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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Noce's Pizzeria
South > Southwest
Noce's Pizzeria
South > Southwest
Noce's Pizzeria is a New York-style pizza joint in Montgomery. They offer carry out and delivery, although there is a small dining area. You can watch the chef flip... Read more
Noce's Pizzeria is a New York-style pizza joint in Montgomery. They offer carry out and delivery, although there is a small dining area. You can watch the chef flip and toss your pizza dough, then pick from a variety of toppings to suit your fancy. For appetizers, they offer a twist on the usual breadsticks - literally. Garlic... Read More
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
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 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
Strasse Haus
South > Riverfront
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
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
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
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.
Raising Cane's
South > Southwest
Raising Cane's
South > Southwest
Quality chicken fingers served by a great crew with community values.
Quality chicken fingers served by a great crew with community values.
Factory
South > Riverfront
Factory
South > Riverfront
Factory is a European-style deli with a local flair and seasonal influences.
Factory is a European-style deli with a local flair and seasonal influences.
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
Riverfront Pizza
South > Riverfront
Riverfront Pizza
South > Riverfront
This Covington pizza place offers takeout and delivery, or patrons are welcome to enjoy their meal inside in the comfy, aromatic atmosphere. Riverfront sells a lot of... Read more
This Covington pizza place offers takeout and delivery, or patrons are welcome to enjoy their meal inside in the comfy, aromatic atmosphere. Riverfront sells a lot of pizza, but locals love the steak hoagies, too, with a steak patty on a fresh bun, dressed with any toppings you'd like, such as pizza sauce, onions cheese and...... Read More
Ponderosa Steak House
South > Southwest
Ponderosa Steak House
South > Southwest
Casual family buffet-style dining.Ponderosa offers flame-grilled steaks, chicken and seafood, accompanied by a buffet of hot vegetables, cold salads, breads and desserts.... Read more
Casual family buffet-style dining.Ponderosa offers flame-grilled steaks, chicken and seafood, accompanied by a buffet of hot vegetables, cold salads, breads and desserts. Specials and combos rotate regularly.
Sub Station II
South > Southwest
Sub Station II
South > Southwest
This restaurant provides the area's freshest cheap lunch. Sub Station's meat is cut fresh-to-order and all of the vegetables and other additions are fresh as can... Read more
This restaurant provides the area's freshest cheap lunch. Sub Station's meat is cut fresh-to-order and all of the vegetables and other additions are fresh as can be. The menu doesn't just include your usual subs, expanding to gyros, cheesesteaks and salads. Try your sandwich in the panini press for that grilled and toasted...... Read More
El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant
South > Southwest
El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant
South > Southwest
Newly opened, El Tapatio's interior feels like a siesta - dark and relaxing. You can order any of your Mexican favorites made fresh everyday. The kitchen hand makes... Read more
Newly opened, El Tapatio's interior feels like a siesta - dark and relaxing. You can order any of your Mexican favorites made fresh everyday. The kitchen hand makes burritos, enchiladas, fajitas and quesadillas. El Tapatio serves ample house specialties like Camarodes Fiestes, which is shrimp wrapped with bacon. The El...... 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
Oriental X-Press
South > Southwest
Oriental X-Press
South > Southwest
Don't even think about dining in at Oriental X-Press. There's only two tiny tables, but the place was made for delivery and carry-out. The menu contains all the Chinese... Read more
Don't even think about dining in at Oriental X-Press. There's only two tiny tables, but the place was made for delivery and carry-out. The menu contains all the Chinese favorites, like lo mein, sweet and sour chicken and chop suey. Chef's specialties include teriyaki chicken, beef with black pepper sauce and Cantonese fried...... Read More
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
Cobblestone Cafe
South > Southeast
Cobblestone Cafe
South > Southeast
Cobblestone Cafe is a no frills, what-you-see-is-what-you-get kind of place where you're made to feel like a loyal, repeat customer from the first visit. Featuring dine in... Read more
Cobblestone Cafe is a no frills, what-you-see-is-what-you-get kind of place where you're made to feel like a loyal, repeat customer from the first visit. Featuring dine in, carry-out and catering services, free parking and patio seating, the local family-owned-and-operated lunch spot attempts to cover all of the noon-time needs... Read More
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
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
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
Gold Star Chili Cold Spring
South > Southeast
Gold Star Chili Cold Spring
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
Chan's Asian Wok
South > Southeast
Chan's Asian Wok
South > Southeast
Chan's Asian Wok is a cute little Asian diner that is the perfect place to take a date or simply pick up a quick bite to eat. This establishment prides itself on its... Read more
Chan's Asian Wok is a cute little Asian diner that is the perfect place to take a date or simply pick up a quick bite to eat. This establishment prides itself on its freshness and its menu claims the restaurant will never start your meal without you. If you have trouble finding out what you want, there is a large menu above the... Read More
Bar Louie
South > Riverfront
Bar Louie
South > Riverfront
Bar Louie, located inside Newport on the Levee, serves many different functions: a hip place to get a drink and bite to eat before a movie at the AMC Theatre, a cozy spot... Read more
Bar Louie, located inside Newport on the Levee, serves many different functions: a hip place to get a drink and bite to eat before a movie at the AMC Theatre, a cozy spot to share a meal with co-workers and an after-hours hangout to share drinks with friends. Hide out in one of the oversized booths and chow down on the... Read... Read More
Pepperoncini's
South > Southeast
Pepperoncini's
South > Southeast
Food items are baked not fried on Pepperoncini's menu, which features more than just pizza, including hoagies, burgers, and salad. The beer selection features 40 different... Read more
Food items are baked not fried on Pepperoncini's menu, which features more than just pizza, including hoagies, burgers, and salad. The beer selection features 40 different options and be sure to check in Wednesday starting at 5 p.m. for beat-the-clock specials.
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
Bob Evans
South > Southeast
Bob Evans
South > Southeast
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
IHOP
South > Southwest
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
Angilo's Pizza
South > Southeast
Angilo's Pizza
South > Southeast
Just what you'd expect: Fresh pizza, wings and hoagies. It caters for events, hosts parties and delivers. Angilo's Web site has coupons available, making this inexpensive... Read more
Just what you'd expect: Fresh pizza, wings and hoagies. It caters for events, hosts parties and delivers. Angilo's Web site has coupons available, making this inexpensive eatery even more affordable.
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
Culver's of Florence
South > Southwest
Culver's of Florence
South > Southwest
This Wisconsin-based restaurant serves custard made fresh daily with eggs, smoothies, coolers, sundaes, butter burgers, sandwiches, cheese curds, pot roast and is big on... Read more
This Wisconsin-based restaurant serves custard made fresh daily with eggs, smoothies, coolers, sundaes, butter burgers, sandwiches, cheese curds, pot roast and is big on fried chicken.
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
Giuseppe's
South > Riverfront
Giuseppe's
South > Riverfront
A neighborhood pizzeria serving Covington Kentucky.
A neighborhood pizzeria serving Covington Kentucky.
Toppers Pizza
South > Southeast
Toppers Pizza
South > Southeast
The Toppers Pizza chain first came to the Greater Cincinnati area with a pizzeria on Calhoun Street, right across from the University of Cincinnati College of Law. A... Read more
The Toppers Pizza chain first came to the Greater Cincinnati area with a pizzeria on Calhoun Street, right across from the University of Cincinnati College of Law. A second location is also now open near Northern Kentucky University. It's mostly a takeout and delivery outfit, with seating for only a handful of dinners inside... Read More
Abuelo's Mexican Food Embassy
South > Southwest
Abuelo's Mexican Food Embassy
South > Southwest
In 2011, Abuelo's changed its menu, offering twenty five new menu choices. Lunch specials run $6 - 10; the new shrimp salad is a preferred lunch choice. Dinner... Read more
In 2011, Abuelo's changed its menu, offering twenty five new menu choices. Lunch specials run $6 - 10; the new shrimp salad is a preferred lunch choice. Dinner favorites include the Fajita Trio, made from chicken, shrimp, and steak. Another reason to go? They know their way around a tequila bottle. House margaritas cost only $3... Read More
Madison's Cafe & Deli
South > Riverfront
Madison's Cafe & Deli
South > Riverfront
This diner serves breakfast, sandwiches and gyros. They serve a different lunch special every day.
This diner serves breakfast, sandwiches and gyros. They serve a different lunch special every day.
Peecox Bar and Grill
South > Southwest
Peecox Bar and Grill
South > Southwest
Peecox hosts acoustic and electric bands Fridays and Saturdays starting at 10 p.m. If you like cornhole, Peecox throws a Tuesday cornhole tournament beginning at 7 p.m.... Read more
Peecox hosts acoustic and electric bands Fridays and Saturdays starting at 10 p.m. If you like cornhole, Peecox throws a Tuesday cornhole tournament beginning at 7 p.m. and you can catch a game of free pool at the Erlanger location Wednesdays from 9 p.m. to close and Sundays from 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Stop in during happy hour...... 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
915 Pub & Grill
South > Southeast
915 Pub & Grill
South > Southeast
Ft. Thomas locals love their 915 Pub. Its half-pound Black Angus chuck burgers come with a variety of toppings, whether it's the Italian (pepperoni, provolone and pizza... Read more
Ft. Thomas locals love their 915 Pub. Its half-pound Black Angus chuck burgers come with a variety of toppings, whether it's the Italian (pepperoni, provolone and pizza sauce) or the Mett (topped with grilled Mettwurst, saurkraut and cheddar). Come in Wednesdays for Burger Mania - up to 5 toppings for a flat $5. Wings are 35... 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
El Jinete Mexican Restaurant
South > Southeast
El Jinete Mexican Restaurant
South > Southeast
New Mexican restaurant opened January 2011.
New Mexican restaurant opened January 2011.
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
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!
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
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.
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.
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
Irene's Little Bar
South > Southwest
Irene's Little Bar
South > Southwest
For 25 years, Irene's Little Bar has been a Crescent Springs favorite. The food is home-cooked and tasty. Regulars order Friday's fish sandwich. The half pound burgers are... Read more
For 25 years, Irene's Little Bar has been a Crescent Springs favorite. The food is home-cooked and tasty. Regulars order Friday's fish sandwich. The half pound burgers are made with Irene's secret seasoning. If you want a laid-back place to watch the Bengals or hang with friends, Irene's is it.
