Find Restaurants in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky (Uptown Region)

Elephant Walk

Uptown

Ethiopian and Indian classics served in a roomy, low-key space featuring a full bar with beer on tap.

Ethiopian and Indian classics served in a roomy, low-key space featuring a full bar with beer on tap.

J.D.'s

Uptown

If you like to jam out and listen to people belt it out J.D.'s is the place for you. There's always music cranking out of the jukebox and every Friday people showcase... Read more

If you like to jam out and listen to people belt it out J.D.'s is the place for you. There's always music cranking out of the jukebox and every Friday people showcase their talents for karaoke. The specialty for this restaurant is the double-decker J.D. burger.

Tickle Pickle

Uptown

Burgers named after rock 'n roll legends plus sides, shakes, beer, and desserts in a cozy space.

Burgers named after rock 'n roll legends plus sides, shakes, beer, and desserts in a cozy space.

Buca di Beppo

Uptown

It's hard not to have a good time here, especially with a big crowd. In fact, the bigger the better. This Italian restaurant serves its meals family-style. That means you... Read more

It's hard not to have a good time here, especially with a big crowd. In fact, the bigger the better. This Italian restaurant serves its meals family-style. That means you order a lot of different dishes and share. (You do have the option of being selfish and ordering a single-portion size, but that's really not as much fun... Read More

J. Alexander's

Uptown

This elegantly designed steakhouse inside the Rookwood Commons shopping center prides itself on upscale, yet casual dining with an air of professionalism throughout. It's... Read more

This elegantly designed steakhouse inside the Rookwood Commons shopping center prides itself on upscale, yet casual dining with an air of professionalism throughout. It's contemporary in design and cuisine, which makes for a nice evening after a long day of shopping. Make sure to sit on the patio if it's a nice day.

O'Bryon's Bar & Grill

Uptown

Classic pub grub in a casual, brick-lined space with 2 full bars, a party room, and a rooftop patio.

Classic pub grub in a casual, brick-lined space with 2 full bars, a party room, and a rooftop patio.

The Weekly Juicery

Uptown

USDA Ceritfied Organic cold-pressed juice bar featuring raw juices, superfood smoothies, and delicious raw foods.  

USDA Ceritfied Organic cold-pressed juice bar featuring raw juices, superfood smoothies, and delicious raw foods.  

Sleepy Bee Cafe

Uptown

Sleepy Bee Café is a gathering place that serves locally sourced breakfast, brunch and lunch, made from food that tastes, makes you feel and is - good. Welcome!

Sleepy Bee Café is a gathering place that serves locally sourced breakfast, brunch and lunch, made from food that tastes, makes you feel and is - good. Welcome!

Bones' Burgers

Uptown

Local grass-fed black angus burgers and grilled cheese. 

Local grass-fed black angus burgers and grilled cheese. 

Forno Osteria + Bar

Uptown

Bustling, light-filled option for rustic Italian entrees and pizza plus wine and craft cocktails.

Bustling, light-filled option for rustic Italian entrees and pizza plus wine and craft cocktails.

Lookout Joe Mount Lookout Coffee Roasters

Uptown

If you are looking for a place to grab a cup of freshly roasted coffee and kick back for some friendly conversation, Lookout Joe Mount Lookout Coffee Roasters is the spot... Read more

If you are looking for a place to grab a cup of freshly roasted coffee and kick back for some friendly conversation, Lookout Joe Mount Lookout Coffee Roasters is the spot for you. This coffee house takes pride in the freshness of its coffee, roasting small batches of beans in a Probat L12 coffee roaster, which is prominently... Read More

The Brew House

Uptown

Laid-back tavern serving pub fare such as burgers and meatloaf, as well as craft brews and cocktails.

Laid-back tavern serving pub fare such as burgers and meatloaf, as well as craft brews and cocktails.

The Echo

Uptown

Opened in 1945, this neighborhood fixture offers ample portions of comfort food plus a full bar.

Taste of Belgium

Uptown

Spacious bistro serving Belgian cuisine, from waffles to moules frites, plus local and Belgian brews.

Spacious bistro serving Belgian cuisine, from waffles to moules frites, plus local and Belgian brews.

Muse in Mt. Lookout

Uptown

Hip New American kitchen for imaginative tasting menus using local ingredients, plus cocktails. Wednesday-Friday 11:00am-4:00pm, 5:00pm-10:00pm;Saturday and Sunday 9:00am-... Read more

Hip New American kitchen for imaginative tasting menus using local ingredients, plus cocktails. Wednesday-Friday 11:00am-4:00pm, 5:00pm-10:00pm;Saturday and Sunday 9:00am-4:00pm, 5:00pm-10:00pm  

The Capital Grille

Uptown

Upscale steakhouse chain offering classic Ameircan fare in a clubby, refined setting.

Upscale steakhouse chain offering classic Ameircan fare in a clubby, refined setting.

Northside Yacht Club

Uptown

Energetic gastropub featuring live music and unique cocktails.

Energetic gastropub featuring live music and unique cocktails.

Hang Over Easy

Uptown

French toast, burgers, draft beers, and cocktails in a diner and bar with a hip vibe and patio seating.

French toast, burgers, draft beers, and cocktails in a diner and bar with a hip vibe and patio seating.

Eli's BBQ

Uptown

Eli's BBQ started small: a booth at the Fountain Square Tuesday Market, then a weekday stand, then Findlay Market. Now they have opened a permanent location. Elias... Read more

Eli's BBQ started small: a booth at the Fountain Square Tuesday Market, then a weekday stand, then Findlay Market. Now they have opened a permanent location. Elias Leisring owns Eli's with Drew Simmons. Though in their previous stands, they did only pulled pork sandwiches, with or without coleslaw, in this spot they also offer... Read More

Starbucks

Uptown

It wouldn't be a workday without that daily cup o' joe. Take your pick from espresso drinks, lattes, tea, hot chocolate, iced coffee and cappuccinos. Starbucks also... Read more

It wouldn't be a workday without that daily cup o' joe. Take your pick from espresso drinks, lattes, tea, hot chocolate, iced coffee and cappuccinos. Starbucks also rotates seasonal holiday blends and summertime favorites, like Peppermint Mocha Twist or a cold Frappuccino with whipped cream. Sit and sip inside the cozy... Read... Read More

Delicio Coal Fired Pizza

Uptown

Artisan pizzeria offering traditional Italian flavors and using coal-fired ovens.

Artisan pizzeria offering traditional Italian flavors and using coal-fired ovens.

Ladder 19

Uptown

Firehouse-themed bar with ample beers & Fireball whiskey on tap, gastropub eats, games, and a patio.

Firehouse-themed bar with ample beers & Fireball whiskey on tap, gastropub eats, games, and a patio.

Frenchie Fresh

Uptown

Casual American classics with French influences offered at an airy counter serve with a roomy patio.

Casual American classics with French influences offered at an airy counter serve with a roomy patio.

Norwood Delite Creamy Whip

Uptown

Chili Time

Uptown

The Chili Time logo fittingly sports a clock frozen in time. While the appointments in this St. Bernard landmark may seem stuck in a bygone era, the chili is timeless. As... Read more

The Chili Time logo fittingly sports a clock frozen in time. While the appointments in this St. Bernard landmark may seem stuck in a bygone era, the chili is timeless. As the name suggests, it?s always time to eat chili ­ and that means as late as 4 in the morning. The restaurant delivers a meatier, less saccharine take on the... Read More

Buona Terra

Uptown

Gelato, crepes and gourmet desserts. Made fresh daily by hand in micro batches.

Gelato, crepes and gourmet desserts. Made fresh daily by hand in micro batches.

Rooted Juicery & Kitchen

Uptown

100% organic juice bar, smoothie bar and plant-based market aiming to offer the highest quality and most nutritionally packed living foods to our customers.

100% organic juice bar, smoothie bar and plant-based market aiming to offer the highest quality and most nutritionally packed living foods to our customers.

CoreLife Eatery

Uptown

Featuring green bowls, grain bowls, broth bowls, and made-from-scratch beverages. 

Featuring green bowls, grain bowls, broth bowls, and made-from-scratch beverages. 

Seasons 52

Uptown

Rotating menu of seasonal American dishes alongside international wines in an upscale setting.

Rotating menu of seasonal American dishes alongside international wines in an upscale setting.

Streetpops

Uptown

Small batch gourmet pops in some crazy flavors. Stop in at one of three locations or find them at area farmers markets and festivals.

Small batch gourmet pops in some crazy flavors. Stop in at one of three locations or find them at area farmers markets and festivals.

China Kitchen

Uptown

For a quick and easy bite before going to a movie at the Esquire, stop at China Kitchen for traditional Chinese fare that is warm, wonderful and fast to your plate. You... Read more

For a quick and easy bite before going to a movie at the Esquire, stop at China Kitchen for traditional Chinese fare that is warm, wonderful and fast to your plate. You won't even miss the coming attractions!

Dojo Gelato

Uptown

Gelato, ice cream, and coffee shop now open in Northside (originally in Findlay Market).

Gelato, ice cream, and coffee shop now open in Northside (originally in Findlay Market).

El Camino Latin Street Food

Uptown

Latin-inspired restaurant with a focus on street food for people to grab and go.

Latin-inspired restaurant with a focus on street food for people to grab and go.

Oriental Wok

Uptown

This new addition to the Wong family's landmark Chinese restaurant since 1977 is located in the Regency Tower condo building. Enjoy specialties like the spicy Volcano... Read more

This new addition to the Wong family's landmark Chinese restaurant since 1977 is located in the Regency Tower condo building. Enjoy specialties like the spicy Volcano Chicken or the Seafood Wor Bar with shrimp, lobster, scallops and fish. They serve plenty of seafood, plus your typical Chow Mein. Vegetarians rejoice with items... Read More

Cork & Cap

Uptown

Cork & Cap is a laid back wine bar and restaurant located in the historic Hyde Park Square. They offer multiple varieties of wine and beer in a relaxed atmosphere.

Cork & Cap is a laid back wine bar and restaurant located in the historic Hyde Park Square. They offer multiple varieties of wine and beer in a relaxed atmosphere.

Graeter's

Uptown

Graeter's is a Cincinnati tradition, serving up familiar favorites of ice cream like black raspberry chip and mint chocolate chip. What better way to end a downtown date... Read more

Graeter's is a Cincinnati tradition, serving up familiar favorites of ice cream like black raspberry chip and mint chocolate chip. What better way to end a downtown date then to head to Graeter's on the Square? The generous scoops of creamy deliciousness are packed with seriously big, chunky pieces of chocolate. Graeter's also... Read More

Keystone Bar & Grill

Uptown

A lively spot for gourmet bar food (available family-style), cocktails, wine, and a lengthy beer menu.

A lively spot for gourmet bar food (available family-style), cocktails, wine, and a lengthy beer menu.

Bonomini Bakery

Uptown

Family-owned and operated for three generations, this bakery offers donuts, coffecakes, cupcakes, and crullers.

Family-owned and operated for three generations, this bakery offers donuts, coffecakes, cupcakes, and crullers.

The Kitchen Factory

Uptown

Full service pizzeria and late night window on Fridays and Saturdays.

Full service pizzeria and late night window on Fridays and Saturdays.

The Bourbon Smokehouse

Uptown

Barbeque joint serving pulled pork, brisket, and jumbo chicken wings all tossed with a secret recipe seasoning.

Barbeque joint serving pulled pork, brisket, and jumbo chicken wings all tossed with a secret recipe seasoning.

Ruthai's Thai Kitchen

Uptown

Ruthai's is a little nook of tasty Thai deliciousness nestled in Mount Lookout Square. With everything from Chilean seabass to sushi to curry (the mango variety comes well... Read more

Ruthai's is a little nook of tasty Thai deliciousness nestled in Mount Lookout Square. With everything from Chilean seabass to sushi to curry (the mango variety comes well-recommended), Ruthai's expansive menu knows few bounds. There's plenty for vegetarians to enjoy as well, plus Ruthai's also has a BYOB policy.