Breakfast
Find Restaurants Serving Breakfast in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky
From popular local delicacies 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, including hearty breakfast foods to start your day.
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Divine Waffles and Weck
South
Divine Waffles and Weck
South
Diner serving breakfast, lunch, and sweet wonders.
Diner serving breakfast, lunch, and sweet wonders.
B&A Street Kitchen
Downtown
B&A Street Kitchen
Downtown
Modern Tex-Mex and Southern favorites served all day in industrial-chic digs with a walk-up window.
Modern Tex-Mex and Southern favorites served all day in industrial-chic digs with a walk-up window.
Molly Malone's Irish Pub and Restaurant
South > Riverfront
Molly Malone's Irish Pub and Restaurant
South > Riverfront
Classic pub fare and lots of beers amid live music and game-watching.
Molly Malone's is an authentic Irish-owned and operated restaurant and pub located in Covington, KY, across the river from Paul Brown Stadium and Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati. Enjoy great food, 28 craft and import beers on tap and a large selection of Irish, Scotch & local whiskey. Open seven days a week for lunch... Read More
Sleepy Bee Cafe
Uptown
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!
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.
Holtman's Donuts
North
Holtman's Donuts
North
Family-owned donut shop since 1960. Every day they produce fresh-baked goods from a recipe passed down through generations of their German heritage.
Family-owned donut shop since 1960. Every day they produce fresh-baked goods from a recipe passed down through generations of their German heritage.
Biscuits to Burgers
South
Biscuits to Burgers
South
Full service, family-friendly eatery offering fresh and healthy breakfast, brunch, and evening options.
Full service, family-friendly eatery offering fresh and healthy breakfast, brunch, and evening options.
Muse in Mt. Lookout
Uptown
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
MV Perks
North
MV Perks
North
MV Perks is your 24 hour a day one stop shop to get you rejuvenated and back to having fun! We offer a variety of refreshing beverages including energy drinks, tea, juice... Read more
MV Perks is your 24 hour a day one stop shop to get you rejuvenated and back to having fun! We offer a variety of refreshing beverages including energy drinks, tea, juice and 11 unique specialty coffee drinks. Need a quick bite to eat? Our tasty menu has something for everyone. From our delicious signature grab and go... Read... Read More
Taste of Belgium
Downtown
Taste of Belgium
Downtown
Omelettes, waffles, and crepes are the specialties of this local, Belgian-influenced chain.
Omelettes, waffles, and crepes are the specialties of this local, Belgian-influenced chain.
Dixie Chili and Deli
South > Riverfront
Dixie Chili and Deli
South > Riverfront
Just like the name suggests, this is not your average chili joint. If you're not in the mood for a Coney or 6-Way (chili, spaghetti, beans, onions all topped with... Read more
Just like the name suggests, this is not your average chili joint. If you're not in the mood for a Coney or 6-Way (chili, spaghetti, beans, onions all topped with fresh chopped garlic and cheese), you can order something from the deli. Popular choices include the egg salad sandwich or the Greek salad. Remember to save room for... Read More
Ms. Cheri's Donuts & More
East
Ms. Cheri's Donuts & More
East
Family-style bakery with old school charm, serving up all of your donut favorites.
Family-style bakery with old school charm, serving up all of your donut favorites.
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... 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
Taste of Belgium
Uptown
Taste of Belgium
Uptown
Taste of Belgium, known for its waffles, has opened up a new Belgian bistro. The Rookwood cafe serves sweet and savory crepes, salads, baguette sandwiches, and Belgian-... Read more
Taste of Belgium, known for its waffles, has opened up a new Belgian bistro. The Rookwood cafe serves sweet and savory crepes, salads, baguette sandwiches, and Belgian-style entrees. And of course waffles, in the dessert and entree sections of the menu, as well as pastries and espresso drinks. The bistro now offers dinner as... Read More
Maplewood Kitchen & Bar
North
Maplewood Kitchen & Bar
North
Spacious cafe for Californian cuisine for breakfast through dinner amid wooden tables & greenery.
Spacious cafe for Californian cuisine for breakfast through dinner amid wooden tables & greenery.
Main Street Tavern
South
Main Street Tavern
South
Neighborhood establishment serving upscale bar food with a southern accent and craft cocktails.
Neighborhood establishment serving upscale bar food with a southern accent and craft cocktails.
Brown Dog Cafe
North
Brown Dog Cafe
North
Relaxed fine-dining destination with an eclectic American menu featuring wild game and martinis.
Relaxed fine-dining destination with an eclectic American menu featuring wild game and martinis.
Brown Bear Bakery
Downtown
Brown Bear Bakery
Downtown
Scratch made pastries, desserts, and baked goods highlighting seasonal and local ingredients.
Scratch made pastries, desserts, and baked goods highlighting seasonal and local ingredients.
Frisch's Big Boy
Downtown
Frisch's Big Boy
Downtown
Located in the heart of downtown Cincinnati, this Frisch’s Big Boy restaurant serves busy, on-the-go friends and family who live and work in the city. They serve breakfast... Read more
Located in the heart of downtown Cincinnati, this Frisch’s Big Boy restaurant serves busy, on-the-go friends and family who live and work in the city. They serve breakfast, lunch and dinner along with Frisch’s Big Boy favorites and special food items that are sold only at the Carew Tower restaurant.
Frisch's Big Boy
South > Southeast
Frisch's Big Boy
South > Southeast
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
Hang Over Easy
Uptown
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.
Sidewinder
Uptown
Sidewinder
Uptown
Snug, bright spot offering espresso drinks and cocktails with locally roasted coffee, plus light fare.
Snug, bright spot offering espresso drinks and cocktails with locally roasted coffee, plus light fare.
Bellevue Bistro
South > Riverfront
Bellevue Bistro
South > Riverfront
Bellevue Bistro is a cozy spot in the Fairfield Avenue strip. Soothing tan walls, a fireplace and kitschy memorabilia on the walls add to the bistro's charm. Weekend... Read more
Bellevue Bistro is a cozy spot in the Fairfield Avenue strip. Soothing tan walls, a fireplace and kitschy memorabilia on the walls add to the bistro's charm. Weekend breakfast/brunch specials, priced at only $8.25 feature Belgian waffles, Kentucky hot brown benedict and a variety of breakfast sautes.
D. Burnham's
Downtown
D. Burnham's
Downtown
D. Burnham's is located within Cincinnati's newest four diamond hotel, the Renaissance Cincinnati Hotel. The contemporary Midwestern American restaurant features locally... Read more
D. Burnham's is located within Cincinnati's newest four diamond hotel, the Renaissance Cincinnati Hotel. The contemporary Midwestern American restaurant features locally sourced, seasonal and expertly prepared cuisine, served with relaxed elegance in a contemporary space with genuine, detailed service. D. Burnham's presents a... Read More
Waffle House
East
Waffle House
East
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
Servatii Pastry Shop & Deli
East
Servatii Pastry Shop & Deli
East
Just the name conjurs up legendary sweet treats from this venerable, 4th generation hometown favorite. Some locations are pastry shops only, while others have deli... Read more
Just the name conjurs up legendary sweet treats from this venerable, 4th generation hometown favorite. Some locations are pastry shops only, while others have deli services and all offer at least a few tables and chairs for eating-in. There's a full cafe at the Beechmont/8 Mile location. Servatii's is bright, friendly and...... Read More
Anchor Grill
South > Riverfront
Anchor Grill
South > Riverfront
Unassuming American diner serving familiar chow 24/7 in throwback digs with wood-paneled walls.
Unassuming American diner serving familiar chow 24/7 in throwback digs with wood-paneled walls.
French Crust Cafe
Downtown
French Crust Cafe
Downtown
Charming cafe in Findlay Market for classic French fare, from breakfast to steak frites and cocktails.
Charming cafe in Findlay Market for classic French fare, from breakfast to steak frites and cocktails.
Bonomini Bakery
Uptown
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.
El Camino Latin Street Food
Uptown
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.
First Watch
Downtown
First Watch
Downtown
First class, freshly made breakfast, brunch and lunch restaurant.
First class, freshly made breakfast, brunch and lunch restaurant.
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
Press on Monmouth
South > Riverfront
Press on Monmouth
South > Riverfront
Airy, modern coffee shop and eatery with inventive breakfast and lunch offerings, espresso, and draft beer.
Airy, modern coffee shop and eatery with inventive breakfast and lunch offerings, espresso, and draft beer.
