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    Vista at Lytle Park

    4.1 (41 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)
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    My fancy pants drink
    Libby V.

    Unlike other area rooftop bars, it has indoor options for seating so not limited by weather. Drinks are oh so good...I had one with a tropical flower in it. So very elegant. Outdoors they have comfortable seating and fireplaces for those cooler days. Service is always spot on. Prices are in keeping with an upscale place. One of my favorite spots to stop and watch the sun go down. It was especially prettying during the recent light festival.

    View from rooftop
    Paulette F.

    Very fitting to find Vista inside of an Autograph Collection hotel. The ambiance is of modern, cool luxury -- it turned my "just because evening" into an experience. It is one of the warmest Winter rooftops I've experienced as there are heaters, fireplaces, and a few solid igloos available. Unfortunately the food was just ok. The mussels weren't fresh, and the broth was bland; however, the crostini was flavorful. The pizza and burger were ok. The cocktails and drink menu in general were great! Key takeaway - The Vista is a must experience before or after your meal. Definitely checkout the rooftop view of Cincinnati's skyline.

    Gemma S.

    Who doesn't love a rooftop bar? The Vista at Lytle Park was great with an even better view. I had yet to go to a rooftop bar here in Cincy, and this one was so much fun! Upon walking into the hotel where it's located, you make an immediate right and take the elevator up. I'm glad my friend knew how to get there as I had never been here before, but the signs are pretty clear with directions as well. My friends and I all each ordered the Pineapple Express margarita to start, and that was super yummy. Food wise, we ordered the cheese curds, margherita pizza and lamb burger to split amongst ourselves. I really could not pick a favorite because they were all delicious, but the lamb burger was exceptional. I would definitely come back and get that one just for myself. In general, this is a really fun place to go since it is right downtown and has a great view of the city. We went right at sunset, so we were able to get some nice views and it was still warm outside, so it made for an overall fantastic experience. I think it would be even more fun to come when a Reds game is going on so you can see some of it from the rooftop. Vista was definitely a little bit on the pricier side for food and appetizers, but I would still recommend!

    Beautiful up here!
    Lorinn S.

    What a beautiful setting, up on the six floor, although it feels like you're a lot higher! I love the all glass room with a ceiling that opens to the sky. You feel like you're outside no matter what, but you could also be outside. It's got a beautiful fireplace outside. The views are incredible. Really enjoyed Vista at Lytal Park.

    Small portion of hummus that was not good and way overpriced
    Kate F.

    The positive - the atmosphere is stunning, the drinks are good (but on the pricey side for Cincinnati) The negative- I've eaten here 3x. The food is really not good. High prices, small portions, and low quality. The service has been poor every time also (and I've experienced 3 different servers). Parking is tough- limited to street parking (a bit of a walk) or valet for $10. Come here for the drinks but eat elsewhere.

    Naanchos!
    Leah S.

    Yet another place that makes me wish that YELP gave the option of half stars. First off if I was reading this purely on the Ambience it would be a solid five. The rooftop is beautiful with ample space and offers different experiences depending on where you sit. It was much more crowded than I would've expected for a Monday evening so if social distancing is your thing definitely take that into consideration, but they did do a good job of spacing people out and servers all wore masks. Where it fell flat for me was the food. The drinks were good, with a lot of variety. I enjoyed the Lady Louise and 98 Degrees. They have a great wine list as well and it was nice to enjoy a glass by the fire later in the evening. However the overall food left a lot to be desired. First the menu is very limited more of tapas really. The naanchos are a cool twist on an old favorite, but were overcooked. The charcuterie board was heavy on the meat. I would definitely go back for drinks, but would likely wouldn't pair it with a meal. Also, if you're a baseball fan, an added bonus is the proximity to the stadium. You could hear and somewhat see the game being played.

    Flatbread
    Siripug A.

    Vista bar. There are two roof top closed to each others and this one is on Gilbert House the 6th floor. Nice patio and great service. Their menu is small but enough for spending some times with friends or hanging out with couple drinks.

    Cocktail
    Danny D.

    Didn't try the food but had a couple good drinks and the view is amazing. Pic of my wife with one of the cocktails on their menu. Bartender was helpful and friendly.

    Janice W.

    We had a great time at Vista tonight - what a hidden gem in Cincy! The rooftop is super nice with awesome views of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky as well as delicious cocktails. We had an amazing cocktail server, Abby, who was friendly, knowledgeable and attentive. I'm going to recommend Vista to all of my friends - we will be back.

    Lady Louise and Queen City Mojito
    Taylor W.

    It's been a minute since I've been here but was scrolling through my camera roll and found these photos. I'll agree with some when they say this is more of a place to get drinks than a place to eat. We ordered the Naanchos without chicken, Mediterranean Hummas, a flat bread, and Vista surprised us with beignets with chocolate dipping sauce for the birthday we were celebrating. All of the food was good but nothing special - with the exception of the beignets. Those were absolutely one of the best desserts I've ever eaten and I love everything that is forbidden with every trendy diet. The drinks are the stars here. I had the Lady Louise and not only was it so pretty, it tasted amazing too. I don't drink often and am kind of a light weight but I can tell you that this drink had a sufficient amount of alcohol in it. After that drink, I just ordered my usual go to. My friend ordered the Queen City Mojito. I tried it and it was very sweet. I liked it and it came with a flower garnish. The Dragon Mule was ordered and had literally the coolest color ever. I tried it and liked it too. All of the wait staff was very sweet and accommodating. I only had an issue with one hostess being a little rude but I think her annoyance was more to the man who sends people up via the elevator. The vibe here is definitely chill. This is not a place that has music blaring and a ton of 21 year olds. The few times I have been I've noticed the patrons are more on the mature side. I'm sure this also has to do with the prices - but I feel like you're paying for an experience here. Posh drinks, a gorgeous view of the city, and Instagram worthy photo opps. The interior of the hotel is gorgeous and detail oriented - even in the restrooms. There is $10 valet available or street parking. Some complained about the street parking but that doesn't bother me much. I've done both and have no complaints. I feel like Vista opened at weird time - right at the beginning of the Covid 19 pandemic. They are still working out the kinks and figuring out the best ways to accommodate guests while being compliant with social distancing standards. I think we owe Vista some sense of understanding and patience with the current situation. I recommend coming here for a great drink and a great view.

    Amanda G.

    Lytle Park is stunning. Their decor is glamorous, the rooftop views are beautiful and overlooking the stadiums. They have a fantastic drink selection and the rooftop is covered for the most part so it can accommodate any sporadic Cincinnati Weather. Great choice for a night out.

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    Andrea T.

    Great ambience, nice open feel, high end ingredients and specialty cocktails. Drinks may seem pricey, but really the price point is in line with other big cities and cocktails of similar quality, so the prices are appropriate. Capacity is metered via the hotel lobby and on a Saturday evening around 6:30/7 we did have to wait a bit to go up.

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    Heather was the best waitress we have ever had. She has spoiled us with great service. We will come here for every special event!

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    Bartender made the BEST mojito I've ever had! Incredible refreshing and balanced! Great view, fireplaces add to the ambience

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    Top notch wait staff, amazing views, incredible food, all in all a wonderful experience on the roof top.

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    Great food! Ordered the oysters, ceaser salad, and salmon. Loved all of it! The view is nice as well. Recommend going during sunset

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    The view is wonderful and the tapas and drinks are very good. Highly recommend the Vista Fashion

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    My friend wanted to come here for her birthday. We dined in on a Sunday for brunch. At the time it…read morewas super busy because they were booked for birthdays and events but we managed to fit a party of 12 around the DJ area near the bar. They made it work for us and were very accommodating. The food menu served was brunch. The menu was simple, but they had a lot to offer. I would best describe southern soul food. Very reasonable in pricing and the drink menu had a great selection as well. My fiancée and I ordered: Drinks: -Pinot noir -Manhattan -Espresso Martini Brunch: -Grilled salmon with side of onions & potatoes - Shrimp and grits For it being super busy, we didn't have to wait long for our food. It was fabulous. My salmon was grilled perfectly. The hot honey went very well with my salmon. The potatoes were delish. My fiancée really enjoyed his shrimp and grits. He mentioned that the shrimp was on point. I tried my friend's French toast . Wow! That was amazing. Nina was our server and she was great! Very polite and attentive. She was working really hard. I want to give her huge props. I highly recommend coming here. The DJ really knows his music and everyone was having a great time. That's all that matters, Right!? Great place!

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    I hadn't been to Righteous Room in probably years after it being a regular happy hour spot when I…read moreworked downtown. Now my BFF is working a block away, so we hit it up to start off my birthday weekend and I'm definitely going to have to make it a regular stop. Happy hour deals are the most clutch here. Half off all the drinks (or at least almost all - they say there are "rare" exceptions, but I haven't encountered any. Even the specialty cocktails were half off! AND it goes until 7pm. (If your happy hour ends before 6, it's not happy.) The main bar is moody and honestly makes it kind of feel like you're transported. I believe they open the front windows during nice weather but in the winter, you're snug and cozy and the hustle and bustle of Walnut St is miles away. There is counter seating and then the other side is a long line of a booth seat with bistro tables and extra stools. The courtyard in the back is its own vibe and another transport. You're outside! No, you're inside! Kind of like Arnold's patio. There's a bar back there too. No snacks here (all the bars should have some snacks, dammit!) but it's more of a stop on the way to the rest of your night. Check out Righteous Room - it's an institution to still be open after more than a decade.

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    (Last visited 10/31/2021.) On our last day in Cincinnati we got invited to a brunch with some of…read morethe people we were hanging out with throughout the weekend and they were here! These are my kind of people! Here's how it went... Atmosphere/Appearance: This place has a lovely, wide-open concept, is lively and pretty big to be honest. It looks like it could double as a nightclub/lounge during the evening and night hours. It's a downtown location so there is no private parking lot so good luck with finding street parking or parking across the street in a lot you need to pay for. The inside is nicely decorated and the music was PUMPING. It's certainly an energetic brunch. Once you come in you're greeted by several booths, but then you make a right and go up a half-flight of stairs to see the bar then the buffet area. Service: This is where they lost a star. Our servers were great, but they were either spread to thin and overworked or just forgetful. We were here for the bottomless mimosas, but many times our glasses were left empty and we had to flag someone down for refills. Other than that shortcoming, everything else was great. Food: As I just mentioned this place does serve bottomless mimosas with a buffet. The buffet has all of your traditional breakfast foods as well as things like shrimp & grits, macaroni & cheese, popovers and so much more. I was very impressed at the selection and the food was delicious. The mimosas weren't juicy at all and were firing on all cylinders. Value: I can't remember what it was for the bottomless brunch, but I feel like $45.00 rings a bell. I could be wrong, but don't be stupid and be prepared. Like, unlimited food AND unlimited drinks... be prepared to spend because it's absolutely worth it. In conclusion, if and when I'm in the area again, I WILL be making a return visit to Copa. I loved it here!

    Food and the DJ were !! In the area and looking for poppin brunch come here and the DJ needs a…read moreraise.

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