Restaurants
Find Restaurants in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky
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.
Firehouse Subs
North
Firehouse Subs
North
Florida-based chain known for big subs with steamed meat and cheese, a collection of hot sauces and its support of local firefighters and police.
Florida-based chain known for big subs with steamed meat and cheese, a collection of hot sauces and its support of local firefighters and police.
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.
Quizno's
West
Quizno's
West
Quizno's is all about fresh, quality sub sandwiches. But the heart of this chain is its undying pride in toasting pretty much everything to liven the flavors. The menu... Read more
Quizno's is all about fresh, quality sub sandwiches. But the heart of this chain is its undying pride in toasting pretty much everything to liven the flavors. The menu also offers various salads, soups and cookies if the big sandwich wasn't enough to fill you up.
El Pueblo
North
El Pueblo
North
El Pueblo's vibrantly colored walls and scenic photos of Mexico create a bright and beautifully authentic setting, enhanced by a live Mariachi band that performs tableside... Read more
El Pueblo's vibrantly colored walls and scenic photos of Mexico create a bright and beautifully authentic setting, enhanced by a live Mariachi band that performs tableside monthly. The restaurant serves up more than 100 flavorful Mexican dishes, including more than 15 burritos, each bursting with flavorful ingredients. Try the... Read More
Tandoor India Restaurant
North
Tandoor India Restaurant
North
Savory clay oven dishes and exotic curries are featured at Tandoor. Enjoy main dishes of chicken, seafood, lamb, and beef marinated in a roseate spice mixture, then... Read more
Savory clay oven dishes and exotic curries are featured at Tandoor. Enjoy main dishes of chicken, seafood, lamb, and beef marinated in a roseate spice mixture, then impaled on long skewers that are lowered into the tandoor. Sheets of a bread dough, called Naan, are slapped against the sides of the oven and peeled off when...... Read More
Main Street Cafe
East
Main Street Cafe
East
Figuring out the type of clientele that frequent Main Street Cafe is impossible: young couples, families and people of all ages flock to this favorite. Main Street Cafe is... Read more
Figuring out the type of clientele that frequent Main Street Cafe is impossible: young couples, families and people of all ages flock to this favorite. Main Street Cafe is located in an old-fashioned building sitting in the middle of town, perfectly mixing together family-friendly with a diner atmosphere. The smell of... Read... Read More
Geisha Modern Cuisine
North
Geisha Modern Cuisine
North
Geisha Modern Cuisine and Lounge flirts with Asian, French and Italian fares more Asian than the anything else. The Italian flair stands out among the desserts and... Read more
Geisha Modern Cuisine and Lounge flirts with Asian, French and Italian fares more Asian than the anything else. The Italian flair stands out among the desserts and the wine; the French, the entrees and appetizers, with a Japanese overlay. Along with generous servers and sushi aces, you'll find drinks of the Far East and...... Read More
Frisch's Big Boy
North
Frisch's Big Boy
North
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
Gold Star Chili
North
Gold Star Chili
North
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
Grand Oriental
North
Grand Oriental
North
Craving dim sum but want to get it to-go? Grand Oriental offers a dim sum carry-out menu, with items like shrimp and pork dumplings, stuffed eggplant and soy sauce braised... Read more
Craving dim sum but want to get it to-go? Grand Oriental offers a dim sum carry-out menu, with items like shrimp and pork dumplings, stuffed eggplant and soy sauce braised chicken. Prices range from under $3 to over $12, so you can pick and choose from a variety of dishes while keeping your wallet happy. They also offer a full... Read More
Donatos Pizza
North
Donatos Pizza
North
Who doesn't love pizza? Donatos is known for the non-traditional way that they cut their pizzas. Instead of cutting the pizza in the triangular shape, they cut the pizza... Read more
Who doesn't love pizza? Donatos is known for the non-traditional way that they cut their pizzas. Instead of cutting the pizza in the triangular shape, they cut the pizza so the slices make rectangles. However, if requested they cut it in the traditional way. Have another craving? Donatos als has steak hoagies, chicken wings and... Read More
Madeira Inn
East
Madeira Inn
East
A comfortable neighborhood bar that has a solid list of regulars, Madeira Inn boasts great drink specials, pool tables and darts.The lunch and dinner menus are one in the... Read more
A comfortable neighborhood bar that has a solid list of regulars, Madeira Inn boasts great drink specials, pool tables and darts.The lunch and dinner menus are one in the same, offering burgers, sandwiches, steak hoagies, soups and salads.
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
Gourmet Wok
South > Southeast
Gourmet Wok
South > Southeast
Gourmet Wok is one big room with red and black booths, lots of oversized Asian decor on the walls and a small bar located in a nook in the back of the room where they... Read more
Gourmet Wok is one big room with red and black booths, lots of oversized Asian decor on the walls and a small bar located in a nook in the back of the room where they offer beer, plum wine, sake and cocktails. The large main menu was quite over whelming, with tons of teriyaki, chow mein, duck, pork, traditional Cantonese, fish... 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.
Frisch's Big Boy
North
Frisch's Big Boy
North
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
Silverglade's
Downtown
Silverglade's
Downtown
Silverglade's is a deli/grocery store fusion, offering produce, fine meats, salads, imported cheeses, hot meals to go, wine and a full coffee bar. The Silverglade family... Read more
Silverglade's is a deli/grocery store fusion, offering produce, fine meats, salads, imported cheeses, hot meals to go, wine and a full coffee bar. The Silverglade family began their business out of two busy stands at Findlay Market (they're still there) and eventually opened locations in Anderson and downtown. Lunch is the most... Read More
Szechuan House Restaurant
North
Szechuan House Restaurant
North
Bustling Chinese restaurant with all the traditional favorites in casual, family-friendly style.You can order from the menu or do the buffet here - whatever your Chinese... Read more
Bustling Chinese restaurant with all the traditional favorites in casual, family-friendly style.You can order from the menu or do the buffet here - whatever your Chinese favorites are you will find them at reasonable prices. For a specialty, try the spicy Szechuan chicken.
Bob Evans
North
Bob Evans
North
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
Cathay Kitchen
South > Southwest
Cathay Kitchen
South > Southwest
Did you know Cathay's Kitchen is the oldest restaurant on Mall Road? Try some traditional Chinese cuisine here, along with dim sum served all the time - it's on the menu... Read more
Did you know Cathay's Kitchen is the oldest restaurant on Mall Road? Try some traditional Chinese cuisine here, along with dim sum served all the time - it's on the menu and there's no cart service. Items to check out include homemade pork dumplings, Shanghai dumplings and barbeque roast pork. The seasoned salmon is also sure... Read More
Coffee n' Cream
East
Coffee n' Cream
East
Coffee 'N Cream has is a friendly neighborhood coffee house with a twist. In addition to the lattes, mochas and other coffee drinks available, this establishment offers... Read more
Coffee 'N Cream has is a friendly neighborhood coffee house with a twist. In addition to the lattes, mochas and other coffee drinks available, this establishment offers ice cream and smoothies that are reasonably priced and always tasty.
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
Frisch's Big Boy
South > Southwest
Frisch's Big Boy
South > Southwest
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... 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
Frisch's Big Boy
North
Frisch's Big Boy
North
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
Bob Evans
North
Bob Evans
North
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
Mellow Mushroom
South > Southeast
Mellow Mushroom
South > Southeast
Mellow Mushroom is a pizza chain begun in Atlanta during 1974. Wilder's Mellow Mushroom is the only Northern Kentucky location. The menu includes specialty pizzas, salads... Read more
Mellow Mushroom is a pizza chain begun in Atlanta during 1974. Wilder's Mellow Mushroom is the only Northern Kentucky location. The menu includes specialty pizzas, salads and calzones. There are plentiful vegetarian options including tofu and tempeh hoagies, vegetarian pizza, hummus, soups and salads. Mt. Carmel and Rivertown... Read More
New Asian Buffet of Florence
South > Southwest
New Asian Buffet of Florence
South > Southwest
Asian Buffet serves a $6.95 lunch buffet offering American, Szechuan and other Chinese regional dishes. The dinner buffet, priced from $10.39-$11.39, serves a medley of... Read more
Asian Buffet serves a $6.95 lunch buffet offering American, Szechuan and other Chinese regional dishes. The dinner buffet, priced from $10.39-$11.39, serves a medley of seafood: jumbo shrimp, oysters, salmon, and scallops. The friendly service and convenient location make the restaurant a favorite for many. New Asian Buffet...... Read More
Jimmy John's
Uptown
Jimmy John's
Uptown
Oh, Jimmy John's. The epitome of college life might involve a late-night trip to Jimmy John's for one of their subs. Located a stone's throw away from the University of... Read more
Oh, Jimmy John's. The epitome of college life might involve a late-night trip to Jimmy John's for one of their subs. Located a stone's throw away from the University of Cincinnati campus, Jimmy John's stays open late - really late - serving up its signature subs, clubs and lettuce wraps. There's also a vegetarian sub with...... Read More
Buffalo Wild Wings
North
Buffalo Wild Wings
North
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,... 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.
Shanghai Garden
South > Southwest
Shanghai Garden
South > Southwest
Shanghai Garden breathes tranquility -- green bamboo plants decorate every table. You can also buy a bamboo plant to enhance your own space.If you like hot and spicy... Read more
Shanghai Garden breathes tranquility -- green bamboo plants decorate every table. You can also buy a bamboo plant to enhance your own space.If you like hot and spicy Chinese, Shanghai Garden serves a variety of dishes to blow up your taste buds. Try the Orange Flavor Chicken, a chef's speciality priced at only $8.95. If you...... Read More
Sweet Frog
South > Southwest
Sweet Frog
South > Southwest
Our goal is to create the best frozen yogurt experience you've ever had! You create your own combination of delicious, soft-serve premium frozen yogurt, then finish it off... Read more
Our goal is to create the best frozen yogurt experience you've ever had! You create your own combination of delicious, soft-serve premium frozen yogurt, then finish it off with any toppings you choose. Our toppings bar is stocked fresh every day with the best ingredients for a light snack, a decadent dessert, and everything in... Read More
Bogey's Pub & Eatery
North
Bogey's Pub & Eatery
North
Dinner, lunch and full-service bar. Outdoor seating, multiple TVs, NFL ticket and Keno. Entertainment on the weekends. Free snack and appetizer bar on game day.
Dinner, lunch and full-service bar. Outdoor seating, multiple TVs, NFL ticket and Keno. Entertainment on the weekends. Free snack and appetizer bar on game day.
Frisch's Big Boy
North
Frisch's Big Boy
North
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
Buffalo Bob's Family Restaurant
South > Southeast
Buffalo Bob's Family Restaurant
South > Southeast
Buffalo Bob's is a friendly spot to unwind and maybe watch the game on TV and have a drink. Steaks, burgers and wings are popular menu items (by the way, the menu and... Read more
Buffalo Bob's is a friendly spot to unwind and maybe watch the game on TV and have a drink. Steaks, burgers and wings are popular menu items (by the way, the menu and kid's menu are huge). Private party room.
Casa Mexico
South > Southeast
Casa Mexico
South > Southeast
Casa Mexico is both restaurant and bar, with lots of pool tables, live music and two dance floors for your entertainment. Happy Hour runs 4-7 p.m. Monday-Friday.
Casa Mexico is both restaurant and bar, with lots of pool tables, live music and two dance floors for your entertainment. Happy Hour runs 4-7 p.m. Monday-Friday.
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
Frisch's Big Boy
West
Frisch's Big Boy
West
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
Beef 'O' Brady's
South > Southwest
Beef 'O' Brady's
South > Southwest
The name might be Irish, but the cuisine is all-American at Beef 'O'Brady's, with wings, burgers, wraps and sandwiches. Order a basket of fish 'n chips or wings with the... Read more
The name might be Irish, but the cuisine is all-American at Beef 'O'Brady's, with wings, burgers, wraps and sandwiches. Order a basket of fish 'n chips or wings with the signature sauce. The neighborhood restaurant is also American in its entertainment, with 21 TVs showing the latest sports game. Take advantage of longneck...... Read More
La Badiya Mediterranean Cuisine
South > Southwest
La Badiya Mediterranean Cuisine
South > Southwest
Erlanger Mediterranean restaurant. The menu consists of variety of select Mediterranean dishes from salads to special entrees, traditional favorites, seafood entrees,... Read more
Erlanger Mediterranean restaurant. The menu consists of variety of select Mediterranean dishes from salads to special entrees, traditional favorites, seafood entrees, specials combinations, fresh juices, desserts and more. There's kefta on the menu, shish kebabs, shawarma, kibbe, shrimp gallaba, and a long list of appetizers... 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
Take 5 Bar & Grill
North
Bob Evans
North
Bob Evans
North
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
Houston Inn, The
North
Houston Inn, The
North
Family-owned for more than 40 years, Houston Inn won't leave you hungry. While proudest of the frog legs (they stay for special holiday menus), other specials include... Read more
Family-owned for more than 40 years, Houston Inn won't leave you hungry. While proudest of the frog legs (they stay for special holiday menus), other specials include sauteed chicken livers and deep-fried catfish and the famous 35-item salad bar. You probably won't even have room for dessert.
Panera Bread Springdale
North
Panera Bread Springdale
North
Panera Bread has all the fixings to get your day started off right. This cafe and bakery serves both house and specialty coffees along with an assortment of tempting... Read more
Panera Bread has all the fixings to get your day started off right. This cafe and bakery serves both house and specialty coffees along with an assortment of tempting pastries and fresh bread. Stop by for lunch or dinner for one of their soups in a bread bowl or a sandwich and salad combo.
Uncle Yip's Seafood and Dim Sum
North
Uncle Yip's Seafood and Dim Sum
North
Looking for a dim sum experience? The cart service runs from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. The process is simple: You sit down, order tea and choose from a cart full... Read more
Looking for a dim sum experience? The cart service runs from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. The process is simple: You sit down, order tea and choose from a cart full of dumplings, rolls, rice dishes and other light dishes. Or you can order off their extensive menu, choosing items such as crab, fish, fresh lobster,... Read... Read More
Bucks Tavern
North
Bucks Tavern
North
Bucks Tavern quietly opened in Deerfield Township in September 2009. It's owned by Tim Hensley, the luxury home builder, and he's used many building materials accumulated... Read more
Bucks Tavern quietly opened in Deerfield Township in September 2009. It's owned by Tim Hensley, the luxury home builder, and he's used many building materials accumulated over the years in decorating it. It's got the TV array of a sports bar, but a more upscale look with a fireplace, wainscoting and vintage fixtures. This...... Read More
Newtown Village Tavern
North
Newtown Village Tavern
North
Village Tavern and Pizza is a classic neighborhood joint in the little village of Newtown. It is a casual place to hang out for some good ol' pizza and beer while watching... Read more
Village Tavern and Pizza is a classic neighborhood joint in the little village of Newtown. It is a casual place to hang out for some good ol' pizza and beer while watching the game. There aren't many other options nearby in this quaint town, so Village Tavern seems to be a fitting name. Tuesday is dollar draft night, Wednesday... Read More
Bob Evans
South > Southwest
Bob Evans
South > Southwest
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
Aponte's Pizzeria
North
Aponte's Pizzeria
North
A family-owned restaurant in Mason, Ohio, Aponte's Pizzeria serves up Jersey-style pizza pies and much more.
A family-owned restaurant in Mason, Ohio, Aponte's Pizzeria serves up Jersey-style pizza pies and much more.
