Love sitting outside here and listening to live music! The inside is super cozy too, just more tightly packed. Great vibes and drinks here always read more

Place is awesome but old grump in the front completely ruins it. Would be 10/10 without him. Some of the worst treatment I've ever had by a service member. A little power goes a long way for some people. read more

Might be my new favorite bar in cincy. This place has so much character. They have a fire outside, but do sit inside if you have the chance. Cool relics hanging on the walls, stained glass. Get the spiked hot chocolate. This place is certainly a gem. read more

Blind Lemon - Wine Bars Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Awesome historic gem in Cinci. Cool inside bar area with lots of antiques and great cocktails. Outside area is fantastic as well with plenty of seating options. Live music both inside and out depending on the season. This is a must stop if you're in the area! read more

We stopped here before a wedding and it was really cute and kitschy inside. It's pretty small which is the downside for me but servers were great and the cocktails were nice as well. It also has a nice back patio. They let you order and bring food over from the tavern next door as well. read more

Blind Lemon - Wine Bars Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Went to the blind lemon for the first time and it was a fun experience. I like the idea of the tucked away patio and the different seating options- my friend and I got sat at a small table with 4 seats and a couple got sat next to us- I felt a little bad for their date night vibe being thrown off but they were able to move when more seating opened up. They're very busy, but staff is attentive! Great tasting drinks! We came at the right time as there seemed to be a wait after we arrived. read more

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An afternoon at the Cincinnati Art Museum and then a short walk to the Blind Lemon for a drink is the perfect way to spend a weekend afternoon. It's one of those places that makes you feel cooler just by being in there. Mt Adams has changed a lot over the years but I'm glad this spot has remained a constant. read more

Stopped here with my daughter and granddaughter and really liked it . We were in Cincinnati and went up to Mt Adam and checked this place out . Small patio but really nice and the inside part of it was very intimate and cozy . This is below street level so there are a few steps . They don't serve food but a great place to have a drink . We will be back the next time we are in Cincinnati. I believe in the cold weather they have a fire pit and heaters read more

Blind Lemon is such a vibe - hidden gem. The stained glass, copper, and wood paneling really transports you into another world. It feels like you should be in the mountains, not in Cincinnati which is really awesome feeling and experience when decoration can do that. The little miss sour cocktail is absolutely amazing and will be added to my top 10 cocktail list for sure! The waitress was so nice and had great recommendations. Live music was a plus, but kind of loud. I'll for sure be back! read more

Blind Lemon - Wine Bars Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Came here with my friends post wedding. Seemed like an inconvenience every time we tried to ask to be served. Bartenders were rude and inattentive. Watched other people be served over and over without little respect for me and my party. wanted to give this place the benefit of the doubt even thought there are one pretty bad reviews here but can confidently say I will not return. read more

Lazy workers and terrible service. Any time new guest arrived it was like someone did something wrong. They didn't want to serve anyone when they didn't close for multiple hours read more

The Blind Lemon is perhaps the most unique bar I've frequented in Cincinnati. Sitting atop sleepy Mount Adams, The Blind Lemon sits sandwiched between the Bar and Grille, a guitar lesson studio and several apartments. You could almost miss it, mostly nondescript, but if you do stop on your walk, backpedal a few steps, and listen to the neon humm of the palm tree sign, you become enticed pretty quickly. You walk down the stone steps, and shimmy past patrons. The dark passageway opens to a patio lined with trees; sparkling lights shining brightly. A speakeasy, you wonder... The inside; just as fanciful. The low ceilings are filled with trinkets, like tiny aluminum cars, old campaign posters, and a hundred different copper mugs. On the walls hang gold records, autographed headshots of notable guests, daggers and axes, ornate walking canes, and all manner of shining splendor. A poster of Blind Lemon Jefferson (the namesake) rests stoically in the transition from outside to in. Speaking of notable guests, the Blind Lemon has a few. Janis Joplin ring any bells? The husky-voiced rockstar could be seen at the end of the bar in 1963, bringing that big California vibe with her. There's Jimmy Buffet's name in gold embossed letters. They say he played there at the beginning of his career, filling that cozy vestige with summertime ease. There's mentions of Martin Scorsese, George Clooney, The Smothers Brothers, Dick Cavett, the Lumineers, Ryan Gosling, Halle Berry and many, many more. What does it say about a place when guests like these come for a drink? It's one of the best kept secrets in Cincinnati and I'm not quite sure how it keeps such a low profile. It's maintained and operated like a precise wrist watch; not a flickering candle out of place. It's small, which is a charm that keeps it special. You feel illuminated when you're there. Like a hopeful light is shining behind your eyes. Special is a word I'd like to say again; this place has got it in spades. In all my visits there, I've never seen an argument. No throwing people out on the street. Folks either act with more tact when at the Lemon or the management helps them to with indelible grace. Now to my connection to this fateful establishment. The first time I journeyed to the Lemon, it was early fall. A massive fire roared in the center of the patio. I drank a hot 'milky way' in a small, tan mug (it tastes like hot chocolate, caramel and amaretto all at once) and a musician played softly under the vines and the glow of an antique lamp post. I was amazed. I was filled with magic. I could not stop looking around. My friends' laughs were heartier, their smiles wider. It was a treat to be there. It was special. I leaned over to my friend, Bevan and said, "One day, I'm gunna play here." Fast forward 3 years and I'm taking guitar lessons from Nicholas Tuttle, a wizard on a 6 string. I believe he then referred me to Walter Brown (the Blind Lemon's unwavering captain and GM) and I was sitting under that same viny stage with my guitar in hand soon after. Nervous is a modest word. This gig felt like the big time to this up and coming songwriter. As I set up my gear, a loud feedback sound came through the PA. I was finished. I had just ruined my dream from 3 years earlier. I was dead in the water. I wasn't a professional, I was an imposter who didn't know anything about performance. I was through. People winced for a moment and looked at me disdainfully, but then they just carried on and didn't care. Walter Brown said, "Keep it movin', Tyler." I sighed and recovered. Night not ruined, show must carry on. It was hot that day and I wore my best panama hat; sweat dripping from the brim. I felt like background music in the beginning, but my sentiment changed to 'vibe-curator' shortly after. The drinks were good, the weather was right. I don't believe the grin left my face during my entire set. In one sense, I felt like I had arrived in a small way. And then in the summer of 2021, I got a call from Mr. Brown. "Tyler, (he said in his gruff voice) we want you to play at the Blind Lemon every Wednesday from now on." I put down the phone and leapt off the ground. I teared up and then I placed the phone back to my ear. . "I would love to play at the Blind Lemon every week. Thank you so much for the opportunity." I whirled and spun ... my dream was coming even more true. I love to play at the Lemon. It's an honor. I feel like I'm a part of a secret fraternity under all those golden names on the wall. I get a couple drinks for free when I play there and the bartender Jack ("the mayor) the bartender makes the most amazing French Martini. read more

We stumbled upon this Mt. Adam gem and LOVED the ambiance of this place. Their drinks were GREAT and we loved hanging out in the back patio.

Still going strong after all these years. It's hard to believe it still has the great energy it has always have. This place was voted the best bar in America by a major publication years ago and and it still holds up A great place to come for eclectic live music. The night I went we were treated to ambient ukulele which was really a great change, but mostly this place is known for folk and rock unplugged music. It harkens back to the 60s that some of us still remember when everything was a calm, comfortable cool while in the company of good music and a calm crowd. read more

came to see live music. bartender was confusingly rude, and aggressive to everyone at the bar. will not return, many more options in the area read more

As a former resident of Cincinnati, boy, do I miss the Blind Lemon. Its counterpart in Portland, ME, is Bramhall, another below-ground, dimly lit, eclectically-decorated cocktail bar that is incredibly charming, somehow never jam-packed, and always delicious. The ambience is what makes the Blind Lemon a go-to spot in Mount Adams. While you're dining, you're surrounded by autographed portraits of old-timey stars, stained glass, and a unique interior reminiscent of a local pub in London, perhaps. In the summer, the Hibiskiss is the way to go. They have great, hot drinks for winter as well--my personal favorite is the Snuggler (peppermint schnapps, cocoa), or the Hot Toddy. A must try for those looking for an elevated cocktail experience without the elevated price tag! read more

Hot buttered rum on a cold rainy evening was a great way to cap the girl's night out. Our server was attentive without being clingy and the popcorn was hot and fresh and came quickly. The only complaint was the second batch of popcorn was a little burnt. The live guitar music provided by Nicolas Tuttle was the cherry on top! read more

Love this place for the late fall hang. Hot drinks out by the fire with a sort of communal vibe

Cute bar tucked in downstairs between buildings. Live music was nice but musicians were not visible due to odd layout.

Great place! Wonderful music & local live acts. Kind of a "hole in the wall" comfy kind of neighborhood place. Small & might take some patience to get in, but if you're early & have no where to be, grab a chair at the end of the bar, and enjoy the entertainment! read more

The service is spot on personal and casual. They have great music down to earth chill guitar and the drinks are superb . Jacks literally on every order doesn't skip a beat ! There is a list of famous people on the wall when u walk in. So famous people assemble! For a chance at the wall!!! read more

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Blind Lemon is such a Cincinnati and Mount Adams treasure. So when my husband and I visited, we had to stop by, even though it was a bit chilly outside and we wanted to sit outside due to COVID. Happily, Blind Lemon has a great patio. It was slow when we arrived and were among the only people on the patio for a while. We were able to warm up thanks to a fun winter drinks menu. My husband got a hot buttered rum, and I got a virgin hot chocolate. The hostess was fast with the drinks and accomodations. The back patio has a large fire pit as well as heaters, which help to make the scene cozy. It also has a weathered look that lets you know that many a good time have been had there. The inside is also great. Definitely peek in if you get the time. And don't pass by the sign by the entrance of all the famous people who have enjoyed a drink at the Blind Lemon. read more

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Very unique underground bar, drinks and service were excellent. Had a whisky sour and a Monte Carlo, both cocktails were well crafted and delicious. Sitting at the bar by the fireplace was very relaxing and they played some cool lounge music too. The atmosphere is eclectic bohemian, felt like I was in a Harry Potter pub in Hogsmeade. Very enjoyable and relaxing spot. Pricing for drinks were reminiscent of LA & SF prices but probably worth the overall experience read more

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Absolutely in love with this place. Visiting cincy for a concert and found the blind lemon on yelp. Wish we would have gotten there earlier and could have spent more time in the courtyard but it's an adorable space. Had an acoustic performer that was also very good. read more

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Great service and a really cool vibe for this underground bar close to Eden Park! Our server was fantastic and friendly, the bartenders were on it with delicious cocktails, and the live music was perfect for the space. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Best chocolate martinis ever!!! Love the courtyard...reminds me of New Orleans. Service was spot on. Wish they opened early every day, but just on weekends. read more

Love the Blind Lemon. It is such a surprise when you walk down the narrow well worn steps and go into what seems like an old English pub. So cozy. the patio is really beautiful. I just cannot say enough about this place. my only caution is do not get the popcorn. it is very overpriced at $6 for a basket!!!! read more

Tucked away in the storied streets of Mount Adams, The Blind Lemon is a portal to a dreamy, bygone era. Step inside and be charmed by softly flickering candles, rustic brick walls, and an intimate outdoor patio adorned with twinkling fairy lights. With music and perhaps a bit of magic gently caressing the air, every visit feels like a fairytale --a secret escape where romance and nostalgia waltz in perfect harmony. Service Was Incredible! read more

We went to this bar on a Friday night after our friends got engaged. We were so excited to celebrate! Someone in our party called a couple days before and asked if we could bring in a couple of pizzas and let them know we would have about 30 people in our party. We were told that would be okay and they would see us on Friday. When we arrived around 5:30, we were greeted by a kind waitress who made sure we had drinks all evening. Around 7:30, someone came outside and began aggressively rearranging all the patio furniture, including the chairs we were using. He was moving things around, scraping the furniture across the concert and banging the metal chairs together. He asked to speak to the future groom and told him we had to leave at 8 because they were going to have live music. This is when we found out that he was the owner. This situation was very confusing to us. We called ahead and were given permission for a group this size, we had complied with all the requests that were made of our party (such as moving to a specific area when new guests needed to be sat), AND we were spending money!! In fact, we had already ordered another round of drinks, right before we were asked to leave. The owner then came back outside and began putting patio cushions on the seats, while people were still sitting on the chairs. At this point, the amount of unprofessionalism was astonishing and we were happy to not give this place any more of our money. We all paid our tabs, tipped our waitress, and went to a different bar to continue the celebration. Here's the overall summary: If we had been told we only were allowed to stay for a certain amount of time, that would have been fine. If our party had been rowdy and disruptive and they needed us to leave, that would have been fine. If we weren't paying for drinks and were taking up space of paying customers, and that's why they had us leave, again, that would have been fine. However, none of those situations actually happened!! This place has one extremely nice waitress who made sure we were taken care of. Otherwise, all this business is made up of is an unprofessional and rude owner, other waitresses who don't care about you and are unkind if you're not "their table", and overall mediocre cocktails. Safe to say we will not be returning and this should be a warning to you all to spend your money somewhere else, especially if you are celebrating such a special and important event as an engagement. read more

Cute little place with nice ambiance. Nice cocktails, live music inside and a garden area outside. Definitely worth a visit if you are in the area. read more

Walked in, got seated. Watched 3 tables that sat after us get waited on. We didn't even get acknowledged. Don't go there if you're a POC. Won't get any service. Very disappointed read more

A cute little spot in Mt. Adams. We walked down the alley to get to the bar and were quickly greeted by a man who sat us inside. He shared with us that we would have to sit at a table of 5 right inside the door even though we only had 2 and that we'd need to share the table - we were okay with this and said yes. Later on 2-top tables opened and I wish our servers would have offered to move us over to them and away from the open door where there was a cold breeze coming in. For beverages we had the Little Miss Sour, Hot Toddy, and another hot beverage with benedictine liqueur in it. The Little Miss Sour was very unique, the Cabernet Float was a fun touch. The hot drinks were nice for a cold winter night, the Benedictine drink had lots of unique flavors, and was sadly a little too hot when it first came out. The space is very eclectic with lots on the walls and ceilings to look at. The servers were very nice and attentive, and it's nice how they help move the tables to allow you better access into your seat as the place is so small. It gets very loud in the space especially with live music, but it's great that they offer live music at all. Overall a good experience and would love to come back and sit at inside in another part of the restaurant to get to experience the whole place. read more

If you're looking to drink at a bar with a quaint aesthetic to it, sit on an outdoor patio that'll have your hands clapping to the best live music while drinking a signature cocktail. Blind Lemon might be for you! Couple of things to note: if you come on a weekend with a large crowd it might make it very difficult for everyone to sit together. There is not a food menu, but surprise! They have popcorn to enjoy while you listen to the band! The staff is insanely nice and caring. The drinks might be a bit small to some, but are very strong. You're guaranteed to have a blast no matter what brings you to town. read more

I have been here a handful of times and I just LOVE everything about this place!!! Such an intimate, cozy vibe. Fabulous drink menu, I especially love their hot drinks. read more

This is such a great place to sit and listen to music in what is a very quaint and cozy backyard. This place is so charming from the inside small basement bar to the that outside patio/ backyard. Street parking. read more

Incredible vibes and ambiance, great service, and good drinks too! Feels like a relaxed but classy place tucked away where you can enjoy live music and each others company. Love coming here to play cards read more

I LOVE BLIND LEMON! The outdoor space with fire pit, the eclectic interiors (there are copper mugs hanging from the ceiling), the cozy space and dim lighting, the live music- everything! I went here to beat the chilly blues with some Hot Toddy. That's an Irish inspired warm cocktail with Jameson and apple cider. It is so good! I loved it. The service here is always nice. There's no food- but they do give pretzels to munch on. There's no dedicated parking lot, but there's on street parking options in adjacent streets. One of my favorite speakeasies in Cincinnati! read more

Blind Lemon - Wine Bars Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

60 year tradition something has to be right In all the years Iv been visiting Cincinnati I have to make a stop at this small but ambience rich spot in Mount Adams I make a beeline to take friends and family for the music and killer tasty cocktails. I call it my secret spot but it's hardly a secret. people from all walks of life wonder in and I'm sure it's a local favorite. Weekend music in the garden is a must when it's warm, bring friends. Atmosphere: 5 Service 5 Price $$ read more

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Love this spot. I've sat on the outside before during summer and it was great. I was looking for a quiet nice vibe with GOOD drinks like well made martinis & old fashioned. I knew this place wouldn't disappoint. My boyfriend and I shared a couple drinks and listening to the acoustic set. Service was great and very attentive. Thanks Blind Lemon! read more

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Didn't even go to dine or anything. We had heard such great things about the place and just wanted to check out the place, but god forbid we do such a thing. Felt extremely unwelcome by a bartender who yelled at us from inside and when we calmly explained that we were just looking, he continued to say "no you're walking past the sign that says 'please wait to be seated'" in which I calmly repeated myself and said we were just looking sorry. A waitress came over and was very sweet and understood but we definitely did not feel welcome, so we left. Just says a lot about the bartender's character, which is a poor reflection on the business. I pray he figures himself out, poor fella. read more