46 Best Cocktail Bars in Cincinnati

“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.“

“We had dinner at Ivory House on 3/21. It was an absolutely delightful dining experience. The food was superb. The staff was welcoming and worked hard to ensure we had a very pleasant dining experience. We will most definitely return.“

“My absolute favorite bar in cincinnati. We’ve been twice, going back tomorrow, and have no plans to stop! I believe it is the most sophisticated bar menu, unique cocktails, and best bartenders in the city. The only place I’ve been to that can compare to the cocktails of the bigger cities like Chicago and NYC. They have a fantastic menu but also kill it with the classics. They’re happy to nerd out with you on anything cocktails. Highly recommend!!“

“Been to Ripple a few times now and it is always very good. Good food, service, and vibe.I've had the salmon entree, the stuffed poblano peppers, the perogies, and the Sicilian flat bread and each has been delicious.Definitely recommend going.“

“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.“

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

“Best taste of Italy in Cincinnati“

“An exceptional dining experience from start to finish. Alexis went above and beyond when scheduling our reservation. Our server Levi's suggestions didn't miss! He navigated us through the menu while remaining attentive to our pace of service. Pictured is the Brick Pressed Chicken Au Vin. My personal favorite dish, Scallops Grenobloise, featured a rich creamy blend of sweet, savory zest. A signature flavor profile found across all Thunderdome Restaurant Group concepts. Another timeless restaurant in the books. I look forward to sharing this new experience with my friends and family.“

“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!“

“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.“

“Every time I stop at Anjou I feel like I’m on vacation. Everything from the glasses, the tables, the decor - perfection. And then there are some amazing craft cocktails. My favorite spot.“

“Turkey sandwich was great, also enjoyed the tea and service! Coffee smelled great just wasn't a coffee time for me.“

“Excellent food, relaxing atmosphere, friendly service“

“Absolutely brilliant meal. Lovely fine-dining experience with a chef that nailed every dish.“

“Amazing place and great service! Next time I’m in town I will be back for another visit!“

“The owner welcomed us and was very friendly. I loved the ambience!“

“Visited Rosie’s Italian Kitchen. Cannot believe it took us so long to check it out. Our server Austin gave very good suggestions and everything was outstanding ! We had the Arancini and Fried Lasagna bites to start and then the Honey Pie! Perfect blend of sweet heat . We also split the Cannoli Cookie with a scoop of vanilla gelato . Forgot to get a photo as we dug right in. We also met the Manager Alex and Kitchen Manager Victor who were so welcoming and made us feel like family . Already planning when we can go back !“

“Emillie was a great server! Let's start with the great things. We did apps and sides. Dumplings were so good but broth was phenomenal !!! Burrata and tomato jam was basically an amazing caprese, sooo good. We also had truffle mushrooms which we added to dumpling broth, YUM! and also had the perfect broccoli with just an ok aioli. Was unimpressed with crab avocado toast, not worth the expense. Have had a a lot of crab food options s and this underwhelmed. My husband is a brownie sundae officianato and he seriously loved the s'more brownie dessert. Overall, great food and sat outside away from a noisy interior on a Friday night.“

“Very clean and inviting atmosphere.“

“Cute decor. Really filling and tasty arepas. We had the giant with beef, chicken, and chorizo. The spice was just right and it was more than I could eat alone. The veggie arepa with plantain and black beans was really good also. The fresh salsas were a great addition. The service was quick and friendly“

“Love everything about Urban Stead Cheese!“

“Really enjoyed this niche spot for drinks. Beer flights available along with cocktails. Friendly staff. A good selection of beers , with some that are not at the main brewery that is right around the corner. Just a comfortable atmosphere.“

“Great local low key bar with friendly attentive staff“

“Our drinks were amazing the bar manager was so helpful and great atmosphere can’t wait to go again“

“The overall atmosphere and the staff was wonderful“

“Chill vibes, great staff.. phenomenal drinks“

“The ambiance and live music are nice.Service is speedy.Drink prices are bourbon are high across the board, but everything seems to be around $15 minimum, even pours that are $6 at other bars. It's just too high for the selection that they have.The cocktail happy hour is solid.“

“One of my favorite bars in the area! I loved the dim lighting and comfortable seating. They had plenty of space and the service was great! We got the charcuterie board which was cheap/pretty tasty. Definitely recommend for a chill night out.“

“I love this place. The atmosphere is the best I've seen in a long time, and the live music is fantastic. The drinks are a bit pricey, but you get what you pay for. I'd love to try more things on the menu, and I'd definitely recommend this place to a friend.“

“Great food, fun workers!!“

“Loved this place! Great atmosphere, music and cocktails ♥️“

“I never have a bad experience coming here. The coffee is one of a kind in cincinnati and the vibe is super chill and relaxing. I love coming here to get the banana nut bread latte while doing some homework in one of the booths! I wish they would add more food/bakery items every time I come on they are almost fully gone but that’s the only downside I still love this place!“

“A great warm inviting speakeasy lounge industrial hybrid of a bar right above Goodfellas pizza shop. Grab a slice of pizza and a giant breadstick from below and head upstairs where they have incredible craft cocktails for reasonable prices in a very relaxed and inviting atmosphere with seating anywhere from couches to a classy bar to regular tables that can be pushed together to accommodate larger groups and an outdoor space! The bartenders are always extremely kind, knowledgeable, and great at crafting serious drinks of any sort. We love coming here for low key quality drinks and a quiet warm atmosphere with a touch of leather and wood and class to the air!“

“This was our first time at Parkside. I enjoyed the comfortable atmosphere and The staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful. We ordered the burgers, fries and salads. All the food was delicious and served quickly and hot. The place was very busy but neither service nor food reflected that. We will definitely go back.“

“Restaurant was beautiful and the food was excellent. Service was also very good.“

“My husband threw me a surprise birthday party at Tillie’s and it could not have been more perfect! We had the entire back area to ourselves, but also had karaoke with the lovely Phaedra in the front to enjoy with other patrons. I love the space in the back, it’s intimate, but still open to enjoy the entire bar. I don’t drink, so Jordan the bartender made me a delicious mocktail to enjoy. Jordan was personable, attentive, and just a genuinely kind guy. My husband even worked with Nigel to have a playlist running all night of my favorite genre of songs. Tillie’s is perfect for any occasion, a fun random night out or a planned event like this. I felt so special and attended to. Thanks Tillie’s for a perfect night!“

“Such a fun experience! Great atmosphere!“

“owner is a huge mellow dude....Darmstadt he works hard kind of funny and very cool to talk to..and even if you come to buy or drink a beer he's socialable“

“Cool bar, nice patio. Perfect for the Cigar social they hosted Sunday with High Bank Whiskey and Straus Tobacconist.They have several beers on tap plus solid liquor and wine menus (including carryout). I didn't try them, but their lite bites have decent prices and there are also good restaurants on the same block.It's also great that they have a pool table plus sometimes have live music and karaoke. It's in a good location and if you can't find a parking spot, there's a garage half a block away.“

“great drinks amazing bartenders good food!!!“

“the empanadas are excellent. also highly recommend the "ritual shots"“

“Our first time visiting! Both bartenders were super nice and welcoming! Drinks were great and the wings were killer! We also tried some fries and a spicy pizza roll all which were amazing! I’m a huge ranch gal and there’s was top tier! Loves the environment and was served super fast! We will for sure be back!“

“Dan the owner is great. We had a wedding there on a Sunday. He was able to accommodate us with this venue with just a 4 day notice after our original venue was proving to be too small. We were able to decorate the place inside and out. We were married out back on the stage.Had a dj,catered food . Everyone loved it and it was very affordable. Thanks so much Dan!“

“When I arrived the very first time, everyone was nice. Smiles and hi's. I introduced myself and the guy I spoke with was very nice and found out we liked had a lot in common. Found out later he was the owner. U may think he did that for business, but he was genuine. The place is always open, and I made a lot of friends there. I want to move back here just to visit as much as possible. Sincerely, Larry Straub“

“Pearl's hosted a work event with 20-30 of us in their upstairs private room. It has everything you could want, including it's own separate bar, and balcony. It feels completely separate from the bar atmosphere downstairs. Highly recommend booking your event here.“

“The food was outstanding it was my first time there“