American
Find Restaurants Serving American Food 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 barbecue, burgers, soul food and more.
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Chili Time
Uptown
Chili Time
Uptown
The Chili Time logo fittingly sports a clock frozen in time. While the appointments in this St. Bernard landmark may seem stuck in a bygone era, the chili is timeless. As... Read more
The Chili Time logo fittingly sports a clock frozen in time. While the appointments in this St. Bernard landmark may seem stuck in a bygone era, the chili is timeless. As the name suggests, it?s always time to eat chili and that means as late as 4 in the morning. The restaurant delivers a meatier, less saccharine take on the... Read More
Chicken On The Run
North
Chicken On The Run
North
Enjoy burgers, sloppy joes, and other hearty American eats, plus craft beer and sports on TV
Enjoy burgers, sloppy joes, and other hearty American eats, plus craft beer and sports on TV
Game On
North
Game On
North
Watching sports in a bar is nice and all, but having a bit more to munch on than pretzels and chips is even better. They've got a full menu of wraps, quesadillas,... Read more
Watching sports in a bar is nice and all, but having a bit more to munch on than pretzels and chips is even better. They've got a full menu of wraps, quesadillas, salads, sandwiches and appetizers, like the teriyaki hoagie, pulled pork on a Kaiser roll and bacon cheeseburger. For sports bar fans, you really can't go wrong with... Read More
Grand Finale Restaurant
North
Grand Finale Restaurant
North
Crepes, steaks, seafood, and lots of desserts are offered in a quaint, old-world setting.
Crepes, steaks, seafood, and lots of desserts are offered in a quaint, old-world setting.
Tavern on the Bend
North
Tavern on the Bend
North
Chill gathering spot known for mac ’n’ cheese and other pub grub, also serving draft beer & cocktails.
Chill gathering spot known for mac ’n’ cheese and other pub grub, also serving draft beer & cocktails.
Little River Bar and Grill
North
Little River Bar and Grill
North
Relax and enjoy the day when you drop by Little River Bar & Grill, LLC for a delicious home-cooked meal and live music. Built in the 1800s, the building our bar... Read more
Relax and enjoy the day when you drop by Little River Bar & Grill, LLC for a delicious home-cooked meal and live music. Built in the 1800s, the building our bar resides in is a cherished piece of history, positioned in the beautiful countryside by a gorgeous 78-mile bike trail, less than 10 miles away from Lebanon, OH.
Bonefish Grill
North
Bonefish Grill
North
Contemporary grill chain offering a seafood-centric menu, plus steaks and cocktails.
Contemporary grill chain offering a seafood-centric menu, plus steaks and cocktails.
Pickles & Bones Barbecue
East
Pickles & Bones Barbecue
East
Barbecue joint serving wood-smoked meat and sides made from scratch.
Barbecue joint serving wood-smoked meat and sides made from scratch.
Bucketheads
West
Bucketheads
West
Neighborhood sports bar. Check out their Facebook page for deals for FC match days!
Neighborhood sports bar. Check out their Facebook page for deals for FC match days!
Brothers Bar & Grill
South
Brothers Bar & Grill
South
Offering American bar comfort food as well as great specials daily.
Offering American bar comfort food as well as great specials daily.
Boomtown Biscuits & Whiskey
Downtown
Boomtown Biscuits & Whiskey
Downtown
Boomtown Biscuits & Whiskey is dedicated to reviving the American Pioneering spirit providing a one of a kind dining experience focused on comfort food.
Boomtown Biscuits & Whiskey is dedicated to reviving the American Pioneering spirit providing a one of a kind dining experience focused on comfort food.
Buffalo Wings & Rings
North
Buffalo Wings & Rings
North
Modern sports bar with a wide range of wing flavors, plus other pub eats & kids' deals.
Modern sports bar with a wide range of wing flavors, plus other pub eats & kids' deals.
City View Tavern
Uptown
City View Tavern
Uptown
Appropriately named for its view of the Cincinnati skyline, City View Tavern is a traditional, unpretentious bar located in Mount Adams. The patio is the most cherished... Read more
Appropriately named for its view of the Cincinnati skyline, City View Tavern is a traditional, unpretentious bar located in Mount Adams. The patio is the most cherished part of this little tavern because of its awesome view of the city. The burgers are said to rival those of Zip's in Mount Lookout, and the bloody Marys are...... Read More
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.
Bambooz Bar & Grill
South > Southeast
Bambooz Bar & Grill
South > Southeast
Seven mounted TVs keep the fans covered at the sports-themed hookah haven known as Bambooz. Pool, pinball, and a TouchTunes jukebox are good for filling in the commercial... Read more
Seven mounted TVs keep the fans covered at the sports-themed hookah haven known as Bambooz. Pool, pinball, and a TouchTunes jukebox are good for filling in the commercial breaks, and the kitchen rolls out specials daily. For weekends, Fridays bring cover-free acoustic sets starting at 7 p.m. and Saturday night is ladies night... Read More
Padrino
East
Padrino
East
From the family that brought you 20 Brix, Milford gets a new Italian restaurant offering classic hoagies in the deli to pizzas and pasta with gourmet toppings, Padrino's... Read more
From the family that brought you 20 Brix, Milford gets a new Italian restaurant offering classic hoagies in the deli to pizzas and pasta with gourmet toppings, Padrino's serves up friendly Italian food. Plus, you can order your favorite bottle from 20 Brix.
The Prohibition Bourbon Bar at Newberry Bros.
South
The Prohibition Bourbon Bar at Newberry Bros.
South
Locally owned and operated by Peter & Kim Newberry, Newberry Bros, this neighborhood cafe offers more than 1500 bourbons and whiskeys, and counting. Full bar. Wine.... Read more
Locally owned and operated by Peter & Kim Newberry, Newberry Bros, this neighborhood cafe offers more than 1500 bourbons and whiskeys, and counting. Full bar. Wine. Beer. Coffee & espresso. Dog friendly patio. Part of The B-Line. Click here to learn more.
Krueger's Tavern
Downtown
Krueger's Tavern
Downtown
Stylish, seasonal New American kitchen with a menu of small & large plates and a rooftop patio.
Stylish, seasonal New American kitchen with a menu of small & large plates and a rooftop patio.
Cove Food Park
East
Cove Food Park
East
Come to one place for all of your Food Truck cravings! Head to the East End where you will find an abundance of local Food Trucks ready to serve up your favorite dish or... Read more
Come to one place for all of your Food Truck cravings! Head to the East End where you will find an abundance of local Food Trucks ready to serve up your favorite dish or try something brand new! Live music and a bar will be available for your enjoyment as well! Check their website for who will be serving up their fare and who... Read More
Four Seasons Restaurant
East
Four Seasons Restaurant
East
Escape the ordinary during your next cruise down the Ohio. Four Seasons continues to be the premier spot for boaters to drop anchor and saunter up on deck for some serious... Read more
Escape the ordinary during your next cruise down the Ohio. Four Seasons continues to be the premier spot for boaters to drop anchor and saunter up on deck for some serious fine dining in a casual atmosphere. The nautically-themed restaurant serves a surf-and-turf type of combo with everything from grouper fingers to king crab... Read More
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.
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
Yard House
Downtown
Yard House
Downtown
Yard House offers 160 beer taps and an extensive menu of American fusion cuisine, serving lunch, dinner and late-night snacks. Extensive menu of American fusion cuisine,... Read more
Yard House offers 160 beer taps and an extensive menu of American fusion cuisine, serving lunch, dinner and late-night snacks. Extensive menu of American fusion cuisine, ranging from burgers and salads on up to miso sea bass and lobster garlic noodles.
Diane's Restaurant
West
Diane's Restaurant
West
Al and Diane East have been serving quality food with a side of friendly service in Cincinnati for thirty years. At their current location for 13 years, they embrace the... Read more
Al and Diane East have been serving quality food with a side of friendly service in Cincinnati for thirty years. At their current location for 13 years, they embrace the family atmosphere, where their son Dana is the daily operational manager. You'll see all three of them going between the kitchen and the dining room, ensuring... Read More
CityBird Tenders
North
CityBird Tenders
North
House-brined, fresh fried, and designed for chickens-on-the-run who deserve the best bird.
House-brined, fresh fried, and designed for chickens-on-the-run who deserve the best bird.
Wing Champ
North
Wing Champ
North
Enjoy chicken wings, BBQ, Sandwiches and Mac and Cheese.
Enjoy chicken wings, BBQ, Sandwiches and Mac and Cheese.
Northside Yacht Club
Uptown
Northside Yacht Club
Uptown
Energetic gastropub featuring live music and unique cocktails.
Energetic gastropub featuring live music and unique cocktails.
Webb's BBQ
South
Webb's BBQ
South
A family-owned business that values good food and good service, and giving back to the community. Webb's BBQ started off as a part-time catering gig, and then moved to a... Read more
A family-owned business that values good food and good service, and giving back to the community. Webb's BBQ started off as a part-time catering gig, and then moved to a more permanent location. Their menu includes pulled pork sandwiches, brisket, smoked wings and more! With only being open 1 day a week, you better get there... Read More
Guthrie's Chicken Fingers
South > Southwest
Guthrie's Chicken Fingers
South > Southwest
Long-running chain serving fried chicken fingers, salads, and Southern-style sweet tea.
Long-running chain serving fried chicken fingers, salads, and Southern-style sweet tea.
Divine Waffles and Weck
South
Divine Waffles and Weck
South
Diner serving breakfast, lunch, and sweet wonders.
Diner serving breakfast, lunch, and sweet wonders.
The Casual Pint Loveland Station
East
The Casual Pint Loveland Station
East
The Casual Pint Craft BeerMarket, offers a relaxed, family friendly atmosphere much like a coffee shop, with a focus on Craft Beer. Our expert 'Beer-tenders' can serve up... Read more
The Casual Pint Craft BeerMarket, offers a relaxed, family friendly atmosphere much like a coffee shop, with a focus on Craft Beer. Our expert 'Beer-tenders' can serve up Craft Beer by the pint from our tap wall, by the can or by the bottle to enjoy in our store. You can grab your beer to go with Growler Fills, Mix-A-Six Packs... Read More
Sammy's Craft Burgers & Beers
North
Sammy's Craft Burgers & Beers
North
Casual sports-themed joint serving up gourmet burgers, hot dogs, and other pub grub, plus brews.
Casual sports-themed joint serving up gourmet burgers, hot dogs, and other pub grub, plus brews.
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.
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.
Kickbacks Cincy
North
Kickbacks Cincy
North
25 and up sports bar with food, music, drinks and pool.
25 and up sports bar with food, music, drinks and pool.
Silver Grove Dari-Bar
South > Southeast
CityBird Tenders
South
CityBird Tenders
South
House-brined, fresh fried, and designed for chickens-on-the-run who deserve the best bird.
House-brined, fresh fried, and designed for chickens-on-the-run who deserve the best bird.
Bru Burger Bar
Downtown
Bru Burger Bar
Downtown
A chic spot for burgers and other bites paired with a lengthy beer list.
Enjoy a sirloin, chuck, or brisket burger conveniently located near Fountain Square.
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)
Delwood Eat & Drink
East
Delwood Eat & Drink
East
Using influences from Latin America, this full service restaurant is serving up big flavor from the kitchen and with craft cocktails, beer, and wine at the bar. Enjoy... Read more
Using influences from Latin America, this full service restaurant is serving up big flavor from the kitchen and with craft cocktails, beer, and wine at the bar. Enjoy dishes like tostones, Delwood Nuggets, Fried Chicken Sandwich, and their Papa a la Huancain salad.
The Oak Tavern
Uptown
The Oak Tavern
Uptown
This sports bar and neighborhood hangout is an Oakley favorite, with live music three times a week and its 50-inch plasma TVs. The Oak Tavern is also known for its... Read more
This sports bar and neighborhood hangout is an Oakley favorite, with live music three times a week and its 50-inch plasma TVs. The Oak Tavern is also known for its inexpensive beer and liquor drinks as well as its happy hour from 4-7 p.m. Monday-Friday.
Branch
East
Branch
East
Food and drink without pretension. Dine on many of Branch's menu options from Confit Tuna, Black Garlic Ribs for dinner, or visit for brunch and enjoy Cured Salmon,... Read more
Food and drink without pretension. Dine on many of Branch's menu options from Confit Tuna, Black Garlic Ribs for dinner, or visit for brunch and enjoy Cured Salmon, Buttermilk Brined Fried Chicken, or Challah French toast. Then head downstairs to grab a drink at Night Drop which is open late for your pleasure.
Gabby's Cafe
North
Gabby's Cafe
North
Homey fixture offering pizza and other Italian standards, burgers, and other American fare, plus a full bar.
Homey fixture offering pizza and other Italian standards, burgers, and other American fare, plus a full bar.
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
Uptown
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
Uptown
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.
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.
Somm Wine Bar
West
Somm Wine Bar
West
Over 80 selections of wines and amazing food options.
Over 80 selections of wines and amazing food options.