We came to the Härth Lounge for more-dinner cocktails. First of all - gorgeous place, dark…read moreinheritors, colorfully lit in the right spots ... it's a jazz lounge with music in the evenings. Generous happy hour. Classic and creative cocktails, many designed by our bartender, Sophia. I can't go through all the cocktails we had - they were complicated, but I'll include a pic of part of the menu. I'll say they were well balanced, complex, well executed, and very tasty. Even the less booze-forward drinks were sippers -you didn't want to miss any flavors! Terrific place!

Chill spot for a fancy cocktail…read more The atmosphere here is classy, but relaxed. Great for drinks, coffee, and live music. The relaxed vibe seems to extend into the service team as well. The only things that are high strung here are the instruments.

Oooookay hidden, good smelling, smooth as butter bartending, cocktail obsessed gem. I see you…read more The ambiance is perfect, think underground 100 year old whiskey speakeasy but upstairs the drinks are perfectly balanced and service was impeccable.

We went midday with no one in here and it was great. The prices for the drinks are much better than…read morewhat I pay at home. The bartender could have been more sociable but she was preparing for the rush hour I assume. Being able to order food from below is great also. See you next time

We went into this expecting the experience to be an absolute shoo-in for a fabulous speakeasy vibe,…read morebeverages and experience. We arrived mid afternoon and were the only customers there, which we were just fine with. The bartender was incredibly friendly and offered a lot of advice and his opinions on several of the bourbons. The more we talked to him, it seemed that he didn't quite know his bourbons, which is fine, because you need to start somewhere, but he also didn't seem to have his cocktail skills perfected either. Unfortunately, their website did not match what was currently being offered. I was excited to try one of their seasonal cocktails butt was told it was not available as that was the previous month's availability. I decided to go with an old fashioned instead but was sorely disappointed as it just fell flat and didn't seem to be in the bartenders wheelhouse. My boyfriend tried a cocktail as well but experienced the same letdown. We had read great reviews on Goodfellows pizzaria and did place an order but will review that thru the pizzeria itself. While the bar itself has the potential to offer a fun vibe and could entice you back for more, that was not what we experienced and will probably not return any time soon.

I attended the Wiseguys bourbon raffle - great place, but the event was badly organized. The…read moreBourbon prices were insane, the organizers didn't announce when check in was, and apparently turning the loud music down so people could hear the person without the microphone making announcements was too difficult. Their response? Turn the music up louder. It was much better organized in 2024, I hope Wiseguys does better. People were leaving because it was too hot, too loud and too crowded. Oh yeah - the rancid beer that my friend was served was epic and apparently they (Wiseguys) were selling regular Blantons as "barrel picks" and upcharging them.

When I think of Cincinnati, a culinary destination isn't the first thing that comes to mind, but my…read moremeal at Metropole completely changed my mind! The short rib with mashed potatoes was absolutely wonderful, and of course I had to add fries just for fun. My waiter was fabulous, attentive, and very informative about the menu. He made the experience even better and was happy to answer all of my questions. One of my favorite touches was the little sweet treat they bring at the end of the meal. That day, it was limoncello cotton candy, and I loved it! Metropole is a great spot whether you're staying at the 21c Museum Hotel or simply in the area and looking for a memorable meal. Definitely worth checking out!

Metropole delivered a consistently refined experience during our stay at 21c Museum Hotel…read moreCincinnati, especially through their in-room dining. Ordering twice gave us the opportunity to explore several dishes, and the quality and presentation remained thoughtful each time. Service was prompt and seamless, allowing us to enjoy a restaurant-level meal in the comfort of our room without losing the sense of intention behind the food. We sampled the steak and eggs, omelette, pork hash, along with lattes and cappuccinos. The coffee program was excellent, balanced and well crafted, pairing beautifully with the savory dishes. The steak and eggs and omelette were satisfying and well executed, but the true standout was the pork hash. It was deeply flavorful, comforting yet elevated, with a richness that felt chef-driven rather than heavy. Every bite carried warmth and depth, making it the highlight of our stay. Metropole succeeds in creating a dining experience that feels both approachable and quietly sophisticated. Even through in-room dining, the kitchen's attention to detail shines through, making it a place we would gladly return to for another thoughtfully prepared meal.

Not a great experience from being ignored when we walked in and sat at the bar to so-so cocktails…read more(Old-Fashioneds both regular and their special OF). There are way too many great bars and much better bartenders in Cincinnati to waste another stop at the unRighteous Room.

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.

The Vista is beautiful and the staff throughout the entire hotel was awesome! We had a great time…read more Beautiful views of the city.

Rooftops!! My favorite part of summer! We went and enjoyed the views and the wonderful cocktails…read more We really had a great time! Definitely recommend!!

(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.

This lounge is pretty good for the party scene. Lots of attractive people and good music. We spent…read moresome time upstairs but the downstairs dungeon is where its at. I go here every month for a private party and this was my first time here for no reason on a random weekend. I saw some familiar faces and even got hit on a few times. Typical club atmosphere but people seemed a little more polished and upscale. There was a heir of class about the place and its not a meat market like some other places. Drinks were basic bar standard. Nothing really signature about this place and nothing really stands out. ..but the downstairs. I thought the furniture was cool. The floor was slippery as hell! They may want to add some texture before someone gets hurt. Not so humbly submitted, King Michael C.

I've been to this bar back when it was Obscura. I didn't really like it that much as Obscura, but…read morethe music was good and we used to come here for dancing. Now that it's Ivy Lounge, it looks like they're trying to be more of a cocktail bar, but they're not doing a very good job. First of all, we went up to the bar and I asked for a cocktail list. They looked at me like I was crazy and they said they don't have one. Then I asked them what wines they have. The bartender didn't even know....So I just got a bottle of beer (Fat Tire for $5.50 a bottle). They must be hiring bartenders based on looks, and not actually bartending skills. We got our drinks quickly though, so that was nice. The music was so loud at 10pm on a Saturday that we had to yell at each other, but no one was even dancing. It was just a really weird atmosphere...You couldn't dance, you couldn't talk....There was almost nothing to do but awkwardly stare at your drink or the weird decor. I don't think I'll be back.