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.

Oh my! Merry Christmas on overdrive! Couldn't be more excited to share this unique experience with…read moremy adult children. We started with a shot and then the two cocktails. Such an amazing experience

I came out in December for their Miracle pop-up in 2025…read more As someone who has gone to a ton of holiday cocktail bars and pop-ups over the last 10 years, Overlook Lodge's is probably the best I've ever been to. Be aware it will be FAST. Look at the order ahead of time if you're a picky eater/drinker. They run your appointment like clockwork, and you'll be in-and-out, gulping down cocktails, through the entire experience. Your two drinks are included (this year, anyway), and I'd honestly be surprised if you managed to have time for a third. Time zips by fast. That being said, because they do it this way, you essentially have constant service, there's "events" that happen at the end of your reservation time, (I don't want to spoil it, but cover your drink!), and then they kick you out. Service was friendly, though, and I saw the server make time to take group photos for all of the tables (including ours) with someone at the table's camera. (No bullshit "group photo" upsells here) It's kinda loud, though, and I wouldn't recommend this as a chill meet-up-and-socialize spot. (If you wanna talk, they have an addendum, Christmas-themed laid-back bar next door.) It's more of a "get blasted in the face by Christmas for an hour and then leave" experience. It's pretty loud, and talking can be a bit difficult over the music and constant interruptions (more drinks? Photos? Cute Christmas video montage?) But this works in its favor as it feels the most Christmas, over-the-top, and seasonal out of all the holiday bars I've ever been to. It also keeps it from feeling too crowded as reservations are required, so you for-sure have a seat and you don't have to stand forever in line to wait for drinks. I'd probably guesstimate that bar staff is making all of their seasonal drinks, constantly, and servers just pick one up to deliver. With the capacity in here, it would make sense. No idea what the bar is like the rest of the year; this is just a review for the Miracle pop-up which, again, is probably the best I've been to in the Midwest. Cincinnati, you're spoiled down here. (Sidenote, I was absolutely taken aback by their TV presentation on the wall. It's hard to describe, but it isn't just a projector showing a giant rectangle. It's specifically slotted into the holes in-between holiday decorations. Staff told me that had to hire special technicians to get it to show up that way and that's seriously a level of detail I am so amazed by.)

One of my favorite Cincinnati hidden gems is The Blind Lemon! They have one of the BEST outdoor…read morepatios; the atmosphere is incredible! Inside the vibes are amazing too & the staff are great! There are so many wonderful cocktails here, and there are drink options for everyone! The Pomegranate Twist is fruity & fun, & the Cabernet float in the Little Miss Sour is delicious! I can never turn down a tasty dessert drink like the Chocolatini & the Hendrickstini is incredibly refreshing & light! Whether you're in the mood for a great cocktail, and awesome patio vibe or want to catch some live music, you have to try The Blind Lemon!

Fun little hobbit-like hole in the wall. Actually, hole in the ground. I don't know if they have…read moremore than one entrance, but the one we used required the use of steps, so not mobility friendly. I know they have a patio, so it's possible (?) that the patio might be accessible. We went at the end of a looooong day, and eventing about the ambiance was great. Prices were high for the draft beer, so we were one-and-done. Service was efficient, but the bartender was more interested in flirting with the tipsy lady next to us at the bar. The bar back guy was friendly.

WOW! This place is so cool! I was in Covington for a wedding and the entire wedding party decided…read moreto stop by for a few drinks. Despite having such a large group, drinks were out fast and there was plenty of seating. 2 things stick out here: Decor and the Drinks. Both were impeccably done. The nature meets wood and brick aesthetic is so purposefully laid out and when the eye cruises across the landscape it's so satisfying!! We had a LOT of drinks, but the jade river, el toro rojo, and pacific muse were our favorites. The drinks are priced pretty well ($12-$14) and the service was very prompt, always cleaning up empty glasses and clearing space for more people to sit. I for SURE recommend this place as a spot to come and throw a couple rounds back. We stayed for hours and drank and talked our hearts out! Thank you for such a wonderful night. 5 stars.

If you haven't been to Second Story, you NEED to check it out! This place has the best vibes! They…read morehave one of the coolest bar designs I've ever seen, it's perfect for grabbing a drink or two with friends, date night, or hanging out! They offer delicious seasonal drinks, and every drink & shot I've tried has been amazing! My absolute favorite thing I've had here (and one of the best drinks I've ever had period) is their S'mores Espresso Martini! It's literally perfection; aesthetically it's fun but still well composed as any espresso martini should be; it's has the right balance of sweet & coffee, & all of the flavors really make it taste like you're drinking an espresso flavored s'more! If you see this on the menu, it is a must try!

Ghost Baby is really cool underground spot. We found out about this place from the bartenders at…read moreAgigail Street so we decided to check it out. The entrance is in an alley, you can either use the elevator to get down or walk down the stairs. Shout out to Big T the boucner for being so kind. When you first enter, there is a large bar with its own drink menu, different than whats served inside the music area. You do need reservations to get into the music area, we didnt know that going in since we were from out of town. We were told reservations are made months in advance so we didnt really have high hopes of being able to get it but we were pleasantly surprised. We talked to the hostess and she was able to squeeze us in between reservations which was awesome. The inner bar was awesome, they gave us complimentary mini espresso shots which were served inside these chocolate little boats, so fun. I also had the best drink, #4, inspired by the pornstar martini but purple, it had Ketel One, Licor 43, passion fruit, ube, vanilla, lemon and prosecco. We loved listening to the live music, and everyone was so kind. Servers Logan, Vicente & Travis were 5 star.

Surely coming into this speakeasy was a great idea! I had plenty to choose from, but this one stuck…read moreout. Of course I located on Yelp. Easy to locate, free street parking, safe neighborhood. It's a melting pot for sure. Once we walked in, we were greeting by a gentleman who inquired if we had reservations, yadda yadda yadda. Nah. They had room for us, it was after 12am. We caught the elevator down and ventured in. Great décor and vibe. The bar was lively. We chose the velvet seats against the wall. Hubby and I ordered the following. The Ghost's Favorite & my request for "Something Sweet w Whiskey". Both beverages did what they were supposed to do. Very tasty, pleasing and a great sip. I didn't catch my bartender's name but he was very nice and a stellar mixologist. I highly recommend this spot to anyone looking for a chill place to vibe w a beverage. Only downfall, it was 40° in there. We were freezing !! I'd still return, I'll just bring a coat next time. Lol

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.

Chis is kind and trying his best. Good vibes. Campfire with smores. Can't wait to see the Reno…read more Will come again.

Not much with for food - but they have delicious Dicks potato chips. The bartenders are great,…read moregreat cold drinks. The lounge is nice for great conversation, get togethers and they have monthly brunches. Check them out!

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!

Empty on a Wednesday at 7. Good service. Beautiful restaurant and you get to peek the beautiful…read moregalleries up stairs. Good drinks. Fair food for price. Burrata with no bread? Had to order bread ($10) to have something to dip/eat with.

It amazed me how much the vibe of this place changed during the time I was there. Around 8 it was…read morechill, romantic, and although the tables were filled, not very loud. By 10 or so, they were packed, happening, and high energy! The sound levels was pretty loud but you could still have a conversation no problem. The staff were very efficient and had great recommendations if you don't know what you want or want to swap out a liquor in a drink. Had a great conversation about Studio Ghibli and the graphic novel Uzumaki, if that tells you anything about the staff vibe Purple Rain - great balance of lavender to citrus. I tried this on a whim and absolutely loved it! Mr. Blue Sky - this also had a nice balance of tartness and sweetness. Not too much on either side and made with real blueberries I hear. This Mainer approves!

Good drinks and good service. Set up a little awkward to where we didn't know if someone would come…read moreto our table for drink orders or not (which they didn't.) and we weren't sure if we were okay to seat ourselves because no one said anything to us. Vibe was pretty dark and moody. I'd go for my cucumber cocktail again (east side I think??) but wouldn't go out of my way because the vibe and setup wasn't my fav.

The lounge has some pretty good fish and chicken…read more If you aren't hip make sure you try their drunken sauce which is like a vodka based bbq sauce. The greens, yams and Mac are really good sides. The Mac tastes like it had hints of the yam juices in it. Also on your birthday you can go get a free fish or chicken meal that comes with 2 sides. You have to actually go in your birthday and show your id. The service is good but it take a while to get your food, but once you do everything is all nice and hot. Also on Wednesday it is $1 wings and there is a deal for fish on Friday as well.

While The Lounge is a pretty good place to eat and enjoy your beverages, I actually stumbled upon…read morethe Greenhills location called The Lounge Uptown. The staff there is extremely friendly and they make great recommendations on food and specialty drinks to try. Wednesday is $1 wing day. The wings were fried to perfection. Ordered the lemon pepper wings with a side of drunken sauce. Great job. Will see you again.