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.
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
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
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
Hot Head Burritos
Uptown
Hot Head Burritos
Uptown
Mexican burrito chain based in Kettering.
Mexican burrito chain based in Kettering.
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
Uncle Woody's Tavern & Eatery
Uptown
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
China Gourmet
Uptown
China Gourmet
Uptown
China Gourmet is your ticket to classic Chinese cuisine in an upscale, fine-dining setting. They feature traditional Cantonese and Szechuan but can also prepare custom and... Read more
China Gourmet is your ticket to classic Chinese cuisine in an upscale, fine-dining setting. They feature traditional Cantonese and Szechuan but can also prepare custom and unique dishes for their guests. Gourmet favorites include classics, like the fresh rainbow trout or the wok-seared sea scallops. New menu features call for a... Read More
IHOP
Uptown
IHOP
Uptown
It's 3 a.m., and you're hungry, damnit. Most locations of IHOP are open 24 hours, making it a prime spot for a late night meal. This chain restaurant is known mostly for... Read more
It's 3 a.m., and you're hungry, damnit. Most locations of IHOP are open 24 hours, 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 up lots of pancake stacks, but IHOP also has a variety of burgers... 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
DuJours
Uptown
DuJours
Uptown
Owned by the same folks who've brought you Courtyard Cafe over the years, DuJours is a breakfast/lunch place serving many of the same menu items, including the black bean... Read more
Owned by the same folks who've brought you Courtyard Cafe over the years, DuJours is a breakfast/lunch place serving many of the same menu items, including the black bean burrito, the baked potato soup and the award-winning raspberry cloud pie.
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
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.
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
Wesley's Sports Cafe
Uptown
Wesley's Sports Cafe
Uptown
Wesley's has taken over the former Crosley's Sports Bar location, offering music happenings such line dancing, open mic and open turntables. It rocks bar food, too. Ever... Read more
Wesley's has taken over the former Crosley's Sports Bar location, offering music happenings such line dancing, open mic and open turntables. It rocks bar food, too. Ever heard of a Fowl Shot? That's marinated chicken breast on a hoagie bun.Happy hour is Monday-Friday 4-7 p.m., when drinks and wings are cheaper. Drink specials... Read More
Dana Gardens
Uptown
Dana Gardens
Uptown
Dana Gardens, or more affectionately known as 'Dana's,' is a popular hangout for Xavier University's students, faculty and alumni. The perfect place to take in a... Read more
Dana Gardens, or more affectionately known as 'Dana's,' is a popular hangout for Xavier University's students, faculty and alumni. The perfect place to take in a basketball game and share the collegiate spirit, Dana's serves up food such as the 'U.C. Sucks Mett,' a mettwurst served on two pieces of toast, the 'Muskie Burger... 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
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.
Dive Bar
Uptown
Dive Bar
Uptown
Come to this cool but casual bar for domestic and craft beers at good prices and a hot dog menu by Flop Johnson's. Free wifi, pool and darts, and dj sets keep up the fun... Read more
Come to this cool but casual bar for domestic and craft beers at good prices and a hot dog menu by Flop Johnson's. Free wifi, pool and darts, and dj sets keep up the fun for you while you hang out with the neighborhood crowd.Flop Johnson's, located inside Dive Bar, features one-of-a-kind "Dogwiches," homemade vegan chili and... Read More
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!
Pilot Inn
Uptown
Pilot Inn
Uptown
Calling all dive bar lovers! (Or anyone who wants an evening free from flashing lights, booming techno, overpriced cocktails and fancy furniture.) The Pilot Inn, one of... Read more
Calling all dive bar lovers! (Or anyone who wants an evening free from flashing lights, booming techno, overpriced cocktails and fancy furniture.) The Pilot Inn, one of the more famous dive bars in town, offers up a refreshing dose of simplicity. Ice-cold bottled domestics, greasy food served on Styrofoam plates, TVs tuned to... 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
The Coffee Shop on Madison
Uptown
The Coffee Shop on Madison
Uptown
The Coffee Shop on Madison is a cute, welcoming little place. In addition to fair trade and organic coffee, they've also got soups, sandwiches, bagels, Belgium waffles and... Read more
The Coffee Shop on Madison is a cute, welcoming little place. In addition to fair trade and organic coffee, they've also got soups, sandwiches, bagels, Belgium waffles and baked goods including Zingerman's Brownies, coffee cakes and American Spoon jam. The gorgeous back garden is a great place to gather with friends on a warm... Read More
Mio's Pizza
Uptown
Mio's Pizza
Uptown
Conveniently located in the heart of downtown Mariemont, this Mio's restaurant is a 'mont favorite. The pizzeria features an assortment of menu options highlighted by... Read more
Conveniently located in the heart of downtown Mariemont, this Mio's restaurant is a 'mont favorite. The pizzeria features an assortment of menu options highlighted by their pizzas, calzones and hoagies.
Bagel Brothers
Uptown
Bagel Brothers
Uptown
Sandwiched between Papa Dino's and an art supply store, Bagel Brothers in Corryville offers a quick breakfast or lunch stop for University of Cincinnati students and staff... Read more
Sandwiched between Papa Dino's and an art supply store, Bagel Brothers in Corryville offers a quick breakfast or lunch stop for University of Cincinnati students and staff. Obviously known for its bagels, it also offers muffins, salads, croissant and bagel sandwiches and specialty cream cheeses. The chicken salad always gets... Read More