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.

Somerset has been on my list for years of places in Cincinnati I wanted to check out and we finally…read moregot to go today! We got there just when they opened, at 2pm on a Sunday so naturally they weren't busy which was fine with us! We were greeted at the sidewalk by an employee on a stool who told us the adjoining foodtruck wasn't open but we could door dash from somewhere else if we'd like. This place is so cool! There are so many little divided up areas with eclectic seating, both inside and out. The courtyard is especially nice. When we ordered cocktails, I was deciding between two and the bartender said the one is her favorite so I went with that and she was right, it was very well balanced and really tasty: The Maria Sabina with fig-date tequila, rosemary honey, cinnamon balsamic, and lemon. Honestly all the cocktails sounded really good so we have an excuse to go back and try more!

This bar was so cool and I loved the vibe inside and outside. They had a huge wall of projector…read morephoto slides--I've never seen anything like that and thought it was an amazing use of those! The outdoor garden patio area was amazing with plenty of seating as well as more hidden/private spots. I loved the projector outside playing clips from old movies as well. Definitely the perfect place to bring a group of friends or celebrate something! To drink we ordered the famous down under, ube margarita, and banana espresso martini shots. The ube margarita tasted like a jolly rancher, it was so good. Prices were also very fair.

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!

I spent a Friday night at Prim and had a great time! It's really cute inside, with plush pink…read morecouches and dim lights. A friend and I snagged a seat at the bar and tried a few different drinks, it was a win each time. They had a DJ playing a mix of R&B and hip hop so the vibes were high and people were dancing. We eventually tried some charcuterie and that was a nice bar snack. Overall a great night downtown.

One of the cutest speakeasy's I've ever been to. This is definitely not what I was expecting from…read moreCincinnati but they showed up and showed out. The hummus and pita was an interesting taste because both the hummus and the pita were cold. The service was fast and very sweet and I love the dark red vibe inside. The drinks were also very good (although I don't remember which ones we got)

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.

This place is so very cool! We had this recommended by a local and it did not disappoint! It…read morereminds me of golden tiki in Las Vegas and it made me very happy to look around. Lots of authentic tiki vibes and lots of great drinks! This was all so a really great place to talk to locals and enjoy an easy-going good time! You can bring in food from any of the surrounding restaurants. We got a group cocktail that would be for 3 to 5 people. When it came out, we were disappointed with the size, but I can tell you that that drink sure gave a punch! We were happy with everything about this place! You won't be disappointed.

Visited in June and it was a Deep Eddy Vodka Sponsored month. My friends and I made a 2 hour trip…read moreto a Rum/Tiki Bar only to be greeted with a menu serving 12 of 15 drinks vodka/non-rum based. I asked for their signature Bang Bang Barrel but was informed that I could only order from the sponsored menu, I was prepared to buy mugs, merchandise and several drinks but after that we were a bit put off. Within the first 15 minutes the bartender also set off the fire alarms with a flaming drink so we had to wait outside for a bit until the fire department shut off the smoke alarms. I've been to several Tiki Bars in California and other locations, this one is pretty low on the Tiki Pole for me unfortunately. If it wasn't so far of a drive I would give them another chance but at this point I would rather just go to Nashville or Indianapolis for my Tiki Fix.

The energy is always wonderful here. Whether a date or with friends or solo it's always a good…read moretime! And with delicious tacos next door it's easy to stay a while and enjoy the city. Service is always friendly and the bartenders remember you!

I loved this place immediately. There's something about these bars that are themed after very…read moremasculine men with dark wood and leather (Hemingway, Teddy Roosevelt, etc) that just attracts me like a moth to a candle. The space is great and is both casual and sort of intentionally ironically macho and you would fit in in a t-shirt or a suit equally. Service was very friendly, the cocktails were great and at least one was named for cats. No matter agar type of cocktail you like, you've got options- it's not all whiskey! I was bummed this wasn't our first stop of the evening, but then, I probably wouldn't have left it. Decidedly going to go back.

Fun place especially at Christmas-make a reservation early. Great holiday drinks and fun over the…read moretop Christmas atmosphere. Staff is fun. We also went off holiday season and they let us bring our dog inside while we had a cocktail. I hear they now do a Halloween event which I will check out.

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

Another super cool spot to hang out in Cincinnati. I love a space that can both do live music and…read morenot be so loud that you can't hear the people that you're with. Got the meat and cheese board, which was honestly really big for the price. The servers were very attentive to us, even though they were also the bartenders. Would definitely recommend for a night out!

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!

I really enjoyed myself here. My friend and I went to an event in Hamilton then took an Uber to The…read moreDavidson. We had reservations and ended up there a bit early and they had no issue with it and took us to a table. Even the fact that we added two extra people to our party did not faze them. We were seated quickly and with a smile. Our waitress came out pretty quickly and explained the eggplant dish to my friend who asked about it. We brought another couple with us so 4 of us dined for dinner on Saturday night. I ordered a cosmo to start and a Seared Yellowfin Nicoise Salad. For my main I ordered the Bread & 3 Butters along with the Cannelloni. The salad was super fresh and an excellent way to start my meal and the whole grain Dijon mustard vinaigrette definitely hit the spot, I ate every bite. Next up a big helping of fresh made pasta! The Roasted Tomato Cannelloni was a rich dish and I absolutely LOVED it. Roasted garlic tomato sauce and not in an overpowering way along with Swiss chard and ricotta filled cannelloni tubes. Again I ate every single bite of this dish with part of my bread and it was a lot to eat for me. Would definitely order this again. I also tried a bit of my friend's eggplant even though I am not a fan of eggplant and it wasn't too bad, she loved it. Can't speak to how easy it is to park there as we came in an Uber but I am sure that nearby there is parking lots if you cannot find street parking. I did not partake in dessert this time as nothing on the menu appealed to me but maybe next time we come as I want to try a couple other menu items. Do not hesitate to go as it is straight up good food and great service.

Took my wife to Davidson's Sunday at noon. Service was slow and not very friendly. The manager came…read moreout to apologize for a problem with cooking the hamburger. Appetizer of tomatoes and mozzarella was tasty. Wife's burger was ok but nothing great. I ordered Rigatoni with Vodka sauce. It had been sitting around for a while during the time they were redoing the hamburger. It was dry and not very favorable. It was supposed to have Italian sausage in it but there was hardly any. Portion was pretty small also. When we came in, we had reservations. They put us next to the kitchen. The place was empty so we asked to be put near the windows. They did it but we obviously really upset the hostess which made for an uncomfortable start. Maybe she didn't want to sit us near the windows because it was plagued with flies from hell. I won't recommend and I won't go back. $150 for a burger and dried pasta and some drinks that upset my wife's stomach.