Food Scene
Great burgers. Best to eat them in the restaurant. They are huge with lots of unusual toppings to choose from . The place is tiny with shared seating at times but very quirky in a great way. All lighting is provided by the dozens of neon signs terry has collected over the years, many of them from places originating here in Cincinnati.
15 locals recommend
The Turf Club
4618 Eastern AveGreat burgers. Best to eat them in the restaurant. They are huge with lots of unusual toppings to choose from . The place is tiny with shared seating at times but very quirky in a great way. All lighting is provided by the dozens of neon signs terry has collected over the years, many of them from places originating here in Cincinnati.
Great burgers. Makes for a good take out meal. It's a fun bar too if you are looking for a place to catch a catch a beer and just hang out.
26 locals recommend
Oakley Pub & Grill
3924 Isabella AveGreat burgers. Makes for a good take out meal. It's a fun bar too if you are looking for a place to catch a catch a beer and just hang out.
Cincinnati isn't known for it's BBQ but this place alone puts us on the map. Some of THE best BBQ ever...even the Business Insider ranked as No. 3 in the country. Great take out food, a picnic, or hang out spot. This place is very popular, especially in the evening and on weekends so call your order in before you go (513) 533-1957, even if you plan to dine in (they have lots of great outdoor seating and a BYOB policy -so pick up a 6-pack on the way).
45 locals recommend
Eli's BBQ
3313 Riverside DriveCincinnati isn't known for it's BBQ but this place alone puts us on the map. Some of THE best BBQ ever...even the Business Insider ranked as No. 3 in the country. Great take out food, a picnic, or hang out spot. This place is very popular, especially in the evening and on weekends so call your order in before you go (513) 533-1957, even if you plan to dine in (they have lots of great outdoor seating and a BYOB policy -so pick up a 6-pack on the way).
Great Chinese takeout. All the standard Amercanized Chinese food you want and then some. Best Crab Rangoon i can find.
First Wok
3870 Paxton AveGreat Chinese takeout. All the standard Amercanized Chinese food you want and then some. Best Crab Rangoon i can find.
Bangkok Bistro
3506 Erie AveMy go-to source for Thai and Sushi.
Baba India Restaurant
3120 Madison RdAll food things Indian can be found here.
Excellent selection of sandwiches, deli salads, etc. Wonderful for a picnic pick up or meal any time after noon.
Carl's Deli
2836 Observatory AveExcellent selection of sandwiches, deli salads, etc. Wonderful for a picnic pick up or meal any time after noon.
Cafe Desales
2835 Woodburn AveLovely little deli and coffee shop, especially on your way into or out of downtown.
BEST MEXICAN EVER. This isn't your standard Tex-Mex place. I've never been south of the border but i imagine this is some pretty authentic Mexican food. Call ahead if you plan on going during typical meal times. You can always eat in anyhow, but the line can be super long if you are in a hurry...or starving.
33 locals recommend
Mazunte Taqueria
5207 Madison RdBEST MEXICAN EVER. This isn't your standard Tex-Mex place. I've never been south of the border but i imagine this is some pretty authentic Mexican food. Call ahead if you plan on going during typical meal times. You can always eat in anyhow, but the line can be super long if you are in a hurry...or starving.
Dewey's Pizza
3014 Madison RoadGreat locally owned gourmet pizza place. Dine-in or carry out.
Best ice cream you may ever find in America. There are several throughout the city but this one is in a cute little area with a park, library, and boutique shopping to check out.
140 locals recommend
Graeter's Ice Cream
1401 Vine StBest ice cream you may ever find in America. There are several throughout the city but this one is in a cute little area with a park, library, and boutique shopping to check out.
Essentials
Nearest grocery. Best roisterer chicken. Standard food staple options.
19 locals recommend
Remke Markets
3872 Paxton AveNearest grocery. Best roisterer chicken. Standard food staple options.
Another very close grocery store. Kroger brand cheese and bacon are great budget options. The meat and produce selection is better here than the Remke's down the street.
94 locals recommend
Kroger
4777 Kenard AveAnother very close grocery store. Kroger brand cheese and bacon are great budget options. The meat and produce selection is better here than the Remke's down the street.
Like Whole Foods but way more affordable. They don't have cuts of meat (stop by the Fresh Thyme Market on your way home to cover this base or anything else you might still need), but their produce is excellent. They also have a large selection of wines and beers, as well as cheeses and other locally sourced goodies. Look for the Shadeau breads they carry - it is a local bakery with great products - they go quickly though so plan accordingly.
Country Fresh Farm Market And Wine Depot
8315 Beechmont AveLike Whole Foods but way more affordable. They don't have cuts of meat (stop by the Fresh Thyme Market on your way home to cover this base or anything else you might still need), but their produce is excellent. They also have a large selection of wines and beers, as well as cheeses and other locally sourced goodies. Look for the Shadeau breads they carry - it is a local bakery with great products - they go quickly though so plan accordingly.
Great grocery store with a wonderful selection of meats and produce.
Fresh Thyme Farmers Market - Anderson OH
7910 Beechmont AvenueGreat grocery store with a wonderful selection of meats and produce.
Anytime Fitness
3537 Columbia PkwySmall but clean
Mercy Health - Anderson Hospital
7500 State RdNearest Hospital
Drinks & Nightlife
The Blind Lemon
936 Hatch StUnique hideaway bar in the heart of Mt. Adams.
Amazing view of the city with a great drink selection and upscale bar food.
72 locals recommend
Incline Public House
2601 W 8th StAmazing view of the city with a great drink selection and upscale bar food.
The Southgate House Revival
111 E 6th StCool place to catch a live show.
Sightseeing
Set on the northern shore of the river, this newly created park is full of river walk paths, a carousel, water fountains, a variety of food options nearby, and bordering all the both ball parks and the arena downtown.
211 locals recommend
Smale Riverfront Park
West Mehring WaySet on the northern shore of the river, this newly created park is full of river walk paths, a carousel, water fountains, a variety of food options nearby, and bordering all the both ball parks and the arena downtown.
Built as the prototype of the Brooklyn Bridge, this one came first and (because of the grates that create its driving surface) it sings when you drive across.
43 locals recommend
John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge
John A. Roebling Suspension BridgeBuilt as the prototype of the Brooklyn Bridge, this one came first and (because of the grates that create its driving surface) it sings when you drive across.
Entertainment & Activities
Excellent zoo and garden. Too many wonderful things to say about this gem of a place.
374 locals recommend
Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
3400 Vine StExcellent zoo and garden. Too many wonderful things to say about this gem of a place.
Great little place to filled with a wonderful array of plant species, set in Mt Adams with lots of paved paths to wander on.
137 locals recommend
Krohn Conservatory
1501 Eden Park DrGreat little place to filled with a wonderful array of plant species, set in Mt Adams with lots of paved paths to wander on.
Parks & Nature
A wonderful place with lots of trails, preserves, and wildlife to enjoy.
8 locals recommend
Cincinnati Nature Center
Cincinnati Nature CenterA wonderful place with lots of trails, preserves, and wildlife to enjoy.
Small park with a surprising number of trails to explore. Also has picnic areas and gardens to enjoy.
98 locals recommend
Ault Park
5090 Observatory AveSmall park with a surprising number of trails to explore. Also has picnic areas and gardens to enjoy.