Main Event Bar and Indian Restaurant

What selections they have! And a great location to enjoy some ice cream. Good people tooread more

This was our first time here, and we followed the directions to get in line toward the back. The…read moreline was long, but we weren't deterred. It took an exceptionally long time to get to the front of the line, but once we got there we realized there were only two people working and they were doing the best they could! We realized that with all of the mix-ins they offer, this adds a step and makes the ice cream process more complicated than it needs to be. So, while we enjoyed the options, could definitely be scaled back to make things more efficient. I got pistachio with cookies and cream and whipped cream, friend got guava with cheesecake bites and husband got a salted turtle. Perfect frozen treats for a hot summer day!

Kinder cup

Ala Carte Cones: Candy Apple and Cinnamon Blend with Cinnamon Streusel in a small cake cone.

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Blue Raspberry Waffle Cone with Rainbow Sprinkles

Hello Honey

4.6(325 reviews)

0.3 mi•Downtown

Sarena was a joy! She helped us pick out flavors, and answered all our questions, I appreciate her…read moretime and we will be back!

Great place to stop by. Very close to conference area…read more Ice cream was filling. The espresso cookie did not have an overwhelming coffee taste. Staff were friendly and accommodating. Area was clean and cafe-looking.

Counter

Decor

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Vegan Cookies with the best waffle cone I've ever tasted in my life.

Otto's

4.5(651 reviews)

1.5 mi

We definitely continue to love this place. They really do have some great food. Super fresh and…read morecreative and always well made! Great service, always with a smile. Definitely helpful to have a reservation as they are busy every single time we have been there. Ambience is very at home and comfortable. Definitely one of our places to go to for brunch especially when friends and family are in town!

Otto's is a charming spot with a welcoming atmosphere and a lovely patio that's perfect for…read moreenjoying breakfast. The staff was friendly and attentive, and while you'll need to find street parking, it wasn't a hassle. The menu has a wide variety of options, and honestly, everything sounded delicious--it was hard to choose. My breakfast was well-balanced and thoughtfully prepared. While the flavors weren't especially bold, the dish was fresh, satisfying, and came together nicely. Overall, Otto's is a great place for a relaxed breakfast with excellent service and plenty of tempting menu choices.

Grilled cheese w/ braised beef and mushroom soup. So good!!

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Meatball sandwich... yes please!

Eishaus

4.2(42 reviews)

1.2 mi•City West

Stopped by for some dessert. Outstanding and attentive service…read more The flourless cake was Ok.

Not here anymore. Walked all the way from the other side of the bridge to find it not located…read morethere at all. Four very disappointed kids.

Spaghetti Frikadelle

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F & Goode Desserts

4.8(80 reviews)

1.6 mi•City West

The food was excellent as were the vibes. The staff member was super nice and helped us with our…read moreYelp event. I'll definitely come again!

The shop is soooo cute! The gluten free honey spice cake is VERY good. I shared the chocolate…read moremousse tart with my coworker and she loved it. I tasted some of The mini apple pie in the car but I'm going to heat it up at home! So far, so good!

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Cute decor inside

Paris Baguette

4.3(175 reviews)

0.4 mi•Downtown

You can easily spend a lot of money in here as you walk through and see all the delicious French…read morepastries. It is so tempting to grab more than you need especially the delicious "pain au chocolat." It's self serve so be careful!

Sister Day: Tea & Desserts! We loved coming into this…read morequaint little cafe where they offered cold and hot drinks. Everyday fresh French Bakery, and beautifully designed slices of cake. Our service was wonderful and would recommend it to our friends & family. Can't wait to come back!

The chef working magic

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Iced caramel latte

Chako Bakery Cafe

4.8(99 reviews)

1.6 mi

This place is truly a hidden gem in Covington! It's located on a strip surrounded by a bunch of…read moreother great restaurants and bars, so you'll never run out of new places to try. The bakery is owned by Chako, and she does such an amazing job with every pastry and dish. I've been getting her cakes for my birthday every year growing up, especially the matcha and strawberry cakes, and they've always been a favorite of mine. Later on, I started bringing new friends here for brunch because they have a hidden café room in the back. It's filled with lots of local artwork that's actually for sale, and the art changes every time I visit, which makes each visit feel a little different. The owner is always so positive, and I really love the energy of the staff. The food is always fresh since everything is made to order. If you're looking for homey, comforting food that isn't too pricey, this is definitely the spot. Nothing overly complicated or extravagant--just authentic, comforting food done well.

I ordered a cake from Chako and it was delicious. I ordered a matcha sponge with matcha cream. It…read morewas the perfect amount of sweetness. I also bought some pastries while picking up the cake. They were delicious as well. They were the typical pastries you'd get at an Asian bakery. The chicken Kara-age was also good. If I'm in the Cincinnati area and there's a special occasion, I would definitely come back! Chako was really friendly.

Inside

Matcha with red bean in the middle (left) and black sesame (right)

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Gyros On Main

4.5(124 reviews)

1.5 mi

No lie the best Gyro ever !! Actually I had never had one before I came here and it did not…read moredisappoint. I will definitely try this again.

First time here and it was very good!! The fries came out first and they were hot and crispy. Our…read moregyros were sooo tasty!! It didn't take long to cook and the pita bread didn't break which i was surprised. Will definitely go back. Support small business!!

Gyros 2am

Runny eggplant, "hummus", fatoush, Gyro

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Chocolate Euphoria Crepe Cafe

3.5(15 reviews)

0.2 mi•Downtown

Went here with hubby after dinner at Butcher & Barrel. The crepe was good, I had the Biscoff one…read more They didn't have water, the vibe was weird, and we didn't feel the most comfortable eating in. Great probably for delivery or carry out. A little pricey as well.

The inside of the restaurant was cute, its nice and new inside. I tried an oreo crepe and a dubai…read morechocolate bar. Both were delicious! The crepe came out hot and fresh as well. It was very heavy on the nutella which is not a bad thing for me, but some would find it overkill. The only reason I couldnt give 5 stars is for how expensive the prices are. Its a nice treat, but with the portions sizes and prices, I could only see myself coming here on a special occasion.

Seating Area in the Loft at Chocolate Euphoria Crepe Cafe

Oreo Crepe

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Pendleton Parlor: Ice Cream & Cookie Dough

4.3(182 reviews)

0.4 mi•Over-the-Rhine

Cookie dough was amazing! Had the smores with the caramel crunch ice cream. Very sweet, good size,…read moreabout $6/person. Service was quick and welcoming.

Cute local ice cream shop in an awesome location on Broadway! It's always popping and for good…read morereason- ice cream is great and the vibes are the same.

S'mores cookie dough and vanilla ice cream side-by-side

Pendleton Parlor: Ice Cream & Cookie Dough

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Sam D.

11 years ago

OMGOMGOMG WHAT AN AWFUL EXPERIENCE!!!!! Allow me to begin by saying that I have worked directly with the mainstream public AND specifically in bars AND restaurants for MANY years! Okay so tonight 10/31/2015 (Halloween) I ventured in to a sort of trashy stripper/drag queen bar called "Main Event" with a friend. So I was patiently waiting at the bar for a drink. After 2-5 minutes I started feeling ignored. Admittedly, they were busy but not THAT busy. Anyway, I start to notice that 1, 2, 3, 4, then FIVE customers approach the bar AFTER me and are served BEFORE my presence is even ACKNOWLEDGED. Now I realize that this is one of those "universal" experiences that happens to most everyone at some point in their life (UNLESS OF COURSE THEY ARE A 9 OR 10 ON A SCALE OF 1-10 IN THE LOOKS DEPARTMENT). So like, I start complaining to the female bartender over the loud music AFTER the FIFTH person is served and BEFORE I am even acknowledged. Then she (a super CUNTY female bartender) starts cussing me out that she "doesn't give a fuck" and "you can fucking leave if you don't like it" and the like. THEN, after the male bartender (curly dark hair/blue eyes) finally notices the injustice and acknowledges me (after having served 2 or 3 others before me--WHO APPROACHED THE BAR AFTER ME), he admonishes me that I need to "settle down". The ONLY reason I didn't walk out at that moment is because my BFF was watching the drag show, having a good time and was waiting for his Diet Coke that I was purchasing for him. I was literally in FUCKING DISBELIEF. I am a good looking, clean cut 35 year old dude (in a sea of 22 year olds) who is very SMILEY, polite and friendly. However, I don't take shit from rude assholes at cheesy bars. Can you readers give me some constructive feedback on this??? Can anyone explain why this fucked up behavior persists in gay bars and why gays tend to eat their own in situations like this? Is it purely ageism? read more

Jake L.

118

3 years ago

// Just go to Bloom instead // DRINKS -- inconsistent -- sometimes decent taste SERVICE -- biased: will serve their favorites and neglect the rest LOCATION -- did not feel safe and if there is a security team then they need fired. The shit that goes down there is unacceptable. Not only is the inside bad, but that area in general isn't the safest, especially at night. AMBIANCE -- UNSAFE : people are ALWAYS bringing weapons in and fights constantly go down. Drug deals are also known to occur here. --dark, drab, and desperate --dirty: this has to be one of the most unclean places I've been read more

Alexander L.

7 years ago

This bar has the worst reputation in town. People don't feel safe there because the bartenders are awful acting like they don't even want you there and they don't care two licks about you. It is a dirty, nasty place and I'm not just talking about the cleanliness. Your money will be better spent somewhere else. Close this place already. It is a blight on the scene. If you are mentally disturbed or a criminal you'll fit right in here. read more

Brian B.

3 years ago

Absolutely a SHITHOLE!!!!!!!!! FUCK OLD MAN JUNIOR OR JR OR WHATEVER HIS NAME IS. Want a free drink? Go to bathroom with him and give him a handy! Otherwise he sits at the bar jerking off a roll of paper towels until some dirtbag takes the hint. Fuxk this place and the dirty vid's that come with it! read more

Dion B.

499

10 years ago

Racist horrible abusive location. I will do everything in my power to ensure its shut down believe me that!!! I was attacked by the white bartender for no reason whatsoever!!!!! Ridiculous and the police did absolutely nothing about it! NOTHING!!!!!!!!!! read more

Lexs M.

10 years ago

Do not go here! This establishment does not respect people and the employees there particularly the bartender treats you any kind of way! Not worth your money, time or energy!! read more

Catherine M.

Elite 21

111

145

10 years ago

The bartender at this venue physically assaulted my friend who was neither drunk or disorderly. DO NOT patronize this venue - unless you seek poor, inequitable service. read more

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