Peyton was a great server. We want to come back! Peyton was friendly and attentive.read more

Great ice-cold beers, pizza, more. Playground! Indoor and outdoor seating…read more We were in town for a wedding, and we ate at MadTree Parks & Rec several times (May 2026). Our host was able to make reservations for seating areas for large numbers of people, so once we had two areas of a dozen or more, and a couple other times we had one area of that size. This flexibility was a big plus because we could only guess at how many would make it each time. We had ice-cold beers of every description, including IPAs, hazys, and other local crafts. I can't name them all, and some drafts aren on the printed menu, bu5 8 kniw we had Psychopathy, a flavorful IPA, and Seeing Colors Tropical IPA, with a sweeter / hazy profile. Dont miss their cocktails! We loved the S'More Espresso Martini: vodka, chocolate liqueur, coffee tiqueur, and espresso :-) So much yum! And we ordered various pizzas. Our favorite was the Scenic Supreme (pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, red onions, green peppers, black olives) and the Vista Veggie (about the same without the meats). I also saw friends devouring Caprese Canyon (olive oil, minced garlic, fresh mozzarella, fresh basil, roma tomatoes, balsamic drizzle). And of course regular pepperoni. Tasty crust, tasty red sauce, (you could get white sauce), generous toppings. We got the large sizes, which were enough for at least four people per pie. Sandwich-wise, the most popular was the Cuban Reuben: marble rye, corned beef, ham, swiss cheese, sauerkraut, dill pickle, and Russian dressing. It's the added ham and pickles that move it toward a Cuban sandwich. Well-stacked, hot, and flavorful. For local flavor, the Goetta sandwich: that flavorful Cincinnati oat-pork hash, with candied bacon, american cheese, pickled jalapeños, lettuce, and ranch. Here and there we shared Buffalo fried-Cauliflower with celery and ranch on the side. This was. Not as spicy as it could be. But if you're going to eat cauliflower, this is tasty approach. We like the tangy Fried Pickle Spears better, served with lightly-spicy chipotle ranch. And we added some fresh crunchy Caesar salads, too, and and amazing pecan, apple, blue cheese, cranberry salad! So many candied pecans! Somehow, the servers kept up with an erratic flow of orders from different groups, keeping track on portable devices, so it was easy for each group to settle their own bill as-needed. It may not sound like much, but it was impressively smooth and error-free. And the staff remained helpful,and cheerful throughout. They built a large playgroup area with slides and climbers and more. Inside there's a large play camper that we spent a lot of time in, too! This is a great place for fresh-air dining, for large groups, and especially for kids. We lived the food and drink. Lots of wonderful leftovers, especially those huge pizzas!

I was at a nearby doc appt and saw this place nearby on maps…read more Upon entering, the barista was super sweet and welcoming. I didn't see anything out of the norm or specialties right off the bat so I asked for her input. I requested "something a little sweet to break up the monotony of my typical plain lattes but I don't like too sweet." She recommended a couple things : maple or honey. I chose honey and she asked if I'd like a little cinnamon. This woman understood the assignment! Dang good latte! The shop is cute, services alcohol, and sells retain bottles (THC options too!)

Coffee, cocktails, and bottle-shop, indoor and outdoor, by Summit Park…read more Friends were visiting the playground on the east side of Summit Park in Blue Ash (May 2025). Some of us needed coffee. Some (not the parents :-) wanted something more mellowing :-). Enter Higher Gravity on Summit Parkway. They have a full menu of (soft) coffees and teas, a full bar, and a "bottle store" of more spirited beverages. The coffee was strong and smooth, some with dairy, some with oat milk! Almond and coconut "milks" were also available. Espresso drinks, too. Nice! They made me a lovely, even smoother, black coffee with bourbon to sip. Another got an ice-cold Weldwerks Orange Creamsicle sour, flavored true to its name. Street parking is a little sparse, but several spaces right in front are for takeout, so we found a spot easily. There are some seats out front, and the playground is right across the street with several picnic tables outside of the kids-space. Perfect for all our wants and needs, including responsible alcohol-free childcare.

Yeah, this is a fun little stop…read more I just happened to be shopping in Northside and wanted to grab a quick drink in this horrendous heat. I popped in to sit at the bar, and the bartender, RB, was happy to answer questions about booze on tap and in the cooler. I'm a big fan of stouts, so I had an Irish stout so tasty I had to take a second home. RB taught me a really cool fact, too: if you buy the booze to go it's almost half the cost! This place has a great vibe, kind regulars at the bar who are happy to strike up a conversation, AND RB has recently invented a new shot that is a real panty-dropper, the "Muscle Mommy." You can only get it when she's there, and it might make you start liking women, but that's okay...it's Northside. ‍

Great bar, great service. This is a bar bar, not a bar and grill. You go for the drinkies, and they…read morehave a plethora. I am a wine and cocktail human, and there are still plenty of options on rotation. Go to dinner somewhere, then end the evening with a night cap here.

Lots of beers to choose from! Best thing is you can choose from 3 sizes! So you can try several…read moredifferent kinds without going broke or getting tanked. Bartenders are the best and i love the new lighting they've added.

My turtle children are so proud to have a human bar that shares their affinity for the bony-backed…read morespecies. The Turtle hides all cozy in its shell just behind Brentwood Spirits. The parking lot is a bit cramped even when the bar isn't packed, so if you can swim on over here by other means, please do. The Lucky Turtle is a full bar with plentiful wine and beer selections including great local beers from Rhingeist, Madtree and more; as well as delicious Empanadas from Empanadas Aqui! Looking for something a little different? Ask the bartender to "shake your juice" and wrap your flippers around a delicious juice/milkshake beer/liquor blend concoction. Just last night, the Turtle's mixologist played mad scientist and prepared a beautifully balanced pineapple IPA concoction that really had my tail thumping. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable, and very deliberate. Check out their website for events and specials that seem to occur just about every night of the week, so gather up your clutch for a good time at the Lucky Turtle!

I stand on my prior review. And I add that the vibe here is very cozy neighborhood gem-like.read more

Always fun to come here. Great selections of beer. Games to play with and do a few beers…read more Street parking.

I've been to Noche more times than I can count, and at this point it's safe to say they simply…read moredon't miss. I've made my way through the entire menu (food and drinks), and there honestly isn't a single item I wouldn't recommend. Everything is consistently spot on every single time. That kind of reliability is hard to find, and it's exactly why I keep coming back. That said, a few personal favorites stand out. The goat cheese flatbread appetizer is a non-negotiable. It's the kind of dish you order "for the table" but secretly don't want to share. The cacio e pepe and pasta rustica are also incredible and always hit. As for drinks, the seasonal espresso martini is always a go-to and never disappoints. But my personal favorite is either the regular old fashioned or, when I'm feeling myself, the wagyu old fashioned... especially if Scott is behind the bar. He clearly knows what he's doing, and it shows. The service is always warm, attentive, and consistent, which makes the whole experience even better every time. Great food, great drinks, great atmosphere, and a bartender who takes his craft seriously. I'll definitely be back (again...and again).

Very beautiful interior and our server was wonderful. I had a Caesar salad due to the lack of…read moreoptions for me. I would love to see them add some seafood to the menu. Maybe on day. Glad to have had the experience and my salad was good. It would have been nice if it was a bit larger since it was my meal. They offered me chicken or beef but I don't eat it. Pasta was a vegetarian offering but not if you want some protein. Very popular space that look us weeks to get into. With so many local Italian options I believe I will try another one.

Fantastic place to try new beer in cans and TONS on tap! We stopped in for a drink before the FCC…read moregame- it was busy and hopping with fans. Service was fast and the line went quick. We got a cozy nook to sit in and enjoy our beer. I had the Cuppa, which I should have started slower. It was like a fine dessert cocktail and winding down your night. The hard root beer in a can was the way to go, luckily my friend shared! Definitely plan on coming back to take my time and try more beers !

We stopped into Standard Beer before dinner reservations at Fillo. Our reservations were for 4:30…read moreand we arrived at Standard Beer @ 3:45. I don't know that there's any way to know this, but they were closed to the public for a private party until 4:00. Not a big deal. We grabbed a tea around the corner and returned after the party ended. This place is great! What a fabulous selection of brews. Even more extraordinary was the massive selection of alcohol free beers. I've never seen anything like it. Though the partiers lingered a bit, we were able to snatch a comfy table for two by the window. It's the perfect spot for two. Unfortunately I don't recall what I ordered, though I'd remember it if I saw it. Mark had a AF beer and he really enjoyed it. I tasted it and it was delightfully unique. The selection of beer to purchase and take away was huge. I intended to return after dinner, but it was cold and I was too ready to go home. The gentleman running the place was super helpful even though he was managing the party and the remaining party guests as they cashed out with drinks to go. We will most definitely return!

We finally made it to 859 Taproom, and it's easy to see why it was packed! Thankfully, they offer…read morecall-ahead seating, so we called on our way over and were seated almost immediately when we walked in. The atmosphere is exactly what you'd want from a neighborhood taproom: casual, lively, and family-friendly. The bar is huge, with an impressive selection of draft beers (especially if you're an IPA fan), and they also have bourbon bottles available for purchase. We ordered burgers, and they were all really good. One bun seemed a little stale, but it didn't take away from the overall meal. The cheese curds were a standout: piping hot, crispy, and definitely worth ordering. The beef nachos, on the other hand, were a bit disappointing. They arrived cold and just didn't have the same wow factor as the rest of the food. My sweet potato fries were a little soggy, but I took the leftovers home and popped them in the air fryer the next day, and they turned out fantastic. Overall, I'd definitely go back. If you're looking for a laid-back spot with great burgers, a huge beer selection, and a menu that has something for just about everyone in the family, dog and kid friendly, 859 Taproom is a solid choice.

Nachos great…read more Service amazing Bourbon selection unmatched A true hidden gem. The menu is so diverse with fresh food that is perfectly seasoned.

I visited again. I can't compliment this place enough. I…read morelove the downtown building and the various bar, table, booth and high top seating options. Service from Tahlia was excellent. I had the cheese bread, which is incredible. (It's so difficult to choose between the cheese bread and the pretzel.) I tried the wrath burger. It was good and would have been even better if I had gone with the egg sunny side up instead of fries. The fries are out of this world. I'd make the hour drive just for them.

We had the supreme pizza and it was delicious. The crust was especially good. Service was good as…read morewell.

I was on my way out of the Findlay Market on this blustery morning when through a stroke of good…read morefortune, I decided to walk over and check out the Fabulous Ferments stand that I had zipped past on my way inside. While perusing the wonderful assortment of krauts, kimchi, kombuchka, and beet kvass, Jenn fed me samples of the various krauts as she told me all about the lacto-fermented process that makes them tasty and healthy. While I was deciding which flavors to buy, I was struck by the number of people who came by the booth to pick up what appeared to be a regular purchase or to discuss how well the krauts had gone over at Thanksgiving dinner. I grabbed three jars of kraut to go -- Seaweed, Red Apple Caraway, and Spicy Dill. I had the dill kraut on a turkey sandwich yesterday and it was fabulous. The other two are intended as gifts, but with people who I hope will share them with me in return ;-) For a city with as much German heritage as Cinci, the products served up by this small business should be welcomed with open arms. This is kraut like your ancestors used to make, and is pretty much a lost art these days. How inspiring to see a few young entrepreneurs reviving the culture. Cheers!

I never ever heard of kombucha until I was told by a vegan buddy of mine to try this mysterious…read morelocally-made drink one day at a Park + Vine event. I bought the brown bottle with the bright label that said "Fab Ferments". At first, honestly, it was weird. Not only did it foam over the top, but a string of cultures sat on top of the foam and kind of creeped me out. But, once I skimmed that stuff off, I took a sip, and loved it! Since then, I grab a bottle nearly every time I'm at Park+Vine, Findlay Market, City Flea, or any other local event at which I see them. I've had their saurkraut but I'm not much of a fan of the stuff in general, so I never buy it. I've never had their kimchi but I'd like to give it a try someday! Even if you're not a raw vegan, vegan, or vegetarian... give this stuff a try. It's yummy, healthy, and made right in our Queen City!