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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Eastern Panda
South > Southwest
Eastern Panda
South > Southwest
With a whopping 33 lunch specials available, decisions aren't easy. So if you're visiting this casual restaurant, here are two recommendations: sesame chicken and General... Read more
With a whopping 33 lunch specials available, decisions aren't easy. So if you're visiting this casual restaurant, here are two recommendations: sesame chicken and General Tso's chicken. Lunch specials cost $5.99-$7.99.
Hayloft Tavern
South > Southeast
Hayloft Tavern
South > Southeast
Old meets new at Hayloft Tavern, a bar and restaurant from the mind behind Skinny Legs and Cityside. Got a do-or-die game to catch? Sports fans are covered with six... Read more
Old meets new at Hayloft Tavern, a bar and restaurant from the mind behind Skinny Legs and Cityside. Got a do-or-die game to catch? Sports fans are covered with six mounted flat screen TVs. In a musical mood? Stop by for live rock and country Saturdays, or peruse their TouchTunes jukebox for a recorded smash. Hungry? Their menu... 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
Blue Koi Sushi & Wraps
South > Southwest
Blue Koi Sushi & Wraps
South > Southwest
Blue Koi is an exciting new dining experience focused on a simple, fresh, and unique approach to sushi and wraps. We make delicious, quality food available quickly,... Read more
Blue Koi is an exciting new dining experience focused on a simple, fresh, and unique approach to sushi and wraps. We make delicious, quality food available quickly, affordably, and the way you want it.
Red Lobster
South > Southwest
Red Lobster
South > Southwest
Enjoy the casual, seriously family-friendly ambience of this shore-themed favorite destination for seafood lovers. Usually crowded and bustling. Check out the interactive... Read more
Enjoy the casual, seriously family-friendly ambience of this shore-themed favorite destination for seafood lovers. Usually crowded and bustling. Check out the interactive website for lots of extras including recipes and fun kid stuff. There's a separate bar/lounge area...a good place to imbibe or to wait for a table.There are... Read More
Buffalo Bob's Family Restaurant
South > Southeast
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.
Family's Main Street Cafe
South > Southwest
Family's Main Street Cafe
South > Southwest
Family's is probably Walton's most popular restaurant. Owner Shelia Huffman grew up in the charming Boone County town, and employs some of her kin at Family's. You get... Read more
Family's is probably Walton's most popular restaurant. Owner Shelia Huffman grew up in the charming Boone County town, and employs some of her kin at Family's. You get made-from-scratch country cooking at Family's. Breakfast is served all day. The three blueberry or apple pancakes served with whipped cream are big... and tasty... 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
Skyline Chili
South > Southeast
Skyline Chili
South > Southeast
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... 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
Legends Bar and Grill
South > Southwest
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
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
Blackberry Cafe
South > Southeast
Blackberry Cafe
South > Southeast
Relax at this neighborhood diner and soon you'll become a regular. Try its famous smoked pulled pork sandwich, or enjoy any of the other diner classics served.
Relax at this neighborhood diner and soon you'll become a regular. Try its famous smoked pulled pork sandwich, or enjoy any of the other diner classics served.
Hot Wok
South > Southwest
Hot Wok
South > Southwest
Hot Wok features a full menu of Cantonese and Szechwan regional dishes, appetizers and soup. With $5 lunch specials and $7 dinner specials, Hot Wok is a great place to... Read more
Hot Wok features a full menu of Cantonese and Szechwan regional dishes, appetizers and soup. With $5 lunch specials and $7 dinner specials, Hot Wok is a great place to fill up for cheap.
PeeWee's Place
South > Southwest
PeeWee's Place
South > Southwest
Known for their 'best-in-town' burgers, Pee-Wee's actually offers a variety of menu items, from hot breakfast each morning to home-cooked lunch specials. They've also got... Read more
Known for their 'best-in-town' burgers, Pee-Wee's actually offers a variety of menu items, from hot breakfast each morning to home-cooked lunch specials. They've also got live music, ping pong, pool, and video games.
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
Mr. Herb's
South > Southwest
Mr. Herb's
South > Southwest
Mr. Herb's is a small, laid-back, friendly place with a hometown feel. If you haven't tried Mr. Herb's famous fried fish, put it on your to-do list immediately. Perfectly... Read more
Mr. Herb's is a small, laid-back, friendly place with a hometown feel. If you haven't tried Mr. Herb's famous fried fish, put it on your to-do list immediately. Perfectly crispy on the outside, flaky and moist on the inside, Mr. Herb's fried cod sandwich will bring you to your knees. Herb's also serves up other homestyle...... Read More
Hooters
South > Southwest
Hooters
South > Southwest
Everyone knows about the infamous uniforms worn by the chain's friendly female servers, but the wings are also a selling point. They also serve up appetizers, burgers,... Read more
Everyone knows about the infamous uniforms worn by the chain's friendly female servers, but the wings are also a selling point. They also serve up appetizers, burgers, sandwiches, seafood, soups, salads and desserts.
Zazou Grill and Pub
South > Riverfront
Zazou Grill and Pub
South > Riverfront
Located in a 1920s building in MainStrasse Village, Zazou pays homage to its history with its art deco interior. But its menu satisfies today's appetites with a variety of... Read more
Located in a 1920s building in MainStrasse Village, Zazou pays homage to its history with its art deco interior. But its menu satisfies today's appetites with a variety of pizzas, calzones, burgers, veggie burgers, wraps, sandwiches, salads and appetizers. Stay past dinner and see the restaurant transform into a lively bar with... Read More
Herb and Thelma's Tavern
South > Riverfront
Herb and Thelma's Tavern
South > Riverfront
This neighborhood bar has a very basic menu with some of the best food prices in town. But low-priced never means low quality: This Covington joint located just off... Read more
This neighborhood bar has a very basic menu with some of the best food prices in town. But low-priced never means low quality: This Covington joint located just off MainStrasse serves seriously good burgers made with fresh ground beef and cooked right in front of you. Choose a hamburger for a mere $1.75 or a cheeseburger for... Read More
Moe's Southwest Grill
South
Moe's Southwest Grill
South
Those who get burrito cravings understand that sometimes you need a little salsa in your life. Moe's Southwest Grill in Crestview Hills offers shoppers a bright and... Read more
Those who get burrito cravings understand that sometimes you need a little salsa in your life. Moe's Southwest Grill in Crestview Hills offers shoppers a bright and friendly spot to put the shopping bags down and gorge on burritos, fajitas, tacos, salads, quesadillas and of course, nachos. For lunch, try the Joey Bag of Donuts... Read More
All In Cafe
South > Southwest
All In Cafe
South > Southwest
All In Cafe is a neighborhood place with a quiet bar in back and a comfortable dining room. The menu follows a poker theme with Antes, Holdems and Featured Table sections...
All In Cafe is a neighborhood place with a quiet bar in back and a comfortable dining room. The menu follows a poker theme with Antes, Holdems and Featured Table sections.
Emerson's Bakery
South > Southwest
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.
Bean Haus
South > Riverfront
Bean Haus
South > Riverfront
Craving homemade pastries? Bean Haus employs the only full-time pastry chef in Northern Kentucky. Sara Whitman bakes brownies, danishes, muffins, quiche and more, creating... Read more
Craving homemade pastries? Bean Haus employs the only full-time pastry chef in Northern Kentucky. Sara Whitman bakes brownies, danishes, muffins, quiche and more, creating pastry masterpieces. As a vegetarian delight, Bean Haus serves a "puss," puff pastry stuffed with asparagus, broccoli and mushrooms.Additionally, Bean Haus... Read More
Knuk-N-Futz
South > Southwest
Knuk-N-Futz
South > Southwest
Knuk-N-Futz welcomes newcomers to this casual, quaint restaurant/bar. Be sure to try the schwings - wings with an attitude - or the homemade soups and chili. Wings are... Read more
Knuk-N-Futz welcomes newcomers to this casual, quaint restaurant/bar. Be sure to try the schwings - wings with an attitude - or the homemade soups and chili. Wings are priced 50 cents on Tuesday; boneless wings cost 55 cents on Wednesday. You'll hear a wide range of music from the Internet jukebox. And if you really want to... Read More
Java Joint
South > Southwest
Java Joint
South > Southwest
You can get a great cup of java here, and more, including gourmet soups and sandwiches, teas and smoothies.
You can get a great cup of java here, and more, including gourmet soups and sandwiches, teas and smoothies.
Frisch's Big Boy
South
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
El Jalisco
South > Southwest
El Jalisco
South > Southwest
Located in country-charming Williamstown, El Jalisco handmakes all the burritos, enchalidas, tacos and other Mex favorites you love.If you prefer American, try the Steak... Read more
Located in country-charming Williamstown, El Jalisco handmakes all the burritos, enchalidas, tacos and other Mex favorites you love.If you prefer American, try the Steak Williamstown. It's served with hand-cut fries smothered in cheese.
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
LaRosa's Pizzeria
South > Southwest
LaRosa's Pizzeria
South > Southwest
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.
Folk School Coffee Parlor
South > Riverfront
Bourbon House and Pizzeria
South > Southwest
Bourbon House and Pizzeria
South > Southwest
Craving Chicago-style deep dish pizza? Bourbon House claims to serve "the best Chicago-style pizza in the Tri-State." You can find out for yourself with a sample... Read more
Craving Chicago-style deep dish pizza? Bourbon House claims to serve "the best Chicago-style pizza in the Tri-State." You can find out for yourself with a sample of Bourbon House's pizza for only $2. Cooks hand roll the dough fresh daily. Bourbon House also serves appetizers, hoagies, and sandwiches. Customers prefer the...... Read More
Holler Hops and Grill
South > Southwest
Holler Hops and Grill
South > Southwest
Holler Hops and Grill has 10 beers on tap, which are rotated periodically, along with 70 or so more in bottles. The bar is owned by Trent Riley. Maria Pena, chef, has... Read more
Holler Hops and Grill has 10 beers on tap, which are rotated periodically, along with 70 or so more in bottles. The bar is owned by Trent Riley. Maria Pena, chef, has worked with Jean-Phillipe Chocolatier and at L'Auberge in Dayton, and said she's left fine dining for now to create some "uppity" bar food here. Menu selections... Read More
Mi Tierra
South > Southwest
Mi Tierra
South > Southwest
Mi Tierra is a new addition to Fort Wright, located in a small strip near Walmart. Most of the menu is under $10 and you can order a bunch of favorites a la carte, like... Read more
Mi Tierra is a new addition to Fort Wright, located in a small strip near Walmart. Most of the menu is under $10 and you can order a bunch of favorites a la carte, like tacos, burritos and chimichangas for around $2-$5. (Tip: The quesadillas are out-of-this-world good) They also have a vegetarian section with items like... Read... Read More
City Barbeque
South > Southwest
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
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.
Anita's Mexican Bar and Grill
South > Southeast
Anita's Mexican Bar and Grill
South > Southeast
Anita's Mexican Bar... Read more
Anita's Mexican Bar & Grill proudly provides northern Kentucky with freshly made, delicious food. Whether you're bringing your family for a fun night out or you and your friends are ready to indulge in nachos and margaritas at our bar, we look forward to seeing you soon!
LaRosa's Pizzeria
South > Southwest
LaRosa's Pizzeria
South > Southwest
Locally owned Cincinnati original serving pizza, calzones,and other tasty Italian food.
Locally owned Cincinnati original serving pizza, calzones,and other tasty Italian food.
Whippy Dip
South > Southwest
Whippy Dip
South > Southwest
Whippy Dip recalls the innocence of a bygone time, when children licked ice cream cones on Main Street. Located in a tiny Grant County town called Crittenden, Whippy Dip... Read more
Whippy Dip recalls the innocence of a bygone time, when children licked ice cream cones on Main Street. Located in a tiny Grant County town called Crittenden, Whippy Dip has its own trolley and serves 50 flavors of soft-serve ice cream. You can get unexpected tastes like German chocolate served with coconut and toasted nuts... Read More
Salvadore's Pizzeria
South > Southwest
Salvadore's Pizzeria
South > Southwest
Salvadore's makes pizza with homemade dough, freshly rolled everyday, and secret recipe sauce. You can create your own pizza, choosing from more than twenty fresh... Read more
Salvadore's makes pizza with homemade dough, freshly rolled everyday, and secret recipe sauce. You can create your own pizza, choosing from more than twenty fresh ingredients. Specialty pizzas include the Meat Lover's Special with pepperoni, sausage, ground beef, ham and extra cheese.Reflecting its Italian name, Salvadore's...... Read More
Riverside Marina Bar and Grill
South > Riverfront
Riverside Marina Bar and Grill
South > Riverfront
Riverside Marina Bar and Grille is open from early May until mid-November. Dave and Debbie Bricking have owned Riverside Marina since 1973. The Bricking children and one... Read more
Riverside Marina Bar and Grille is open from early May until mid-November. Dave and Debbie Bricking have owned Riverside Marina since 1973. The Bricking children and one grandchild help to run the multi-faceted enterprise. You'll feel like you're on vacation--they welcome boats to dock on the river and also offer a fuel lane... Read More
Frisch's Big Boy
South > Southeast
Frisch's Big Boy
South > Southeast
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
Gold Star Chili
South > Southwest
Gold Star Chili
South > Southwest
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
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
Maya's Mexican Restaurant
South > Southwest
Maya's Mexican Restaurant
South > Southwest
For some of the most authentic Mexican dishes in the area, try out this intimate, yet casual, spot. With signature dishes like Maya's Special Sea Food Dish, this... Read more
For some of the most authentic Mexican dishes in the area, try out this intimate, yet casual, spot. With signature dishes like Maya's Special Sea Food Dish, this restaurant is sure to please the biggest fans of Mexican food. Owner Angelo Corceco is especially proud of the Cochinita Piobil. That's marinated pork, shredded to...... 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
LaRosa's Pizzeria
South > Southeast
LaRosa's Pizzeria
South > Southeast
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.
Quaker Steak & Lube
South > Southwest
Quaker Steak & Lube
South > Southwest
No, you're not in a tricked-out car shop - this is Quaker Steak... Read more
No, you're not in a tricked-out car shop - this is Quaker Steak & Lube. This all-American joint is known for its wings and appetizers that go perfectly with an ice cold beer. Eat like you just finished a 100-mile motorcycle ride, with steaks, baby back ribs and big ol' burgers.While the restaurant is known for its award... Read More