Southern
Find Restaurants Serving Southern 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 Southern comfort foods.
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Kitchen 1883
East
Kitchen 1883
East
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.
Joella's Hot Chicken
Downtown
Joella's Hot Chicken
Downtown
All-natural chicken that is brined overnight, fried golden brown, and sauced in your choice of unique spice blends.
All-natural chicken that is brined overnight, fried golden brown, and sauced in your choice of unique spice blends.
The Eagle Food and Beer Hall
North
The Eagle Food and Beer Hall
North
Rustic-chic eatery and beer hall dishing up Southern classics such as friend chicken and spoonbread.
Rustic-chic eatery and beer hall dishing up Southern classics such as friend chicken and spoonbread.
Greyhound Tavern
South > Southwest
Greyhound Tavern
South > Southwest
Colonial-style eatery serving down-home American comfort food in rustic, family-friendly digs.
Colonial-style eatery serving down-home American comfort food in rustic, family-friendly digs.
Mango's Tropical Oasis
North
Mango's Tropical Oasis
North
All the best of a tropical getaway without the expense. Enjoy frozen drinks, seafood and more!
All the best of a tropical getaway without the expense. Enjoy frozen drinks, seafood and 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.
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.
K&J Seafood
Uptown
K&J Seafood
Uptown
Serving Louisiana style fresh seafood to the Cincinnati area!
Serving Louisiana style fresh seafood to the Cincinnati area!
Gaslight Bar & Grill
Uptown
Gaslight Bar & Grill
Uptown
Gaslight Bar & Grill is more than just a restaurant and bar: It’s a piece of Clifton history. For 60 years the building housed The Clifton Branch Library that was a... Read more
Gaslight Bar & Grill is more than just a restaurant and bar: It’s a piece of Clifton history. For 60 years the building housed The Clifton Branch Library that was a fixture on Ludlow Avenue. The Clifton Bar & Grill still maintains this special atmosphere with an eclectic mix of people coming together to relax, hang out... Read More
Parlor on Seventh
South
Parlor on Seventh
South
Parlor on Seventh is doing their own take on German and Southern insired dishes in Covington Kentucky.
Parlor on Seventh is doing their own take on German and Southern insired dishes in Covington Kentucky.
Joella's Hot Chicken
South > Southwest
Joella's Hot Chicken
South > Southwest
All-natural chicken that is brined overnight, fried golden brown, and sauced in your choice of unique spice blends.
All-natural chicken that is brined overnight, fried golden brown, and sauced in your choice of unique spice blends.
The Purple Poulet
South > Riverfront
The Purple Poulet
South > Riverfront
Southern Bourbon Bistro with cuisine reminiscent of Charleston and New Orleans with a Kentucky infusion. Part of The B-Line. Click here to learn more.
Southern Bourbon Bistro with cuisine reminiscent of Charleston and New Orleans with a Kentucky infusion. Part of The B-Line. Click here to learn more.
Chandler's on Market
Southeast
Chandler's on Market
Southeast
Chandler's Restaurant is located in historic downtown Maysville and features an elegant dining atmosphere. Part of The B-Line. Click here to learn more.
Chandler's Restaurant is located in historic downtown Maysville and features an elegant dining atmosphere. Part of The B-Line. Click here to learn more.
Slim Chickens
North
Slim Chickens
North
Counter-serve chain specializing in chicken dishes, plus Southern sides and desserts served in jars.
Counter-serve chain specializing in chicken dishes, plus Southern sides and desserts served in jars.
Tousey House Tavern
South > Southwest
Tousey House Tavern
South > Southwest
Traditional Southern cuisine served in elegant dining rooms in a circa-1822 building. Part of The B-Line. Click here to learn more.
Traditional Southern cuisine served in elegant dining rooms in a circa-1822 building. Part of The B-Line. Click here to learn more.
B&A Street Kitchen
Downtown
B&A Street Kitchen
Downtown
Modern Tex-Mex and Southern favorites served all day in industrial-chic digs with a walk-up window.
Modern Tex-Mex and Southern favorites served all day in industrial-chic digs with a walk-up window.
LouVino OTR
Downtown
LouVino OTR
Downtown
Adventurous small plates with a Southern twist, served in a trendy, upbeat atmosphere. 60+ wines by the glass, beer, bourbon & cocktails.
Adventurous small plates with a Southern twist, served in a trendy, upbeat atmosphere. 60+ wines by the glass, beer, bourbon & cocktails.
Millie's Place
East
Millie's Place
East
Enjoy hearty and delicious soul food at Millie's!
Enjoy hearty and delicious soul food at Millie's!
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
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
Aunt Flora's
Downtown
Aunt Flora's
Downtown
Located with in Findlay Market, Flora's is baking up handmade sweet and savory cobblers with the best ingredients!
Located with in Findlay Market, Flora's is baking up handmade sweet and savory cobblers with the best ingredients!
BrewRiver Creole Kitchen
East
BrewRiver Creole Kitchen
East
Newly opened and revived from the creators of BrewRiver Gastropub, BrewRiver Creole Kitchen is taking the heart of creole cooking and bringing it to the Queen City!... Read more
Newly opened and revived from the creators of BrewRiver Gastropub, BrewRiver Creole Kitchen is taking the heart of creole cooking and bringing it to the Queen City! BrewRiver is your destination for New Orleans-inspired cuisine, assorted ilbations, and live music!
