This bar has a great old school fancy feel that has some of the best drinks in OTR. They have booths for larger groups as well as a Photo Booth in the back which was great to use with friends. I got the gimlet which was amazing, but I also had the espresso martini. I personally love the vibes and went when they had live music. The staff is great and fast with drinks. It is easy to access on the street and is a good stop for a bar crawl. read more

Japp's Since 1879 - Gimlet - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I've always loved the vibe in this place and had not been in since they renovated. The renovation made it even more charming and since it was not very busy on Sunday afternoon, we could walk around and take in the space freely. This place is known for its cocktails and nothing about that aspect has changed; there are only so many places I can order a Negroni and Japp's never disappoints. Our bartender was very friendly and engaging. read more

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Service was good Food - didn't get I had a Dance Hall Daze and hubs had a Les Paul Martini - sooo good. We almost bi-passed this place - glad we didn't The ambiance is cool - but it is NOT a speakeasy read more

Japp's Since 1879 - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Upbeat bar with live DJ. I loved the Christmas decorations, especially in the bar area. It was crowded, so we didn't stay long. However, the service and drinks were great. read more

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Wow Japp's is a VIBE! $7 espresso martinis on Friday is where it's at... the cinnamon and mocha flavors were on point. Even the original was really good. Only downside is they use cold brew concentrate instead of fresh espresso but hey I get it, they're busy! Also the little daqsnack shots are sooo good too. Highly recommend this spot for good drinks and a night out! read more

If I could leave a ZERO..I would! I decided to come to this bar for Halloween weekend on 25/oct/2024, and at first it was fine..a basic bar with drinks. BUT...there is always a but lol...when I ordered a espresso martini and the BARTENDER spilled my drink and I told them I wasn't paying for it, instead of correcting the issue they kicked me out. I had a in depth conversation with the manager and tbh at the end the day he's a person that cares more about not getting in trouble than doing the right thing. This is a tiny ass over priced useless ass bar, do not waste your time! Unless you want to pay for a $15 espresso martini and then the bartender spill it before you even get to drink it lol read more

Japp's Since 1879 - A TRASH ASS BAR - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

1. Great ambiance 2. Great Old Fashioned 3. Joe, the bartender was a freakn delight with a very fantastic ability to make a perfect drink. read more

This place is amazing. We really enjoyed the live music. Jess Lamb band was incredible and we absolutely loved the history behind the place. Lots of character and charm. Will definitely visit this place again our next trip there. read more

This a fun place I've visited off and on for many years! They remain consistent with ambiance, drinks, and a very friendly crowd. Adam was my bartender-very professional and welcoming. Tracy was my Dj-he was hyped and made me bust a a quick 2 step! I usually slide through before or after another event. I am sure it will remain one of my staples for years to come. read more

A great place to grab a top notch cocktail and either catch a live band during happy our or dance the night away with their DJs! read more

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We were in town after moving to California seven years ago. Stopping at Japp's for a cocktail or two was on our list of things to do. Menus were available to download to our phones. We each ordered something different; they were all great. I ordered the Honey Vanilla Spritz - Vodka, vanilla honey, fresh lemon, topped with sparkling wine. It was super refreshing. The vodka and sparkling wine were a good pair and the tartness of the lemon evened out the sweetness of the honey. So good I had a second. It was Thursday evening just as they opened, so it was not crowded. We enjoyed the window table, but I'll warn you... the mirror next to the window will mess with your mind. I wish we had a place this cool in Hayward, CA. read more

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Japp's is a cool hangout in the OTR in Cincinnati. The ambiance is definitely a throwback to a bygone era. Beautiful bar and space! The cocktails are fantastic but fairly expensive. I would recommend this place as a cool place to hang for a while but you might go broke if you drink too much. read more

Japp's Since 1879 - Maple Makers - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Can't wait to go back! One of the most fun nights we've had out in a while. The service and atmosphere were top notch. Thank you, Japp's!

The bartender Meg is absolutely fabulous. An exceptional bartender, and growing her mastery of her craft every time. She is a must see and a centerpiece of the establishment read more

Didn't notice how awful the name is and glad I went with Chardonnay because my friends drink wasn't great. Stayed for some jazz music, it was ok. There were people dancing which was cool. It's a long bar with some booths. Bartenders were busy and still managed to see how we were doing. Drinks could've been better. read more

This is one of my favorite spots in Cincinnati. The vibe is so cool. I almost felt transported to New Orleans the night we went in because of the love music - fantastic! The copper bar, the back patio, the diverse crowd. In fact, this place just oozes charm. We only had non-alcoholic drinks, but they were delish. I'll definitely come back and spend more time - I become a regular! read more

Me and my friends loved this place. Whether you want a fancy cocktail or just a draft beer the bartenders are some of the best. Music was great and depending on the night people will be busting some moves on the dance floor. If you're looking for a place that's not so busy and you're looking to meet new people this is a great place to go to. The vibe is mostly mid-late 20s and a little on the fancy side. read more

This place has such a cool vintage vibe. The live jazz band was great. The bartender Sai is amazing at connecting with customers and is truly talented. We gave him free creative reign to make us drinks and he delivered! Highly recommend this place. read more

Sai made the best Manhattan I have ever had! Highly recommend checking this place out. Awesome atmosphere.

This bar is such a good place for some amazing cocktails. The bartenders are super knowledgeable and they can help recommend you drinks if you aren't sure what you would want They have live music on Friday and Saturday evenings then switch to a DJ for the night Japps is always a good time and I would definitely recommend! read more

First of all drinks were not that great.. but this is just disgusting urine and alcohol all over the floor and no toilet paper. come on do better. read more

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Terrible service. My espresso martini was not at all the correct proportions and tasted way off... not to mention it was $15 and in a mini / smaller than usual glass. Also absolutely no one in the place except two guys at the bar who acted like we didn't belong... will go elsewhere next time. read more

Breaks my heart to write this review but this place has really gone downhill. Used to be my favorite bar and the best bar in Cincinnati hands down about 5 years ago. Cozy, art deco vibes, with the best jazz music playing in the background. The whole environment from the staff to the artwork on the wall felt like a tribute to Cincinnati history. The the bar tenders put nothing but passion and creative into the drinks, which used to be a fun twist of old school classics. Fast forward to now...slow service, mediocre drinks, boring decor (got rid of the covered booth style tables in favor of a dance floor). They swapped jazz and blues background music for a club EDM DJ in the back. No clue what this bar is trying to be but it's unrecognizable from the one I used to love. The only thing to be said about this bar now is that it's fine, unremarkable in every way that matters. read more

We stopped in here last night and I'm glad we did! It has been on my list to check out for a while but I'd never given it enough priority, clearly! From the outside it looks okay but not too exciting but inside I really liked it. Very swanky and the bar itself is great. Nice places to sit and hang out. We only had beer and they were priced a bit higher than we were paying for the same thing at other bars but that's not going to stop me from coming back to check out the cocktails. read more

I can't believe I have never been to this place before. I have been missing a lot. A group of us came down on a Friday night. There was a band plying that made you feel you were in Paris at a cafe or on Bourbon street in New Orleans. They have a fun cocktail menu and the bartenders rock!! What a great bar to get away from everyday life read more

Mahalo-ween! Spooky Tiki night complete with tropical goth music...which is apparently a thing. Service was good. The drinks took awhile but it's all about quality over quantity at Japp's. I got the "Creature from the Black Lagoon" special which was complex and boozy with rum, absinthe, and cachaca. Nice blend of fruit and sweet with alittle saltiness. I hadn't visited Japp's since it was renovated and the interior looked amazing. Maintained a cool, vintage vibe with plenty of space to enjoy drinks. Patio is also a nice space. Always willing to recommend Japp's for it's expertly crafted cocktails and cool environment. It's a Cincinnati staple. read more

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Love it here cocktails stories Molly the bar staff Tiki Day the space location . There's live music again the updates great outdoor dining and event space plus nice bathrooms and you never know who'll stop by athletes musicians actors it's always fun times at Japp's read more

Japp's Since 1879 - The Best part about living in Cincinnati OH Molly Wellmann and Japp's love the updates and live music is back - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Old fashioned style bar with much charm and atmosphere. It's a busy place at the usual evenings on the weekends. Catch the bar early and you get a better feeling for the old charm. Drinks are very good. Fun to sit at the bar and watch the crew mix traditional cocktails and new concoctions. If you're fortunate you might be lucky to have Molly put together one of her special drinks. She's really entertaining to watch and so fun talk with. read more

Met the owner today and she was super friendly. We had excellent customer service. The drink order process was super easy. Great experience. Love the new vibe and decor. It really opens up the place. Great Covid measures in place too. Definitely recommend read more

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few buddies of mine went here for the first time last Saturday. I don't know if this is a usually thing or not but we waited at the same spot at the bar to get a drink for like 10 minutes maybe. Never got served so we just left. Prlly the slowest bartenders out there. read more

I don't have a really long winded review, but more of a suggestion: Find the bartender with the beard (I should have gotten his name) and ask him to make you a TurquoiseJeep. It is quite easily the best cocktail I've ever had in my life. The depth of flavors, the balance, it was the perfect libation. This is a recipe of his own creation, so the other bartenders probably won't have the recipe. If/when I go back for this beverage, I'll make sure to get his name and update this review. THAT'S some good Turquoise Jeep! read more

I'm not ashamed to say that I fangirl pretty hard over Molly Wellmann. So when I finally had the opportunity to check out one of her places, I jumped at it.... and SHE WAS THERE! It's awesome to watch her behind the bar... she's such a master. This place is loud, that's for sure... but that's awesome. The music was blaring from the band up front, and the guests were having such a great time. People were dancing in the middle of the bar! I had a delicious drink that went down way too easily and enjoyed every last drop of it. This place has a lot of charm, and you should really check it out. read more

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I was out bar hopping with a group of friends and the great music pulled us in. This place plays great music and everyone was dancing. It might take you a couple of minutes to get a drink but no reason to be in a rush just dance away while you wait. There were a lot of people here I guess they all enjoy the music as I did but let me tell you this place its super hot and I mean temperature wise. They really need to fix this and really get a better AC since this would solve their only con. read more

Japp's Since 1879 - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

After all my years of visiting OTR and hearing about Japp's, I finally came in for a night out with my friends. I love the vibe! Crafty cocktails, cool seating layout, plus there was no wait and no cover on a Saturday night, and it's in an ideal location for all of the bar-hopping you'll probably be doing in the area. The bartenders are very friendly and easy to get their attention. I didn't get to spend as much time here as I wanted to that night, so I'd definitely like to come back here and see what else they have to offer. read more

Fantastic service, great place for a private event. Would recommend 10 outta 10 times!

No silly, it's not a racial slur! Japp's is a family name, and the awesome owner Molly has worked really hard to preserve the historic character of the venue. Formerly a salon and wig shop, in the space you'll find an old styling chair she's in the process of restoring, tile floors, leather couches, gorgeous ceilings, wood floors, light fixtures, and signs advertising toupees and braids. There's a nice outdoor courtyard, and a projector available should you need it. We came for the after party of our friends wedding, where they had a nice space set up for a jazz band to play and allow family members to give speeches. The staff were all super sweet to us, and Molly herself is a delight to talk to. Definitely worth stopping in and great for events! read more

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Went for the music, was turned off by the service. The tall bartender aggressively checked me from behind because I was standing too close to the edge of the bar and said I couldn't stand there. I had just ordered through another bartender and wasn't lingering, and there was no sign saying I couldn't be there for me to know any better. No apology or any sign of remorse. The drink the bartender I ordered through was delicious but we left soon after due to the aggressive employee. read more

Great wine selection, great beer/cocktail selection, amazing band!! Love that it is a casual spot that we can hang out and bring our dogs! The bartenders are phenomenal! Love how they have made this place so much better than it was where 30 And older people can hang! read more

Japp's Since 1879 - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

By far my favorite part of my visit to Cincinnati. The bartenders were amazing. It was like getting a good hair cut-- they really listened beforehand to what we wanted and delivered on that. Sitting at the bar was a blast and offered opportunities to taste various liquors that the bartenders were working with. And then when the bill came-- holy cow, living in Chicago I was expecting my bill to be two or three times the amount, and honestly, I think they could get away with charging more for their drinks in Cincy, too. But they don't. A real class joint! If you visit Cincinnati, you've got to visit Japp's. Great atmosphere, fantastic cocktails, lovely bartenders. Perfect, perfect, perfect. read more

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Gotta say one of my favorite bars in Cincy. Great cocktails and draft espresso martinis are always a win. If you love live music, definitely go on Friday or Saturday as the ambiance is immaculate. Amazing staff and amazing drinks! read more