We visited this place while in town for the Blk Wine Fest! It was on their list of places for a pre…read moreevent wine crawl. They had a dj who did not miss the vibes! Plus, free VEGAN wine sampling. Let me say that we are not vegan but love to try different foods & we enjoyed everything we ordered, including the drinks. Everything was also very filling. We split 3 apps between us 2 & couldn't finish them This was a nice black owned spot to support during our weekend visit!

I discovered Almost V'gan while in town for work and walking the streets of downtown Cincy. They…read morehad a sign out front that mentioned they do vegan food and as a vegetarian of seventeen years, it was like they were calling my name. I also noticed that they are Black-owned,which is awesome to see. At the time, they had only been open for, I wanna say, two-ish weeks so my colleague and I decided to give it a go. The staff was eager to greet us and we got a seat right away. The space itself is magnificent. The bright bursts of color caught my attention first. It's definitely a vibrant space, modern, trendy, photogenic, fun, and creative. You got to check out the bathrooms - so cool! From what I gathered, the owner helped design it himself. The service is what stood out next. Everyone was so friendly, the chef and owner came to our table to check in, which is always a nice touch. As for food, I was only in for a quick bite so I went with the kale caesar salad and a side of truffle fries. I love me a good kale caesar and that definitely hit the spot. The only con with the food was that the serving sizes were rather small for the price. I believe this spot turns into a nightlife experience in the evenings. They have a full bar and even a DJ booth. I would no doubt visit again in the evening. It's great for a date night or evening with friends. Overall, I hope they succeed and recommend you give them a try, even if you don't like vegan food.

Love the vibes. The ladies behind the counter are sweet and awesome. Very savvy on the grill…read morecooking up EXCELLENT food. Menu is simple and the food is done very well. Finally someone who seasons their patties! I definitely recommend the vegan cobbler it's sooo good

Decided to try it out since it's highly recommended. Everyone working was very nice and helpful…read more We got a range of things. The burger was excellent. The fries are tasty, but I can see why some people say they're over seasoned/salted. The grilled cheese is a fantastic mix of gooey cheeses. The Mac and cheese was good, not great, and has kind of a crazy amount of black pepper in it. The tomato soup is good, but spicy. Like spicy enough that they should probably note that, since kids and some people will freak out. The pickles, also crazy hot and spicy, and they should definitely note that somewhere. It's a very cozy little diner and the decor is fun. The games and puzzles are a nice addition. Parking is easy, as there's street parking and a parking lot across the street.

Great spot to check out in Findlay market. It's all vegan and deli style where you pay by the…read morepound. (You get how much of the food you want without suprises). I have been here at least 6 times and have yet to get one thing I don't love. Some of my favorites have been chick'n salad (both regular & curried), teriyaki tenders, broccoli slaw and fall fresh couscous. Recommend getting a mix of things to try. They also have a desserts by Chubby Bunny Bakery which is a nice treat!

Went to Plant Harmony for lunch and it was such a great experience. It's located inside Findlay…read moreMarket, and the food was fresh, flavorful, and really satisfying. I ordered the turkey bacon club sandwich. Everything tasted thoughtfully prepared, and it's amazing to have such delicious vegan options available at the market. The ingredients tasted fresh and the flavors were well balanced. The staff was also very friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. If you're looking for tasty plant-based food while exploring Findlay Market, I definitely recommend stopping by Plant Harmony! The space is a stand within the market but there's seating inside and outside the market. When the weather is nice, the outside seating is great!

Not sure what happened to Herban. I usually love this place and am a big supporter of local…read morebusinesses. We went there this afternoon to get a bite to eat. The place was relatively empty. It took over an half an hour for our food to be prepped even tho the place was relatively empty. Our oyster mushroom wings where quite tasty but the rest... The fries we ordered were super greasy, the gumbo tasted burned, the sliders where just ok. Bummer... I am still giving 3 stars and hope it was a one time bad experience..

I was looking for a spot to grab lunch and came across Oakley kitchen. This was my first time at…read morethis food court, ample parking outside, lots of sitting indoors. Herban Vegans was the first restaurant window that caught my eye. I'm not Vegan but menu looked appealing so I decided to get the lunch menu/ platter. It was the jackfruit ribs + 3 sides. I went with the savory mixed greens, mac, and potato salad. And my my MY! What a flavor explosion. The jackfruit was flavorful, I gobbled it up and wished they had given a bigger serving. The Mac! Where do I even start? It honestly tastes better than some Mac and cheese I've had. I don't know how they got it creamy and delicious and yet still vegan, but I'm a fan! The potato salad was also a yummy win for me. Stumbling on this restaurant was a pleasant surprise. Definitely check it out!

I loved my experience at Maplewood! The staff was very friendly and the food was great. The…read moreambiance is super cool too and I love the design of the restaurant. The food was very fresh and I'd definitely order from here again. Check this out for brunch if you're in Cincinnati! I'll for sure be returning soon.

We discovered this place nearby our hotel and were looking for a good brunch spot. The reviews and…read moremenu looked good so we gave Maplewood Kitchen a try. The space is open, bright and well decorated making it very inviting for brunch. You order at the counter from the menus placed along the wall then food is delivered to your table. The various brunch items all sounded very inviting so I was having trouble deciding what to order. So I got a recommendation to try the Shakshuka. Not sure how to pronounce it but when it arrived it was just the right portion and quite tasty for brunch. It's a bowl with a red pepper sauce and feta cheese and kale along with eggs sunny side up. The dish is served with pita so you can do a little bit of dipping in the tasty sauce. To accompany our food we selected the mimosa service and bloody mary pitcher. A pitcher is just perfect for sharing. And the mimosa service was delightful. The server arrived with a bottle of Prosecco and small carafes of orange, grapefruit and blood orange juices to mix yourself. The food was fresh and tasty with prompt delivery of our food to our table. Not quite a full service restaurant since you have to order at the counter but still a nice experience located downtown.

Food was incredible. I went on my birthday and used the area to study for a little bit. Food was…read moregreat, the server was a sweetheart, and the price was great. Very cute atmosphere, and the couple next to me paid for my food!

I read great reviews about this place and decided to try it while visiting Cincinnati for the day…read more Unfortunately, my experience didn't live up to the hype. After being seated, a table that arrived after me was greeted and offered drinks first. I ordered a simple breakfast... eggs, bacon, and asked to substitute the potatoes for a small slice of avocado. I appreciated that the manager approved the substitution at no extra charge, even though it was a very tiny portion. I requested my eggs over medium plus, mentioning specifically that I don't like them super runny. When the food arrived, the egg whites were still runny and the yolks were completely liquid, definitely not medium. The toast was cold, stale and hard, though the bacon was good. The server offered to remake my eggs, and the second attempt was much better, but by the time I got them, the rest of my food was cold. I also never received a coffee refill or too off and had to ask for a coffee to go at the end which was about the only item that was warm in the place. The environment was as nice though, looked clean and quaint. Overall, I felt like just another number. The service was indifferent, and the breakfast was disappointing. I wouldn't recommend this place based on my experience.

I came for the rose water pistachio waffles. They did not disappoint! They were light and floral,…read moreas I expected. They executed this wonderfully! Only thing is I wish they could make it gluten free. I got the Mira bowl in a kid size portion and had boiled eggs as an add on. Perfect portion! The bartender recommended the smaller size since I was getting waffles and I'm glad she made that suggestion. Lavender latte with oatmilk was light and delicate. Just what I was looking for. Nothing was too sweet and I enjoyed everything. The inside had a nice airy feel to it. They have a cute little kids corner filled with books and fun stuff for the little ones to stay busy while waiting on meals. They close at 3 so I recommend enjoying it for brunch/lunch!

Ambiance is a 4, very obvious it's the community place to gather. Seating is available at the bar…read morewhere there are baked goods like biscotti, mini muffins, chocolate chip cookies and banana bread are on display. Or you can be seated at a table in a large open dining area. Very community conscious with a ramp for wheelchair to get from main hostess area to the dining area. I was seated right away. Being visitor from VA Beach, I asked what's the recommended dish, the server suggested omelette. But I wasn't in the mood for omelette so I saw shakshuka. I tried their Green Goddess version that has spinach (instead of tomato sauce) and feta. The food is a solid 3. I also ordered the Dubai Chocolate latte. It was a 3 as you taste more the milk than the chocolate syrup. I also got their chocolate chip banana bread.

Yall looking at my reviews going. WTH?! Meat eater? I just love good food. You'll miss it if you…read moreblink as it's very small. All takeout. No dine in. Appears it's family run and they are phenomenal people. Food smells great as well. Had the cheese steak which had nice array of veggies and portobello mushrooms. The tacos are also a solid choice. Highly recommended.

I attend the Zen center across the street, and at first when they opened none of their limited…read morehours were congruent with our practice sessions. A shame, as we have loads of hungry-at-times vegans in there (obviously). In the last six months or so though, their hours have gotten more accommodating, and these people at the vegan place come highly recommended.

Honestly some of the best food I've had in the city. Whatever they got going on here is the good…read morestuff. My friend and I got cornbread as an appetizer and I got the fish as my entree. The cornbread was awesome - the butter that's on top makes the bread a bit soggy and sweet in the best way possible and the fish was really good. I also don't think that the portions were as small as many other boujee restaurants. With regards to service, we sat at the bar, and the bartender was really cool too. Definitely would come back!

The food here is incredible and honestly some of the best in the city. The recently James Beard…read morenominated chef really knows what he's doing and was a pleasure to meet. The cornbread is incredible, as was their coconut ice cream; some of the best I've ever had. If I had any criticism of Nolia it would simply be that some of the portion sizes are a little small for the prices that they charge and I don't love the layout of the space. I really think they could elevate things if they had a different, upscale dining layout. I would recommend coming if you've never been and I look forward to returning for the next seasonal menu.

This picture cannot convey how good this bagel was... a perfect everything bagel with the perfect…read moreamount of everything seasoning. I also loved the ratio of cucumber, to sprout, to avocado, to cream cheese. It was all just perfect!

I got this on the way out of town, as I was already at REI and this is close by. I got the Monkey…read moreBusiness smoothie and it was pretty good. Small ish place with pretty good menu, lots of options. They were friendly. Nice to have healthy options