We had an amazing meal this morning at the echo. The ambience is perfect for an urban diner. Plenty of seating and a very cool shaped bar in the middle. We had never been to the Echo before even though we come to Cincinnati often. They make their own pies and have a wide assessment of breakfast and lunch items so we were drawn to this little gem. I ordered the hot mess. And it did not disappoint in the least. Let me be clear, if you love breakfast then the hot mess is not to be missed. My better half ordered the blueberry pancake which was perfect. Lightly crispy and tons of blueberries. She also got a side order of bacon that was crispy without being too far gone. The white bread toast was crispy buttery and delicious, most definitely home made. Yum! Our waitress Emmy was so patient with all of my silly questions. She was one of the best servers I have ever had. We will come again and highly recommend eating here. I hope the echo pays Emmy more because she is outstanding. read more

The Echo - Blueberry pancake with a side of bacon. The hot mess and some amazing coffee! - Diners Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

This place was busy!! The service was quick, our waitress was very attentive and we had a very nice time. They have a large diner like bar in the front room and comfy seating in the side room. The food was wonderful. The goetta was crispy, the baked apples were sweet, and the biscuit gravy was great! read more

The Echo - Menu - Diners Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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9/11/25 After a hospital visit, my husband and I stopped at Echo for breakfast. I ordered the eggs Benedict with hollandaise sauce and the country boy style. Both tasted good and were prepared well. My husband had Steph's Sampler and added bananas and chocolate chips as toppings, though we later found out that came with an extra charge. The pancakes themselves were okay, but a little underwhelming. The staff were very friendly and polite, and I appreciated how quickly we were served, and able to get out. The place is very mom and pop feel. Overall, it was a decent breakfast and convenient stop, but nothing that stood out enough for me to want to make a return visit. read more

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My husband and I enjoyed brunch around noon. We only waited about 10 minutes for a seat. We ordered the Steph's Sampler. We were a little disappointed in the pancakes. They were a little over done and did not have much flavor. A touch of vanilla or sugar in the batter would make it taste better. The side items were excellent! The atmosphere is a typical diner. Wasn't too loud and were able to have a nice conversation. read more

The Echo - Steph's Sampler - Diners Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Breakfast after Church and although it looked packed our group of 6 got in pretty quick. Large portions and we all left completely full! For the same price we would have gotten much less at many other places. Server was busy but balanced her checks on us well. I had Steph's Sampler and barely finished my pancakes... 2 big fluffy flapjacks along with eggs, 2 meats, and potatoes. read more

This was so good!!!! The food was very classic diner style in the best way. The customers are an older crowd, but definitely returning visitors because the staff knows a lot of their names. The ambiance was very cute and I will definitely come back here :) read more

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Great food! The portion sizes were nice and the service was quick and friendly. The small shop vibe was nice too. Everything on the table was great tasting. I will definitely swing back to The Echo read more

The Echo - Cinnamon Apple French toast - Diners Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Excellent service, great location and delish food! The feel was friendly and it appeared to have many regular customers. The server was helpful in narrowing down my options. The service was fast and the food was so good. Loved the photos and history displayed on walls - so fun! We will be going back soon! read more

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What a fun nostalgic stop with banger grub! Came in just after opening on a Sunday. Attentive service and a wide varied menu. Goetta of course, we are in the city of Germans! The table ordered the business man special with a side of (incredibly tasty)gravy. Where is the white bread from? It was delicious and perfectly buttered! (I'm not sure I've EVER felt that way before! It was sheer butter ratio perfection!) good selection of jellies, outstanding coffee, and the really good crunch ice!! Fast service, fun atmosphere, clean! Oddly, they don't put creamer out so you have to ask each time you need creamer after a refill. Our table also had a 7:30 am tuna melt with chips and a coke! Next level!! Cheesy, salty, crunchy! Best tuna melt you ever had! Guaranteed!! Again, ugh That heavenly bread! read more

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The echo is a staple among the local Cincinnati folk, but does it live up to the hype? Ample street parking. Although busy, there was minimal wait on a Sunday brunch, quick service at the counter. Food was reasonably priced most dishes topped out at $14. Had their most popular "hot mess" which was just an amalgamation of different breakfast items thrown into a plate. Food took 20 minutes to come out. This dish was truly a hot mess but as a whole surprisedly went well together. The eggs were cooked perfectly as scrambled medium but unseasoned, the gravy was pretty bland and thick, the bacon was chopped and plentiful and semi crispy, sausage bits added a earthy texture to the dish. The potatoes were cooked appropriately but unseasoned. Overall, it was okay but I would try something else next time. Old fashioned diner vibe and was relatively clean. Personally there are better brunch places in Cincinnati, but if you're craving simple ingredients and reasonable prices I can see why you would come to The Echo. read more

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I love this place! Old school with great food! Staff is always personable and there's always a crowd! read more

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Very nice service and delicious food and decent size portions. I highly recommend and look forward to returning.

Stopped in for lunch and it was exactly what we were looking for. Small local diner full of regulars and quick food. The dining area was clean and our server was friendly. The food was average but it's what we expected. The potatoes could have been better than typical frozen ones. The omelette was large and filling but I was disappointed that the sausage was more like ground beef rather than breakfast sausage. Overall, good option for breakfast on this side of town. read more

The Echo - Omelette and potatoes - Diners Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Steph's sampler and Bonnie's bounty are great. The echo has the best pancakes I've ever had. I love that there is a line to get into this place every weekend. Me and the homies try to go when we are all around. read more

A fun, old-timey neighborhood spot for breakfast and lunch. No frills, but everything you'd want--from the menu offerings to the friendly service. read more

Great place to have breakfast with friends & family. Seated immediately with Five star service and food.

I love The Echo and have to get my breakfast fix there every couple of weeks. Laid back "seat yourself" environment with consistently great food. Service is always friendly and attentive. The rosemary toast upgrade is completely worth the trip! read more

The Echo in Hyde Park Square is everything you need for brunch or a traditional diner ambiance. The Echo is the same as it has been, and you can expect the food to be consistently amazing! Cost effective and large portions! There are no reservations, it is first come; first serve. Sundays are very busy, and the tables turn quickly. The earlier you arrive, the less likely you'll have a wait. Arriving, download the Park Cincy app for on street meter parking prior to arrival. Parking lot - off Edward's, small entrance for parking lot, multiple non pay spots on street around the square Enter The Echo through two doors into a vintage diner complete with a horseshoe bar option Self seating until busy Full menu and cocktails available including mimosa buckets Must haves - lumberjack special, pancakes, egg white and spinach omelet Crave worthy - biscuits and gravy We did not order anything that we would recommend against! We ordered a total of 6 meals, 10 beverages, and were in and out in under 60 minutes Tea - options quite limited with paper bag tea. Of importance, Earl Grey and English Breakfast available Coffee - diner drip coffee was amazing, mixed coffee drinks were great! Cocktails - Bloody Mary was delicious, we sampled others *finding drink options was hard on the menu. They're in the middle of the menu! Service - incredible, fast, effective, and they all worked together so no food sat and waited for "your server" Restrooms - small. One stall with door, floors were somewhat slippery getting to them. I nearly fell so be aware Volume - talkative folks, no music, great in the early morning, quite loud as the morning wears on No dress code, but it's at The Square, so wear something that you won't mind running into most folks you know! read more

I decided on this place due to its closeness and decent reviews. Upon entering me + guest were not greeted. They have a "sit yourself" policy. The 2 booths to the left were full of dishes and needed cleaning. About 2 minutes a server came from back to cash out her customer and stated we can sit next door, more booths ready 2 go. Ok we did. We sat at a large booth, big enough for 8 folks versus 2 but ok. A nice guy named Tyler arrived and greeted us and said he'll get our beverages then food order. His name should be thunderbolt. As soon as u requested something he acknowledged u and got item in less than 30 seconds. I ordered the create your own omelette(broccoli, turkey sausage, mozzarella cheese w/rye bread & home fries which was rather tasty & coffee. My guest had an omelette w/tomatoes, home fries & wheat toast which he liked as well. Tyler was the gem here. Would have given 5 stars but during busy time they didn't have someone to clean those tables costed them a star. read more

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classic diner breakfast that truly can't be beat in cincinnati. i have never come here and left without being happy i went. staff is so friendly & it really feels like a space built by the community for the community. read more

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I got the turkey melt and it was served on Texas toast and had melted cheese on both pieces of bread but only a very small amount of turkey. Like one slice of lunch meat. Their Mac and cheese is very good. They where very busy for lunch and they often use multiple servers to help work the tables which leads to some confusion. I think they are a little high on the prices, but it's Hyde Park. read more

Wonderful service, usually a line to get a spot but moves quick! This is a spot that's been around forever and will stay forever. Amazing meals! read more

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My sister-in-law and I went to the Echo today. It was my first time being there and I must say I am going back my sister-in-law ordered a omelette with cheese and bacon and coffee. I ordered a hot mess and hot cakes. My eyes were bigger than my stomach. They gave you plenty to eat and I had to bring some of my breakfast home. We had good service and the place was very clean. I don't know what took me so long to go there I can say the only down fall going there is that it is always crowded around breakfast time lunchtime. So if you want to get experience, you need to give him a try. read more

Always a must when I am in Cincinnati! The classic diner feel right as you walk in! We were seated right away and got a cute little booth in the back. The food was amazing as always!! read more

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Great food, speedy and friendly service despite it being a busy Saturday morning! I always try to get goetta whenever I visit Cincinnati and this hit the spot. read more

The Echo - Glier's German Greats with a cinnamon roll - Diners Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

There is always a long line/wait but it moves pretty fast. The food was great. The service was fast, efficient and friendly. The restaurant is small clean and comfortable. read more

My husband and I finally made it to The Echo for breakfast and were happy to stop in. This is a diner with booths, and a very big counter that is in the center of the restaurant. We grabbed a booth and took in the diner vibe. My husband ordered the Hot Mess while I settled on The Lumberjack. We were both eyeing the variations of Eggs Benedict on the menu too, but decided to try something only The Echo offers. The Hot Mess was loaded with home fried potatoes, scrambled eggs, bacon, and sausage then topped with gravy and cheese. My husband ordered an English Muffin for his toast, and an extra side of bacon which was perfectly cooked to a golden crisp. The Lumberjack was scrambled eggs with a generous mixture of goetta, banana peppers, and pepper jack cheese. The side of potato cakes resemble mini hashbrown squares. The side of gravy and biscuit rounded out The Lumberjack which was more than filling. The food was hot and tasty, I just found the gravy too thick, and not full of flavor like a country gravy or pepper gravy would be. The biscuit was buttery and pillowy which is a tasty bit of comfort that regular toast can't beat. The coffee was full of flavor, and the server made sure to keep it topped off when needed. Great experience and definitely now on our list for the next time we want to try something at The Echo. read more

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The food was amazing here. I was in the area visiting my family and was eager to sit somewhere and eat breakfast in the morning. They had amazing service and the staff were nice to both me and my family. This was class read more

If you are an ever in Cincinnati YOU NEED to come try the echo. Because I can guarantee you will not get much of a better breakfast than here. We came here both of the mornings we were in Cincinnati, and we are glad we did. We got the baguette French toast with eggs and home fries, and we were pleasantly surprised. The baguette French toast had the perfect amount of sweetness while not being overpowering, and eating a strawberry slice with a bite is heavenly. We love our scrambled eggs runny, and that is exactly how they make them. They are some of the best eggs I have ever had, and the home fries has the perfect amount of seasonings. And as far as service and atmosphere goes, it's just your standard diner. Well done, we were impressed! read more

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I can't recommend this place as a vegan/vegetarian. This place needs to get into this millennium and offer some vegetarian or vegan options. It's 2024. At least offer some sort of non dairy milk for coffee! Sheesh. Service was fine. Others seemed to enjoy their food. read more

What a cute little diner! My daughter and I had lunch here recently and thought it was pretty good. We both ordered a meal that was much too large and neither could finish even half of our food. Since we were out for the day we couldn't take the leftovers and ended up wasting most of it. But we know for next time! My daughter ordered the Belgian Bird Sandwich and I ordered the Hot Mess. Both of us thought the food was good. The service was good too. Everyone was friendly. We'd stop back in. read more

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Absolutely perfect breakfast spot. I love a greasy spoon and just a straight forward breakfast. The fancy brunch options at some places are neat at times but most often I just want my breakfast to be straightforward. We will 100% come back if we're in the area again. read more

What can I say about the Echo that hasn't been said before? Excellent service, excellent food, good value for the money. Owner Stephanie and manager Sean are quick to check-in and never hesitate to jump in and help when necessary. The only downside would be the challenge of parking at Hyde Park Square and the fact that this quasi hidden gem gets really busy at weekend brunch time. The seasonal Crabby Benedict is an excellent choice if you're looking for something a little elevated for breakfast. The Hot Mess, while looking a mess, is anything but. Looking for a quick lunch or breakfast The Echo is never a bad choice. read more

Small, busy, diner-feel cafe full of locals and friendly service. Has great counter service and diner-style breakfast. I enjoyed a build-your-own omelette with fresh fruit and a side of good local conversation. I recommend this understated local diner for breakfast. read more

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We went to The Echo on Saturday morning and had a very nice time. There is typically a line waiting to get a seat, as they do not take reservations. It is first come first serve. When a table is open, someone from the staff will escort you to it. They do not keep a list of names. The regular Bloody Mary is outstanding. It's delightfully peppery. I got the Hot Mess breakfast and it ruled. Everything good about breakfast food on one plate. Definitely add hot sauce. Crab cake eggs Benedict were also good. The vibe is great for a greasy spoon. Lots of staff have worked there for a very long time. They are attentive but don't over bother you. Prices are very reasonable. The food took awhile to get to our table, but it was a busy weekend morning. Glad they were busy. Parking can be annoying, good luck finding a street spot. read more

Great service, constant refills on drinks and coffee, food great, speedy. Cozy joint, you may have to wait a minute at the highpoint of breakfast or brunch or maybe sit at the bar. Baked apples 100% read more

The Echo - Aztec omelet, baked apples - Diners Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I decided to join a couple work colleagues to breakfast when invited. Usually their idea of decent food is some slop house. A dietitian could literally write a medical journal on their portion control. However when they mentioned the Echo I decided to give it a go. Nothing fancy here, just your ordinary breakfast diner. The waitress greeted us with a smile and promptly took our order. I was craving an omelette to satisfy my ketosis. I felt the Aztec omelette was put on the menu just for me. It came perfectly cooked and was absolutely delicious! I was very satisfied and glad I decided to join my so very sophisticated work partners. They completely redeemed themselves! I have to say in closing. I can see why the Echo holds high reviews. The food is good, service is friendly and fast and its a true neighborhood diner. read more

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Our food was delicious and well prepared! They even had great gravy (southerner approved)! Service was fast and friendly. Cute diner with fun atmosphere. Bright and clean. We recommend read more

Love a good diner! The food and vibe was exactly what I expected--casual, no frills, friendly service and really good diner breakfast. I've been told the wait can be long sometimes, but my husband and I were sat right away at the counter. I think we can right before the breakfast rush on a Sunday. I was very pleased with the selection of breakfast items, and look forward to making my way through the menu over time. I got an omelet and was very happy! While simple, the home fries and toast actually stood out. I will definitely be back! read more

After hearing raving reviews of this diner, I figured I'd give it a go. It has all of the classic breakfast staples on the menu. To get a little taste of everything, I got the Steph's Sampler: 2 pancakes, 2 eggs, sausage, bacon, and a side. I got the potato cakes for the side. Pro: the portions wre huge. Come hungry or be prepared to take home leftovers. The pancakes especially were very big and filling. Con: the taste was nothing to rave about. Everything was pretty bland. Potato cakes and eggs were cold, bacon was thin. The pancakes definitely needed some more salt or sugar in the recipe. The syrup lacked any ability to help add flavor too. read more

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