Find Restaurants in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky (South Region)

Smoke Justis

South > Riverfront

New Sports Bar in the Roebling Point District of Covington, Kentucky featuring smoked meats, whiskey, craft beer, live music and arcade games.

New Sports Bar in the Roebling Point District of Covington, Kentucky featuring smoked meats, whiskey, craft beer, live music and arcade games.

Mad Mike's Burgers and Fries

South > Southwest

Locally-owned restaurant that's as good as the big guys. The fries are good, too. They serve two juicy 4-ounce patties with a wide variety of toppings, like the "Shroomin... Read more

Locally-owned restaurant that's as good as the big guys. The fries are good, too. They serve two juicy 4-ounce patties with a wide variety of toppings, like the "Shroomin" for $4.99, $5.99 or $7.99 if you go overboard with the Goliath.

Dixie Chili and Deli

South > Riverfront

Just like the name suggests, this is not your average chili joint. If you're not in the mood for a Coney or 6-Way (chili, spaghetti, beans, onions all topped with fresh... Read more

Just like the name suggests, this is not your average chili joint. If you're not in the mood for a Coney or 6-Way (chili, spaghetti, beans, onions all topped with fresh chopped garlic and cheese), you can order something from the deli. Popular choices include the egg salad sandwich or the Greek salad. Remember to save room for... Read More

Rich's Proper Food & Drink

South

A Creole-influenced restaurant featuring approachable cocktails.

A Creole-influenced restaurant featuring approachable cocktails.

Moonrise Doughnuts

South

Moonrise Doughnuts is located in the Latonia neighborhood of Covington, Kentucky, and offers fresh doughnuts during the evening hours.  We are a specialty shop... Read more

Moonrise Doughnuts is located in the Latonia neighborhood of Covington, Kentucky, and offers fresh doughnuts during the evening hours.  We are a specialty shop with a nostalgic motif centering primarily on the 1960’s and 1970’s.  Many recall doughnuts sold at night out of the back door of Latonia Bakery.  Moonrise Doughnuts...... Read More

Drake's Florence

South

Eatery and bar serving craft beers, burgers, sushi & pub grub in a lively, contemporary space. 

Eatery and bar serving craft beers, burgers, sushi & pub grub in a lively, contemporary space. 

The Prohibition Bourbon Bar at Newberry Bros.

South

Locally owned and operated by Peter & Kim Newberry, Newberry Bros, this neighborhood cafe offers more than 1500 bourbons and whiskeys, and counting. Full bar. Wine.... Read more

Locally owned and operated by Peter & Kim Newberry, Newberry Bros, this neighborhood cafe offers more than 1500 bourbons and whiskeys, and counting. Full bar. Wine. Beer. Coffee & espresso. Dog friendly patio. Part of The B-Line. Click here to learn more.

Mokka and the Sunset Bar and Grill

South > Riverfront

Casual breakfast-through-dinner spot for grilled cheese and other specialties, plus late-night drinks.

Casual breakfast-through-dinner spot for grilled cheese and other specialties, plus late-night drinks.

Trotta's Steak and Seafood Resturant

South

Silver Grove Dari-Bar

South > Southeast

Ludlow Bromley Yacht Club

South > Riverfront

Feed all five senses at the Ludlow Bromley Yacht Club. Watch the sun set over the Ohio River. Dock your boat at the marina. For the uninitiated, LBYC is a totally laid-... Read more

Feed all five senses at the Ludlow Bromley Yacht Club. Watch the sun set over the Ohio River. Dock your boat at the marina. For the uninitiated, LBYC is a totally laid-back outdoor bar on the Ohio River that serves beer in cans and only takes cash. It caters to both the moneyed and the mulleted. Each weeknight, it has a... Read... Read More

Buffalo Wings & Rings

South

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. 

Goodfellas Pizzeria

South

Enjoy "a slice of New York City" and a stand-out bourbon cocktail at this iconic pizzeria-bar complex. The upper level is called Wiseguy Lounge and embodies the energy... Read more

Enjoy "a slice of New York City" and a stand-out bourbon cocktail at this iconic pizzeria-bar complex. The upper level is called Wiseguy Lounge and embodies the energy and ambiance of the 1920's with a modern twist. You will experience calm low lighting, dark reclaimed wood, rich leather sofas, elite bourbons, craft cocktails... Read More

Frida 602

South

Whimsical, Frida Kahlo-inspired accents set the scene for creative Mexican eats and mezcal cocktails.

Whimsical, Frida Kahlo-inspired accents set the scene for creative Mexican eats and mezcal cocktails.

Peppe Cucina

South

Traditional New York Style Italian Deli serving only high quality deli meats and cheeses, artisan breads and pastas, pizzas, salads and more. 

Traditional New York Style Italian Deli serving only high quality deli meats and cheeses, artisan breads and pastas, pizzas, salads and more. 

Barleycorn's

South > Southeast

For a get-together with friends to watch the big game, Barleycorn's is the place to dine and unwind. Order a round and watch the big game on one of the TVs covering the... Read more

For a get-together with friends to watch the big game, Barleycorn's is the place to dine and unwind. Order a round and watch the big game on one of the TVs covering the walls. After work, stop the hunger pangs with a wide selection of appetizers such as wings and nachos con queso. Really hungry? Dare to devour one of the...... Read More

Gourmet Wok

South > Southeast

Gourmet Wok is one big room with red and black booths, lots of oversized Asian decor on the walls and a small bar located in a nook in the back of the room where they... Read more

Gourmet Wok is one big room with red and black booths, lots of oversized Asian decor on the walls and a small bar located in a nook in the back of the room where they offer beer, plum wine, sake and cocktails. The large main menu was quite over whelming, with tons of teriyaki, chow mein, duck, pork, traditional Cantonese, fish... Read More

Starbucks

South > Southwest

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... Read More

China Max

South > Southwest

Spent all day dropping money on material goods at Florence Mall? Stop at China Max in the food court to spend some more on something that will fill you up. This Chinese... Read more

Spent all day dropping money on material goods at Florence Mall? Stop at China Max in the food court to spend some more on something that will fill you up. This Chinese eatery makes for a quick, easy and inexpensive lunch or dinner; your full belly will wipe away any buyer's remorse you built up at the stores. Beef, chicken and... Read More

Angilo's Pizza

South > Southeast

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.

City Barbeque

South > Southwest

What originally started as a barbecue competition team turned into this Ohio-owned-and-operated City Barbeque restaurant. The menu items are not just confined to one... Read more

What originally started as a barbecue competition team turned into this Ohio-owned-and-operated City Barbeque restaurant. The menu items are not just confined to one region of the country, though. The restaurant draws from Carolina, Memphis, Texas and Kansas City styles of barbecue. The Florence location has three in-house...... Read More

Bob Evans

South > Southwest

Bob Evans offers good satisfying food in a country-style, family-friendly atmosphere with reasonable prices.A wide-ranging menu from the Turkey Florentine omelet, sausage... Read more

Bob Evans offers good satisfying food in a country-style, family-friendly atmosphere with reasonable prices.A wide-ranging menu from the Turkey Florentine omelet, sausage gravy and biscuits, cobb salad, grilled chicken stir-fry, country-fried steak, steak burgers and caramel pecan chocolate silk pie. There is also a special...... Read More

Beef 'O' Brady's

South > Southwest

The name might be Irish, but the cuisine is all-American at Beef 'O'Brady's, with wings, burgers, wraps and sandwiches. Order a basket of fish 'n chips or wings with the... Read more

The name might be Irish, but the cuisine is all-American at Beef 'O'Brady's, with wings, burgers, wraps and sandwiches. Order a basket of fish 'n chips or wings with the signature sauce. The neighborhood restaurant is also American in its entertainment, with 21 TVs showing the latest sports game. Take advantage of longneck...... Read More

Fillmore's Dairy Hut

South > Southwest

It's not only ice cream at this classic American diner that truly looks like a hut - and like it hasn't changed in 40 years. Richie and the Fonz would feel... Read more

It's not only ice cream at this classic American diner that truly looks like a hut - and like it hasn't changed in 40 years. Richie and the Fonz would feel comfortable in this Florence mainstay where the Burr Burger, a double-decker cheeseburger, is the biggest seller. Unlike chain burger joints, everything's fresh and made to... Read More

Frisch's Big Boy

South > Southwest

Frisch's originated in Cincinnati in 1905, and their famous double-decker Big Boy sandwich was born in 1946. Likewise, Frisch's has been a local favorite for many years,... Read more

Frisch's originated in Cincinnati in 1905, and their famous double-decker Big Boy sandwich was born in 1946. Likewise, Frisch's has been a local favorite for many years, with staples like the breakfast and salad bars, specialty tartar sauce and pumpkin pie. Try a fish sandwich for dinner, a Cherry Coke to drink and top it off... Read More

Pink in a Blanket Doughnuts

South > Southwest

Husband and wife owned-shop offering homemade donuts and fresh coffee. Their "pig in a blanket" consists of smoked sausage with cheddar cheese baked inside... Read more

Husband and wife owned-shop offering homemade donuts and fresh coffee. Their "pig in a blanket" consists of smoked sausage with cheddar cheese baked inside homemade dough.

Riverfront Pizza

South > Riverfront

This Covington pizza place offers takeout and delivery, or patrons are welcome to enjoy their meal inside in the comfy, aromatic atmosphere. Riverfront sells a lot of... Read more

This Covington pizza place offers takeout and delivery, or patrons are welcome to enjoy their meal inside in the comfy, aromatic atmosphere. Riverfront sells a lot of pizza, but locals love the steak hoagies, too, with a steak patty on a fresh bun, dressed with any toppings you'd like, such as pizza sauce, onions cheese and...... Read More

Buffalo Bob's Family Restaurant

South > Southeast

Buffalo Bob's is a friendly spot to unwind and maybe watch the game on TV and have a drink. Steaks, burgers and wings are popular menu items (by the way, the menu and... Read more

Buffalo Bob's is a friendly spot to unwind and maybe watch the game on TV and have a drink. Steaks, burgers and wings are popular menu items (by the way, the menu and kid's menu are huge). Private party room.

Culver's of Florence

South > Southwest

This Wisconsin-based restaurant serves custard made fresh daily with eggs, smoothies, coolers, sundaes, butter burgers, sandwiches, cheese curds, pot roast and is big on... Read more

This Wisconsin-based restaurant serves custard made fresh daily with eggs, smoothies, coolers, sundaes, butter burgers, sandwiches, cheese curds, pot roast and is big on fried chicken.

York St. Cafe

South > Riverfront

Located in an 1880's-era pharmacy, York St. Cafe has your prescription for a great night out: It's a romantic restaurant, lounge, live music venue and art gallery all in... Read more

Located in an 1880's-era pharmacy, York St. Cafe has your prescription for a great night out: It's a romantic restaurant, lounge, live music venue and art gallery all in one. York St.'s Mercantile sells art, antiques and collectibles. It's open Wednesday-Saturday, noon-3 p.m. and 6-9 p.m.

Five Guys Burgers

South > Riverfront

Five Guys Burgers and Fries recently opened three locations in University Heights, Crestview Hills and West Chester. The franchise started in Arlington, Va., in 1986.The... Read more

Five Guys Burgers and Fries recently opened three locations in University Heights, Crestview Hills and West Chester. The franchise started in Arlington, Va., in 1986.The menu is simple: burgers, hot dogs and fries. But there are lots of toppings for customizing your own: grilled onions, grilled mushrooms, green peppers,... Read... Read More

Emerson's Bakery

South > Southwest

Home of the best donuts in Northern Kentucky, Emerson's specializes in deliciousness! Fresh desserts are made from scratch and baked with love including: cakes, donuts,... Read more

Home of the best donuts in Northern Kentucky, Emerson's specializes in deliciousness! Fresh desserts are made from scratch and baked with love including: cakes, donuts, pies, and breads.

Frisch's Big Boy

South > Southwest

Frisch's originated in Cincinnati in 1905, and their famous double-decker Big Boy sandwich was born in 1946. Likewise, Frisch's has been a local favorite for many years,... Read more

Frisch's originated in Cincinnati in 1905, and their famous double-decker Big Boy sandwich was born in 1946. Likewise, Frisch's has been a local favorite for many years, with staples like the breakfast and salad bars, specialty tartar sauce and pumpkin pie. Try a fish sandwich for dinner, a Cherry Coke to drink and top it off... Read More

Wabi Sabi Covington

South > Riverfront

Wabi Sabi is the Japanese art of finding beauty in imperfection and profundity in nature. It is simple, slow and uncluttered, and it reveres authenticity above all.Wabi... Read more

Wabi Sabi is the Japanese art of finding beauty in imperfection and profundity in nature. It is simple, slow and uncluttered, and it reveres authenticity above all.Wabi refers to harmony, peace, tranquility and balance.Sabi itself means "the bloom of time", to take pleasure in things that are old and faded. With this philosophy... Read More

LaRosa's Pizzeria

South > Riverfront

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 choices for... 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 choices for your casual night out. Don't feel like cooking or have to feed a large party? LaRosa's offers delivery as well.

Schneider's Sweet Shop

South > Riverfront

Jack Schneider took over this shop filled with homemade candies and ice cream from his father, who started the store in 1939. What to order: Opera creams, by the pound;... Read more

Jack Schneider took over this shop filled with homemade candies and ice cream from his father, who started the store in 1939. What to order: Opera creams, by the pound; cream-filled Easter eggs; caramel apples or ice cream with ice balls on a hot summer day.

Bruno's Pizza

South > Southwest

Eat in or carry-out from this college-town favorite with a family-friendly casual style. There is also a location in Florence.Even though its name says "pizza,"... Read more

Eat in or carry-out from this college-town favorite with a family-friendly casual style. There is also a location in Florence.Even though its name says "pizza," Bruno's offers an extensive menu with something for everyone - from appetizers like fried zucchini and jalapeno poppers right on through to entrees ranging from pizza... Read More

Skyline Chili

South > Southwest

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

Wunderbar

South > Riverfront

Weinstephan? Einbecker? Come to Wunderbar to satisfy your German beer curiosity. They've got a patio, and a vintage Elvis pinball machine; if you're hungry, try their... Read more

Weinstephan? Einbecker? Come to Wunderbar to satisfy your German beer curiosity. They've got a patio, and a vintage Elvis pinball machine; if you're hungry, try their giant pretzel, currywurst, and homemade sausages.

Busken Bakery

South > Southeast

Busken Bakery has been serving pastries in Cincinnati for 87 years. Customers' favorites include 'Smiley' Cookies, Donuts, and Cinnamon Rolls.

Busken Bakery has been serving pastries in Cincinnati for 87 years. Customers' favorites include 'Smiley' Cookies, Donuts, and Cinnamon Rolls.

Cobblestone Cafe

South > Southeast

Cobblestone Cafe is a no frills, what-you-see-is-what-you-get kind of place where you're made to feel like a loyal, repeat customer from the first visit. Featuring dine in... Read more

Cobblestone Cafe is a no frills, what-you-see-is-what-you-get kind of place where you're made to feel like a loyal, repeat customer from the first visit. Featuring dine in, carry-out and catering services, free parking and patio seating, the local family-owned-and-operated lunch spot attempts to cover all of the noon-time needs... Read More

KJ's Pub

South > Southwest

KJ's is the place to fill up on all-American food, throw back a few, watch the game, listen to live music Thursdays through Saturdays or all of the above. Choose from a... Read more

KJ's is the place to fill up on all-American food, throw back a few, watch the game, listen to live music Thursdays through Saturdays or all of the above. Choose from a menu of sandwiches and wraps, half-pound burgers and seafood including beer-battered shrimp, fried cod and sauteed grouper. And you can get a great deal just... Read More

Bob Evans

South > Southwest

Bob Evans offers good satisfying food in a country-style, family-friendly atmosphere with reasonable prices.A wide-ranging menu from the Turkey Florentine omelet, sausage... Read more

Bob Evans offers good satisfying food in a country-style, family-friendly atmosphere with reasonable prices.A wide-ranging menu from the Turkey Florentine omelet, sausage gravy and biscuits, cobb salad, grilled chicken stir-fry, country-fried steak, steak burgers and caramel pecan chocolate silk pie. There is also a special...... Read More

Piper's Cafe

South > Riverfront

Piper's Cafe combines the convenience of take-away breakfast, lunch, and house made soups with an emphasis on nutrition and fresh flavor. Vegetable and/or fruit 'Smart... Read more

Piper's Cafe combines the convenience of take-away breakfast, lunch, and house made soups with an emphasis on nutrition and fresh flavor. Vegetable and/or fruit 'Smart Sides'™ are always available in addition to fresh-cut french fries or fat-free pretzels, to complement meals. Its soft serve ice cream is lactose free and...... Read More

Sea Sushi & Grill

South > Southwest

At Sea Sushi... Read more

At Sea Sushi & Grill we are committed to providing you with an exceptional dining experience every time you walk through our doors. Each dish on our menu is prepared to order using the freshest and highest quality ingredients.

Texas Roadhouse

South > Southwest

Better bring a Texas-size appetite to Texas Roadhouse. The chain restaurant specializes in hand-cut steaks, chicken and "fall-off-the-bone" ribs, but also serves... Read more

Better bring a Texas-size appetite to Texas Roadhouse. The chain restaurant specializes in hand-cut steaks, chicken and "fall-off-the-bone" ribs, but also serves up heaping helpings of complementary sides like steak fries and baked beans, with satisfying appetizers like the Cactus Blossom fried onion. Wash it down with a "mug-o... Read More

Frisch's Big Boy

South

Frisch's originated in Cincinnati in 1905, and their famous double-decker Big Boy sandwich was born in 1946. Likewise, Frisch's has been a local favorite for many years,... Read more

Frisch's originated in Cincinnati in 1905, and their famous double-decker Big Boy sandwich was born in 1946. Likewise, Frisch's has been a local favorite for many years, with staples like the breakfast and salad bars, specialty tartar sauce and pumpkin pie. Try a fish sandwich for dinner, a Cherry Coke to drink and top it off... Read More

River City Grille

South > Southwest

Located in the airport Marriot, River City Grille serves some refreshingly different dishes to travellers. While the $14.95 breakfast buffet serves standard breakfast... Read more

Located in the airport Marriot, River City Grille serves some refreshingly different dishes to travellers. While the $14.95 breakfast buffet serves standard breakfast food, you do get a bottomless cup of coffee. For lunch, try sauteed mussels or porcini mushroom steak. The Tuscan chicken sandwich strikes an unusual note....... Read More

Legends Bar and Grill

South > Southwest

Legends Bar and Grill is a friendly, neighborhood sports bar with a big emphasis on entertaining its customers. There are all the arcade games, including Golden Tee and a... Read more

Legends Bar and Grill is a friendly, neighborhood sports bar with a big emphasis on entertaining its customers. There are all the arcade games, including Golden Tee and a pop-a-shot basketball game. Even in the restrooms, sports highlights are loudly broadcasted so you don't miss a second. During the day, many patrons like to... Read More