Find Bars and Nightlife in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky

The Pub at Rookwood Mews

Uptown

British-inspired pub with a wraparound bar serving comfort eats and pints in charming, old-world digs.

British-inspired pub with a wraparound bar serving comfort eats and pints in charming, old-world digs.

Eddie Merlot's

North

Premium chain serving prime-aged steaks, seafood, and a lengthy wine list in plush surroundings.

Premium chain serving prime-aged steaks, seafood, and a lengthy wine list in plush surroundings.

Senate

Downtown

Features a roatating list of original gourmet hot dogs and a full bar including specialty cocktails and craft beers.

Features a roatating list of original gourmet hot dogs and a full bar including specialty cocktails and craft beers.

Rosedale

Downtown

Snazzy bar featuring a dog-friendly patio and bocce ball courts.  

Snazzy bar featuring a dog-friendly patio and bocce ball courts.  

J.D.'s

Uptown

If you like to jam out and listen to people belt it out J.D.'s is the place for you. There's always music cranking out of the jukebox and every Friday people showcase... Read more

If you like to jam out and listen to people belt it out J.D.'s is the place for you. There's always music cranking out of the jukebox and every Friday people showcase their talents for karaoke. The specialty for this restaurant is the double-decker J.D. burger.

BrewRiver GastroPub

Downtown

Riverside tavern with a big patio, serving N'Awlins-style American classics and oodles of local brews.

Riverside tavern with a big patio, serving N'Awlins-style American classics and oodles of local brews.

Ingredients

Downtown

Breakfast & lunch counter for made-to-order American cafe bites in a relaxed space with free Wi-Fi.

Breakfast & lunch counter for made-to-order American cafe bites in a relaxed space with free Wi-Fi.

27 Bar + Kitchen

South > Riverfront

Local Farm to Table American Cuisine. Brunch. Dinner. Craft Cocktails. Craft Beer. Coffee. Espresso.

Local Farm to Table American Cuisine. Brunch. Dinner. Craft Cocktails. Craft Beer. Coffee. Espresso.

Chandler's Burger Bistro

West

Relaxed, roomy, neighborhood pub with generous burgers and local craft beers, plus TVs showing sports.

Relaxed, roomy, neighborhood pub with generous burgers and local craft beers, plus TVs showing sports.

Prime Cincinnati

Downtown

Upmarket chophouse and lounge offering elevated steakhouse fare and cocktails in a lofty, stylish space.

Upmarket chophouse and lounge offering elevated steakhouse fare and cocktails in a lofty, stylish space.

Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant

North

Upscale chain serving New American fare paired with house-label wines in a contemporary setting.

Upscale chain serving New American fare paired with house-label wines in a contemporary setting.

Buffalo Wings & Rings

North

Modern sports bar with a wide range of wing flavors, plus other pub eats & kids' deals. 

Modern sports bar with a wide range of wing flavors, plus other pub eats & kids' deals. 

Seasons 52

Uptown

Rotating menu of seasonal American dishes alongside international wines in an upscale setting.

Rotating menu of seasonal American dishes alongside international wines in an upscale setting.

March First Brewing

North

March First Brewery was founded with the same spirit and tenacity as our great nation. The fine beer and cider is aptly brewed and bottled in Cincinnati, Ohio. Enjoy the... Read more

March First Brewery was founded with the same spirit and tenacity as our great nation. The fine beer and cider is aptly brewed and bottled in Cincinnati, Ohio. Enjoy the simple taste of a true American craft beer.

Par's Place

North

Par's Place is a friendly neighborhood bar where every day of the week has a wacky theme - Thirsty Thursdays or Messy Mondays - and specials to go with them. Trivia... Read more

Par's Place is a friendly neighborhood bar where every day of the week has a wacky theme - Thirsty Thursdays or Messy Mondays - and specials to go with them. Trivia every Tuesday from 8-10 p.m. You can catch local, live acoustic acts on the weekend.

Lookout Joe Mount Lookout Coffee Roasters

Downtown

Located in the Macy's building, Lookout Joe's has just two tables and limited food items, but it's a good place for a quick snack and a delicious cup of coffee from a... Read more

Located in the Macy's building, Lookout Joe's has just two tables and limited food items, but it's a good place for a quick snack and a delicious cup of coffee from a locally owned business.

The Globe

South > Riverfront

Bar in downtown Covington featuring crafted cocktails, craft beer, and fine wines.

Bar in downtown Covington featuring crafted cocktails, craft beer, and fine wines.

Nine Giant Brewing

North

Brewery + Snackery in the heart of Pleasant Ridge.

Brewery + Snackery in the heart of Pleasant Ridge.

Big Vic's Pub & Grub

West

This is where the fun starts, with a tasty adult beverage & a super menu of pub food favorites! Located at Rising Star Casino

This is where the fun starts, with a tasty adult beverage & a super menu of pub food favorites! Located at Rising Star Casino

The Blind Pig

Downtown

The Blind Pig is our updated, modern idea of what a speakeasy is nowadays. A place you can grab some fantastic food, drink updated versions of the quirky drinks that were... Read more

The Blind Pig is our updated, modern idea of what a speakeasy is nowadays. A place you can grab some fantastic food, drink updated versions of the quirky drinks that were invented during that time and catch all your favorite teams on the tv. A huge patio awaits you with a great view of the riverfront, stadiums, National... Read More

A Tavola

Downtown

A Tavola, a bar, trattoria and pizzeria, is now open a few doors away from Senate Restaurant. The offer pizza and bruschetta cooked in a wood-fired oven, and a drink menu... Read more

A Tavola, a bar, trattoria and pizzeria, is now open a few doors away from Senate Restaurant. The offer pizza and bruschetta cooked in a wood-fired oven, and a drink menu of craft cocktails, micro brews, local beers and quality wines. They got their start doing pizza nights at Northside's Take the Cake cafe.

Rhinegeist Brewery

Downtown

Rhinegeist is a brewery built within the skeleton of the old Moerlein bottling plant located in the Over-the-Rhine historical district. The tasting room is a giant indoor... Read more

Rhinegeist is a brewery built within the skeleton of the old Moerlein bottling plant located in the Over-the-Rhine historical district. The tasting room is a giant indoor adult playground with cornhole, ping pong and more. Kids (and anyone under the age of 21) are allowed in the taproom until 8pm on Thursday, Friday and... Read More

Vestry at the Transept

Downtown

Public bar located within The Transept, a premium event space in OTR featuring a unique classic edge thanks to its German gothic church architecture.

Public bar located within The Transept, a premium event space in OTR featuring a unique classic edge thanks to its German gothic church architecture.

Quan Hapa

Downtown

This "Asian gastropub" is a new restaurant from the owners of Pho Lang Thang.

This "Asian gastropub" is a new restaurant from the owners of Pho Lang Thang.

Velvet Red Room

Downtown

In the former space of Bang Nightclub, the Velvet Red Room aims to attract the sexiest and most elite people in the city. The vibe, needless to say, is upscale. And... Read more

In the former space of Bang Nightclub, the Velvet Red Room aims to attract the sexiest and most elite people in the city. The vibe, needless to say, is upscale. And although they don't have a food menu, they sometimes have food catered. Free birthday package on Fridays and Sundays featuring free valet parking, 20 person guest... Read More

Blue Goose Sports Cafe

North

Casual sports bar & restaurant offering American comfort fare, big-screen TVs, and Sunday brunch.

Casual sports bar & restaurant offering American comfort fare, big-screen TVs, and Sunday brunch.

Bar at Palm Court

Downtown

Located inside the Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza, the Bar at Palm Court offers a relaxed menu in a breathtaking art deco setting. Enjoy creative cocktails, hand... Read more

Located inside the Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza, the Bar at Palm Court offers a relaxed menu in a breathtaking art deco setting. Enjoy creative cocktails, hand selected Four Roses Bourbon, and their exclusive Blank Slate Brewery seasonal beer.   Happy Hour 4:00pm to 7:00pm Live jazz Friday & Saturday 5:00pm to 1:00am

Palomino

Downtown

A rustic Mediterranean menu including steak, pasta, and custom pizzas at this chain eatery with modern style.

A rustic Mediterranean menu including steak, pasta, and custom pizzas at this chain eatery with modern style.

FigLeaf Brewing Company

North

Top of the Park

Downtown

Located on the rooftop of the Residence Inn Cincinnati Downtown, this spectacular multi-level rooftop lounge features unparalleled views of Lytle Park, the Ohio River... Read more

Located on the rooftop of the Residence Inn Cincinnati Downtown, this spectacular multi-level rooftop lounge features unparalleled views of Lytle Park, the Ohio River, Mount Adams and downtown Cincinnati. Enjoy wine, beer and hand-crafted cocktails with a small bites menu. The lounge's second level includes a full bar, communal... Read More

Geo. Wiedemann Brewing Company

Uptown

Wiedemann’s Bohemian Special Brew has been the local favorite for more than 100 years. After decades of changing ownership and jumping from one out-of-town brewery to... Read more

Wiedemann’s Bohemian Special Brew has been the local favorite for more than 100 years. After decades of changing ownership and jumping from one out-of-town brewery to another, they've brought back the authentic Bohemian recipe — light-bodied, flavorful and refreshing – and returned Wiedemann’s to local ownership and management... Read More

Kitty's Sports Grill

Downtown

Family-owned sports grill with fresh, quality pub food and walls decorated with sports memorabilia.

Family-owned sports grill with fresh, quality pub food and walls decorated with sports memorabilia.

Clough Crossings

East

Relaxed eatery offering traditional American fare in an old schoolhouse with seasonal patio seating.

Relaxed eatery offering traditional American fare in an old schoolhouse with seasonal patio seating.

Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse

Downtown

An upscale option offering steaks, chops, seafood, and classic sides in a vibrant art deco room.

An upscale option offering steaks, chops, seafood, and classic sides in a vibrant art deco room.

Listermann Brewing Company

Uptown

Listermann Brewing Co. has been producing fine lagers and ales in Cincinnati since 2008 and has operated the region's largest home brew supply store since 1995, offering... Read more

Listermann Brewing Co. has been producing fine lagers and ales in Cincinnati since 2008 and has operated the region's largest home brew supply store since 1995, offering almost everything you could want to make your own wine, beer or cheese. Also home to Triple Digit Brewing Company specializing in high-gravity craft beers,... Read More

Sonny's All Blues Lounge

Uptown

In the mood for some blues? Head to Sonny's All Blues Lounge, where the clientele must be 30 and over. A live blues band takes the stage on Sundays from 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m.... Read more

In the mood for some blues? Head to Sonny's All Blues Lounge, where the clientele must be 30 and over. A live blues band takes the stage on Sundays from 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Monday is karaoke night from 9 p.m.-2:30 a.m. Other nights, set the mood with some R&B on the open jukebox.

Cheapside

Downtown

Coffee and New American breakfast and lunch fare in a modern, light-filled space with wood accents.

Coffee and New American breakfast and lunch fare in a modern, light-filled space with wood accents.

Left Bank Coffeehouse

South > Riverfront

An independent neighborhood coffee shop located on the "left bank" of both the Ohio and Licking Rivers, in Covington.

An independent neighborhood coffee shop located on the "left bank" of both the Ohio and Licking Rivers, in Covington.

McCormick & Schmick's Seafood & Steaks

Downtown

Upscale steak and seafood chain known for its clubby environment and happy hour.

Upscale steak and seafood chain known for its clubby environment and happy hour.

Skeleton Root

Downtown

Working winery & event space in historic Over the Rhine, in Cincinnati OH. Located one block north of Findlay Market and the final stop of the Cincinnati Streetcar.

Working winery & event space in historic Over the Rhine, in Cincinnati OH. Located one block north of Findlay Market and the final stop of the Cincinnati Streetcar.

Hops House 99

South

Bar featuring a selection of 99 beers, local and regional, and 31 HDTVs. Located at Hollywood Casino

Bar featuring a selection of 99 beers, local and regional, and 31 HDTVs. Located at Hollywood Casino

Landlocked Social House

Uptown

Offering third wave coffee, craft beer and an assortment of local snacks and pastries.

Offering third wave coffee, craft beer and an assortment of local snacks and pastries.

The Hub OTR

Downtown

A relaxed beer and bicycle rental business meshed into one exciting new OTR bar.

A relaxed beer and bicycle rental business meshed into one exciting new OTR bar.

Boca

Downtown

Boca is Chef David Falk's ode to Europe. Boca's design couples contemporary European and American stylings with touches of rusticity in an airy urban space. The elegant... Read more

Boca is Chef David Falk's ode to Europe. Boca's design couples contemporary European and American stylings with touches of rusticity in an airy urban space. The elegant and inviting surroundings welcome guests for an evening cocktail, a small bite before a show at nearby theaters, a casual dinner with friends or a luxurious... Read More

Lookout Joe Mount Lookout Coffee Roasters

Uptown

If you are looking for a place to grab a cup of freshly roasted coffee and kick back for some friendly conversation, Lookout Joe Mount Lookout Coffee Roasters is the spot... Read more

If you are looking for a place to grab a cup of freshly roasted coffee and kick back for some friendly conversation, Lookout Joe Mount Lookout Coffee Roasters is the spot for you. This coffee house takes pride in the freshness of its coffee, roasting small batches of beans in a Probat L12 coffee roaster, which is prominently... Read More

O'Reilly's Irish Pub and Restaurant

Downtown

O'Reilly's provides outstanding hospitality with a neighborly atmosphere, tremendous food and drinks, and enthusiastic service.

O'Reilly's provides outstanding hospitality with a neighborly atmosphere, tremendous food and drinks, and enthusiastic service.

Caffe Vivace

Uptown

Enjoy jazz and coffee together at this local cafe. 

Enjoy jazz and coffee together at this local cafe. 

Terrace Cafe

Uptown

More than just a place to rest your feet after a day at the museum, The Terrace Cafe at the Cincinnati Art Museum is a stand-alone experience featuring unique dishes and a... Read more

More than just a place to rest your feet after a day at the museum, The Terrace Cafe at the Cincinnati Art Museum is a stand-alone experience featuring unique dishes and a great ambience. The contemporary, stripped-down decor gives way to a view of the gorgeous Alice Bimel Courtyard (available seasonally for outdoor dining) and... Read More

O'Bryon's Bar & Grill

Uptown

Classic pub grub in a casual, brick-lined space with 2 full bars, a party room, and a rooftop patio.

Classic pub grub in a casual, brick-lined space with 2 full bars, a party room, and a rooftop patio.

French Crust Cafe

Downtown

Charming cafe in Findlay Market for classic French fare, from breakfast to steak frites and cocktails.

Charming cafe in Findlay Market for classic French fare, from breakfast to steak frites and cocktails.