Zapata Cantina in Covington Is Both Delicious and Inspired by a Revolutionary

You can always expect fresh Mexican cuisine at Zapata Cantina. And by fresh, we mean seasonal dishes made in-house without the use of a freezer.

Invite The Merry Mare Mobile Bar to Your Next Socially-Distanced Soiree

When you can't go to the bar, have the bar come to you. The Merry Mare is a totally mobile bar you can hire to come to wherever you want in and around Cincinnati.

Good Plates Eatery Does Sandwiches, Quinoa Bowls, & More

You can always expect a good plate (or bowl) at this casual Clifton eatery. They have feel-good favorites for both meat-eaters and vegetarians to enjoy.

Arnold's Bar & Grill Does Thanksgiving For One to One Hundred This Year

Thanksgiving isn't canceled; it's just different this year. Instead of doing the work yourself, why not take advantage of Arnold's Thanksgiving meals? They can make premade meals for one person or a hundred people.

One of Downtown's Most Anticipated Restaurants Opens Its Doors

Magazines such as Vogue and Food & Wine listed it as one of the “most anticipated” restaurants of the year, and we can see why.

Why Pendleton's Saeso Is Unlike Any Other Bar In Cincinnati

Saeso, which opened quietly in October, wants to make you forget for a moment that you're in the Midwest when you step in for a drink. It also boasts a special relationship with Pendleton's finest Airbnb mere feet from its back doorstep.

Elm Street Social Club: Sandwiches With a Side of Nostalgia in OTR

From themed bags, stickers, containers, and Beanie Babies accenting the restaurant to the stellar playlist of 80s and 90s hits playing at all times, nostalgia is a key theme at Elm St. Social Club.

Braxton Makes Its Way Across the River to Pendleton

Braxton has officially put roots down in Cincinnati. You'll find the brewery's newest location in the former 3 Points Urban Brewery in Pendleton.

Hyde Park's Dear Restaurant & Butchery Is a Market and Fine Dining Experience in One

As if being a fine dining restaurant wasn’t enough, the former Teller's in Hyde Park is also home to a butchery, coffee bar, charcuterie counter, and more.

A Former Westwood Firehouse Now Houses One of Cincy's Premier Burger Restaurants

Do you love Nation Kitchen and Bar in Pendleton? Good news. It has a second location, and you can find it in an old firehouse in Westwood.

Take a Year Off Cooking Holiday Dinners and Let Chef's Choice Catering Do It For You

Take the rest of the year off. We all deserve it. Instead of cooking this year, let Chef's Choice make all the dishes for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and every other holiday meal with their Take and Bake meals, boxed lunches, and other options.

Liberty Township's Organic Market Has an On-Site Food Truck and More

Liberty Farm Market's mission is to “nurture a more sustainable, healthy food system to which we all feel connected.” Shoppers will find high-quality, non-GMO products that include grass-fed meats as well as organic and locally sourced groceries.

We're Very Excited About All the Restaurants Participating in Asian Food Week

Over 20 excellent Asian restaurants are participating in this year's Asian Food Week. Every restaurant will offer a $20 three-course prix fixe meal or a secret menu item that's not typically offered at the restaurant. The event runs from November 2-8.

OTR's Newest Nightclub Was Designed For Cincy's LGBTQ+ Community

Owners Richard Cooke & Martin Wagner place exceptional customer service at the core of the business, making sure patrons have an excellent and welcoming experience when they visit.

Head To Northside's Taqueria 251 for Authentic Mexican Street Food

Come for the tacos, stay for the churros. Taqueria 251's excellent take on Mexican street food will have you coming back for more.

Wanna Try "3-Way" Ice Cream? Get It at Eishaus!

Spaghetti ice cream??? Apparently it's a German specialty, and you can get it right on the river.

Awesome Blossom Bakery Does Tasteful Keto Confections

The word decadent isn’t often paired with the phrase “dietary restriction,” however, France native Celine Olivas brings both to the baking table with lovely desserts from Awesome Blossom Bakery.

The Inner City's Newest Craft Brewery Opened in One of the Oldest Parts of Downtown

Focusing on lager production, Rebel Mettle Brewery opened a new two-story taproom inside an old 1925 parking garage with a hefty selection of beer, branded merchandise, and good vibes all around.

Behind the Scenes with Molly Wellmann and Her 5 O'Clocktails Facebook Series

It's 5 o'clock somewhere, and that somewhere is on Molly Wellmann's Facebook where she demonstrates how to make some excellent cocktails in weekly video tutorials. We got a little behind the scenes look at her process.

Small Biz Owner Sanchez Thomas Makes Tasty, Affordable, Nourishing Juices

Thomas’ motivation behind Juice’d-Tox derived from an interest in his own health journey, as well as his mom’s struggle with diabetes.

Cedar In Covington Whisks You Away On a One-Hour Vacation For Brunch

Located on Mainstrasse in Covington, Cedar is so committed to freshness and high-quality food, it doesn't even have a microwave or a freezer on site.

Covington's Unofficial Front Yard Is Filled With Tacos, Korean BBQ, and Fried Chicken

Along with drinks, Covington Yard has loads of outdoor space to enjoy a meal from one of three excellent local restaurants. And it's dog-friendly, too!

Thirsty Locals & Nomads Alike Keep Finding Their Way to Bellevue's Newest Patio

Nomad, a new restaurant and bar on Fairfield Avenue in Bellevue, has it all. Coffee, beer, loaded tots, and one of the nicest patios along the Ohio River.

This Family-Operated Homestyle Kitchen Is Set up at MixWells in Northside

A Donut Pop-Up Opens Every Weekend Inside the Pleasant Ridge Revolution Rotisserie

Revolution Rotisserie’s sweet pop-up, Milkman, is just another reason to get excited for the weekend.

The Taqueria Nogal Food Truck Has Already Made Big Waves, and Plans to Go Bigger

The Dayton, KY food truck is a destination for those seeking authentic Mexican fare, and while it's absolutely killing it on four wheels, its ultimate goal is to open a brick and mortar location.

Eat, Drink, and Make Wine at Two Area Mio Vino Locations

Mio Vino’s second location in Mason makes for a great place to drink wine and even make your own custom blend.

New Riff's Pop-Up Rooftop Bar Is THE Place to Be On a Nice Day

New Riff opened their private rooftop terrace to the public as a space to sip safely, and we're here for it.

Cincinnati Food Tours Let's You Be a Hungry Tourist In Your Own City For a Day

Cincinnati Food Tours are a delicious way to get out and about in Cincinnati and be a tourist for the day.

Now You Can Listen to Local Music, Purchase Wine, and Dine Out Safely at Postmark

While they’ve returned to serving up New American cuisine that features the best in farm goods and old-world ingredients in the main dining area, they've turned what once was a semi-private dining room into a retail wine shop.

This Vine Street Lebanese Restaurant Definitely Deserves Its Namesake

You gotta travel up Vine Street to St. Bernard to get it, and you'll be glad you did.

Cincy's Paramount Building Rumbles to Life With Beer & Jobs For the Community

Esoteric Brewing Co. opened as a way to create jobs for Walnut Hills residents, brew great craft beer, and bring a 100-year-old building back to life.

Walnut Hills' Popular O Pie O Restaurant Opened a Carryout-Centric Second Location In OTR

O Pie O is spreading its dough-main with a second location in Over-the-Rhine.

Third Eye Brewing Company Has a Huge Taproom, Rooftop, and Year-Round Covered Patio

Get yourself out to Sharonville to check out Third Eye Brewing Company's spacious new brewery with both indoor and outdoor accommodations.

Bid Farewell to Summer & Greet Autumn on Losanti's Private Patio

Summer may be winding down in the Queen City, but there’s still plenty of time left for dining and drinking al fresco. Losanti is a perfect place to grab a bite and a drink while enjoying the outdoors.

10 Fabulous Local Hotels With Excellent Restaurants to Match

Whether you're visiting Cincinnati from out of town or a local in need of a night out, all of these hotel bars and restaurants will do the trick.

A Handy Guide To 26 Places Offering To-Go Adult Beverages in Cincinnati

While this isn't a comprehensive list, here are 26 bars and restaurants in Cincinnati that'll mix & make you a tasty drink to enjoy at home.

OTR's Dunlap Cafe Has Served the Neighborhood For Over 80 Years

Dunlap Café’s ‘Adult Happy Meals’ are one of the best and most delightfully packaged to-go options around. The burger box comes with a koozie and your choice of a beer, seltzer, or cocktail.

Sink Your Teeth Into This Shark-Themed Food & Ice Cream Spot in Alexandria

You could say Sharky’s has a Jaws-ome variety of fast food and ice cream specials.

Butlers Pantry Now Has a Sister Cafe Serving Elevated Brunch Next Door

If you're already a fan of Covington's Butlers Pantry, you're going to love the unique breakfast and lunch specialties served right across the RiverCenter lobby at Butlers Pantry Cafe.

Goodfellas Has Expanded Its Delicious Domain to Include Pleasant Ridge

Fans of giant pizza and speakeasy-themed cocktails will be happy to know there's a new Goodfellas & Wiseguy Lounge location in Greater Cincinnati.

Some of the Best BBQ Joints in Town Can Be Found in This Mouthwatering Roundup

The Tri-state certainly isn't short on great BBQ spots. Let this collection of a dozen delectable restaurants be your guide to all kinds of smoked and saucy goodness.

This Local Pizza Icon Celebrated His 90th Birthday in Altruistic Style

LaRosa's has contributed $1,000 for every year of life their pizzeria's patriarch has celebrated to the company's new youth-focused foundation. Since he just turned 90, that makes for a whopping $90,000 towards a great cause.

A Local Bourbon Shop Stocks Rare, Vintage Bottles From the Early 1900s Through Today

Curious what bourbon made in 1967 tastes like? How about one from the year you were born? There's a great chance Covington's Revival Vintage Bottle Shop has one from that year you can enjoy.

You Didn't Realize You Needed Mexican Street Dogs Until You See Covington's Newest Spot

From the folks that brought you Agave & Rye comes Papi Jocho's: a Mexican street dog and taco joint that'll knock your socks off.

A Popular Mt. Adams Restaurant Reopens In OTR After Three Years of Closure

If you thought Teak was gone for good, think again. The popular Thai & sushi spot that closed in 2017 is back and better than ever, but this time it's in Over-the-Rhine.

You Know You Want This Short Rib and Brisket Burger

If there's a heaven, this burger is just inside the pearly white gates.

After Recovering From an Accident, Guy Cummins Showed Everyone Something Awesome

Guy remembers making a deal with himself during his recovery, saying, "Let me walk again and I'll do something cool for someone every day."

Plum Street Cafe Has Been a Neighborhood Hangout Since 1984

Plum Street Cafe has been a friendly, neighborhood joint downtown where guests can grab a drink and a bite to eat at a reasonable price since the 80s.

Get an Upscale, Farm-To-Table Meal To-Go From Red Feather Kitchen

Who says carryout has to be casual? Red Feather Kitchen is keeping customers happy with their upscale, farm-to-table cuisine that’s available for carryout and delivery.

Locally Fed Delivers Meals to Those In Need While Supporting Local Business Owners

Months ago, after realizing the coronavirus wasn't going anywhere any time soon, Madi Rinaldi came up with a brilliant idea: support local restaurants while supplying meals to shelters, food pantries, hospitals, and more by way of fundraising and coordination. That idea became Locally Fed.

Urbana Cafe's New Location Features an Art Loft & Coffee Lab

Urbana Cafe, Pendleton's premiere place to grab a cup of joe, recently moved a half block down Broadway into an upgraded, lovely corner space loyal fans and newcomers alike will enjoy.

From Seafood to Schnitzel, Kreimer's Bier Haus Has Everything You Want

Experience old-world German vibes inside and fantastic riverside bar outside when you dine at Kreimer's Bier Haus.

Conscious Kitchen Keeps It Healthy and Delicious With All-American Sandwiches + More

While carnivores will find plenty to enjoy on the menu, vegetarians and pescatarians will be delighted to learn Conscious Kitchen caters to their diets as well.

We Know a Sweet Place to Satisfy Late-Night Dessert Cravings

Night owls can still get fresh sweets from this bakery. Staying up late is kind of their thing.

Sayler Park Coffee Gives 100% of Its Profits Back to the Community

The owners of this west side coffee shop hope to bring people together over coffee while supporting their neighborhood with everything they earn.

The Lot Behind HomeMakers Bar Has Been Transformed Into a Cool Summer Hangout

HomeMakers' Outpost is a fantastic summer-long pop-up where you can enjoy cocktails, sandwiches, and picnic-style food.

An Auto Shop in Covington Switched Gears and Now Does Food & Drink

It’s not every day the auto shop is the one getting the new paint job and repairs. However, that’s exactly what happened on this Covington corner when a pair of popular business owners transformed it into a bar and restaurant.

Westwood's Ivory House Pays Homage to a P&G Founder Through Fine Dining

Owners Frank Eversole & Rick Pouliot wanted the restaurant to pay homage to Westwood’s James N. Gamble—the co-founder of Procter & Gamble. He was the soap maker behind one of the company’s first products, Ivory Soap.

Holy Wispy Thin Pancakes, Batman! OTR's Newest Diner Is as Stunning as It Is Delicious

When the diner has a Sistine Chapel-esque breakfast mural on the ceiling, you know you’re in for an amazing meal.

'Tiki Tiki Bang Bang' Combines Surf-Tastic Drinks With a Killer Patio & Movie Clips

Tiki Tiki Bang Bang we love you, and our Tiki Tiki Bang Bang loves us too.

La Terza Coffee Offers a Popular Tour of Their Roasterie Every Saturday

Yeah, brewery tours are cool, but have you tried one devoted entirely to coffee?

The Chutzpah-Filled Bagels You Crave Are Next to the Roebling Bridge

Enjoy your favorite sandwich from Lil's Bagels on the “patiyo”, through the pickup “windough”, or have it rolled your way via delivery.

Montgomery's Newest Brewery, in Addition to Food, Also Serves Craft Beer From Colorado

MPH stands for Montgomery Public House, though owners and employees like to think it also means “Making People Happy."

The Fix Coffeehouse & Bar Is a Charming East Walnut Hills Hangout

Part coffeehouse. Part bar. All Amazing.

Built in 1895, This McMicken Street Building Now Houses a Brewery & Distillery

While Northern Row Brewery & Distillery has stayed busy making hand sanitizer, they also make craft beer and spirits using pre-Prohibition recipes.

Dr. Lee Dreams Big and Brings Cincy Its Sugar Fix

"Life as an entrepreneur has not gone without exceptional struggles. ...I'm simply amazed at how far we have come, and, for Sugar, this is only the beginning. We hope that you will join us, follow our journey, and be inspired to dream bigger!"

Pastry Chef Katie Rowen Brings a Delicious Assortment of Baked Goods to Clifton

People with a sweet tooth: What awaits you in this gallery is nothing short of craving-inducing. Consider this your warning!

Have a Drink, Eat Good Food, and Relax With a Movie on Night Drop's Patio This Summer

There are several elements that make Night Drop's summer cinema series excellent. Hit movies projected on a screen + large outdoor patio + delicious food + handcrafted cocktails = perfection.

We Love Galactic Fried Chicken to the Moon and Back

The chicken is outta this world. We give it five stars. Additional space puns.

Poseidon's Has Specialty Pies and Discounts for Teachers, Nurses, & Others

Poseidon's Pizza Company goes a step further when it comes to doling out fresh pies by using non-GMO ingredients and shredding the cheese fresh in-house.

Feast Grazing Platters Puts the 'Taste' in Tasteful Arrangements for Any Occasion

Now's a perfect time to go on a fancy picnic. Why not let Feast Grazing Platters pack you a grazing box you'll never forget?

Coffee and Breakfast in Evanston Means a Trip to Cream + Sugar Coffee House

Enjoy specialty coffee, toast, and yogurt bowls for your next morning or afternoon pick-me-up.

An NYC-Based Foundation Swooped in to Aid 3 Local Restaurateurs During Crisis

The James Beard Foundation recognized the extent to which restaurants are woven into the economic, social and cultural fabric of the community, and acted swiftly to provide stabilizing funds during what continues to be a volatile time.

Green Man Twist Unites the Walnut Hills Community With Ice Cream

For Green Man Twist, it's never been much about the revenue as it is prioritizing the employees and local customers. It sits on Walnut Hills' Green Man Park, where the community comes together over a universal love for iceam.

The Governor Has Mandated Every Diner Shall Have a Delicious Meal

And ya gotta go to Old Milford to have it!

Over-the-Rhine's New Chili Parlor Slings Cincy-Style Chili, Burgers, and Much More

Over-the-Rhine's first new chili parlor to open in four decades opened right next to Rhinegeist Brewery, and we're here for the coneys, burgers, and milkshakes on the menu.

Alfio's Masterfully Blends the Flavors of Italian and Argentine Cuisine

When you grow up in Argentina eating delicious Italian recipes made by grandma, this is what you get.

Newport on the Levee's New Bridgeview Box Park Is an Exciting Addition to the Riverfront

If you needed a reason to revisit Newport on the Levee, Bridgeview Box Park is it. It features multiple box truck restaurants and retailers.

Feelin' Some Falafel? Starvin' for Shawarma? We Know a Place

They're open for carryout and dine-in. The patio right next to it is excellent, by the way.

Reminder: Baker's Table Is Delicious and Very Much Open for Business

Ranked as one of the "best new restaurants in America" according to Eater.com and USA Today, Baker's Table's rustic dining is a must-experience for any foodie in the area.

Say 'Ciao' to the Northern Italian Restaurant Inside the Lytle Park Hotel

Whether you're checking in or just dining in, a visit to Subito in The Lytle Park Hotel won't disappoint.

Goodies in Mt. Healthy Does the Kansas City-Style BBQ You Crave

If you haven’t tried the hand-rubbed, smoked goodness of Goodies barbecue, it’s time to change that.

Lucius Q Fired Up the Smoker for Dine-In, Carryout, and Delivery

A little pandemic won't stop Pendleton's BBQ behemoth from smoking the meats and serving the sides you love.

Learn How to Make Incredible Crepes at Home with Chef Kayla Robison

As part of her ongoing Facebook Live Quarantine Cooking with Kayla series, Chef Kayla Robison of Arnold's Bar and Grill recently aired an episode walking us through the ins and outs of making both sweet and savory crepes.

A North Bend Farm Has Supported Farm-To-Table Goods Since 1855

Carriage House Farm expanded with a new property that features an on-site market stocked with locally produced goods.

Southern Grace Cincy Was Born Out of One Woman's Passion for Homestyle Cooking

Owner Nickey Stevenson's upbringing inspired her to start a catering business because her grandmother, who cooked family dinner every Sunday when she was younger, instilled in her a life-long passion for cooking.

For Over 15 Years, Baba India Restaurant Has Been Oakley's Go-To Authentic Indian Eatery

Baba India is now catering to both dine-in and takeout guests alike who are craving authentic Indian cuisine.

From Food Window to Corner Shop, Boom Box Buns Skips Over to Republic Street

They’ve got good buns and we cannot lie. They also have bigger digs to call their own now.

Need Provisions For a Bonfire or Movie Night? Go to Pleasant Ridge

Lonely Pine and Overlook Lodge want you to enjoy a scary movie night at home with dinner and camping provisions available for pick-up.

7 Great Black-Owned Local Restaurants & Bakeries We've Thoroughly Enjoyed Over the Years

From West African cuisine to all-American baked goods, here are 7 restaurants, cafes, and bakeries we've personally enjoyed over the last several years and know you will, too.

As the Weather Warms, Chill Out With a Boozy Milkshake in East Walnut Hills

Enjoy adult shakes inspired by 'Saved by the Bell' at Night Drop's patio pop-up.

We Highly Recommend Goose & Elder's Robust To-Go Menu

Burgers, fried chicken, and roasted Brussels sprouts? Don't mind if I do!

Ohio-Based Vertical Farms Use Clean Methods to Grow Loads of Greens

80 Acres Farms uses indoor farms to produce more greens than the average outdoor farm. And they do it 365 days a year using renewable energy and 97 percent less water, too. Talk about a life hack...

Two Local Businesses Combined Forces to Meet Our Meat, Cheese, & Wine Needs

Yes, even cheese and wine nights can be packaged and delivered to your home or brought out to your car for convenient curbside pickup.

The Newest Reason to Visit 50 West Is For Its 1950s-Inspired Burger Bar

Just in time for summer!