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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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
Sarelli's Catering
South > Southeast
Sarelli's Catering
South > Southeast
Sarelli's Cafe and Catering, Fort Thomas, recently added seating and space to its cafe. Sarelli's food is as tasty as it is affordable. Experience the $4.99 lunch specials... Read more
Sarelli's Cafe and Catering, Fort Thomas, recently added seating and space to its cafe. Sarelli's food is as tasty as it is affordable. Experience the $4.99 lunch specials. Sarelli's menu, displayed on chalk signs in the classic cafe way, is divided into three categories: sandwiches/wraps, salads and soups. You can create your... Read More
Cracker Barrel
South > Southwest
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
Jet Coffee
South
Jet Coffee
South
Yes, Jet Coffee is a double-sided drive-through coffee bar located in a parking lot. No, you shouldn't let that make you think they don't make a mean brew. Jet Coffee... Read more
Yes, Jet Coffee is a double-sided drive-through coffee bar located in a parking lot. No, you shouldn't let that make you think they don't make a mean brew. Jet Coffee eliminates the middle man, using direct-trade beans (they buy coffee directly from coffee farmers around the world to ensure that they make a fair wage for their... 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.
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.
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
Germantown Pizza Haus
South > Southwest
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
The Reef
South > Riverfront
The Reef
South > Riverfront
Outdoor bar/restaurant on the river in Dayton, Ky., within the long-term Manhattan Harbour development project. Open during the warm months and closes after Halloween.... Read more
Outdoor bar/restaurant on the river in Dayton, Ky., within the long-term Manhattan Harbour development project. Open during the warm months and closes after Halloween. Features include a huge dock, a pool and a gigantic covered bar overlooking the Ohio River. The menu at the Reef is huge - a diner can get anything from salads... Read More
Blue Buffalo Tavern
South > Southeast
Blue Buffalo Tavern
South > Southeast
Burgers, sandwiches and soups. Daily specials and Happy Hour Monday-Thursday 3-7 p.m. with half-price appetizers and Friday 3-6 p.m. for appetizers and until 7 p.m. for... Read more
Burgers, sandwiches and soups. Daily specials and Happy Hour Monday-Thursday 3-7 p.m. with half-price appetizers and Friday 3-6 p.m. for appetizers and until 7 p.m. for drinks. Buckets of beer are 5 for $9 everyday. Kitchen closes at 9 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday and Sunday and 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.
Cathay Kitchen
South > Southwest
Cathay Kitchen
South > Southwest
Did you know Cathay's Kitchen is the oldest restaurant on Mall Road? Try some traditional Chinese cuisine here, along with dim sum served all the time - it's on the menu... Read more
Did you know Cathay's Kitchen is the oldest restaurant on Mall Road? Try some traditional Chinese cuisine here, along with dim sum served all the time - it's on the menu and there's no cart service. Items to check out include homemade pork dumplings, Shanghai dumplings and barbeque roast pork. The seasoned salmon is also sure... 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.
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
Miyoshi Japanese Restaurant
South > Southwest
Miyoshi Japanese Restaurant
South > Southwest
There are some things on the Miyoshi menu that some meat-and-potato Americans will never dare to try. But a cautious adventure will reward you with new, thrilling and... Read more
There are some things on the Miyoshi menu that some meat-and-potato Americans will never dare to try. But a cautious adventure will reward you with new, thrilling and uniquely delicious food. Appetizer-size dishes make up much of Miyoshi's menu, including expertly fried tempura fish, vegetables and broiled bites of meat such as... 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.
Loyal Cafe
South > Riverfront
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
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.
Marco's Pizza
South > Riverfront
Marco's Pizza
South > Riverfront
Dine in and Carry out/Delivery location
Dine in and Carry out/Delivery location
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.
Kelly's Public House
South > Riverfront
Kelly's Public House
South > Riverfront
Kelly's, part of the Radisson Cincinnati Riverfront, is known for its burgers, but also offers breakfast and lunch buffets and daily specials. The lunch buffet usually... Read more
Kelly's, part of the Radisson Cincinnati Riverfront, is known for its burgers, but also offers breakfast and lunch buffets and daily specials. The lunch buffet usually follows a theme such as "Fall and Winter Comfort Food." Whether you're looking for a place to meet friends for a drink or enjoy some good old-fashioned comfort... Read More
Einstein Bros. Bagels
South > Southeast
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
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
City Brew Coffee
South > Southeast
City Brew Coffee
South > Southeast
Nestled in the parking lot of the Alexandria Center in Northern Kentucky, more than likely surrounded by a swarm of cars buzzing by for their daily fix, is this drive-thru... Read more
Nestled in the parking lot of the Alexandria Center in Northern Kentucky, more than likely surrounded by a swarm of cars buzzing by for their daily fix, is this drive-thru. They serve premium coffee roasts from all over the world, along with tea, frappes, smoothies and baked goods. It's perfect for the coffee addict on the go... Read More
Gourmet Wok
South > Southeast
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
Piper's Cafe
South > Riverfront
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
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.
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.
Fort Wright Family Restaurant
South > Southwest
Fort Wright Family Restaurant
South > Southwest
Eating on the cheap is a no-brainer when you hit up Fort Wright Family Restaurant. You can thank the Gelis family for its welcoming disposition. Your server will probably... Read more
Eating on the cheap is a no-brainer when you hit up Fort Wright Family Restaurant. You can thank the Gelis family for its welcoming disposition. Your server will probably recommend the ample double-decker sandwich, something the regulars, such as the city's police officers, can't get enough of. Breakfast is served all day, and... Read More
Taqueria El Jalisco
South > Southwest
Taqueria El Jalisco
South > Southwest
Authentic Mexican cuisine prepared fresh daily.
Authentic Mexican cuisine prepared fresh daily.
El Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant
South > Southwest
El Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant
South > Southwest
El Rio Grande serves margaritas that come in a wide range of flavors, including peach, mango, raspberry, pina colada, lime and strawberry. The restaurant boasts a giant,... Read more
El Rio Grande serves margaritas that come in a wide range of flavors, including peach, mango, raspberry, pina colada, lime and strawberry. The restaurant boasts a giant, sizzling fajita plate, and whether your prefer chicken, steak or shrimp, the food is guaranteed to please. All the burritos, enchiladas, fajitas and tacos are... Read More
Lynna's Grill
South > Southwest
Lynna's Grill
South > Southwest
If you're craving a meal like grandma would make, this cozy Covington restaurant will certainly make you feel like you're family with their friendly service and home... Read more
If you're craving a meal like grandma would make, this cozy Covington restaurant will certainly make you feel like you're family with their friendly service and home cookin'. Lynna's sells a lotta goetta, but the menu offers everything from Philly cheesesteaks and coneys to steak and pork chop dinners. If you woke up late, go... 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
Mary's Place
South > Southwest
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
Avenue Brew
South > Riverfront
Avenue Brew
South > Riverfront
The java house serves up tasty mochas, natural smoothies, chai teas and more. There's a small menu of breakfast (all-day!) items and sandwiches, too, and the vintage... Read more
The java house serves up tasty mochas, natural smoothies, chai teas and more. There's a small menu of breakfast (all-day!) items and sandwiches, too, and the vintage furniture and toys simply add to the charm here. Let's not forget the free Wi-Fi.
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
Wabi Sabi Covington
South > Riverfront
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
Pepper Pod Restaurant
South > Riverfront
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
Yesterday's Cafe & Tea Room
South > Southwest
Yesterday's Cafe & Tea Room
South > Southwest
Tea drinking is an artistic ritual. Yesterday's Cafe offers a blend of international tea, seasonal homemade food and soothing decor. All the scones, cakes, bread puddings... Read more
Tea drinking is an artistic ritual. Yesterday's Cafe offers a blend of international tea, seasonal homemade food and soothing decor. All the scones, cakes, bread puddings, quiche, strata - everything - is baked fresh daily. The new Sunday brunch is served 10 a.m.-3 p.m. There's also a monthly book club and Saturday classes....... Read More
Mio's Pizza
South > Southwest
Mio's Pizza
South > Southwest
This Mio's Pizzeria location in Florence, Ky., offers a causal but fun dining experience. The favorites at Mio's are the pizzas and calzones, including some vegetarian... Read more
This Mio's Pizzeria location in Florence, Ky., offers a causal but fun dining experience. The favorites at Mio's are the pizzas and calzones, including some vegetarian options. They've got a slew of specialty pizzas, stuffed pizzas, pasta dishes, hoagies and salads.
Bob Evans
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
Point Perk
South > Riverfront
Point Perk
South > Riverfront
This coffee shop trains and employs individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, all while serving delicious coffee and espresso.
This coffee shop trains and employs individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, all while serving delicious coffee and espresso.
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
Beans Cafe & Bakery
South > Southwest
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.
Fort Thomas Pizza & Tavern
South > Southeast
Fort Thomas Pizza & Tavern
South > Southeast
Fort Thomas Pizza is a family-style neighborhood pizzeria with a friendly atmosphere. The restaurant has two dining rooms with TVs and a non-smoking area in the back.... Read more
Fort Thomas Pizza is a family-style neighborhood pizzeria with a friendly atmosphere. The restaurant has two dining rooms with TVs and a non-smoking area in the back. Along with pizza, the menu features traditional Italian dishes, salads and appetizers. You'll definitely want to check out the Brogie Hoagie (steak with your...... Read More
Angilo's Pizza
South > Riverfront
Angilo's Pizza
South > Riverfront
Just what you'd expect: Fresh pizza, wings and hoagies. And this location is a stone's throw from MainStrasse Village - Clique Lounge is just down the street. It caters... Read more
Just what you'd expect: Fresh pizza, wings and hoagies. And this location is a stone's throw from MainStrasse Village - Clique Lounge is just down the street. It caters for events, hosts parties, and delivers. The atmosphere is sure to have you coming back for more. Angilo's Web site has coupons available, making this... Read... 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
The Pretzel Place
South
The Pretzel Place
South
Snug, quaint locale selling house-baked pretzels, pretzel sandwiches, and sweet treats.
Snug, quaint locale selling house-baked pretzels, pretzel sandwiches, and sweet treats.
