Mouthwatering Beer Bar in Cincinnati

Taste of Belgium - Rookwood

★★★★☆ 4 (631) • $$

"Taste of Belgium has a couple locations, but I can only speak for this one as I was only in town for a weekend for a wedding. First - parking is plenty as it's located in a shopping plaza. You might have to walk a bit, but certainly not hard to find a spot. Second - even on a Saturday at 11am, it didn't take us (a party of 5) more than 10 minutes to get seated. The place is lively, but not overcrowded, and the staff was both friendly and attentive. Onto the most important part: the food! You can't go to a place with Belgium in the name and not order Belgian waffles. The waffles are pretty small in size, they aren't American-sized for sure. We had the Strawberries and Cream waffle (with additional Nutella), Goetta Hash, Breakfast Plate, Omelette, and Chicken and Waffle. All was delicious! Things to point out: the sweet waffle was about palm-sized, and 70% whip-cream with a light drizzle of whip cream and thin layer of strawberries, haha. I was fine with it because I love cream, but your mileage may vary. For the chicken and waffle, this is their most popular dish and I understand why. I do recommend having the sauces on the side so you can portion as you like - I found the hot sauce much more overpowering than the syrup. Overall, a great brunch spot!"

The Red Yeti

★★★★☆ 4.1 (588) • $$

"4 stars.Service here was amazing!! Jessica took great care of us during our visit.We arrived too late for brunch - the cutoff is 1:45. So, we ate off the "transition menu" which is an abbreviated menu that allows them to flip over to the dinner menu.We enjoyed the truffle fries. The brisket sandwich was fantastic. The fried chicken was tasty, too. As for the sides... The grits were very savory. The braised kale was surprisingly good. It's almost like collard greens, but with the texture of turnips - very soft. The Mac n cheese was mushy and lacked flavor - I wouldn't order that again. It's a small spot, so I would call ahead to check the wait. There are only a few tables... and then there are even less when the buffet is out.There's a bar in the other side, but we didn't check it out. Maybe next time!"

Agave & Rye - Rookwood

★★★★☆ 4.1 (463) • $$

"Didn't know what to expect. I call it eclectic Mexican. Tacos galore along with burritos and quesadillas. They are not traditional. They have many twists in them. Lots of sauces and creams. You can even get a burger here. Great specials each night food and drinks. Free arcade games in the back, but didn't have time to play."

Bullwinkle's Top Hat Bistro

★★★★☆ 4.3 (288) • $$

"Our waitress was excellent and the venue was classic & charming."MOOSETATERS"!! - You want these. They're like the best potato skin you ever had on steroids. I got a pork chop that was cooked about as perfectly as it can be done.Wife loved the mac & cheese.Everything was great, although I'd reccomend going a little more agressive on the seasonings. I don't mind tossing a bit of S&P around, but as well prepared as everything was, I felt like it had to be by design. Go crazy, imho."

Giuseppe's Ristorante Italiano

★★★★☆ 4.3 (270) • $$

"Loved this place. Fun spot with a cozy video fire right at the hostess stand. The food was great and we had fantastic service."

Broadway Barrel House

★★★★☆ 4 (269) • $$

"Stopped in with the whole family (8 adults and 4 kids) the staff was very accommodating to our party and sat us down with no problems. It was Sunday and there were plenty of tvs for the NFL games, even in the back room where they sat us. Huge menu with lots of options from wings to burgers to salads to pizzas, didn't get pics of everyone's food but they all seemed to be satisfied. I had the western burger which was pretty tasty. I live closer to downtown so don't know if I would go out of my way to go here but if I'm in the area would definitely go back!"

Pies & Pints

★★★★☆ 3.8 (294) • $$

"My wife and I had dinner today at this location. Our waitress, Riley was the nicest person to wait on us in a long time. We did have a mix up on the order, but the manager made it right and gave us a nice discount. The food was very good. I had a large pizza with mushrooms and half pepperoni's. My wife had a cauliflower pizza with mushrooms and olives. We also had a Caesars salad (Croutons were a little hard). Thanks Pies & Pints for a wonderful dining experience. Hope to see you again soon and I hope Riley and the manager are still there.PS - Dining here can be a little on the expensive side"

Lola's Coffee + Bar

★★★★★ 4.6 (172) • $

"I really liked this coffee shop (plus bar!) in downtown Cincy! It has a cool, relaxing vibe and has friendly staff to help get what you need.I stopped by one morning before an event I was attending started. Because this was one of the places that was open early on a weekend, I was able to grab a coffee drink and a few pastries to enjoy that morning (and as snack later during the day).Through conversations that the staff had with customers, it was clear this place is well loved by the neighbors and community. The staff and customers even know each other on a name basis!Overall, great cafe with good, friendly vibe! Good coffee+pastries for morning eats, too!"

Shirley Mae's Café

★★★★☆ 4.3 (194) • $

"Good food, friendly staff, To go only and very slow service. This small family own and run business can earn a solid 4 or plus if the rating was solely based on the food. While it could earn a 1 if the review was based on quickness of service. Does the good food worth the wait? Not if you are on the go but if you are ordering from here for work, family or yourself, give it an hour or so before you plan to eat, including if you call an order a minute after they open. Good wings, Mac n cheese, mashed potatoes, Chicken N Dumpling, okay tilapia Bon appetit"

The 859 Taproom and Grill

★★★★☆ 3.9 (226) • $$

"Stopped in to give it a try and didn't expect such a crowd! Many folks were there because it was a Bengals night! We had a short wait, but the staff was friendly. There were two of us dining. I got the chicken tenders with onion straws, and the other person got the buffalo chicken wrap and tater tots. We both ordered unsweetened iced tea. I wasn't a fan of the tea, so I exchanged it for a half sweet half suit. That was really good. We ordered the brussels sprouts as an appetizer and they were absolutely fantastic! Our meals came and my onion straws were cold and not very tasty so I swapped those for tater tots, which were delicious. My chicken tenders were also really good. My friend really enjoyed the wrap and tater tots as well. The service was a little on the slower side but again they were super busy.I will definitely be back since my experience was overall positive. The brussels sprouts are well worth it and I look forward to trying other menu items. Sidenote: it is family friendly, and good for small to larger groups."

El Jinete

★★★★☆ 3.9 (207) • $$

"They're decent Tex-mex if you're into that. It'll scratch the itch, and some decent margs, actually some really f the best around, but won't blow your socks off"

Brewfontaine

★★★★★ 4.5 (152) • $$

"Our server/bartender was great. Everyone's food was good but mine was not great. I ordered the loaded tater tots as an appetizer they came out with the meal and they were not hot. My entree was the French Dip. The meat and onions were cooked perfectly and the au jus was good. My only problem was the bread was just a smooshed hoagie bun. A sandwich like that needs to be served on a nice French Bread or Italian roll. The Hoagie bun was soggy and smashed."

Streetside Brewery

★★★★☆ 4.3 (165) • $$

"Oh! Now the beer we had at Streetside Brewing was definitely an enjoyable one! If the one we had was any indication that the rest of their beer is that good then this brewery is a real gem! And if it happens to not be the case then just keep on getting the beer we had! Return of the Mac was the name of the beer Steve and I immensely enjoyed. It was a coffee blonde ale that was just oh, so good!Flavors in this lovely beer are coffee, vanilla and coconut. Very light and sweetness that is just right. The balance on this beer is simply wonderful! I do love my blonde ales and though some are better than others Return od the Mac simply soars!"

Cock & Bull

★★★★☆ 3.7 (205) • $$

"It's a pub that serves great food. The place is decorated in a very local bar type way- sports paraphernalia and a dark wood setting. I had their fish and chips and it was really good- in an American way! The server made the meal so much better. She stayed and chit-chatted and seemed to really enjoy working there which says a lot. My friends had burgers and fries and they loved their meals. Overall a great place to get a quick bite to eat."

Quatman Cafe

★★★★☆ 4 (146) • $

"Stopped in for lunch while in the area. Got the Thursday special - cheeseburger with shoestring fries & a draft beer for $10. A bargain! Nothing fancy here but the food. I'd hit it...again."

Jeet India Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.6 (160) • $$

"I've eaten here twice while traveling and absolutely loved it! The food and service were amazing both times! The atmosphere was perfect for a date night or quiet dinner."

South Park Tavern

★★★★☆ 3.9 (130) • $$

"Great Pizza and gives off a Bohemian vibe..... relaxed atmosphere and the pizza was spiced perfectly highly recommend and off street parkingTry it out"

Valle Escondido Mexican Grill

★★★★☆ 4.3 (94) • $$

"Wonderful authentic Mexican food. Whenever I have placed an online order, it is ready within 15 minutes of ordering (even on their busy nights). My wife and I have made this our preferred spot for delicious Mexican food."

The Pour House At Machinery Hall

★★★★☆ 3.6 (121) • $$

"The best service in town. The food is awsome here. The variety of food and beer will d er light you. Burgers and tacos and home made potato chips. We go everytime we pass thru town. We're from Dayton Ohio."

The Establishment

★★★★☆ 3.7 (88) • $$

"The Establishment is one of my favorite places in the city for a casual drink or trivia. The staff is always polite and attentive (huge shout out to our girl Maddie!!) I come on Wednesday nights regularly for trivia and always have a good time. The food is good (tots are amazing) and drinks are inexpensive. I love the black pearl cocktail. Seating is plentiful inside and outside. They have a beautiful patio as well as outdoor area with turf, a fire pit, and TVs. If you're in the Hyde park or oakley area, highly recommend checking this place out! When you come, make sure to ask for Maddie as your server! She is amazing!"

El Rancho Grande

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (119) • $

"A local friend took me to this restaurant and was worth the visit. The service was quick and friendly in greeting and serving us. With a large menu, these was no problem making a selection. The beer was cold and the location had the feeling of Mexico with its decor. I recommend and would return in the future. Enjoy!"

Don Rigo

★★★★☆ 3.8 (77) • $$

"Yeah, this place is a decent Tex-mex place. It's not bad at all, but just pretty typical. Nothing note-worthy as super authentic, but it's on par with Americanized Mexican fare. It'll scratch the itch for "Mexican" food in suburba"

El Rancho Margarita

★★★★☆ 3.7 (81) • $$

"**** Review 57 ****Had a lunch meeting here, and the place was very well decorated. The staff was very nice and the atmosphere was great. They have delicious lunch specials that are very reasonably priced. The portions are large and very fresh tasting. My lunch special had a steak burrito covered with cheese sauce, and if came with beans, and rice. The chips and salsa are crispy and salsa was delicious. I'll have to come back to try the rest of the menu, maybe even some drinks."

RJ Cinema Distillery & Taproom

★★★★☆ 3.8 (76)

"This place is cool. I really don't think I need to say more but I will! The theater is clean and has been updated since the first time I went over 10 years ago. The real draw is everything else though. A full bar with good options made by RJ themselves. Great food and a fun place to sit down provides a for a fun time. During the summer, they open a big turf area to sit outside and have some yard games for everyone to enjoy."

Bourbons Craft Kitchen And Bar

★★★★★ 4.6 (44) • $$

"I'm not joking when I say this is the best burger in the city. They are always SO juicy but not sloppy. They season them very well and the toppings/bun are premium and fresh. Cooked to medium every time. Highly recommend the All American and the Grippos burger!They have sweet potato waffle fries and "crunchy coating" type fries that are always fresh and very crispy. They also season these very well with salt.There is an extensive liquor and beer selection and their cocktail menu is pretty good! On top of it all, the service is fantastic and I like the atmosphere! A little bit of an interesting choice with the slight country theme mixed with upscale, but it oddly works. Overall give this restaurant a 9.5/10 and it's a must try if you're downtown for a show or game!"

Jolly's Drive-In

★★★★☆ 3.8 (50) • $

"Same place different name. I dont do hamburger or hot dogs but heard they had good shakes. What they didnt mention is only like 3 flavors ....basic. i got chocolate and it was good ... but i was expecting much more selection. You park and they come to your car. .. menu was super small. No place i would eat and wont be back."

The Upside Brew

★★★★☆ 4.4 (34) • $

"This spot is dope. If I lived near by, I have no doubt that I'd be here on the regular. There's street parking and a lot out back. A ton of space inside to pop a squat and get some work done. Plenty of outlets so you can keep your gadgets juiced up and the wifi was strong, too. I absolutely loved all the art work on the walls as well. The service was super friendly and helpful when I asked questions and for suggestions. While I was there, I tried three things. I ordered a latte that was just what I needed, and a breakfast sandwich - yummy. I also ordered the almost paradise smoothie after I was told it was the most popular choice. It came with mango, strawberry, pineapple, OJ, and spinach. It was the perfect balance of sweet while knowing that it was packed full of fruit and rather healthy. Again, I would totally come back, especially if I needed a solid place to work."

Gypsy's Mainstrasse

★★★★☆ 3.8 (45) • $

"Covington, KY is a super cool place - who knew? After a rough morning in that city across the river, I walked across the imitation Brooklyn Bridge into Kentucky, and walked over here looking for a place to decompress. Mind you, this is about 1PM on a Thursday, so not everything was going to be open.But Gypsy's was. Naturally it wasn't super busy at the time, just the bartender and two lovers on the back patio, but it was chill, and the drafts were working, and there was sports on television, and nobody to concern troll me. I only wish this place were closer to California."

Rocas Mexican Grill

★★★★☆ 4.2 (33) • $$

"New restaurant in this town and everything about this visit was great !The service was excellent and the margaritas are over the top good (and plenty strong)The portions were huge and no one will leave hungry The flavor of the food was great and everything we had was perfect!The restaurant is spacious and very clean Overall a great experience"

The Casual Pint - Hamilton

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (54)

"While the Casual Pint does have some positives, overall, it was just OK. The high tops and regular seating were fine, but nothing special. Parking gets packed quickly, making parking hard to find near the establishment. Placing an order at the counter was a bit of a letdown. It felt like a very impersonal experience and lacked the personal touch that a sit-down waiter/waitress would provide. It would be nice to get the food and drink recommendations from the staff. When I asked, they didn't offer much help. She shrugged her shoulders. They do have a lot of different beers. I expected to find some rare or lesser-known brews, but instead found a lot of the same ol' same ol'. I wish they had more cider options. The food was the most disappointing part of the visit. While they do offer food options, it was basic at best - nothing to write home about.The only redeeming quality of my visit was the trivia. It was moderately entertaining, but it did not save the night. Overall, I would say that Casual Pint is decent for a casual night out with friends, but I was expecting more. I might come back for trivia night with a group of friends, but I wouldn't make a special trip for it."

Bargos Grill & Tap

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (47) • $$

"The best place for food, drinks, games, and outdoor/indoor seating and bar! If you try this place out, definitely try the wings- they are huge, so good, and lots of choices of sauces (homemade honey mustard is amazing!!) and dry rubs."

Chinkapin Brewing

★★★★★ 4.8 (20)

"This is a must visit! Great beer and flavorful pizzas. The wings are amazing! I have celiac and the cauliflower crust hasn't bothered me. Good date night place! The ciders are great and I'm not even a regular drinker."

Flipdaddy’s

★★★★☆ 3.5 (34)

"The food quality and selection is amazing and the offering change occasionally so be sure to check out their Facebook site for all the changes and entertainment available. The server was very attentive and made our visit great. As far as ambiance you have a dining room, side bar or patio option and plenty of televisions if you like the sports with your meal. Everyone's food looked good and casual attire is welcome as well."

Drake's - Leestown

★★★★☆ 3.8 (28)

"Many Drake's restaurants in Lexington but the service in this one is SPECIAL, I visit this restaurant twice a week when I finish my work and I recommend that you have the pleasure of being served by a young man named Cezanne, if all the people were as attentive as this young man the world would be better!!!!I took a photo with him so you can get to know him."

Ethereal Slice House

★★★★★ 4.6 (17)

"Fabulous New York style pizza, easy pickup, fair price for what you get. Lived up to the hype!"