Find Bars and Nightlife in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky

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

Poppy's Sports Bar and Grill

West

Poppy's Sports Bar and Grill is your typical sports bar with lots of big TVs, walls decked out in local sports team memorabilia and a kitchen serving up pub fare. Walk... Read more

Poppy's Sports Bar and Grill is your typical sports bar with lots of big TVs, walls decked out in local sports team memorabilia and a kitchen serving up pub fare. Walk in during the afternoon and take a seat at the bar for lunch, since that's where most people like to hang out. There's plenty to keep you occupied - tabletop... Read More

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.

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

Taste of Belgium

Downtown

Sweet and savory Belgian waffles and crepes plus artisanal-roasted coffees.

Sweet and savory Belgian waffles and crepes plus artisanal-roasted coffees.

BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse

East

Any beer lover deserves a trip to the award-winning BJ's for one of its handcrafted brews or seasonal specials. If beer isn't your thing, try a signature mixed drink. Pair... Read more

Any beer lover deserves a trip to the award-winning BJ's for one of its handcrafted brews or seasonal specials. If beer isn't your thing, try a signature mixed drink. Pair your fine drink with some fine cuisine, from halibut fish tacos to balsamic glazed chicken breast

Lola's

Downtown

A unique blend between your favorite coffee house and local pub, proudly serving locally roasted coffee & locally brewed beers alongside as house-crafted specialty... Read more

A unique blend between your favorite coffee house and local pub, proudly serving locally roasted coffee & locally brewed beers alongside as house-crafted specialty cocktails.

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 Echo

Uptown

Foster's At The Troubadour

North

Enjoy bistro style cuisine, have a coffee, and enjoy homemade goodies at Foster's at the Troubadour. 

Enjoy bistro style cuisine, have a coffee, and enjoy homemade goodies at Foster's at the Troubadour. 

House of Orange Sports Bar and Grill

South

A new bar and grill that celebrates the ever popular FC Cincinnati soccer team.

A new bar and grill that celebrates the ever popular FC Cincinnati soccer team.

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

Sidewinder

Uptown

Snug, bright spot offering espresso drinks and cocktails with locally roasted coffee, plus light fare.

Snug, bright spot offering espresso drinks and cocktails with locally roasted coffee, plus light fare.

Tavern on the Bend

North

Chill gathering spot known for mac ’n’ cheese and other pub grub, also serving draft beer & cocktails.

Chill gathering spot known for mac ’n’ cheese and other pub grub, also serving draft beer & cocktails.

Pins Mechanical

Downtown

Partake in a game of duckpin bowling, at this unique and fun spot in the heart of OTR. Pins has a full list of draft beer, fun activties such as pinball machines, oing... Read more

Partake in a game of duckpin bowling, at this unique and fun spot in the heart of OTR. Pins has a full list of draft beer, fun activties such as pinball machines, oing pong, foosbal and bocce ball! Stop in and enjoy one of the three levels of vast entertainment! 

Pearl's

East

This 100-year-old residence in the heart of Columbia Tusculum has been transformed into a popular bar that includes a 1,000 square-foot outdoor patio, second floor private... Read more

This 100-year-old residence in the heart of Columbia Tusculum has been transformed into a popular bar that includes a 1,000 square-foot outdoor patio, second floor private party room and small bites in addition to craft beer and cocktails. Enjoy happy hour 4 to 7 pm Monday-Friday and Noon to 4 pm Saturday-Sunday.

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.

Local Post

East

Local Post is serving up tasty dishes like Cincy Fries that come with crispy goetta, american cheese, sriracha aiolo and topped with an over-easy egg. Or try Post wings,... Read more

Local Post is serving up tasty dishes like Cincy Fries that come with crispy goetta, american cheese, sriracha aiolo and topped with an over-easy egg. Or try Post wings, pizza, salads and sandwiches. 

Kaze

Downtown

Gastropub serving sushi and creative Japanese fare in a stylish space, with a lounge and beer garden.

Gastropub serving sushi and creative Japanese fare in a stylish space, with a lounge and beer garden.

Mio Vino Micro Winery

North

This microwinery offers unique blends and wine tastings every day. They also offer the option to make your own wine as well as paint parties and other special events.

This microwinery offers unique blends and wine tastings every day. They also offer the option to make your own wine as well as paint parties and other special events.

Fretboard Brewing Company

North

Local brewery where music and beer take the stage together in perfect harmony.  Recently deemed "Ohio's best new brewery of 2018" by RateBeer! 

Local brewery where music and beer take the stage together in perfect harmony.  Recently deemed "Ohio's best new brewery of 2018" by RateBeer! 

Zip's Cafe

Uptown

For more than eight decades, burgers have been what Zip's Cafe does best. Repeatedly hailed as the best in town, they're made from meat delivered daily from Cincinnati's... Read more

For more than eight decades, burgers have been what Zip's Cafe does best. Repeatedly hailed as the best in town, they're made from meat delivered daily from Cincinnati's Bleh-Avril and Sons Inc. Zip's is a genuine, venerable neighborhood bar that caters to a host of personalities, from sports teams to business professionals to... Read More

Rock Bottom Brewery

Downtown

Brewpub chain offering house beers and upscale pub food and American fare.

Brewpub chain offering house beers and upscale pub food and American fare.

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.

Burnet Ridge, Inc.

North

Burnet Ridge is a small family-owned winery specializing in dry table wines with grapes from around the country.

Burnet Ridge is a small family-owned winery specializing in dry table wines with grapes from around the country.

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.

The Common Beer Co.

North

Based in downtown Mason, this neighborhood nano-brewery bursts with creative, brightly flavored, and honestly delicious beer in a space perfect for gathering friends and... Read more

Based in downtown Mason, this neighborhood nano-brewery bursts with creative, brightly flavored, and honestly delicious beer in a space perfect for gathering friends and family. 

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.

The Littlefield

Uptown

Quaint, art-lined craft cocktail, bourbon, and beer bar with bistro plates, desserts & Sunday brunch.

Quaint, art-lined craft cocktail, bourbon, and beer bar with bistro plates, desserts & Sunday brunch.

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.

Arts' On The Ave.

Uptown

They have created an inspirational, art-themed bar that challenges patrons to ask “what is art?" The area has a long tradition of housing Cincinnati's working and... Read more

They have created an inspirational, art-themed bar that challenges patrons to ask “what is art?" The area has a long tradition of housing Cincinnati's working and starving artists. It is estimated that there are some 200 artists living in and around the Brighton and Mohawk areas.  Enjoy artfully crafted cocktails inspired by... 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.

Kinkead Ridge Vineyard and Winery

East

The mission of Kinkead Ridge is to produce ultra-premium estate-bottled wine in Southern Ohio, exclusively vinifera, with great attention and care paid to cultural... Read more

The mission of Kinkead Ridge is to produce ultra-premium estate-bottled wine in Southern Ohio, exclusively vinifera, with great attention and care paid to cultural practices and classic winemaking techniques. Its primary grape varieties are Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Viognier and Riesling. Smaller quantities of... Read More

Iris BookCafe and Gallery

Downtown

The Iris Book Cafe is a cool new spot in Over-the-Rhine. The interior was redone to create a cozy yet hip atmosphere, and now houses a collection of books, CDs and vintage... Read more

The Iris Book Cafe is a cool new spot in Over-the-Rhine. The interior was redone to create a cozy yet hip atmosphere, and now houses a collection of books, CDs and vintage vinyl to browse through, plus ongoing photo exhibitions. Escape onto the outdoor patio for some serious conversation. The Cafe stays local by serving coffee... Read More

Senate

North

Known best for its location in Over-the-Rhine, Senate brings its famous upscale hot dogs and gourmet street food to Summit Park in its second, larger location. The Blue... Read more

Known best for its location in Over-the-Rhine, Senate brings its famous upscale hot dogs and gourmet street food to Summit Park in its second, larger location. The Blue Ash location offers brunch with menu items included eggs Benedict, breakfast burrito, and buttermilk pancakes with creme anglaise and topped with crushed cocoa... Read More

Calle Cantina

Uptown

Calle Cantina is an authentic Mexican bar/restaurant that was brought to life by the owners of Mazunte and Sprout. The food, drink, and decor are all heavily influenced by... Read more

Calle Cantina is an authentic Mexican bar/restaurant that was brought to life by the owners of Mazunte and Sprout. The food, drink, and decor are all heavily influenced by the travels of the friends that brought this concept together. Although, the primary concept is a bar, Calle also offers authentic Mexican street food from a... Read More

Karrikin Spirits & Co.

East

Brand new craft distillery, brewery and restaurant in Fairfax. Come and grab a craft cocktail made with their very own spirits or a well brewed beer with a delcious entree... Read more

Brand new craft distillery, brewery and restaurant in Fairfax. Come and grab a craft cocktail made with their very own spirits or a well brewed beer with a delcious entree. Menu options includes Raw Wild Oysters, ilk-braised meatballs and a grilled chuck roast. Everything under one roof is made with care and from scratch. The... Read More

Nada

Downtown

Trendy Mexican cantina with outdoor seating, festive cocktails, and upscale fare in a chic setting.

Trendy Mexican cantina with outdoor seating, festive cocktails, and upscale fare in a chic setting.

Keystone Bar & Grill

South

Casual chain offering standard bar eats & a mac 'n' cheese menu, plus many craft beers & bourbons.

Casual chain offering standard bar eats & a mac 'n' cheese menu, plus many craft beers & bourbons.

Berd's Grill & Bar

North

Local family friendly sports bar focused on fresh, high-quality bar food and beverages. 

Local family friendly sports bar focused on fresh, high-quality bar food and beverages. 

Redwine & Co.

North

Locally owned and operated bar located in the heart of the Reading Bridal District. 

Locally owned and operated bar located in the heart of the Reading Bridal District. 

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. 

Sorrento's Italian Joint

Uptown

Sorrento’s boasts all the "staples" that made it famous. You will find all that you loved here in its original recipes. Pizza, pasta, freshly-made salads and sandwiches... Read more

Sorrento’s boasts all the "staples" that made it famous. You will find all that you loved here in its original recipes. Pizza, pasta, freshly-made salads and sandwiches are just the beginning. There is even more to love with the unveiling of classic Italian dishes, appetizers and new salads that round out this "Italian Joint... Read More

City View Tavern

Uptown

Appropriately named for its view of the Cincinnati skyline, City View Tavern is a traditional, unpretentious bar located in Mount Adams. The patio is the most cherished... Read more

Appropriately named for its view of the Cincinnati skyline, City View Tavern is a traditional, unpretentious bar located in Mount Adams. The patio is the most cherished part of this little tavern because of its awesome view of the city. The burgers are said to rival those of Zip's in Mount Lookout, and the bloody Marys are... Read More

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

1803

North

Over 40 beer choices, ice cold shots, specialty drinks and a contemporary wine selection — everything you need to celebrate like our forefathers did on March 1st, 1803 (... Read more

Over 40 beer choices, ice cold shots, specialty drinks and a contemporary wine selection — everything you need to celebrate like our forefathers did on March 1st, 1803 (the inauguration of the Great State of Ohio). While you’re enjoying a cold one, you can watch your favorite sports on the big screens, play one of the in-bar... Read More

Quarter Bistro

East

In historic Mariemont Square, Quarter Bistro offers a comfortable setting for both a night on the town or a relaxing afternoon on an enchanting patio.

In historic Mariemont Square, Quarter Bistro offers a comfortable setting for both a night on the town or a relaxing afternoon on an enchanting patio.