19 Best Southern Restaurants in Cincinnati

Nolia Kitchen Southern • $$$
1405 Clay St, Cincinnati

Customers` Favorites

Redfish Courtbouillon
Oyster and Duck Gumbo
Buttermilk Ice Cream
Sweet Potato Donuts
East Coast Oysters
Skillet Cornbread
Pork \u0026 Peas
Black Eyed Peas
Crab Boulettes
Bread Pudding

“Outstanding in every way. Stopped in for a much-needed meal on the high route from Nashville to Philly.. could not have been more impressed with both food and service. One of the best meals I’ve had in a while.. everything was superb.“

4.5 Superb273 Reviews
Chicken Salad Chick Southern • $
7917 Beechmont Ave, Cincinnati

Customers` Favorites

Olivia's Old South
Loaded Potato Soup
Kickin' Kay Lynne
Chicken Salad blt
Buffalo Barclay
Jalapeno Holly
Broccoli Salad
Seasonal Salad
Classic Carol
Classic Salad

“SO DELICIOUS! Will definitely be back!“

4.8 Superb30 Reviews
Hook Fish & Chicken Southern • $
5790 Colerain Ave, Cincinnati

Customers` Favorites

Ocean Perch Family Meal
Philly Cheese Steak
Chicken Nuggets
Chicken Tenders
Catfish Nuggets
Banana Pudding
Fish Sandwich
Gyro Sandwich
Buffalo Wings
Chicken Wings

“I can get a great lunch for $5.99!“

4.3 Superb46 Reviews
Chicken Salad Chick Southern • $
3420 Werk Rd, Cincinnati

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Salad Fancy Nancy
Chicken Salad Jalapenos
Olivia's Old South
Turkey Sandwich
Chicken Sandwich
Chicken Poblano
Broccoli Salad
Pimento Cheese
Loaded Potato
Pasta Salad

“Need to be more happy more pleasant more appealing like it was when they first opened the doors instead of being so drab being more friendly and making sure the food is there not saying that it's out and we don't have anymore I'm just saying“

4.2 Good51 Reviews
6 'N The Mornin' Breakfast • $
1535 Madison Rd, Cincinnati

Customers` Favorites

Pancake Platter with Eggs and Potato Salad
Go-Go Grape Rise and Reach Peacil Power
Nashville Kickin' Chicken & Waffles
Cheesey Grits with Corned Beef Hash
Savannah Jammin' Salmon Croquettes
Up Fruit Punch Good Day Lemonade
Jackson Stackin' Pancakes 2 pcs
Florida Cost French Toast Combo
Whiting with Eggs and Potatoes
Shrimp and Grits with Cheese

“Fantastic food! Best bfast spot in the city 5 stars.“

4.5 Superb396 Reviews
Chicken Salad Chick Southern • $
3301 Vandercar Way, Cincinnati

Customers` Favorites

Carol Chicken Salad on a Croissant with Grape Salad Side
Chicken Salad blt on a Croissant
Jalapeño Chicken Salad Sandwich
Carol Croissant Sandwich
Buffalo Chicken Salad
Macaroni and Cheese
Buttercream Cookie
Loaded Potato Soup
Turkey Sandwich

“Just wish there was one closer to me!! Love their chicken salad & the cookies!!“

4 Good47 Reviews
The Eagle OTR Chicken • $$
1342 Vine St, Cincinnati

Customers` Favorites

Fried Chicken Turnip Greens Macaroni Cheese and Spoonbread
Hot Honey Dine in: Yes Outdoor seating: Yes Takeout: Yes
Horseradish Mashed Potatoes with Herbed Chicken Gravy
White Cheddar Grits with House Made Pickled Peppers
Carolina Braised Pork Sandwich
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Southern Chopped Half
The Eagle Family Meal
Macaroni and Cheese
Maple Glazed Bacon

“We highly recommend The Eagle OTR!!! The food was amazing and the service was great. We were in town for an early birthday celebration for my husband and the hostess said Happy Birthday as soon as our reservation was ready and he also received a birthday treat❤️❤️❤️“

4.4 Superb345 Reviews
Soul Secrets Soul Food • $$
1434 Vine St, Cincinnati

Customers` Favorites

Mac and Cheese Whiting Fish Cornbread Collard Greens
Meatloaf Mashed Potatoes Greens
3 Pieces Southern Fried Dark
Strawberry Lemonade Hennessy
Oxtails w Cornbread Muffin
Peach Cobbler French Toast
Chicken & Waffles White
Fried Catfish Sandwich
Vegan Salisbury Steak
Fried Catfish Dinner

“The food was delicious. Had my husband hollering, lol scared the ppl at first then the other customers joined in. Service was amazing“

4.4 Superb324 Reviews
Hook Fish & Chicken Southern • $
3500 Reading Rd, Cincinnati

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Tenders Dinner
Double Cheese Burger
Catfish Nuggets
Chicken Philly
Catfish Fillet
Chicken Salad
Chicken Wings
Gyro Platter
Philly Steak
Chicken Gyro

“This location is something else. She gets an attitude, she cuts you off when you try to talk, she don't refund anybody money when they mess your order up, they have a website that she says she doesn't use but the orders coming to that store. She likes to argue with you about your food.
Can't wait until the linn st location reopens because avondale location is cray.“

3.6 Good39 Reviews
Southern Grace Eats Caterers • $$
3751 Montgomery Rd, Cincinnati

Customers` Favorites

Fried Chicken Collard Greens and Mac N Cheese
Fried Whiting Fish & Macaroni & Cheese
Grippos Chicken Wings Dinner
Collard Greens Cornbread
Fried Chicken White Meat
Smothered Turkey Tips
Yams & Mac & Cheese
BBQ Brisket Meal
Lemon Herb Salmon
Candied Yams

“Despite it being Mother’s Day and they were booked and busy the customer service was amazing if you ain’t had the southern grace experience you better get there 😮‍💨😮‍💨“

4.4 Superb195 Reviews
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen Comfort Food • $
3633 Springdale Rd, Cincinnati

Customers` Favorites

Signature Soup - Baked Potato Soup
Cheddar's Legendary Monster Cookie
Fall-Off-The-Plate Baby Back Ribs
Cornbread White Fish Dinner
Chicken Tenders and Fries
Homemade Chicken Pot Pie
Honey Butter Croissants
Ribs & Chicken Tenders
Cheddar's Trio Sampler
Cheddar's Cheese Fries

“We went there on 8/10/25. The food was very good!!! The only thing I did not like is the girl who brought my food had her thumb not on the edge of the plate but actually in my plate so I did not eat the green beans that was where her thumb was. My suggestion is that the people who bring the food wear plastic gloves. Other than that the food was good.“

4.2 Good254 Reviews
Just Q'in BBQ Barbecue • $
975 E McMillan St, Cincinnati

Customers` Favorites

Brisket Mac and Cheese Green Beans
Baked Beans and Brisket Sandwich
Texas Smoked Brisket - By the lb
Adam St Louis Style Ribs
Brisket Plate - No Bun
Goliath Beef Brisket
Pulled Pork Sammich
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Macaroni and Cheese
Barbecue Pork Ribs

“Best bbq I’ve ever had. Incredible! Delicious sides too.“

4.2 Good128 Reviews
Hook Fish & Chicken Seafood • $
5000 Reading Rd, Cincinnati

Customers` Favorites

Double Cheeseburger and Fries with Extra Arab Seasoning
Tilapia Dinner with Fries
Whiting & 2 Piece Wings
Fish & Chicken Combo
Fries with Cheese
Chicken Tenders
Catfish Nuggets
Chicken Philly
Fried Chicken
Fish Sandwich

“I can get a great lunch for $5.99!“

4.1 Good97 Reviews
Lucius Q Barbecue • $
1131 Broadway, Cincinnati

Customers` Favorites

Korean BBQ Chicken Wings
Biscuits & Brisket Cbant
Pulled Pork BBQ 3-Way
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Hot BBQ Jumbo Wings
Burnt End Sandwich
Breakfast Burrito
Corn \u0026 Queso
Brisket Sandwich
Pork Belly Tacos

“Great environment! The staff there is wonderful and the food ��� especially the grits. Was good to collaborate shows there too! Much love.“

4 Good149 Reviews
Richie's Fast Food • $
110 Woolper Ave, Cincinnati

Customers` Favorites

PC Party Wing & Roll
Breast Substitutions
30 Piece Party Wing
6 Piece Party Wing
Macaroni & Cheese
Red Beans & Rice
Three Piece Meal
Sweet Potato Pie
10 PC Chicken
Mac & Cheese

“I drive from south side of Indianapolis every 1-2 weeks to get food as it is so much better than food options near me.“

4.1 Good41 Reviews
O'Charley's Restaurant & Bar American • $
4531 Eastgate Blvd, Cincinnati

Customers` Favorites

6 Oz Sirloin Steak Baked Potato Steamed Broccoli
Southern-Fried Chicken Tender Salad
Chicken O'Tenders and Steak
Top-Shelf Combo Appetizer
Grilled Atlantic Salmon
Family Size House Salad
Southwest Chicken Salad
Seafood Combo Platter
Fried Chicken Tenders
Loaded Potato Skins

“The food was delicious and amazing!!“

3.9 Good94 Reviews
LouVino OTR Restaurant and Wine Bar Wine Bar • $$
1142 Main St, Cincinnati

Customers` Favorites

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Stuffed Beignets
Truffle Parmesan Frites w Truffle Aioli
Warm Caramelized Onion Goat Cheese Dip
Goat Cheese \u0026 Basil Gnocchi
Warm Brussels Sprouts Salad
Brunch Biscuits and Gravy
Loaded Baked Potato Tots
Mini Charcuterie Board
Stuffed French Toast
Brussel Sprout Salad

“Ronnie and Molly are great! The loaded tots are killer!“

3.9 Good233 Reviews
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store American • $
4902 Fields Ertel Rd, Cincinnati

Customers` Favorites

Momma's Pancake Breakfast with Blueberries
The Cracker Barrel's Country Boy Breakfast
Sunday Homestyle Chicken N' French Toast
Lemon Pepper Trout Macaroni Cheese Corn
Grandma's Sampler Pancake Breakfast
Grandpa's Country Fried Breakfast
Eggs in TST Sausage and Hashbrown
Wild Maine Blueberry Pancakes
Dumplings and Greens Carrots
Biscuits and Corn Muffins

“We got great service and good food. Much better than it has been in the recent past.“

3.7 Good358 Reviews
O'Charley's Restaurant & Bar American • $
5075 Crookshank Rd, Cincinnati

Customers` Favorites

Half-Club & Salad or Soup
Seafood Combo Platter
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Fried Chicken Tenders
Cedar-Planked Salmon
Cedar Plank Salmon
Tenders and Ribs
Steak and Salmon
Chicken Fingers
Fried Pickles

“Brought my granddaughter here and we had wonderful service! Food was good, except for the potato soup. Have had it a few times before, but this time, it looked like a bowl filled with orange-ish cheese, was entirely too thick, and had long pieces (instead of chunks) of potato with not much flavor. Disappointing.“

3 Average101 Reviews