Restaurants
Find Restaurants in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky (South 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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Mac's Pizza
South > Riverfront
Mac's Pizza
South > Riverfront
Offers over 100 beers, craft cocktails and wine. Pizza, sandwiches, burgers, salads and awesome wings. Gluten Free and vegan options available!
Offers over 100 beers, craft cocktails and wine. Pizza, sandwiches, burgers, salads and awesome wings. Gluten Free and vegan options available!
AA Pizza
South > Southeast
AA Pizza
South > Southeast
Tired of eating chain pizza? AA Pizza is a charming, family-owned restaurant. Try the distinctive Taco Pizza made with ranch dressing, taco sauce and jalepenos, topped... Read more
Tired of eating chain pizza? AA Pizza is a charming, family-owned restaurant. Try the distinctive Taco Pizza made with ranch dressing, taco sauce and jalepenos, topped with Fritos and tomatos. Or choose the Italian hoagie made with capicola (ham), pepperoni and pastrami.AA regulars request the homemade house slaw. Tuesday-...... Read More
Fort Mitchell Public House
South > Southwest
Fort Mitchell Public House
South > Southwest
Serves upscale fare including a variety of dishes from fresh salads to gourmet burgers, sandwiches and outstanding specialty entrees in a relaxed atmosphere.
Serves upscale fare including a variety of dishes from fresh salads to gourmet burgers, sandwiches and outstanding specialty entrees in a relaxed atmosphere.
Buffalo Wild Wings
South > Southeast
Buffalo Wild Wings
South > Southeast
Wings. Beer. Sports. That's what you're gonna get here. There are plenty of food options (salads, burgers, soft pretzels, etc ...), but wings are the thing with 14... Read more
Wings. Beer. Sports. That's what you're gonna get here. There are plenty of food options (salads, burgers, soft pretzels, etc ...), but wings are the thing with 14 different sauces, including Asian Zing and Mango Habanero. There are a slew of big TVs to watch games on, including six projection screens. Speaking of games -- how... Read More
Mae Ploy Thai Cuisine & Sushi Bar
South > Southeast
Mae Ploy Thai Cuisine & Sushi Bar
South > Southeast
Formerly known as China Town Restaurant, Mae Ploy Thai Cuisine... Read more
Formerly known as China Town Restaurant, Mae Ploy Thai Cuisine & Sushi Bar is an intimate little spot to grab some Thai food or sushi. The sushi menu is quite extensive and it is made fresh for you. If you're in a hurry, order one of the stir-fry, curry, vegetable or noodle dishes to go.
Blue Buffalo
South > Southeast
Blue Buffalo
South > Southeast
Heard of the Blue Buffalo? Well, it's a place where you can order the Miss Kentucky sandwich if you're hungry, or grab a beer at the bar and cruise the TouchTunes jukebox... Read more
Heard of the Blue Buffalo? Well, it's a place where you can order the Miss Kentucky sandwich if you're hungry, or grab a beer at the bar and cruise the TouchTunes jukebox. Try the pot roast sandwich, it's a popular pick.
Buffalo Wild Wings
South > Southeast
Buffalo Wild Wings
South > Southeast
The sauce on your fingers, the games on the big screens, and tall, domestic draft beers make this bar a hot spot for sports enthusiasts. The wings are slathered in one of... Read more
The sauce on your fingers, the games on the big screens, and tall, domestic draft beers make this bar a hot spot for sports enthusiasts. The wings are slathered in one of 14 signature sauces. Computerized trivia games are fairly popular here, too.Buffalo Wild Wings offers its famous wings, which are discounted weekly, and 14... Read More
Gold Star Chili
South > Southeast
Gold Star Chili
South > Southeast
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
LaRosa's Pizzeria
South > Riverfront
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.
Donatos Pizza
South > Southwest
Donatos Pizza
South > Southwest
Donatos Pizza offers a fun family-friendly neighborhood environment where people will be treated well. Some locations offer a party room, drive-through, online ordering or... Read more
Donatos Pizza offers a fun family-friendly neighborhood environment where people will be treated well. Some locations offer a party room, drive-through, online ordering or even beer.The menu offers a variety of pizzas sizes and toppings, oven-baked subs, salads, bread sticks and even dessert pizzas.
Frisch's Big Boy
South > Riverfront
Frisch's Big Boy
South > Riverfront
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
Country Inn
South > Riverfront
Country Inn
South > Riverfront
The Country Inn is your typical greasy spoon that's loved by many. There are booths, a few tables and a dining counter; the focus here is of course on simple, fried... Read more
The Country Inn is your typical greasy spoon that's loved by many. There are booths, a few tables and a dining counter; the focus here is of course on simple, fried cuisine for cheap. If you're really in the mood for some good old diner fare, Country Inn does it better than most. The breakfast menu includes eggs, sausage, bacon... Read More
Frisch's Big Boy
South > Southwest
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
El Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant
South > Riverfront
El Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant
South > Riverfront
El Rio Grande is an excellent spot for homemade Mexican food - their chimichangas and fajitas taste delicious and are ready fast. The menu is filled with cost-effective... Read more
El Rio Grande is an excellent spot for homemade Mexican food - their chimichangas and fajitas taste delicious and are ready fast. The menu is filled with cost-effective dining options, especially at lunch. Try out the popular Carnitas de Puerco, composed of deep fried pork, rice, beans and guacamole. For iron-cast stomachs, try... Read More
Behle Street by Sheli
South > Southwest
Behle Street by Sheli
South > Southwest
Serving salds, pasta, and burgers.
Serving salds, pasta, and burgers.
Amerasia
South > Riverfront
Amerasia
South > Riverfront
Has there ever been a Chinese restaurant that proffered more than a 100 craft beers? Finally, Eastern delicacies meet Western micro-breweries. There's also quite... Read more
Has there ever been a Chinese restaurant that proffered more than a 100 craft beers? Finally, Eastern delicacies meet Western micro-breweries. There's also quite affordable food to pair with the beer. Chef Chu makes everything from scratch and most entrees can be made with a protein of choice or vegetarian.
Waffle House
South > Southwest
Waffle House
South > Southwest
Since day one, each Waffle House® restaurant has provided guests with a unique and comfortable dining experience. At every restaurant, the bright "Yellow Sign... Read more
Since day one, each Waffle House® restaurant has provided guests with a unique and comfortable dining experience. At every restaurant, the bright "Yellow Sign" greets customers like an old friend, the jukebox plays a variety of the now famous Waffle House songs and associates give customers a heartfelt greeting as they walk...... Read More
Gold Star Chili
South > Southeast
Gold Star Chili
South > Southeast
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
Waffle House
South > Southeast
Waffle House
South > Southeast
Since day one, each Waffle House® restaurant has provided guests with a unique and comfortable dining experience. At every restaurant, the bright "Yellow Sign... Read more
Since day one, each Waffle House® restaurant has provided guests with a unique and comfortable dining experience. At every restaurant, the bright "Yellow Sign" greets customers like an old friend, the jukebox plays a variety of the now famous Waffle House songs and associates give customers a heartfelt greeting as they walk...... Read More
Skyline Chili
South > Riverfront
Skyline Chili
South > Riverfront
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
Velocity Bike & Bean
South > Southwest
Velocity Bike & Bean
South > Southwest
Coffee shop with cozy atmosphere. Authorized Jamis Bicycles dealer. Live acoustic music on Saturday mornings from 10 am till noon.
Coffee shop with cozy atmosphere. Authorized Jamis Bicycles dealer. Live acoustic music on Saturday mornings from 10 am till noon.
Gigi's Cupcakes
South > Southwest
Gigi's Cupcakes
South > Southwest
Cupcakes are baked fresh in store each day, with the menu rotating between 30 different flavors.
Cupcakes are baked fresh in store each day, with the menu rotating between 30 different flavors.
KJ's Pub
South > Southwest
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
China Star
South > Southwest
China Star
South > Southwest
You'll find friendly employees serving Chinese favorites, such as bourbon chicken, General Tso's chicken, and even a few Vietnamese and Thai dishes. Want it brought to you... Read more
You'll find friendly employees serving Chinese favorites, such as bourbon chicken, General Tso's chicken, and even a few Vietnamese and Thai dishes. Want it brought to you? Delivery is available, and there's also a catering service.
Red Robin
South > Southwest
Red Robin
South > Southwest
Giant burgers, bottomless fries and an unusually happy staff make Red Robin work. Try the guacamole bacon burger if you're splurging, but even chicken breasts are served... Read more
Giant burgers, bottomless fries and an unusually happy staff make Red Robin work. Try the guacamole bacon burger if you're splurging, but even chicken breasts are served burger-style here. Red Robin serves wraps, sandwiches and soup made with fresh produce. Don't forget to check out the TV in the floor -- and trust us, you do... Read More
Bruno's Pizza
South > Southwest
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
Taj India Restaurant
South > Southwest
Taj India Restaurant
South > Southwest
Along with its staple lunch buffet, Taj India offers several entrees including shrimp, lamb, chicken and vegetarian options. The Tandoori specialties are made in a... Read more
Along with its staple lunch buffet, Taj India offers several entrees including shrimp, lamb, chicken and vegetarian options. The Tandoori specialties are made in a charcoal-fired clay oven that adds a smoked flavor to the dishes.
LaRosa's Pizzeria
South > Riverfront
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.
Waffle House
South > Southwest
Waffle House
South > Southwest
Since day one, each Waffle House® restaurant has provided guests with a unique and comfortable dining experience. At every restaurant, the bright "Yellow Sign... Read more
Since day one, each Waffle House® restaurant has provided guests with a unique and comfortable dining experience. At every restaurant, the bright "Yellow Sign" greets customers like an old friend, the jukebox plays a variety of the now famous Waffle House songs and associates give customers a heartfelt greeting as they walk...... Read More
Dewey's Pizza
South > Southwest
Dewey's Pizza
South > Southwest
Dewey's is a casual place but a little more hip than your basic pizza joint. The bar features eight beers on tap and wine by the glass and bottle. Dewey's not only... Read more
Dewey's is a casual place but a little more hip than your basic pizza joint. The bar features eight beers on tap and wine by the glass and bottle. Dewey's not only serves up specialty pizzas but lets patrons watch their pizzas get tossed in the air by the cooks (they make it look so easy). There's a wide variety of toppings... Read More
El Jinete Mexican Restaurant
South > Southeast
El Jinete Mexican Restaurant
South > Southeast
New Mexican restaurant opened January 2011.
New Mexican restaurant opened January 2011.
Wings on Wheels
South > Southwest
Wings on Wheels
South > Southwest
Wings on Wheels is a chain, but it's the only one in Northern Kentucky. They deliver chicken wings, sandwiches, etc. to a lot of Boone County. The Web site offers online... Read more
Wings on Wheels is a chain, but it's the only one in Northern Kentucky. They deliver chicken wings, sandwiches, etc. to a lot of Boone County. The Web site offers online ordering as well. They also have a small seating area. Wing sauces range from the traditional mild, hot and wild to the inventive and tempting tangy garlic... Read More
Texas Roadhouse
South > Southwest
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
Chipotle
South > Riverfront
Chipotle
South > Riverfront
Burritos, bowls and rolls made with farm fresh ingredients.
Burritos, bowls and rolls made with farm fresh ingredients.
Sandwich Block Deli
South > Southwest
Sandwich Block Deli
South > Southwest
New sandwich stop in Crescent Springs.
New sandwich stop in Crescent Springs.
Midway Cafe
South > Southeast
Midway Cafe
South > Southeast
Check out this neighborhood sports bar that's a lot more than just sports. The place has history in addition to a solid wine offering and a nice selection of sandwiches,... Read more
Check out this neighborhood sports bar that's a lot more than just sports. The place has history in addition to a solid wine offering and a nice selection of sandwiches, bar food and quesadillas. Midway Cafe even makes its own barbecue and honey mustard sauces. Specials include 99-cent taco Thursdays and 45-cent wings on...... Read More
Shanghai Garden
South > Southwest
Shanghai Garden
South > Southwest
Shanghai Garden breathes tranquility -- green bamboo plants decorate every table. You can also buy a bamboo plant to enhance your own space.If you like hot and spicy... Read more
Shanghai Garden breathes tranquility -- green bamboo plants decorate every table. You can also buy a bamboo plant to enhance your own space.If you like hot and spicy Chinese, Shanghai Garden serves a variety of dishes to blow up your taste buds. Try the Orange Flavor Chicken, a chef's speciality priced at only $8.95. If you...... Read More
Starbucks
South > Southwest
Starbucks
South > Southwest
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
O'Charley's
South > Southeast
O'Charley's
South > Southeast
Casual dining, family restaurant that has the feel of a local establishment.An extensive array of appetizers, salads, soups, burgers, sandwiches, steaks, ribs and seafood... Read more
Casual dining, family restaurant that has the feel of a local establishment.An extensive array of appetizers, salads, soups, burgers, sandwiches, steaks, ribs and seafood. Also features a kids' menu. The complimentary buttery rolls alone are worth the visit.
Izzy's
South > Southwest
Izzy's
South > Southwest
A deli founded in 1901 (on Cincinnati's Central Avenue), Izzy's most popular food item is actually in the restaurant's official name: Izzy's Famous Corned Beef. Izzy's... Read more
A deli founded in 1901 (on Cincinnati's Central Avenue), Izzy's most popular food item is actually in the restaurant's official name: Izzy's Famous Corned Beef. Izzy's specialties include various Reubens (veggie, turkey or corned beef), sandwiches, homemade soups and tasty potato pancakes. Each table has vats of pickles and...... Read More
Turfway Grill & Bar
South > Southwest
Turfway Grill & Bar
South > Southwest
Formerly The Front Porch, the completely remodeled Turfway Bar & Grill offers standard bar food, sandwiches and some dinners.
Formerly The Front Porch, the completely remodeled Turfway Bar & Grill offers standard bar food, sandwiches and some dinners.
Noodles & Company Florence
South > Southwest
Noodles & Company Florence
South > Southwest
Need good food fast? Noodles... Read more
Need good food fast? Noodles & Company offers the perfect combo of speed and service. The menu's right above the counter, but if you feel like sitting down, servers keep things moving without rushing you. The wide range of cuisine - Asian, Mediterranean or American cuisine - makes & Company perfect for large groups....... Read More
Currito
South > Southwest
Currito
South > Southwest
Enjoy freshly marinated chicken and steak, fresh salsas made daily, and burritos that are tightly rolled-to-order.
Enjoy freshly marinated chicken and steak, fresh salsas made daily, and burritos that are tightly rolled-to-order.
Coldstone Creamery
South > Southwest
Coldstone Creamery
South > Southwest
Coldstone Creamery takes ice cream seriously - it's more than a couple scoops on a cone. Instead, take your pick of one of their specialty creations, including... Read more
Coldstone Creamery takes ice cream seriously - it's more than a couple scoops on a cone. Instead, take your pick of one of their specialty creations, including Birthday Cake Remix and Cookie Doughn't You Want Some. The staff takes each of the ingredients and mixes them into the ice cream using paddles. That way, patrons can...... Read More
Colonial Cottage Inn
South > Southwest
Colonial Cottage Inn
South > Southwest
The Colonial Cottage is a neighborhood classic serving American fare in a laid-back atmosphere. Go as you are for breakfast, lunch, dinner or just dessert. Colonial... Read more
The Colonial Cottage is a neighborhood classic serving American fare in a laid-back atmosphere. Go as you are for breakfast, lunch, dinner or just dessert. Colonial Cottage also does catering, and rents its banquet room.
El Rio Bravo
South > Southeast
El Rio Bravo
South > Southeast
Happy hour is Monday through Friday from 3-6 p.m. with $1 off margaritas and house wines. El Rio Bravo handmakes all its burritos, enchiladas, fajitas, and tacos. The... Read more
Happy hour is Monday through Friday from 3-6 p.m. with $1 off margaritas and house wines. El Rio Bravo handmakes all its burritos, enchiladas, fajitas, and tacos. The kitchen also serves seafood, steaks and vegetarian combos. Lunch specials, served from 11 a.m.-3 p.m., are tasty and inexpensive. You can order El Rio Bravo's... Read More
Skyline Chili
South > Southwest
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
Bob Evans
South > Southwest
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
Smashburger
South > Southeast
Smashburger
South > Southeast
National chain burger restaurant. Smashburger offers a classic burger, but shows its funky side with "BBQ, Bacon & Cheese" and the jalapeno-loaded "Spicy... Read more
National chain burger restaurant. Smashburger offers a classic burger, but shows its funky side with "BBQ, Bacon & Cheese" and the jalapeno-loaded "Spicy Baja," among other burgers. It offers Smashdogs and Smashchicken, too, the standout being the Avocado Club, grilled chicken paired with avocado and applewood bacon.
