Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
An underground whisper beckons... - Ghost Baby, Cincinnati, OH

Ghost Baby

4.8 (1574)
$31 to $50
Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
1314 Republic St, Cincinnati, OH 45202-7115

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 69 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for live music
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
Our Rattle Room welcomes you when joining us 4 floors below Vine street. The Rattle Room is walk-in only and seated first come, first served. Reservations are recommended for our Den and prioritized. To plan around live music, check our calendar online before booking. If you have a reservation, please check in with the host at the front door — no need to wait in line. Den reservations are held for 15 minutes and last 2 hours (1.5 hours for Saturday reservations before 6:30pm).

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, 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

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Cocktail Bar, Speakeasy
  • Hours of operation
    Tue, Wed 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu 5:00 pm–1:00 am Fri 4:00 pm–1:45 am Sat 3:00 pm–1:45 am
  • Phone number
    (513) 381-5333
  • Website
    http://www.ghost-baby.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Location
    1314 Republic St, Cincinnati, OH 45202-7115
  • Neighborhood
    Over the Rhine
  • Cross street
    14th Street
  • Parking details
    Washington Park Garage & Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Featured in

Ask Concierge
AI Beta

Our AI assistant, Concierge, is here to answer your questions about this restaurant.

Menu

At present, we do not have menu information for this restaurant. Please see their website or wait to visit the restaurant to learn more.

What 1,574 people are saying

Ghost Baby reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.0Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Cincinnati / Dayton

    Best Ambiance

  • Cincinnati / Dayton

    Hot spot

  • Cincinnati

    Best Ambiance

  • Cincinnati

    Hot spot

  • Cincinnati

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ghost Baby offers a unique speakeasy experience in Cincinnati, with its "moody, stylish, and intimate" ambiance, and "outstanding" service. The live music and creative cocktails are highlights, though the venue doesn't serve food. Guests rave about the "unmatched" atmosphere, making it a "hidden gem" for a memorable night out.
1,574 Reviews

  1. Danielle

    Columbus12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience, wonderful service, the cocktails were top tier, and the band was excellent. Will definitely come back the next time we’re in town.

    Is this helpful?

  2. Kyle

    Washington, D.C. Area4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great atmosphere for a date night. Server was knowledgeable about the cocktails and a perfect place to relax, have a good drink, good conversations, and great music. Ignore my 1 star for food as they did not have a food menu and I couldn’t click save and continue without making a selection.

    Is this helpful?

  3. Hanna

    Cincinnati / Dayton1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The burlesque night at Ghost Baby should be top of the list for anyone visiting Cincinnati.
    Ghost BabyResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you so much for the glowing review! We adore Big T and are so blessed to have him on our team. We’re thrilled to hear you had such a great time with us at Ghost Baby. Whether it was the atmosphere, the cocktails, the music—or all of the above—we’re so glad it resonated. Hope to welcome you back underground again soon!

    Is this helpful?

  4. Julie VIP

    Cleveland / Akron / Canton1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome experience! Ambience was amazing and the band was excellent!! Such a fun experience!
    Ghost BabyResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you so much for taking time out of your day to show the team at Ghost Baby some love and support! Your kind words just made our day! We are thrilled that you enjoyed your experience and would love to host you again for another unforgettable haunt. Cheers!

    Is this helpful?

  5. Kate

    Columbus3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on July 12, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was very slow. It took 40 mins to get our first round of drinks. I was so excited to bring friends here from out of town so I was very disappointed that our server kept serving everyone around us, but passed us by multiple times. On the upside: The host was amazing at accommodating an extra guest at the last minute, and the musicians were incredible! Best I’ve seen so far! It would have been a perfect experience if the service was more attentive.

    Is this helpful?

  6. Steve VIP

    Cincinnati / Dayton19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This venue is certainly a unique experience. Truly enjoyed the live entertainment and smoked old fashioned. Will be back again.
    Ghost BabyResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you so much for your time in leaving Ghost Baby a review. Your feedback and support means the world! We are so glad you enjoyed Ghost Baby during your visit and would love to host you soon for another unforgettable haunt!

    Is this helpful?

  7. James VIP

    Indiana2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on July 12, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a really good time. Great atmosphere. Our server did a really nice job.
    Ghost BabyResponded 7 days ago
    Hi James, Thank you so much for your note! Since Ohio is a control state when it comes to liquor, high-end bourbons are heavily allocated, making it especially challenging for small businesses like ours to access certain labels. As much as we’d love to offer a broader selection of rare bourbons, we’re limited by what’s actually available to us. That said, is there a specific bourbon you were hoping to see on our menu? I’d be happy to pass that along to our Beverage Director and see if it’s something we might be able to source ahead of your next visit. I completely understand how it can be disappointing not to find a favorite bottle, but I appreciate your understanding—and I’m so glad to hear the rest of your experience was enjoyable. We’d love to welcome you back again soon!

    Is this helpful?

  8. Bridget VIP

    Cincinnati / Dayton8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our third or fourth time visiting Ghost Baby and we just love it. Such a unique experience! I brought my boyfriend’s parents because they love speakeasy’s and live bands. We really enjoyed listening to the Barnweavers! The drinks were delicious, especially the take on the margarita! We will be back again soon!
    Ghost BabyResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you so much for taking time out of your day to show the team at Ghost Baby some love and support! Your kind words just made our day! We are thrilled that you enjoyed your experience and would love to host you again for another unforgettable haunt. Cheers!

    Is this helpful?

  9. Amber

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was a wonderful date night spot, and very unique! The live music was amazing, and the drinks were delicious. It was a very romantic environment. Would highly recommend it for a date night. Dress up, get into the aesthetic!
    Ghost BabyResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you so much for the glowing review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a great time with us at Ghost Baby. Whether it was the atmosphere, the cocktails, the music—or all of the above—we’re so glad it resonated. Hope to welcome you back underground again soon!

    Is this helpful?

  10. Zarria

    Cincinnati / Dayton1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I absolutely love Ghost Baby — it’s one of my favorite spots in Cincinnati. The service is consistently outstanding, with a staff that’s attentive and genuinely welcoming. While they don’t serve food, some light bites or sweets like cookies would pair well with their creative cocktails. The ambience is unmatched — moody, stylish, and intimate, capturing the true spirit of a speakeasy. It’s energetic without being overwhelming, making it a great place to enjoy a night out. Overall, it’s a hidden gem that delivers on every level

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

Ghost Baby is rated 4.8 stars by 1574 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Cincinnati / Dayton
  4. Cincinnati
  5. Over the Rhine

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 69 times today
Google Map for Ghost Baby

1314 Republic St, Cincinnati, OH 45202-7115

Additional information

  • Cross street
    14th Street
  • Neighborhood
    Over the Rhine
  • Hours of operation
    Tue, Wed 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu 5:00 pm–1:00 am Fri 4:00 pm–1:45 am Sat 3:00 pm–1:45 am
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Cocktail Bar, Speakeasy
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Washington Park Garage & Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Featured in

Discover
OpenTable
  • About Us
  • Blog
  • Careers
  • Press
More
Our sites
Businesses
  • Restaurant Management Solutions
  • Restaurant Reservation Software
  • Restaurant Marketing Software
  • Restaurant Event Software
  • OpenTable For Restaurants
  • OpenTable For Restaurant Groups
  • Restaurant Resources
  • OpenTable Pricing & Plans
Join us on
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information
  • Accessibility Statement
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2025 OpenTable, Inc. 1 Montgomery St Ste 500, San Francisco CA 94104 - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo