Cincinnati Nightlife / Bars

1132 Bar - 1132 Race St. - (513) 721-9103 - Neighborhood bar serving hamburgers and good fun.

Alive One - 41 Pavilion St. - (513) 721-6977 - Located in Mt. Adams, Alive One combines the very best of music and spirits.

Arlin's Restaurant and Beer Garden - 307 Ludlow Av. - (513) 751-6566 - Neighborhood feel makes it a great place to make or meet friends. It offers dollar drink specials, open mic, free billiards and live music weekly.

Arnie's on the Levee - 120 E. Third St. - (859) 431-4340 - Located in Newport, Arnie's is an upscale but casual neighborhood sports with lots of big-screen TV's and a DJ spinning on weekends.

Arnold's Bar & Grill - 210 E. Eighth St. - (513) 421-6234 - The oldest bar in Cincinnati, live music or theater performances take place in the courtyard.

Baba Budan's - 239 W. McMillian St. - (513) 221-1911 - Baba's is a UC institution that offers the college crowd and locals a chance to sit, relax, and people watch in a casual, colorful surroundings.

Bar at Palm Court - 35 W. Fifth St., Hilton Cincinnati - (513) 421-9100 - Casual American fare in a breathtaking setting. Extensive wine list. Piano player and jazz trio Friday and Saturday evenings.

Bar Louie - 1 Levee Way - (859) 291-4222 - Located in Newport, an energetic urban feel has made it popular at Newport on the Levee. Enjoy the warm surroundings, hardwood floors, plasma TV's and a variety of seating options.

Bartini's Premier Martini Lounge  - (513) 381-5002 - An exciting and hip night spot!

Beer Sellar - 301 Riverboat Row (859) 431-6969 - Featuring 60 great brews on tap, 120 import bottles, plenty of parking and a floating river view.

Below Zero Lounge - 1122 Walnut St. (513) 421-9376 - A martini lounge serving over fifty vodkas, some below zero. Three plush lounges, light fare, the city's first video jukebox and more. Second floor party suite capacity 160 people. Free WiFi.

Blind Lemon Cafe - 936 Hatch St. - (513) 241-3885 - Stop up on the hill and have a drink with us and take in the atmosphere of Cincinnati’s most unique and romantic bar.

Blue Wisp Jazz Club - 318 E. Eighth St. - (513) 241-9477 - A popular jazz club downtown, the venue features local and national acts every night of the week.

Campanello's Italian Restaurant - 414 Central Ave. - (513) 721-9833 - For over twenty five years, Cincinnati's most popular italian restaurant! Come see Jamie and Mary Ann!

Captain's Cove Lounge - 500 Monmouth St. - (859) 431-3322 - Lunch & dinner specials. Late night lounge.

Cock & Bull English Pub - 601 Main St. - (859) 581-4253 - Featuring bangers and mash, fish and chips, chicken Caesar salad and penne pasta. Lagers, bitters, stouts and even a cider, offered on tap by the pint and half-pint, and bottled beers from around the world. Carry-out available.

Cork n' Bottle - 501 Crescent Ave, Covington - (859) 261-8333 - For the wine enthusiast.

Cosmo's Grille Pub - 604 Main St. - (859) 261-1330 - Serves burgers, chicken, fish, soup, salad. Full bar.

Cricket Lounge, The - 601 Vine St., The Cincinnatian - (513) 381-3000 - Lunch and light evening fare. Live entertainment in the evening. High Tea served Monday to Saturday, through New Year's Eve, and then Thursday to Saturday through Easter. Reservations Required for High Tea. Box Lunches available.

Crowley's - 958 Pavilion St. (513) 721-7709 - Cincinnati’s oldest Irish pub. Open daily noon–2:30AM.

Fat Shannon's - 641 Main St. - (859) 261-9555 - Another great MainStrasse pub with its own unique personality.

GameWorks - 1 Levee Way, Suite 2130 - (859) 581-PLAY - It's the ultimate destination where guests can eat, drink, party and play. All the best elements of a great night out in one location, including a full service restaurant with a fantastic menu and casual decor; a cool, high-energy bar serving signature martinis and specialty cocktails, and the most entertaining interactive games and attractions in the world.

Happy Days Tavern - 801 Bakewell St. - (859) 261-6607 - The smiley face says it all!

Head First Sports Cafe - 218 W. Third St. - (513) 721-3767 - Sports bar. Lunch M-F 11-3pm.

In Between Tavern - 307 Sycamore St. - (513) 621-7009 - With its outdoor patio, the In Between is a favorite spot to gather before and after Reds games. A year-round local hangout.

Jax Grill at GameWorks - 1 Levee Way, Suite 2130 - (859) 581-PLAY - Located inside GameWorks, giving you a front row view of all the action, without sacrificing a great dining experience.

Jefferson Hall Saloon - 1 Levee Way, Newport, KY. (859) 491-6200 Open 7 days a week in Newport On The Levee with live music and food.

Longworth's Tavern - 1108 St. Gregory St. (513) 651-2253 - Historic restaurant, nightclub, garden & sidewalk café.

Machine Room at the Great American Ball Park - 100 Main St., Great American Ball Park - (513) 765-7606 - Full service restaurant and bar serving contemporary cuisine.

Madonna's Bar & Grill - 11 E. Seventh St. - (513) 621-8838 - The pool table and friendly bartenders make Madonna's a favorite spot for locals. Kitchen M-F 11-7pm.

MainStrasse Village Pub - 619 Main St. - (859) 431-5552 - We offer over 125 imported and micro-brewed beers, along with two pool tables, darts and pinball.

Mansion Hill Tavern - 502 Washington Ave. - (859) 581-0100 - Lunch Tuesday - Friday. Enjoy Blues music every Friday and Saturday night.

Metropolis - 125 Forest Fair Dr - (513) 671-2881 - Three clubs in one building!

Milton's - 301 Milton St. - (513) 784-9938 - The Prospect Hill Tavern.

Monastery Wine Bar - 1101 St. Gregory St. (513) 241-9009 - Great selection of international and domestic wine and beer.

Mr. Pitiful's - 1323 Main St. - (513) 369-0202 - Located in the Main Street Entertainment District.

Mt. Adams Bar and Grill - 949 Pavilion St. (513) 621-3666 - Fun, contemporary neighborhood restaurant with a year ’round porch and friendly prices!

Mt. Adams Pavilion - 949 Pavilion St. (513) 744-9200 - The Pavilion is located in the heart of Mt. Adams.

Neon's on 12th - 208 E. Twelfth St. - (513) 721-2919 - Oldest and coolest bar in area.

O'Malley's - 25 W. Ogden Place - (513) 381-3114 - Full bar. Sandwiches and appetizers with quick service. Kitchen open late.

Pachinko Saloon - 424 W. Sixth St. - (859) 431-6400 - 130 beers, great variety of music.

Plum St. Cafe - 423 Plum St. - (513) 651-4341 - Homemade soups, sandwiches and salads. Lunch M-F 11-2.

Rockin Robin's - 10 W. Seventh St. - (513) 621-1000 - Full bar. Sandwiches and appetizers with quick service. Kitchen open late.

Shaker's In Town - 711 Main St. - (513) 361-0777 - Great homestyle menu. Kitchen open late.

Southgate House - 24 E. Third St. - (859) 431-2201 - A bar and music venue that has been called "one of the best places to hear live music for its intimate setting and cozy sound." The first floor a.k.a. Junie's Lounge pool tables and the landmark jukebox. The Ballroom located downstairs features a bar and balcony for larger performances. Additional parlour on the second floor features more intimate and personal performances. Newly renovated third floor art gallery hosts some of the best local, regional, national and international art.

Strasse Haus - 630 Main St. - (859) 261-1199 - Great food, great fun! Outside beer garden.

Tap & Go  - 950 Pavilion St. - (513) 381-3584 - A unique neighborhood bar in scenic Mt. Adams.

Tavern on the Hill - 1111 St. Gregory St. (513) 421-3309 - A great selection of beers and you have to try the pizza!

The Keystone Bar & Grill - 313 Greenup St. - 859-261-6777 - Great drinks and the best mac n' cheese in the area!

The Lackman - 1237 Vine St. - (513) 381-0741 - The bar that pays homage to the famed Lackman family brewery and pub in Over-the-Rhine.

The Sandbar  - 4609 Kellogg Ave. -  (513) 533-3810 - A place where neither shirts nor shoes are required!

The Righteous Room  - 641 Walnut St. - (513) 381-4408 - A cool place to have a drink and people watch.

Tickets Sports Cafe - 100 W. Sixth St. - (859) 431-1839 - Visit our restored firehouse with satellite and cable sports channels from across the nation. Enjoy an ice cold beer or play a game of pool. Dress is always casual and comfortable.

Tina's - 350 W. Fourth St. - (513) 621-3567 - Neighborhood bar and grill serving lunch and dinner.

Yesterday's Old Time Saloon - 930 Hatch St. (513) 421-9998 - An “old time” saloon for a good time on the hill.

Zola's - 626 Main St. - (859) 261-7510 - We took the hamburger from Jackson Hole in New York, the sandwich style from Alice's in Milwaukee and the fun atmosphere from Diamond Lil's in Durango and we've combined those ingredients into a pub with a kick.

More information at www.mainstrasse.org www.downtowncincinnati.com, www.mtadamstoday.com, www.newportonthelevee.com

 

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