Four of us visited for the first time. We had the smash burgers and chili and fries. Plus tried the…read morecheese curds and fries pickles. Everything was great and the prices were very reasonable. We will eat here again.

Ok - what a fun little dive!! Soooo much food and it was all good! I'm not much of a burger girl,…read morebut when I want one I really want it done well and they do good burgers. I had the delux with fries and it was nice and hot and piled high with the veggies. Malt vinegar at the table for my fries was perfect. They have an off menu menu too and we tried the stuffed mushrooms which were huge and gooey with some sort of goat cheese filling. A really nice refreshing strawberry lemonade to wash it all down and I was stuffed! Service was super nice diner and dive friendly and great for family or a casual date and everything in between. Will definitely be back!

PUB FOOD DONE RIGHT!…read more If you're looking for a spot that delivers comfort food with big flavor, Bender's Pub Grub needs to be on your radar! Located inside Alexandria Brewing Company, Chef Shawn Weinbender & his managing partner Lora Damron opened Bender's Pub Grub in December 2022 & they've definitely made their mark on NKY! Their team is serving up traditional pub food with a Southern touch that is undeniably delicious! Voted Best Burger in NKY 3 years in a row, I'd say they're definitely doing it right!! The Smashburger was everything you want in a burger--juicy, flavorful, and perfectly smashed with those crispy edges we all love. The Tots were golden, crispy, and impossible to stop eating. And can we talk about the Charcuterie Board?! The perfect mix of meats, cheeses, and accompaniments that made every bite a little adventure. My favorite bites were the Charcuterie Board & the Smashburger! Whether you're grabbing dinner, meeting friends for drinks, or just craving some seriously good pub food, Bender's Pub Grub delivers. What are your must-have pub food orders? Let me know in the comments! Bender's Pub Grub 7926 Alexandria Pike Unit 1a Alexandria, KY 41001 https://benderspubgrub.com/ Instagram & TikTok: @biteswithmissb #biteswithmissb #contentcreator #foodreview #kentucky #smallbusiness

carry out only: I…read morerandomly found them on instagram and started following so I could try the wings. They didn't disappoint! I ordered online at the West Chester location inside the brewery Alexandria I think. It's in a weird spot in the business district. Pick up was easy and it wasn't busy. Service was friendly. I got the double smash burger (regular one) with cheese only. Tots and 12 wings in dry rub. The burger was good. It could use more salt. It did have some seasoning that you could visibly see though. It was a pretty big burger! Not my favorite smash burger but it was good and i'd eat it again. The tots were fine. Much better after being tossed in the air fryer. The wings had great flavor from the dry rub. I would go back for the wings for sure. They were nice and crispy (which i think i may have requested).

A great place in Fort Thomas that is a little quirky…read more The items are named after rock bands or stars Bread Zepplin Pearl Jam Metallica Red Hot Chili Peppers and Mariah Curry Just to name a few We went for burger week and got the Pearl Jam Pretzel bun goat cheese caramelized onions with a jalapeno jam Yummy The onion rings were fantastic They also have milkshakes They looked fantastic

Stopped by Tickle Pickle in Fort Thomas recently and had a really great experience. The service was…read moreexcellent--friendly and attentive, which made for a really relaxed atmosphere. The food was definitely the highlight. I went with the Slaytar, which was tasty, though next time I might ask for a little extra tartar sauce on the side. My wife grabbed the Pearl Jam and really liked it, and my daughter went with the Bread Zeppelin, which was a hit with her as well. It's a super comfortable spot to grab a bite, and we'll definitely be adding this to our Cincinnati adjacent rotation. If you're in the area and looking for a solid meal, I'd highly recommend checking it out.

Well, what to say about this. It's a bar serving food in a house. Kinda divey but also weirdly…read morecharming. Located directly across from the NKU campus it seems like a local favorite. We stopped mainly for a meal, but the bar counter seemed a much more lively place to be at! We ordered a chicken salad and chicken wings. Both were good. We also ordered their spicy cheese curds. They were definitely spicy- but a great spin on the familiar fried cheese curds. The prices were very reasonable. It would be a fun stop to enjoy a brew at happy hour (they advertised some great happy hour prices) and catch a sports game on one of the TV's.

Typical neighborhood bar , Close to NKU campus . Love the wings & spicy cheese curds . Service is…read moregood & friendly , along with reasonable prices

I came here for burger week to try the blackberry bourbon sauce with havarti cheese burger Very…read moregood but needed more sauce I want it dripping This place is known for barbecue and the smells were phenomenal I will be back to try their barbecue So many choices to try Its a very cute small restaurant with big flavors

The sandwich was so flavorful and moist I ate the entire pulled pork sandwich without adding any…read moresauce.

We absolutely love wandering monsters. Huge parking lot area for parking, quick service inside even…read morein a busy night, and duck pin bowling! They host trivia nights, private parties, and have awesome merch if you are into that. Always a new fun drink on the menu and their classics. The food is classic bar food + BBQ and it's pretty good for not being their main gig. Duck pin bowling can have about 45-60 wait if you get there at peak time on a weekend night, but if you put your name in as soon as you get in it times out well with having a drink, eating, and catching up some! A go to for us when we need a night out of the house but want something easy.

First timer and didn't disappoint! Great atmosphere and food! You can play Duckpin while enjoying…read moredinner before or after. Great place for the entire family. Reasonably priced. Cheese curds were a huge portion and the smash burger had a really good taste. Staff were really nice and welcoming and I appreciate that they put the instructions on how to order and where to sit when you first walk in.

I was a little nervous about eating here when I walked in because the place looks pretty run down…read more It could definitely use a makeover. But don't judge a book by its cover because the cheeseburger I had was fantastic! The man that took my order couldn't have been nicer. He thanked me for stopping in, which was really nice. Give this place a try!

Great food and great place. The burgers hit the spot for lunch and everything was great.read more

Stopped in twice this week for lunch. Had the hamburger then the award winning wings. Both were…read moregreat!! I love the crew the was working. Even the owner popped in the check in on me. Great story and can see why they are successful. Burger was full of flavor and filling!! Had the blue cheese burger was a great choice for me. The wings were great would have liked to been able to split up the order to try more flavors but maybe next time. The smoking prior to flash frying gives another layer of flavor and would be very complex with some of the flavor profiles of the sauces I'm sure. Great job Midway!! And you better not sleep on this place it serves great food but also has an amazing supply of bourbon and spirits for sell and drinking.

We stopped in for lunch and had an incredible meal. It was so good. I completely forgot to take…read morepictures. Our server knew the menu and was very accommodating. Lots of fun and I look forward to returning. I highly recommend this cute place.

The cheeseburger was decadent and melt-in-your-mouth level of transcendency. The staff was…read morehard-working and the food was out in minutes. It had a very 1950's diner tile pattern, which matches the original style of burger served at this location. One note though; even as a staple of the location, the fry sizing is very generous, so a small can be split by 2 people, although they do taste delicious.

This place has just opened up in the last month and this burger joint is A LOT better than the one…read moreit replaced here! Granted, it took them a bit to get our burgers and fries out to us, but they were in the end part of a rush too. Our burgers and fries came out hot and fresh. Those burgers tasted amazing, as did the fries -- they were also cooked all the way through. The only problem that I had was that it was slightly chilly in the restaurant, like a door was propped open in to the cold evening air, but was fine outside of that part though. I think that my husband and I will be back here.

I have been wanting to eat here forever We finally got here!! I love small businesses where you…read moreorder at the bar and they scream your name when the order is ready My burger was simple with onions and pickles My hubby got the italian sausage sandwich and the chili is delicious Simple food made with love

Nostalgic, simple yet delicious, with the atmosphere of Cheers in Covington, Ky…read more Herb & Thelma's has been serving burgers since 1939 and they are cooked to perfection on the same little flattop behind the bar that's been turning them out for years. The burgers aren't fancy, just down home deliciousness. And if you aren't craving a burger then I highly recommend a good ole fried bologna sandwich and some bean soup. Over all a great family ran establishment with simple food. Most definitely will be stopping back in for another burger.