Nothing like a restaurant that makes good food and drinks. Cedar was no exception as they executed both. Ivy was the server who provided some great recommendations. The Goetta is a regional dish popular to the area comprised of sausage and potato fried like a smash burger. It was packed full of flavor and was nice and crispy. A must get was the biscuit and gravy. Unlike the southern style which is usually thick and creamy, this has amazing seasoning, plenty of the sausage crumble, and rich texture. The biscuit underneath was soft and savory and paired very well in this dish. The filet and eggs were perfectly cooked and had good flavor. There were a lot of diced potatoes on the plate to enjoy which was also well seasoned and crispy. Lastly the big easy omelette was very good. I do like the fact it was plated on top of a piece of toast. The biscuit and gravy along with the omelette gave a very strong New Orleans feeling. The cocktails also hit their mark. Local distillery Riff was the maker of the bourbon for the mule. I'm not sure of their lineup but it compared to Bulleit Bourbon. Very stable in the cocktail without being overpowering. The hard truth was a coffee with a punch and a great way to start a vacation morning. The restaurant was deceptively large from its outward appearance. There is lots of seating available and the tables moved swiftly. The large garage style doors allowed for full fresh air circulation and opens the brightness from the natural lighting. Being a corner location they were able to maximize on the opened interior dining experience. Overall 4.7 out of 5 read more

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After attending a nearby activity, my wife, daughter, and I found our way to Cedar for dinner. Traditionally a brunch spot, their hours have recently been expanded to offer dinner three nights a week (Thursday - Saturday). We started with the spicy candied sprouts, a wonderful combination of roasted Brussel Sprouts, hot honey, spicy candied bacon, and served with house-made ranch ($11). These were definitely spicy, but were very tasty and a wonderful dish to share as an appetizer. The ladies shared the chicken & waffles, a large plate of fried chicken, served on a house waffle, with hot honey, spicy candied bacon, butter, and powdered sugar ($19). This featured some of the same ingredients as the sprouts, but was a much sweeter dish thanks to the sugar and waffles. They were very happy with the choice, and this is available on both the brunch and dinner menus. I ordered the Greek chicken wrap with shredded chicken, hummus, pickled red onions, cucumber, feta, and cilantro vinaigrette, all wrapped in naan bread and served with house-cut fries ($16). This was really good, and I especially liked the tangy cilantro vinaigrette sauce. The fries were also very good. This dish is also available on both the brunch and dinner menus. read more

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I ordered the Hangover Bowl and it was a flavor explosion! Absolutely delicious in every way. The chorizo was spicy, the egg perfectly cooked, the crema a great addition to break up the spice and the potatoes crispy on the outside and fluffy inside. It was one of the best breakfast dishes I've had! Bravo! read more

Spotted in for brunch on a Saturday. It was packed and we had to wait for a table. This is always a good sign to me. We ordered the poutine to start. The gravy wasn't your traditional gravy and it was bit salty. We got the burger and the hangover bowl. The bowl was very flavorful and fresh! I loved that it had chorizo and a spicy crema. The pico tasted homemade and super fresh. I would come back again for brunch here! The staff was nice and working hard on a Saturday afternoon! read more

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We went for brunch and it was so good. There wasn't a wait at the time, we got seated right away. The food and the vibes were great. The waffle had just the right amount of fluff and deliciousness. 10/10 read more

Cedar - Chicken and waffle - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

Came here for brunch on a random Friday and was pretty underwhelmed. I think it's the same owner as Yuca (which I absolutely love) and so I was sorta surprised. It's a cute space, kind of the same layout as Yuca too. They have both indoor and outdoor seating and we got a table for 2 right away. We got the Hangover Bowl and the Crab Benny. Neither were bad necessarily, but at the same time neither were particularly exciting or remarkable. The portions also felt somewhat small for the prices. Overall it was just fine, but I will likely pick a different spot next time for brunch. read more

Cedar - The Hangover - A ceramic plate contains two sunny-side-up eggs with runny yolks, seasoned ground beef, and a side of chopped tomato and cilantro salsa. Two green plantains are placed on top of the beef. The plate is on a wooden table, with a person in a maroon long-sleeve shirt and a watch visible in the background, holding a phone or camera. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

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We stopped by chance. Love the chicken and waffles. Lovely time and greatly recommended.

Cedar has been on my list for a long time. Finally made it in on a early Friday. The space is cute, modern and clean. We had the chimi chimi appetizer, grilled cheese with filet mignon and the chicken/waffles. All of the food was good. I feel torn like I would not say blown away. I liked it and I think the chicken and waffles were the best of the 3 dishes. There have several variations of bloody mary. Service was great. read more

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The food was so good. I love to come for brunch. Staff, food, drinks, all top notch. The coffee was also really tasty read more

Cedar - Brussels hash! Yum! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

This isn't your typical brunch spot. It's a small menu with some pretty unique flavor pairings, but it was absolutely delicious! I had never seen crab on a breakfast menu before, or orange creamsicle French toast. I went basic though and got the avocado toast, which was excellent. Seating is pretty limited- we had to wait 10 minutes before a table was open, but that is understandable given the size of the restaurant and the fact that it was a Saturday afternoon. I would recommend stopping here if you're looking for a quaint spot in downtown Covington! read more

Cedar - Avocado toast and fruit, chicken and waffles - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

We arrived for lunch service and were seated immediately. Servers were very friendly. The weather was great so all the big garage doors were open. I ordered the Brussels sprouts hash and my daughter ordered the Cedar burger. My daughter said her burger was delicious. I've ordered the hash before and it was good. But the last two times, the Brussels sprouts still had the woody stem on them and I barely could cut them off with a knife. The dish would be a much more pleasant eating experience if they would cut that piece off. Otherwise the dish was pretty tasty albeit saltier than usual. read more

My wife and I stopped in for Sunday brunch, and it was packed in a good way. There was about a 30 min wait, but we could leave our number and got a text when our table was ready, which we really appreciated. The ambiance was very cozy and we really enjoyed how lively the place was. For our meal we ordered 3 items: The Poutine, the Big Easy Omelette, and the Filet & Eggs. Everything was very flavorful. The Poutine had a lot of flavor but was slightly too salty for our preferences but still enjoyable. The Big Easy Omelette had a nice unique Cajun kick which Iv never had with an omelette. The Filet and Eggs was also a good choice and the steak was prepared well. Overall a solid experience and a place worth returning to for brunch. read more

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Delicious food, quick service and a quiet place to enjoy breakfast, these are all things Cedar offers. I had a classic Bloody Mary that was delicious, we all shared the poutine and I got the hangover bowl for my main. I have to say the hangover bowl so so good and was definitely the best part! read more

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Food was real good. Kind of surprising because we went for breakfast and not your typical options. But the flavors and the combinations were outstanding. The service was on point very attentive but also read the table for when to wait. The place gave a great vibe. We were only on the first floor but a mix of high and low tops. Plenty of small and large tables. read more

Interesting and cute place. The food just honestly seemed to be trying too hard. It had 1-2 too many ingredients almost. Weird criticism I guess, but that was my takeaway. Service started out great, but tapered off as people came in, understandably, but it took two different servers and 20+ minutes to finally get our check. It was kind of expensive for what it was. The French toast looking dessert does look amazing though. read more

What a cute spot! Met a friend for brunch and the drinks, food, and service were wonderful. Highly recommended the travelers cold brew with the coconut rum. We split the firebird sandwich and the hangover bowl. The sandwich was the star. Great blend of sweet and spicy and a perfect crunch from the homemade pickles. The fries are hand cut and top notch. I plan to come back and try more items! read more

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What a great little restaurant! Sunday roses are definitely a nice touch. I love that the tables are appropriately spaced-we didn't feel cramped at all. Our server was kind and efficient. The menu is quite eclectic, which I love! But for those who like to stick to the basics, i noticed others order a la carte, bacon and eggs, etc. The only minor issue- our over easy eggs were served more over hard. Other than that we enjoyed our breakfast! read more

3.5 stars. I'm going to round up since it's KY and my sister warned me not to get my hopes up too high. A perfectly pleasant lunch in a cute place. They serve breakfast and lunch on weekdays. We tried the firebird and the crab benedict. Everything tasted good and portions were reasonable but not overly large. Prices seem a bit high for KY, definitely looks like prices have creeped up looking at older menus. Nothing wowed but nothing to object to except for their fries. They were so dark they looked like sweet potato fries so they just tasted like slightly overcooked fries in taste. read more

We discovered this place several this establishment a few years ago when visiting for a ballgame. No we are not Reds fans. The food is phenomenal, the service matches. read more

Cedar - The hangover - A bowl features three fried eggs with runny yolks, garnished with chopped herbs. Accompanying the eggs are sliced avocado, diced potatoes, seasoned ground meat, and a small serving of salsa. In the background, there is a small dish with lime wedges and a plate with additional food. The setting appears to be a casual dining environment, likely a restaurant serving breakfast or brunch. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

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Love love love this place! Service is always excellent as is the food. Love the unique menu and atmosphere.

What a fun spot for brunch!! We all loved what we got! They have unique items on the menu but there's something for everyone! I loved how fun the environment was, friendly the staff was, and how clean it was! They also got our meals to us so quick! I ordered the cedar-mosa and the cedar burger and loved them! The burger has goetta muxed in with the meat and was delicious! My friend had an espresso martini and the chicken and waffles! Beware - the chicken and waffles does have a kick to it so if you're not into spice I'd recommend avoiding! Overall, loved our first time here and can't wait to come back t to try more!! read more

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Random find. And now it's must go-to when visiting. Staff is amazing, super helpful and nice! We came for brunch and split two entrees. The steak and eggs and the crab Benedict. Steak cooked perfectly, eggs as well. Just a great fresh meal. The crab Benedict was amazing. Actual chunks of crab not slivers like other places. The blueberry lemonade (with Tito's) was awesome and very very drinkable. Mimosa with the raspberry purée on bottom was a great spin. And the vibe in this place is just awesome. Everyone was friendly, tons of regulars. This place is just a must. read more

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Cedar was recommended by our AirBnb host and didn't disappoint! We arrived around 10am on a Sunday and were immediately seated. It's family owned and the customer service was great. We were greeted by the host, bartender, another worker, and had great service with Ivy. We started with house Bloody Mary's which were tasty. I had the biscuit bowl (amazing! Wish I could take some of that gravy home!) and my husband had the breakfast hash. Both were perfect portions for brunch after a night out. My only regret is that I didn't take a picture of the biscuit bowl before I dug in! The crowd was a nice mixture of families, couples, small groups. We will definitely be back! read more

Cedar - Bloody Mary - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

Really enjoyed Cedar for breakfast with Screwdrivers and Bloodies. The food was excellent and the Beignet's for dessert were outstanding. The inside was very nice and our experience here was a great way to spend a morning. read more

I can't say enough amazing things about this place! It has been on my list for quite a while, and I finally was able to check it out. I went around 11 AM on a Sunday morning, and there was quite the crowd, but not too much of a wait. I went straight to the bar, since it was just me, and the bar tenders were amazing and super knowledgeable! Since it was my first time, they allowed me some time to look over the menu and gave me some recommendations on what they thought would be best. I settled with the chicken and waffle because what is brunch with that a little sweet and savory?! I had the Cedar Mimosa but swapped with pineapple juice. It did take quite a while for me to get my order, but that was OK. I was just enjoying the nice weather people watching, and the ambience. When the food came out, I was very impressed by how tasty everything was. I quite enjoyed the spicy maple syrup blend. I got through half and was so full, I had to take the rest home. (It heated up nicely for dinner!!) Overall this experience was absolutely amazing. Such a great fun place to check out on the weekend or anytime really . I will definitely back! read more

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Cedars does not disappoint. This has been one of my fav brunch spots for a while, and I swear the quality keeps getting better. The food is excellent, fresh and local. I had the Cedar Burger, made with Glier Goetta and Beef. I added the candied bacon, and the combination was a win. My husband had the Crabby Ben and loved it. Service was super friendly and fast. We will continue to frequent Cedars for brunch. read more

Cedar - Mimosa - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

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Went for Saturday brunch and were surprisingly able to get a table right away! Honestly, the ambiance and service were just ok, but the food here is what made my rating a 4 out of 5. We started with chips and guac, which was delicious. I had the steak and eggs with potatoes, and it was awesome. I really enjoyed the chimichurri sauce. My friend had the chicken and waffles with the hot honey, and I had food envy. Will definitely get that next time! There's indoor and outdoor seating. We sat inside, which was SO LOUD - it was hard to hear the person sitting across the table from you. Overall decor and ambiance is pretty plain, but the food makes up for it. read more

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Cedar was awesome! Tucked in a cute little downtown area on the corner of the street! We went when weather was beautiful so they had the side windows opened, making for a really open and bright/inviting atmosphere. The front of house has more high top tables with the bar and the back is for more casual dinning. Their poutine fries were amazing!! Staff was very attentive and helpful as well. I loved this for a nice Friday/Saturday brunch and maybe even a walk after to check out the shops around the restaurant. read more

Cedar - Poutine fires the Surf n Turf tacos - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

Absolutely Delicious! Sitting at the bar for brunch - it was perfect! Service was amazing! read more

Cedar - Brussel Hash - so delish! Blueberry Lemonade too! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

My wife and I went to Cedar for dinner the other day for the first time. The waitress was very friendly and thankfully recommended what to order. My wife and I ordered the Brussel sprouts for an appetizer they were amazing. We ordered the fire bird chicken sandwich we both agreed that had to be the best chicken sandwich we have ever had. The food was fresh and we could tell it was made to ordered. Everything was made from scratch. We could tell the chef took pride in the food he sent out. We would definitely go back. We highly recommend it. read more

Service was wonderful and very attentive. We came on a Sunday at noon. Just be prepared to wait. You need to take online reservations. We got the Cedar mimosas to start and a blue moon. Highly recommend the mimosas. Very light and refreshing. For brunch - we got the Yuka Toast with fresh fruit, chicken and waffle, and an omelette. I had the Yuka toast and enjoyed it. My husband had the omelette, which seemed to be "whipped" it was so huge. Our sons enjoyed their food as well.we sat in the back room (go up five steps) which is extremely loud. You need more fabric in the room so you don't hear every conversation. Good food. Good service. read more

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I am going to start with the othe "stuff" before my food. This, like many other businesses/eateries in Main Strauss, are converted old buildings. This place is pretty nice (there are a few worn out laminate floor planks...no biggie. There are many hard surfaces, so it is a little on the noisier side. The service is friendly and attentive, so that's good. I was torn between 3 menu items. But since I was a bit dressier for Mother's Day, I opted for a safer bet...so I don't wear it. I ordered the NOLA, a Cajun based omelet and this was a good choice. It's a large omelet on a large piece of sourdough (homemade) bread. The sauce is all New Orleans. I didn't really detect any heat, but I think my palette may be tempered as I like spicy stuff. Overall, it was quite good. I really enjoyed everything. read more

I believe I just found my fun and hip spot for a bloody and breakfast. I couldn't have been more impressed with the excellent service and quality of food. The avocado toast and Bloody Mary were extremely well done. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Brunch on Sunday. Server was absolutely perfect. Food was pretty good. Prices seemed quite ridiculous. Overall good not great!

I've eaten a lot of chicken and waffles, and this is probably the most unique take on it. The chicken and waffle is coated in a sweet and slightly spicy sauce that contains bacon bits. It's a heavy meal. My only complaint was that I wish the sauce was on the side and not already poured onto the waffle! My husband ordered steak and eggs. It was good, but the steak was a bit salty. I heard this place used to be a bar, but they renovated the space very nicely. My friend was amazed at the transformation. Street parking. read more

Cedar - Chicken and waffles - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

The food we had was amazing. It was me and my daughter and first time there. We sat out on their patio because it was such a beautiful day. I had the fried Chim Chim and the poutine fries. Both were delicious. Highly recommend Cedar for a great Brunch. read more

If you are looking for a cute brunch shop in Mainstrasse, this is the place to go! They have a variety of cocktails and food items to choose from. I got the Kentucky cold brew ($10) and it was pretty watered down and not very strong. I definitely don't recommend, but my friend got the strawberry mimosa and loved it. For food we decided to share a cinnamon flat bread ($11) and the hangover bowl ($12). The flatbread was super delicious and not overly sweet! And the hangover bowl was equally good. I loved the potatoes and chorizo! The wait for here on the weekend is pretty long so we definitely recommend making a reservation if you can or getting there early. It also took us a super long time to get our food. Overall, the experience was okay, the service was okay, and the food was good but not like amazing. read more

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First time, won't be the last either! Cedar is a modern contemporary brunch spot just off the banks of the Ohio River. The exposed brick interior, mixed with wood and open dining area provides an ice atmosphere to enjoy a bite to eat. Not too mention the outside patio, which is fairly shaded. Biscuit Bowl was my menu item of choice .. it did not disappoint! The gravy was savory, chorizo wasn't overpowering, though it was the biscuit which did it for me! Flakely, soft, yet had a little crisp/crunch to it.. & somehow not soggy from the gravy! Cedar did their thing, I'll definitely slide back when in the NKY area! read more

Cedar - Biscuit Bowl - A ceramic bowl holds biscuits topped with sausage gravy, scrambled eggs, and chopped green onions. The dish appears to be served in a casual dining restaurant, with glasses and utensils visible in the background. The food presentation emphasizes comfort food elements like biscuits and gravy with added scrambled eggs and garnishes. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

Fantastic area with a great atmosphere and attentive service. Cedar is a fun brunch spot, but for me the food fell a bit short. Now this may come off as a bit over-critical because I will be comparing this to their offshoot Latin inspired location, Yuca. Yuca was amazing and creative. Cedar's menu was a little bit less fun and the quality of the food was more inconsistent. Even the dishes that were similar to Yuca's lacked its flare. If you're going to pick one, pick Yuca. read more

Amazing brunch right in the middle of a cute neighborhood. Wait staff is funny and kind, quick service, 5 stars. The filet was very good and the hangover was the highlight. Espresso martini was so smooth and delicious. Plenty of covered patio seating. read more

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