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    Tillie's Lounge

    4.6 (23 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Drinks - May 2019
    Jaccard W.

    The specialty drinks are unique like nothing I've seen in Cinci. Poured strong and lots of bourbon base drinks during my visit. Decided to stop in when walking back to the main grouping of music venues along Hamilton Ave from the arcade around the corner. Pretty comfortable environment, dim lighting, music from across the spectrum. I think the PC way to say this is that Tillie's is a LGBTQ-friendly lounge in Northside. Just putting that out there if it's of importance and you walk in ignoring the rainbow flag. Any who, 8pm on an Saturday evening and there were no obvious happening that would make one uncomfortable. Pretty inclusive. And don't forgot the photo ops on the throne.

    Alistair K.

    I think I'm just moving in here. I've been in four times in the last two weeks, and I'm stunned that I've not posted a review before. Tillie's is great with a comfortable neighborhood atmosphere, great cocktails, and the staff is fantastic and full of shade. They do great events to give back to the community. Trivia night is fun, there are freqently drag events, and they have special fundraisers all the time to help members of our local community. Tuesdays is now Trans Tuesday during happy hour to give the local trans community a safe space to get drinks. Highly recommend if you want a safe queer friendly space that's a little bit quieter and more relaxed than BZ or some of the other bars in OTR.

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    Taylor M.

    We live in Northside, so walking back from dinner we stopped into Tillie's. I'm so glad we did! The decor is regal AF and the drinks were tasty. The beer selection was pretty good, but the specialty cocktails are where it's at. They all have a bubbly float which I loved, and the bartenders were super sweet. We'll definitely be back!

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    Ask the Community - Tillie's Lounge

    Is it 21+ or is there like a special wristband under 21 can wear? I'm planning my 21 bday party and my 1999 friends want to karaoke with me and my 21+ friends.

    Tillie's lounge is 21 and up with valid state photo ID

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    I hate to give away insider information so publicly, but the best drink deal in Cincinnati is Tillie's Trivia Night.

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    This bar/lounge could be a successful restaurant by its self!!! The Sunday brunch was delicious I…read morehad the shrimp and grits and potatoes and onions I also tasted the lamb and french toast and every bite was scrumptious!!!! Only complaint I have was the service was a little slow but who can complain with friendly servers and free bottomless mimosa's'!!!! Loved the vibe as well can't wait to go back!!!!

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    3.9(32 reviews)
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    The Loon Wine Bar & Shop - Perfect glasses clinking under the words "the Loon"

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    4.6(86 reviews)
    4.4 miDowntown
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    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.

    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.

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    Picture from our table notice the golden penguins.

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    4.0(432 reviews)
    4.2 miDowntown
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    Stayed at the museum hotel and was fortunate to recieve room service from Metropole. Very upscaled…read morewith breakfast and dinner, fun takes in classics like French toast and hash while also offering rich and decadent dinner options. The most memorable was the French toast fully crusted in Cinnamon Toast Crunch delicious and fluffy! Definitely check them out if you are in the area.

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    4.5(59 reviews)
    5.4 mi
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    WOW! This place is so cool! I was in Covington for a wedding and the entire wedding party decided…read moreto stop by for a few drinks. Despite having such a large group, drinks were out fast and there was plenty of seating. 2 things stick out here: Decor and the Drinks. Both were impeccably done. The nature meets wood and brick aesthetic is so purposefully laid out and when the eye cruises across the landscape it's so satisfying!! We had a LOT of drinks, but the jade river, el toro rojo, and pacific muse were our favorites. The drinks are priced pretty well ($12-$14) and the service was very prompt, always cleaning up empty glasses and clearing space for more people to sit. I for SURE recommend this place as a spot to come and throw a couple rounds back. We stayed for hours and drank and talked our hearts out! Thank you for such a wonderful night. 5 stars.

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    Come see us!

    Second Story Bar - Rooftop Patio

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