Brew House is no longer serving food. So sad. It was my go - to spot for a burger for years.read more

Dive bar, but an awesome one, this was our first stop on black Wednesday, and it didn't disappoint…read more They had a great selection of local beers, classic beers, and cocktails. We just kept it low key with some pbrs and relaxed and caught up. I definitely get the impression that there are regulars here which is great because they are super friendly and made us feel right at home while they celebrated a birthday. Check this place out if you get the chance. Low key and great!

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.

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.

We loved Cafe Iris when we stayed at Celare and tried both dinner and breakfast. The drinks were…read moredelicious, we loved the espresso martini and the gin drinks. The salmon and burger were yummy and the service was so warm and nice. For breakfast the eckerlin sausage omelet was literally melting in my mouth and the ambience was very relaxing and peaceful to start the new year.

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!!!

Typical college dive. The wings are gigantic. 6 is really 12 because they are whole. Everything…read moreI've had is good.

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.

customer service was very polite the drinks were just mid. But to be fair it was not expensive at…read moreall. I tried the pink velvet drink hot and iced. I would recommend it if you like very sweet coffee. I don't think the coffee is that strong.

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.

Very nice local neighborhood bar and grill. Reminds me of the original Keystone bar and grill in…read moreCovington when it was first open. Very chill classic understated vibes with warm soft lighting and cool historical Cincinnati photographs on the walls. The service was great and the food was pretty food overall. We had (listed in order of what I'd recommend first to last) - the meatball marinara with burrata appetizer, the onion rings with sweet & spicy dipping sauce, the fig and goat cheese flatbread, the side salad, the caprese flatbread and a cheese burger- the meatballs were 100 out of ten - would definitely order again. The onion rings were hot and crispy and the sauce was nice. The fig flatbread was very flavorful and tasty but the presentation was off as it was topped with a bed of arugula and it was all you could see- it was a bit much. The side salad was hearty fresh and well presented, but the champagne vinaigrette needed more dimension- it was super super sour and needed more of something - I added some of the sweet onion ring sauce to balance the vinegar- the caprese flatbread bread also was tasty but it looked pale and kinda like a child's cheese pizza- it just didn't meet my expectations visually. The burger (I got cheddar and bbq sauce) was surprisingly tasty- mostly due to the bbq sauce though- I was not asked how I wanted it cooked, so that should have been a sign... as it was vey thin and dry (almost like a premade frozen patty texture) the bun was good- I guess I just expected more from a bar and grill with something as simple as a burger. Overall I'd say it was good and I will definitely give it another visit as maybe the first night we visited was just an off night in the kitchen - The atmosphere and drinks were worth making it a nice happy hour of night cap spot.

Decent service and kind workers and love the rooftop. We were really disappointed in all of the…read morefood we tried. The cocktails were also very weak and under filled. Very pricey for what it is.

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!

If you love BBQ, prepare your taste buds for the kind of joyride they've been praying for --…read morebecause Sweets & Meats BBQ delivers some of the best barbecue in Cincinnati, possibly anywhere. From the moment the aroma hit the table to the last bite, this meal was nothing short of legendary. Let's start with the pulled pork -- outstanding doesn't even begin to describe it. Perfectly smoky, incredibly tender, and packed with flavor, it was the kind of meat that makes you pause mid-bite just to appreciate what's happening. Juicy, rich, and done exactly right. And the sides didn't just show up as an afterthought -- they completed the meal. The greens were deeply flavorful and cooked to perfection, and the mac and cheese was pure comfort food excellence: creamy, cheesy, and impossible to stop eating. Now... the wings. These are the kind of wings you'd happily drive across town for -- crispy, meaty, and bold in flavor. Absolutely worth the trip all on their own. And then there's the brisket. I'll just say this: ridiculous. Smoky, juicy, beautifully seasoned, and so tender it barely needed a knife. One bite was enough to reset my expectations for what great brisket should be. Everything here tastes like it was made with care, patience, and real BBQ passion. If you're even remotely serious about barbecue, this place needs to be on your list. I'll be back -- and bringing friends next time.

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.