50 Best Cocktail Bars near Erlanger

“Yum yum yum! So glad to have another breakfast and lunch option! Support local!!“

“This is one of our weekly stops, sometimes more. Hands down my daughter's favorite restaurant. Awesome staff, great service, cold drinks and the food never disappoints. I highly recommend that you stop by and check it out for yourself!“

“We were visiting from Buffalo and my wife had read about the distillery in whiskey advocate so we wanted to take a tour . We really really enjoyed it . Carus - I hope I spelled his name correctly gave us the tour and it was very informative and fun getting the chance to talk to him and ask as many questions as we wanted. It’s a neat little distillery with excellent products , a cool backstory and a nice bar area for excellent cocktails . Definitely worth stopping in to support them - your new friends and fans from the Buffalo area- rob, sue and Tim 😊“

“Stopped by after a Mardi Gras parade & got some very well made cocktails. There was live cover artist singing some of my favs. The bartenders worked the crowd well as there wasn't much of a wait between drinks on my tab. Definitely returning to drink through the menu.“

“This place has such a great atmosphere! Great food and very friendly and attentive service! Will definitely be returning!“

“Anjou is a beautiful cocktail bar in the dainty neighborhood of Walnut Hills. On a warm evening, Anjou props open their windows making the whole place hip and relaxing. I quite enjoyed their light and refreshing ube cocktail. Paid parking can be conveniently on the same street.“

“Chill vibes, great staff.. phenomenal drinks“

“My wife and I went here with my parents who live nearby. We'd been here once before, and I know we'll keep going back when we visit Cincinnati. I had the cortado before, because cortados are delicious. This time I had drip coffee and the overnight oats, which were super good. It was the day after Christmas and very mellow inside. The staff are really nice and friendly. We found a cozy booth to sit in and spent about 30-40 minutes there. Highly recommended!“

“great drinks amazing bartenders good food!!!“

“Tillie’s Lounge is one of our favorite establishments in the city! This bar manages to strike a balance that most can’t... it’s polished and well-decorated enough to avoid the “dive bar” label, yet still feels relaxed, homey, and completely unpretentious.

Drink prices are very reasonable, and the atmosphere invites you to settle in and stay awhile. The bartenders are incredibly warm and kind. Special shoutout to Randy, Vince and Luna for consistently providing excellent service! The establishment is always clean, and the restroom upkeep is especially commendable, considering how tough it can be to maintain single-stall facilities in a busy bar environment.

Tillie’s hosts a variety of fun, themed events that showcase diverse and talented performers. We especially love their brunches and open stage nights—they’re always lively, inclusive, and full of great energy.

There’s a true sense of community and camaraderie among the regulars, yet newcomers are always made to feel welcome. The crowd is friendly but never overbearing, which adds to the overall charm.

Tillie’s is truly a hidden gem. As much as we’d love to keep it to ourselves, it only seems fair to share it with the rest of the city. If you haven’t visited yet, you’re certainly missing out. Stop by and support this lovely little establishment!“

“We just held a large party for my moms birthday here. I never leave reviews but felt like I should! This place is perfect for parties! Staff are great - Jess the manager is very responsive for planning the event and Yogi was awesome before and during the party !! Definitely recommend.“

“Great way to spend our anniversary and come back here! The jazz band was fantastic, great energy. Jenn, the hostess was super accommodating and gave us a fabulous fireplace table. Luke was our server, attentive, knowledgeable, friendly added to our great time. Brought friends with us this time…we will all be back soon for the tasty cocktails, the best lattes, decadent cake and good vibes!“

“Loved this place. First time and will definitely be going back. I suggest the beef sliders and salmon tacos. So tasty!!“

“Our first time here so we didn’t know exactly what we were ordering. But Zac helped us with any misunderstanding about what we were ordering. Many Japanese beers on tap and in the can form , domestic and beautiful cocktails that are quite unique. Gourmet pizza options that they changed up to meet our taste. Perfectly comfortable environment. Cozy and outdoor seating with the weather getting warmer a sure to return venue !
Thanks to the wonderful experience Zac and staff for making it awesome“

“The bartender was awesome and crafted a lovely mocktail for me. Nice outdoor seating area and casual atmosphere.“

“Wonderful Vibe. Great atmosphere!“

“Love the music love the events definitely worth the cover great merch stands excellent food good patio vibes. Even if you can't afford the show just drink and eat some amazing foods in the bar lobby and vibe“

“Fun, intimate little bar with a "Hemingway" vibe. Imaginative themed cocktails named for Hemingway characters & events... really charming bartender and a dark "tropical" environment. (Bring your own snacks) Enjoyed this great "moody" hangout. Pineapple Upside Down Daiquiri was especially good!“

“Awesome, 1st time ❣️………we will definitely be back!!“

“Not open right now but soon!!“

“Everyone is super friendly at this bar, drinks are great, and the food is delicious. 😋“

“I don’t go to bars often and don’t drink, however, the experience that I had earlier tonight at their Karaoke night was phenomenal. The environment was welcoming and there were non- alcoholic options to choose from on their menu. Definitely a 10/10 experience!“

“I have been a regular for 6 months and sai and tori have been fantastic bartenders they make me feel like a person and always very kind and in good moods and its not easiest job to be in such a good mood all the time with pressures of dealing with so many people they are fantastic“

“Went out looking for a Sunday Funday vibe and stumbled into Beeline at Newport on the Levee and we were blown away with the views, the drinks, and most importantly, the laughs with our bartenders Louisa & Haley! I must say that the Night Train cocktail hit the spot!“

“What an amazing place to hold birthday party and a night out! Over the weekend we hosted my husband’s birthday party at Ripples event space. They were amazing from the service to the food and they were very accommodating to all of our requests! Trish and Matt did an amazing job with service and then everyone kept going on about the food! Way to go!!! Thank you so much for an amazing night out!“

“Shareable menu items that are tasty and unique…smelt fries and duck fat fried potatoes. Delicious. Great service and oh yeah - Longfellow charm all the way.“

“over 200 different gins. good tapas. live music.“

“The Lackman is hands down one of my favorite bars in the city, and a huge part of that is thanks to Cindy. She’s the kind of bartender who instantly makes you feel welcome, always remembers your drink, and somehow keeps everything running smoothly even when the place is packed. Super friendly, fun to talk to, and just all-around great at what she does.

The vibe at The Lackman is always on point, cool without trying too hard, with a solid drink selection and some really creative cocktails. But honestly, even if the drinks weren’t as good as they are, I’d still keep coming back just to sit at the bar when Cindy’s working. She really makes the place special.“

“My wife and I went to this restaurant today, after a great recommendation from one of my employees. This place is absolutely amazing! The food is fantastic, the atmosphere is wonderful, and the service is completely top notch! Literally better service than I have received probably ever, and we go to A LOT of restaurants. Literally, my wife’s napkin fell to the ground and after I picked it up, the lady who was the host to us seen it and brought her a new one. Drinks did not run dry, and every single member of the staff was helping out and conversing with us. The owner and chef even came out to shake my hand. What an absolute gem in Cincinnati. This is a place NOT to miss out on. And don’t forget to order the cornbread! Hands down the best I have ever tasted. We left and wished we were hungry again and could turn around and go back inside.“

“Come and enjoy nice people and great food“

“This place is a 6/10 in.my book. burger was over cooked, wings also. the bacon cheese fries were atrocious. cold cheese, something that I assume was bacon before it was cooked to 1980s baco bits. the coney was a 7/10. it tasted like something was missing. I was really looking forward to this place but I have high expectations for a $16.00 burger. it was thin (the new trnd is called smash that means thin) and cooked to a point that lost it juices.(not that I was asked how I wanted it cooked) its a cozy ..ok cramped space but cool vibe but sorry waaaaaaay over priced for the quality of food we were served our server was ok. Im not mad just disappointed“

“My boyfriend and I stopped in here looking for a quality , quick bite to eat before his flight out of CVG. we were greeted by Hector , who was honestly fantastic. Made sure we had everything we needed and more, gave great recommendations and let me sample all the juice as I'm an indecisive person! I picked the horchata while my bf drank lime cucumber delicious something - I had the birria tacos, and the man ate a burrito. Was all delicious. Will be going again. Have been waiting to go again actually. Thanks hector !“

“Excellent service and Food. Compliments to the Chef and staff. Had French Pork Chop. Absolutely phenomenal! Fried Green Tomatoes - best I’ve ever had! Martini was also perfect! Very classy place! Highly recommend! Wish there was a location near me!“

“good food nice area“

“I love this place. The atmosphere is beautiful!! Their patio area just amazing!“

“Great espresso, coffee, and other beverages. Always happy to support local.“

“Absolutely fabulous experience! Amazing food, drinks, and fun vibes. The roasted eggplant is to die for, and the Sauvignon Blanc blend was fantastic. Great time with friends and wonderful staff made it even better!“

“The best cheese I’ve eaten! I live 100 miles away but stop in every time I’m in Cincy. I buy it at Christmas for neighbors gifts and they look forward to it every year.“

“First visit. Got the special… best French Dip sandwich I’ve had. Baguette was perfection for this dish. Will be back.“

“I can’t think of a single negative thing to say about my first experience here. The staff was amazing, the atmosphere was relaxing and the cigar selection was great. Will definitely be visiting again especially once the weather turns.“

“Great local low key bar with friendly attentive staff“

“Always great food and amazing service! We take our dog and love sitting on the patio!!“

“My husband and I stopped in today for lunch after seeing it recommended on Google. The fresh focaccia with olive oil and balsamic were hands down the best I’ve ever had. My husband enjoyed his wedge salad and we split a highly delicious pepperoni pizza. Mike and Maddie were so welcoming! We even got to enjoy their brand new outdoor umbrellas which gave such a nice touch to their outdoor dining patio. We will definitely be back sooner rather than later! 🥰“

“The pizza is always really good! The employees are always welcoming and friendly. I love this place. I eat here at-least once a week!“

“Amazing place !! Highly recommend“

“Love the food and the Staff!!!“

“Went here to actually get photos for a college project, a jazz themed session, the staff were so welcoming and understanding! This tavern is so cozy and unique. I love this hidden little gem! Would return here as a customer due to how polite the staff were.“

“Very friendly bar staff, delicious food, awesome live music, spacious indoor and outdoor seating. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“As I’m writing this review I’m still in shock! I’m in Cincinnati on business and I was craving Italian. I can’t believe there’s not a line around the block just for the meatballs! My family owned an Italian seafood restaurant in NJ for 26 years and I can say without hesitation the meatballs here are the best west of Arthur Ave in the Bronx! My NJ mind is blown!“

“We had dinner with 7 people and everyone enjoyed their meal. The Gnocchi was phenomenal. 10/10 highly recommend!!“