Best Casual Restaurants in Erlanger

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Cincinnati

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Anderson TownshipBellevueCentral Business DistrictCincinnatiCovingtonEast Walnut Hills

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CharmingGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunchGreat for craft beer

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60 restaurants available nearby

How are Featured results ranked

1. Mama's on Main

4.8

Exceptional(1630)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Covington

Booked 57 times today

Mama's on MainOffering authentic northern and southern Italian fare, including house-made pastas

2. Cedar

4.4

Awesome(21)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Covington

Booked 2 times today

Scratch kitchen offering eclectic and traditional fare with a contemporary twist.

3. Grandview Tavern

4.5

Awesome(1019)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Fort Mitchell

Booked 5 times today

Grandview Tavern is Northern Kentucky's premier food and beverage entertainment business. Established in 2007 and still going strong. Over a decade of research and development has forged a casual upscale concept, second to none. We take pride in the fresh product we produce. Our Signature Salmon Salad, Chicken Piccata, Fresh Wings and the Best Burger around. Chef Jack Rolf's creations insure something for everyone. Extensive Wine menu and 1/2 Price every Monday. Specialty Cocktails and a GREAT Bourbon selection. Enjoy outdoor dining, LIVE music Thursday, Friday and Saturday. A cozy, vibrant bar or a quiet dining room awaits you. Private Dining available, special events as well as catering. It is our pleasure to welcome you to Grandview Tavern.

4. Frida's 602

4.8

Exceptional(283)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Covington

Booked 16 times today

Tequila & Mezcal bar featuring Latin street cuisine; located in the heart of historic Mainstrasse village. Viva La Vida!

A photo of Eighteen at the Radisson restaurant

5. Eighteen at the Radisson

4.6

Exceptional(737)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Covington

Booked 23 times today

The one and only revolving restaurant in the Cincinnati area. An award winning, upscale casual restaurant for visitors and locals alike, Eighteen at the Radisson is steakhouse offering house cut steaks, delectable meals, outstanding service and breathtaking views, all in an upscale, modern atmosphere atop the eighteenth floor of the Radisson Hotel.Start out the evening by browsing our full list of fine wines and cocktails before delving into our irresistible menu of mouth-watering entrees that will leave you both full and satisfied. What better way to end the evening than by indulging in one of our irresistible desserts.Unlike any other river view restaurant in the Cincinnati area, Eighteen at the Radisson offers customers an incredible view of the Cincinnati skyline and the Ohio River that just can’t be beat. Our slow revolving restaurant delights diners with an elegant 360degree view with slow and gentle revolutions that won’t disturb or interfere with the enjoyment of your meal.

A photo of Churchill's Bourbon & Brew restaurant

6. Churchill's Bourbon & Brew

4.5

Awesome(182)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Florence

Booked 2 times today

Make way for all your favorites—and plenty more—at Churchill’s Bourbon & Brew located inside Turfway Park Racing and Gaming. Dig into a stacked menu featuring everything from tantalizing starters and fresh salads to awesome burgers, hearty sandwiches, and mouthwatering entrees. Save some room for dessert, including brownies with ice cream, cheesecake, and more sweet treats.Churchill’s Bourbon & Brew also features an extensive bourbon selection, in addition to a wide variety of beers and wines, along with specialty cocktails that are sure to keep the good times flowing. Plus, catch all the big sports games on our 300" big screen TV and enjoy free live music on the weekends by the region’s best bands! Please note - Must be 21 and older to enter Bourbon & Brew.***All parties over 10 guests will automatically be one check with a 20% gratuity. https://www.turfway.com/dining/steakhouse-saturdays/ Join us for Steakhouse Saturday's! Every Saturday in June!

A photo of Homestretch at Turfway Park restaurant

7. Homestretch at Turfway Park

4.5

Awesome(245)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Florence

**Please note that if you are more than 15 minutes late, your reservation will be cancelled**Parties of 10 or more are subject to 1 check with an automatic 20% gratuity. First Race Post Time is 5:55PM - reserve your table today for the best seats in the house!Experience the thrills of Live Racing from the comfort of your table while having dinner trackside at The Home Stretch at Turfway Park! Our Executive Chef Frank Volski has created a menu that our Live Racing fans are sure to enjoy!After the races, sign up for a Players Club card and receive Free Play to try your luck on one of our 850 gaming machines, place a sports bet on an upcoming game, or check out the live band on stage Fridays & Saturdays in Churchill's Bourbon & Brew.

A photo of The Standard Covington restaurant

8. The Standard Covington

4.6

Exceptional(54)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Covington

Casual neighborhood restaurant. Converted garage setting with plenty of outdoor activities.Reservations are only accepted for brunch on Saturday and Sunday.

A photo of BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Florence restaurant

9. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Florence

4.1

Excellent(201)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Florence

Booked 1 time today

Time counts at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we've continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ's a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ's to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we've put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven't just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it's because of them we're continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ's, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

10. Noche

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$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Covington

Opening June 2025 in Covington, KY, Noche is a moody, modern bar concept from the team behind Alfio’s Buon Cibo — one of OpenTable’s Top 100 Restaurants in America.Blending Italian tradition with Argentine passion, Noche offers a bold menu of fire-kissed small plates and refined cocktails designed for connection, celebration, and late-night energy. With seating for around 75 guests, the space is intimate, magnetic, and built for evenings that unfold at their own pace.At the heart of the experience is Chef Alfio Gulisano’s signature style — where pastas, seasonal ingredients, and South American flair meet the comfort of unpretentious hospitality. The beverage program leans into craft spirits, creative flavor combinations, and an ever-evolving list of wines that speak to both heritage and adventure.Whether you're joining us for an after-work drink or settling in for a night of sharing bites with friends, Noche invites you to slow down and stay awhile.

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From verified diners like you

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Jake
Cincinnati / Dayton •24 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Second time going there and it was great. Seated right on reserved time. Knowledgeable staff.
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Mama's on MainPrice: Expensive• Italian• Covington
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4.8
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Gina
Jackson Hole / Wyoming •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We celebrated our anniversary where my husband proposed 29 years ago! Great to be back and food was delicious. Staff was great.
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Eighteen at the RadissonPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Covington
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4.6
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CarrieVIP
Cincinnati / Dayton •48 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We booked Frida's for a friend's birthday. We were seated on time. Our service was excellent. The food was excellent (especially the margarita pitchers!). We had a fantastic evening. We will be back.
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Frida's 602Price: Moderate• Mexican• Covington
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4.8
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Lisa
Cincinnati / Dayton •3 reviews
4.0
Dined on Jun 15, 2025
Father's Day lunch was delicious! The brie appetizer was so good! We loved all of our main meals as well....Salmon salad, mushroom swiss burger, black bean burger, sweet potato fries, meatballs and side salad. This was our 1st time there and we would come again.
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Grandview TavernPrice: Moderate• American• Fort Mitchell
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4.5
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Michelle
Cincinnati / Dayton •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 9, 2025
Dinner and service were amazing. Looking forward to trying more of the awesome menu.
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CedarPrice: Moderate• American• Covington
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4.4

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