So sad about the sudden announcement of King Pigeon's closure and relocation to Massachusetts:(…read moreToday is their last day and I visited last week to bid farewell! The barista was very friendly and recommended me a honey matcha when I mentioned wanting a hot drink, and it was delicious. The matcha flavor was strong. I never got to visit during evening hours, but have always loved the bright and calm ambiance during morning cafe. Wishing them best of luck!

[coffee review] Dropped by King Pigeon on a Saturday morning for a coffee and a snack. My…read moreZqPeppermint mocha (it's the holiday season!) was very tasty and daughter's iced matcha latte was excellent; both aesthetically presented. It was a late morning visit and we snagged the last pastry, a delicious coffee cake slice from Allez bakery. The space is modern/vintage and our server was fantastic. Parking on the side street was no problem.

This hotel restaurant as a very impressive breakfast and dinner menu. We have tried almost every…read moreitem on the breakfast menu since we've stayed here for four nights the portions are huge, and every item has been delicious. They do have a nice patio where you can enjoy an afternoon cocktail. Staff is very friendly and super accommodating. The restaurant has a large full liquor bar with very comfortable seats. Good selection of craft draft and nicely priced list of signature cocktails.

After attending an event at Hotel Celare, I stopped by Iris Café for a bite to eat and was…read morepleasantly surprised to discover that the restaurant is every bit as stunning as the event space--if not more so. The atmosphere feels elegant and inviting, creating a true upscale dining experience from the moment you arrive. The espresso martini was exceptional. The subtle hint of orange added just the right amount of brightness and brought the entire cocktail together beautifully. We were excited by the menu and ended up sampling several dishes: * Bread & Butter Service: A wonderful start to the meal. The presentation was beautiful, and they serve bread from Sixteen Bricks, one of Cincinnati's best local bakeries. Absolutely delicious. * Battered Cauliflower: The portion was generous, and the honey buffalo sauce was downright addictive. I fully intended to save some for later, but it never made it into a to-go box. * Short Rib Baguette: Served with a large portion of fries that were perfectly crisp on the outside and fluffy on the inside. The short rib was incredibly tender and packed with flavor, and the fries were impossible to stop eating. * Filet: Perfectly seasoned and topped with a rich garlic reduction that complemented the steak beautifully. The mashed potatoes were especially memorable--creamy, flavorful, and clearly made with care. * Dessert: We ordered both the PB&J peanut butter pie and the Fruity Pebbles cake. Both were creative and delicious. The cake had fantastic frosting, but the peanut butter pie was the star for me--rich, decadent, and absolutely worth ordering. The portions are generous enough to share, though I was happy to take some home. Even the details impressed me. The restrooms were immaculate and beautifully designed, and every member of the staff--from the restaurant to the hotel--was warm, welcoming, and eager to help. From arrival to departure, Iris Café delivered the kind of thoughtful hospitality and elevated dining experience that leaves you already looking forward to your next visit. Highly recommended.

On a recent trip to the Cincinnati area to visit some local family, we spent the Sunday afternoon…read moreat Martino's to both have lunch and watch the Steelers game at 1:00 PM. Martino's on Vine is a locally-owned sports bar, which sits near the University of Cincinnati. It is a popular spot for the college crowd, but also serves as a Steelers bar during their games. They have a large menu of typical sports bar foods - appetizers, wings, pizza, hoagies, sandwiches, wraps, salads, and more. There is a full bar, and a variety of specials for different events and occasions, such as UC Bearcat and Pittsburgh Steelers games. The restaurant is in a more metro area of Cincinnati, so all parking is paid. There is on-street parking immediately out front, but there is also a lot behind the building. You can access the restaurant from the back parking lot without having to go around. It was pretty simple navigating here, given that I am unfamiliar with the area. The front of the building has signage that can be seen from the road. Inside, it is set up like any typical bar. The bar has seating on all four sides, and there are different bar-height tables, booths, and traditional tables throughout the space. Additionally, there is a back room with restaurant-style seating, which is more ideal for a larger group. There are also a few outside seating options. At the recommendation of our local family members, we made a reservation for our group during the Steelers game. I have learned that this bar transforms into a Steelers headquarters in Cincinnati during their games! Since the majority of us are either originally from or currently live in Pittsburgh, we take our Steelers football quite seriously, so it was nice to find somewhere that does just the same. We were dining with a party of 11, which includes two children under 3 years old. So, we called our reservation in ahead of time. The game kicked off at 1:00 PM, so we arrived around 12:40 PM. Our table was ready for us when we got there, and we were set up in the back room of the restaurant. It was not too busy at our arrival, but the bar and restaurant areas quickly filled up for the start of the game. They had high chairs to use, and the space was generally kid-friendly during this time. There was a special game day menu, but it was quite extensive and had a lot of options! Our group ordered a lot of appetizers to share, and then we each got entrees as well. To start, we ordered the Buffalo Chicken Dip, Colleen's Cheese Curds, Nacho Mountain, and Millie's Mac & Cheese Bites. These were all really good. There was plenty to go around and share with everyone at the table. For my meal, I ordered the Cobb Salad. It was a good size for the price, and had lots of fresh vegetables and delicious toppings. My favorites were the turkey and the hard boiled eggs. I also shared a Calzone with Sausage, Mushroom, and Onion with my mom, and it was very good! These were recommended to us by our local family, and they did not disappoint. Just a warning, they are gigantic and can easily feed two people. The service during our visit was alright. It was pretty packed, so getting to put our initial order in, and then ordering refills throughout the visit, were both a little slow. I ended up just going to the bar to order a beer due to not seeing our waitress for a long time. Since we were there for the game that is usually three hours long, we were not necessarily in a rush, so it was not a big deal. The food probably took about 30 or so minutes to come out. The atmosphere was fun and full of Steelers pride. There were different locals and transplants that I got to socialize with during the game. It is always fun to come for events like this and meet some other fans with different connections to Pittsburgh. And who knew so many of them were in Cincinnati! In terms of value, I think the pricing here is very fair. Nothing seemed too expensive or off the mark of what would be expected for a place like this. My salad was only $11.75, and the gigantic calzones start at $16.95. I thought there was a lot of value when you consider pricing for what you get portion-wise. This was a fun spot to come and enjoy some Sunday afternoon NFL games at! If you are looking for a Steelers bar in the Cincinnati area, definitely stop in and give it a try. It is a lively atmosphere, but fit for both children and adults alike. The food is tasty, the staff were all very friendly, and the experience overall was a very positive one. I am sure that if I am back in Cincinnati on another Steelers game day, that I will find myself back at Martino's to eat and watch the game. Highly recommend checking this place out!

I have been here many times but tried something new last night. I love the sports atmosphere and…read morethe wait staff was very friendly. Decided to try the calzone last night and oh my!!! Had I known the size and flavor I would always order this. It is as big as the plate, shared with a friend, and brought half of it home. I didn't get a pic before I ate it but the only thing is I did have them take it back to heat it more so the cheese was good and melted. Would recommend A+++ on the calzone!!!

We stopped in here for burger week and OOOOMMMMMGGGGGEEEEE this is definitely the place to be! From…read morethe service to the burger my experience here was amazing! Let me tell you about our server: -He had a great personality, was extremely personable and made us feel right at home, gave us great menu recommendations, gave us coupons to come back and was just simply great. I regret I don't remember his name (blame it on my age) but, I won't forget his face and will be requesting him the next time we go back. All servers could take a lesson out of his playbook because good service is hard to come by these days! Good servers is not the norm theses days but, our server was awesome! The food: The sever started us off with sweet & spicy pickles. I didn't really know what to expect but, the sweet & salty with the tangy with crunch is great combination. I enjoyed it so much that I've already begun looking online to see where I can get them from lol. Uncle Woody's Ragin Cajun was delicious and a great choice if you want to try something different from your traditional burgers. The bun was super light/fluffy and the perfect pairing the seasoned burger, onions, mushrooms and Cajun aioli. Hubby said the the Patty Melt was good but, would order grilled onions with it next time. So yeah.... go check it out if your in the mood for a burger. I'm going to go back for brunch next time.

I came for Sunday bottomless brunch. For $22, you get bottomless mimosas or bloody marys AND 1…read moreentree. What a great deal! Service was great and you can definitely get your money's worth with the bottomless drinks. I ordered the Captain's Skillet and you get to choose how you like your eggs. I got them scrambled and it was a pretty hearty meal! My friend ordered a vegan burger with sweet potato fries. The burger was okay, but the fries were great. They close at 4pm, but everyone had left around 3pm. I would recommend this place for bottomless brunch since it's a great deal!

I ordered the egg plant Parmesan. It arrived cold and bread looked like as if it had been frozen…read more The mushrooms that were sparely thrown on top were canned mushrooms that were not heated. Very little if any cheese or tomato sauce. Reluctantly I sent the dish back to the kitchen to warm it up. It came back burned on one side of one piece and both sides on the another piece. Staff does not seem concerned about the quality and service is average. A very disappointing dinner.

Located in the Marriot Kingsgate hotel. The food is very tasty and also reasonably priced for a…read morehotel restaurant. If you're in the military they also offer a 15% discount. I ate here virtually every day for two weeks while in Cincy for work, so I have sampled most of the menu. My favorite was the prime rib (pictured) with mixed veggies and potatoes. It has a smoky flavor and is fall-off-the-bone tender. Their pulled pork sandwich and burgers are also quite good, if you prefer cheaper options. They also have beer on draft in addition to a full bar.

I used to love coming here in college. Back then, they were pushy about coming by frequently to ask…read moreif you wanted to order anything else. When asked kindly, I would happily oblige as I was grateful to have a place open late enough for me to get my work done. Unfortunately, things have changed for the worse. Now, we were asked to leave if we didn't make another purchase despite the fact that we were not even done with our first drinks. As many other reviews have stated, we were berated by the worker about tipping because he told us he only makes $3 an hour. Having worked as a barista myself and knowing many others, I have never known a place to pay baristas (or bartenders) a server's wage rather than minimum wage. Even still, as of 2026 in Ohio the minimum server wage is $5.50. Most likely the worker was lying, but the owner Shawn Brooks should be ashamed of himself and investigated by the U.S. Department of Labor. Also, the worker added extra charges to our bill which is so slimey. For all the complaining about not being able to stay in business if people don't buy multiple items, you will not be able to stay in business if you scare all your customers away. I will never patronize this business again.

Everything was amazing, smog was delicious! Servers was…read moreright on time and the wood cabinetry gave a warm homelike vibe!

We went to lunch after visiting the sign museum This place has yummy food and the service was…read moregreat Yummy vodka with pomegranate juice fried green tomatoes and Brussel sprouts with a Asian flair There is outdoor seating and a very large bar The windows are open on a nice day What a great lunch

Last Saturday, my daughter and I attended an exhibition opening at the Clifton Cultural Arts…read moreCenter, and it was such a wonderful experience. After the show, before heading home, we stopped into the Gaslight Bar & Grill--and I'm so glad we did. We ordered a salad, French fries, and Brussels sprouts, and everything was fantastic. The service, the food, and the cozy atmosphere made it the perfect way to end the evening. We truly had a great time.

This was my college bar and still warrants a stop every time I'm in Clifton. Maybe it's nostalgia…read morefor me, but it's the perfect spot. Plenty of room to spread out and pool, shuffleboard, and a patio. They aways have friendly bartenders and a decent list of beer on draft. I'm glad this spot has been here for a long time, and hope it's always here.

This was my first time at Fries Cafe and it didn't disappoint!…read more They don't serve food but the drinks are great! Bartenders are very well mannered, great at what they do, and are overall good people! One of the things I loved was the upstairs area! They have three floors. The basement is a pool area(I didn't check it out, main floor is the bar, and the second floor is another seating area with a table top shuffleboard. They also have an outdoor seating area on the second floor! Overall, great experience with great people!

I have been meaning to get to Sweets & Meats forever after seeing folks rave about them on the…read moreFacebook. The other day, I happened to notice they had posted about a corporate client cancelling a big order at the last minute and asking for help selling the catering order. I needed to go run an errand near the location anyway so it seemed like fate. And I will not wait around on Sweets & Meats again because this food is legit. I got the pulled pork sandwich combo, which comes with two sides (and they have like eight different sides - I love variety!). I appreciated that my to-go order had the meat and sauce separate from the bun so I could assemble at home and not have a bunch of pork and bread mush instead of a sandwich. The pork was delicious - it didn't NEED sauce but the sauce was so good I had to throw some on there. The collards were delicious (they can go so wrong so easily). But the mac & cheese was the star. I immediately started telling people "you need this mac & cheese in your life, you're welcome." Their little spot underneath Children's Hospital is modest but cute and clean. Service was friendly and they gave me my cornbread (oh, the cornbread - I almost forgot! Also delicious) for free because they accidentally gave my very similar order to the wrong person (we ordered the same meal, I just added cornbread). They were actually in the weeds a bit because their call to action was successful - the phone was ringing off the hook and I got there in time to beat the crowd. Take-out or dine-in, Sweets & Meats is worth the visit. Get the mac & cheese! I can't wait to try the rest of the menu.

I previously tried to visit this restaurant during another trip to Cincinnati; however, they were…read moreout of the items I wanted that day. When I returned to Cincinnati while working at UC Health Holmes Hospital, I had the opportunity to try it again. I called the restaurant ahead of time, and they informed me that my order would be ready in 15 minutes. I ordered the pulled chicken sandwich platter with macaroni and cheese and baked beans. When I arrived, my food was not ready, and I was informed that their ticket system was down. It took an additional 10-15 minutes to prepare my order, despite them knowing what I had requested. While I waited, I walked around the restaurant, which appeared to be clean. Various patrons were coming in, and a few others were also waiting for their food. Unfortunately, I was on a tight schedule and needed to get to the airport. When I asked if my food was ready, they finally completed my order. Though I couldn't eat it right away, I eventually got the chance to try the food. I found the macaroni and cheese to be lacking in flavor and unappealing in texture. The pulled chicken was extremely salty to the point of being inedible. The best item on my plate was the baked beans. Unfortunately, this visit left a disappointing first impression, but I am willing to give the restaurant one more try, as it may have simply been an off day.

We went on a Sunday afternoon. Drinks were inventive, and Zack the bartender was amazing. Great…read moreknowledge of his craft as well being handy w NYT Crossword. Highly recommend- checkout the NAs. If you are into flavor, theirs are very nice.

I thoroughly enjoyed my holiday drink at Tiki Tiki! The bar tender was engaging and soooo…read moreknowledgeable about rum. The bar turns in to a holiday Tiki decorated from floor to ceiling! Great and fun drink combinations. Buttered hot toddy was the bomb! Thanks Skippy for the dram education! We'll be back!