Such a cute bakery right next to Findlay market! I finally stopped in early enough to see the whole…read morespread and was not disappointed. The quiches were great and I got a whole box of sweets to go. Last cherry on top to find that everything was gluten free. Must try as I wouldn't have guessed!

The BEST gluten free bakery I have ever had the pleasure of visiting - hands down! The presentation…read moreof their pastries is GORGEOUS and they taste even better! My mouth is watering thinking about the donuts and chocolate chip cookie I bought on my last visit. Incredible! The space is super warm and the staff are so kind and helpful. This will be a permanent stop every single time I'm in Cincinnati. Oh, and get there early, because they definitely sell out!

I loved my experience at Maplewood! The staff was very friendly and the food was great. The…read moreambiance is super cool too and I love the design of the restaurant. The food was very fresh and I'd definitely order from here again. Check this out for brunch if you're in Cincinnati! I'll for sure be returning soon.

We discovered this place nearby our hotel and were looking for a good brunch spot. The reviews and…read moremenu looked good so we gave Maplewood Kitchen a try. The space is open, bright and well decorated making it very inviting for brunch. You order at the counter from the menus placed along the wall then food is delivered to your table. The various brunch items all sounded very inviting so I was having trouble deciding what to order. So I got a recommendation to try the Shakshuka. Not sure how to pronounce it but when it arrived it was just the right portion and quite tasty for brunch. It's a bowl with a red pepper sauce and feta cheese and kale along with eggs sunny side up. The dish is served with pita so you can do a little bit of dipping in the tasty sauce. To accompany our food we selected the mimosa service and bloody mary pitcher. A pitcher is just perfect for sharing. And the mimosa service was delightful. The server arrived with a bottle of Prosecco and small carafes of orange, grapefruit and blood orange juices to mix yourself. The food was fresh and tasty with prompt delivery of our food to our table. Not quite a full service restaurant since you have to order at the counter but still a nice experience located downtown.

I recently attended an event here, and I have to say this is a "would return to" kind of place…read more If you like authentic Italian cuisine with homemade pasta, rich sauces, and delicious desserts/wine, you'll want to give this a go. This is an intimate little place that features an impressive display case of desserts/pastries. I could easily see someone renting out the whole place for a wedding reception or private party. The space is just made for communal eating and revelry. I heard they have live music here every now and again, and I'd venture to say those must be the most popular evenings. I can only imagine what that vibe would feel like. This place has Italian owners, an Italian chef, and an amazing menu I'm looking forward to trying more of. The event featured a tasting menu of VV's best dishes, and the standout was the stuffed eggplant. Seriously. I don't even EAT eggplant that much, but I finished this dish!

I loved their Sophia Lauren Salad!…read more Highly Recommended. xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox

Super friendly staff and the crepes are excellent!! I love that they have GLUTEN FREE crepe…read moreoptions! I got a savoy crepe (Ruger with ham and Swiss) and also a sweet one (Snowbunny). Everything was delicious! I ordered an iced matcha and my husband ordered an iced coffee. Honestly the drinks were not great. But this place is not known for their coffee, they are known for their crepes so based only on the food, they get 5-stars!

We're leaving town this afternoon, so we took the morning to explore this beautiful college town --…read moreand we're so glad we did! We were craving something different from the usual breakfast, and that's when we found Avalanche. As huge crepe fans, once we read their story on the website, we knew this was the place to go! From the moment we walked in, one of the owners greeted us right away -- super friendly and chill. The space was clean, the music was great, and the Montana-inspired decor and artwork really told their story and created such a welcoming vibe. Now, let's talk about the crepes! I ordered The Snow Bunny, and the very first bite brought instant comfort -- exactly what I needed to start the day. My husband ordered The Ronnie, and it was incredible. The blend of hash browns, chorizo, and eggs was perfectly balanced -- none of the ingredients overpowered the others -- and every bite was a delicious harmony. The crepe itself was the true star of the meal! We'll definitely be back the next time we're in town visiting friends. See you soon -- your Kansas City fans!

Bow Tie Café in Mt. Adams is one of those rare spots that makes an ordinary day feel effortlessly…read morespecial. I tried the chicken bacon ranch wrap, which was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly satisfying, and paired it with their butter bourbon latte--both hot and iced. Each version was delicious in its own way: the hot felt cozy and indulgent, while the iced was smooth and refreshing. The option to add a shot of bourbon of your choice for a modest upcharge is such a fun, elevated touch that sets this café apart. The staff is also so kind! What really makes Bow Tie Café shine, though, is the atmosphere. It's easily the best place in Cincinnati to romanticize your life on a beautiful day--whether you're sipping something special, enjoying a casual meal, or just soaking in the charm of Mt. Adams. Even better, the prices are incredibly reasonable for the quality and experience. A true gem.

Bow tie cafe was the 2nd stop of my 3 day cafe bender and was nice! It does get very busy and we…read morewere shoved in the corner with the food tray return, but that's ok. I had a chai latte which was delicious as always, though I wish they put it in a mug. The pastries are a little pricey so I would not go here to eat that. Otherwise, can't complain too much!

Went on a Sunday at 11:30am during winter (meaning no outside seating open), so obviously the 40…read moremin wait made sense. About 15 min in we were able to snag 2 first-come seats at the bar. The bartender was nice overall, think she got herself a bit worked up over the rush, but fine in general. I had the speciality mimosa, peaches & cream & strawberry. It seemed strong but was good. For food I got the Pollo Party and it was delicious. HOE is diner food with a dirty spin, seeing that it started in college towns. But the ingredients were good and taste was yummy. I'd happily go back.

Got there at 12:45 on a Sunday. Had put our name on the waitlist and waited around 20 minutes. Our…read morewaitress was great, very friendly, it said her name was Clara on the check. We both ordered Bloody Marys, which were good although we didn't get the lime or extra olives we asked for. I ordered the philly cheesesteak omelet. It was skimpy, very dry, came with one piece of toast and no potatoes. Seemed over priced at $15. My friend ordered a cheese omelet. Again, it was skimpy and dry, and none of the cheese was melted. One piece of toast and no potatoes. Won't go back since we can get much better food at First Watch or Wild Eggs, for the same price or less.

From the host to our server, we were delighted with Cantina. It's authentic and the menu boasts a…read morevariety of options. We were sharing a meal and starters. We had the queso which is not your average. Its thick cheesy texture tucks inside of a small tortilla. So, not your typical chips and queso . The addition of a roasted jalapeno was brilliant! We split an order of beef tacos, and had the street corn( the exact menu name fails me). It was some of the best I've had. Fun place with a delightful vibe and top notch food and service.

We tried Cantina for a date night on a Wednesday. We started off with the ceviche of the day and…read morethe hamachi for appetizers. Unfortunately, I did not ask what the ceviche of the day was before ordering. The ceviche was shrimp with squid ink and I am just not a fan of squid ink dishes. The hamachi appetizer was great though. Then, we waited an hour for the rest of our food to arrive. The mole dishes we ordered were more bright/sour and not the deep rich flavors we were expecting. The citrus marinated prawns had great flavor, but the sharp prawn antennas took away from the dish. The presentation was lovely, but we left disappointed in the food and the long wait.

I came for the rose water pistachio waffles. They did not disappoint! They were light and floral,…read moreas I expected. They executed this wonderfully! Only thing is I wish they could make it gluten free. I got the Mira bowl in a kid size portion and had boiled eggs as an add on. Perfect portion! The bartender recommended the smaller size since I was getting waffles and I'm glad she made that suggestion. Lavender latte with oatmilk was light and delicate. Just what I was looking for. Nothing was too sweet and I enjoyed everything. The inside had a nice airy feel to it. They have a cute little kids corner filled with books and fun stuff for the little ones to stay busy while waiting on meals. They close at 3 so I recommend enjoying it for brunch/lunch!

Ambiance is a 4, very obvious it's the community place to gather. Seating is available at the bar…read morewhere there are baked goods like biscotti, mini muffins, chocolate chip cookies and banana bread are on display. Or you can be seated at a table in a large open dining area. Very community conscious with a ramp for wheelchair to get from main hostess area to the dining area. I was seated right away. Being visitor from VA Beach, I asked what's the recommended dish, the server suggested omelette. But I wasn't in the mood for omelette so I saw shakshuka. I tried their Green Goddess version that has spinach (instead of tomato sauce) and feta. The food is a solid 3. I also ordered the Dubai Chocolate latte. It was a 3 as you taste more the milk than the chocolate syrup. I also got their chocolate chip banana bread.

Stopped in to grab some pastries on a snowy morning. These ruled. Ube croissaint lives up to the…read morehype, the cream is not too sweet. The everything bagel croissant was also fantastic. Strong corn flavor on the corn pastry, bold. Not pictured is the bbq bao which was also great. Wish it had some bit of heat though to counter the sweet. Great service. Super friendly. Street parking but grabbed a spot right out front.

I'm told the rotating ramen offerings means you have to come back a few times to find your…read morefavorite. While my visit didn't top my ramen preference, a savory mochi appetizer was a unique and wonderful introduction to this busy little place. Bar service seating can be a bit cramped when the restaurant is full but the friendly service and tasty food makes up for it. Interesting experiments like the Cincinnati Style Ramen, I'll let you decide for yourself if that's worth pursuing more than once.

The food was ok we were hoping for it to be better the cinnamon bengal was not that good and on the…read moremenu sign there was crapes but they do not serve crapes here. The service did not exist we ordered on a iPad type thing. The ambiance was a little coffee shop vibe.

Nothing bothers me more than misused potential- and sadly, that's what this was. There's always a…read moreline at this shop- so I never frequent it- but this morning there was a break in the line and do I decided to check it out. I soon discovered there is always a line, not necessarily bc it's good- but because you order yourself via tablet at a station and people are generally slow & not very efficient at that task so ordering just takes a long time bc of customers- anyhow- I ordered a sesame bagel with turkey veggie cream cheese, lettuce & tomato and a can of Coke Zero. My total for a bagel & drink wad $21. I will not be doing that again. Was it edible, yes. Was it worth $20, absolutely not. The bagel was bread. It was NOT a bagel. It was bland and boring. It was not toasted. The turkey was thin and barely there. The veggie cream cheese was nothing. I mean it was mildly taste-able but goopy and not savory at all the produce was blah (I mean- we are in a freakin farmers market and you can't offer quality products- c'mon man) - I only ate one half bc I didn't want to waste the calories on something so not enjoyable. I did waste my money though, so you don't have to.