Rosedale

My friend and I saw a man with a beautiful deep purple drink and was told him and his wife ordered a Ghost Train Margarita, we wanted the same because the Halloween menu sounded fun! This drink pictured was the Ghost Train Margarita we got, it didn't resemble what the man ordered. I ordered the Pineapple Express which supposedly is the "Ghost Train Margarita" without blackberry preserves...? Very interesting. We were made the same drink and when we pointed it out she just added blackberry preserves to the Pineapple Express. Cool outdoor vibe though, enjoyed the DJ most of all.

We were greeted with a smile, served a wonderful cocktail, and the classic rock/alt music was right up my alley! I will be back!

Rosedale is always good. Didn't have any food (not sure if they do food) but service is quick for how busy it can get. For me the 3 stars as due to super high prices. It's Cincinnati... doesn't need to be NYC prices for drinks.

We tried out the outside patio as it was as dog friendly. That was definitely a plus. The patio was spacious and pretty and has seating for big or small groups. The positive experience kinda ended there. It was our first visit and we asked the bartender what the my suggested - online showed a variety of mixed drinks. He said they were between seasons and we could have draft beer or a canned drink or he "guessed" he could make a mixed drink if we knew what we wanted. Super disappointing as we'd come to try their featured drinks online. We were disappointed as well that there were no snack or food offerings during the happy hour time. Perhaps we just got a poorly trained bartender the day we went but ‍

Would not care if they closed down and their rude bartenders and staff lost their jobs. Nothing like it used to be when it was Neons. I will admit I broke the "rule" and used the mens bathroom when the girls was 20 people deep but to get escorted out of a bar for that is just a power trip from what I now know is an anti LGBTQ security guard (black man with long hair and glasses). Mind you I was completely sober, complying/listening, not even loud and apologized. Plus I had asked the men in there before going in and they were even the ones that said just go when the stall opened up. Was washing my hands when he says you can't be in here. So I said sorry I'm leaving. I then said "but you can't tell me how I identify or just assume". After I said this (while I was walking down and complying to leaving) he proceeded to follow me and at the bottom of the stairs says no you have to leave the bar now. Really? For using the men's bathroom? Anyways, I was happy to leave the bar since there's nothing to miss but you can't tell me that a woman using a mens bathroom is get kicked out of bar worthy, especially if you weren't even making a scene, belligerent or rude. You just must not like the comment about being LGBTQ positive and took a power trip.Later was talking to a friend of mine, he mentioned he hates this bar because he is LGBTQ and has had rude service from the bartenders with a group of other LGBTQ friends. I am an ally and it pissed me off when I hear things like this, so I at least wanted to leave a review for others to see. Sounds like I'm not the only one who thinks the bartenders and staff are rude based on some of the reviews. So no intention to return here but wanted to let my allies know to spend their time elsewhere.

Yeah, yeah, yeah we all know Rosedale took over in place of Neons. The layout is still very similar, with an updated vibe. I'm not a huge fan of the dark decor inside, but it has a consistent rusticness to it. If I'm going to Rosedale though, I don't really plan to be inside. With that being said, the patio of Rosedale got some serious love. I love the lights hanging in the trees, the actual nice tables that don't feel like your safety is at risk, and the updates outside bar. I'm not sold on the bocce ball area yet though. I went on a Sunday night and it wasn't too crowded so people could comfortably play, but I wonder what happens on a packed weekend night as the courts take up a lot of needed space. Also, the courts were being used for corn hole but I guess to each their own.The "pub beer" here was also only $3 and wasn't a half bad drink. I'm hoping to see a larger selection of drinks, but it could have also been the bartender who didn't seem to remember half of their menu. Rosedale seems to still be getting its footing so I'll definitely return, and of course, the best thing always is the dog friendliness of the bar!

Rosedale just celebrated 5years! Awesome vibe with wood burning fire pits on the patio and dancing inside. Bartenders were all very friendly and quick to serve everyone. Definitely a great spot to celebrate a birthday or just get together with friends.

Caitlin, Patrick and Julia are the best. You wanna have a good time and enjoy your night, find them.

Pro; Best happy hour deals in cincy. There are a bunch of cool books here and there. Perfect location. Con; Encountered some of the rudest bartenders in cincy. Extremely snooty for no reason. As someone in the industry, I am confused as to why they act as if it is in their best interest to be the way they are. They seem angry when you interact with them, and angry when you don't. Last time we were there for a work happy hour, bartender seemed upset when I asked them for a drink...there were only five of us there and the bar was not busy at all. If service quality was improved, I'm sure this place would get busy more often.

We had our engagement party in the private bar (upstairs) almost a year ago! I was amazed at the affordability for a private space during the holiday season and it was the perfect size and ambiance for our 25ish guests! We had a dedicated bartender and were able to allocate a specific amount for an open bar prior to transitioning to the cash bar. Rosedale allowed us to bring in our own food for the party and were very responsive leading up to the event! Highly recommend.