A new bar and restaurant at The Banks will bring the outside in. The Park, a new concept from Greater Cincinnati hospitality leaders Will Hodges and Chase Daoud, is expected to open this summer at 161 E. Freedom Way.
Hodges is a fixture of the entertainment scene at The Banks, and this is his and Daoud’s second venture together: The pair opened The Well bar in Covington in January 2023.
The Park’s concept, as its name suggests, offers the outdoor feel of a park setting, with a tree-like sculpture centerpiece that guests can dine under inside and year-round patio seating outside. The space will have a modern aesthetic, and the drinks menu will feature cocktails and classic beverages.
The drinks will also be paired with food from Good Plates Eatery, a creative, American-style restaurant in CUF that offers the perfect picnic-esque food for a day at "The Park." Chef Andrew Schlanser of Good Plates is known for serving classic American comfort food with bold flavors, including sandwiches and bowls for both meat-eaters and vegetarians.
Good Plates and Schlanser are also known for giving back to the community, having offered thousands of free holiday meals over the last few years and hosting coat drives. Schlanser says he’s always looking for new ways to engage with and feed the community.
The Park is expected to open in June. For more information, follow The Park on Instagram at @theparkcincy.
