Milkman, you were so, so, so good to me! I've never been into the restaurant, though I have gotten DoorDash once before. It was as delicious as I wanted it to be! When my friend and I walked in, we were greeted by such a sweet staff who immediately welcomed us in, shared their thoughts on the menu (since we were first-timers), and suggested we leave a review (they were so lovely, so how could we not!) The entire restaurant feels like the diner Sam worked at in Cinderella Story from the early 2000s - very vintage, very retro, very 50s! It's what I imagine restaurants looking like when my grandparents went on dates when they were my age. I had gotten the tofu nugs via DoorDash, which were better IRL and the milkshake was scrumptious too! My friend got the Milkman Burger, fries, and a fruity pebbles shake. It was all great but let me tell ya...we had this meal almost two weeks ago and I'm STILL dreaming of those French fries. I have had so many iterations of fried potato before...shoestring, steak, wedges, sweet potato, those made from yuca, curly, dipped in ice cream, etc. and these are the best fries I've had in my life. If I could live off the fries, I would. They were that good. I already have plans to share this place with other friends of mine as it has officially worked its way into the rotation for me! read more

Milkman - Kids Kid Tofu Nugs & Fries with a Vanilla Shake - Burgers Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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I got the make your own burger with meat patty, grilled onions, pickles, and special sauce. It was pretty good in all honesty. I did have it to go so all I can tell you is the food was pretty good. I don't know how much I can actually recommend it. The best thing it is down town Cinci so it's decent enough to go to for lunch. read more

Milkman - Burger - Make Your Own Fries - Burgers Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Absolutely love milkman! It's a consistent experience every time and I love the food! I get the deluxe burger with no bun and a side of fries with their house sauce and wow! My favorite part is that they are smash burgers and filled with flavor. The restaurant itself is in the heart of OTR and very clean. All of the servers are always super nice and provide great service to the customers. read more

Milkman - Deluxe Burger - Burgers Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Solid burger. Delicious fries. And can never go wrong with a shake. I did the milkman burger with traditional fries and their house sauce. They moved quick even though they were busy. We ate outside. Preferred that over the indoor diner vibe. read more

Milkman - Strawberry Shake - Burgers Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Service was fast and friendly! I ordered the milkman burger and onion rings. The sauce for the onion rings had a nice smokey flavor too it, a little kick but not too bad. Burger had great flavor. My friend ordered fries as her side. They were crisp and flavorful and the dipping sauce that came with them was a mild but yummy flavor. read more

Milkman - Burgers Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Parked at the Casino and walked straight down to this hidden gem. I know it is OTR but don't let that throw you off. Outdoor and indoor seating - and food was served up delicious! read more

Milkman - Cheeseburgers with Cheddar - Burgers Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

greeted immediately, ordered and sat down and food came almost instantly, it was amazing how quickly actually, burger was juicy and cripsy, the green chili salsa actually was a great addition. the bacon was crispy and so were the french fries, they were seasoned well and the price was very consumer friendly. 2 burgers fries and drink for $26, not bad and got me feeling great as it was filling but not heavy. music and ambiance was great felt like an old time diner, I would definitely come back as the burger was delicious. read more

Milkman - de la smash - Burgers Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Classic spot with great milkshakes and burgers. Price is a little high, paying almost a dollar to get lettuce added. Downtown fun. I recommend. read more

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With a name like milkman, i wasn't sure what to expect, but you do it right! We're from Pittsburgh, my girlfriend was the one who heard your burgers were fire. You definitely lived up to the hype! I'm not always big on burgers. I usually have to be in the mood for one, but yours were delicious, i could eat here anytime. Perhaps one of the best burgers I've ever had. I kept it simple, single with cheddar, lettuce, those delicious pickles, and bbq sauce. Too bad we're not from this city or we'd be regulars! The place has a mixed vibe, fresh modern up front, with a little retro white/black wooden along the side and in the back. The techno like tunes bumping felt like it was taking you back to the 70's. We totally enjoyed the place. Next time we're in Cincinnati, we will definitely be back, can't wait to try the milkshakes! read more

Now that was enjoyable. First visit had to include a boozy shake and a double smashburger with American. Went for their Expresso-Self shake with ESPRESSO LIQUEUR, SPICED RUM, AMARO, WHIPPED CREAM, BITTERS, COCOA POWDER. Very creamy and delicious. I like the meat to shine and passed on the toppings, except some pickles on the side. I was very impressed with the flavor and the texture was perfect. Bun wasn't overpowering and capped it off perfectly. Service was pretty good but they didn't make my shake until I was finished and asked for it a second time. Was worth the wait. Spacious booths and a nice patio area out front. read more

Milkman - Double smashburger didn't need anything on it, just pickles on the side. - Burgers Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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I wasn't sure what I wanted for lunch but I needed lunch, so when I saw a smashburger on Google Maps, I was sold! I told a friend of mine that I think this is the best burger I've ever had in my life! I didn't even get to the fries until I inhaled the burger, and they were still warm and perfectly cooked! The place is moderately busy for 2:00 on a Friday afternoon. The staff was very nice, from the cashier to the busser who offered to clean off my table for me. Drinks are bottled by the register and I opted for a Dasani instead of a milkshake that they make by hand. Trying to be healthy. I'm also trying not to come back here every day for the next few days I'm in the city. Well done, Milkman! read more

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I was visiting Cincinnati for a conference and Milkman popped up online as a good, affordable local spot. The restaurant has a good old diner feel and it's kept super clean. The staff are friendly and make everything to order. I was expecting to like the food but it turned out to be some of the best fast food I've ever had. The veggie burger isn't some outsourced patty. It has a full, rich flavor and the dark red color seems to come from beets but you don't get a strong beet flavor at all. The texture is smooth but close to a burger patty. They smash it just like their burgers. My partner also liked the Milkman burger and thought the smash patty was really good. The fries are crispy and flavorful and the shake was amazing. I was surprised how much butterfinger they put into the shake. I highly recommend stopping by Milkman if you're in Cincinnati. read more

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Very good fast food style burgers and fries. The Cali had a good flavor and the fries were solid. The boozy milkshakes were tasty - though a bit steep for the light alcohol content. Service was quick and efficient. The atmosphere was a nice old school diner feel. Nice outdoor patio too. Nothing mind blowing but a very good place to grab a quick meal. read more

I'll stay off with how delicious the Dairy Free butterfinger shake was!? And yes, if you knew me these are words you'd never expect me to say but the lovely Mrs asked for it so we make her happy. The chicken sandwich was interesting? Probably more than half was breading so totally couldn't taste the chicken? The gravy fries(don't see the in the linemen) but the wording made them sound way better than they were. Rather bland. The Smashburger was pretty good. Don't know where they get the buns from here but they are the highlight to both sandwiches. The store is well laid out, the folks working here are super friendly and it's a very short walk from Washington Park/Cincinnati Pops orchestra. Reason for 4 stars is the price. It was close to $50 with tip for two sandwiches, a side and a shake? read more

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Possibly the best burger I've ever had at a fast casual place and the milkshake was an A+ as well. 10 out of 10. Should eat again. It's just a shame that it's a 4.5 hour drive for me. read more

This review is apart of my Door dash series - I feel like people should know if the delivered quality matches the in house quality. I was craving some Revolution Rotisserie but it closed down last year - the owner also owns this place so the nugs are basically their boneless wings so I ordered some nugs with bbq sauce and ranch.. then I smothered them in the sauce to get the nostalgic flavor I was craving! The chicken was disappointing - it was stringy and undercooked. I probably won't order again due to this. read more

Pleasantly surprised by this vintage diner gem in OTR! My friends and I checked it out on a Friday night and it was crowded but we still got a table right away. I LOVE that they offer tofu swaps on any of their chicken or burger entrees though I wish it wasn't an upcharge (tofu is way less expensive than meat!) and they mentioned a veggie burger alternative too. The tofu was crispy and went perfectly with the unique PBJ burger toppings. The fries were served nice and hot with sauce or ketchup. I also got a quality vanilla milkshake but I'll have to come back after Dry January to sample the boozy versions! read more

Milkman - PBR Burger (Fried Tofu Sandwich), Fries - Burgers Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Great smash burgers. Great boozy shakes. Great vibes. Overall, just a great place to come get your smash burgers and shake fix! read more

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I decided to eat here on a whim as I was in town traveling for work. I googled burger places near me and Milkman came up as highly rated. The parking can be hit or miss but I was able to find curbside parking. The restaraunt itself was well maintained and the staff was very professional. The place seems like a nice hangout spot for families and friends. They have spiked drinks as well for the older crowd. I've never eaten here before so I stuck with what I like. I got onion rings, the cowboy burger, and a chocolate milkshake. All three were great my favorite being the milkshake and onion rings. The spicy ranch sauce with the onion rings was amazing. Overall this is one of the best burger spots I have eaten at and will definitely visit again whenever I am back in towns read more

Milkman - Onion Rings and Cowboy Burger - Burgers Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

A little pricey but so yum, with aesthetic diner vibes that brings the ambiance. They also offer spiked milkshakes, that's a win read more

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The service was fast! :) The burger was dripping in grease so bad I basically needed a wet wipe. The fries were good read more

I'm going to keep it short and sweet. Do you like burgers and fries cause this place is serving up some damn good burgers and fries. I cannot wait to come back read more

Milkman - Burgers Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Milkman is a cute, casual spot near the park. It's the kind of place where you walk up and order and then take a number to your table and they'll bring you out your food. this was my first time in and the burger was very delicious. The staff was very patient because I had 1 million questions about my food so I was very appreciative of that. I got a single patty burger because I also want fries and it was very filling. I also got a boozy shake, the Kokomo spritz! I was really excited because they had a dairy free option and they even let me taste the dairy free, soft serve before I ordered my shake. The customer service was 10 out of 10. I enjoyed my shake, but I probably would've picked something that complemented the oat milk ice cream. The Kokomo spritz is very fruity, and the flavors clashed with the taste of the oats. read more

Milkman - Kokomo Spritz w/ Dairy Free Ice Cream - Burgers Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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What can I say other than this place is absolutely amazing if you like a 50s style diner smash burgers!! It came highly recommended from a good friend who just happened to be in Cincy during opening week a few years ago and they go back every time they are in town, which is frequent so we had to give it a try when we were heading back to Louisville from IKEA. When you walk in, I was greeted immediately at the counter where they have a menu overhead where you order (there is a Cooler of different drinks, including beers and such to the right of the counter). I got a Milkman and made it a double which is a double smash burger with American Cheese and special sauce (no pickle) along with a side of side fries that comes with fry sauce and a Mocha Martini boozy shake. The burger was delicious and cooked to perfection. The fries were fresh and crispy and the boozy shake was outta this world. Talk about a cheat meal lol The staff was kind, polite and more than patient with all the questions we had. 10/10 recommend! read more

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So I've been to Milkman twice now and I just love the vibes of this place. Inside is very cute just like a diner vibe and it's located right around the corner in Washington park so a great spot to grab a bite when in the area. The first time I came I got a spicy burger which was yummy and had good flavor. This time when I went I got the chili cheese fries which were good but a bit salty at the same time. The service was really great. We went during the last hour of it being open and the workers were very kind and even allowed us to just sit and talk for a bit while they were cleaning. I definitely would recommend checking this spot out especially if in the Washington Park area! read more

Milkman - Chili Cheese Fries - Burgers Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Nice costumer service and very fast. There's a lot of employees working and the place is spotless. They provided water cups for free with ice and even refilled it when we drank it all. Everything was really good. It's a little expensive but it's great quality. read more

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My friend and I decided to stop by Milkman because she wanted to try the chicken nuggets. When we walked in, it was packed and it was takeout only or wait for a table. We knew that meant we were about to enjoy a good meal. We sure did! They use real chicken chunks, not processed chicken for their nuggets. The cheeseburger and fries were really good. Even though their burgers are smash burgers, they were very flavorful. The hamburger had the perfect amount of seasoning. I always get my burgers plain or with cheese only. I want to enjoy the flavors of the meat, I feel like with all the extra toppings you miss out on being able to enjoy the burger. The fries were seasoned well and were nice and crunchy, yet soft. The restaurant itself is super cute. I really love all the Elvis stuff they have there. My grandma loved Elvis, so it reminded me of her and made me smile even more. Every part of this experience was pleasant. I am going back this weekend to try one of their alcoholic shakes. read more

Milkman - Burgers Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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This was our first time at Milkman, so we were a little overwhelmed by the choices but the friendly staff answered our questions and gave us some recommendations. We placed our order at the counter then had a seat and our made to order lunch was brought out to our table about 10 minutes later. My husband had the chili cheese fries and liked them a lot. I got a "make your own damn burger" with swiss cheese, grilled onions, and bbq sauce with a chocolate shake to drink. Each topping is an extra charge, so I would have preferred more...if I'm paying $1 for bbq sauce, it should be more than a smidge. That being said, the burger was very good on it's own, so I did not go up to ask for more. The restaurant has a old fashioned diner vibe with old black and white photos of celebrities from that era displayed on the walls. The dining room was very clean, as was the unisex bathroom. read more

Milkman - Burgers Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Classic burger spot with a very interesting menu. We split a cowboy burger and the PBR. Both were insanely good and worth the walk over. The walk back was necessary after filling up on those double patties. Fries and onion rings are cooked to perfection. And because we had already gone as far as a peanut butter double cheeseburger I got the espresso yourself adult shake and it was killer. Tasted like tiramisu! Will be coming back again! read more

Food was above average . Overall service was good . Cashier was not as fun and friendly as the restaurant presented itself . The vibe itself was a more put together steak and shake . Think build your own burger was a cheap shot at charging for extra toppings so I recommend picking a menu item for budget buyers . read more

Milkman - BYOB - double with pepperjack and bacon . - Burgers Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

What a flash from the past! This place is a gem friendly customer service and quick fresh food what more can you ask for?! I've been here about 4 times that's how good it is, they have a diverse menu with drinks . They have 70s restaurant style seats and lots of pictures of Elvis. Clean bathrooms. All around great American style dining! read more

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Food was really good. Everyone enjoyed their meal and shakes! The service was good as well. I'm looking forward to eating there again next time I'm in the area. read more

Damnit, man! I definitely just found my new favorite burger joint, by far! Ordered a classic cheeseburger w/what it says, yo!, (pickles & special sauce) and fries (w/fry sauce) and...well....GODDAMN! I'm already looking forward to next time. Oh! The Chai Tea slushie weren't too shabby either! All the stars! Hey, Milkman! I hope you like 'em goofy and taught to whisper in a saw-mill, because you're gonna be seeing (and hearing lol) a lot of me. (´ ) read more

Not sure if I was just unlucky or what but the teeny tiny piece of chicken on the Hot Damn Sandwich was absolutely not worth $12. Flavor was decent but the value was non-existent when the 2 ounce slaw cup is the same size at the chicken. Much much much smaller than older pics of their chicken sandwiches I've seen floating around. Milkshakes are good. read more

Milkman - Teeny Tiny $12 chicken sandwich (2 oz slaw cup for reference). No bueno. - Burgers Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Wandering around OTR on a beautiful fall day and decided to stop in and check this place out. Has a cool, retro 1950's diner vibe. I ordered a bacon double cheese burger and their chili cheese fries. My wife grabbed the Milkman burger and a side of onion rings. Food is cooked to order and brought out to your table. They do have indoor and outdoor seating. Even on. Saturday, they have a busy lunchtime. Burgers are smashburger style. Delicious, cooked well. No complaints. For me though, the star was the chili cheese fries. Holy hell those were delicious! My wife said her onion rings were good, and no complaints about her burger either. Don't sleep on this place -excellent spot in OTR! read more

Milkman - Double Cheeseburger and Chili Cheese Fries. - Burgers Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

This place was chosen among other burger spots in town. This one hits on all cylinders. Simple burgers, fries and chicken sandwiches. The deluxe burger, as a double was great. The meat had a nice crisp to it and a greater flavor. The Buffalo chicken sandwich was flavorful. Fries were simple seasoned ones. The staff and manager were very friendly and the restaurant itself had a retro vibe. read more

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We love this place!! We're from out of town but I can here once a few years ago and now I have to make a stop by here every time I come. Cutest little small town modern restaurant around. They never disappoint. Cashiers are super friendly. Service is fast. Fries are crispy and salty. Chili cheese dog is always on point. Burger with the peanut butter is ridiculously delicious. Oreo milkshake hits the right spot!! Love this place I'll always reccomend it to others. read more

Milkman - Fries - Burgers Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

If half stars were a thing, I think 3.5 would be perfect for Milkman. To start, you walk in and order at the counter. They have a cooler with a pretty good beverage selection. There are a handful of diner-style table for sitting and you seat yourself after ordering. The menu has 4 or 5 burger options and then a slew of a la carte toppings (each with a fee). We got a Spicy Burger and a Cowboy burger as well as a chocolate shake and a side of fries. The burgers were pretty tasty. Truthfully, they kind of tasted like Five Guys burgers, which is where my lower rating comes from. Also, the fact that each topping is an additional price can make it a relatively pricey meal. The shake was the best part of our meal, that was delicious. The fries were also quite tasty. They were crispy and well seasoned. Overall, for the price and selection, I'm not sure I would go back. read more

Milkman - Cowboy Burger, Spicy Burger, Fries - Burgers Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I love diners and old school burgers so this place was a must try. I got the milkman burger with grilled onions, fries, and a butterfinger shake. The food was all freshly made and satisfied the craving for an old school diner burger, fries, and shake. This one of those places where I will have to get a shake every time because it was so good! The staff were all friendly and helpful. Loved the atmosphere. We were there for an early dinner before going to a show, and watched the diner fill up with families. Would definitely go back when visiting Cincy! Oh yeah, they do have a couple vegetarian options...tofu nugs and grilled cheese. read more

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I stopped in here for Cincy burger week and ordered the Fiesta Burger along with onion rings and a boozy milkshake. The boozy shake was the Cookies & Bourbon Cream and it was so good! The shake had vodka, Buffalo Trace bourbon cream, Oreos, and whipped cream and I would definitely order it again. The burger was delicious as well, the kind of burger I like with lacy crispy edges. There were Fritos on the burger as well giving some crunch. The onion rings were nicely breaded and crispy with a cowboy ranch dipping sauce on the side. The gal that waited on us at the counter didn't seem to friendly or forthcoming with details about the special for burger week so that was kind of a bummer as that was the first person we saw but everyone else who came along and picked up our trays from our table were really nice. It was a very clean restaurant inside and they were giving the diner feels. I would definitely go to try it again. read more

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