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!
Buffalo Wings & Rings
Uptown
Buffalo Wings & Rings
Uptown
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.
Four Seasons Restaurant
East
Four Seasons Restaurant
East
Escape the ordinary during your next cruise down the Ohio. Four Seasons continues to be the premier spot for boaters to drop anchor and saunter up on deck for some serious... Read more
Escape the ordinary during your next cruise down the Ohio. Four Seasons continues to be the premier spot for boaters to drop anchor and saunter up on deck for some serious fine dining in a casual atmosphere. The nautically-themed restaurant serves a surf-and-turf type of combo with everything from grouper fingers to king crab... Read More
Sunny Blu Coffeehouse
Uptown
Sunny Blu Coffeehouse
Uptown
Serving up classic Italian epresso drink with beans roasted by La Terza Artisan Roasterie in Wyoming Cincinnati. Enjoy macchiatos, cortados, and cold and regualr brewed... Read more
Serving up classic Italian epresso drink with beans roasted by La Terza Artisan Roasterie in Wyoming Cincinnati. Enjoy macchiatos, cortados, and cold and regualr brewed coffee.
Tano Bistro- Hamilton
North
Tano Bistro- Hamilton
North
Explore a variety of simply-crafted familiar dishes with a modern take. The rich flavors from hand-selected fresh ingredients pair perfectly with artisan beverages and... Read more
Explore a variety of simply-crafted familiar dishes with a modern take. The rich flavors from hand-selected fresh ingredients pair perfectly with artisan beverages and expertly selected wine menu. Enjoy Happy Hour Monday - Friday: 3pm - 7pm.
Highgrain Brewing Co.
North
Highgrain Brewing Co.
North
The brewery specializes in old-world styles with a modern twist and offer a broad assortment. Each batch will be crafted in consideration of the chef's menu to bring... Read more
The brewery specializes in old-world styles with a modern twist and offer a broad assortment. Each batch will be crafted in consideration of the chef's menu to bring flavors forward and keep guests satisfied. Beer options include the Amble Ale, Norwegian Table Ale, Strawberry Blackberry American Wheat and more! The food will... Read More
Vestry at the Transept
Downtown
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.
The Precinct
Uptown
The Precinct
Uptown
Jeff Ruby's Precinct is the first & original of the Ruby family, opened in 1981. It has been voted "THE BEST" by the people of Cincinnati for many years. Offering a... Read more
Jeff Ruby's Precinct is the first & original of the Ruby family, opened in 1981. It has been voted "THE BEST" by the people of Cincinnati for many years. Offering a main dining room, bar, patio & 3 private spaces for 10-90. Menu items include pan-roasted grouper, wood-grilled swordfish, great salads, appetizers like pan... Read More
Northern Row Brewery
Uptown
Northern Row Brewery
Uptown
Northern Row is proud to provide a customer experience unlike any other. Opened in 2020, the taproom offers a uniquely upscale yet relaxed and comfortable atmosphere... Read more
Northern Row is proud to provide a customer experience unlike any other. Opened in 2020, the taproom offers a uniquely upscale yet relaxed and comfortable atmosphere perfect for groups of any size and age. The environment makes it an ideal destination for an afternoon beer, happy hour drinks after work, or a fun night out on... Read More
Maranda-Nixon Winery
East
Maranda-Nixon Winery
East
Immerse yourself in the vast rolling hills and luscious landscape of Ohio when you take a vineyard and winery tour unlike any other at Meranda-Nixon Winery in Ripley, Ohio... Read more
Immerse yourself in the vast rolling hills and luscious landscape of Ohio when you take a vineyard and winery tour unlike any other at Meranda-Nixon Winery in Ripley, Ohio. Since opening in 2003, Meranda-Nixon Winery has become known for creating fine wines from the most delicious grapes available in Ohio. In April 2014, with... Read More
Danyelle's
South
Danyelle's
South
Neighborhood bar in Bellevue with sports memrobilia and items dedicated to the late Danyelle's whose friends and family opened this bar for.
Neighborhood bar in Bellevue with sports memrobilia and items dedicated to the late Danyelle's whose friends and family opened this bar for.
The Local Bean
South
The Local Bean
South
Conveniently located next to the Northern Kentucky Convention Center, The Local Bean is serving piping hot cups of coffee made with the highest grade of coffee beans from... Read more
Conveniently located next to the Northern Kentucky Convention Center, The Local Bean is serving piping hot cups of coffee made with the highest grade of coffee beans from Rooted Grounds. Sip on lattes, cappuccinos, frappes and more. Or grab a muffin, sandwich, Panini or other tasty grab and go options.
Low Spark
Downtown
Low Spark
Downtown
This neighborhood bar with a '70s vibe and a resident octopus was named after Traffic's 1971 song, 'The Low Spark of High Heeled Boys.' Orange high-back chairs, checkered... Read more
This neighborhood bar with a '70s vibe and a resident octopus was named after Traffic's 1971 song, 'The Low Spark of High Heeled Boys.' Orange high-back chairs, checkered tile, red leather padded walls and beveled mirrors create a '70s feel in the intimate space. The original tin ceilings have been painted gold, and a vinyl... Read More
The Littlefield
Uptown
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.
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.
The Hamilton
Uptown
The Hamilton
Uptown
Wine bar and restaurant located in Northside.
Wine bar and restaurant located in Northside.
Geo. Wiedemann Brewing Company
Uptown
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
Matt the Miller's Tavern
North
Matt the Miller's Tavern
North
Upscale tavern serving an extensive menu, ranging from flatbreads to steaks, and also offering numerous beers.
Upscale tavern serving an extensive menu, ranging from flatbreads to steaks, and also offering numerous beers.
Andy's Mediterranean Grille
Uptown
Andy's Mediterranean Grille
Uptown
Bistro-like Mediterranean spot with belly dancers serving kebabs, flatbreads, and classic entrees.
Bistro-like Mediterranean spot with belly dancers serving kebabs, flatbreads, and classic entrees.
Karrikin Spirits & Co.
East
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
Par's Place
North
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.
Paradise Brewing
East
Paradise Brewing
East
Has everything you need to make your own beer or wine at home. Plus, they make and serve their own signature beer kits at their onsite brewery and taproom.
Has everything you need to make your own beer or wine at home. Plus, they make and serve their own signature beer kits at their onsite brewery and taproom.
Berd's Grill & Bar
North
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.
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.
Butcher and Barrel
Downtown
Butcher and Barrel
Downtown
South American-style steakhouse serving craft cocktails in industrial, rustic-chic surrounds.
South American-style steakhouse serving craft cocktails in industrial, rustic-chic surrounds.
Game On
North
Game On
North
Watching sports in a bar is nice and all, but having a bit more to munch on than pretzels and chips is even better. They've got a full menu of wraps, quesadillas,... Read more
Watching sports in a bar is nice and all, but having a bit more to munch on than pretzels and chips is even better. They've got a full menu of wraps, quesadillas, salads, sandwiches and appetizers, like the teriyaki hoagie, pulled pork on a Kaiser roll and bacon cheeseburger. For sports bar fans, you really can't go wrong with... Read More
Calle Cantina
Uptown
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
The Capital Grille
Uptown
The Capital Grille
Uptown
Upscale steakhouse chain offering classic Ameircan fare in a clubby, refined setting.
Upscale steakhouse chain offering classic Ameircan fare in a clubby, refined setting.
Wildfire Pizza Kitchen
Uptown
Wildfire Pizza Kitchen
Uptown
Located inside Urban Artifact, Wildfire Pizza Kitchen is a small wood-fired kitchen serving pizzas, salads, appetizers, desserts and more.They strive to continuously focus... Read more
Located inside Urban Artifact, Wildfire Pizza Kitchen is a small wood-fired kitchen serving pizzas, salads, appetizers, desserts and more.They strive to continuously focus on making the best food possible while offering a lot of creativity to the menu.
Brianza Gardens and Winery
South
Brianza Gardens and Winery
South
18 Acres of gardens, vineyards, trails, and winding creek. Two bedroom cottage available to rent and tasting room open to the public. Now taking reservations for private... Read more
18 Acres of gardens, vineyards, trails, and winding creek. Two bedroom cottage available to rent and tasting room open to the public. Now taking reservations for private events and weddings.
Robert James Cinema
East
Robert James Cinema
East
Part cinema, part tap room. RJ Cinema is a unique and innovative first run movie theater concept where you can enjoy locally sourced craft beers, scratch made kitchen... Read more
Part cinema, part tap room. RJ Cinema is a unique and innovative first run movie theater concept where you can enjoy locally sourced craft beers, scratch made kitchen selections, and premium crafted spirits from the Robert James Distillery in nearby Norwood. RJ Cinema offers private parties, lessons on distillation and of... Read More
The Overlook Lodge
North
The Overlook Lodge
North
Bar inspired by the mysterious hotel in "The Shining" serving craft cocktails.
Bar inspired by the mysterious hotel in "The Shining" serving craft cocktails.
Stadium Sports Bar & Grill
East
Stadium Sports Bar & Grill
East
Over 50 HDTV's ensure you'll never miss a single second of action. Whether you’re a loyal Bengals fan, a dedicated Reds fan, or you just love all the sports in... Read more
Over 50 HDTV's ensure you'll never miss a single second of action. Whether you’re a loyal Bengals fan, a dedicated Reds fan, or you just love all the sports in Cincinnati and around the country, you can watch them all at Stadium. With 32 beers on tap and even more bottled by local breweries you can drink like a champ. With ... Read More
Ghost Baby
Downtown
Ghost Baby
Downtown
Head 5-stories underground to this unique bar and lounge in OTR. The cocktail lounge consists of three sections. Guests enter into the front bar and can move into... Read more
Head 5-stories underground to this unique bar and lounge in OTR. The cocktail lounge consists of three sections. Guests enter into the front bar and can move into the back bar, or the Den, by passing through a small parlor. In the Den, live performances are held on an intimate stage and guests can reserve a spot at a table or... Read More
Arlin's Bar
Uptown
Arlin's Bar
Uptown
Neighborhood bar offering a wide variety of food and drinks, featuring 20 different taps.
Neighborhood bar offering a wide variety of food and drinks, featuring 20 different taps.
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.
Grassroots And Vine
South
Grassroots And Vine
South
Gourmet Market & Tasting Room serving up community cheer! Specialty foods, gift baskets, small bites menu, lounge & patio.
Gourmet Market & Tasting Room serving up community cheer! Specialty foods, gift baskets, small bites menu, lounge & patio.
Starbucks
Uptown
Starbucks
Uptown
It wouldn't be a workday without that daily cup o' joe. Take your pick from espresso drinks, lattes, teas, 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, teas, 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
Club Trio
North
Club Trio
North
Looking for a laid-back bar scene with reasonably priced drinks with some neighborhood friends? Club Trio, right in the heart of Colerain Township, offers happy hour... Read more
Looking for a laid-back bar scene with reasonably priced drinks with some neighborhood friends? Club Trio, right in the heart of Colerain Township, offers happy hour prices from 1-7 daily. Live Music Wednesday, Friday and Saturday nights, Karaoke Thursdays, plus darts, pool and cornhole!
Lost & Found OTR
Downtown
Lost & Found OTR
Downtown
The bar features a menu of craft cocktails, shareable food and curated wine and beer lists.
The bar features a menu of craft cocktails, shareable food and curated wine and beer lists.
Coffee Emporium
Downtown
Coffee Emporium
Downtown
Chill, vegetarian-friendly artisanal roaster with free WiFi and an eclectic menu of light bites.
Chill, vegetarian-friendly artisanal roaster with free WiFi and an eclectic menu of light bites.
1803
North
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
Cock & Bull Public House
South > Riverfront
Cock & Bull Public House
South > Riverfront
Cock and Bull in MainStrasse serves as a restaurant by day, where you can sit outside on the sidewalk with a view of the Goose Girl Fountain, and handles the neighborhood... Read more
Cock and Bull in MainStrasse serves as a restaurant by day, where you can sit outside on the sidewalk with a view of the Goose Girl Fountain, and handles the neighborhood bar crowd by night. The pub offers a sweeping drink selection--50 draft selections of beer alone--along with fish 'n' chips, burgers (including the black bean... Read More
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.
Corkopolis
Downtown
Corkopolis
Downtown
Offering a curated selection of hand crafted wines from the world over, set in an authentic urban environment geared toward discovery.
Offering a curated selection of hand crafted wines from the world over, set in an authentic urban environment geared toward discovery.
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.
Fausto
Downtown
Fausto
Downtown
Inside the Contemporary Arts Center in Downtown Cincinnati, Fausto, brought to you by the Ferrari Bros. is a contemporary California cuisine restaurant. Serving coffee,... Read more
Inside the Contemporary Arts Center in Downtown Cincinnati, Fausto, brought to you by the Ferrari Bros. is a contemporary California cuisine restaurant. Serving coffee, wine, cocktails, and delicious menu items.
