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    Metropole

    4.0 (432 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 11:00 AM, 4:00 pm - 10:30 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    grilled octopus and grits
    Keri C.

    After a long day, I headed to Metropole's bar for a late-night bite (bar is open until 10:30pm on weekdays). The bartenders were friendly in that authentic way, where you can catch their ear for a minute, get great suggestions, and without being overbearing. The grilled octopus was everything I needed. Filling for a late-night last minute meal, a nice combination of protein and rich comfort, and absolutely perfectly cooked. Charred, crispy edges with a slightly bitter smoke complimented the tender meat inside. Paired with creamy grits? I was so happy. I stuck with a Phony Negroni on this night, which they presented with care in a rocks glass and a beautiful square ice cube. Perfect. Metropole has that effortlessly cool vibe that makes you want to linger a little longer.

    Under Baroque Skies cocktail
    Kim S.

    We hadn't heard much about Metropole so didn't know what to expect but we truly enjoyed our dinner. The restaurant was bright and modern. Our server did a stellar job, he was very helpful and friendly and did a nice job suggesting food and drink items. I had the Under Baroque Skies cocktail, which even though it came with a puff of cotton candy on top, was not over sweet. The cinnamon and pepper added some complexity to the sweetness of the fruit. My husband had Of The Gods cocktail, which he liked as well. As far as food, we started with the jam and cheese app, which was very unique, in a good way. For dinner, my husband got the Piri Piri Chicken and I had the Scallops which were both absolutely delicious! My scallops, unfortunately, were room temperature but they were so good, that I didn't send them back. A woman sitting next to us, got the same dish a little after us and sent hers back because they were cold as well. Something they might want to look into and fix for the future. Even with that misstep, I'd give my meal an A-. We had early reservations (5:30pm) so as expected at that time, the restaurant was pretty much empty. But it was still half empty when we left at 6:45pm which was surprising, especially considering there was a broadway show at the Aronoff across the street that night and it was restaurant week, which they were participating in. Hopefully they are usually busier than that or I don't see how they could remain open. We hope it does pick up for them because we'd love to go back when we're back in Cincinnati.

    Ravi S.

    Stopped by for brunch on a Sunday. Seated quickly and server was lovely. Food did take some time to get to the table. Food itself was solid. I got the French toast and if you are a sweets fan this one is definitely for you!

    Danielle J.

    If you are planning to go I would highly recommend making a reservation. They also have bar seating available as first come first serve. They were out of crab tots however we tried their tuna tartar which was great alternative. We also tried their beef shoulder, ravioli and summer salad. The bartenders and servers were amazing and provided great recommendations and cocktail recommendations. Their cocktails are changed seasonally and crafted by their bartenders, which I found very unique and tasty. They were also able to serve us timely before our broadway show and asked us if we had any time constraints when initially starting to serve us. I look forward to visiting during their next seasonal menu change. This place in my opinion is definitely one of the top restaurants in Cincinnati.

    Sweet potato pound cake
    Tasha H.

    Our dining experience at Metrople this past Sat was a delightful blend of comfort and creativity. We started with the roasted beet salad, a perfect balance of earthy beets, quark and apricot. We opted for the bread which was grilled and not one of my favs (note they do charge for replenishing). On to my short rib with mashed potatoes which was tender and rich, with a mild sauce that could've used a bit more punch. The hubs had the market fish (trout) served atop grilled grits, elevated by a silky carrot beurre blanc that added a subtle sweetness and elegance to the dish. We split the roasted cauliflower which was surprisingly a highlight of our meal. For dessert, we opted to share their vanilla ice cream which was smooth and creamy. The sweet potato pound cake, originally served cold (who eats cold cake?!) but once I sent back to request it be heated, stole the show with its moist texture and warm, spiced flavor. The attentive service and cozy yet refined atmosphere rounded out an enjoyable evening. Metropole is a must-visit for those who appreciate elevated comfort food with a creative edge. Make sure to check out the art at the attached 21C Museum Hotel before leaving.

    Hunter S.

    Let's get this out of the way first: kudos to Jeremy, who was AH-may-zing! Totally attentive, gave great recommendations, really understands the menu, provides those special touches. Moving on--previously I only had drinks here. Tonight I got to sit down for dinner. I was unfortunately only able to make it to the site at 9 PM, an hour before closing. I rarely ever enter a restaurant that late, but couldn't be helped this time. Neither Jeremy or management made me feel rushed. They still made me feel like a VIP. I had already had a horrible steak from another restaurant earlier in the day, so I avoided the steak (though I'm sure Metropole would have done it better). My server recommends the smoked chicken with piri piri, smoked yogurt, and pickled carrots, but I am not a fan of airline chicken (generally a thigh served on the bone--it's a me thing, not a them thing). He also recommended the scallops (sweet corn, uni ragout, nori brown butter, and potato chips), but I'm not big on scallops or shrimp. But the description is so appetizing, I might have to try it sometime. I landed on the pork loin "schnitzel," which was well breaded. Crispy on the outside, not over-cooked or burned. Moist pork inside. Outside bacon, this might be the first pork dish I've had in a decade or better. It was served with pickled peppers, herb salad, green apples, and fennel. Perfect blend of crispy, crunchy, savory, tart, spicy. I LOVED this dish. SO creative, fresh, a perfect combo of heavy and light. I also had the smashed Yukon gold potatoes made with rosemary and parmesan. These potatoes were so scrumptious and absolutely effing delicious. Crispy skin on the outside and melt-in-your-mouth softness on the inside. LOVED them. I had two bourbon based drinks that were smoky and palatable. I finished with "Friend of the Devil," a light, perky purple drink made with mezcal, tequila, spicy blueberry syrup, lime, and salt. Great end to the night. They have other sexy dishes and sides such as grilled cabbage with black garlic and beer, grilled asparagus with hollandaise, roasted monkfish, a smash burger, oysters, salads, and other starters. Can't wait to go back over and over during my hotel stay!

    Peri peri chicken and roasted carrots
    Dan S.

    Stopped in for an early dinner. There was a play across the street and it is restaurant week. Very surprised how many empty tables. Fun place with giant penguins scattered about. The service was very good Dave our waiter was helpful making suggestions. The cocktails were interesting and tasty and both enjoyed our mains. My only real issue was that when we had finished our meals and the table was cleared we waited a long time to get our bill.

    Breakfast wrap
    Jess D.

    We went here for breakfast twice while staying at 21c. The service and quality was inconsistent. The first day service and food was very good. The avocado toast was loaded up and full of flavor. Second day the service was far more spotty and the food not at impressive. The brioche was burnt and there was minimal avocado and onions on it.

    Peggy S.

    Food is good but the service was absent-minded. Despite being nearly empty on a Saturday morning, it took a while for someone to seat me. I had to go to the bar to ask if I should seat myself. She went looking for the host but couldn't find her. Sometime later she had to call her on a walkie. My waitress was also a bit absent-minded. She came by to get my drink order so I ordered an espresso. I told her I need more time for food. A while later, she came back and picked up my menu, not saying anything to me, so I just waited to see what was going on. Then she said, oh, I never came back to take your order! Did you want to order some food? Yes, yes I did ‍ I also didn't realize until my dish came out that she never asked me how I want my eggs. She did ask the table next to me how they want their eggs. Another weird staff thing was that another costumer had to come and ask me for the salt and pepper grinders on my table. No problem sharing. I looked around and saw a bunch by the waiter counter so I guess her waitress didn't bring any for her? I ordered the Goetta and Shishito Hash with Avocado on the side. The portion is very large. Easily 2 breakfasts for me. I was worried about the cook on the potatoes because they look really light but they are nice and crispy. They might be fried? The dish is greasy so a great option of you went out the night before The eggs came out over hard. Would not have been my choice but oh well. Next time: I'll try coming at night. Maybe the service is better. Plus I really want to try these fried deviled eggs!

    Crab cake Benedict
    Nhi T.

    There are plenty of great brunch spots in downtown Cincinnati and this is definitely not one of them. I was very disappointed by their brunch service. They are centrally located downtown at the 21C hotel but they were not busy for brunch on a nice Sunday morning. The tables were a bit sticky and our booth seating could use some upholstery, but overall the decor was nice. We ordered the brioche French toast and crab cake Benedict. The yolk of our poached egg on our Benedict was raw and when we brought our concerns to our waiter- she belittled us and asked us if we've ever had a poached egg before. When cutting into the poached egg, the yolk was light/ translucent yellow, slimy and all fell to one side instead of the classic runny egg yolk. The crab cake was crispy but the hollandaise sauce lacked any flavor. The French toast was soggy. At the end of our meal, the waitress did offer to notify the kitchen regarding our concerns.

    Black Hawk Smash Burger - Worcestershire pickled red onion, pepper jack, gem lettuce, smoked mirepoix aioli w/ fries

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    Ask the Community - Metropole

    Can you wear nice jeans and sandals to this restaurant?

    Hi Lisa, Absolutely! We encourage our guests to come as you are comfortable. We are all fans of jeans and sandals are the most fun footwear this time of the year! Hope to… Read more

    Do they have a Happy Hour?

    Not that I'm aware... I had a drink around 5 in the bar but there were no specials. (April 2018).

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    The Härth Room - Pork Belly Lays

    The Härth Room

    4.6(85 reviews)
    0.3 miDowntown
    $$

    Chill spot for a fancy cocktail…read more The atmosphere here is classy, but relaxed. Great for drinks, coffee, and live music. The relaxed vibe seems to extend into the service team as well. The only things that are high strung here are the instruments.

    I have wanted to go to The Härth Room for quite some time so was excited when we happened to be a…read morefew doors down at an event this afternoon and finally had the chance to stop in! It was cold outside so it was the perfect time to visit, since they have multiple fireplaces and it's nice and cozy inside. It was early afternoon and not busy, so the only employee we saw was the bar, but she kept everyone's drinks full and was very friendly. She told us to have a seat wherever we wanted but to come to the bar to order our drinks. We both got cocktails, an Old Fashioned and a Kentucky Mule and both were quite good. They don't have much food, just some pre-packaged chips and such but some of the chips were from China with pretty odd flavors, so that was kind of fun to give a try. The photos I have seen online don't do this place justice. It's cute and comfy and super clean. Even the women's bathroom had cute decor! As we were leaving, a band was setting up to play later that evening. I was pleasantly surprised to see they often have live music and on Fridays and Saturdays, they have a band from 5-7 and another from 8-10.

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    The Härth Room - Great room with live jazz

    Great room with live jazz

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    Therapy session with a friend.

    The Härth Room - Picture from our table notice the golden penguins.

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    Picture from our table notice the golden penguins.

    The Righteous Room - Outside of building

    The Righteous Room

    3.9(169 reviews)
    0.0 miDowntown
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    I hadn't been to Righteous Room in probably years after it being a regular happy hour spot when I…read moreworked downtown. Now my BFF is working a block away, so we hit it up to start off my birthday weekend and I'm definitely going to have to make it a regular stop. Happy hour deals are the most clutch here. Half off all the drinks (or at least almost all - they say there are "rare" exceptions, but I haven't encountered any. Even the specialty cocktails were half off! AND it goes until 7pm. (If your happy hour ends before 6, it's not happy.) The main bar is moody and honestly makes it kind of feel like you're transported. I believe they open the front windows during nice weather but in the winter, you're snug and cozy and the hustle and bustle of Walnut St is miles away. There is counter seating and then the other side is a long line of a booth seat with bistro tables and extra stools. The courtyard in the back is its own vibe and another transport. You're outside! No, you're inside! Kind of like Arnold's patio. There's a bar back there too. No snacks here (all the bars should have some snacks, dammit!) but it's more of a stop on the way to the rest of your night. Check out Righteous Room - it's an institution to still be open after more than a decade.

    HOMOPHOBIC bar... the general manager, Clint aggressively pinned my friend up against the wall and…read morecalled him a faggot entirely unprovoked. After sharing this experience with people, both general managers, Tori and Clint refused to serve me and my friends drinks. I will absolutely not ever recommend this bar to anyone. Serious action should've been taken from this assault, but nothing was ever done about it. Stay far away from here!!!

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    Overlook Lodge: A Rustic Watering Hole

    Overlook Lodge: A Rustic Watering Hole

    4.5(161 reviews)
    7.1 miPleasant Ridge
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    I came out in December for their Miracle pop-up in 2025…read more As someone who has gone to a ton of holiday cocktail bars and pop-ups over the last 10 years, Overlook Lodge's is probably the best I've ever been to. Be aware it will be FAST. Look at the order ahead of time if you're a picky eater/drinker. They run your appointment like clockwork, and you'll be in-and-out, gulping down cocktails, through the entire experience. Your two drinks are included (this year, anyway), and I'd honestly be surprised if you managed to have time for a third. Time zips by fast. That being said, because they do it this way, you essentially have constant service, there's "events" that happen at the end of your reservation time, (I don't want to spoil it, but cover your drink!), and then they kick you out. Service was friendly, though, and I saw the server make time to take group photos for all of the tables (including ours) with someone at the table's camera. (No bullshit "group photo" upsells here) It's kinda loud, though, and I wouldn't recommend this as a chill meet-up-and-socialize spot. (If you wanna talk, they have an addendum, Christmas-themed laid-back bar next door.) It's more of a "get blasted in the face by Christmas for an hour and then leave" experience. It's pretty loud, and talking can be a bit difficult over the music and constant interruptions (more drinks? Photos? Cute Christmas video montage?) But this works in its favor as it feels the most Christmas, over-the-top, and seasonal out of all the holiday bars I've ever been to. It also keeps it from feeling too crowded as reservations are required, so you for-sure have a seat and you don't have to stand forever in line to wait for drinks. I'd probably guesstimate that bar staff is making all of their seasonal drinks, constantly, and servers just pick one up to deliver. With the capacity in here, it would make sense. No idea what the bar is like the rest of the year; this is just a review for the Miracle pop-up which, again, is probably the best I've been to in the Midwest. Cincinnati, you're spoiled down here. (Sidenote, I was absolutely taken aback by their TV presentation on the wall. It's hard to describe, but it isn't just a projector showing a giant rectangle. It's specifically slotted into the holes in-between holiday decorations. Staff told me that had to hire special technicians to get it to show up that way and that's seriously a level of detail I am so amazed by.)

    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

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    Overlook Lodge: A Rustic Watering Hole
    Overlook Lodge: A Rustic Watering Hole - So festive

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    So festive

    Metropole - newamerican - Updated May 2026

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