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The Best New Bars in Greater Cincinnati, According to CityBeat Readers

Every year, CityBeat publishes the Best Of Cincinnati®, wherein readers and staffers alike pick which bars are the booziest, which people are…

By CityBeat Staff

Apr 11, 2024

No. 3 Best New Bar: Binski’s Bar
2872 Colerain Ave., Camp Washington
When Binski’s Bar opened last year, it did so with the goal of being Camp Washington’s communal watering hole. The bar sits in a bright green building from the early 1900s that was originally a saloon and boarding house (wink wink). An Old Style sign hangs outside — "a signal to anyone in Chicago you’re about to walk into a great bar,” says owner Kiel Erdelac. Inside, visitors will find some classic bar staples like a CD jukebox, darts, rotating drink specials and a community that makes you feel welcome.

Drink recommendation: The beer on the sign: Heileman's Old Style.

The Best New Restaurants in Greater Cincinnati, According to CityBeat Readers

Every year, CityBeat publishes the Best Of Cincinnati®, wherein readers and staffers alike pick which bars are the booziest, which people are…

By CityBeat Staff

Apr 11, 2024

No. 1 Best New Restaurant: Opal Rooftop Restaurant & Bar
535 Madison Ave., Covington
Stunning views of Cincinnati and Covington and specially curated and intentional design elements that shift as you move throughout Opal Rooftop Restaurant & Bar will have you thinking you’re dining in a real gemstone. The design, lighting and food are a mood, the latter of which is an experience driven by the restaurant’s Grillworks wood-fired grill, the only one of its kind in a two-hour radius. This unique grill drives Opal’s open-fire grill and wine-forward menu, which features dishes made from fresh, local fare and products, and the craft cocktail menu and wine selection have been curated to complement the dishes.

Menu recommendation: The Chicken: Al pastor yogurt chicken with carrots, charred onion, whipped feta, fennel pollen and piquillo peppers.

Arts & Culture

12 Things To Do in Cincinnati This Weekend (April 12-14)

We're almost to the weekend, Cincinnati. There's plenty of fun to look forward to, including CityBeat's Best of Cincinnati event on April…

By Katie Griffith

Apr 10, 2024

Schedule a Tour of the Cincinnati Type and Print Museum
When: All weekend at 10 a.m., 12 p.m. or 1 p.m.

Where: Cincinnati Type and Print Museum, Price Hill

What: Tour the museum and learn about the history of printing with actual, working machinery and tools.

Who: Cincinnati Type and Print Museum

Why: Must schedule visit. The museum just became the first non-commercial graphic arts organization to receive the William Maxwell Award from the prestigious Graphic Media Alliance in the Southern Ohio region.

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These are Cincinnati's Best Restaurants, According to CityBeat Readers

Every year, CityBeat publishes the Best Of Cincinnati®, wherein readers and staffers alike decide which bars are the booziest, which people are…

By CityBeat Staff

Apr 10, 2024

No. 7 Overall Restaurant: Boca
114 E. Sixth St., Downtown

These are Cincinnati's Best Bars, According to CityBeat Readers

Every year, CityBeat publishes the Best Of Cincinnati®, wherein readers and staffers alike pick which bars are the booziest, which people are…

By CityBeat Staff

Apr 10, 2024

No. 4 Overall Bar: Northside Yacht Club
4231 Spring Grove Ave., Northside

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

Every year, CityBeat publishes the Best Of Cincinnati®, wherein readers and staffers alike pick which bars are the booziest, which people are…

By CityBeat Staff

Sep 7, 2023

No. 9 Best Sports Bar: Lucius Q
1131 Broadway St., Pendleton

The 10 Best Places to Get Ice Cream in Greater Cincinnati, According to Our Readers

Every year, CityBeat publishes the Best Of Cincinnati®, wherein readers and staffers alike pick which bars are the booziest, which people are…

By CityBeat Staff

Aug 3, 2023

No. 1: Graeter’s Ice Cream
Multiple locations

These Places Have Greater Cincinnati's Best Margaritas, According to Our Readers

Every year, CityBeat publishes the Best Of Cincinnati®, wherein readers and staffers alike pick which bars are the booziest, which people are…

By CityBeat Staff

Jul 24, 2023

Best Margarita No. 6: Cactus Pear
3215 Jefferson Ave., Clifton

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Greater Cincinnati's Best Bakeries for a Sweet Treat, According to Our Readers

Every year, CityBeat publishes the Best Of Cincinnati®, wherein readers and staffers alike pick which bars are the booziest, which people are…

By CityBeat Staff

Jul 18, 2023

No. 1 Best Bakery (Sweets): The BonBonerie
2030 Madison Road, O’Bryonville

News & Opinion

The Best Cincinnati Restaurants for Waterfront Dining, According to Our Readers

Every year, CityBeat publishes the Best Of Cincinnati®, wherein readers and staffers alike pick which bars are the booziest, which people are…

By CityBeat Staff

Jun 20, 2023

No. 2 Best Restaurant for Waterfront Dining: Cabana on the River
7445 Forbes Road, Sayler Park

The Best LGBTQ+ Bars in Greater Cincinnati, According to Our Readers

Every year, CityBeat publishes the Best Of Cincinnati®, wherein readers and staffers alike pick which bars are the booziest, which people are…

By Katherine Barrier

Jun 1, 2023

Best LGBTQ+ Bar No. 7: Old Street Saloon
13 Old St., # B, Monroe

These Are the Best Local Wineries in the Cincinnati Area, According to Our Readers

Every year, CityBeat publishes the Best Of Cincinnati®, wherein readers and staffers alike pick which bars are the booziest, which people are…

By CityBeat Staff

May 25, 2023

Best Local Winery No. 8: StoneBrook Winery
6570 Vineyard Lane, Melbourne

The Best Pizza Joints in Greater Cincinnati, According to Our Readers

Every year, CityBeat publishes the Best Of Cincinnati®, wherein readers and staffers alike pick which bars are the booziest, which people are…

By CityBeat Staff

May 15, 2023

Best Overall Pizza No. 1: Taglio
56 E. 12th St., Over-the-Rhine; 3531 Columbia Parkway, Columbia Tusculum; 9321 Montgomery Road, Montgomery

The Best Rooftop Bars in Greater Cincinnati, According to CityBeat Readers

Every year, CityBeat publishes the Best Of Cincinnati®, wherein readers and staffers alike pick which bars are the booziest, which people are…

By CityBeat Staff

May 10, 2023

No. 1 Best Rooftop Bar: Rhinegeist
1910 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine

The Best Breweries and Taprooms in Greater Cincinnati, According to CityBeat Readers

Every year, CityBeat publishes the Best Of Cincinnati®, wherein readers and staffers alike pick which bars are the booziest, which people are…

By CityBeat Staff

Apr 17, 2023

No. 1 Best Brewery: Rhinegeist
1910 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine

The Best Burgers and Veggie Burgers in Cincinnati, According to CityBeat Readers

Every year, CityBeat publishes the Best Of Cincinnati®, wherein readers and staffers alike pick which bars are the booziest, which people are…

By CityBeat Staff

Apr 12, 2023

No. 7 Best Best Overall (Non-Chain) Burger (TIE): Sammy’s Craft Burgers and Beers
4767 Creek Road, Blue Ash

These are the Best Brunch Spots in Cincinnati, According to CityBeat Readers

Every year, CityBeat publishes the Best Of Cincinnati®, wherein readers and staffers alike pick which bars are the booziest, which people are…

By CityBeat Staff

Apr 7, 2023

No. 1 Best Brunch: Sleepy Bee
8 E. Fourth St., Downtown; 3098 Madison Road, Oakley; 9514 Kenwood Road, Blue Ash; 5920 Hamilton Ave., College Hill

The Best New Bars in Greater Cincinnati, According to CityBeat Readers

Every year, CityBeat publishes the Best Of Cincinnati®, wherein readers and staffers alike pick which bars are the booziest, which people are…

By CityBeat Staff

Apr 6, 2023

No. 1 Best New Bar: Alice
1432 Main St., Over-the-Rhine

These Are The Best New Restaurants in Greater Cincinnati, According to CityBeat Readers

Every year, CityBeat publishes the Best Of Cincinnati®, wherein readers and staffers alike pick which bars are the booziest, which people are…

By CityBeat Staff

Apr 5, 2023

No. 1 Best New Restaurant: Mama’s on Main
621 Main St., Covington

Cincinnati's Top 10 Barbecue Spots, According to CityBeat Readers

Hungry for some meat that's been smoked, pulled or slathered in barbecue sauce? Look no further than this list to sate your…

By CityBeat Staff

Jun 9, 2021

Cincinnati's Top 10 Barbecue Spots, According to CityBeat Readers

Arts & Culture

These Are Cincinnati’s 10 Best Independent Bookstores, as Voted by CityBeat Readers

The Queen City is home to a vibrant community of bookworms. And lucky for them, there are plenty of locally-owned neighborhood bookstores…

By CityBeat Staff

Apr 22, 2021

No. 3: Roebling Point Books & Coffee
306 Greenup St., Covington
As the name suggests Roebling Point, is both an indie bookstore and community coffee shop. Owner Richard Hunt likes to refer to it as a third place  that space that isnt work or home but feels just as comfortable. Roebling Point has created its niche by providing fair-trade, organic coffee in addition to books and by sharing profound quotes on the chalkboards on the buildings exterior. Multiple rooms house a customer-influenced book inventory. Fiction and non-fiction works rest among local authors, poetry, childrens books and a handful of classics.
Photo: Francisco Huerta

Here's Where to Find Cincinnati's Best Takeout Restaurants

CityBeat has been in the business of curating the Best Of Cincinnati® for more than two decades, highlighting the city’s most outstanding selections in Eats,…

By CityBeat Staff

Apr 16, 2021

No. 5 Best Takeout: Gomez Salsa
107 E. 12th St., Over-the-Rhine
Gomez Salsa in Over-the-Rhine has a walk-up takeout window, so it's no wonder it made it on this list of best takeout. Between Gomez's signature turtles  a burrito-sized tortilla stuffed with meat, veggies, salsa and sauce and sealed with a crunchy cheesy kiss  tacos, burritos and fresh drinks, there is something for everyone. Gomez also has a restaurant in Walnut Hills for sit-down dining.
Photo: Lindsay McCarty

Cincinnati's 10 Best Brunch Spots Worth Getting Out of Bed For

CityBeat has been in the business of curating the Best Of Cincinnati® for more than two decades, highlighting the city’s most outstanding selections in Eats,…

By CityBeat Staff

Apr 9, 2021

3. Boomtown Biscuits & Whiskey
1201 Broadway St., Pendleton
Its biscuit time any time at this frontier-themed eatery. The star of the show  and menu  are baked golden nuggets of goodness. These buttery, soft discs with a close crumb and a browned, lightly bubbled top are present in everything from sandwiches and bowls to sweets. The Gold Shoes has three biscuits and a choice of gravy  Sawmill, Peppercorn or Vegan Tomato. Also check out Aunt Sallys Shrimp: Thai-inspired lemongrass shrimp with coconut chili gravy, smoked cheddar grits, and diced country ham. A second location will be opening in Union, Kentucky this year.
Photo: Hailey Bollinger

Cincinnati's 10 Best Rooftop Bars to Visit This Summer

Yes, sweet summertime will be here before you know it... which means it's time to figure out which local rooftop bars you…

By CityBeat Staff

Apr 1, 2021

1. Rhinegeist
1910 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine
Rhinegeist has worked quickly over the past half-decade to become one of the citys favorite local brewers. Their 25,000-square-foot warehouse tucked away on the north end of Elm is home to boozy alchemy and big house parties. Head upstairs to the weather-dependent giant patio. This very chill wooden rooftop deck features ample seating and an upstairs bar with more than a dozen draft beers and ciders, plus a selection of wine and draft cocktails.
Photo: Hailey Bollinger

These are Cincinnati's Best Restaurants, According to CityBeat Readers

Every year, CityBeat publishes the Best of Cincinnati, wherein readers and staffers alike decide which bars are the booziest, which people are…

By CityBeat Staff

Mar 31, 2021

Best New Restaurant
1. Ivory House, ivoryhousecincy.com
2. The Governor, governordiner.com
3. Fifty West Burger Bar, fiftywestbrew.com
4. Good Plates Eatery, goodplateseatery.com
5. Khora, khorarestaurant.com
6. Galactic Fried Chicken, galacticfriedchicken.com
7. Pepp & Dolores, peppanddolores.com
8. Dear Restaurant & Butchery, dear-restaurant.com
9. Taqueria 251, taqueria2five1.com
10. OTR Chili Co., otrchilico.com
Photo: Hailey Bollinger

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Cincinnati's 22 Best Burgers and Veggie Burgers As Voted By You

From backyard grill outs and roadside drive-thrus to gourmet interpretations, these beefy bunned babies are like a slab of comfort food you…

By CityBeat Staff

Aug 12, 2020

Overall Burger: 1. Nation Kitchen & Bar
1200 Broadway St., Pendleton
Nation has been an anchor in the Over-the-Rhine/Pendleton burger scene since 2015 with its inviting atmosphere and simple and delicious menu. Operated by Hickory Wald Hospital-
ity, their second location is set to open in Westwood later this year. Nation is one of the top-voted burgers destinations the city for two main reasons: 1) the toppings are straightforward, with only one or two extra ingredients in addition to the standard LTOP (aka lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle), keeping the burgers approachable. 2) Nations signature double-stacked thin patty allows for double the cheese (aka double the goodness). The most popular burger on the menu is a tie between The Nation Burger (smoked cheddar, whiskey barbecue sauce, onion straws and horseradish aioli) and the Whiskey Bacon (cheddar, bacon, barbecue and apple slaw).
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Cincinnati's 10 Best Burger Spots, Ranked by Our Readers

CityBeat's Best of Cincinnati issue has officially arrived, highlighting the city’s most outstanding Arts & Culture, Eats, Shops & Services, Music & Nightlife,…

By CityBeat Staff

Apr 2, 2020

1. Nation Kitchen & Bar
1200 Broadway St., Pendleton
Photo via Facebook.com/nationkitchenandbar

Cincinnati's 10 Best New Restaurants, as Voted by Our Readers

CityBeat's Best of Cincinnati issue has officially arrived, highlighting the city’s most outstanding Arts & Culture, Eats, Shops & Services, Music & Nightlife,…

By CityBeat Staff

Mar 31, 2020

Cincinnati's 10 Best Brunch Spots, According to CityBeat Readers

CityBeat's Best of Cincinnati issue has officially arrived, highlighting the city’s most outstanding Arts & Culture, Eats, Shops & Services, Music &…

By CityBeat Staff

Mar 27, 2020

3. Taste of Belgium
6 W. Freedom Way, The Banks; 1133 Vine St., Over-the-Rhine; 2845 Vine St., Corryville; 3825 Edward Road, Rookwood
Photo: Hailey Bollinger

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