If you love karaoke this is the place to be. You can go in the back area that's free and listen to people sing or sign yourself to sing. Or you could get a private room for just you and your friends and sing as loud and wrong as you please. If you get your own room you can order drinks from there and the come down from the ceiling. It's always amazing to look at. read more

Reserved a room for two hours. Drinks are reasonably priced, well-crafted, and tasty enough. Employees were also pretty nice and helpful. But the actual experience felt bare and poorly-executed. Cheap. The rooms are very minimalist in design, are not soundproofed (can hear other rooms singing, not to mention the main club room), and the karaoke tech is TERRIBLE: The music defaults to weird keys, is randomly out-of-sync with on-screen lyrics, and the song library is so minimal (do not go to the Japan-themed karaoke bar and expect to karaoke any Japanese songs or anime titles). Add to that the removal of past elements like drinks being lowered through the ceiling and robot deliveries, plus a mandatory gratuity added to your room reservation fee (not just your drinks, which itself is sensible), and I can't help but feel Tokyo Kitty has gone out of their way to cheapen an experience (not the cost) that will eventually run out of one-time customers. Improvements I think could help: Karaoke client overhaul - install a system that works and has a broader selection of music. Probably get better microphones too. Automated drink order system - This is a rare business that actually NEEDS QR code mobile phone menu/ordering. Guests order drinks on their phones, and employees can deliver them as needed. Or, install the novelty drink-delivery system! Flipping a card in a window and waiting for someone to enter and try to juggle drink orders while customers are wailing into a mic is inefficient. Sound proof rooms - or sound dampening. If the hole in the ceiling is pointless to have anymore, get rid of it! Spruce up the place - a few graphic arts of some celebrities hung on the walls feels cheap and lazy (The mural of Eartha Kitt stays. It's so good and adds some real, actual character and warmth, but it's the ONLY thing.) Otherwise, add literally ANYTHING that says "You're in a place called 'Tokyo Kitty'!" read more

FINALLY! I got to experience Tokyo Kitty! My Mr. and I been wanting to come here for the longest time. My Mr. wanted to reserve a room for my 50th Birthday but they were booked and this was months in advance he looked online & called. But that's okay, there is an open room next to the bar where you can share the love with everyone. This was unexpected, my Mr serenaded to me and proposed! Worth it! My friends and I really enjoyed it! The drinks were delicious and Tokyo kitty took care of us. They gave me and my Mr a complimentary champagne to celebrate our engagement. Thank you! I've heard so many good things about this place and I can see why! You will have a blast! If you are a lover of singing or people watching, this is the place to go! read more

I'll be honest, I wanted to like this place because the vibe is cool and I spent a good amount on drinks, but the karaoke setup kinda killed it for me. There was one guy going up over and over again, like multiple times, while other people barely got a shot. That already felt off. Then at one point I went up to join in on a song, and someone (not even the actual DJ) told me I didn't know the lyrics and made me get off. Which didn't really make sense because the lyrics are literally on the screen, and it wasn't even some random song. It just felt inconsistent -- like one person can keep going up, but someone else can't even join in once. I get that there have to be rules, but if that's the case they should be clear and applied to everyone the same. A limit on how many times someone can go up would honestly make the experience way better. Cool concept, but the way karaoke was handled made it feel pretty uneven. read more

Great little karaoke bar where you get your own room to let loose... I had the Yellow Polka Dot Bikini and it was pretty good a little on the sweet side but tasty. Service is prompt Nd friendly. They also have an open stage for open Mic karaoke at the front of the bar as well.. It was a fun night and would come back again !! read more

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My lady and I have been wanting to come here for a while and finally did as part of my lady's 50th birthday celebration. We went with some very dear friends. At first, I was gonna reserve a private room, but those were booked pretty far in advance. Still, their main bar area was very cool, and the karaoke is free as long as you buy a drink. The staff are all very friendly and welcoming. Their libations menu is very nice with lots of specialty cocktails and mocktails. Their draft and bottle beer selection is great too. They specialize in sake and sake-based drinks. For my lady's birthday, I sang REO Speedwagon's "I Can't Fight This Feeling" for her, because she would sing that song for me while we were just friends. At the end of it, I proposed to her, and even the staff cheered afterwards and gave us free champagne to celebrate. It was an incredibly fun night and one neither of us will ever forget. We will absolutely be going back for drinks and songs again. read more

Tokyo Kitty - Come in and sing! - Karaoke Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

My friends and I had a fabulous time here and I finally stepped on stage to do karaoke for the first time. You walk in and vibrant neon lights are everywhere. Honestly, every turn you take there's something eye popping. From the rainbow lanterns all down the hall to the giant murals, you're going to be whipping out that phone to snap a pic or two or five. The drinks were funky and put a tiki spin on the experience. I forget what the name of the drink I got was but it did have a beautiful orchid on top. The main stage was up front and the sound system was solid. The host was great too. I didn't take a look inside of the individual rooms but I have no doubt they were colorful and creative too. If you live in Cincy or you're just visiting, this is definitely a spot to check out. I'm glad I ripped the bandaid off and tried karaoke for the first time. If that doesn't tell you how comfortable I was (and how good the drinks are), then I don't know what will. Have a blast! read more

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Definitely a fun space to do karaoke at spent most of my time in the public karaoke area, but for those who want more privacy, you can rent a private karaoke. Space Drinks were pretty average for downtown spent about seven dollars for a local beer Rap music was limited, but older music for all genres was very accessible Can get very crowded on a Saturday night, but I think that adds to the fun There is some selective street parking, but I would suggest paying eight dollars and parking in the parking garage that is about a block down the road read more

Tokyo Kitty - Karaoke Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I hadn't been here in awhile and while it's still a cool spot, it's starting to show a little wear. I did enjoy the bartenders and my mocktail, which made my Dry January a little less boring. The karaoke DJ kept the party going. It just fell a little flat compared to my previous experiences, but this is the first time I didn't rent a private room and I will definitely never go again without doing that. read more

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I visited Tokyo kitty for the first time this week for a friend's birthday and we had such a good time! I really liked that you can rent your own room and do your own karaoke and once the time is up, you can continue the fun in the larger room. The private bartender was a nice touch and they have an easy system where you flip the sign so they are aware of when to stop by for service and when to leave you to the fun. The karaoke setup was also simple and easy to navigate. I wish they had more up to date music and artist but we were able to find some oldie but goodies as well. The drinks were reasonably priced and there was a full bar available. We also brought our own food which was an added touch for the event. The only downside is you can only rent an hour at a time which goes by so quickly. I think 1.5 hours would be a good starting point if they were looking to adjust the rental times at all. I would certainly return in the future. read more

What an absolutely fun place. The ambiance when coming in was so fun with the lights everywhere and karaoke up for everyone. There's private rooms that can be rented and will totally take advantage of that one day! The drinks were priced great and I loved the named cocktail list. read more

Tokyo Kitty - Karaoke - Karaoke Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I had heard about Tokyo Kitty for years, and I finally went a few weekends ago while in Cincinnati. My friends had an absolute blast! We did a private room for an hour, and I have to be honest... It wasn't enough! Do two hours! I love private room karaoke, as do my friends, so we needed more time. The servers were great though and checked in as needed. I enjoyed a couple mocktails as the DD, and they were tasty! After the private room, we went out to the main room. Being honest, some places take FOREVER to get a song in, so I was pleasantly surprised that it wasn't the case here (at least on that night). My friends and I stayed for hours longer than I expected. The only slight issue is it felt like the mics should be a bit louder, but I'll hope that was just an issue that night. I loved the vibe here. Highly recommend. read more

Tokyo Kitty is always a blast. I believe it is the only true dedicated karaoke bar in the Cincinnati area. If you're interested in hitting the stage and having a few drinks, I highly recommend it. The atmosphere is always so fun, and the main stage area always lends for people to meet and hang out with one another. They also have private rooms for rent as well. Bar staff is always friendly and helpful. I will say - the cocktail menu is smaller than it used to be. Each drink is really well crafted, but I miss the extra variety. There is also very little seating in the main area, so be ready to stand and dance to the music. read more

Tokyo Kitty - a purple cocktail in a glass - A glass filled with ice and a dark beverage sits on a bar counter illuminated by purple and blue lighting, with bar supplies in the background. - Karaoke Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Ohhhh we loved this place! Tokyo Kitty was definitely the highlight of our trip! We came to celebrate our friend's wedding and took her out for a night on the town. We rented a private room for a very reasonable price, and spent the rest of the night in the main area. On peak evenings, TK only lets you rent out a room for an hour - which seems like a short amount of time, but continually singing for 60 minutes does indeed wear you out. An hour was plenty! The staff will happily take your drink order as you sing in the private room. The ambience of this place is perfection. Anime videos (Pokemon, specifically) play in the background of the main room as people sing to their heart's content. The drinks are cold and reasonably priced. I am taking off one star because it really is impossible to get in contact with them on the weekends. On their voicemail, it straight up says they will not get back to you. I do feel like there could be a little more communication, but it did not deter us from our evening. If you're in Cincinnati, you have to check this place out for karaoke! read more

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Such a cool place! We stopped in following a concert, and, wow, what a great vibe! Karaoke is a side-show at so many other bars, but it's the main event here. Our group aged 45-59 were certainly at the upper limit of the crowd present, but we got a definite sense that everyone's welcome here. The bar was well-stocked with several not-so-mundane choices available. We only visited the main bar and karaoke area, but the music was varied enough to keep everyone interested. There wasn't a lot of room to dance simply because there were so many people there on a Saturday night. If only I could take this place home to our hometown of Pittsburgh! read more

We have had so much fun here in the past, but many of the things that made this location unique and exciting are no longer a part of the experience. I have attended parties with two different groups in recent months, and the service has declined each time. There was only one person working during the time we arrived, and though it was earlier in the evening (just prior to 7 pm), you would expect there to be at least a couple of workers to cover the bar and to check-in private room guests. Our private room, though plenty spacious for our group, had little luster compared to earlier experiences. The rooms, formerly fresh and inventively-themed, are now dingy and have little connection to the old themes (for instance, you wouldn't recognize a room being "Lost in Translation" themed. The rooms are now non-descript) . The robot that delivered drinks no longer functions, which is stated on the website. Unfortunately, the space is even more exorbitantly priced than when it opened and you had that unique service. Additionally, there were no servers available to take orders; though there was a little sign on the door that was to be used to request service, no one checked on us. We had to go get drinks at the bar, diminishing the expensive singing time. I would recommend sticking to the main karaoke space for the time being or avoiding the place altogether. The private rooms simply aren't worth it. I would suggest taking a look at other options in the area that might offer similar experiences. Tokyo Kitty is riding on its own previously successful coattails, and people keep signing up in hopes of it living up to their memories. What a shame, because we loved this place!! read more

This used to be the place the for the last several times we've visited, we could only get a room if we slipped the male Bar tender $50. Otherwise he said it was too much trouble to clean. Such a shame to see this place go downhill. read more

Good people, great vibe!! Webhad so much fun in a private room and then the main stage!

Tokyo Kitty is so much fun! Get a group of your friends, rent a room, bring your own food, order drinks and sing your hearts out! We rented our room for 2 hrs, and the tine flew by! The Staff was great, very nice!! Don't dress warm in there because it heats up in those small rooms. But the seating accommodates a nice size group. It's cozy! The reason I didn't give it 5 stars was the two things: We ordered a pitcher of some tropical drink and it tasted like kool aid. Could not tell it was an alcoholic drink. Also the microphones barely picked up our voices. Aside from those two small things, I would go again! read more

We had a great birthday party here. The staff is friendly and their private room is a fun way to experience karaoke without singing in front of strangers. The private party rooms line the back hallway. They had a nice signal systems of putting up a card if we needed more drinks. We also loved that we could bring in our own food. The play list is very complete and selecting songs was easy even for us in the older crowd. I highly recommend this as a fun evening out! read more

We booked a private room for an hour and it flys by but it was so worth it. The drinks here are really good and a robot delivered us our drinks in the private room. Will definitely be coming back. read more

Tokyo Kitty - We had a private room for a bachelorette party - Karaoke Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Superrrr fun. The only reason I docked some stars is because I felt some of the staff weren't as welcoming, but some were above and beyond nice. Also, it's very hard to get ahold of them over email! I had tried but they were very short and didn't answer questions. Additionally, they don't support phone calls which I found odd. Nonetheless the people who were super kind made the experience awesome :) also of course I had a great time with friends. I felt the drinks were really unique, too! It was pretty cool to try all the different types of drinks, they surprised my taste buds. They had this apparatus that allowed the drinks to come from the ceiling, it was a bit anticlimactic but I also had just come from Vegas this summer so it's hard to compare. Also, not going to lie, I was shocked by the prices. If you go here with a group over 7 be prepared for a bill over $200 dollars. A fun time with friends nonetheless. read more

One thing about me is I love karaoke. My work came here for a promotion party and it was so much fun. You get assigned a room and you get to sing your little hearts out. I'm not sure if they do this all the time but we were also able to sing in the big room too where the bar is at. I'm assuming it's because they were slow. The reason for the 4/5 starts is two reasons: 1. One room the songs were very slow. I would put on fast songs like "Forget You" and the pace was very slow. Not sure why 2. The rooms got so hot. There's not that much ventilation so beware if you're a karaoke PERFORMER...you will get hot. Overall, great experience and I will be coming back. read more

Tokyo Kitty - Entrance room - Karaoke Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

It was a fun place with good vibes however it takes way too long to sing in the big open area. Some of my friends got bored waiting on our turn. Other than that we had a good time. read more

If I could give 0 stars I would. A group of five of us had a table we had been sitting/standing at for hours. Eventually, two women come in to steal our table, that we were still standing/sitting around. My boyfriend went to move our stuff down away from these strangers and move the chair he was sitting on to the front of the table so he could sit, because he has a bad leg!! The woman got upset because the chair leg accidentally hit her as he was moving it. We apologized about it. She then tattled on us and the bouncer came and escorted him out. Never once did this bouncer let my boyfriend talk, every time he went to say his side the bouncer would tell him to calm down, when he never got erratic. Very much a one sided thing, man vs woman. Tokyo kitty, you should be ashamed on how you let this bouncer handle this situation. Treating us like we were kindergarteners when we are grown adults trying to have a good time with our friends. read more

This was so much more fun than expected! There is a main public area with a bar as well as private rooms with drinks coming down from the ceiling! My party did both. I let the bartender mix me up something and it was really tasty, just not as strong as like. We also ordered some tasty bites to our private room. We sang our hearts out for hours-literally. Such a lively crowd and fun time. read more

I don't know why I've only been to Tokyo Kitty once. I guess the short answer is I haven't been able to convince my husband or friends to come sing karaoke with me. To be fair, I'm sure the cost of $50/hour is off-putting. To be fair, that's for a group up to a party of 6 on a weekend. After a night on the town with a friend, our server at Igby's ended up recommending Tokyo Kitty, and we headed right over, not even realizing it was so close. It was early evening, and we took a while to decide if we were brave enough to sing in the open karaoke room, but we finally signed up and had a sizable wait. We almost ended up leaving before we even got a chance to sing, but the DJ ended up grabbing us shortly after we'd told her she could take our names off the list. This is a great stop for a fun night out, and it's great that you have the option to just hang out in the open karaoke room without paying to reserve a private room. read more

Tokyo Kitty - Pride Menu - Karaoke Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I've been looking for a new karaoke spot for a while and then an opportunity arose on my friend's birthday last week to check it out! I loved the vibe of this place. The colors of the decor and the themes of all the rooms were awesome. It said on the website that there was main stage karaoke going on every night but there wasn't when we went. The cost was more than I would want to pay honestly. The private room was $50 an hour for six people, I felt was steep. Nothing else was included with that cost. We purchased a $60 pitcher of a mixed drink to split with everyone. The song selection was actually pretty good! We got a tablet to search for songs. We passed that tablet around and had everything from classic r&b to rap songs to numerous pop, rock, and Broadway songs! I didn't like how low the microphones were compared to the loud music. We couldn't hear our voices on the microphones unless we cupped the head of the microphone with our hands. Additionally, the room seemed pretty small for six people. It was SO HOT. I also din't feel like we got a lot of notice for the end of our session. We got a warning that this was our last song. I wish we had more notice so we could have chosen our last song better Overall, I had a gooo d time and would definitely go again! read more

This place is a little gritty and overrated. The bartender got offended that I asked for my drink to be remade with alcohol in it. The furniture in the private rooms are dirty. I believe if this place had some solid competition they would get their act together. Will not be back. Will have a better experience at home lol read more

So here's the deal - I'm getting the impression that the staff really won't care about the review so this is going to potential guests of the bar. We booked a private room online and got....no response? No confirmation email, payment wasn't withdrawn, nothing. Emailed a few times, no response. We finally did get a response, but at this point we were panic planning backup arrangements in case the room fell through. Once we got there, I tried to check in to the room. The woman behind the counter stared at me like I was from outer space. I asked if the room was ready, she said, "I guess?" So I asked if we could go in and she goes, "Why would you not be able to?" I asked which room we had been assigned and she rolls her eyes at me and says, "I have no idea?" Okay thanks. Another person comes over and I run through the same questions, he was maybe 2% more helpful before a third person comes over and is finally able to assist. At the end of the day, karaoke is the attraction here, so why are you clearly so annoyed at people trying to get to the private room that they paid for and are excited to use? For the most part, the bartenders were quick and cordial, so those interactions really threw me off. The drinks were hit or miss - some of the drinks were 100% made incorrectly but they tasted fine so I'm not going to really complain about that. (You might be asking - how do I know it was made wrong? A 7/7 only has two ingredients and it's pretty clear when it's not those.) The karaoke was fun and easy to use. The private room was awesome and the drink robot was a nice touch. When our time was up, we went back out to the main area and continued to sing/dance. The DJ was the best part of the night, honestly. He was fun and personable and kept the line moving politely. It's a fun place and definitely a cool place to check out if you're really into karaoke. If you're willing to overlook some of the staff acting like you're absolutely insane just for existing, I think you'll have a great time. read more

This place is so fun for karaoke and going out with friends! The drinks are expensive but it's downtown so that's to be expected. The wait time to sing is pretty long on weekends but you can book a private room which is really nice. There's even a robot that delivers drinks to the rooms! read more

Tokyo Kitty - The entrance with mirrors and lights - Karaoke Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

You guys! This is such a fun and random space! You definitely get the sense of walking into a different place right from the start. The stark white walls and flashing lights make me feel a little like I'm in a rave at an Ikea. It definitely has that "I am in a really cool nightclub and pretty soon the bouncer is gonna tell me I'm not allowed to be here" vibe. If you do not like singing karaoke, watching karaoke, or hearing karaoke, then this place is a hard pass for you. Besides drinking and people watching, the other pastime is karaoke. So the people watching is....epic. On the evening I was there, a man was singing anime theme songs....in Japanese. Because he can. And he was ahhhhmazing. There is one large room in front of the bar with a DJ spinning the tunes for the audience at large to sing along. But then you go down a long hallway and there are several mini rooms-each with their own theme, karaoke system, viewing window on the door (This is the best people watching), and space bar--yes, that is what I said and I mean it. There is an app, you order your drink, and it COMES OUT OF THE CEILING! What is this world we are living in?!?!? Jacob Trevino is going to give us our hover boards in his next bar, I just know it. The drinks have cute names and frou-frou prices. I had something called the UNIQLO...it was fine, but remember to hydrate after all that vocal shredding! This is a great venue for a group outing-drinking, singing, and magic. I imagine you could also bring a board game to one of the karaoke rooms and get your full nerd on. Do it, and tell me how it goes. Or invite me. I'm super fun and know A LOT of musical theatre songs. :) read more

Tokyo Kitty - OTRimprov enjoying the Bill Murray Room - Karaoke Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Fun spot for karaoke and random themed mayhem. If you've got a group you should probably book a room ahead of time. You will definitely enjoy the experience better. They have a wide variety of room sizes to accommodate varying groups. It's nice not to have to fight to get your song in or have to wait to hear your friends when you have the room. They also have drink serving robots that descend into the middle of the rooms. You can order at the bar, from a server, or online. I've never had much trouble finding great songs to play and sing here. The system seems to work quite well. They also have the bar area karaoke that is more of a free for all. This can be fun to watch, but it can be too crowded and hard to get your song in. Drinks are a bit pricey, about $10 a cocktail. As of yet, this isn't a place for food. read more

Wow! Wow! Super fun and cool vibe. The main area seating could be better, needs more tables. Over all fun place. read more

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Decent place, but staff seemed easily irritated and VERY inconsistent with drink service. We were unable to order anymore drinks after not even halfway through our private room booking. We ended up just leaving. It looked like they were intentionally trying to shut the bar down early, as the dance floor area was completely empty before it even hit 1am on a Friday read more

Had a lot of fun in the private room. The vibe outside the room was definitely going off with dancing and singing. I noticed that downtown Cincy has fully embraced June being pride month. I'm not sure if it is always installed, but there was a stripper pole in the main room and the place was LGBTQ friendly all the way. A few of the servers were wearing lingerie. I think they closed at midnight. I thought that was early for a Thursday night in a major city. I had a blast singing in the private room and we had a bartender check on us regularly for refills. I would go back. read more

Super fun!!! The theme, the lights, the running mismatched Japanese music videos- it's all a sensory treat. The karaoke is a great time-- you get a sense of team comradery in that place. So don't worry if you sound like a crying cat (we all do) just sing along with all the hit songs. Insider tip-- if you rent out a private room for a big group, the drinks will come from the ceiling (I mean, seriously, how cool?)--make sure to book the room WAY in advance. After 11 the karaoke ends and it turns into a club... where the DJ just crushed it. Go there with the right people and this place will make your night. My only constructive criticism- the drinks aren't all that strong BUT were very reasonably priced. Such a gem in Cincinnati. read more

Tokyo Kitty - Club - Karaoke Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Tokyo Kitty is always a good time! However, this being my third visit, I noticed a few things: 1. The drinks are weak. It's insulting actually the lack of alcohol in what's supposed to be an alcoholic beverage. You're better off pregaming (responsibly). 2. The music selections are not diverse enough. For rap to be the most-listened to genre of today, the "New Songs" playlist could be more accurate. Also, if language is an issue, I'm sure edited versions, including radio edits, exist. 3. The front unisex bathroom lock is broken. A young man accidentally walked in while a young woman was in there, completely humiliating the both of them. 4. The servers were not very attentive. Any time we needed a drink, we had to either physically walk to the station or order from the bar. Hopefully they make some minor adjustments! read more

My wife and I visited Cincinnati for the first time for a little NYE getaway and stayed downtown, a few blocks from Tokyo Kitty. Our first night we just had to visit and see how karaoke is done here. This is a great little place -- there is an open area in the front with a bar, stage, DJ, and televisions for videos and lyrics. And there are private rooms that you can book (in advance on their website) and have drinks delivered to you via a robotic device that crawls along the ceiling and descends into one's room. We couldn't book a private room, as they were totally booked, so we just drank beer and sang loudly in the open area. Fun times with laid back staff and other patrons. Probably worth a visit. read more

This is one of the best things to do in Cincinnati. There is an open karaoke stage. The people there are a lot of fun, we ended up getting a bunch of girls to sing Fergalicious with us. Drinks are good and well priced for a downtown bar. Best thing about Tokyo kitty that you don't find often: private karaoke rooms. For $60-$200 an hour (6-13 people) you get a private room with unlimited songs that you control with an iPad. And you can order drinks through the iPad, which are delivered by a "robot" through a device in the ceiling. read more