Such a gem in one of Cincinnati's most charming neighborhoods. We stopped by on a beautiful day and grabbed a spot on the patio next to the fountain. We ordered coffees, a matcha, two smoothies (one fruit-based, one milk-based), plus sandwiches and wraps. Everything was fresh, thoughtfully made, and you can tell everything is made with quality ingredients The staff was genuine and accommodating, and the cafe is a nice balance between cozy and polished. Inside, there's plenty of space to settle in and work remotely from too. I'm already looking forward to my next visit to try their wine selection. On a warm summer evening with a glass of rosé, at their patio -- it's a vibe! This pocket of Cincinnati also reminded me of some California coastal towns, which is nostalgic for me. All around, a great experience read more

Bow Tie Café in Mt. Adams is one of those rare spots that makes an ordinary day feel effortlessly special. I tried the chicken bacon ranch wrap, which was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly satisfying, and paired it with their butter bourbon latte--both hot and iced. Each version was delicious in its own way: the hot felt cozy and indulgent, while the iced was smooth and refreshing. The option to add a shot of bourbon of your choice for a modest upcharge is such a fun, elevated touch that sets this café apart. The staff is also so kind! What really makes Bow Tie Café shine, though, is the atmosphere. It's easily the best place in Cincinnati to romanticize your life on a beautiful day--whether you're sipping something special, enjoying a casual meal, or just soaking in the charm of Mt. Adams. Even better, the prices are incredibly reasonable for the quality and experience. A true gem. read more

Bow Tie Café - Butter Bourbon Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Bow tie cafe was the 2nd stop of my 3 day cafe bender and was nice! It does get very busy and we were shoved in the corner with the food tray return, but that's ok. I had a chai latte which was delicious as always, though I wish they put it in a mug. The pastries are a little pricey so I would not go here to eat that. Otherwise, can't complain too much! read more

Bow Tie Café - Bullet journaling and studying - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Bow Tie Café in Mt. Adams offers gourmet espresso, specialty teas, and delicious bistro fare in a warm, cozy setting. With plenty of indoor seating, it's the perfect spot to study, relax, or catch up with friends. Their seasonal lattes are still on the menu, so be sure to stop in and see what's brewing in the heart of Mt. Adams. The service was great too very friendly staff. read more

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Love local spots like this in Mt Adams. The matcha latte and veggie wrap (though would be nice if chips were included $$) were both quality and delicious enjoyed outside on the patio. read more

One of my favorite places to enjoy a latte. Charming neighborhood with a very peaceful vibe. Very dog friendly area. read more

Bow Tie Café - White Mocha. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Super cute location that I'd love to visit again in the future. The employee suggested a latte that I really enjoyed. Looking forward to trying the food next time I stop here. Try street parking and if you can't find anything do the $5 garage across from the UDF. read more

Employees could use some additional training. I ordered an iced coffee and waited about 10-15 minutes before asking about my order, only to find out it had been forgotten. After I checked in, the barista acknowledged me but then continued serving several other customers while I stood waiting at the counter. Eventually I had to go back up and re-order entirely. The process ended up taking around 25-30 minutes during a non-busy hours. read more

Had a coffee as they were super busy. There was some even going on that weekend I went. They were out of the pastry I wanted so I'll need to go again. read more

The cutest, quaint cafe in Mount Adams. It was a chilly day so we sat inside, but it looked like room for outdoor seating when it's warm. This cafe is sunken in, so you're slightly lower than street level - very charming but also casual and relaxed. A little unassuming, even! The staff was very friendly, welcoming us as we entered and happy to recommend and explain. I got The Rachel, which is similar to a Reuben. Fresh lettuce/cabbage, thousand island dressing was great, and the bread also very fresh. 10/10 would recommend it and I would absolutely return to this cafe when I'm back in Cincinnati! It's a gem! read more

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Came here for some coffee and their latte was genuinely delicious. You know when your coffee tastes like how coffee smells. Highly highly recommend. The chai latte on the other hand was so heavy on ginger and nothing else... it just was not it. But I would come back for the coffee. Also, it would be great if they could get to know their products a bit. I ordered a cheesecake cake pop. 3 workers gathered to decided which one is the cheesecake one... and they got it wrong. Weird read more

Friendly, comfy, and serves an amazing biscuits-and-gravy, fantastic waffles and hot (really hot!) tasty coffee!

Love. Great espresso. I Ben better breakfast burrito. I love bow tie with my whole heart

Bow Tie Cafe was the first stop for my husband and I during our recent babymoon in Cincinnati. It had been forever since I was last in Mount Adams, and stopping here was a great first introduction. We went inside and ordered at the counter. The barista didn't seem too enthused to serve us, but the service was fast and correct -- can't argue with that. I got hot chai latte, which was great on the drizzly, cool Cincy day, and we shared a pesto chicken salad sandwich sitting at one of the outdoor tables, near the Father Quinn fountain on the steps by this coffee shop. The salad had great flavor to it. I love chicken salad but find that it can often be bland. This one wasn't. And the outdoor seating area was so charming. You can look out over the entire street. On a good weather day, this would be the ideal spot to read a book, with the sound of the fountain in the background. If I lived in this area, I would be at Bow Tie Cafe all the time. Such a great find! read more

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The Avocado Toast and the seasonal Chaider were excellent! Such a cute and quaint place in a good location in Mount Adams!

Vibes: cozy, charming coffee shop with a variety of counter seating from window counter to long table bench with upbeat instrumentals playing overhead Tasting notes: Baklava latte: very strong vanilla and honey flavors while not so much almond; on the sweeter side with not a super strong coffee taste Breakfast quinoa bowl with bacon: served with a medium-hard fried egg; appreciated the bacon being hot and crispy as well as a bit chewy, a nice contrast to the raw tomatoes and spinach; avocado slices were perfectly ripe Avocado toast: loved the crispiness of the toasted English muffin; surprised by the savoriness of this sandwich Other thoughts: - Friendly staff - Love the extensive drink menu - Love that there are 12 oz and 16 oz options for the specialty lattes - Will take advantage of online ordering next time Impression: will most definitely return to grab a latte before either settling down at the window to do some work or head out to walk around Mt. Adams! read more

Bow Tie Café - Breakfast Quinoa Bowl - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Amazing atmosphere! The baristas were super nice and I got my coffee and food very fast! The building was lovely and I ate on the patio, the food and coffee were delicious! I got a breakfast burrito and a nitro Cold brew. I will definitely stop by again next time I'm in town. read more

Nice cafe right in the heart of Mt. Adams. Mt Adam's continues to be one of my favorite neighborhoods in the entire city, so I'm extremely happy they have a coffee shop in it. Every time I stop in here the service is friendly and the drinks are made exact to order. They have a decent amount of indoor seating and a few tables outside when the weather is nice. Ive seen quite a few people "working from home" here. I've only ever had the food once, but plenty of people order it when I'm in and it all looks fresh and made to order. Parking can be the only downfall of coming to Mt. Adams. They do have a parking garage nearby for a few bucks. read more

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This was a really cute cafe to stop in while out and about. And looks like there is a good amount of t of seating. The coffee was good and they do have a bathroom avail which is always a bonus. read more

Great coffee in a cute area of Cincinnati! Plenty of seating to do work. Staff was friendly and helpful.

Lovely drink options and super kind staff, love the inside vibes but the patio is the best especially because it's very large and bright but feels private even though it's by the street - happy to have found this place! read more

Super cute café in the heart of Mt. Adams. Espresso drinks and small menu of lunch offerings. We had the Rueben sandwich, which was good. Friendly service, too! There is a great looking patio on the side of the building. It was raining when my husband and I were here, but it looked super inviting! read more

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Love, love! This coffee shop is so good and the food too. Love going here after Mass at St Immaculate. Will be back! read more

Hubby and I were very pleased with our early evening date at the Bow Tie Cafe. This spacious coffee shop was tastefully decorated, with a modern vibe while keeping the classic historic feel of the Mt Adams neighborhood, clean, and spacious, with an outdoor seating option. A $5 flat fee parking deck was very close by, a convenience we much appreciated. While all of this is great stuff, it is the quality of the food and drinks that would bring us back. While the menu items themselves are standard wraps, sandwiches, and salads, the freshness, quality, and attention to flavors and details definitely kicked them up a notch over other similar shops. We ordered the club sandwich and the quesadilla. The bread used was bakery quality, lightly toasted. The tortilla was perfectly grilled and crispy. The cheese used in both items was flavorful and plentiful, meat was generous and bacon was salty-crisp. The chicken in the quesadilla was tender and juicy. Flavors bloomed with the addition of avocado, cilantro, black beans, and sweet corn. They weren't just standard sandwiches of meat & cheese on bread. There was pleasure here in experiencing all of the flavors and textures in what would usually be pretty simple fare. My green tea served cold over ice had a hi t of jasmine. Hubby's almond joy coffee with flavors of coconut, almond, and cocoa was his dessert. read more

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Rude, unfriendly staff. Asked for a drink (Aperol spritz) to be told "I have no idea what that is", and as I'm processing how to explain it, I'm told "don't look at me like that" along with a look of utter contempt by the barista. I've never felt more unwelcome and uncomfortable in a place, will not return. read more

Bow Tie Café hasn't seen the last of me, that's for sure. I just love Mt. Adams, and this coffee shop is a sort of hidden gem. You'd think Mt. Adams is all nightlife, as it mostly is. But a trip to the area during the day will bring you a lot of cool surprises. One of them being Bow Tie. I've been here a few times and always have a killer drink or snack. Most recently I brought a few kiddos in with me for a treat. We bashed on a few chocolate chips cookies and blueberry muffins. The kiddos loved them! I went with a quick cortado so I could get a boost of energy (thanks to the previously mentioned kiddos). The staff here were so gracious with me and my three little ones. They were all so nice to us. Bow Tie also has a kids menu alongside their regular menu! read more

Bow Tie Café - Cortado + kid friendly! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Went on a weekday and it was so pleasant. Coffee was one of the best I've had (got a seasonal drink). Not too busy and food got done quick. The chicken bacon ranch wrap was delicious and made me want to come back to try the others. Need to start coming here more!!!!!!! read more

So cozy! It's counter service but the food was pretty good. It's the perfect place to get some work done and have a snack. read more

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This is the ultimate example of a place that has gone to bad self-serve. You order at the counter, then wait for your food, just like at McDonald's. The breakfast sandwich was dry as heck, and it turned out butter for the toast is 50 cents extra. A coffee refill is $1.00. And if you want to sit outside, the only redeeming part of the experience is the patio, the door requires a free hand to get out, which you don't have because you are carrying your food, coffee, and water, with no lid. Oh, and our umbrella for our table was broken. read more

Reasons why people don't come here. Food, humans and this. . . . As a person with disabilities, I was told by not one but 2 managers: "I can ask whatever I want to" with reference to the conditions I have for which I have a service dog. Only after my reaction this the larger of the 2 woman "get it finally right" and attempted to fumble around the "what tasks has the dog been trained for". Having been at this place twice before (seasonal Mount Adams resident and business supporter) this encounter crossed the line. The ignorance of these Ohioans and/or Kentuckians keeps us and many others from not investing in this otherwise fair City. Truly unevolved. Here are the only items permitted to be asked of a person with a service animal and only if, again only if, it is not otherwise apparent: "In situations where it is not obvious that the dog is a service animal, staff may ask only two specific questions: (1) is the dog a service animal required because of a disability? and (2) what work or task has the dog been trained to perform?" read more

This cafe is located in the cutest neighborhood. The baristas were incredibly nice and the cold brew was pleasantly strong. I will definitely be back! read more

Bow Tie Café - Cold brew - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Absolute insanity that they're open in such dangerous conditions. Shame on the owner and shame on management for putting profit over their employees :( The food is fine, but the atmosphere is horrible. These poor kids do not get paid enough to be open right now. Either pay them more to give them the incentive to care, or treat them better. Or just both! Unreal. Do better. read more

Stopped for lunch during the Art on the Hill Event. Cafe was open and not very crowded. We opted for eating outside on the terraced side of the building which has 3-4 landings with 2 tables on most and the top one with 4 IIRC. Very nice arrangement if you don't mind climbing the hill/steps. Of course if you do, you wouldn't be in Mt Adams. One drawback is if you don't wait for your order, you get to go up and down twice (or more if you forget something. I had the turkey club and my friend has the chicken salad wrap which she wound up eating with a fork and using the wrap as bread. The thing was HUGE. My club was very good, especially the toasted bread. Drink selection was good, neither of us are big coffee drinkers so I had a White Claw and she had her usual coke. I'd definitely would stop again if it's a nice day. Otherwise, I'll stick to my favorite at the other end of St Gregory, Mt Adams Grill. read more

Really good cold brew. Also got the oatmeal- very flavorful- i added a packet on homey and cinnamon that they have available for coffee. A tad loud if busy/working there read more

A super cute café in the heart of Mount Adams! Came here on an unusually warm February day, so my friend and I ordered lunch and iced teas and ate them outside on the patio. There are tables inside where you can sit and eat, but the outdoor area is even bigger with plenty of seating and it's all spaced out very well. The menu offered lots of great options from pastries to wraps to salads to power bowls. I got a power bowl that was very good and healthy. My friend got a wrap that she enjoyed, plus it came with a pickle and a bag of chips. Their iced green tea and iced black tea were both very good! They also serve alcohol if you're in the mood for that. I would be nice to go back on a warm spring or summer day and drink a glass of rosé on the patio! I would also like to return for a breakfast treat and get a latte and pastry. Definitely check it out! read more

Bow Tie Café - Power Bowl - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Went to Bow Tie for a little brunch before Santa Con! Had so much fun! We were able to get a big table for our big group. The staff was very nice and very accommodating. You order your food and drinks right at the bar when you get there. The peppermint latte was to die for and the mimosas were hitting the spot! I ordered their quinoa bowl for breakfast. You can choose between sausage or bacon as your meat (or none) I chose bacon! It was definitely a healthy option on the menu coming with avocado and one egg! Definitely will be coming back to Bow Tie Cafe when I'm back in town! read more

Bow Tie Café - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

One of the best if not the best coffee shops in all of Cincy! I love the location at the top of Mt. Adams and especially enjoy sitting outside when it's warm out. They have Intelligentsia coffee which is sooooo good. Also highly recommend grabbing a bite to eat too as all of their food is quite yummy. read more

An excellent spot for coffee and a light bite. This is a great place to work if you a cozy coffee shop vibe.

What a beautiful little coffee shop!! I got the BLT (get the pickle with it, it's randomly the crispiest most delicious pickle I've ever had???) and a cold brew with vanilla. My husband got the iced mocha latte and I was pleasantly surprised by how good it was. Mochas are usually too sweet for me but this one was the perfect amount of sweetness and very natural tasting. The vibes are great and the patio is absolutely beautiful. Right in the heart of the quaint Mt Adam's area, perfect for before or after your trip to Eden park. Cannot recommend enough! read more

My favorite local coffee shop. It's on a not so busy street in Mt. Adams and is very charming and simple. The coffee and is good and service is quick. My favorite from there is a honey lavender latte and plain bagel. Perfect quick breakfast. Lots of places to sit inside and outside and seems to be a great place for working in the afternoon. read more