Find Restaurants in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky (South Region)

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

Smokey Bones Bar and Fire Grill

South > Southwest

One of the most successful BBQ chains featuring ribs and pulled pork. Offers a friendly atmosphere plus plenty of TVs for sports viewing.

One of the most successful BBQ chains featuring ribs and pulled pork. Offers a friendly atmosphere plus plenty of TVs for sports viewing.

Skids Bar and Grill

South > Southwest

Skids Bar and Grill has a full menu, DJ Tony every Tuesday and Wednesday night and live music every Friday and Saturday.

Skids Bar and Grill has a full menu, DJ Tony every Tuesday and Wednesday night and live music every Friday and Saturday.

The Winds Coffee and Cafe

South > Southwest

The Winds Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, emphasizing gourmet sandwiches such as a Rueben, a Cuban and home-roasted roast beef. There is homemade soup every... Read more

The Winds Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, emphasizing gourmet sandwiches such as a Rueben, a Cuban and home-roasted roast beef. There is homemade soup every day and specials such as herb-crusted pork tenderloin, lasagna and meat loaf. At breakfast, there's coffee and pastries, quiche and yogurt parfait.

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.

Mary's Place

South > Southwest

Since 1992, Mary's Place has been serving home-cooked meals in a laid-back, relaxing atmosphere on Dixie Highway. Mary's is locally renowned for breakfast served all day.... Read more

Since 1992, Mary's Place has been serving home-cooked meals in a laid-back, relaxing atmosphere on Dixie Highway. Mary's is locally renowned for breakfast served all day. Try Uncle John's Goetta Omlette served with home fries. The Big Walt Double Cheeseburger is made from seasoned fresh beef. Mary's serves changing lunch and... 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.

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

Beans Cafe & Bakery

South > Southwest

This cute cafe offers breakfast and lunch items including fresh donuts, bagels, muffins, wraps and sandwiches made with all-natural deli meats and cheeses, salads, soup... Read more

This cute cafe offers breakfast and lunch items including fresh donuts, bagels, muffins, wraps and sandwiches made with all-natural deli meats and cheeses, salads, soup and even hand-dipped UDF ice cream.

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

Chipotle

South > Southwest

Burritos, bowls, and rolls made with farm fresh ingredients.

Burritos, bowls, and rolls made with farm fresh ingredients.

Einstein Bros. Bagels

South > Southeast

Einstein Bros Bagels wrote the book on bagels! But we didn't just stop there; Einstein Bros also boasts some of the best coffee... Read more

Einstein Bros Bagels wrote the book on bagels! But we didn't just stop there; Einstein Bros also boasts some of the best coffee & espresso - famously known as our Darn Good Coffee® - deli sandwiches, breakfast egg sandwiches, lunch catering, and delicious baked snacks and sweets. Watching what you eat? Then you came to the... Read More

Max and Erma's Restaurants

South > Southwest

Max and Erma's offers casual dining for everyone - there's a fully-stocked bar for adults and an ice cream sundae bar for the young at heart. Warm up with the tortilla... Read more

Max and Erma's offers casual dining for everyone - there's a fully-stocked bar for adults and an ice cream sundae bar for the young at heart. Warm up with the tortilla soup, or fill up on fried shrimp with an ice cold sangria. The restaurant serves lots of big burgers, including the Garbage Burger, with bacon, several types of... Read More

Strikers Grill & Bar

South > Southwest

Strikers is a new bar and grill in Florence. The kitchen serves the popular Colby Fries and Striker Burger, homemade soups and salads, wings, potato skins, clubs, chicken... Read more

Strikers is a new bar and grill in Florence. The kitchen serves the popular Colby Fries and Striker Burger, homemade soups and salads, wings, potato skins, clubs, chicken and fish. Entertainment includes trivia night on Tuesdays, karaoke on Wednesdays and a DJ Thirsty Thursdays with 40 cent wings and $1 drafts.

J. Gumbo's

South > Southeast

This Cajun and creole chain offers jambalaya, etouffee and of course, gumbo.

This Cajun and creole chain offers jambalaya, etouffee and of course, gumbo.

Hot Head Burritos

South > Southwest

Mexican burrito chain based in Kettering.

Mexican burrito chain based in Kettering.

Wynner's Cup Cafe

South > Riverfront

Bob Evans

South > Riverfront

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

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

LaRosa's Pizzeria

South > Southwest

Locally-owned Cincinnati original serving pizza, calzones, and other Italian treats.

Locally-owned Cincinnati original serving pizza, calzones, and other Italian treats.

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

Bistro 737

South > Southwest

You'll find the Bistro 737 inside Florence's Hilton Cincinnati Airport. The Blue Martini bar evokes the Roaring Twenties. If you like steak, the bistro serves hand-cut... Read more

You'll find the Bistro 737 inside Florence's Hilton Cincinnati Airport. The Blue Martini bar evokes the Roaring Twenties. If you like steak, the bistro serves hand-cut selections priced between $14 and $26. If you like seafood, you can choose salmon, shrimp, tuna or other ocean catches prepared to your specifications.

Loyal Cafe

South > Riverfront

Show your loyalty to Bellevue, Ky., neighborhood bars and stop by this watering hole on Foote Avenue. You know the feeling you get when walking into a small-town bar and... Read more

Show your loyalty to Bellevue, Ky., neighborhood bars and stop by this watering hole on Foote Avenue. You know the feeling you get when walking into a small-town bar and everyone, including the bartender, gives you the look-over? Well, that doesn't happen at Loyal Cafe. Here, the feelings are friendly and the drinks are cheap... Read More

Longhorn Steakhouse

South > Southwest

Longhorn Steakhouse offers a casual, upbeat, family-friendly, Western-themed environment with efficient service. Longhorn has been grilling steaks for over 25 years and... Read more

Longhorn Steakhouse offers a casual, upbeat, family-friendly, Western-themed environment with efficient service. Longhorn has been grilling steaks for over 25 years and serving them up country-style.Features great steaks, chicken, wings, seafood, ribs, chops, burgers and sandwiches, salads and desserts.

Stringtown Bar & Grill

South > Southwest

A Northern Kentucky dining fixture, Stringtown is always filled with regulars and locals.

A Northern Kentucky dining fixture, Stringtown is always filled with regulars and locals.

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

Servatii Pastry Shop & Deli

South > Southwest

Just the name conjurs up legendary sweet treats from this venerable, 4th generation hometown favorite. Some locations are pastry shops only, while others have deli... Read more

Just the name conjurs up legendary sweet treats from this venerable, 4th generation hometown favorite. Some locations are pastry shops only, while others have deli services and all offer at least a few tables and chairs for eating-in. There's a full cafe at the Beechmont/8 Mile location. Servatii's is bright, friendly and...... Read More

Germantown Pizza Haus

South > Southwest

Considering the name of this casual, neighborhood restaurant, it shouldn't surprise you that the menu has room for a pizza featuring both sauerkraut and sausage. Don't... Read more

Considering the name of this casual, neighborhood restaurant, it shouldn't surprise you that the menu has room for a pizza featuring both sauerkraut and sausage. Don't fret if you like your pizza prepared traditionally though: their deluxe and meat themed pies are among their most popular. The menu also offers Italian-American... Read More

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

IHOP

South > Southwest

Most locations of IHOP are open 24 hours on the weekends, making it a prime spot for a late night meal. This chain restaurant is known mostly for its breakfast and brunch... Read more

Most locations of IHOP are open 24 hours on the weekends, making it a prime spot for a late night meal. This chain restaurant is known mostly for its breakfast and brunch items, like omelettes, eggs and French toast. Of course, they serve heaps of pancake stacks, but IHOP also has a variety of burgers, sandwiches, ribs, steak... Read More

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

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.

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

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.

Pepper Pod Restaurant

South > Riverfront

Open 24 hours seven days a week, Pepper Pod has been serving comforting, tasty food since 1952. Many locals rate Pepper Pod the best diner in Northern Kentucky. Located... Read more

Open 24 hours seven days a week, Pepper Pod has been serving comforting, tasty food since 1952. Many locals rate Pepper Pod the best diner in Northern Kentucky. Located just blocks from Newport on the Levee, Pepper Pod draws the post-bar, late night crowd. Breakfast is served 24 hours daily, making the generous omelets one of... Read More

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.

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.

Empire Buffet

South > Southwest

Empire Buffet isn't your average buffet. Its elegant interior features soothing water fountains decorated with green plants. Prices suit even the most modest of budgets.... Read more

Empire Buffet isn't your average buffet. Its elegant interior features soothing water fountains decorated with green plants. Prices suit even the most modest of budgets. With a buffet boasting more than 160 items and all Chinese regional cuisines, it's sure to please even the pickiest eaters in your posse.

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

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

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.

Strasse Haus

South > Riverfront

Strasse Haus is a friendly neighborhood bar with a German flavor and impeccable service. Stop by for live music in the spacious outdoor beer garden, or check out the game... Read more

Strasse Haus is a friendly neighborhood bar with a German flavor and impeccable service. Stop by for live music in the spacious outdoor beer garden, or check out the game -- there are plenty of TVs for enjoying your favorite sports action. The menu is filled with distinctively German items, but Strasse Haus is known for its...... 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

White Castle

South > Riverfront

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.

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.

Rima's Diner

South > Southwest

Rima's Diner is a spin-off of The Porch restaurant in Russell Springs, Kentucky, located in the Lake Cumberland area. Rima moved from Northern Kentucky to Russell Springs... Read more

Rima's Diner is a spin-off of The Porch restaurant in Russell Springs, Kentucky, located in the Lake Cumberland area. Rima moved from Northern Kentucky to Russell Springs in 1992 and opened the The Porch in 1995.

Cracker Barrel

South > Southwest

Is Cracker Barrel a country-themed general store and gift shop, or is it a roadhouse with down-home good cookin'? Yes. It's both and a welcome site to travelers and local... Read more

Is Cracker Barrel a country-themed general store and gift shop, or is it a roadhouse with down-home good cookin'? Yes. It's both and a welcome site to travelers and local diners alike. If your favorite location is crowded, just sit and rock on the front porch while you wait, or browse through the wide array of gift items and... Read More