Bars and Nightlife
Find Bars and Nightlife in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky
Enjoy a night out on the town in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. With live music throughout the region any night of the week and places to meet up and grab a drink at hundreds of venues – when the sun goes down, the fun ramps up. Watch the game at a sports bar downtown, try a local craft brew on tap in Over-the-Rhine or head out for happy hour!
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Corner Pub
North
Corner Pub
North
The Corner Pub, literally named for its positioning on the corner of Montgomery and Cooper, is a fun, casual bar located in the center of downtown Montgomery. It is the... Read more
The Corner Pub, literally named for its positioning on the corner of Montgomery and Cooper, is a fun, casual bar located in the center of downtown Montgomery. It is the place to be on warm summer nights sitting out on the patio enjoying the quaint feel of the area. The comfortable bar is great for game days with flat screen TVs... Read More
Urban Artifact
Uptown
Urban Artifact
Uptown
Urban Artifact celebrates Wild Culture: both by the beers they artfully craft and the experiences they create in their taproom. Focusing on sour & wild beers & the... Read more
Urban Artifact celebrates Wild Culture: both by the beers they artfully craft and the experiences they create in their taproom. Focusing on sour & wild beers & the best in local entertainment, Urban Artifact strives to become a destination for the Northside neighborhood and Cincinnati as a whole. Hungry? Grab a slice of... Read More
Hoppin' Vines
North
Hoppin' Vines
North
Hoppin' Vines is a craft beer, wine, and duckpin bowling venue with a bourbon bar and Delicio Coal Fired Pizza being served up fresh! A great place to relax and hang out... Read more
Hoppin' Vines is a craft beer, wine, and duckpin bowling venue with a bourbon bar and Delicio Coal Fired Pizza being served up fresh! A great place to relax and hang out with a famil-friendly atmosphere. With over 40 beer taps and a glass-walled wine cellar and premium bottles of bourbon, there is something for everyone.
Greenies
East
Greenies
East
Ever wanted to play at the Augusta National? Now you can, sort of. At Greenies Indoor Golf and Billiards, experience the nation's best golf courses in one of four golf... Read more
Ever wanted to play at the Augusta National? Now you can, sort of. At Greenies Indoor Golf and Billiards, experience the nation's best golf courses in one of four golf simulators. There are also seven pool tables and 25 hi-def TVs (including a 120 in. big screen). Greenies offers traditional American bar grub but also sirloin... Read More
Buzzed Bull Creamery
Downtown
Buzzed Bull Creamery
Downtown
Handcrafted, boozy ice creams in imaginative flavor combinations in a trendy, industrial-chic space.
Handcrafted, boozy ice creams in imaginative flavor combinations in a trendy, industrial-chic space.
1215 Wine Bar and Coffee Lab
Downtown
1215 Wine Bar and Coffee Lab
Downtown
The emphasis is on coffee and wine appreciation and connoisseurship, with enough food served to go with the drinks. Dinnertime means cheese and meat plates, a... Read more
The emphasis is on coffee and wine appreciation and connoisseurship, with enough food served to go with the drinks. Dinnertime means cheese and meat plates, a different one for each wine flight, and lunch is the ingredients of those cheese and meat plates turned into sandwiches. Lots of wine tastings, wine flights and coffee... Read More
Muse Cafe
West
Muse Cafe
West
Enjoy a cup of coffee, fresh pastries, and even gluten-free substitutions! Muse also has a wine list and bar menu that can accompany one of their charcuterie boards.... Read more
Enjoy a cup of coffee, fresh pastries, and even gluten-free substitutions! Muse also has a wine list and bar menu that can accompany one of their charcuterie boards.
Ingredients
Downtown
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.
Symphony Hotel Restaurant & Jazz Bar
Downtown
Symphony Hotel Restaurant & Jazz Bar
Downtown
The Symphony Hotel and Restaurant features contemporary, seasonal New-American cuisine in a setting that combines stunning Italianate architecture with elegant historical... Read more
The Symphony Hotel and Restaurant features contemporary, seasonal New-American cuisine in a setting that combines stunning Italianate architecture with elegant historical furnishings. The sophisticated bar and lounge are a welcoming spot for before and after dinner drinks and for live jazz music every Thursday, Friday, and... Read More
Dickmann's Kentucky Sports Cafe
South > Southeast
Dickmann's Kentucky Sports Cafe
South > Southeast
Dickmann's Kentucky Sports Cafe is the place where a couple of TVs just isn't cutting it: this bar is lined with 28 flat screens. Feeling active? Dickmann's hosts a sand... Read more
Dickmann's Kentucky Sports Cafe is the place where a couple of TVs just isn't cutting it: this bar is lined with 28 flat screens. Feeling active? Dickmann's hosts a sand volleyball league along with video games if you feel like hanging indoors. The jukebox spins out a wide range of tunes, including classic rock, pop, and... Read More
J.D.'s
Uptown
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.
Mount Lookout Tavern
Uptown
Mount Lookout Tavern
Uptown
Commonly known as 'MLT', the Tavern and its brother bar Million's dominate the Mount Lookout nightlife scene. It is a popular bar for young adults, mainly... Read more
Commonly known as 'MLT', the Tavern and its brother bar Million's dominate the Mount Lookout nightlife scene. It is a popular bar for young adults, mainly because of the great patio in the back and the live music four nights a week. MLT is famous for its trivia night, where contestants rack their brains to win prizes.
The Mockbee
Downtown
The Mockbee
Downtown
Eclectic music venue and full bar.
Eclectic music venue and full bar.
Hops House 99
South
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
Latitudes Beechmont
East
Latitudes Beechmont
East
Latitudes Restaurant and Martini Bar reopened in their new spot in Anderson Town Center. It's tapas-style approach to dining brings loyal customers back time and time... Read more
Latitudes Restaurant and Martini Bar reopened in their new spot in Anderson Town Center. It's tapas-style approach to dining brings loyal customers back time and time again. Maybe it's pan-seared crab cakes with tarragon, lemon and roasted pepper aioli. Or perhaps your taste leans toward fried Yukon Gold potatoes with honey... Read More
O'Bannon Creek Vineyard, LLC
East
O'Bannon Creek Vineyard, LLC
East
This family-owned winery is located in a rural setting with many unique flavors and a laid back family atmosphere. Bring your own picnic and relax in the tasting room.
This family-owned winery is located in a rural setting with many unique flavors and a laid back family atmosphere. Bring your own picnic and relax in the tasting room.
Main Event
Downtown
Main Event
Downtown
Main Event is your standard, dim, no-frills bar with a handful of TVs and a huge dance area. When that dance area fills up in the after-midnight hour, DJs from all over... Read more
Main Event is your standard, dim, no-frills bar with a handful of TVs and a huge dance area. When that dance area fills up in the after-midnight hour, DJs from all over keep the crowd moving. There's also a huge menu of cheap bar food including a $3 bowl of chili, a $7 chef salad, a $12 14-inch pizza and a $6 gourmet roast beef... Read More
Henke Winery
West
Henke Winery
West
Henke Winery features fifteen award-winning, hand-crafted wines created by Joe Henke. Henke Winery also has a casual to gourmet menu.
Henke Winery features fifteen award-winning, hand-crafted wines created by Joe Henke. Henke Winery also has a casual to gourmet menu.
Mount Adams Pavilion
Uptown
Mount Adams Pavilion
Uptown
Live bands & DJs perform at this hip dance club in a historic house with 4 decks and city views.
Live bands & DJs perform at this hip dance club in a historic house with 4 decks and city views.
Chandler's Burger Bistro
West
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.
Plain Folk Cafe
East
Plain Folk Cafe
East
Plain Folk Cafe, opening May 4, will feature a cafe-menu, gourmet coffee, a craft beer selection and plenty of live music. Live music will be folk/acoustic/bluegrass.
Plain Folk Cafe, opening May 4, will feature a cafe-menu, gourmet coffee, a craft beer selection and plenty of live music. Live music will be folk/acoustic/bluegrass.
Revolution Rotisserie
Downtown
Revolution Rotisserie
Downtown
Rotisserie chicken sandwiches on grilled pita, salads, tasty sides, and whole/half birds. Make entrees vegetarian w/hummus, black beans, or extra veggies
Rotisserie chicken sandwiches on grilled pita, salads, tasty sides, and whole/half birds. Make entrees vegetarian w/hummus, black beans, or extra veggies
Scene Ultra Lounge
Downtown
Scene Ultra Lounge
Downtown
Boisterous nightspot with craft beers, cocktails, DJs, a dance floor, and TVs for sports fans.
Boisterous nightspot with craft beers, cocktails, DJs, a dance floor, and TVs for sports fans.
Upper Deck
Downtown
Upper Deck
Downtown
With full skyline views of Cincinnati and easy access to Great American Ball Park right across the street, this rooftop bar is the perfect place to start or end the night... Read more
With full skyline views of Cincinnati and easy access to Great American Ball Park right across the street, this rooftop bar is the perfect place to start or end the night. Watch the sunset while sipping and savoring in this stylish atmosphere. Located at the AC Hotel Cincinnati at The Banks
Pleasantry
Downtown
Pleasantry
Downtown
Rustic-chic New American eatery offering seasonal dishes paired with natural wines and craft coffee.
Rustic-chic New American eatery offering seasonal dishes paired with natural wines and craft coffee.
Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant
North
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.
Martino's on Vine
Uptown
Martino's on Vine
Uptown
Pittsburgh Steelers-themed eatery and bar serving Italian-American fare & signature hoagies.
Pittsburgh Steelers-themed eatery and bar serving Italian-American fare & signature hoagies.
The BonBonerie
Uptown
The BonBonerie
Uptown
Teapot-adorned bakery with high tea, sweets including cupcakes & cookies, and a light cafe menu.
Teapot-adorned bakery with high tea, sweets including cupcakes & cookies, and a light cafe menu.
Backyard Bar
North
Backyard Bar
North
The large open space of the Backyard Bar offers lots of options to its patrons each night. There is a stage and dance floor for bands or DJ almost every night. Dart... Read more
The large open space of the Backyard Bar offers lots of options to its patrons each night. There is a stage and dance floor for bands or DJ almost every night. Dart tournaments are held on Monday nights, and the back yard has ample room to play cornhole, enjoy the outdoor bar, or pick up a game of beach volleyball. Dollar... Read More
Buffalo Wild Wings
West
Buffalo Wild Wings
West
Wings. Beer. Sports. That's what you're gonna get here. There are plenty of food options (salads, burgers, etc ...), but wings are the thing with 14 different sauces,... Read more
Wings. Beer. Sports. That's what you're gonna get here. There are plenty of food options (salads, burgers, etc ...), but wings are the thing with 14 different sauces, including Asian Zing and Mango Habanero. There are a slew of big screens to watch games on. And there are some trivia and video games, too. This is good to know:... Read More
Prime Cincinnati
Downtown
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.
Starbucks
Uptown
Starbucks
Uptown
It wouldn't be a workday without that daily cup o' joe. Take your pick from espresso drinks, lattes, tea, hot chocolate, iced coffee and cappuccinos. Starbucks also... Read more
It wouldn't be a workday without that daily cup o' joe. Take your pick from espresso drinks, lattes, tea, hot chocolate, iced coffee and cappuccinos. Starbucks also rotates seasonal holiday blends and summertime favorites, like Peppermint Mocha Twist or a cold Frappuccino with whipped cream. Sit and sip inside the cozy... Read More
Buffalo Wings & Rings
North
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.
Queen City Radio
Downtown
Queen City Radio
Downtown
Spacious bar in a buzzy, industrial indoor/outdoor space offering food truck eats, DJs, and live music.
Spacious bar in a buzzy, industrial indoor/outdoor space offering food truck eats, DJs, and live music.
The St. Clair
Uptown
The St. Clair
Uptown
Four Entertainment Group (4EG)'s new bar at U Square at the Loop in Clifton Heights.
Four Entertainment Group (4EG)'s new bar at U Square at the Loop in Clifton Heights.
The Pub at Rookwood Mews
Uptown
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.
Locoba by Platform
Downtown
Locoba by Platform
Downtown
Platform Beer Co Tasting Room location in the Over-The-Rhine District of Cincinnati. Specializing in coffee, beer and cocktails. Food served all day.
Platform Beer Co Tasting Room location in the Over-The-Rhine District of Cincinnati. Specializing in coffee, beer and cocktails. Food served all day.
Eighteen at the Radisson
South > Riverfront
Eighteen at the Radisson
South > Riverfront
Located atop the Radisson Hotel, the Riverview Revolving Restaurant is just what the name sounds like. There is a great view of the Ohio River. It slowly revolves so you... Read more
Located atop the Radisson Hotel, the Riverview Revolving Restaurant is just what the name sounds like. There is a great view of the Ohio River. It slowly revolves so you can take it all in. And it is a restaurant, serving fine American cuisine. The elegant atmosphere makes this the perfect place to impress your date.
Trinity Irish Pub
North
Trinity Irish Pub
North
Irish/American pub has over 20 beers on tap, and food from casual pub grub to upscale entrees. Entrees include Guinness-batter-dipped fish and chips, specialty burgers,... Read more
Irish/American pub has over 20 beers on tap, and food from casual pub grub to upscale entrees. Entrees include Guinness-batter-dipped fish and chips, specialty burgers, corned beef and cabbage. Steaks come from an open wood grill, and the flatbreads from a wood-burning brick oven. Enjy live music Wednesday-Saturday, and Trivia... Read More
Mikey's Late Night Slice
Downtown
Mikey's Late Night Slice
Downtown
Columbus based pizza place makes it way to Cincinnati! Mikey's Late Night Slice is a customizable pizza joint with foldable slices and toppings galore all baked inside... Read more
Columbus based pizza place makes it way to Cincinnati! Mikey's Late Night Slice is a customizable pizza joint with foldable slices and toppings galore all baked inside their very own pizza oven! Sauce is boss at Mikey's with their ery own sauce and pepper bar with a vast array of extras to add to your slice. Mikey's has a funky... Read More
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill
North
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill
North
Chain restaurant serving steaks, seafood, and cocktails in an upscale lodgelike setting.
Chain restaurant serving steaks, seafood, and cocktails in an upscale lodgelike setting.
The Hub OTR
Downtown
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.
Northside Yacht Club
Uptown
Northside Yacht Club
Uptown
Energetic gastropub featuring live music and unique cocktails.
Energetic gastropub featuring live music and unique cocktails.
Braxton Brewing Co.
South
Braxton Brewing Co.
South
From a humble start, a love for brewing has become an entrepreneurial obsession. Melding technology & tradition, ideas are born & fermented. Come grab a brew or... Read more
From a humble start, a love for brewing has become an entrepreneurial obsession. Melding technology & tradition, ideas are born & fermented. Come grab a brew or our new coffee roast, Starter. #LiftOneToLife
