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.
Nicholson's Tavern & Pub
Downtown
Nicholson's Tavern & Pub
Downtown
Men in kilts serve a Scottish-American gastropub menu with beer and brown spirits plus live music.
Authentic Scottish tavern and pub across from the Aronoff Center. Enjoy classic British Isles dishes and American favorites, and a large selection of single-malt scotches.
CoreLife Eatery
Uptown
CoreLife Eatery
Uptown
Featuring green bowls, grain bowls, broth bowls, and made-from-scratch beverages.
Featuring green bowls, grain bowls, broth bowls, and made-from-scratch beverages.
Blinkers Tavern
South > Riverfront
Blinkers Tavern
South > Riverfront
Cozy choice for steaks, seafood, burgers, and pasta with a happy hour scene and two outdoor patios.
Cozy choice for steaks, seafood, burgers, and pasta with a happy hour scene and two outdoor patios.
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.
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.
Senate
North
Senate
North
Senate brings its famous upscale hot dogs and gourmet street food to Summit Park in its Blue Ash location. Originally loated in Over-the-Rhine, Senate offers brunch with... Read more
Senate brings its famous upscale hot dogs and gourmet street food to Summit Park in its Blue Ash location. Originally loated in Over-the-Rhine, Senate offers brunch with menu items included eggs Benedict, breakfast burrito, and buttermilk pancakes with creme anglaise and topped with crushed cocoa puffs; plus a dedicated kids... Read More
Zola Pub and Grill
South > Riverfront
Zola Pub and Grill
South > Riverfront
Upbeat gathering spot for burgers, pizza, wings, and drinks, with sidewalk seating and frequent specials.
Upbeat gathering spot for burgers, pizza, wings, and drinks, with sidewalk seating and frequent specials.
Latitudes Beechmont
East
Latitudes Beechmont
East
Latitudes Restaurant and Martini Bar reopened in their new spot in Anderson Town Center. It's tapas-style approach to dining brings loyal customers back time and time... Read more
Latitudes Restaurant and Martini Bar reopened in their new spot in Anderson Town Center. It's tapas-style approach to dining brings loyal customers back time and time again. Maybe it's pan-seared crab cakes with tarragon, lemon and roasted pepper aioli. Or perhaps your taste leans toward fried Yukon Gold potatoes with honey...... Read More
Tickle Pickle
Uptown
Tickle Pickle
Uptown
Burgers named after rock 'n roll legends plus sides, shakes, beer, and desserts in a cozy space.
Burgers named after rock 'n roll legends plus sides, shakes, beer, and desserts in a cozy space.
Nation Kitchen and Bar
Downtown
Nation Kitchen and Bar
Downtown
Rustic-chic place with a large beer menu, craft cocktails, gourmet burgers, and creative potato sides.
Rustic-chic place with a large beer menu, craft cocktails, gourmet burgers, and creative potato sides.
Putz's Creamy Whip
West
Putz's Creamy Whip
West
Putz's has a rich tradition on the West Side of Cincinnati, as the family-owned business has been around since 1938. The walk-up ice-cream joint is located in an out-of-... Read more
Putz's has a rich tradition on the West Side of Cincinnati, as the family-owned business has been around since 1938. The walk-up ice-cream joint is located in an out-of-the-way spot near I-74 and Montana Avenue. But families flock to Putz's every summer because of their creamy ice cream, sundaes, milkshakes and more. The stand... Read More
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
West
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
West
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.
Revolution Rotisserie
North
Revolution Rotisserie
North
Rotisserie chicken sandwiches on grilled pita, salads, tasty sides, and whole/half birds. Make entrees vegetarian with hummus, black beans, or extra veggies
Rotisserie chicken sandwiches on grilled pita, salads, tasty sides, and whole/half birds. Make entrees vegetarian with hummus, black beans, or extra veggies
Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant
North
Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant
North
Upscale chain serving New American fare paired with house-label wines in a contemporary setting.
Upscale chain serving New American fare paired with house-label wines in a contemporary setting.
The National Exemplar
East
The National Exemplar
East
Stylish eatery in the Best Western Mariemont Inn for American-style dishes, plus plates to share, wine, and craft beer.
Stylish eatery in the Best Western Mariemont Inn for American-style dishes, plus plates to share, wine, and craft beer.
Jag's Steak & Seafood
North
Jag's Steak & Seafood
North
Upmarket surf 'n' turf with six mahogany-lined dining rooms, plus a lounge hosting live music and DJs.
Upmarket surf 'n' turf with six mahogany-lined dining rooms, plus a lounge hosting live music and DJs.
Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen
North
Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen
North
This seafood kitchen features dishes like shrimp creole and grits and Moroccan salmon and shrimp.
This seafood kitchen features dishes like shrimp creole and grits and Moroccan salmon and shrimp.
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
North
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
North
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.
Northside Yacht Club
Uptown
Northside Yacht Club
Uptown
Energetic gastropub featuring live music and unique cocktails.
Energetic gastropub featuring live music and unique cocktails.
Beer Sellar
South > Riverfront
Beer Sellar
South > Riverfront
Beer Sellar offers sun, the Ohio River and live music. You can choose from 60 drafts and 135 bottles of imports. You can dock your boat and pay $5 to board the riverboat... Read more
Beer Sellar offers sun, the Ohio River and live music. You can choose from 60 drafts and 135 bottles of imports. You can dock your boat and pay $5 to board the riverboat shuttle to Riverbend events and Reds and Bengals games. Though Beer Sellar hosts a number of European beers, the major focus is on domestic micro-brews. They... Read More
Kreimer's Bier Haus
West
Kreimer's Bier Haus
West
Kreimer's Bier Haus is a cozy spot for a special, authentic German meal. This family-owned restaurant is known for hand-cutting their own beef. Stop by the bar for a taste... Read more
Kreimer's Bier Haus is a cozy spot for a special, authentic German meal. This family-owned restaurant is known for hand-cutting their own beef. Stop by the bar for a taste of their original brews, or step outside for views overlooking the Great Miami River. Visit Kreimer's Rver Bar and Grille Friday and Saturday evenings...... Read More
Montgomery Inn Boathouse
Downtown
Montgomery Inn Boathouse
Downtown
Veteran barbeque chain dishing up classic meat dishes in sauce, plus salads and seafood. Additional location: Montgomery (the original establishment)
Veteran barbeque chain dishing up classic meat dishes in sauce, plus salads and seafood. Additional location: Montgomery (the original establishment)
Chandler's Burger Bistro
West
Chandler's Burger Bistro
West
Relaxed, roomy, neighborhood pub with generous burgers and local craft beers, plus TVs showing sports.
Relaxed, roomy, neighborhood pub with generous burgers and local craft beers, plus TVs showing sports.
Knotty Pine On The Bayou
South > Southeast
Knotty Pine On The Bayou
South > Southeast
Settled in where Cline's on the River once stood, the new Knotty Pine is the place for Cajun. Enjoy crawfish, frog legs, seafood etouffee, piquant gumbo, seafood and a... Read more
Settled in where Cline's on the River once stood, the new Knotty Pine is the place for Cajun. Enjoy crawfish, frog legs, seafood etouffee, piquant gumbo, seafood and a wide variety of beef selections.
Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe
North
Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe
North
Mediterranean Inspired, Fresh Food that tastes good! All menu items are made from scratch daily featuring hand crafted gyros, kebobs, salads and sandwiches. They do not... Read more
Mediterranean Inspired, Fresh Food that tastes good! All menu items are made from scratch daily featuring hand crafted gyros, kebobs, salads and sandwiches. They do not have a freezer or fryer in the restaurants and believe that great food brings people together. All meat is hand trimmed in our kitchen, produce is delivered 6-7... Read More
Frenchie Fresh
North
Frenchie Fresh
North
Casual American classics with French influences offered at an airy counter serve with a roomy patio.
Casual American classics with French influences offered at an airy counter serve with a roomy patio.
Cabana on the River
West
Cabana on the River
West
When the warm weather rolls around, it's time to head to Cabana on the River. This outdoor venue overlooking the river provides a fantastic view with a fun and free... Read more
When the warm weather rolls around, it's time to head to Cabana on the River. This outdoor venue overlooking the river provides a fantastic view with a fun and free atmosphere, helped along by its tiki bar. A day on the boat certainly conjures up an appetite, and Cabana serves up a menu of appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches... Read More
Dingle House Irish Pub & Grub
North
Dingle House Irish Pub & Grub
North
Warm walls and stonework greet guests at this pub serving Irish and pub fare, with 100 beers and 17 TVs.
Warm walls and stonework greet guests at this pub serving Irish and pub fare, with 100 beers and 17 TVs.
Brio Tuscan Grille
North
Brio Tuscan Grille
North
Warm, relaxed Italian eatery serving Tuscan-inspired grill fare, wine, and cocktails.
Warm, relaxed Italian eatery serving Tuscan-inspired grill fare, wine, and cocktails.
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
Flip Side Liberty Center
North
Flip Side Liberty Center
North
Flipside's burgers are made exclusively from Ohio-raised, grass-fed beef.
Flipside's burgers are made exclusively from Ohio-raised, grass-fed beef.
The Works Restaurant
East
The Works Restaurant
East
Nothing can top a brick oven pizza, especially brick oven pizza in an old firehouse with a constantly rotating selection of microbrews. Because the oven is at such a high... Read more
Nothing can top a brick oven pizza, especially brick oven pizza in an old firehouse with a constantly rotating selection of microbrews. Because the oven is at such a high heat, pizzas at The Works cook faster to get a scrumptious crispy-but-not-burnt crust. Try the house pizza, The Works, which has pepperoni, ham, sausage,...... Read More
Sorrento's Italian Joint
Uptown
Sorrento's Italian Joint
Uptown
Sorrento’s boasts all the "staples" that made it famous. You will find all that you loved here in its original recipes. Pizza, pasta, freshly-made salads and sandwiches... Read more
Sorrento’s boasts all the "staples" that made it famous. You will find all that you loved here in its original recipes. Pizza, pasta, freshly-made salads and sandwiches are just the beginning. There is even more to love with the unveiling of classic Italian dishes, appetizers and new salads that round out this "Italian Joint... Read More
Tostado's Grill
Uptown
Tostado's Grill
Uptown
A haunt popular for Red's fans and Red's players themselves, Tostado's has the hookup when it comes to drinking, partying and eclectic eats. Those may not seem... Read more
A haunt popular for Red's fans and Red's players themselves, Tostado's has the hookup when it comes to drinking, partying and eclectic eats. Those may not seem to go together, but Tostado's serves up multiple kinds of cuisine, such as German, Italian, and Mexican. Favorites from their Mexican items include the carnitas and...... Read More
CoreLife Eatery
South
CoreLife Eatery
South
Featuring green bowls, grain bowls, broth bowls, and made-from-scratch beverages.
Featuring green bowls, grain bowls, broth bowls, and made-from-scratch beverages.
Richards Pizza
North
Richards Pizza
North
Local chain serving pizza, calzones, steak sandwiches, and pasta in a casual setting since 1955.
Local chain serving pizza, calzones, steak sandwiches, and pasta in a casual setting since 1955.
Root Beer Stand
North
Root Beer Stand
North
Long-standing (since 1957) diner offering frosty namesake mugs and chili-topped, foot-long hot dogs.
Long-standing (since 1957) diner offering frosty namesake mugs and chili-topped, foot-long hot dogs.
Mecklenburg Gardens
Uptown
Mecklenburg Gardens
Uptown
Mecklenburg Gardens encompasses Cincinnati's rich German heritage, serving traditional German cuisine in a 19th century building, complete with a biergarten wrapped in... Read more
Mecklenburg Gardens encompasses Cincinnati's rich German heritage, serving traditional German cuisine in a 19th century building, complete with a biergarten wrapped in grapevines. Try a Reuben, a schnitzel, a "Zinzinnati Wurst"...but make sure to leave room for dessert, like a Bavarian Cream Puff. Mecklenberg also hosts private... Read More
Brick Street
North
Brick Street
North
Hangout for live music, karaoke, and sports on TV with bar food, drink specials, and an outdoor patio.
Hangout for live music, karaoke, and sports on TV with bar food, drink specials, and an outdoor patio.
Drake's Florence
South
Drake's Florence
South
Eatery and bar serving craft beers, burgers, sushi & pub grub in a lively, contemporary space.
Eatery and bar serving craft beers, burgers, sushi & pub grub in a lively, contemporary space.
Pies & Pints
North
Pies & Pints
North
Pizzeria chain offering an array of craft beers, plus specialty pizzas, salads, and sandwiches.
Pizzeria chain offering an array of craft beers, plus specialty pizzas, salads, and sandwiches.
Corner Bistro
Downtown
Corner Bistro
Downtown
Delicious sushi and Asian cuisine made with high quality ingredients.
Delicious sushi and Asian cuisine made with high quality ingredients.
