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.
Isadore's Pizzeria
Uptown
Isadore's Pizzeria
Uptown
Isadore's is an Italian-American diner. The appeal is the afternoon Italian-American buffet, with pizza, pasta, soup, salad bar, wings, fries, meatballs, bread and a drink... Read more
Isadore's is an Italian-American diner. The appeal is the afternoon Italian-American buffet, with pizza, pasta, soup, salad bar, wings, fries, meatballs, bread and a drink. They also have a regular menu of pasta meals, pizza, salads, hoagies, shrimp, chicken, plus a bunch of side items.
Taco Casa
Uptown
Taco Casa
Uptown
Taco Casa is Cincinnati's classic taco place. The Hyde Park location has a great patio area to enjoy on those warm summer days. The taco salad is by far the most popular... Read more
Taco Casa is Cincinnati's classic taco place. The Hyde Park location has a great patio area to enjoy on those warm summer days. The taco salad is by far the most popular item but menu choices include quesadillas, burritos, tacos, enchiladas and nachos.
Gordo's Pub and Grill
Uptown
Gordo's Pub and Grill
Uptown
When you think of sports bar food, the words "fried" and "cheesy" usually come to mind. But at Gordo's, you can get a Jean-Robert burger, thanks to owner Gordo, who used... Read more
When you think of sports bar food, the words "fried" and "cheesy" usually come to mind. But at Gordo's, you can get a Jean-Robert burger, thanks to owner Gordo, who used to be chef de cuisine for the Jean-Robert Restaurant Group. Gordo's gives off a sports bar vibe with an upscale feel. Don't worry, there are still TVs to watch... Read More
Giminetti Baking Company
Uptown
Giminetti Baking Company
Uptown
Both Giminetti's food and service are absolutely delightful. This Walnut Hills bakery offers lots of baked goods and a variety of tasty sandwiches, soups and salads,... Read more
Both Giminetti's food and service are absolutely delightful. This Walnut Hills bakery offers lots of baked goods and a variety of tasty sandwiches, soups and salads, making it a popular lunch spot. You can get your lunch to go or delivered, or you can take a seat inside and enjoy Giminetti's warm and friendly atmosphere. One of... Read More
Sugar n' Spice Restaurant
Uptown
Sugar n' Spice Restaurant
Uptown
Serving Cincinnati since 1941. Original Wispy Thin Pancakes, Huge Fluffy Omelettes, Signature Sandwiches n' Specials. Today, Sugar n' Spice prides itself on creating a fun... Read more
Serving Cincinnati since 1941. Original Wispy Thin Pancakes, Huge Fluffy Omelettes, Signature Sandwiches n' Specials. Today, Sugar n' Spice prides itself on creating a fun, friendly, comfortable atmosphere, serving the same great food that has kept people coming back for generations
Habanero's Latin American Fare
Uptown
Habanero's Latin American Fare
Uptown
Habanero Latin American Fare is an independent Mexican joint for burrito and salsa lovers. Try the Mad Max, a tilapia burrito with pinto beans, cabbage and a signature... Read more
Habanero Latin American Fare is an independent Mexican joint for burrito and salsa lovers. Try the Mad Max, a tilapia burrito with pinto beans, cabbage and a signature sauce. The Porkopolis is piled high with shredded pork, a sweet rice and apple green chili salsa. The Tofu Tango combines eggplant, tofu and corn salsa. Also on... Read More
Hwy 55 Burgers, Shakes & Fries
Uptown
Hwy 55 Burgers, Shakes & Fries
Uptown
Highway 55 Burgers Shakes & Fries has been serving up good times and great food since 1991. Formerly known as Andy's, we achieved a lot in the last 20 years, growing... Read more
Highway 55 Burgers Shakes & Fries has been serving up good times and great food since 1991. Formerly known as Andy's, we achieved a lot in the last 20 years, growing to over 100 restaurants across North Carolina. During that time, our mission has remained the same: to provide each guest with world-class service and fresh... Read More
DiBella's Subs
Uptown
DiBella's Subs
Uptown
DiBella's Subs is located in Clifton Heights near the University of Cincinnati. It's the sub chain's 35th store, and the second in Greater Cincinnati (the first is in Blue... Read more
DiBella's Subs is located in Clifton Heights near the University of Cincinnati. It's the sub chain's 35th store, and the second in Greater Cincinnati (the first is in Blue Ash). The new location seats about 100.
Cloud Nine
Uptown
Cloud Nine
Uptown
Cloud Nine is now open in the former location of Dancing Wasabi, which was relocated to Hyde Park. The sushi-centric restaurant features the same menu and prices as... Read more
Cloud Nine is now open in the former location of Dancing Wasabi, which was relocated to Hyde Park. The sushi-centric restaurant features the same menu and prices as Dancing Wasabi had.
Ramundo's Pizzeria
Uptown
Ramundo's Pizzeria
Uptown
It's hard to resist the mouth-watering aroma of fresh pizza - especially after partying in Mount Lookout when all you really want is that late-night slice of pizza.Ramundo... Read more
It's hard to resist the mouth-watering aroma of fresh pizza - especially after partying in Mount Lookout when all you really want is that late-night slice of pizza.Ramundo's offers specialty pizzas, salads, calzones, subs and appetizers, like the "Ramundough Bites" (pepperoni and cheese rolled in dough).
Aladdin's Eatery
Uptown
Aladdin's Eatery
Uptown
Serving freshly prepared, naturally nutritious Lebanese-American meals in a casual yet sophisticated atmosphere. Vegan, vegetarian & gluten-free friendly!
Serving freshly prepared, naturally nutritious Lebanese-American meals in a casual yet sophisticated atmosphere. Vegan, vegetarian & gluten-free friendly!
Buffalo Wild Wings
Uptown
Buffalo Wild Wings
Uptown
Wings. Beer. Sports. That's what you're gonna get here. There are plenty of food options (salads, burgers, etc ...), but wings are the thing with 14 different... Read more
Wings. Beer. Sports. That's what you're gonna get here. There are plenty of food options (salads, burgers, etc ...), but wings are the thing with 14 different sauces, including Asian Zing and Mango Habanero. There are a slew of big screens to watch games on. And there are some trivia and video games, too. This is good to know... Read More
The Summit
Uptown
The Summit
Uptown
The Summit is part of the Midwest Culinary Institute at Cincinnati State, so the cuisine is similar to the students who prepare it: fresh, creative, and innovative.... Read more
The Summit is part of the Midwest Culinary Institute at Cincinnati State, so the cuisine is similar to the students who prepare it: fresh, creative, and innovative. Amazingly, the restaurant only employs two full-time employees, but don't worry - the quality of the cuisine is still excellent. Chef Matt Winterrowd loves to...... Read More
Krishna Indian Restaurant and Carry Out
Uptown
Krishna Indian Restaurant and Carry Out
Uptown
Whiffs of curry and Indian spices welcome patrons into this popular carry-out, located across the street from campus. The place is small and tight - we prefer 'cozy' -... Read more
Whiffs of curry and Indian spices welcome patrons into this popular carry-out, located across the street from campus. The place is small and tight - we prefer 'cozy' - with four green and yellow booths for eating in. They offer a whole bunch of naan stuffed with everything: mint, chicken, coconut and raisins and Indian cheese... Read More
Highland
Uptown
Highland
Uptown
This venerable Corryville hangout has a definite bohemian atmosphere within its vintage walls. It's a fine place to come alone to read the paper and warm up with a... Read more
This venerable Corryville hangout has a definite bohemian atmosphere within its vintage walls. It's a fine place to come alone to read the paper and warm up with a Guinness or spiked coffee. There's also a full bar serving its diverse clientele. The Highland serves coffees, beer, spirits, pie, sandwiches and vegetarian chili... Read More
Wild Ginger
Uptown
Wild Ginger
Uptown
For a fancy date night or celebration, Wild Ginger's upscale sushi, Thai food and hibachi platters is the ultimate way for Asian-cuisine lovers to treat themselves. While... Read more
For a fancy date night or celebration, Wild Ginger's upscale sushi, Thai food and hibachi platters is the ultimate way for Asian-cuisine lovers to treat themselves. While known for its extensive sushi selection and tasty Thai food, you can also order a platter made on the spot on the hibachi grill. You might be best served...... Read More
Baba Budan's
Uptown
Baba Budan's
Uptown
Baba's is a UC institution that offers the college crowd and locals the chance to sit, relax, read and people watch in casual, colorful surroundings. There are coffees,... Read more
Baba's is a UC institution that offers the college crowd and locals the chance to sit, relax, read and people watch in casual, colorful surroundings. There are coffees, teas, wine, beer and spirits to satisfy every taste, plus a music venue showcasing with live music every Tuesday-Saturday starting around 9-10 p.m.Healthy...... Read More
Rusty Bucket Restaurant & Tavern
Uptown
Rusty Bucket Restaurant & Tavern
Uptown
Located in bustling Rookwood Pavilion, Rusty Bucket offers an eclectic menu in a cozy, casual sports setting. Dig into anything from British pub fare like fish and chips... Read more
Located in bustling Rookwood Pavilion, Rusty Bucket offers an eclectic menu in a cozy, casual sports setting. Dig into anything from British pub fare like fish and chips and the ever-popular fried pickles to American classics like burgers, wings and their fresh in-house made meatloaf, a crowd favorite. Though food is important... Read More
Proud Rooster
Uptown
Proud Rooster
Uptown
The Proud Rooster is a cozy little diner that offers fast service followed by an inexpensive bill. The small space fits the kitchen and a dining room with local high... Read more
The Proud Rooster is a cozy little diner that offers fast service followed by an inexpensive bill. The small space fits the kitchen and a dining room with local high school sports memorabilia on the walls. On the menu includes breakfast served all the time and almost any grilled item you can think of, from sandwiches to fish... Read More
Bronte Bistro
Uptown
Bronte Bistro
Uptown
Coffee and books go together like Brad and Angelina, Michael Phelps and gold medals, Britney Spears and trainwrecks. Yet the Bronte Bistro in Joseph-Beth Booksellers... Read more
Coffee and books go together like Brad and Angelina, Michael Phelps and gold medals, Britney Spears and trainwrecks. Yet the Bronte Bistro in Joseph-Beth Booksellers offers more than just a cafe latte and a Danish. Pair a new novel with some comfort food like pot roast, meatloaf, open-face turkey or crab cakes. Lighter items... Read More
Green Papaya
Uptown
Green Papaya
Uptown
With its green exterior and striped awnings, Green Papaya is hard to miss - and it's not to be missed. From the freshly tiled dining room to a fountain and small sushi... Read more
With its green exterior and striped awnings, Green Papaya is hard to miss - and it's not to be missed. From the freshly tiled dining room to a fountain and small sushi bar, the green-hued room has a soothing, distinctly Asian feel. The menu features curries, noodle dishes and other specialty sauces as well as more unusual...... Read More
Richie's Fast Food Restaurant
Uptown
Richie's Fast Food Restaurant
Uptown
You know you've driven by and been curious. The neon signs for such delights as okra, fried catfish, peach cobbler and fried chicken tempt you over and over, but you... Read more
You know you've driven by and been curious. The neon signs for such delights as okra, fried catfish, peach cobbler and fried chicken tempt you over and over, but you just can't decide whether or not to give in. Well, it's high time you did. Richie's will get you in and out in a flash and you can get on to delectably sinning...... Read More
Waffle House
Uptown
Waffle House
Uptown
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... 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
Hyde Park Pizzeria
Uptown
Hyde Park Pizzeria
Uptown
Hyde Park Pizzeria is a locally owned pizza restaurant offering lots of great pizzas, hoagies, pasta dinners, wings, fish, salads, soft drinks and desserts. You can dine... Read more
Hyde Park Pizzeria is a locally owned pizza restaurant offering lots of great pizzas, hoagies, pasta dinners, wings, fish, salads, soft drinks and desserts. You can dine in, pick up or have your food delivered.
Bow Tie Cafe
Uptown
Bow Tie Cafe
Uptown
Bow Tie Cafe is located in the hilltop neighborhood of Mt. Adams and offers coffee drinks, craft cocktails, and a variety of bistro fare. The menu includes traditional... Read more
Bow Tie Cafe is located in the hilltop neighborhood of Mt. Adams and offers coffee drinks, craft cocktails, and a variety of bistro fare. The menu includes traditional breakfast and brunch items, soups, salads, sandwiches, and burritos. Bow Tie Cafe was founded by Dhani Jones, who decided to start Bow Tie Cafe and Bow Tie Cause... Read More
First Wok
Uptown
First Wok
Uptown
Conveniently located in the Hyde Park Plaza shopping center adjacent to bigg's, First Wok is a small yet comfortable Chinese eatery. Takeout is a popular option, but... Read more
Conveniently located in the Hyde Park Plaza shopping center adjacent to bigg's, First Wok is a small yet comfortable Chinese eatery. Takeout is a popular option, but plenty of patrons also stop in for the popular daily lunch buffet. The menu is extensive and features all of your Chinese favorites, from chicken fried rice to...... Read More
King Wok
Uptown
King Wok
Uptown
A favorite amongst students and Cliftonites, King Wok is within walking distance from the University of Cincinnati and boasts Chinese dishes with seafood directly from the... Read more
A favorite amongst students and Cliftonites, King Wok is within walking distance from the University of Cincinnati and boasts Chinese dishes with seafood directly from the tanks that line the back of the restaurant. They also serve dim sum from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday-Sunday.
Cluxton Alley Coffee Roasters
Uptown
Cluxton Alley Coffee Roasters
Uptown
Cluxton Alley Coffee Roasters is truly a Northside institution - you just have to try a little harder to find it. A corner of the coffeehouse is like a little greenhouse,... Read more
Cluxton Alley Coffee Roasters is truly a Northside institution - you just have to try a little harder to find it. A corner of the coffeehouse is like a little greenhouse, with plants and glass windows. But the main reason people keep coming back is the fresh roasted coffee and the Shadeau baked goods.
Carl's Deli
Uptown
Carl's Deli
Uptown
It's easy to get caught up in staring at the houses on Observatory Road and blow right by Carl's Deli, but if you do, you're missing out. Carl's is a must-have for Hyde... Read more
It's easy to get caught up in staring at the houses on Observatory Road and blow right by Carl's Deli, but if you do, you're missing out. Carl's is a must-have for Hyde Parkers. While the pricing reflects Hyde Park's real estate, it's still reasonable considering the delightful sandwiches and fantastic customer service. Carl's... Read More
Frisch's Big Boy
Uptown
Frisch's Big Boy
Uptown
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
Dewey's Pizza
Uptown
Dewey's Pizza
Uptown
Dewey's Pizza not only serves up specialty pizzas, but lets patrons watch their pizzas get tossed up in the air by the cooks (they make it look so easy). Create your... Read more
Dewey's Pizza not only serves up specialty pizzas, but lets patrons watch their pizzas get tossed up in the air by the cooks (they make it look so easy). Create your own pizza with a wide variety of toppings. Or choose from one of the specialty pizzas, from the familiar (the 'Hawaiian' with bacon and pineapple) to the obscure... Read More
Foley's Irish Pub
Uptown
Foley's Irish Pub
Uptown
A lively Irish pub, Foley's is decorated with sports memorabilia and has a patio, weekly live music, karaoke, dart boards and a 4-7 p.m. happy hour on weekdays. It... Read more
A lively Irish pub, Foley's is decorated with sports memorabilia and has a patio, weekly live music, karaoke, dart boards and a 4-7 p.m. happy hour on weekdays. It also serves traditional bar food - nothing more, nothing less. Hamburgers, chicken wings, lunchmeat and cod sandwiches are all staples of the menu.
Bangkok Bistro
Uptown
Bangkok Bistro
Uptown
Bangkok Bistro is a Hyde Park favorite for Thai cuisine and is especially famous for its pad thai. This cozy bistro has a full bar inside, or you might want to sit out... Read more
Bangkok Bistro is a Hyde Park favorite for Thai cuisine and is especially famous for its pad thai. This cozy bistro has a full bar inside, or you might want to sit out front under an umbrella if the weather is nice. Lunch specials include drunken noodles, roasted duck curry and siam noodles. They have a nice-sized sushi menu... Read More
Suzie Wong's
Uptown
Suzie Wong's
Uptown
Suzie Wong's is a Walnut Hills Pan-Asian eatery. The inside is painted red with black furniture and fronted by a wall of windows, creating a modern, stylish dining room.... Read more
Suzie Wong's is a Walnut Hills Pan-Asian eatery. The inside is painted red with black furniture and fronted by a wall of windows, creating a modern, stylish dining room. The Big Bowl Soups are popular here, like the Hong Kong Wonton Noodle Soup. Dishes come from all over Asia, like the Bangkok Coconut Curry Chicken, Malaysian... Read More
Boomerang's Bar and Grill
Uptown
Boomerang's Bar and Grill
Uptown
The walls here are covered with sports posters, photos, pennants and the like, trying to create that sports bar atmosphere. There are drink specials during every Reds game... Read more
The walls here are covered with sports posters, photos, pennants and the like, trying to create that sports bar atmosphere. There are drink specials during every Reds game, and there are specials during Monday Night Football (How about buckets of six bottles of domestic beer for $11? And free Skyline Cheese Coneys?) There are... Read More
Ko-Sho Japanese Restaurant
Uptown
Ko-Sho Japanese Restaurant
Uptown
Ko-Sho offers more than 40 different kinds of roll and nigri sushi, many with innovative combinations like tempura vegetables and roe. It's a cozy, modern space with... Read more
Ko-Sho offers more than 40 different kinds of roll and nigri sushi, many with innovative combinations like tempura vegetables and roe. It's a cozy, modern space with plenty of seating and a red facade that's hard to miss. Keep in mind there is more than sushi: Ko-Sho offers an array of Japanese cuisine including bento boxes... Read More
Wok Inn
Uptown
Wok Inn
Uptown
Anyone else notice the welcoming tone of this Chinese eatery? Wok Inn features killer lunch specials, with everything under $5. They offer carry-out and delivery, but... Read more
Anyone else notice the welcoming tone of this Chinese eatery? Wok Inn features killer lunch specials, with everything under $5. They offer carry-out and delivery, but eating inside is pretty cool because of the high pointed ceiling, cozy wooden interior and big, bright windows giving views of Vine Street. The menu offers...... Read More
First Watch
Uptown
First Watch
Uptown
Not every breakfast diner is big on "healthy eating," but First Watch is an exception. The breakfast/brunch/lunch hotspot features fresh and made-from-scratch... Read more
Not every breakfast diner is big on "healthy eating," but First Watch is an exception. The breakfast/brunch/lunch hotspot features fresh and made-from-scratch items on its menu, including traditional eggs, omelets, pancakes, crepes, French toast and skillet meals. Healthy choices include the Power Wrap (with tomato basil...... Read More
Tearoom at the Bonbonerie
Uptown
Tearoom at the Bonbonerie
Uptown
Patrons know the BonBonerie for party cakes, but they can also sit back and enjoy more delicious delicacies in The BonBonerie's Tearoom. The artsy tea room is open for... Read more
Patrons know the BonBonerie for party cakes, but they can also sit back and enjoy more delicious delicacies in The BonBonerie's Tearoom. The artsy tea room is open for lunch, serving up tea sandwiches, quiche, sandwiches, soups and salads. Of course, afternoon tea is served with sandwiches, scones, dessert and your choice from... Read More
Ryan's Xavier Eatery & Pub
Uptown
Ryan's Xavier Eatery & Pub
Uptown
Ryan's Xavier Eatery & Pub is located in the Gallagher Student Center on Xavier University's campus, and is a popular spot to order wings and watch Muskie hoops. They... Read more
Ryan's Xavier Eatery & Pub is located in the Gallagher Student Center on Xavier University's campus, and is a popular spot to order wings and watch Muskie hoops. They have all the bar goodies like The 4th Musketeer Chicken Tenders and Cincinnati Chili Cheese Fries, plus flatbread pizzas, soups and salads. The Sean Miller... Read More
Noodles & Company Hyde Park
Uptown
Noodles & Company Hyde Park
Uptown
This quaint and hip noodle place fits in well with the other more-than-fast-food restaurants in the Oakley/Hyde Park area. The menu is divided into three sections to... Read more
This quaint and hip noodle place fits in well with the other more-than-fast-food restaurants in the Oakley/Hyde Park area. The menu is divided into three sections to represent three noodly cultures: American, Mediterranean and Asian. Each tradition has a few noodle options along with a soup and salad option. With no freezers or... Read More
