The Wood Bar

We were looking for a spot to have drinks yesterday after my friends and I drove from Louisville to hit up Ikea. We tried a couple spots to find they were closed (Mondays right?) and then decided to hit up maps just to find anything on the way home. The first place we clicked on had a bad review saying if you're not a regular the bartenders and customers will be rude to you, so we passed that up and this was the next bar on our way. Boy did we get lucky! Sara our bartender welcomed us with her great upbeat energy, exactly what we needed to get pumped up on a hot Monday afternoon! She kept the drinks flowing (all strong and delicious), and she let us know about their weekly special and fun bottle cap bingo going on, she even recommended great food and things to do in the area after finding out we were from out of town! The outstanding service she provided made us feel like we were at home in our local dive, so welcomed and like part of the family. All the patrons in the bar seemed like they are regulars at this spot and they were warm and welcoming too! Everyone was so friendly and kind we had a blast talking and drinking, we were only going to have one drink but we were having so much fun we had at least two followed by rounds of delicious Jell-O shots! We've already started planning our next trip to cincy to enjoy one of their bingo nights or Wednesday burbon specials!! Definitely won't regret stopping here or making it your new local hangout!

A genuine old-time neighborhood bar with some of the cheapest beer around. No kitchen. You'll find the owner there most nights.

Pros: cheap brewsCons: bartender denied my friends actual drivers license. Nu Metal blaring at all times.

First time here - it happened because we couldn't get home due to rain and flooding. Service was great! They're currently working on their kitchen so the only food they have is popcorn, chips, and frozen pizzas cooked in a little pizza oven. However, the female owner assured me they'd have a more extensive menu when they get the kitchen finished. They have draft beers, some of which are local (Madtree). They have a nice pool table/darts room. The bar was clean and the other patrons were friendly. Looking forward to visiting again.

Most underrated bar by Xavier. Cheaper, cleaner, and tastier than Danas, hands down! $.50 Jell-O shots!?A bucket of 6 beers for $12!?~$2 drafts!? Free popcorn!? Uhhh.... yes please

Best Bar in Cincinnati and Best Prices!! Hidden Gem in Cincinnati area. Great service and friendly customers. They have a pool table and dart boards as well. Be sure to check out the men's bathroom. Very cool!

I've been in Cincinnati for six months, I've been checking out dive, neighborhood and hipster bars. I can honestly report The Wood Bar is my favorite joint I've discovered. It's a neighborhood bar in Norwood with an incredible assortment of characters, neighbors, bar workers and curiosity seekers. With big open windows, it's airy, and has the usual TVs with the games on as well as a pool table and dart boards. It's, I think, recently remodeled and very comfortable and mostly clean. I'm not even going to say just how cheap the prices are, except it's the most affordable bar I've found in Cincinnati (and that's saying something, especially after almost 25 yrs in LA). This is a great scene. I'm skeptical about reporting on it, because I don't want it to get too discovered, yet I hope it stays in business and can remain as generous as it already is. It has a little parking lot, as well as plenty of street parking. The only draw back, too bad it doesn't have food. I can't imagine what a creative young cook could come up with there. Highly recommend.

Went on a Tuesday night. Very chill atmosphere. Dart boards and pool tables were setup in the back. They also had a popcorn machine for a free snack which was a nice touch.We only got drinks and not food, but service was good and this seems like a great little hang out spot.

This place is is much fun! So many games and great service!!! I feel like family every time I go in.

This is the bar. It is a family here. Everyone is super nice, the deals are fantastic, and it is just a great time. I couldn't recommend this place more!!