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The Best Sports Bars to Watch the Game in Greater Cincinnati, According to Our Readers

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Every year, CityBeat publishes the Best Of Cincinnati®, wherein readers and staffers alike pick which bars are the booziest, which people are the coolest and which shops are your best bet for dropping a pretty penny. Even for the half-hearted fan, cheering on the Reds, Bengals or any other local sports team among fellow Cincinnatians just hits differently. Luckily, there are plenty of great options for doing just that in Cincinnati — from long-established haunts to newer sports bars with amazing food. Keep scrolling to see which places Cincinnati readers voted as the best sports bars in Greater Cincinnati.
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No. 10 Best Sports Bar: Hoppin' Vines 8150 Montgomery Road, Kenwood
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No. 10 Best Sports Bar: Hoppin' Vines

8150 Montgomery Road, Kenwood
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No. 9 Best Sports Bar: Lucius Q 1131 Broadway St., Pendleton
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No. 9 Best Sports Bar: Lucius Q

1131 Broadway St., Pendleton
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No. 8 Best Sports Bar: Anderson Township Pub 6694 Clough Pike, Anderson Township
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No. 8 Best Sports Bar: Anderson Township Pub

6694 Clough Pike, Anderson Township
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No. 7 (TIE) Best Sports Bar: Higher Gravity 4106 Hamilton Ave., Northside and 10241 Summit Pkwy, Blue Ash
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No. 7 (TIE) Best Sports Bar: Higher Gravity

4106 Hamilton Ave., Northside and 10241 Summit Pkwy, Blue Ash
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No. 7 (TIE) Best Sports Bar: Oakley Pub & Grill 3924 Isabella Ave., Oakley
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No. 7 (TIE) Best Sports Bar: Oakley Pub & Grill

3924 Isabella Ave., Oakley
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No. 6 Best Sports Bar: Queen City Exchange 32 W. Court St., Downtown
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No. 6 Best Sports Bar: Queen City Exchange

32 W. Court St., Downtown
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No. 5 Best Sports Bar: Rhinehaus 119 E. 12th St., Over-the-Rhine
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No. 5 Best Sports Bar: Rhinehaus

119 E. 12th St., Over-the-Rhine
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No. 4 Best Sports Bar: MVP Sports Bar & Grille 6923 Plainfield Road, Silverton
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No. 4 Best Sports Bar: MVP Sports Bar & Grille

6923 Plainfield Road, Silverton
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No. 3 Best Sports Bar: Knockback Nats 10 W. Seventh St., Downtown
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No. 3 Best Sports Bar: Knockback Nats

10 W. Seventh St., Downtown
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No. 2 Best Sports Bar: Second Place 3936 Spring Grove Ave., Northside
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No. 2 Best Sports Bar: Second Place

3936 Spring Grove Ave., Northside
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No. 1 Best Sports Bar: Holy Grail Tavern & Grille 161 Joe Nuxhall Way, The Banks
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No. 1 Best Sports Bar: Holy Grail Tavern & Grille

161 Joe Nuxhall Way, The Banks
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Greater Cincinnati Bars That Also Serve Up Excellent Food

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By CityBeat Staff

Incline Public House 2601 W. Eighth St., East Price Hill Named after the Cincinnati inclines that traveled to Price Hill, Incline Public House features a gorgeous view of the city and delicious American food for brunch, lunch and dinner. While you enjoy the view of downtown Cincinnati on their all-season patio, try one of their popular pizzas, like the equal-parts sweet and salty Prosciutto Fig, featuring fig jam, Italian ham, goat cheese, caramelized onions and arugula on top. Or, build your own using the expansive list of sauces, cheeses and toppings. Pair it with one of their local craft brews on tap and their mouthwatering short rib poutine to split with the table to top off the experience.
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Every year, CityBeat publishes the Best Of Cincinnati®, wherein readers and staffers alike pick which bars are the booziest, which people are…

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No. 10 Best Northern Kentucky Restaurant: The Baker’s Table 1004 Monmouth St., Newport This farm-to-table restaurant offers rustic, seasonal dishes featuring fresh and locally sourced ingredients. The menu offers prix-fixe dining, as well as pastas and mains. Don't skip dessert, especially the Chocolate Satin. Menu recommendation: Bolognese: Visit on Monday nights for a double portion of this delicious pasta dish alongside a seasonal salad and live jazz music for just $35.
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The Best Breakfast Spots in Greater Cincinnati, According to Our Readers

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No. 9 Best Breakfast: Blue Jay Restaurant 4154 Hamilton Ave., Northside This homey Northside diner has been owned and operated by the Petropoulos family since 1967. Stepping inside is almost like stepping back in time with the row of cozy booths, wood paneling on the walls and the dining counter. The menu features classic breakfast and lunch dishes that come in generous portions, as well as Cincinnati-style chili. Menu recommendation: The Northsider: A 3-Way omelet with cheddar cheese and chili that you can also build up to a 7-Way by adding onion, tomatoes, peppers and/or beans.
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Support local restaurants and indulge in some delicious specials for Greater Cincinnati Restaurant Week this week. Restaurant Week returns Monday-Sunday, April 15-21…

By Katherine Barrier

Nicholson’s Pub 625 Walnut St., Downtown $36 Lunch & Dinner First Course: Choice of: Grilled Romaine Salad (romaine heart, toasted breadcrumbs, Caesar dressing and shredded parmesan) or Tavern Salad (spring mix, dried cranberries, Granny Smith apples, Stilton blue cheese crumbles and house-made bee pollen vinaigrette) Second Course: Choice of: Half Rack of Baby Back Ribs (with garlic roasted potatoes, coleslaw and Scottish BBQ) // Grilled Salmon (with fresh vegetables, mashed potatoes and highland beurre blanc) // or Lamb Loin Chops (two 4-oz. chops, charred broccolini, mashed potatoes and mint chutney) Third Course: Choice of: Sticky Toffee Pudding (Scottish steamed pudding, dates and toffee sauce) or Pineapple Upside-Down Cake (caramelized brown sugar pineapple and cherry topping)
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