Restaurants
Find Restaurants in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky (Uptown 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.
Green Dog Cafe
Uptown
Green Dog Cafe
Uptown
This environmentally-friendly restaurant from Mary and Mark Swortwood, original owners of the Brown Dog and Tink's, features local and organic ingredients. Vegans,... Read more
This environmentally-friendly restaurant from Mary and Mark Swortwood, original owners of the Brown Dog and Tink's, features local and organic ingredients. Vegans, vegetarians, and those who don't eat gluten or dairy have plenty of menu choices available. Dishes may vary by the season, but favorites include: the Green Dog BLT... Read More
Django Western Taco
Uptown
Django Western Taco
Uptown
Unpretentious eatery offering refined, Tex-Mex dishes, inventive cocktails, and live music.
Unpretentious eatery offering refined, Tex-Mex dishes, inventive cocktails, and live music.
Rooted Juicery & Kitchen
Uptown
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.
J.D.'s
Uptown
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.
Island Frydays
Uptown
Island Frydays
Uptown
Island Frydays serves authentic Jamaican cuisine, just like they serve on the Island. Swing by this Short Vine location for the sweet yet spicy jerk chicken, oxtail, curry... Read more
Island Frydays serves authentic Jamaican cuisine, just like they serve on the Island. Swing by this Short Vine location for the sweet yet spicy jerk chicken, oxtail, curry goat and chicken and brown stew.
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
Uptown
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
Uptown
Retro-style chain for steakburgers, hot dogs, and other fast-food staples, plus frozen custard.
Retro-style chain for steakburgers, hot dogs, and other fast-food staples, plus frozen custard.
Keystone Bar & Grill
Uptown
Keystone Bar & Grill
Uptown
Keystone specializes in serving comfort-style fare, made fresh daily, from local ingredients when possible. In addition to an extensive menu, Keystone also specializes in... Read more
Keystone specializes in serving comfort-style fare, made fresh daily, from local ingredients when possible. In addition to an extensive menu, Keystone also specializes in craft and import beers, with over 80 different selections.The two Keystone locations share the same menus for lunch, dinner and brunch and have similar draft... Read More
Cactus Pear
Uptown
Cactus Pear
Uptown
Margaritas and the freshly made salsa make Cactus Pear one of the favorite Mexican restaurants in town. It can get pricey, but the authentic cuisine makes it a great place... Read more
Margaritas and the freshly made salsa make Cactus Pear one of the favorite Mexican restaurants in town. It can get pricey, but the authentic cuisine makes it a great place to hang out with friends and grab some drinks and chips and salsa. This location attracts more than just the nearby University of Cincinnati students.
K&J Seafood
Uptown
K&J Seafood
Uptown
Serving Louisiana style fresh seafood to the Cincinnati area!
Serving Louisiana style fresh seafood to the Cincinnati area!
Gold Star Chili
Uptown
Gold Star Chili
Uptown
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
Camp Washington Chili
Uptown
Camp Washington Chili
Uptown
Of course you love Cincinnati-style chili! Long before Gold Star and Skyline was Camp Washington Chili, opened in 1940. The recently remodeled restaurant, on the corner of... Read more
Of course you love Cincinnati-style chili! Long before Gold Star and Skyline was Camp Washington Chili, opened in 1940. The recently remodeled restaurant, on the corner of Hopple Street and Colerain Avenue, is forever a symbol of tradition and neighborhood pride. Camp Washington Chili stands apart from the rest because the...... Read More
Awakenings Coffee - Hyde Park
Uptown
Awakenings Coffee - Hyde Park
Uptown
The coffeehouse/wine bar located in busy Hyde Park Square is the perfect location to settle in with a cup of coffee by day or glass of wine by night. You will be instantly... Read more
The coffeehouse/wine bar located in busy Hyde Park Square is the perfect location to settle in with a cup of coffee by day or glass of wine by night. You will be instantly impressed by the wall of wines offered because, well, it's pretty big. This European-style cafe features many different varieties of coffee, espresso and tea... Read More
Just Q'in
Uptown
Just Q'in
Uptown
Enjoy pulled pork, chicken and beef brisket with homemade sides like mac & cheese, cole slaw and smoked baked beans at this barbecue restaurant that started out as a... Read more
Enjoy pulled pork, chicken and beef brisket with homemade sides like mac & cheese, cole slaw and smoked baked beans at this barbecue restaurant that started out as a food truck. Or chow down on St. Louis-style ribs and sweet jalapeno cornbread.
Swampwater Grill
Uptown
Swampwater Grill
Uptown
Authentic Cajun fare, smoked foods, breakfast buffet on Sunday
Authentic Cajun fare, smoked foods, breakfast buffet on Sunday
Catch-a-Fire Cafe
Uptown
Catch-a-Fire Cafe
Uptown
Catch-a-Fire Pizza provides the finest wood-fired craft pizzas through their mobile truck and onsite at MadTree Brewing. They make their dough daily and use the freshest... Read more
Catch-a-Fire Pizza provides the finest wood-fired craft pizzas through their mobile truck and onsite at MadTree Brewing. They make their dough daily and use the freshest quality ingredients in their unique sauces and topping combinations.
Oriental Wok
Uptown
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
Cream + Sugar Coffeehouse
Uptown
Cream + Sugar Coffeehouse
Uptown
This local coffee shop owned by two African American ladies offers breakfast and lunch in the Evanston neighborhood of Cincinnati near Xavier University. They pride... Read more
This local coffee shop owned by two African American ladies offers breakfast and lunch in the Evanston neighborhood of Cincinnati near Xavier University. They pride themselves on creating a space perfect for business meetings, catching up with friends and family, and a place to refuel or to simply be inspired through the...... Read More
Andy's Mediterranean Grille
Uptown
Andy's Mediterranean Grille
Uptown
Bistro-like Mediterranean spot with belly dancers serving kebabs, flatbreads, and classic entrees.
Bistro-like Mediterranean spot with belly dancers serving kebabs, flatbreads, and classic entrees.
Streetpops
Uptown
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.
Ambar India Restaurant
Uptown
Ambar India Restaurant
Uptown
If you've lived, worked or simply passed through Clifton, you've eaten or heard of Ambar. Located in the Clifton gaslight district, this neighborhood staple offer... Read more
If you've lived, worked or simply passed through Clifton, you've eaten or heard of Ambar. Located in the Clifton gaslight district, this neighborhood staple offer authentic Indian cuisine with plenty of spicy dishes and vegetarian options. Ambar offers a casual but classy experience with white tablecloths, chandeliers overhead... Read More
Buffalo Wings & Rings
Uptown
Buffalo Wings & Rings
Uptown
Modern sports bar with a wide range of wing flavors, plus other pub eats & kids' deals.
Modern sports bar with a wide range of wing flavors, plus other pub eats & kids' deals.
Chapter Mt. Adams
Uptown
Chapter Mt. Adams
Uptown
Chill hangout with a roomy patio & covered outdoor bar, featuring pub fare, cocktails & live music.
Offers everything from burgers and tacos to live bands and DJs in Mt. Adams.
O'Bryon's Bar & Grill
Uptown
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.
Aglamesis Brothers Ice Cream and Candy Company
Uptown
Aglamesis Brothers Ice Cream and Candy Company
Uptown
This is one of the top ice cream places in town; some even say it's the best. More of an old-fashioned ice cream "parlor,' a menu is brought to your table and you are... Read more
This is one of the top ice cream places in town; some even say it's the best. More of an old-fashioned ice cream "parlor,' a menu is brought to your table and you are served there. Opened in 1913, the Oakley location has marble-top counters imported from Italy and a traditional soda fountain with stools. Aglamesis specializes... Read More
Urbana Cafe
Uptown
Urbana Cafe
Uptown
Coffeehouse serving classic Italian java drinks and tea plus global desserts.
Coffeehouse serving classic Italian java drinks and tea plus global desserts.
Terrace Cafe
Uptown
Terrace Cafe
Uptown
The Terrace Café offers a full menu with a variety of soups, salads and sandwiches inspired by works in our collection. A great way to enhance your visit! Enjoy views of... Read more
The Terrace Café offers a full menu with a variety of soups, salads and sandwiches inspired by works in our collection. A great way to enhance your visit! Enjoy views of the Cincinnati Art Museum’s Alice Bimel Courtyard and seating on the outdoor terrace during warm weather. Art Museum Members receive a 10% discount in the...... Read More
Marrakech Moroccan Cafe & Grill
Uptown
Marrakech Moroccan Cafe & Grill
Uptown
Marrakech cafe & grill your gate to morocco
Marrakech cafe & grill your gate to morocco
Forno Osteria + Bar
Uptown
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.
BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse
Uptown
BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse
Uptown
Any beer lover deserves a trip to the award-winning BJ's for one of its handcrafted brews or seasonal specials. If beer isn't your thing, try a signature mixed drink. Pair... Read more
Any beer lover deserves a trip to the award-winning BJ's for one of its handcrafted brews or seasonal specials. If beer isn't your thing, try a signature mixed drink. Pair your fine drink with some fine cuisine, from halibut fish tacos to balsamic glazed chicken breast
Chicago Gyros and Dogs
Uptown
Chicago Gyros and Dogs
Uptown
No-frills counter-serve joint grilling loaded hot dogs, burgers, gyros, and other Greek fare.
No-frills counter-serve joint grilling loaded hot dogs, burgers, gyros, and other Greek fare.
Streetpops
Uptown
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.
Cafe Mediterranean
Uptown
Cafe Mediterranean
Uptown
At Cafe Mediterranean we believe in quality and simplicity. We prepare and cook truly authentic Mediterranean food.Not only is Cafe Mediterranean's food healthy, it is... Read more
At Cafe Mediterranean we believe in quality and simplicity. We prepare and cook truly authentic Mediterranean food.Not only is Cafe Mediterranean's food healthy, it is food that you will savor with every bite. Food is bursting with flavor and nutrition, made fresh and served fast. Eat in or take out and enjoy.
Redlands Grill
Uptown
Redlands Grill
Uptown
A chef-driven, boutique-style restaurant emphasizing high-quality food and professional service. Redlands Grill, is focused on providing guests with the highest-quality... Read more
A chef-driven, boutique-style restaurant emphasizing high-quality food and professional service. Redlands Grill, is focused on providing guests with the highest-quality menu offerings supported by professional service in uniquely designed environments.
The Establishment
Uptown
The Establishment
Uptown
Newly re-opened as a family-friendly bar in the fall of 2019, The Establishment Bar is serving up yummy BBQ from Smoke Out Cincy and added more salads to their menu with... Read more
Newly re-opened as a family-friendly bar in the fall of 2019, The Establishment Bar is serving up yummy BBQ from Smoke Out Cincy and added more salads to their menu with more appetizers on their menu! Dogs are welcome on their patio as well.
Starbucks
Uptown
Starbucks
Uptown
It wouldn't be a workday without that daily cup o' joe. Take your pick from espresso drinks, lattes, teas, 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, teas, 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
Martino's on Vine
Uptown
Martino's on Vine
Uptown
Pittsburgh Steelers-themed eatery and bar serving Italian-American fare & signature hoagies.
Pittsburgh Steelers-themed eatery and bar serving Italian-American fare & signature hoagies.
Oakley Pub and Grill
Uptown
Oakley Pub and Grill
Uptown
This cozy, casual pub with a heated patio serves American food with creative twists.
This cozy, casual pub with a heated patio serves American food with creative twists.
Kabobske
Uptown
Kabobske
Uptown
Mediterranean restaurant serving fast-casual dishes that are made daily and fresh. Kabobs take center stage on the menu, along with other items like chicken shawarma,... Read more
Mediterranean restaurant serving fast-casual dishes that are made daily and fresh. Kabobs take center stage on the menu, along with other items like chicken shawarma, Lebanese-style gyros, falafel and lamb.
The Pub at Rookwood Mews
Uptown
The Pub at Rookwood Mews
Uptown
British-inspired pub with a wraparound bar serving comfort eats and pints in charming, old-world digs.
British-inspired pub with a wraparound bar serving comfort eats and pints in charming, old-world digs.
Kellogg Country House
Uptown
Kellogg Country House
Uptown
Breakfast is a favorite at the Kellogg Country House, boasting fluffy omelettes, biscuits and gravy and giant pancake stacks. Dine inside or on an outdoor patio and be... Read more
Breakfast is a favorite at the Kellogg Country House, boasting fluffy omelettes, biscuits and gravy and giant pancake stacks. Dine inside or on an outdoor patio and be sure to stop in at the attached antique mall. Don't miss Wednesday's Burger Mania, which involves piling everything you can think of between two hamburger buns.
Buona Terra
Uptown
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.
Elephant Walk
Uptown
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.
Red Feather Kitchen and Wine Bar
Uptown
Red Feather Kitchen and Wine Bar
Uptown
Inventive seasonal American cooking, craft cocktails & wine in a playful, chic atmosphere.
Inventive seasonal American cooking, craft cocktails & wine in a playful, chic atmosphere.