Fun place for a Saturday afternoon. Decent prices on beer and good service although it helped that my friend knows the owner. I'd go back. Also cute servers so that helps. read more

While in Cincinnati for some training, hit a few bars but this place had THE BEST SMOKED WINGS!!!! You don't need sauce to f it up .

Amazing dive bar. Will make it a stop any time I am in Cincy. Great nachos and bar food. Good beer specials. read more

Knockback Nats - Brad in the ladies room. - Sports Bars Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

A great sports bar with outstanding food. The chicken sliders aren't what you might expect, but are amazing. The service is friendly and efficient. This has a dive bar feel with excellent bar and menu offerings! read more

Great wings and ambiance if you are able to get a table. Worth the wait for seating to open up. Have always had great service, which is impressive considering the bartenders are responsible for some tables and the bar. read more

Knockback Nats is a good sports bar. It looks like it specializes in nostalgia. The bar is covered with replicas of old newspaper stories. It also features lots of cheap beer. They have the usual fried foods. I wanted a local beer. It has several of them on draft. The best of these is probably Rhinegeist. It's about $5 for a pint. The usual whatever light shit beer is cheaper though. It's good if you like bars with a history lesson. There's all kinds of nostalgia. It features imitations of old clips from newspapers on the bar. There's stories about the death of Elvis, and other celebrity news. It gives you something to read while you wait for your beer and food. The food sounds like the usual bar stuff. If you like nostalgia themed bars you should like this bar. It's good to watch a game. They also have a good local beer selection. read more

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I had really high hope for this place because: 1. I love chicken wings 2. I live close by But it was quite a dissatisfying experience. I ordered the wings to go. Since they said the wings are also good by themselves, I got the wings naked with honey bbq sauce on the side. They don't give you celery for the wings, just an fyi. When I opened the box, the wings looked quite sad. They looked like they hadn't been seasoned and they were drenched in oil. The bottom of the foil was purely oil. The wings were subpar, they tasted old and stale. NBD. There was little to no seasoning, ok. The bones break apart. There was some nice smoky flavor within the meat, but the skin was just greasy and covered in oil. I like mine a little more crispy. This is just not the kind of wings that I enjoy. The honey bbq sauce was pretty good, it more of a honey mustard than honey bbq imo. The wings are better with the sauce, because the sauce covers the oily flavor. I ordered a 12 piece wings, had 4, and couldn't bear myself to finish the rest. They are now sitting in my fridge and I'm pretty certain I won't touch them again. So now, I also need to deal with food waste. read more

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I love their wings. They have the best wings in Cincy. One of the older guy bartenders can be pretty rude but everyone else is very nice. They also have tasty drinks! read more

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Fantastic Wings! Tastes great without sauce. Pineapple Bourbon sauce is my fav. Chicken sliders were tasty. Try the Hanky Panky. It's is old appetizer from days gone by. read more

Amazing wings! Came here to watch the super bowl and wasn't disappointed. Plus free popcorn!! Chicken wings were on point. Sat at the bar, even on a busy night the bartenders were attentive and provided great service. Had a few questions on the tap list the bartenders let have a few local samples to see what I'd like before picking a beer. Good bar atmosphere, few TVs on the wall and good food. read more

Knockback Nats! I love this place! The ambience is awesome and the food is amazing. The staff is super friendly. Old time bar feeling with a great selection of ice cold beer in the cooler and an excellent selection of Cincy local brews on tap. The menu is not big but the options are great from the smoked wings, quesadillas and sliders. All smoked meat and the wings are my favorite! Soooo Good. I can't forget to mention the free popcorn!! Can't go wrong at Knockback Nats! When downtown and need an adult beverage and good food make sure to stop by Knockback Nats! read more

Wings wings wings! Sauce on side. Great dive bar open late. Pork sliders as an app was a good choice

Classic local watering hole. Staff is nice. Best chicken wings in the city. Want some culture, get down here.

If your looking for amazing wings this spot is it. My service was amazing, my drink was very strong. What else do you need. This will be my new low key spot. read more

Great sports "dive bar" right in downtown Cincinnati on Seventh. Awesome smoked wings - some of the best I've ever had!

Wings are the best !! The flavor because their smoked , I get them well done with garlic Parmesan or honey Cajun bbq sauce

OMG so full . Got the wings dry with sauces on the side , well done and smoked. Served hot as I always say is 80% of the satisfaction. Free popcorn and a seltzer was what was on my menu (womanu). Maybe the Best American Smoked Wings in Cincinnati and most other places. read more

Heard they had great food like the wings are 'best in town'. I ordered 8 & they came out very charred overcooked & dried out. Cost $16 or $2 each for wings unworthy of 'best in town' ranking. Beer was alright but just not worth the $30 spent (wings / 2 draft beers / tip). read more

Best wings in Cincinnati! They're to-go service is fairly quick and the wings are unbeatable. I go through the hassle of picking these up over doordashing any other wings in Cincinnati read more

Amazing wings loved this place . Went twice in a row! Great dive bar vibes and easy place to go shoot the shit

Great wings ! Not many tables inside, but it is a great spot to grab a drink and food. Fries were also great

Awesome place for good bar popcorn, cold drinks, and awesome smoked wings! Place is usually busy during games and weekends so service is what's expected and they do their best to keep up. Definitely give the place a shot for good bar food and a laid back atmosphere. read more

I had berry as my server and he was just awesome! He made me and my girlfriend feel comfortable brought popcorn immediately I didn't even get a chance to write about the food bc the experience was so good and they were BUSY!!! . But I'm sure it will be just as good!! We love u from the wahlburgers fam!! read more

Knockback Nats - Sports Bars Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Couldn't order any food. Bartender seems to busy. Oh well their loss not mine. Don't expect good service here. Don't expect anything.

My favorite dive bar in my neighborhood! They have TVs, popcorn (all you can eat!), the best Long Islands, Sunday football specials, live music on some nights, GREAT food... some of the best smoked chicken wings you'll ever have, amazingly huge quesadillas, and the biggest pile of nachos you'll ever see! Whenever me and ma'lady are craving wings, this is our to go spot. It's always so fun and relaxing. Keep up the great work, guys! read more

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Best smoked wings ever! Hands-down! I just dipped in tonight for the first time in about 10 years and it was just as epic as ever. If you haven't been here, you're missing out! Everybody deep Fries, their wings, but these guys smoke them! Next level! read more

Coming in hot with a strong opinion... Knocback Nats has the best wings in the city. These wings are smoked to perfection and from time to time I find myself REALLY craving these wings. You can get them with sauce, but before you slather them in anything, the wings are SO good all on their own. Knockbacks is also a pretty cool bar on its own, though I haven't spent any length of time inside since pre-covid. It's got great dive-bar vibes though and if the rest of the menu is half as good as the wings, then I'd imagine it's pretty decent! Even if you're just looking for some great carry-out though, the wings here are what chicken dream wings are made of. There's a reason they have a reputation with these wings! read more

Fall off the bone wings! The wings were priced fair and some of the best wings I have ever had! They are smoked to perfection! Great service staffed with plenty of bartenders. Definitely a bar you should check out if you are in downtown cincy. The inside was cool and they offer free popcorn to all paying customers. Make sure to give this place a try if you are downtown in cincy. read more

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Free fresh popcorn automatic plus. And the smoked wings were good and very seasoned. Wasnt a fan of the pineapple bourbon sauce it was too thick for me. Id suggest getting the sauce on the side so you can taste the dry rub on the chicken. The sweet bbq sauce was good like a Carolina good taste. I also got the spicy garlic, it wasnt spicy it was more of a garlic and lemon mix very citrus-y. The drinks were decent also. read more

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Incredible smoked wings and tater tots!! Love the spicy garlic ranch. Plus who doesn't love free popcorn? read more

Knockback Nats - Smoked Chicken Wings - Sports Bars Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Great wings, a juke and a staff that is always on top of it! Great little watering hole in a down town area!

The smoked wings were delicious and tender! We ordered them dry with x-hot sauce on the side. Yummy!! Server was friendly and attentive. read more

Knockback Nats - Smoked Chicken Wings - Sports Bars Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

The chicken is amazing they won best smoked chicken in Cincinnati that's alot chicken spots they reasonably priced gave me pop corn while I waited for my food 10 read more

We arrived in Cincinnati on Opening Day, to celebrate our Reds and get married in one of our favorite places- Great American Ballpark! After we tied the knot we were looking for a celebratory drink. We unsuccessfully tried the other "fancy" place on the other corner(we know better now). They were just too busy . The lovely employees at Town Place Suites recommended we walked a few more feet down to Knockbacks!! Best decision! They were actually busy! 3 deep at the bar, all the tables full inside and out! We received quick and friendly service from Brook, within SECONDS! We loved the vibe so much we returned on Saturday and once again had friendly and quick service but this time from Eddie! We even met a few employees on their day off(this says a lot) and the door guy on his very first day. Not sure what playlist they use but the house music was everything I dream of for a chill night out. If we lived in Cincy this would be our place. Oh, and the wings were delish and I am pretty sure what prevented my hangover All the love to Knockbacks and their staff from Sneads Ferry, NC! read more

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Service was absolutely terrible. Several tables came in after we sat and were served without issue, the entire wait staff completely ignored not only our table, but another. We approached the bar to get some drinks and the pathetic service continued. Will absolutely never return to this place. I am shocked at the level of "don't give a damn" that we experienced from the entire staff. Insult to injury, the place was full of open seats. With all the great restaurants and bars to choose from, I will never return here. read more

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Service was great! Lots of tvs. Had wines, not box, besides full bar. The wings were amazing. I had just plain, and my son had the honey bbq. I agree... best wings around. Was busy, hopping', a good crowd. Will definite visit again! read more

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It's a locals place with a really cool and welcoming vibe. But those wings were on the top 3 best ever wings.... Ever

If I was to open a bar, this is the vibe I'd want. Good food, nice people, on the verge of being a dive. Not really trying to be anything it's not. I love the odds/ends memorabilia that makes up the bar itself. Pictures, ticket stubs, magazine covers, all laminated into the bar makes it fun. Everyone there was watching the game, wearing their Reds gear and disappointed with the loss. It seemed like a lot of regulars here, and I might make myself one of them. Smoked wings are very unique and very good! They've won the "Best Wings in Cincinnati" award for a reason!! Put some in your face! read more

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Cincinnati's most exclusive sports bar! Covid has caused demand to outstrip capacity, and I've only gotten in without waiting once out of the last four times I've been by. If you are fortunate enough to get in you can't beat it on gameday, whichever day of the week that is for you. Get a cheap tallboy and walk away with your own Knockback's XL koozie. WHAT else is there to say? Inexpensive drinks, many TVs, dark atmosphere. Just what you want from a sports bar. read more

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Best wings in Cincinnati hands down. Service is good, definitely worth trying! Only negative is i wish they served lunch.