Tom&#x27;s Watch Bar

I would love to say I was wandering downtown Cincinnati when the energy of Nat's drew me in or…read more some other made up story that makes me sound super cool but I asked ChatGPT for somewhere to eat late Monday night and the dumb robot did something right for once. Super neighborhood vibe, popcorn on the bar with delicious seasoning salt and amazing smoked wings. Cannot recommend enough.

Awesome dive bar. How do you not like a bar that gives you a tall boy cozy when you order a PBR…read moretall boy. I have only had the smoked wings, but they are legit. Last time I was there they would not serve them because they were an hour away from being perfect. I respect that.

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Kitty's Sports Grill

4.3(145 reviews)

0.4 mi•Downtown

Went here for a late lunch while visiting the city and before heading up the road to TLQ stadium…read morefor a soccer game. The man who I assume was the owner was very hospitable and made us feel very welcome. Also, he was smoking fresh meat out front which smelled great and tasted great (we had the brisket, pork and turkey). The food was great all the way around (also had the loaded nachos). Would definitely go back when in the area.

I came from out of town and was told to check this place out. When I entered there were bl it ten…read morepeople at the bar and ten people at tables. I started to learn that after an hour the owners were the only people working. The male owner got frustrated at the female owner and started to yell at her. I was only able to order one drink in an hour and ten mins. I also waited 40 mins to close my tab(39 technically). This seems like a decent local spot but they need help!

The owner Billy smoking meat everyday.

Homemade (or so it says) jalapeno poppers

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The view from outside

Rhinehaus

3.9(107 reviews)

0.7 mi•Over-the-Rhine

Loved this bar! We visited many times during our trip. They gave great drinks and fairly priced…read more You can order food out from elsewhere to eat. Lots of tv and sports game on and it was a good time.

A dive bar, plain and simple. Cold beer, prompt service, decent prices…read more Not sure what else to say. Don't expect fancy and you won't be disappointed. If you want fancy, walk over to Japp's, ask for Emily.

Date and friends hanging out, watching sports, and drinking good beer.

Front of the bar

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Interior shot of Rhinehaus to exemplify its charming interior featuring exposed brick.

513 Sports Cafe

3.7(3 reviews)

13.3 mi

Solid spot! Dave the owner was awesome to talk with and for a sports bar he's doing all the right…read morethings. Plenty of TVs, cold beer, great food and most importantly they play the game volume so you don't have to deal with Touch Tunes!

They make a good burger at a reasonable price! Well lit and clean. Thats it Yelp, I have nothibg…read moremore to say.

Sinners & Saints

4.5(84 reviews)

2.4 mi•Walnut Hills

OMG!! The best brisket!! If you're in Cincinnati, you'll want to go the the Historic East End to…read moretry Home Court Tavern! It is still transitioning from Sinners and Saints (the OG name). The same owner and cook from the beginning a few years ago!! My wife and I love this place. We've been here a few times and has not disappointed us. This particular time we were craving brisket and it melted in our mouths. We shared the Full 1 lb brisket meal. Added Cole slaw, side salad and 1/2 skillet cornbread!! The establishment is an old house turned tavern. Nicely decorated and lots of TV to take care of the sports needs you have. You can also sit outside when it's nice out.

Sinners & Saints is close to my house, but it's on a stretch of road that I rarely travel. When…read moregoing to or from downtown I almost always use Columbia Parkway and rarely go along Riverside Drive. Sinners & Saints is one of only a few restaurants along this nearly 4-mile stretch. One evening I made a special trip down Riverside to visit. I really enjoyed this stop and will have to make a special trip again in the future. For starters, their smoked & stuffed jalapeños are delightful ($10)! Sausage, cream cheese, and cheddar are all inside, wrapped with bacon and smoked. They come served with house BBQ sauce on the side, but you may not even need it. The smoke flavor is really there on the bacon and mixes well with the creamy filling. For dinner, the naan street tacos are a solid choice. Pulled pork, peach BBQ, source cream, pickled onion, and green onion are packed inside of garlic naan and served taco style ($16). This is served with a very large side of mac and cheese. It is quite a filling meal! The tacos were great and the naan holds up really well to the juices and sauces, as compared to a soft corn shell.

Smoked wings and onion straws, house pickles

The Riverside Cheeseburger, cooked medium and cole slaw.

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Northern Row Brewery Dortmunder Lager

O'Malleys In the Alley

3.8(215 reviews)

0.3 mi•Downtown

Living near O'Malley's in the Alley is both a blessing and a temptation. It's the kind of cozy…read moreneighborhood bar where the bartenders actually know the locals by name and remember your usual. The vibe is laid-back, welcoming, and never pretentious -- just good people and good drinks. And when those late-night cravings hit? The chicken tenders are the move. Light, crispy, and exactly what you want with one more round. Having this spot steps away feels like having a second living room -- just with better snacks and a full bar.

Best dive Bar in Cincinnati! The bartenders are great, the…read moreatmosphere is amazing and the prices to die for!:)

California club, damn right.

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Look for this to find the alley

Queen City Exchange

4.3(65 reviews)

0.7 mi•Downtown

One of my favorite taprooms in Cincinnati. The beer board changes prices every few minutes. The…read moremore the beer is purchased, the higher the price goes.... The less purchased the price goes down.... Just like a stock exchange. Hence the name... clever concept. Very nice selection. Fun atmosphere....

Friendly inner city sports bar with Cozy festive decorations, dim yet exciting lights, and a very…read morefriendly staff. It was refreshing to actually get a phone call answered when I dialed in before a Texas football to see if the bar would be televising that program. My girlfriend and I came in on a Saturday night for a few craft brews and a massive espresso martini. Since we had dinner reservations for another local restaurant we didn't get to indulge in as much of their menu as we would have liked. It was pretty sweet that they had such an extensive menu of different craft beers and a handful of other classic cocktails and frozens. I think the staff and other patrons made this place perfect for a late night sip while watching the game. Would recommend to anyone who enjoys a friendly sports themed atmosphere and nice bar service.

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The tap board. Changes prices every 4 minutes....

The Blind Pig

3.5(134 reviews)

0.2 mi•Downtown

Very good dive bar located right across the street from the stadium enjoy the cigar. The food was…read moregood.

The location and vibes are amazing! Great fun rooftop with…read moregreat selections and super fun atmosphere!

Fry Basket Signature Chicken Strips - Fries Fried Pickles O'Malley's Cheeseburger

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Red Leprechaun

4.5(59 reviews)

0.2 mi•Downtown

Sat at the bar to enjoy martinis and the Shepherd Pie Pasty, which was delicious…read more It was so fun and a lively vibe. The bartender was so cute.

The espresso martini deal on Thursdays is a must! You get unlimited fries if you order an espresso…read moremartini. The martinis are quite sweet so if you don't like that maybe stick to another drink. The servers were nice and it was fun Thursday night vibe. We ordered some other food, the prezel and beer cheese off the secret menu. The pretzel was nothing special but the beer cheese was great! The spice bag was very salty...hard to eat. The Chicken Ceasar salad wrap didn't taste like there was any ceasar dressing on it. The homemade ranch did not really taste like ranch at all. If you are coming here I suggest the martinis and unlimited fries.

Back bar

Elias Gomez Live Music

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Photo booth inside

The Pitch Cincy

4.0(30 reviews)

1.1 mi•Over-the-Rhine

This unassuming spot holds an amazing sports bar inside! It was especially fun to watch a World Cup…read moregame inside. The vibe was amazing. Staff is great, drinks are cold, prices are good. A fun spot across from the soccer stadium that we'll be sure to visit again!

Visited The Pitch to catch up with old friends before heading back to Louisville. Located right…read moredown the street from Music Hall, street parking can be a challenge. Thankfully, it was a Sunday so I was able to grab a spot nearby. Being winter, I didn't linger outside but it looked like they have a fairly extensive outdoor area. Once inside, it has a large bar surrounded by huge tvs playing football (on this day). We sat at a tall table with barstools in the center of the room. Bar staff were very knowledgeable and very friendly. Since I was driving, I only wanted a half pint of beer which wasn't a problem. They do have bar snacks which my friends had before I arrived. They said it was pretty standard fried goodies. The Pitch is a sports lover's paradise. Loads of beer and liquor options and TVs aplenty. Given this, it's very loud with different stations playing and folks cheering/ yelling. Don't expect to have any conversation except during commercials. I didn't frequent sports bars, but everyone was friendly and having a good time which made it fun.

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Downstairs bar and tvs

Second floor view looking over the downstairs bar

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Michael T.

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7 months ago

great customer service, our waitress Stephanie was amazing, nice ambiance for watching sports, food was good-wings and salad very tasty, parking not so fun but to be expected for a riverfront location read more

Ron C.

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10 months ago

Staff was great as well as sports book operator was very cooperative. Loved coming to Cincinnati to drink, eat and gamble

Stephen A.

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10 months ago

Awesome service and great food , can't wait to come back. The best bar in Cincinnati.

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Knockback Nats

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I would love to say I was wandering downtown Cincinnati when the energy of Nat's drew me in or…read more some other made up story that makes me sound super cool but I asked ChatGPT for somewhere to eat late Monday night and the dumb robot did something right for once. Super neighborhood vibe, popcorn on the bar with delicious seasoning salt and amazing smoked wings. Cannot recommend enough.

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