39 Best Beer Bars in Cincinnati

“We had a lovely Mother’s Day dinner! The restaurant is gorgeous and very welcoming with great music playing. Our server was very friendly and did a great job telling us about Mad Tree and explaining the menu, and the food was delicious! I would highly recommend Alcove!!“

“Good tap selection. Hundreds of canned and bottled beers to choose from.“

“This is a hidden gem. You walk in expecting a full on gas station and its an incredible bar and restaurant. The beer in the fridges are outstanding.

The brisket they serve, along with the mac and cheese is well worth it. A sweet BBQ sauce works well.

I'm a fan and love a place like this!“

“The drinks are expertly made and the place is immaculate! Shout out to Jack!“

“I was in town and Agave & Rye was recommended to me. I stopped in on 9/10/22 talked with Emma the hostess and explained I was having a few friends to stop by not sure how many between five and ten. She accommodated me at the high rise table back by the windows which was perfect for my nine guest. Sarah was our excellent server, she continually checked in on us even thou I saw her working outside as well. Our drinks were awesome and our food was really good. Next time I am in town I will definitely return here.“

“My husband and I had dinner here before attending the Nate Bargatze comedy show on Sunday, October 26th. We were running late due to the Bengals game letting out, and the traffic and crowds in the streets were beyond chaotic. We called Bourbon's and informed them of the situation and they were so kind to hold our table for us. We finally arrived and we were greeted and seated immediately. The service, the food, and the ambiance were all excellent. We would highly recommend this place. It's a great location if you're attending an event at Paycor Stadium, the Reds Stadium, or the Heritage Bank Center. It was an easy choice being so close to the venue we were attending and we're glad we chose it!“

“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.“

“Today we picked Fireside cause we wanted to try some Cincinnati pizza! All I can say is what an amazing place. The gentleman working was amazing!! Helped tell us about other places to go, had us try some different draft beers, they made the best pizza’s even my kids loved all the different types and loved drawing plates to put on the wall. If we were to ever come back this way definitely would be coming back! Recommend 100x!!“

“Nice place to smoke, pass the time and just socialize“

“What a great find! We were looking for a place to take a bunch of kids after a birthday Zipline adventure. Decided to try this and it was perfect! The upstairs is amazing! So big and spacious with a bar and balcony and party room with games.
I don't think they want to be known as a place for kids parties, but they were accommodating nonetheless and it was a hit with the kids.
They even had pizzas ready for us when we got there (I called about 20 minutes before we arrived).“

“Great neighborhood bar. Great bartenders, fantastic beer selection, but if you’re looking for food, you’re in the wrong place go across the street or next-door to Mo Chico or Tequila.. This is my favorite neighborhood. Hang out. Parking on the street or across the street in the Paige lot, or behind building on free parking deck.“

“If you haven’t tried the fried smashed potatoes you are missing out! WOW those are delicious! We always have great service and delicious food. The blackberry bbq sauce is amazing!“

“My aunt had her retirement party here and rented out the whole place. The drinks were amazing and the appetizers served were PHENOMENAL, I couldn’t believe it was brewery food. I definitely recommend renting out for events! Great environment too.“

“Great roof top area, food was amazing and prices were very reasonable . friendly staff. Will be back“

“Inviting atmosphere with great coffee and even better service.

I Stumbled upon this cafe on google and learned that it is one of the few coffee shops that are open late into the evening. As soon as i walked in, i noticed that the pillows in top of the seating rows and the great cozy atmosphere that allows people to work while minding their business which is the perfect mix for a coffee spot!

They have a downstairs too and both floors have a patio area which I will try once the weather gets warmer. The downstairs is a more quiet environment but the main floor is filled with vibes and background conversations so it offers both ambiances that a cafe often calls for.

The selection of wine has depth which makes it a good spot to hangout even after the coffee hours are gone.

As a latino, i loved seeing the empanadas on their menu which is a great snack or meal and goes well with coffee.

I ordered the usual, dark toast drip coffee, yet again and the flavor was a bit on the robust side with a hint of bitterness but delicious nonetheless. I had more than three refills of it and was more awake than a meth head at 3 pm in the afternoon!

The barista was so sweet and was more than happy to take care of my refills every time i stepped up to the bar!

Will come back to try their empanadas.“

“Always so delicious! Everything we’ve ever ordered has been absolutely exceptional.“

“My new favorite coffee stop in Cincinnati. The staff was very friendly, the menu had a delightful selection of exciting seasonal drinks and the atmosphere was great. I ordered the iced girl scout latte and was very impressed with the drink I received. I brought my laptop with me to get some homework done and was very happy to find ample outlets and comfortable seating -- not as easy to find in a local cafe as you might think. It was quiet in the late afternoon but definitely started picking up in the evening as people transitioned from ordering coffee to the actual bar. All in all, there's a little bit of everything here. Good quiet vibes for some afternoon work, and a little more excitement rolling in during the evening. I wish I could have stayed and ordered a cocktail“

“One of my favorite places to eat. I love the food. Wine selection is good. Service is good.
I have two issues with this place.
#1. They charge $10 cork fee per bottle of wine on everyday but Thursday. That’s a crime. They claim that their wine is cheaper than other places so it justifies the cork fee, but that’s simply not true. I can get most of them cheaper at Krogers. I don’t agree with being penalized $10 per bottle to drink it there. Therefore I rarely go there any longer unless it’s a Thursday. They could at least cut it back to one $10 fee per night.
#2. When they have a live band they bring the tip jar around to each table and expect you to tip the band. I know where the tip jar is and I usually tip the band, but I don’t like how they somewhat force you to tip them by bringing it to your table. Especially when I’m trying to eat my food.

Parking: Behind building“

“Stopped in for beers while visiting Second Sunday on Main after seeing 4 hot guys in a row go inside lol. Very fun and friendly neighborhood bar. Kyle the bartender is awesome! Although I live in Hyde Park I’ll definitely be upping my OTR game and visiting again“

“Rhys and Alan made my whole night! I have an allergy, and they made my pizza from scratch at a later hour than I’m comfortable admitting, but they made me feel so welcome. Highly recommend an establishment that makes someone feel as important as this.“

“EVERYTHING. This MoFo deserves ALL the stars! Great wings, BEST FRIES EVER! - yeah, I said E V E R. The wedge salad tasted like they picked it from the Garden of Eden, made with the world’s best house made ranch dressing- they should bottle that Sh!T. & My drink was top-notch, served by great bartenders in a cozy brick pub, like if Cheers had a “study”. My entree was the Beef on Weck sandwich. All I can say is WHAT THE WECK WAS THAT?! So juicy! So delicious! The cooks in the back were raised RIGHT. Best kept secret in Cincinnati for sure. Stop searching for a restaurant and go here! I’d right this Pony ANYTIME (chef’s kiss)“

“The best place to watch footy in Cincinnati.“

“Wonderful group of ppl with some awesome pizza and calzones. Only thing I wish they also had would be some wings but other than that great experience with my coworkers from Central Window Cleaning out of Columbus“

“Conclusion
- Hyde Prek is a fun cozy Environment, great place to do some studying or meeting up with a friend. Would recommend drinks like Cappuccinos and up. Baristas are super nice. Hyde Perk, is also open a bit later into the evenings.

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“Food was fabulous! Great beer! Will definitely be back. Kudos to Chef JB 👏👏“

“Muy buenos precios y ambiente familiar“

“Such a fun experience! Great atmosphere!“

“Nice neighborhood-style bar. Family operated, with very friendly staff. They had 11 draft beers on tap, on our first visit, with a great selection of spirits. The proprietor greeted us at the door and introduced us to his son and daughter, who bartended. Expect solid pours, and a fun, chill, friendly vibe. It's the kind of place where you stop by for one drink and stay until close.“

“Came here the next morning after the football game. Been wanting to try it! Definitely a must try if you’re in the city. Very unique menu! Have a wide variety of specialty coffee selections! My husband had the waffles and chicken. The waffle was like none we have ever eaten before. The view is amazing as welll“

“As a local of 25+ years it would be insane of me to leave anything less than five stars lol. Lots of memories here including the 100 dollar bill memorial on the mirror for my friend groups brother. Rip Bobby. From being a dd drinking water and gabbin about life with the bartenders and other patrons to Jsut chilling on the patio in the back in the dead of winter with blue tarps and a space heater. The buzz hits well and good any time of the day or night. this is one spot a non-local should at least visit once. I promise you will leave with an interesting story of some kind lol. To the locals and regulars, stay safe, call a ride. if you see me ask me for a ride. Only way I'm saying no is if I too have been drinking lol 😊“

“The best brisket sandwich I've had. That is coming from someone who lived in South Carolina for 15+ years. Not much fat, the meat was fall apart tender, and the sauce is delicious. Very filling brisket sandwich. Excellent service, the waitress was kind and attentive.

All the meats are smoked in the back, so never frozen!“

“Awesome Bar! My wife April works every Sunday, Tuesday, and every other Friday! They have every drink you could imagine!“

“Positive and Chill like vibes“

“Awesome service, great atmosphere and lots of options for even the pickiest kiddos. The food is large portions and reasonably priced. We definitely will be back!“

“we would eat at Don Rigos every night if we could there food is fantastic our favorite place.“

“Their food is amazing and their prices are even better. Best fried mushrooms I’ve had around.“

“The food was good as always. My complaint is that it was a very cold and windy day. When I checked in, I asked for a table that would be warm. When seated, my group was placed by the large front windows and near the door. That meant that every time the front door opened, a cold breeze blew to our table. You also lose a lot of radiant heat by large windows. It was not busy that day and we could have easily been sat at a table in the back of the restaurant. I was with a group and did not want to make a fuss, but my request was totally ignored.“

“We had a great New Year's Eve dining experience @ Nada. Jonathan was an excellent server. The servers eagerly helped one another. Johnathan recommended the Chipotle empenada, which was very tasty. The chicken fajitas were plentiful with many options for increased tastes. The enchiladas were delicious too - all paired with a pleasant cava. The tres leches capped off a great experience.“

“My girlfriend ordered the Grueben, and I ordered the Salmon BLT. Both sandwiches were fair, but a bit pricey. The crispy chips were rubbery and undercooked, and the fries were just okay. The service was pretty decent, though.

It was an alright place to eat, mostly for the marina location, but I wouldn’t go out of my way to eat there.

Also, the men’s room is in desperate need of repairs. 😳“