Restaurants
Find Restaurants in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky (East Region)
From our famous Cincinnati-style chili and French pot ice cream to hot new restaurants featuring gourmet takes on comfort-food favorites and fine dining for a romantic night for two, Cincinnati USA is making a name for itself as a foodie destination. USA Today even named the region one of "six small cities with big food scenes" due to the amazing revitalization of our restaurant scene, which offers plenty of dining options for every palate.
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LaDonna's Cafe
East
LaDonna's Cafe
East
LaDonna's opened in the fall of 2010 in the former Miguel's spot as a casual, all-American restaurant with a full bar and nice outdoor patio. Chef and owner Randy... Read more
LaDonna's opened in the fall of 2010 in the former Miguel's spot as a casual, all-American restaurant with a full bar and nice outdoor patio. Chef and owner Randy Baumgardt wanted to create a place to serve comfort food from scratch. Appetizers include Cold Poached Shrimp, gourmet pizzas and homemade soups. Entrees, also known... Read More
Madeira Inn
East
Madeira Inn
East
A comfortable neighborhood bar that has a solid list of regulars, Madeira Inn boasts great drink specials, pool tables and darts.The lunch and dinner menus are one in the... Read more
A comfortable neighborhood bar that has a solid list of regulars, Madeira Inn boasts great drink specials, pool tables and darts.The lunch and dinner menus are one in the same, offering burgers, sandwiches, steak hoagies, soups and salads.
Malia's Kitchen
East
Malia's Kitchen
East
Malia's Kitchen in Anderson Township offers take-out and dine-in. You can take home one of the frozen soups, chili, stews or lasagnas, or you can choose a made-to-... Read more
Malia's Kitchen in Anderson Township offers take-out and dine-in. You can take home one of the frozen soups, chili, stews or lasagnas, or you can choose a made-to-order meal from the counter. For breakfast, there are items like omelets, biscuits and gravy, and French toast. The lunch menu (which could also be a light dinner... Read More
Nine Mile Tavern
East
Nine Mile Tavern
East
There are lots of locals at the Nine Mile Tavern, but newcomers are welcome. Entertain yourself with the jukebox, video games and pool tables. Meals are on the light side... Read more
There are lots of locals at the Nine Mile Tavern, but newcomers are welcome. Entertain yourself with the jukebox, video games and pool tables. Meals are on the light side, mainly sandwhiches. Wipe away your sadness with happy hour from 3-7 p.m. Monday-Friday.
Jean Paul's Paradiso
East
Jean Paul's Paradiso
East
Jean Paul's Paradiso is a neighborhood Italian eatery owned by Jean Paul Belmont of Clough Pike Market fame. The menu is filled with tempting soups and sandwiches, plus... Read more
Jean Paul's Paradiso is a neighborhood Italian eatery owned by Jean Paul Belmont of Clough Pike Market fame. The menu is filled with tempting soups and sandwiches, plus pizzas and pastas for the hungrier folks. Try the Sicilian panini (spicy meatballs cooked in rich tomato sauce and grilled with onions, peppers, mushrooms and... Read More
Gold Star Chili
East
Gold Star Chili
East
Gold Star Chili has been a part of Cincinnati for over 40 years, serving up Cincinnati-style chili for cheese coneys and three-ways. You will be the life of any party if... Read more
Gold Star Chili has been a part of Cincinnati for over 40 years, serving up Cincinnati-style chili for cheese coneys and three-ways. You will be the life of any party if you show up with Gold Star's Coney Crate - 10 cheese coneys in an easily totable case. Set your mouth on fire with the Firehouse coney, topped with a roasted... Read More
Zak's Grill and Bar
East
Zak's Grill and Bar
East
A popular community gathering place, Zak's offers karaoke during the week, live bands or acoustic music on the deck on weekends along with food, spirits and fun. Zak's... Read more
A popular community gathering place, Zak's offers karaoke during the week, live bands or acoustic music on the deck on weekends along with food, spirits and fun. Zak's award-winning maple pecan glazed salmon shares the traditional American menu with other entrees like blackened chicken fettucini alfredo, burgers and salads.
Maloney's Pub East
East
Maloney's Pub East
East
Every night is a special night at this Maloney's Pub location. Monday night is "Bring your own mug night" when they fill you up with Killian's or Miller Lite for $1.50.... Read more
Every night is a special night at this Maloney's Pub location. Monday night is "Bring your own mug night" when they fill you up with Killian's or Miller Lite for $1.50. Tuesday is Burgermania, buy a burger with fries and get one free. Wednesday night is Ladies Night, Thursday is $1 beer night and catch some live music on Friday... Read More
Great China
East
Great China
East
What you'll notice first about Great China is how very pink the walls and decor are. (Perhaps the owners were just trying to keep the Chinese establishment cheery against... Read more
What you'll notice first about Great China is how very pink the walls and decor are. (Perhaps the owners were just trying to keep the Chinese establishment cheery against a strip mall backdrop?) On the menu are all the favorites: Fried rice, lo mein, chop suey, egg foo young, chicken, pork and as many ways are you can spice and... Read More
Depot Barbecue
East
Depot Barbecue
East
The historic Madeira Train Depot was built in 1872 and quickly became the community gathering place. Now you will find barbecue staples like award-winning smoked meats,... Read more
The historic Madeira Train Depot was built in 1872 and quickly became the community gathering place. Now you will find barbecue staples like award-winning smoked meats, creamy macaroni & cheese and baked beans with bacon. Plus, vegetarian and lighter dishes, decadent desserts and soft-serve ice cream. Enjoy a craft beer... Read More
Angilo's Pizza
East
Angilo's Pizza
East
Just what you'd expect: Fresh pizza, wings and hoagies. It caters for events, hosts parties and delivers. Angilo's Web site has coupons available, making this inexpensive... Read more
Just what you'd expect: Fresh pizza, wings and hoagies. It caters for events, hosts parties and delivers. Angilo's Web site has coupons available, making this inexpensive eatery even more affordable.
Mad Llama Coffee
East
Mad Llama Coffee
East
Locally roasted coffee, full espresso bar, housemade bagels and muffins, soft serve ice cream, and a drive up window.
Locally roasted coffee, full espresso bar, housemade bagels and muffins, soft serve ice cream, and a drive up window.
Clermont Inn
East
Clermont Inn
East
Clermont Inn looks innocent enough on the outside. But on the inside, murder mystery dinner theaters take place on select weekends throughout the year. Make a reservation... Read more
Clermont Inn looks innocent enough on the outside. But on the inside, murder mystery dinner theaters take place on select weekends throughout the year. Make a reservation and help figure out whodunit. Or stop by on a weekday for some of their homemade chili or soup, sandwiches and a dinner menu consisting of items such as liver... Read More
Firehouse Subs
East
Firehouse Subs
East
Florida-based chain known for big subs with steamed meat and cheese, a collection of hot sauces and its support of local firefighters and police.
Florida-based chain known for big subs with steamed meat and cheese, a collection of hot sauces and its support of local firefighters and police.
Mount Carmel Pub
East
Mount Carmel Pub
East
The early bird gets the worm at Mount Carmel Pub, which opens up at 6 a.m. weekdays. This pub is known for its American and Mexican cuisine, along with great drink deals... Read more
The early bird gets the worm at Mount Carmel Pub, which opens up at 6 a.m. weekdays. This pub is known for its American and Mexican cuisine, along with great drink deals during happy hour. There is plenty to keep you entertained from pool tables to Golden Tee to Megatouch. Live music shakes things up on Wednesdays, Fridays and... Read More
Coffee Please
East
Coffee Please
East
This coffee shop and cafe features around 50 different types of coffee from all over the world, including Africa and Indonesia. However, Coffee Please is known for its... Read more
This coffee shop and cafe features around 50 different types of coffee from all over the world, including Africa and Indonesia. However, Coffee Please is known for its house blends, macaroni and cheese and chicken salad, rather than the exotic coffee choices. Grab a sandwich and sit out on the makeshift patio.
Roney's
East
Roney's
East
A family restaurant owned and operated by the same family since 1969 now with a new name with the same great menu with Fried Chicken, Roast Beef Sandwiches, and Hamburgers...
A family restaurant owned and operated by the same family since 1969 now with a new name with the same great menu with Fried Chicken, Roast Beef Sandwiches, and Hamburgers.
Arby's
East
Arby's
East
A great friendly place for the family to eat.Arby's serves a wide variety of food including roast beef, chicken, roast turkey, salads, desserts and Market Fresh... Read more
A great friendly place for the family to eat.Arby's serves a wide variety of food including roast beef, chicken, roast turkey, salads, desserts and Market Fresh sandwiches, salads desserst and wraps. Some locations offer a breakfast menu and drive through. Also a special kid's menu.
El Coyote
East
El Coyote
East
Don't let the name fool you: El Coyote is not only a Mexican restaurant; it's also a steakhouse. This Tex-Mex style cuisine will have you coming back for more. The... Read more
Don't let the name fool you: El Coyote is not only a Mexican restaurant; it's also a steakhouse. This Tex-Mex style cuisine will have you coming back for more. The restaurant is themed with an elegant, woodsy cabin-like decor. In the mood to be wined and dined with a fabulous steak or pork chop? Both are award-winning. To spice... Read More
Batavia Station
East
Batavia Station
East
Family restaurant and bar with entertainment.
Family restaurant and bar with entertainment.
Kar Ma
East
Kar Ma
East
Kar*ma is a new Asian bistro specializing in Laotian and Thai fare. It's an intimate experience here, as the bistro resembles a storefront business with a kitchen... Read more
Kar*ma is a new Asian bistro specializing in Laotian and Thai fare. It's an intimate experience here, as the bistro resembles a storefront business with a kitchen taking up most of the space.Start off with an appetizer, like Laotian Fried Rice and Thai stuffed chicken wings. The Kar*ma Specialties on the menu include ginger...... Read More
Anderson Township Pub
East
Anderson Township Pub
East
Regulars of this Anderson Township staple probably think of Anderson Township Pub (or "ATP") as more of a home than a typical sports bar. Engraved names of... Read more
Regulars of this Anderson Township staple probably think of Anderson Township Pub (or "ATP") as more of a home than a typical sports bar. Engraved names of regulars are found throughout the family-owned bar. Feel a part of the "family" and order one of the pub's burgers, cleverly named after local subdivisions. During warm...... Read More
Garzelli's Grinder & Pizza Co.
East
Garzelli's Grinder & Pizza Co.
East
While other Garzelli locations have more of a bar feel, Garzelli's on Ohio Pike is more of a pizza joint. It's also known for its grinders, which are extra-large sub... Read more
While other Garzelli locations have more of a bar feel, Garzelli's on Ohio Pike is more of a pizza joint. It's also known for its grinders, which are extra-large sub sandwiches on baked, made-from-scratch bread. Appetizers, calzones and salads round out the menu. The back room is a great place for large parties to eat, drink... Read More
Skyline Chili
East
Skyline Chili
East
Proclaimed by many non-Cincinnati natives to be an acquired taste, most who were born and raised here can't remember life without Skyline (and those who move here quickly... Read more
Proclaimed by many non-Cincinnati natives to be an acquired taste, most who were born and raised here can't remember life without Skyline (and those who move here quickly become loyal as well). The chili, part of what makes Cincinnati the city we all know and love, has been made from the same Greek recipe since the first...... Read More
Coffee n' Cream
East
Coffee n' Cream
East
Coffee 'N Cream has is a friendly neighborhood coffee house with a twist. In addition to the lattes, mochas and other coffee drinks available, this establishment offers... Read more
Coffee 'N Cream has is a friendly neighborhood coffee house with a twist. In addition to the lattes, mochas and other coffee drinks available, this establishment offers ice cream and smoothies that are reasonably priced and always tasty.
Servatii Pastry Shop & Deli
East
Servatii Pastry Shop & Deli
East
Servatii is a Cincinnati legend. Named "Hall of Fame Bakery" by Cincinnati Magazine, the bakery/deli boasts limitless pastries, cakes, doughnuts, cookies, breads... Read more
Servatii is a Cincinnati legend. Named "Hall of Fame Bakery" by Cincinnati Magazine, the bakery/deli boasts limitless pastries, cakes, doughnuts, cookies, breads, rolls and, of course, the famous pretzel sandwich.
Royal Taj Indian Restaurant
East
Royal Taj Indian Restaurant
East
Royal Taj Indian is tucked into a shopping center near Panera on Beechmont Avenue, but don't let the discreet location fool you. The naan here is great, the food is priced... Read more
Royal Taj Indian is tucked into a shopping center near Panera on Beechmont Avenue, but don't let the discreet location fool you. The naan here is great, the food is priced right and few Indian restaurants can match the menu of more than 140 specialty Indian dishes. From shrimp Biryani, lightly tossed with nuts and raisins, to... Read More
Mac's Pizza Pub
East
Mac's Pizza Pub
East
Old Wooster Tavern location on the border of Fairfax and Mariemont. Second location of Mac's Pizza Pub in Clifton Heights.
Old Wooster Tavern location on the border of Fairfax and Mariemont. Second location of Mac's Pizza Pub in Clifton Heights.
Sweeterie
East
Sweeterie
East
Whether it's wedding cakes, decorated cookies or cupcakes, Sweeterie strives for a double-dose of perfection: beautiful and delicious. They've been baking for 15 years and... Read more
Whether it's wedding cakes, decorated cookies or cupcakes, Sweeterie strives for a double-dose of perfection: beautiful and delicious. They've been baking for 15 years and their creations are also available at the bakery island in the Anderson Kroger Marketplace.
Fuji Steak House
East
Fuji Steak House
East
Prepare to be entertained by the friendly and sociable chefs, who might be seen manipulating fire or tossing shrimp in the air for you to catch, all while preparing a... Read more
Prepare to be entertained by the friendly and sociable chefs, who might be seen manipulating fire or tossing shrimp in the air for you to catch, all while preparing a hearty meal of steak, chicken or seafood. Fuji Steakhouse also has a sushi menu as well.
Hibachi Master Japanese Restaurant
East
Hibachi Master Japanese Restaurant
East
If you're looking for high quality food and an elegant restaurant with Asian flair than Hibachi Master is your place. Options for lunch include tempura, katsu, teriyaki... Read more
If you're looking for high quality food and an elegant restaurant with Asian flair than Hibachi Master is your place. Options for lunch include tempura, katsu, teriyaki and teppan grill items. You can also choose from a variety of combos for lunch and dinner or try their hand -rolled fresh sushi.
Everything Bagels
East
Everything Bagels
East
Full-service breakfast and lunch menu including bagels and pastries, bagel sandwiches and wraps, fresh fruit smoothies, coffee and espresso drinks, soups and salads.
Full-service breakfast and lunch menu including bagels and pastries, bagel sandwiches and wraps, fresh fruit smoothies, coffee and espresso drinks, soups and salads.
Taj India
East
Taj India
East
D.J. Singh, who owns Shaan Indian Cuisine in Hyde Park Plaza, has opened a second restaurant in Anderson Township, Taj India. It serves northern Indian cuisine for lunch... Read more
D.J. Singh, who owns Shaan Indian Cuisine in Hyde Park Plaza, has opened a second restaurant in Anderson Township, Taj India. It serves northern Indian cuisine for lunch and dinner, with a small buffet at lunch.
Servatii Pastry Shop & Deli
East
Servatii Pastry Shop & Deli
East
Located in the Hyde Park Plaza shopping center on the East Side, Servatii's has all of your pastry shop essentials. It has been recognized as a Hall of Fame bakery by... Read more
Located in the Hyde Park Plaza shopping center on the East Side, Servatii's has all of your pastry shop essentials. It has been recognized as a Hall of Fame bakery by Cincinnati Magazine as well as a top ten bakery in the state of Ohio. Originally founded in Germany, Servatii's has become a Cincinnati favorite. The Hyde Park... Read More
Starbucks
East
Starbucks
East
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... Read More
El Rancho Grande
East
El Rancho Grande
East
El Rancheo Grande, formerly known as Los Portales, has authentic Mexican cuisine with all of the favorites, along with a few surprises such as grilled tilapia and other... Read more
El Rancheo Grande, formerly known as Los Portales, has authentic Mexican cuisine with all of the favorites, along with a few surprises such as grilled tilapia and other seafood selections that go beyond the standard tacos and fajitas. Vegetarian-friendly dishes and a number of salads make great choices for those in search of... Read More
The Coffee Shop on Wooster
East
The Coffee Shop on Wooster
East
Stop inside the cute Coffee Shop on Wooster for coffe and a quick pick-me-up, like soup, a sandwich or bagel. Satisfy your sweet tooth with Zingerman's Brownies and coffee... Read more
Stop inside the cute Coffee Shop on Wooster for coffe and a quick pick-me-up, like soup, a sandwich or bagel. Satisfy your sweet tooth with Zingerman's Brownies and coffee cakes. If it's nice out, be sure to sit out front.
Starbucks
East
Starbucks
East
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... Read More
LaRosa's Pizzeria
East
LaRosa's Pizzeria
East
LaRosa's pizza is a favorite among locals, with an original, sweeter sauce and thin or thick crust choices. Calzones, hoagies and pasta meals are also popular. This... Read more
LaRosa's pizza is a favorite among locals, with an original, sweeter sauce and thin or thick crust choices. Calzones, hoagies and pasta meals are also popular. This location is for delivery and carry out only.
Potbelly Sandwich Works
East
Potbelly Sandwich Works
East
Located in Rookwood Pavilion in Hyde Park, Potbelly Sandwich Works offers fresh, made-to-order sandwiches and salads in a friendly environment.Craving something cool to... Read more
Located in Rookwood Pavilion in Hyde Park, Potbelly Sandwich Works offers fresh, made-to-order sandwiches and salads in a friendly environment.Craving something cool to wash down that sandwich? Try one of their hand-dipped shakes, malts and smoothies. Flavors range from the traditional to the unique (try boysenberry or... Read... Read More
Big Apple Bagels
East
Big Apple Bagels
East
Ugh, is it too early for you, too? Then stop into Big Apple Bagels on your way to work for a morning pick-me-up. Bagels, muffins and breakfast sandwiches might appeal to... Read more
Ugh, is it too early for you, too? Then stop into Big Apple Bagels on your way to work for a morning pick-me-up. Bagels, muffins and breakfast sandwiches might appeal to the early risers while toasted sandwiches, subs, pizza and salads are easy lunchtime hunger fixes. Wake up with its specialty coffee, espresso drinks or a...... Read More
