Restaurants with Outdoor Dining in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky

Truva Cafe Mediterranean

North

A halal Middle Eastern menu of shish kebabs, gyros & Turkish coffee served in simple quarters.

A halal Middle Eastern menu of shish kebabs, gyros & Turkish coffee served in simple quarters.

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.

Bakersfield OTR

Downtown

Bakersfield OTR in now open in the Gateway Quarter. The tacos, tequila and whiskey bar on Vine Street is owned by Joe Lanni. Choose from a selection of 45 tequilas, 45... Read more

Bakersfield OTR in now open in the Gateway Quarter. The tacos, tequila and whiskey bar on Vine Street is owned by Joe Lanni. Choose from a selection of 45 tequilas, 45 American whiskeys and a menu of authentic Mexican street food.

Tahona Kitchen + Bar

North

Tahona is a fast casual restaurant inspired by Mexican street fare and tequila, with hand-crafted food and an emphasis on fresh ingredients. The menu includes a variety of... Read more

Tahona is a fast casual restaurant inspired by Mexican street fare and tequila, with hand-crafted food and an emphasis on fresh ingredients. The menu includes a variety of tacos, chips & salsa bar, pineapple mango guacamole, tortas, sopapillas and more. All food preparation is done in-house and the meats are slow-roasted... Read More

Lyle’s Bikes, Brews & BBQ

North

Located right on the Miami Bike Trail, pop into Lyle's for wraps, sandwiches and more in theit patio or inside seating area. 

Located right on the Miami Bike Trail, pop into Lyle's for wraps, sandwiches and more in theit patio or inside seating area. 

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

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

Butler's Pantry

South

A unique variety of gourmet items in a marketplace setting, including a bakery, coffee & tea, juice & smoothies, soup & salad, ice cream & candy, and deli... Read more

A unique variety of gourmet items in a marketplace setting, including a bakery, coffee & tea, juice & smoothies, soup & salad, ice cream & candy, and deli sandwiches.

Keystone Bar & Grill

Uptown

Keystone specializes in serving comfort-style fare, made fresh daily, from local ingredients when possible. In addition to an extensive menu, Keystone also specializes in... Read more

Keystone specializes in serving comfort-style fare, made fresh daily, from local ingredients when possible. In addition to an extensive menu, Keystone also specializes in craft and import beers, with over 80 different selections.The two Keystone locations share the same menus for lunch, dinner and brunch and have similar draft... Read More

Dewey's Pizza

North

Dewey's is a casual place but a little more hip than your basic pizza joint. The bar features eight beers on tap and wine by the glass and bottle. Dewey's not only serves... Read more

Dewey's is a casual place but a little more hip than your basic pizza joint. The bar features eight beers on tap and wine by the glass and bottle. Dewey's not only serves up specialty pizzas but lets patrons watch their pizzas get tossed in the air by the cooks (they make it look so easy). There's a wide variety of toppings... Read More

Seasons 52

Uptown

Rotating menu of seasonal American dishes alongside international wines in an upscale setting.

Rotating menu of seasonal American dishes alongside international wines in an upscale setting.

Ollie's Trolley

Downtown

Ollie's Trolley serves up good old-fashioned Southern soul food from a vintage trolley car parked on Central Avenue in the West End. The Trolley itself is hard to miss--it... Read more

Ollie's Trolley serves up good old-fashioned Southern soul food from a vintage trolley car parked on Central Avenue in the West End. The Trolley itself is hard to miss--it's adorned with photos of African-American leaders and a picture of the owner, Marvin Smith, with Barack and Michelle Obama (for whom he has catered numerous... Read More

Eli's BBQ

Downtown

The saying 'Necessity is the mother of invention' does hold some truth. Eli and Drew, partners in the restaurant, met roughly 10 years ago in Findlay Market. They both... Read more

The saying 'Necessity is the mother of invention' does hold some truth. Eli and Drew, partners in the restaurant, met roughly 10 years ago in Findlay Market. They both decided to travel the U.S. together, hitch hik'in it, footin it, hobo'n.During their travels, they'd eaten good food in some rough places and bad food in some... Read More

Brewdog

Downtown

Scotland-based brewery BrewDog is located in Pendlton serving up its famous craft beer, the largest in the UK.  The taproom includes 8,500 square feet and a 1,000... Read more

Scotland-based brewery BrewDog is located in Pendlton serving up its famous craft beer, the largest in the UK.  The taproom includes 8,500 square feet and a 1,000 square foot rooftop deck. The kitchen includes a menu of "junk-food". Enjoy cames like giant Jenga, Connect Four and a gaming room with old-school pinballs and arcade... Read More

Buffalo Wings & Rings

South

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. 

Buffalo Bob's Family Restaurant

South > Southwest

Bob’s is known for their chicken wings. Won 2019 NKY’s best wings. They are a non smoking establishment but does allow smoking on the outdoor patio. Extensive bourbon... Read more

Bob’s is known for their chicken wings. Won 2019 NKY’s best wings. They are a non smoking establishment but does allow smoking on the outdoor patio. Extensive bourbon selection and 21 beers on tap. Live music during the summer. 

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.

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.

Mt. Healthy Dairy Bar

North

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. 

Smoke Justis

South > Riverfront

New Sports Bar in the Roebling Point District of Covington, Kentucky featuring smoked meats, whiskey, craft beer, live music and arcade games.

New Sports Bar in the Roebling Point District of Covington, Kentucky featuring smoked meats, whiskey, craft beer, live music and arcade games.

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.

Moerlein Lager House

Downtown

The history and heritage of Cincinnati’s storied brewing history comes alive at the Moerlein Lager House Restaurant and Brewery. Prominently situated in the dynamic new... Read more

The history and heritage of Cincinnati’s storied brewing history comes alive at the Moerlein Lager House Restaurant and Brewery. Prominently situated in the dynamic new Smale Riverfront Park, the Moerlein Lager House offers a guest experience unlike any other—a working microbrewery producing a full line of Moerlein craft brews... Read More

Richards Pizza

North

Local chain serving pizzas, calzones, steak sandwiches, and pasta in a casual setting since 1955. 

Local chain serving pizzas, calzones, steak sandwiches, and pasta in a casual setting since 1955. 

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. 

Bravo Cucina Italiana

North

Upscale-casual Italian chain serving pasta, grilled dishes, pizza, and cocktails amid Roman-ruin decor.

Upscale-casual Italian chain serving pasta, grilled dishes, pizza, and cocktails amid Roman-ruin decor.

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. 

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.

Chart House

South

High-end chain eatery serving seafood and steakhouse fare in a classy setting with a view.

High-end chain eatery serving seafood and steakhouse fare in a classy setting with a view.

Trinity Irish Pub

North

Irish/American pub has over 20 beers on tap, and food from casual pub grub to upscale entrees. Entrees include Guinness-batter-dipped fish and chips, specialty burgers,... Read more

Irish/American pub has over 20 beers on tap, and food from casual pub grub to upscale entrees. Entrees include Guinness-batter-dipped fish and chips, specialty burgers, corned beef and cabbage. Steaks come from an open wood grill, and the flatbreads from a wood-burning brick oven. Enjy live music Wednesday-Saturday, and Trivia... Read More

Pies & Pints

North

Pizzeria chain offering an array of craft beers, plus specialty pizzas, salads & sandwiches.

Pizzeria chain offering an array of craft beers, plus specialty pizzas, salads & sandwiches.

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.

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. 

Cactus Pear

Uptown

Margaritas and the freshly made salsa make Cactus Pear one of the favorite Mexican restaurants in town. It can get pricey, but the authentic cuisine makes it a great place... Read more

Margaritas and the freshly made salsa make Cactus Pear one of the favorite Mexican restaurants in town. It can get pricey, but the authentic cuisine makes it a great place to hang out with friends and grab some drinks and chips and salsa. This location attracts more than just the nearby University of Cincinnati students.

Sprinkles Creamy Whip

West

Outdoor Soft Serve Ice Cream Stand

Outdoor Soft Serve Ice Cream Stand

Quarter Bistro

East

In historic Mariemont Square, Quarter Bistro offers a comfortable setting for both a night on the town or a relaxing afternoon on an enchanting patio.

In historic Mariemont Square, Quarter Bistro offers a comfortable setting for both a night on the town or a relaxing afternoon on an enchanting patio.

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

Branch Hill Coffee

East

Enjoy some morning coffee in this enchantingly quaint spot in Loveland. It's a yellow house surrounded by a remarkably colorful garden. Beside the flavored coffees and... Read more

Enjoy some morning coffee in this enchantingly quaint spot in Loveland. It's a yellow house surrounded by a remarkably colorful garden. Beside the flavored coffees and specialty drinks, Branch Hill offers soups, sandwiches and baked goodies. The outdoor patio is a charming place to enjoy a drink with friends. It's near the...... Read More

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

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

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.

Zip Dip

West

Old-school parlor doling out creative cones, yogurt, and sundaes from a cozy window-serve locale.

Old-school parlor doling out creative cones, yogurt, and sundaes from a cozy window-serve locale.

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.

Keystone Bar & Grill

South

Casual chain offering standard bar eats & a mac 'n' cheese menu, plus many craft beers & bourbons.

Casual chain offering standard bar eats & a mac 'n' cheese menu, plus many craft beers & bourbons.

Banana Leaf Modern Thai

North

Contemporary spot with a scenic patio, beer & wine, and innovative stir-fry, noodle, and rice dishes.

Contemporary spot with a scenic patio, beer & wine, and innovative stir-fry, noodle, and rice dishes.

House of Orange Sports Bar and Grill

South

A NKY bar and grill that celebrates the ever popular FC Cincinnati soccer team.

A NKY bar and grill that celebrates the ever popular FC Cincinnati soccer team.

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

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.