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Atwood Oyster House
Price: Very Expensive•Seafood•4.8(235)Nestled in the heart of Over-the-Rhine, Atwood Oyster House invites you to experience the excellence of coastal cuisine that combines tradition, innovation, and just the right amount of heat, all under the expert guidance of Executive Chef Mariah Weiner. Featuring an array of fresh seafood and meticulously sourced oysters, Atwood is committed to the pursuit of exceptional hospitality, modern elegance, historic charm, and exquisite food.Ghost Baby
Price: Expensive•Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service•4.8(1,488)Our Rattle Room welcomes you when joining us 4 floors below Vine street. The Rattle Room does not require reservations and is seated on a first come first serve basis.
Reservations are recommended and prioritized for our Den. If you have a reservation, please check in with the host at the front door before waiting in line. Reservations in our Den will be held for 15 minutes and are a total of 2 hours long (Excluding Saturday reservations before 6:30 which are an hour and a half).
We do not serve food, nor allow outside food.
Ghost Baby exists to rattle the extraordinary. Our cocktail lounge and music venue claims a 170-year-old space that once served as a lagering tunnel for a brewing company. Come as you are and enjoy an inventive cocktail, a stiff drink, your favorite canned beer, or a glass of our hand-selected wine. Reserve your spot for an intimate, unique performance in the Den or join us in the Rattle Room (front bar) on a walk-in basis.
21+ | Dress Code Enforced
Pho Lang Thang
Price: Moderate•Vietnamese•4.7(106)Vietnamese restaurant located on Race St. by Findlay Market.Safi Wine Bar
Price: Moderate•Moroccan•4.9(65)Safi is an exciting new concept from the renowned Chef Jose Salazar and his wife, Ann Salazar. Inspired by their travels in Morocco, Safi features a diverse selection of small plates, an extensive wine list, unique cocktails, beers, tea, and coffee. We welcome walk-in guests in our cozy lounge with ample seating at our bar and on our inviting 14th Street Patio. We look forward to welcoming you to Safi!
Losanti
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.8(2,734)Located across from Washington Park and steps away from Music Hall, we are proud to be the only Boutique Italian Steakhouse in OTR. As a from-scratch kitchen, we feature steaks butchered by the ounce on a daily basis, oysters on the half shell, fresh pasta made in-house, and a masterfully executed cocktail program. We eagerly await your presence at our table.Bakersfield - OTR
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.8(986)Tacos. Tequila. Whiskey. Serving up authentic, Mexican street fare, and a selection of over 100 tequilas and American whiskeys. Bakersfield is a spot where the food is simple, the service is warm and the atmosphere is alive.
French Crust Cafe & Bistro
Price: Moderate•Contemporary French•4.8(812)The French Crust Café is a little bit of Paris in the heart of Over-The-Rhine. Chef Jean-Robert de Cavel welcomes you to his charming café for classic French fare with a contemporary twist. This popular Café offers everything from classic breakfast dishes like Eggs Benedict to delicious dinner entree's like Salmon en Persillade. French pastries and chocolates from Master Chocolatier, Jean Philippe Solnom. Jean Robert enjoys offering his Family Dinner Meals to-go and a Thursday evening 4-course special dinner. Please contact the restaurant directly for more details on the special features.Mellotone Beer Project
Price: Moderate•Contemporary American•4.6(68)Timelessly Cool. A modern take on the American brewery experience in Over-the-Rhine.
Teak OTR
Price: Moderate•Thai•4.6(1,161)Located in the heart of Over-the-Rhine, Teak OTR brings a rich history of award-winning Thai cuisine and sushi from its early days in Cincinnati’s Mt. Adams neighborhood. Teak is a beloved OTR gem located across from Washington Park within walking distance of FC Cincinnati games and venues such as Music Hall. Diners can choose to sit in the bar area or contemporary dining room. Outside seating is available during warm weather.
Teak OTR blends elegance and comfort with incredible food and superior service. The extensive menu includes a range of salads and appetizers, 11 house specialties, 4 fried rice options, 3 noodle dishes including the popular pad Thai and lad na, 5 stir fry varieties and 10 different curry dishes. Teak also boasts over 7 dozen sushi choices.
The robust menu offers vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. Diners can also select the perfect drink accompaniment from Teak’s wine list or order creative cocktails from the full service bar.Ché - OTR
Price: Moderate•Argentinean•4.7(880)Ché Argentine Restaurant is Cincinnati's destination for authentic Argentine dining and drinking, featuring our famous empandas, burgers, shareable appetizers, and more! Located at 1342 Walnut, in the heart of OTR. Open seven days a week with happy hour from 4-6 every day! Half price featured empanadas, $2 off drafts, and $5 glass pours of all our Argentinian wines!
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- MMichaelVIPCincinnati / Dayton •8 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoThe downstairs dining area has a very cool ambiance. The service and food were excellent. Prices were very fair and overall great value for a downtown restaurant.More infoPepp & DoloresPrice: Moderate• Italian• Over the Rhine•4.8
- LLaneVIPWashington, D.C. Area •9 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoExcellent experience in terms of food service and ambience.More infoFive on VinePrice: Expensive• American• Over the Rhine•4.8
- SShannonCincinnati / Dayton •5 reviews4.0Dined 5 days agoI had the Matza Ball soup and a side of green beans. Both were excellent!More infoSacred Beast DinerPrice: Moderate• American• Over the Rhine•4.7
- MMarjorieVIPCincinnati / Dayton •43 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoNice space, great service, terrific steak frites.More infoColette RestaurantPrice: Moderate• French• Over the Rhine•4.9
- GGregorioCincinnati / Dayton •1 review5.0Dined 6 days agoEverything was perfect!!! Really nice place for a good timeMore infoAlcove by MadTreePrice: Moderate• American• Cincinnati•4.7
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As a beautifully laid out historic district with 19th-century architecture, Over-the-Rhine provides an exceptional selection of shops, breweries, restaurants and tours. It was previously known as a working-class area of beer brewers and pork packers of Cincinnati. Now, it's home to a variety of restaurants offering an assortment of cuisines. Whether you're looking for a classic American menu or a place with more cultural variety, one of the steak, seafood or Italian restaurants will have just what you're craving. If you're looking to spend a day on the town or check out the exciting nightlife, Over-the-Rhine offers a great selection of cafes and bars with casual food options as well.
Frequently asked questions
Healthy restaurants located in Over the Rhine include Teak OTR, Pepp & Dolores and Losanti
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Over the Rhine are Teak OTR, Colette Restaurant and Nicola's Ristorante
Bottomless brunch in Over the Rhine is available at Sacred Beast Diner, French Crust Cafe & Bistro and Louvino Cincinnati OTR
The most romantic restaurant in Over the Rhine is Pepp & Dolores
Restaurants in Over the Rhine with a great view include Pepp & Dolores, Ghost Baby and Five on Vine
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- Nathaniel Ropes Building
- Martin Luther King Shopping Center
- Milton Boal Playground
- Cincinnati Museum of Natural History
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- Betts Longworth Historic District
- Laurel Playground
- Wilson Common
- George Scott House
- Haberstumpfs Garden
- Lincoln Park
- Findlay Market
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- Elsinore Arch
- Deer Creek Common
- Over The Rhine Recreation Center
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- Ida Street Viaduct
- Christian Moerlein Brewing Co.
- Dayton Street Historic District