Find Restaurants Serving American Food in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky

19 Steak & Seafood

West

1816 marks the year Indiana joined the United States as the 19th state in the Union. Known early on as the "Crossroads of America," settlers were drawn to Indiana for the... Read more

1816 marks the year Indiana joined the United States as the 19th state in the Union. Known early on as the "Crossroads of America," settlers were drawn to Indiana for the rich & fertile farmland enriching the state in culinary history. 19 Steak & Seafood pays tribute to the state's remarkable cuisine with the best cuts... Read More

Lookout Joe Mount Lookout Coffee Roasters

Downtown

Located in the Macy's building, Lookout Joe's has just two tables and limited food items, but it's a good place for a quick snack and a delicious cup of coffee from a... Read more

Located in the Macy's building, Lookout Joe's has just two tables and limited food items, but it's a good place for a quick snack and a delicious cup of coffee from a locally owned business.

New Garden Restaurant

South > Southeast

East meets West at New Garden, a Chinese restaurant that also serves Japanese cuisine (including sushi), along with pizza, hamburgers, and steak. Catering and take out are... Read more

East meets West at New Garden, a Chinese restaurant that also serves Japanese cuisine (including sushi), along with pizza, hamburgers, and steak. Catering and take out are also available.

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! 

Locklands Family Diner

North

A menu with an array of choices for great prices. Enjoy dishes like baked meatload, fish platters, burgers, and more! 

A menu with an array of choices for great prices. Enjoy dishes like baked meatload, fish platters, burgers, and more! 

Silver Grove Dari-Bar

South > Southeast

Metropole

Downtown

Chic American outfit serving seasonal, fireplace-cooked cuisine and cocktails in the 21c Museum Hotel

Chic American outfit serving seasonal, fireplace-cooked cuisine and cocktails in the 21c Museum Hotel

Senate

North

Known best for its location in Over-the-Rhine, Senate brings its famous upscale hot dogs and gourmet street food to Summit Park in its second, larger location. The Blue... Read more

Known best for its location in Over-the-Rhine, Senate brings its famous upscale hot dogs and gourmet street food to Summit Park in its second, larger location. The Blue Ash location offers brunch with menu items included eggs Benedict, breakfast burrito, and buttermilk pancakes with creme anglaise and topped with crushed cocoa... Read More

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.

River View Buffet

West

Visit the River View Buffet and dine on delicious all-you-care-to-eat bounty of food with a beautiful setting to match. Feast on carved meats, country barbecue, delectable... Read more

Visit the River View Buffet and dine on delicious all-you-care-to-eat bounty of food with a beautiful setting to match. Feast on carved meats, country barbecue, delectable Italian fare and an array of fresh salads and desserts while overlooking the scenic Ohio River. Located at Rising Star Casino  

Brickhouse Bar & Grill

North

The Brick House Bar & Grill prides itself on fresh food, a great dining atmosphere and at a reasonable cost.

The Brick House Bar & Grill prides itself on fresh food, a great dining atmosphere and at a reasonable cost.

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

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.

Cock & Bull Public House

Uptown

English style public house/pub. Over 60+ beers on tap, plus full menu and full bar.

English style public house/pub. Over 60+ beers on tap, plus full menu and full bar.

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 Pub at Rookwood Mews

Uptown

British-inspired pub with a wraparound bar serving comfort eats and pints in charming, old-world digs.

British-inspired pub with a wraparound bar serving comfort eats and pints in charming, old-world digs.

Trio Bistro

North

Comfortable, upmarket bistro serving American standards in stylish surroundings for over 20 years.

Comfortable, upmarket bistro serving American standards in stylish surroundings for over 20 years.

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.

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.

Sorrento's Restaurant & Lounge

North

One of the few piano bars in Cincinnati, Sorrento's offers live entertainment seven nights a week. For over 46 years this has been the place to enjoy great food and... Read more

One of the few piano bars in Cincinnati, Sorrento's offers live entertainment seven nights a week. For over 46 years this has been the place to enjoy great food and live music. There is room for you and a dozen of your closest friends to sing along at the grand piano! This is also the perfect place for private parties in their... Read More

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.

The Lonely Pine Steakhouse

North

Pick your own steak at Lonely Pine Steakhouse meat counter, a casual steakhouse without the cost of white linens and a sommeliers. 

Pick your own steak at Lonely Pine Steakhouse meat counter, a casual steakhouse without the cost of white linens and a sommeliers. 

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

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

Stadium Sports Bar & Grill

West

Game on! Really the game is on over 30 high-definition TVs, and will be serving up an All-Star line-up of hand-tossed pizzas, smokehouse meats, juicy burgers, and an... Read more

Game on! Really the game is on over 30 high-definition TVs, and will be serving up an All-Star line-up of hand-tossed pizzas, smokehouse meats, juicy burgers, and an exhilarating game-day atmosphere. Top it off with 50 beers to choose from and it’s a whole new experience at Belterra. Located at Belterra Casino & Resort

Ruby Tuesday

East

Enjoy a family-friendly, casual dining experience.An array of menu items here-including a wide choice of appetizers, soups, salads, steaks, pasta, seafood, ribs, 12 types... Read more

Enjoy a family-friendly, casual dining experience.An array of menu items here-including a wide choice of appetizers, soups, salads, steaks, pasta, seafood, ribs, 12 types of burgers, platters and Ruby's stackers.

Tom + Chee

Downtown

Tom + Chee, which started as a stand on Fountain Square selling tomato soup and gourmet grilled cheese, has opened a permanent location. Inside the red and black painted... Read more

Tom + Chee, which started as a stand on Fountain Square selling tomato soup and gourmet grilled cheese, has opened a permanent location. Inside the red and black painted storefront are some cafe tables and chairs. This location also serves a grilled cheese donut, a grilled Mac+Chee sandwich and what they call "Fancy Grilled...... Read More

O'Bryon's Bar & Grill

Uptown

Classic pub grub in a casual, brick-lined space with 2 full bars, a party room, and a rooftop patio.

Classic pub grub in a casual, brick-lined space with 2 full bars, a party room, and a rooftop patio.

N.Y.P.D. Pizza

North

Quick, friendly and delicious, NYPD pizza offers great pizza at great prices! It also offers a selection of hoagies, subs, wings and spaghetti. Visit the Web site to get... Read more

Quick, friendly and delicious, NYPD pizza offers great pizza at great prices! It also offers a selection of hoagies, subs, wings and spaghetti. Visit the Web site to get coupons for even better deals.

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.

Goose & Elder

Downtown

Located in historic Findlay Market, Goose and Elder is a great place to grab a quick bite to eat or to spend an evening catching up with old friends. As Jose Salazar’s... Read more

Located in historic Findlay Market, Goose and Elder is a great place to grab a quick bite to eat or to spend an evening catching up with old friends. As Jose Salazar’s third restaurant Goose and Elder aims to be a casual spot that keeps sustainability, local sourcing and community in mind. Try dishes like Chicken Schnitzel,...... Read More

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. 

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.

Manor House Restaurant

North

Located in Springdale on the campus of Maple Knoll Village, the Manor House Restaurants is open six days a week serving lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch.

Located in Springdale on the campus of Maple Knoll Village, the Manor House Restaurants is open six days a week serving lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch.

The Littlefield

Uptown

Quaint, art-lined craft cocktail, bourbon, and beer bar with bistro plates, desserts & Sunday brunch.

Quaint, art-lined craft cocktail, bourbon, and beer bar with bistro plates, desserts & Sunday brunch.

Flipdaddy's Burgers & Beer

South > Southwest

Gourmet burgers with global toppings and 60+ beers served on a patio and in a modern dining room.

Gourmet burgers with global toppings and 60+ beers served on a patio and in a modern dining room.

Go Play Cafe

North

Although the centerpiece of the Go Play Cafe is its indoor playground for kids, there are plenty of treats for adults, too: Turkey, ham, BLT or PBJ sandwiches; soft... Read more

Although the centerpiece of the Go Play Cafe is its indoor playground for kids, there are plenty of treats for adults, too: Turkey, ham, BLT or PBJ sandwiches; soft pretzels; hot dogs; ice cream; and a selection of coffees.

Blue Goose Sports Cafe

North

Casual sports bar & restaurant offering American comfort fare, big-screen TVs, and Sunday brunch.

Casual sports bar & restaurant offering American comfort fare, big-screen TVs, and Sunday brunch.

Dee Felice Cafe

South > Riverfront

Dee Felice Cafe might be located in Covington's MainStrasse Village, but inside the doors, you're transported down to the Big Easy. The interior is designed with historic... Read more

Dee Felice Cafe might be located in Covington's MainStrasse Village, but inside the doors, you're transported down to the Big Easy. The interior is designed with historic New Orleans in mind, complete with live jazz and swing music Tuesday through Sunday. During the week, Dee Felice offers an extensive selection of wine,...... Read More

1215 Wine Bar and Coffee Lab

Downtown

The emphasis is on coffee and wine appreciation and connoisseurship, with enough food served to go with the drinks.  Dinnertime means cheese and meat plates, a... Read more

The emphasis is on coffee and wine appreciation and connoisseurship, with enough food served to go with the drinks.  Dinnertime means cheese and meat plates, a different one for each wine flight, and lunch is the ingredients of those cheese and meat plates turned into sandwiches. Lots of wine tastings, wine flights and coffee... Read More

K&J Seafood

Uptown

Serving Louisiana style fresh seafood to the Cincinnati area!  

Serving Louisiana style fresh seafood to the Cincinnati area!  

Kitty's Sports Grill

Downtown

Family-owned sports grill with fresh, quality pub food and walls decorated with sports memorabilia.

Family-owned sports grill with fresh, quality pub food and walls decorated with sports memorabilia.

Hebron Grille

South > Southwest

Hebron Grille is a contemporary, clean, suburban sports bar for the whole family. They offer ribs, gyros, sandwiches like the Rueben, Philly cheese steak, BBQ bacon... Read more

Hebron Grille is a contemporary, clean, suburban sports bar for the whole family. They offer ribs, gyros, sandwiches like the Rueben, Philly cheese steak, BBQ bacon chicken sandwich, and burgers like the jalapeno burger with pepper jack cheese. Taco Tuesday features $1 tacos and $2 margaritas.

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. 

Rock Bottom Brewery

Downtown

Brewpub chain offering house beers and upscale pub food and American fare.

Brewpub chain offering house beers and upscale pub food and American fare.

Wild Eggs

North

Restaurant chain serving breakfast, sandwiches, salads, and soups in a warm, contemporary setting.

Restaurant chain serving breakfast, sandwiches, salads, and soups in a warm, contemporary setting.

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. 

Danyelle's

South

Neighborhood bar in Bellevue with sports memrobilia and items dedicated to the late Danyelle's whose friends and family opened this bar for. 

Neighborhood bar in Bellevue with sports memrobilia and items dedicated to the late Danyelle's whose friends and family opened this bar for. 

The Elusive Cow

South

Classic menu items made with high-quality, locally sourced ingredients.

Classic menu items made with high-quality, locally sourced ingredients.

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.