Javan’s OTR Guidebook

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Javan’s OTR Guidebook

Food scene

Pepp & Dolores This is one of our favorite restaurants in the city! When you dine here, you will enjoy a casual, refined ambiance with exquisite food. **Make a reservation on the Open Table app to ensure availability.
28 miestni odporúčajú
Pepp & Dolores
1501 Vine St
28 miestni odporúčajú
Pepp & Dolores This is one of our favorite restaurants in the city! When you dine here, you will enjoy a casual, refined ambiance with exquisite food. **Make a reservation on the Open Table app to ensure availability.
The Eagle is a local favorite for lunch and dinner. They specialize in classic fried chicken, with a fancy twist and all the fixin's. They accept reservations on the "Open Table" app, but you can most likely find bar seating if you decide to pop in last minute!
157 miestni odporúčajú
The Eagle OTR
1342 Vine St
157 miestni odporúčajú
The Eagle is a local favorite for lunch and dinner. They specialize in classic fried chicken, with a fancy twist and all the fixin's. They accept reservations on the "Open Table" app, but you can most likely find bar seating if you decide to pop in last minute!
Graeter's Ice Cream has been in Cincinnati since 1870, so its a MUST visit when you're in town. They have multiple locations, but we highly suggest stopping into the Vine Street one after dinner in OTR! If you can't decide what to order, get a scoop- or two- of their black raspberry chip.
140 miestni odporúčajú
Graeter's Ice Cream
1401 Vine St
140 miestni odporúčajú
Graeter's Ice Cream has been in Cincinnati since 1870, so its a MUST visit when you're in town. They have multiple locations, but we highly suggest stopping into the Vine Street one after dinner in OTR! If you can't decide what to order, get a scoop- or two- of their black raspberry chip.
Located in a renovated 19th century church, this is a one-stop shop for great food and locally brewed beer. You will fall in love with the cathedral ceilings and stained glass windows!
78 miestni odporúčajú
Taft's Ale House
1429 Race St
78 miestni odporúčajú
Located in a renovated 19th century church, this is a one-stop shop for great food and locally brewed beer. You will fall in love with the cathedral ceilings and stained glass windows!
If you're only in Cincinnati for one night, do yourself a favor and make a reservation to eat Zula! Offering an eclectic menu with extensive wine options, you will have a memorable culinary experience. This is a great place to go with a group and order lots of dishes to try. It's hard for us to pick a favorite dish, but they are known for their mussels and artisan flat breads.
26 miestni odporúčajú
Zula Restaurant & Wine Bar
1400 Race St
26 miestni odporúčajú
If you're only in Cincinnati for one night, do yourself a favor and make a reservation to eat Zula! Offering an eclectic menu with extensive wine options, you will have a memorable culinary experience. This is a great place to go with a group and order lots of dishes to try. It's hard for us to pick a favorite dish, but they are known for their mussels and artisan flat breads.
This local favorite serves up all of your favorite Mexican fare- and has over 100 tequilas and American whiskeys. Think tasty tacos, queso served in sizzling cast-iron skillets (and topped with chorizo or short rib), fresh made quacamole, and specialty margaritas! If you're planning ahead, they do take reservations on the "Open Table" app.
108 miestni odporúčajú
Bakersfield OTR
1213 Vine St
108 miestni odporúčajú
This local favorite serves up all of your favorite Mexican fare- and has over 100 tequilas and American whiskeys. Think tasty tacos, queso served in sizzling cast-iron skillets (and topped with chorizo or short rib), fresh made quacamole, and specialty margaritas! If you're planning ahead, they do take reservations on the "Open Table" app.
If you're looking for a great dinner or weekend brunch spot, this is definitely worth checking out! LouVino offers an extensive wine menu and southern-inspired food. Make sure to save room for dessert and order the chocolate chip cookie dough stuffed beignets.
15 miestni odporúčajú
LouVino OTR Restaurant and Wine Bar
1142 Main Street
15 miestni odporúčajú
If you're looking for a great dinner or weekend brunch spot, this is definitely worth checking out! LouVino offers an extensive wine menu and southern-inspired food. Make sure to save room for dessert and order the chocolate chip cookie dough stuffed beignets.
If you're looking for late night food, this is our top pick! Open until 2:30 am on the weekends, they offer a walk-up window. Or, if you want to keep the party going, you can order inside and enjoy drinks at the bar while you wait. We recommend "the turtle," stuffed with all the goodies. You won't be sorry!
40 miestni odporúčajú
Gomez
107 E 12th St
40 miestni odporúčajú
If you're looking for late night food, this is our top pick! Open until 2:30 am on the weekends, they offer a walk-up window. Or, if you want to keep the party going, you can order inside and enjoy drinks at the bar while you wait. We recommend "the turtle," stuffed with all the goodies. You won't be sorry!
This restaurant is one of the best kept secrets in Cincinnati! Offering an Argentinian menu, the ambiance is cozy and rustic with a breathtaking patio out back. Try a few of their empanadas along with a signature cocktail- or two! **They also offer a great brunch menu!
16 miestni odporúčajú
Ché
1342 Walnut St
16 miestni odporúčajú
This restaurant is one of the best kept secrets in Cincinnati! Offering an Argentinian menu, the ambiance is cozy and rustic with a breathtaking patio out back. Try a few of their empanadas along with a signature cocktail- or two! **They also offer a great brunch menu!
Taglio is our favorite pizza place in the area, offering Detroit style pizza and an abundance of TV's to take in your favorite games!
7 miestni odporúčajú
Taglio OTR
56 E 12th St
7 miestni odporúčajú
Taglio is our favorite pizza place in the area, offering Detroit style pizza and an abundance of TV's to take in your favorite games!
Who doesn’t love fresh, made-from-scratch daily donuts? This family owned shop is a Cincinnati favorite offering a wide array of flavors from glazed to maple bacon to lucky charm and fruity pebble donuts! Trust us- you will want to try them all!
52 miestni odporúčajú
Holtman's Donut Shop
Vine Street
52 miestni odporúčajú
Who doesn’t love fresh, made-from-scratch daily donuts? This family owned shop is a Cincinnati favorite offering a wide array of flavors from glazed to maple bacon to lucky charm and fruity pebble donuts! Trust us- you will want to try them all!
Tucked away on a quiet street just north of Washington Park, Pleasantry is the perfect spot for a romantic bite before a night on the town. With a menu focused on the season's freshest produce & protein, every week offers something new to try! They also offer a selection of natural wines & homemade pantry staples such as pimiento cheese and chili. Definitely a spot to put on your to-do list while in Cincy.
18 miestni odporúčajú
Pleasantry
118 W 15th St
18 miestni odporúčajú
Tucked away on a quiet street just north of Washington Park, Pleasantry is the perfect spot for a romantic bite before a night on the town. With a menu focused on the season's freshest produce & protein, every week offers something new to try! They also offer a selection of natural wines & homemade pantry staples such as pimiento cheese and chili. Definitely a spot to put on your to-do list while in Cincy.

Cocktail Spots

Only a few blocks from the Airbnb, this is a great spot to grab a specialty cocktail! They specialize in bourbon, but you won't be disappointed with anything you try. Stop in after dinner and try one of our favorites, the "Night Cure."
46 miestni odporúčajú
Sundry and Vice
18 W 13th St
46 miestni odporúčajú
Only a few blocks from the Airbnb, this is a great spot to grab a specialty cocktail! They specialize in bourbon, but you won't be disappointed with anything you try. Stop in after dinner and try one of our favorites, the "Night Cure."
If you're looking for a local watering hole, stop in to The Lackman! They specialize in cocktails, but also offer an extensive variety of beer and wine in a cozy atmosphere. Have a seat on one of their red leather bar stools and enjoy!
14 miestni odporúčajú
The Lackman
1237 Vine St
14 miestni odporúčajú
If you're looking for a local watering hole, stop in to The Lackman! They specialize in cocktails, but also offer an extensive variety of beer and wine in a cozy atmosphere. Have a seat on one of their red leather bar stools and enjoy!
12 miestni odporúčajú
Low Spark
15 W 14th St
12 miestni odporúčajú
This cozy shop combines two of our favorite things- wine and coffee! Stop by in the morning for breakfast, baked goods, or a tasty coffee that will look (almost) too good to drink! Option to add booze to your coffee and start your morning with a special kick! Or, enjoy a difference ambiance in the evenings, and check out their wide selection of wine, beer, and cocktails plus small snacks and sweets! Personally, we think dessert pairs well with a good cocktail!
36 miestni odporúčajú
1215 Wine Bar & Coffee Lab
1215 Vine St
36 miestni odporúčajú
This cozy shop combines two of our favorite things- wine and coffee! Stop by in the morning for breakfast, baked goods, or a tasty coffee that will look (almost) too good to drink! Option to add booze to your coffee and start your morning with a special kick! Or, enjoy a difference ambiance in the evenings, and check out their wide selection of wine, beer, and cocktails plus small snacks and sweets! Personally, we think dessert pairs well with a good cocktail!
A true oasis in the city, this lush garden bar is one of a kind! The bar was built with items found around the world and features cocktails with a global twist!
22 miestni odporúčajú
Somerset Bar
139 East McMicken Avenue
22 miestni odporúčajú
A true oasis in the city, this lush garden bar is one of a kind! The bar was built with items found around the world and features cocktails with a global twist!

Sightseeing

Washington Park offers a beautiful oasis for all ages in the midst of the city- and it's dog friendly. Here you can partake in various festivals, exercise classes, catch outdoor movies, or let your little ones play in the interactive water park.
221 miestni odporúčajú
Washington Park
1230 Elm St
221 miestni odporúčajú
Washington Park offers a beautiful oasis for all ages in the midst of the city- and it's dog friendly. Here you can partake in various festivals, exercise classes, catch outdoor movies, or let your little ones play in the interactive water park.
Wear orange and blue and go root for FC Cincinnati in their 2nd season in their new stadium!
62 miestni odporúčajú
West End Stadium
1501 Central Pkwy
62 miestni odporúčajú
Wear orange and blue and go root for FC Cincinnati in their 2nd season in their new stadium!
Findlay Market is home to more than 50 full time local vendors and is a great place to shop for fresh produce, cheese, meat, and flowers. Plan to spend a few hours here walking around, taste-testing, and shopping! **Open Tuesday through Sunday!
292 miestni odporúčajú
Trh Findlay
1801 Race St
292 miestni odporúčajú
Findlay Market is home to more than 50 full time local vendors and is a great place to shop for fresh produce, cheese, meat, and flowers. Plan to spend a few hours here walking around, taste-testing, and shopping! **Open Tuesday through Sunday!
Go root, root, root for the whole team, our beloved Cincinnati Reds! Take in a game and enjoy the fabulous views of both the city and the riverfront. As an added bonus, the stadium offers great local food and drink options!
273 miestni odporúčajú
Veľký americký loptový park
100 Joe Nuxhall Way
273 miestni odporúčajú
Go root, root, root for the whole team, our beloved Cincinnati Reds! Take in a game and enjoy the fabulous views of both the city and the riverfront. As an added bonus, the stadium offers great local food and drink options!
Go watch the Bengals in their riverfront stadium. If the game doesn't capture your attention, you will at least have great views of the river and city, plus a wide variety of food and drink options inside. Win or lose, Cincinnati loves football and you can count on a fun atmosphere! Who-Dey!
201 miestni odporúčajú
Štadión Paul Brown
1 Paul Brown Stadium
201 miestni odporúčajú
Go watch the Bengals in their riverfront stadium. If the game doesn't capture your attention, you will at least have great views of the river and city, plus a wide variety of food and drink options inside. Win or lose, Cincinnati loves football and you can count on a fun atmosphere! Who-Dey!