Restaurants with Outdoor Dining in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky

Hofbrauhaus

South > Riverfront

The Hofbräuhaus Newport is a restaurant attraction in the popular Newport on the Levee area of Northern Kentucky. From the traditionally decorated rooms, to the excellent... Read more

The Hofbräuhaus Newport is a restaurant attraction in the popular Newport on the Levee area of Northern Kentucky. From the traditionally decorated rooms, to the excellent bier and tasty German and American fare, Hofbräuhaus Newport is sure to be a memorable experience for everyone. The Hofbräuhaus Newport is modeled after the... Read More

Dari-Crest

South > Riverfront

Holy Grail Tavern & Grille

Downtown

The locally owned restaurant is a great option on game day, being across the street from Great American Ball Park. It has long bar tables, more than a dozen small tables,... Read more

The locally owned restaurant is a great option on game day, being across the street from Great American Ball Park. It has long bar tables, more than a dozen small tables, a patio and a rotating list of draft beers that won't cost you $7 a pint. Let's not forget the 30 HDTVs lining the long bar and sitting high on the walls of... Read More

Pies & Pints

Downtown

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.

Sprinkles Creamy Whip

West

Outdoor Soft Serve Ice Cream Stand

Outdoor Soft Serve Ice Cream Stand

Lookout Joe Mount Lookout Coffee Roasters

Uptown

If you are looking for a place to grab a cup of freshly roasted coffee and kick back for some friendly conversation, Lookout Joe Mount Lookout Coffee Roasters is the spot... Read more

If you are looking for a place to grab a cup of freshly roasted coffee and kick back for some friendly conversation, Lookout Joe Mount Lookout Coffee Roasters is the spot for you. This coffee house takes pride in the freshness of its coffee, roasting small batches of beans in a Probat L12 coffee roaster, which is prominently... Read More

The Brew House

Uptown

The Brew House is a laidback sports bar located in a 1870s building in Walnut Hills. Come hungry because they've got a big menu with items like Atlantic salmon steak with... Read more

The Brew House is a laidback sports bar located in a 1870s building in Walnut Hills. Come hungry because they've got a big menu with items like Atlantic salmon steak with wild raspberry vinaigrette, burgers and fries, and cheddar cheese soup. Put some money in the jukebox, grab a beer and then watch the game on one of their new... Read More

Krueger's Tavern

Downtown

Inspired by European taverns of decades past, with house-made sausages and a huge selection of canned beer. Enjoy the rooftop bar and patio.

Inspired by European taverns of decades past, with house-made sausages and a huge selection of canned beer. Enjoy the rooftop bar and patio.

Teller's of Hyde Park

Uptown

Set in an old bank, this expansive contemporary eatery serves eclectic plates and cocktails.

Set in an old bank, this expansive contemporary eatery serves eclectic plates and cocktails.

Chicago Gyros and Dogs

Downtown

No-frills counter-serve joint grilling loaded hot dogs, burgers, gyros, and other Greek fare.

No-frills counter-serve joint grilling loaded hot dogs, burgers, gyros, and other Greek fare.

Pho Lang Thang

Downtown

Upbeat Vietnamese joint inside Findlay Market for bowls of pho and banh mi sandwiches.

Upbeat Vietnamese joint inside Findlay Market for bowls of pho and banh mi sandwiches.

Arlin's Bar

Uptown

Neighborhood bar offering a wide variety of food and drinks, featuring 20 different taps.

Neighborhood bar offering a wide variety of food and drinks, featuring 20 different taps.

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

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill

North

Chain restaurant serving steaks, seafood, and cocktails in an upscale lodgelike setting.  

Chain restaurant serving steaks, seafood, and cocktails in an upscale lodgelike setting.  

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.

J. Alexander's

Uptown

This elegantly designed steakhouse inside the Rookwood Commons shopping center prides itself on upscale, yet casual dining with an air of professionalism throughout. It's... Read more

This elegantly designed steakhouse inside the Rookwood Commons shopping center prides itself on upscale, yet casual dining with an air of professionalism throughout. It's contemporary in design and cuisine, which makes for a nice evening after a long day of shopping. Make sure to sit on the patio if it's a nice day.

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

Sleepy Bee Cafe

North

This kid-friendly cafe serves egg-based dishes, omelets, pancakes, smoothies and sandwiches, soups and salads for breakfast, lunch and brunch. The menu items use locally... Read more

This kid-friendly cafe serves egg-based dishes, omelets, pancakes, smoothies and sandwiches, soups and salads for breakfast, lunch and brunch. The menu items use locally sourced ingredients and free-range eggs.

The Goody Shop

North

The Blind Pig

Downtown

The Blind Pig is our updated, modern idea of what a speakeasy is nowadays. A place you can grab some fantastic food, drink updated versions of the quirky drinks that were... Read more

The Blind Pig is our updated, modern idea of what a speakeasy is nowadays. A place you can grab some fantastic food, drink updated versions of the quirky drinks that were invented during that time and catch all your favorite teams on the tv. A huge patio awaits you with a great view of the riverfront, stadiums, National... Read... Read More

Sleepy Bee Cafe

Uptown

This kid-friendly cafe serves egg-based dishes, omelets, pancakes, smoothies and sandwiches, soups and salads for breakfast, lunch and brunch. The menu items use locally... Read more

This kid-friendly cafe serves egg-based dishes, omelets, pancakes, smoothies and sandwiches, soups and salads for breakfast, lunch and brunch. The menu items use locally sourced ingredients and free-range eggs.

Gold Top Dairy Bar

North

Stop by Gold Top Dairy Bar for those old-fashioned favorite summer treats, like drumsticks, soft serve with sprinkles or an extra thick malt or shake.

Stop by Gold Top Dairy Bar for those old-fashioned favorite summer treats, like drumsticks, soft serve with sprinkles or an extra thick malt or shake.

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

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.

Symphony Hotel Restaurant & Jazz Bar

Downtown

The Symphony Hotel and Restaurant features contemporary, seasonal New-American cuisine in a setting that combines stunning Italianate architecture with elegant historical... Read more

Make reservations for this fine dining restaurant, bar with live jazz, and boutique hotel across from Cincinnati's Music Hall. The elegant ambiance makes you feel like a special guest. Executive Chef Mirko Ravlic creates gorgeous dinners of New-American cuisine. The menu changes seasonally.

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.

Top of the Park

Downtown

Located on the rooftop of the Residence Inn Cincinnati Downtown, this spectacular multi-level rooftop lounge features unparalleled views of Lytle Park, the Ohio River... Read more

Located on the rooftop of the Residence Inn Cincinnati Downtown, this spectacular multi-level rooftop lounge features unparalleled views of Lytle Park, the Ohio River, Mount Adams and downtown Cincinnati. Enjoy wine, beer and hand-crafted cocktails with a small bites menu. The lounge's second level includes a full bar, communal... Read More

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.

Molly Malone's Irish Pub and Restaurant

South > Riverfront

Molly Malone's is an authentic Irish-owned and operated restaurant and pub located in Covington, KY, across the river from Paul Brown Stadium and Great American Ball Park... Read more

Molly Malone's is an authentic Irish-owned and operated restaurant and pub located in Covington, KY, across the river from Paul Brown Stadium and Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati. Enjoy great food, 28 craft and import beers on tap and a large selection of Irish, Scotch & local whiskey. Open seven days a week for lunch... 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.

The Creamy Whip

North

The best soft serve around with many homemade flavors. Seasonal flavors always available.

The best soft serve around with many homemade flavors. Seasonal flavors always available.

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

Revolution Rotisserie

Downtown

Rotisserie chicken sandwiches on grilled pita, salads, tasty sides, and whole/half birds. Make entrees vegetarian w/hummus, black beans, or extra veggies

Rotisserie chicken sandwiches on grilled pita, salads, tasty sides, and whole/half birds. Make entrees vegetarian w/hummus, black beans, or extra veggies

The Counter

Downtown

Located inside The Epicurean Mercantile Co., the Counter is a restaurant offering freshly-prepared New American cuisine featuring an IPad ordering system and a patio for... Read more

Located inside The Epicurean Mercantile Co., the Counter is a restaurant offering freshly-prepared New American cuisine featuring an IPad ordering system and a patio for outside dining.

Indian Mound Cafe

North

Relax or catch the game on one of the many TVs at this classic wood-paneled neighborhood sports bar and grill. Lots of basic pub fare plus specials every day - like fish... Read more

Relax or catch the game on one of the many TVs at this classic wood-paneled neighborhood sports bar and grill. Lots of basic pub fare plus specials every day - like fish and cheeseburger plates - will fill the tum. There are soups, wings, chicken fingers, and chili too.

Northside Yacht Club

Uptown

Energetic gastropub featuring live music and unique cocktails.

Energetic gastropub featuring live music and unique cocktails.

Firehouse Grill

North

The restaurant space that has been Garcia's, Watson Bros. Brewery and Apsara, will now open as Firehouse Grill. They'll be catering to the Blue Ash business community with... Read more

The restaurant space that has been Garcia's, Watson Bros. Brewery and Apsara, will now open as Firehouse Grill. They'll be catering to the Blue Ash business community with business lunches, happy hours and private rooms for meetings. They'll also be open for dinner. The menu includes wraps, gourmet pizzas, burgers and signature... Read More

Keystone Bar & Grill

East

Keystone Hyde Park is a place where everyone can relax while sampling one of our many craft beers, single batch bourbons and extensive liquor selection. The menu is filled... Read more

Keystone Hyde Park is a place where everyone can relax while sampling one of our many craft beers, single batch bourbons and extensive liquor selection. The menu is filled with made-from-scratch items. They also include the same daily food specials such as Mac and Cheese Monday (half-price mac all day) and Quesadilla Tuesday... Read More

Poppy's Sports Bar and Grill

West

Poppy's Sports Bar and Grill is your typical sports bar with lots of big TVs, walls decked out in local sports team memorabilia and a kitchen serving up pub fare. Walk... Read more

Poppy's Sports Bar and Grill is your typical sports bar with lots of big TVs, walls decked out in local sports team memorabilia and a kitchen serving up pub fare. Walk in during the afternoon and take a seat at the bar for lunch, since that's where most people like to hang out. There's plenty to keep you occupied - tabletop...... Read More

Buz Restaurant

East

Casual-chic destination serving creative American comfort food made with carefully sourced products.

Casual-chic destination serving creative American comfort food made with carefully sourced products.

Anchor OTR

Downtown

Charming seafood eatery with a patio for seasonal outdoor dining and a bar with signature cocktails.

Charming seafood eatery with a patio for seasonal outdoor dining and a bar with signature cocktails.

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.

Ruth's Parkside Cafe

North

Located in the American Can Building, Ruth's is dedicated to providing great dining and an eclectic atmosphere to the Northside community.

Located in the American Can Building, Ruth's is dedicated to providing great dining and an eclectic atmosphere to the Northside community.

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.

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

Walker Bros. Ice Cream

North

Walker Bros. Ice Cream is a walk-up, soft-serve ice cream shop located in the Heritage District of Montgomery, OH. We have fond memories of enjoying ice cream with family... Read more

Walker Bros. Ice Cream is a walk-up, soft-serve ice cream shop located in the Heritage District of Montgomery, OH. We have fond memories of enjoying ice cream with family & friends growing up which inspired us to create a fun ice cream destination in our own community.