The Green Lantern Cafe

Well, what to say about this. It's a bar serving food in a house. Kinda divey but also weirdly…read morecharming. Located directly across from the NKU campus it seems like a local favorite. We stopped mainly for a meal, but the bar counter seemed a much more lively place to be at! We ordered a chicken salad and chicken wings. Both were good. We also ordered their spicy cheese curds. They were definitely spicy- but a great spin on the familiar fried cheese curds. The prices were very reasonable. It would be a fun stop to enjoy a brew at happy hour (they advertised some great happy hour prices) and catch a sports game on one of the TV's.

Typical neighborhood bar , Close to NKU campus . Love the wings & spicy cheese curds . Service is…read moregood & friendly , along with reasonable prices

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Second Story Bar

4.4(66 reviews)

2.9 mi

Locally owned & operated

Takes reservations

WOW! This place is so cool! I was in Covington for a wedding and the entire wedding party decided…read moreto stop by for a few drinks. Despite having such a large group, drinks were out fast and there was plenty of seating. 2 things stick out here: Decor and the Drinks. Both were impeccably done. The nature meets wood and brick aesthetic is so purposefully laid out and when the eye cruises across the landscape it's so satisfying!! We had a LOT of drinks, but the jade river, el toro rojo, and pacific muse were our favorites. The drinks are priced pretty well ($12-$14) and the service was very prompt, always cleaning up empty glasses and clearing space for more people to sit. I for SURE recommend this place as a spot to come and throw a couple rounds back. We stayed for hours and drank and talked our hearts out! Thank you for such a wonderful night. 5 stars.

If you haven't been to Second Story, you NEED to check it out! This place has the best vibes! They…read morehave one of the coolest bar designs I've ever seen, it's perfect for grabbing a drink or two with friends, date night, or hanging out! They offer delicious seasonal drinks, and every drink & shot I've tried has been amazing! My absolute favorite thing I've had here (and one of the best drinks I've ever had period) is their S'mores Espresso Martini! It's literally perfection; aesthetically it's fun but still well composed as any espresso martini should be; it's has the right balance of sweet & coffee, & all of the flavors really make it taste like you're drinking an espresso flavored s'more! If you see this on the menu, it is a must try!

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Longnecks Sports Grill

3.2(85 reviews)

1.9 mi

Great food and great service! Our waitress Ella did a great job checking on us making sure we were…read moregood throughout the whole meal. Would definitely come back again and request Ella to be our server

The food was decent for bar food. I was a bit surprised when the chips in fish and chips were…read moreactually chips. However, they were good so it was alright. The fish was cooked well and had a good crunch. It was lacking in the seasoning department, but nothing a little table salt and pepper couldn't doctor up a tad. The service was lacking quite a bit. We were pretty much ignored in terms of refills and check ins. The seating is really crammed with people in every nook and cranny. It is loud, but that's to be expected for a sports bar. I will say that after looking at all the mixed reviews, it was better than expected - not by much but better.

Bar area and TVs everywhere!

Cajun Sweet Potato Fries

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Beeline

4.2(25 reviews)

3.6 mi

Working my way through the Cincinnati margarita passport. The prickly pearita was super refreshing…read more The perfect treat for a hot summer night!

Here for the Cincinnati margarita passport kickoff party and thoroughly enjoyed the drinks, dj,…read morenacho bar and the happy hour menu! The bar staff was so professional and friendly! Will definitely come here again! It's been a while since I've done anything at Newport on the Levee. This was a great reintroduction

Summer passport prickly pear margarita, nachos and passport!

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One More Bar

4.8(4 reviews)

4.2 mi

Cool hole in the wall bar. Really nice people and great bartender. Pool table and shuffle board…read more Good place for a beer.

I love this place! Cheap drinks, good people. Friendly locals and the staff is fun...read more

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Knowledge Bar & Social Room

4.5(27 reviews)

2.8 mi

This might be the best Old Fashioned I've ever had! The Knowledge Old Fashioned is a must get at…read morethis hotel bar. Love the vibe inside - modern and well decorated. Will definitely be back the next time I'm in the area.

It's fancy, it's pricey, it's loud…read more Hit up Knowledge while waiting for a dinner table to open up nearby. Folks here seem to dress a bit up-scale. There was plenty of space and seating available when we came in on a Saturday evening. Our party started at a large wobbly high-top and then moved to a more comfortable booth spot in the corner. I enjoyed the ceiling art. Our group collectively enjoyed some of their chic craft cocktails. All of them were beautifully assembled. The Casse was decent, but if your after the bold flavor of tequila you're not going to taste much of it. I greatly enjoyed the Pistachio Martini. Green and delicious with just the right amout of pistachio flavor. Drinks are priced in the double digits so don't expect to get out of there with a light bill.

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The Hannaford

4.4(56 reviews)

2.8 mi

Great service and a nice selection of beers and bourbons. Enjoyed the sour they had on draft and…read moreour large party had a lot of fun at the juke box.

Randomly stumbled into this place and honestly .. game changer. Vibe strikes the perfect balance…read morebetween fun and soul touching. From the outside, it might look like any other spot. But the second you walk in, something just clicks. It's easy -- like you've been here before in another life or like you've known this energy forever. The vibe is calm but magnetic. Not trying too hard, not putting on a show -- just honest, comfortable, and kind of intoxicating in the quietest way. You could stay for hours and still not want to leave, even after last call. That kind of place. There's a warmth that sneaks up on you -- the kind that makes you laugh more than you thought you would. Makes you say things you didn't plan to say. Makes you wonder how something so easy can also feel so rare. I don't know what kind of magic they've got going on here, but it's working. Trust me -- this place stays with you. Vinny is the best

Happy Hour

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Some of the drafts on rotation!

927 Reserve

5.0(3 reviews)

3.1 mi

Fantastic little bourbon bar with a great ambiance. This was my wife and my's first time here…read more We've been meaning to stop by and glad we did so. Melissa had great recommendations and made great bourbon cocktails. I'd suggest anyone reading this come and stop by, I don't think it would disappoint.

Stopped in to 927 Reserve on a Wednesday evening. It was quiet, but the ambience was great with the…read moreknowledgeable bartender and the space had a really nice decor. The bar top in particular is a really smooth live edge wood. A great place to spend an evening. A few other local couples stopped in throughout the night, and it was a great atmosphere. The menu is really something else. A list of craft cocktails, inspired by historic bars in Newport itself. Each sounded amazing, and there is something for everyone. They even had a Joe Burrow themed drink with fresh orange syrup! It is clear that a lot of thought has gone into the planning of the menu, the spirits, decor, and overall vibe. I believe cocktails were all priced $10-$15 but were generous, well made, and well worth it. This place is definitely worth a stop!

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Arnold's Pub

4.2(10 reviews)

2.8 mi

One of the BEST karaoke bars Ive ever been to!!…read more We were in town for the pathetic Bears/Bengals game, and I looked up karaoke and was surprised to find one on a Sunday night. Free hot dogs and brats for the karaoke gang. Really a fun neighborhood place...

First time visiting Arnold's and it was a 10/10 experience. The service was incredible. Super…read morefriendly staff and the vibes and overall aesthetic of the place were immaculate. Started with the meatballs which were SO tasty. There was A LOT of sauce on them but it came with bread for dipping which was great. Also got an order of crispy Brussel sprouts which were the best Brussel sprouts I've ever had. For my meal, I had the Figgy Smalls burger which has fig jam, goat cheese, bacon, balsamic, pickled pear, and arugula. One of the best burgers I've tasted as unique as it sounded. Will absolutely be going back here again and can't wait till I do!

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The Post - Pours & Rations

4.8(14 reviews)

3.1 mi

This place was absolutely great!!! Was in town for business down the street and this place was open…read moreon a Sunday so I jumped at the chance to try it. Super friendly staff and delicious food a clear must try. Had the poke bowl and it was very tasty and fresh. Added regular tallow fries. It was perfect!! Fries were perfectly crispy and flavorful. Poke bowl was top notch with tons of mix ins.

We went on a Tuesday afternoon after a visit to a local bookstore. Service was very friendly and…read morethe bartender walked us through how ordering worked. The draft beer list was really good and as many times as I have had the Elliott Ness Amber Ale it was the first time having it on draft. The Post has plenty of tables and very family friendly with the game area. My Haddock and Beef Tallow Fries was everything you want from a Fish and Chips. Would definitely go back and recommend to others.

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I don't know if this place is still open. I used to do karaoke here. w a guy named Roy. They had good food at one time but then apparently they switched owners. They're always out of shit. The bartenders are cute, but they're out of everything and it just me. Hope they can turn around I like the deck. read more

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