16 Best Southern Restaurants in Cincinnati

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

Customers` Favorites

Buttermilk Ice Cream
Oyster and Duck Gumbo
Skillet Cornbread
Black Eyed Peas
Crab Boulettes
Goat Gnocchi
Crab Claws
Pork & Peas
Pound Cake
Cheesecake

“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.“

4.7 Superb382 Reviews
Southern Grace Eats Caterers • $
3751 Montgomery Rd, Cincinnati

Customers` Favorites

Fried Chicken Collard Greens and Mac N Cheese
Fried Chicken White Meat
Lemon Herb Salmon
BBQ Brisket Meal
Chicken Wings
Candied Yams

“Went there for the first time today for lunch. The staff was super friendly and the food was absolutely AMAZING!“

4.8 Superb110 Reviews
Soul Secrets Soul Food • $$
1434 Vine St, Cincinnati

Customers` Favorites

Mac and Cheese Whiting Fish Cornbread Collard Greens
Meatloaf Mashed Potatoes Greens
Strawberry Lemonade Hennessy
Oxtails w Cornbread Muffin
Chicken & Waffles White
Vegan Salisbury Steak
Buttermilk Cornbread
Fried Chicken Dinner
Chicken and Waffles
Home Style Meatloaf

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

4.4 Superb197 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
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Southern Chopped Half
The Eagle Family Meal
Macaroni and Cheese
Brown Sugar Bacon
Fried Chicken blt
Mashed Potatoes
Grilled Cheese

“Loved the spicy chicken dip! mac and cheese was good but if it had bacon or some protein it wouldve been soo much better! But I still loved the food overall. ❤️ My server was so sweet! (I believe her name was Lyn?) the fried chicken was also good! ?“

4.3 Superb319 Reviews
Chicken Salad Chick Southern • $
7917 Beechmont Ave, Cincinnati

Customers` Favorites

Loaded Potato Soup
Olivia's Old South
Buffalo Barclay
Jalapeno Holly
Broccoli Salad
Seasonal Salad
Classic Carol
Classic Salad
Turkey Club
Fruity Fran

“SO DELICIOUS! Will definitely be back!“

4.7 Superb53 Reviews
Just Q'in BBQ Barbecue • $
975 E McMillan St, Cincinnati

Customers` Favorites

Brisket Mac and Cheese Green Beans
Baked Beans and Brisket Sandwich
Adam St Louis Style Ribs
Goliath Beef Brisket
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Macaroni and Cheese
Brisket Burnt Ends
Barbecue Pork Ribs
Rib Tips Plate
Brisket Plate

“Great little BBQ spot!! We were traveling through the area and wanted to try some BBQ...while searching came across Just Q'in BBQ. We ordered Brisket, Ribs, Rib tips, and the Brisket and Mac bowl. Everything was pretty good, the Mac needed a little more cheese but other than that the BBQ was great with a nice smoke to it!! Overall, Great BBQ spot!!“

4.4 Superb80 Reviews
Lucius Q Barbecue • $
1131 Broadway, Cincinnati

Customers` Favorites

Korean BBQ Chicken Wings
Biscuits & Brisket Cbant
Pulled Pork BBQ 3-Way
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Burnt End Sandwich
Brisket Sandwich
Pork Belly Tacos
Banana Pudding
Broccoli Salad
Smoked Turkey

“Really good BBQ, good drinks, good service“

4.1 Good118 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
Warm Brussels Sprouts Salad
Brunch Biscuits and Gravy
Loaded Baked Potato Tots
Mini Charcuterie Board
Brussel Sprout Salad
Stuffed French Toast
Fried Chicken Tacos

“Excellent service! Friendly staff“

4 Good295 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

“It was the first time my Fiance and I went. Cute little Restaurant. The Cashier was helpful with our choices. Both enjoyed our meals,good portions of food. The Cashier( She Was A Manager) Came To Our Table A Few Times and Ask How We Was Doing. We liked that,well definitely go back again ❤️❤️.“

4.1 Good81 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
Fries with Cheese
Chicken Tenders
Chicken Philly
Catfish Nuggets
Fish Sandwich
Buffalo Wings
French Fries

“Great customer service. and fresh , hot fish, chicken, shrimp and don't forget the Chicago style sandwiches. If you make them a combo you get fries and a drink. If you want to feed the family or having a party get your family meals of fish or chicken all topped off with lemon pepper.“

4.1 Good80 Reviews
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen Comfort Food • $
3633 Springdale Rd, Cincinnati

Customers` Favorites

Signature Soup - Baked Potato Soup
Fall-Off-The-Plate Baby Back Ribs
Chicken Tenders and Fries
Honey Butter Croissants
Cheddar's Cheese Fries
Ribs & Chicken Tenders
Cheddar's Trio Sampler
Hot Fudge Cake Sundae
Monte Cristo Sandwich
Santa Fe Spinach Dip

“Haven't been for awhile. Atmosphere was great,Our Waitress was especially great. I ordered the 6oz. Sirloin with Baked Potato and Carrots. Everything was exactly the way I like it. My Fiance ordered Chicken Alfredo,he's was a big serving had leftovers.“

4 Good164 Reviews
Hook Fish & Chicken Southern • $
5790 Colerain Ave, Cincinnati

Customers` Favorites

Philly Cheese Steak
Catfish Nuggets
Chicken Nuggets
Chicken Tenders
Banana Pudding
Fish Sandwich
Gyro Sandwich
Buffalo Wings
Chicken Wings
Jumbo Shrimp

“Great customer service. and fresh , hot fish, chicken, shrimp and don't forget the Chicago style sandwiches. If you make them a combo you get fries and a drink. If you want to feed the family or having a party get your family meals of fish or chicken all topped off with lemon pepper.“

4 Good52 Reviews
Chicken Salad Chick Southern • $
3301 Vandercar Way, Cincinnati

Customers` Favorites

Jalapeño Chicken Salad Sandwich
Buffalo Chicken Salad
Buttercream Cookie
Turkey Sandwich

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

3.8 Good58 Reviews
Hook Fish & Chicken Southern • $
3500 Reading Rd, Cincinnati

Customers` Favorites

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

“The owner is very kind, the food is delicious, and I pray that this restaurant is blessed with success! Every bite is juicy, crispy, and tasty! The owner was so kind to my daughter, and when he learned we were traveling from out of state, he went above and beyond to take even more care of us. Absolutely will stop by here every time we drive through town! I had the pick 2, with catfish and tenders. My wife had the turkey burger with fries, and my daughter had the chicken nuggets.“

3.6 Good30 Reviews
O'Charley's Restaurant & Bar American • $
4531 Eastgate Blvd, Cincinnati

Customers` Favorites

Southern-Fried Chicken Tender Salad
Chicken O'Tenders and Steak
Top-Shelf Combo Appetizer
Family Size House Salad
Grilled Atlantic Salmon
Fried Chicken Tenders
Loaded Potato Skins
Loaded Potato Soup
Cedar Plank Salmon
The Club Sandwich

“The food was delicious and amazing!!“

3.7 Good86 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
Grandpa's Country Fried Breakfast
Wild Maine Blueberry Pancakes
Dumplings and Greens Carrots
Country Vegetable Plate
Grilled Chicken Tenders
Country Sampler Platter
Chicken Tenders Platter
Southern Fried Chicken

“I placed an order on the app was ready on the time they said and everything was delicious. a very nice experience“

3.6 Good175 Reviews