Restaurants
Find Restaurants in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky (South 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.
Dixie Chili and Deli
South > Southwest
Dixie Chili and Deli
South > Southwest
Lunch, dinner or late-night, it's always a good time for Dixie. This area classic serves chili, sandwiches and salads at great prices and in a hurry. Try the six-way, with... Read more
Lunch, dinner or late-night, it's always a good time for Dixie. This area classic serves chili, sandwiches and salads at great prices and in a hurry. Try the six-way, with spaghetti, chili, cheese, beans and onions topped with fresh garlic. It's not the best for date night, but delicious when you're hanging out with friends.
Gold Star Chili
South > Southwest
Gold Star Chili
South > Southwest
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
The Local Bean
South
The Local Bean
South
Conveniently located next to the Northern Kentucky Convention Center, The Local Bean is serving piping hot cups of coffee made with the highest grade of coffee beans from... Read more
Conveniently located next to the Northern Kentucky Convention Center, The Local Bean is serving piping hot cups of coffee made with the highest grade of coffee beans from Rooted Grounds. Sip on lattes, cappuccinos, frappes and more. Or grab a muffin, sandwich, Panini or other tasty grab and go options.
Mio's Pizza
South > Southwest
Mio's Pizza
South > Southwest
This Mio's Pizzeria location in Florence, Ky., offers a causal but fun dining experience. The favorites at Mio's are the pizzas and calzones, including some vegetarian... Read more
This Mio's Pizzeria location in Florence, Ky., offers a causal but fun dining experience. The favorites at Mio's are the pizzas and calzones, including some vegetarian options. They've got a slew of specialty pizzas, stuffed pizzas, pasta dishes, hoagies and salads.
Servatii Pastry Shop & Deli
South > Southwest
Servatii Pastry Shop & Deli
South > Southwest
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
Sea Sushi & Grill
South > Southwest
Sea Sushi & Grill
South > Southwest
At Sea Sushi... Read more
At Sea Sushi & Grill we are committed to providing you with an exceptional dining experience every time you walk through our doors. Each dish on our menu is prepared to order using the freshest and highest quality ingredients.
JerZee's Pub and Grub
South > Riverfront
JerZee's Pub and Grub
South > Riverfront
Tired of the Levee scene? Head south a few blocks and you'll find this friendly Newport neighborhood pub. For sports fans, Jerzee's has 20 televisions for watching your... Read more
Tired of the Levee scene? Head south a few blocks and you'll find this friendly Newport neighborhood pub. For sports fans, Jerzee's has 20 televisions for watching your favorite team and liven up your evening with their specialty drink: the Jerzee Astro Bomb. Expect live music on Friday and Saturday nights. Happy Hour is 4-7 p... Read More
Gold Star Chili
South > Southwest
Gold Star Chili
South > Southwest
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
Libby's Southern Comfort
South
Libby's Southern Comfort
South
Check out NKY's newest restaurant that plays homage to great southern cuisine and refreshing cocktails! Located in the heart of the Duveneck Square, you can enjoy a casual... Read more
Check out NKY's newest restaurant that plays homage to great southern cuisine and refreshing cocktails! Located in the heart of the Duveneck Square, you can enjoy a casual bar/eatery located in the historic home of Dixie Wholesale Grocery. Try many dishes like their special-recipe fried chicken, oysters on the half shell,...... Read More
Frisch's Big Boy
South > Riverfront
Frisch's Big Boy
South > Riverfront
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
Izzy's
South > Southwest
Izzy's
South > Southwest
A deli founded in 1901 (on Cincinnati's Central Avenue), Izzy's most popular food item is actually in the restaurant's official name: Izzy's Famous Corned Beef. Izzy's... Read more
A deli founded in 1901 (on Cincinnati's Central Avenue), Izzy's most popular food item is actually in the restaurant's official name: Izzy's Famous Corned Beef. Izzy's specialties include various Reubens (veggie, turkey or corned beef), sandwiches, homemade soups and tasty potato pancakes. Each table has vats of pickles and...... Read More
Loyal Cafe
South > Riverfront
Loyal Cafe
South > Riverfront
Show your loyalty to Bellevue, Ky., neighborhood bars and stop by this watering hole on Foote Avenue. You know the feeling you get when walking into a small-town bar and... Read more
Show your loyalty to Bellevue, Ky., neighborhood bars and stop by this watering hole on Foote Avenue. You know the feeling you get when walking into a small-town bar and everyone, including the bartender, gives you the look-over? Well, that doesn't happen at Loyal Cafe. Here, the feelings are friendly and the drinks are cheap... Read More
Newport Pizza Co.
South > Riverfront
Newport Pizza Co.
South > Riverfront
Newport Pizza Co. is quickly making a name for itself on Monmouth Street, located in the heart of Newport, offering a wide range of specialty pizzas. And while you're... Read more
Newport Pizza Co. is quickly making a name for itself on Monmouth Street, located in the heart of Newport, offering a wide range of specialty pizzas. And while you're waiting, relive your childhood days with the Galaga/Ms. Pac Man arcade game. Take a friend to share a 12-inch and 16-inch specialty pizza like The Zeus - fresh... Read More
Mi Tierra
South > Southwest
Mi Tierra
South > Southwest
Mi Tierra is a new addition to Fort Wright, located in a small strip near Walmart. Most of the menu is under $10 and you can order a bunch of favorites a la carte, like... Read more
Mi Tierra is a new addition to Fort Wright, located in a small strip near Walmart. Most of the menu is under $10 and you can order a bunch of favorites a la carte, like tacos, burritos and chimichangas for around $2-$5. (Tip: The quesadillas are out-of-this-world good) They also have a vegetarian section with items like... Read... Read More
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
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.
Sandwich Block Deli
South > Southwest
Sandwich Block Deli
South > Southwest
New sandwich stop in Crescent Springs.
New sandwich stop in Crescent Springs.
The Elusive Cow
South
The Elusive Cow
South
Classic menu items made with high-quality, locally sourced ingredients.
Classic menu items made with high-quality, locally sourced ingredients.
Skids Bar and Grill
South > Southwest
Skids Bar and Grill
South > Southwest
Skids Bar and Grill has a full menu, DJ Tony every Tuesday and Wednesday night and live music every Friday and Saturday.
Skids Bar and Grill has a full menu, DJ Tony every Tuesday and Wednesday night and live music every Friday and Saturday.
Velocity Bike & Bean
South > Southwest
Velocity Bike & Bean
South > Southwest
Coffee shop with cozy atmosphere. Authorized Jamis Bicycles dealer. Live acoustic music on Saturday mornings from 10 am till noon.
Coffee shop with cozy atmosphere. Authorized Jamis Bicycles dealer. Live acoustic music on Saturday mornings from 10 am till noon.
Kitchen 1883
South
Kitchen 1883
South
A restaurant from the Kroger company offering a seasonal menu of new American comfort food serving brunch, lunch, and dinner.
A restaurant from the Kroger company offering a seasonal menu of new American comfort food serving brunch, lunch, and dinner.
Newport Syndicate
South > Riverfront
Newport Syndicate
South > Riverfront
Want your next event in a fabulous, elegant, art deco setting? The Newport Syndicate is a hot item when it comes to planning the next reception, fundraiser, corporate... Read more
Want your next event in a fabulous, elegant, art deco setting? The Newport Syndicate is a hot item when it comes to planning the next reception, fundraiser, corporate event or even Tipsy Tea with the girlfriends.
It's Greek To Me
South > Southwest
It's Greek To Me
South > Southwest
This restaurant may be Greek to you, but it's time to make it familiar. It serves - you guessed it - Greek food, and does it quickly. The casual atmosphere makes it the... Read more
This restaurant may be Greek to you, but it's time to make it familiar. It serves - you guessed it - Greek food, and does it quickly. The casual atmosphere makes it the perfect place to enjoy their wide selection of gyros or a Greek salad.
Waffle House
South > Southeast
Waffle House
South > Southeast
Since day one, each Waffle House® restaurant has provided guests with a unique and comfortable dining experience. At every restaurant, the bright "Yellow Sign... 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
Mck's Chicks
South
Mck's Chicks
South
McK's Chicks is a family-friendly restaurant bringing high-quality BBQ to the downtown Kentucky community. We use the best ingredients and provide a great atmosphere -... Read more
McK's Chicks is a family-friendly restaurant bringing high-quality BBQ to the downtown Kentucky community. We use the best ingredients and provide a great atmosphere - perfect for everyone who likes good flavors and smoked meats.
LaRosa's Pizzeria
South > Southwest
LaRosa's Pizzeria
South > Southwest
LaRosa's pizza is a favorite among locals, with an original, sweeter sauce and thin or thick crust choices. Calzones, hoagies and pasta meals are also popular. This... Read more
LaRosa's pizza is a favorite among locals, with an original, sweeter sauce and thin or thick crust choices. Calzones, hoagies and pasta meals are also popular. This location is for delivery and carry out only.
Charleys
South > Southwest
Charleys
South > Southwest
The area's first location of this Philly steak sandwich shop chain is now open at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) in the food court in... Read more
The area's first location of this Philly steak sandwich shop chain is now open at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) in the food court in terminal B. Founded in 1986, the Columbus, Ohio-based company has 500 locations in 43 states and 18 countries. In addition to cheesesteaks, the chain's menu also...... Read More
PeeWee's Place
South > Southwest
PeeWee's Place
South > Southwest
Known for their 'best-in-town' burgers, Pee-Wee's actually offers a variety of menu items, from hot breakfast each morning to home-cooked lunch specials. They've also got... Read more
Known for their 'best-in-town' burgers, Pee-Wee's actually offers a variety of menu items, from hot breakfast each morning to home-cooked lunch specials. They've also got live music, ping pong, pool, and video games.
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.
Wynner's Cup Cafe
South > Riverfront
Skyline Chili
South > Southwest
Skyline Chili
South > Southwest
Proclaimed by many non-Cincinnati natives to be an acquired taste, most who were born and raised here can't remember life without Skyline (and those who move here quickly... Read more
Proclaimed by many non-Cincinnati natives to be an acquired taste, most who were born and raised here can't remember life without Skyline (and those who move here quickly become loyal as well). The chili, part of what makes Cincinnati the city we all know and love, has been made from the same Greek recipe since the first...... Read More
Anita's Mexican Bar and Grill
South > Southeast
Anita's Mexican Bar and Grill
South > Southeast
Anita's Mexican Bar... Read more
Anita's Mexican Bar & Grill proudly provides northern Kentucky with freshly made, delicious food. Whether you're bringing your family for a fun night out or you and your friends are ready to indulge in nachos and margaritas at our bar, we look forward to seeing you soon!
Third and Main Historic Restaurant and Tavern
South
Third and Main Historic Restaurant and Tavern
South
A historic family owned restaurant located in Aurora, IN famous for its local food and burgers.
A historic family owned restaurant located in Aurora, IN famous for its local food and burgers.
Red Robin
South > Southwest
Red Robin
South > Southwest
Giant burgers, bottomless fries and an unusually happy staff make Red Robin work. Try the guacamole bacon burger if you're splurging, but even chicken breasts are served... Read more
Giant burgers, bottomless fries and an unusually happy staff make Red Robin work. Try the guacamole bacon burger if you're splurging, but even chicken breasts are served burger-style here. Red Robin serves wraps, sandwiches and soup made with fresh produce. Don't forget to check out the TV in the floor -- and trust us, you do... Read More
Smokin' This and That BBQ
South
Smokin' This and That BBQ
South
Where 2 Pitmasters came together to smoke the best meats for your taste buds to enjoy. Home of the BBQ Parfait and Smoked Egg.
Where 2 Pitmasters came together to smoke the best meats for your taste buds to enjoy. Home of the BBQ Parfait and Smoked Egg.
Cancun Newport
South
Cancun Newport
South
Cancun is a casual Mexican restaurant known for it's strong margaritas delivered in pitchers. The menu boasts popular favorites, like the carmones a la diabla (grilled... Read more
Cancun is a casual Mexican restaurant known for it's strong margaritas delivered in pitchers. The menu boasts popular favorites, like the carmones a la diabla (grilled shrimp in a spicy sauce), sizzling fajitas and chile verde: pork, chicken or steak served with a zesty green sauce.
Amerasia
South > Riverfront
Amerasia
South > Riverfront
Has there ever been a Chinese restaurant that proffered more than a 100 craft beers? Finally, Eastern delicacies meet Western micro-breweries. There's also quite... Read more
Has there ever been a Chinese restaurant that proffered more than a 100 craft beers? Finally, Eastern delicacies meet Western micro-breweries. There's also quite affordable food to pair with the beer. Chef Chu makes everything from scratch and most entrees can be made with a protein of choice or vegetarian.
Graeter's
South > Riverfront
Graeter's
South > Riverfront
Graeter's is a Cincinnati tradition, serving up familiar favorites of ice cream like black raspberry chip and mint chocolate chip. What better way to end a downtown date... Read more
Graeter's is a Cincinnati tradition, serving up familiar favorites of ice cream like black raspberry chip and mint chocolate chip. What better way to end a downtown date then to head to Graeter's on the Square? The generous scoops of creamy deliciousness are packed with seriously big, chunky pieces of chocolate. Graeter's also... Read More
China Star
South > Southwest
China Star
South > Southwest
You'll find friendly employees serving Chinese favorites, such as bourbon chicken, General Tso's chicken, and even a few Vietnamese and Thai dishes. Want it brought to you... Read more
You'll find friendly employees serving Chinese favorites, such as bourbon chicken, General Tso's chicken, and even a few Vietnamese and Thai dishes. Want it brought to you? Delivery is available, and there's also a catering service.
Silver Grove Dari-Bar
South > Southeast
Cancun Crescent Springs
South
Cancun Crescent Springs
South
Cancun is a casual Mexican restaurant known for it's strong margaritas delivered in pitchers. The menu boasts popular favorites, like the carmones a la diabla (grilled... Read more
Cancun is a casual Mexican restaurant known for it's strong margaritas delivered in pitchers. The menu boasts popular favorites, like the carmones a la diabla (grilled shrimp in a spicy sauce), sizzling fajitas and chile verde: pork, chicken or steak served with a zesty green sauce.
Happy Dragon
South > Southwest
Happy Dragon
South > Southwest
Chinese buffet.
Chinese buffet.
Gold Star Chili
South > Riverfront
Gold Star Chili
South > Riverfront
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
Log Cabin Inn
South > Southeast
Log Cabin Inn
South > Southeast
A trip to the Log Cabin Inn will make you feel like you've headed a few hundred miles farther south of its Covington location. The restaurant is located in a two-story... Read more
A trip to the Log Cabin Inn will make you feel like you've headed a few hundred miles farther south of its Covington location. The restaurant is located in a two-story cabin, where exposed logs, wooden beams and mismatched chairs and tables lend the diner a rustic feel. Log Cabin Inn serves up good old Southern steakhouse fare... 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.