Oooookay hidden, good smelling, smooth as butter bartending, cocktail obsessed gem. I see you The ambiance is perfect, think underground 100 year old whiskey speakeasy but upstairs the drinks are perfectly balanced and service was impeccable. read more

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We went midday with no one in here and it was great. The prices for the drinks are much better than what I pay at home. The bartender could have been more sociable but she was preparing for the rush hour I assume. Being able to order food from below is great also. See you next time read more

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Had the Godfather and the Wooden Nickel - both were excellent and presented well The service was great The ambiance is cool (would be nice if the entrance was "a secret") We tried a slice of pizza from downstairs and it was really good too Our bartender, Jack, was excellent read more

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The time finally arrived for me to try this place! Located right inside a pizza parlor was this gem. It felt like something from back in time. The bar was stacked with more spirits than I've ever seen at one time. My husband and I both tried two cocktails and enjoyed each. I also appreciated the cushy leather sofa and street view. They seemed to be short-staffed for the turnout. However, they were hustling at the bar and on the floor. read more

Wiseguy Lounge - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

We came to Wiseguy Lounge the day after Christmas and ordered several seasonal cocktails and pizza. I started with the Dance of the Mouseking, which was delicious. It tasted like dessert. It had Rum, Heavy Cream, crème de cacao, and aquafaba. I also tried the Ebenezer's Doorbell, which was delicious and refreshing. We ended with the Heartbreak Haley, made by Brandon, and it was outstanding. It had Bourbon, Apple, Honey, Lemon, and Ginger. This was the best drink and came at a super reasonable $8 price. I wish we had this place in Chicago. read more

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Love grabbing a cocktail here, and love their daily specials! The atmosphere is chill and sophisticated, with a variety of seating for large and small groups, and as a plus, you can order pizza from Goodfella's downstairs from the bar and they'll quickly bring it right to you. Some of my favorite specials: on Monday, they have $5 mules and half off 12" pizzas. On Wednesday they have $5 Old Fashions. On Thursday, they have a whole list of classic cocktails for $6 (like this aviation!). read more

Wiseguy Lounge - Aviation - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Hey Harrison, just wanted to thank you for your craftsmanship and excellence behind the bar at Wiseguy. Every drink you pour is done with such passion and precision--it truly shows in every sip. Keep staying classy; you are truly appreciated! read more

Wiseguy Lounge - BEES Knees - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Wow. Real east coast style pizza! Large slices and a superb collection of spirits. On Main st . As for the pizza.....18 inch pies ! None of this 16 inch stuff. In this case, size does matter. read more

Wiseguy Lounge - Large slice - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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My wife used to greatly enjoy coming here and interacting with the bartenders and having some great drinks. We hadn't been in a while and so decided to stop in tonight. Overall was a terrible experience. My wife ordered a drink and I ordered a Godfather. A young new bartender made mine and when presenting it to me I commented that it didn't look like the picture, she couldn't tell me what bourbon was even in it but commented that most likely was not what was in the menu, was served neat with no garnishing unlike the picture showing on ice with cherry and orange peel, etc. When I questioned, she simply said, sorry the menu has changed and is basically the same. Then after a short bit we tried interacting with the guy that was clearly the manager (bald, beard). He was not interested. And at one point I asked what bourbon he had just poured into an interesting looking drink. His response without looking at me was "bourbon." I said to my wife "let's go" and we were gone. Not sure how long it will be before going back. Not interested in getting served something I didn't order and being blown off and shunned by a manager when I was ready to drop some good money on interesting bourbons. read more

Wiseguy has been on my list for a while now and finally had the opportunity to visit. The bourbon selection is obviously expansive, but they also do various crafty cocktails which are fun to drink, but also to watch the bartenders make. I will say, this place is more of a bar with some seating rather than a true lounge in my opinion. It could be great for a fun date spot, but not for anything overly intimate. read more

Wiseguy Lounge - Behind the bar - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Shoutout to my bartender who made the most amazing bourbon (their specialty) cocktail (pictured, drink and bartender). Wiseguy Lounge is above the Goodfella's pizza shop. Make sure if there's a line on a weekend night, to ask the bouncer if the line is for the bar or for pizza, most times it's for pizza and you won't have to wait in line if you're going to the bar upstairs. The bourbon wall is massive and so impressive, this is a perfect place to go for a date and have plenty of things to talk about since there's bourbon, TV, a cool cocktail menu to strike conversation, and the usual date topics. The upstairs to the upstairs bar is private and allows for a more intimate experience although the noise from the first floor travels upward so it's a little loud. Wiseguy is a classy hidden gem location for the adult crowd for someone who wants to have good cocktails and conversation. read more

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Amazing bar! Very casual but intimate, small space with cozy chairs and sofas. I usually sit at the bar and love watching the bartenders do their magic. The cocktails are delicious, creative and there's often a cool visual component when making them. For example, burning rosemary or infusing smoke. You can also get pizza from downstairs and eat it upstairs. read more

Wiseguy Lounge - The smoke infuser (Nunu from Teletubbies ) - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Writing new review as a follow up to an earlier one I wrote in December. Wiseguy/Goodfellas convinced me to return to give it another go, and wow .... completely different experience this time. Back to the way it once was. Incredibly friendly and knowledgeable staff. Terrifically tasty drinks (my wife and I had 3 each). And engaging conversation with other patrons at the bar. Made for great evening all around. Thank you Wiseguy for redeeming our love for this place. See you soon. read more

Stopped in for a drink after being gone from Cincinnati for 6 years and amazed at how things have changed. Located in the ever changing OTR area of downtown Cincinnati. Located above the Goodfellas pizzeria Wiseguy lounge is def worth checking out. For the bourbon enthusiast this place is heaven as they have an amazing selection that are reasonably priced. The bartenders were helpful in making recommendations and offering up information about local and store picks. The bar had their stools divided in group of 2 and separated by plexiglass. Helping you feel safe while enjoying a drink. We are in town for a few more days and will definitely be back. read more

Wiseguy Lounge - Old rip van winkle lot B - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Wiseguy Lounge is tucked away above Goodfellas Pizzeria, and I've definitely been to Goodfellas with no idea it was even upstairs. I thought this would be a fairly basic bar, but their cocktail list was actually impressive. My friend and I each had a drink to wrap up an afternoon of bar-hopping, and it was a nice way to end the day. read more

Wiseguy Lounge - Pretty cocktail - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Upstairs bar (with additional seating in balcony area). On the small side, but ambiance is very cozy with couches & lounge type areas on the ends of the bar. Drink service was quick, even on a busy night. On the weekends, be careful sitting at the bar though, drunk folks in balcony tend to drop drinks onto unsuspecting folks below!! Pizza joint is downstairs, so grab ya a slice & bring upstairs with ya! read more

This is such a cool spot, half hidden above Goodfellas. The music is always great, they have the most extensive drink list, the bar is gorgeous, and they even have TVs so you can keep an eye on how your favorite NFL team is faring. They have a decent draft list and prices are reasonable. It's usually not absurdly busy (although don't expect to waltz into Goodfellas late on a weekend without a long wait). What more could you want? Try the Judy Garland - it's made of rainbows and unicorn tears according to the fantastic bartenders. read more

I've only stopped in for a cocktail once but it was a great experience. The space is really small but they maximize outdoor space by enclosing the patio and putting heaters out there. The cocktail I had was delicious (but pricey) and my friends all enjoyed their cocktail as well. I really like the ambiance and the style of the bartenders! read more

My first visit to the Wiseguy Lounge. I've been downstairs for pizza at Goodfellas many times. The bar was excellent! I had 3 different cocktails and I loved them all. I am loving this bourbon discovery. I love that Wiseguys use fresh everything, no mixers. I had one drink with blueberry, another with grape fruit and they were do refreshing different and delicious! I feel bad that I don't remember all the names of the cocktails. I enjoyed watching the mixologists do their work. I didn't know about the Market Price menu on the bourbon so I got a little more bourbon education in the middle of enjoying the lounge. We took a look at the outside areas on our way out so we are planning the next visit. Great place! read more

Wiseguy Lounge - Dirty Smash - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Great concept and space. Wiseguy has a fully stocked assortment of hard liquors for cocktails, decent selection of beers on tap, and even a few wines. They have a very large bar and enough talented bar tenders to support it! There's indoor seating and outdoor covered or uncovered patio seating in the back (sorry, no Main St. people watching). Once inside or even on the patio, it feels you've stepped away from the busy downtown street and into a space that was made just for you and your friends! Added bonus is that Goodfellas is right downstairs for some fresh pizza by the slice or prepackaged sweets and other little things. read more

I've been to Wiseguy a number of times in both OTR and Covington. I love the ambiance and of course the pixie shots. I usually order at least one coffee baileys drink whenever I go, SO GOOD. They have a great selection of cocktails, the location is perfect (above a pizza joint, what more could you want), and the staff is always super friendly. read more

Wiseguy Lounge - Espresso and Bailey's - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I love this place. Scott gets it right all the time! The long bar when you walk in, easy access to pizza from Goodfellas downstairs makes this place the place to go for yummy cocktails in Cincy. The exposed brick and leather couches upstairs adds to the extra great vibes. Everyone here is chill and it's just a great place to be. Cheers! read more

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They have such wonderful cocktails here...but one of the things I enjoy doing is asking them to make me something fun! The only bad thing about asking them to go off menu is I probably never have the same thing twice. I've never had them make me anything that I didn't really like! They have a great selection of bourbons and interesting cocktails! You can order some great pizza from Goodfella's and they will bring it up to you. Or just grab a slice on your way out! read more

Above goodfellas pizza!!! Cool atmosphere with good music while waiting for our pizzas. They create anything you want-mixologists at your service! A great place to have fun with friends and get togethers. Everything the said about this place it true! Great place with a great patio to enjoy during nice summer weather! read more

Wiseguy Lounge - Two in one! - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Great place to kick back and get to some bourbon! Huge selection of local and regional whiskeys and bourbon. Prohibition style saloon with a ladder on wheels to reach the toppest shelf specialties. Upper level is perfect for groups and private parties. Bartenders are knowledgeable on craft cocktails and spirits. read more

Wiseguy Lounge - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Seriously awesome bar! It's small enough to not be super crowded and loud, but large enough that if you come with 5-10 people there's still enough room for everyone. A couple separate areas of couches, tables, chairs, and standing space makes it ideal for grabbing a drink and having a conversation. The drinks--great! Killer craft cocktails (I need to go back to try them ALL)! If you're looking for an expertly made cocktail that won't break the bank (around $8-9), this is the place. I definitely got the impression that the bartender knew what he was doing--and he was friendly and patient with my group's indecisiveness. If you're in the mood for beer, they have some quality craft beer on tap and almost all are under $5, which feels cheap for a good beer. Like, I think they're selling Rhinegeist for less than you get at Rhinegeist's tap room! It was raining when I went so we couldn't go outside, but they have an outdoor patio that looked amazing. I'm looking forward to going back on a nice evening. The best part? Goodfella's Pizza is downstairs so you can walk down and grab a slice of NY style pizza whenever you get hungry. read more

Wiseguy Lounge - Bottles! - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

@Eating.Drinking: Based in OTR, above the incredible Goodfella Pizza (@goodfellaspie) is the equally superb Wiseguy Lounge! (@wiseguylounge) * A seemingly hidden bar, with over 250 #bourbons on offer, unique #cocktails such as the "Audrey Hepburn" (pictured), and a wide variety of #beers from all over the world and local breweries is this 1920's style bar with a modern twist! * These guys offer you a show while they prepare your #drinks. Open flames will be regularly observed while their talented and knowledgeable staff work to concoct the perfect balance of flavors! * Their craft cocktails uses only fresh pressed juices and homemade syrups to complement their prestigious cocktails. They have won awards too for their incredible "Boss-Manhattan". * So, the next time you are looking for an entirely new drinking experience, in a dark-wooded and rustic bar, in a calm, low-lighted environment, take a seat in one of Wiseguy's rich leather sofas, kick back, and relax, while you watch the show unfold! * www.goodfellaspizzeria.com/wiseguy-lounge/ * 1211 Main Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202 read more

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Great cocktail bar above Goodfellas Pizza. The vested tenders do a great job of making complex libations. Even when the place is packed they take care of business in a timely fashion. Don't forget about the upstairs, the upstairs upstairs, and the patio. Love this little perch. read more

A newly 21-year-old friend and I visited this bar Friday night recommended by a friend. Upon walking in, we were given drink menus and decided on two cocktails. When my friend, who is allergic to gluten, politely asked that her drink be made with a gluten-free brand of vodka, the bartender argued and insisted that all liquor is GF -- which is simply not true. Rather than having a "the customer is always right" attitude and preparing the cocktail with a GF vodka, we were met with attitude and a condescending tone. I would have loved to recommend this establishment to friends, but sadly due to this bartender's attitude and need to argue with the customer, I can not. read more

We are just starting to explore OTR, and this place was recommended. If you don't know it's there, you won't know it's there. Accessed by an unmarked door adjacent to the breezeway door of Goodfella's Pizza, the long staircase to the second level gives you that "gin joint" feel. Only here, it's bourbon. Great, chill, rustic atmosphere. Wide variety on tap, and a nice selection of bourbon too. Friendly bartenders, well-made cocktails. Two things keep it from being 5-stars: 1. For the price of a cocktail, the glass is mostly ice. More whisky, please. 2. Their craft cocktail menu is adequate, but could use a few additions. Perhaps I'm comparing it to Cooper's Hawk because we like to go there, and it is much closer to where we live. If I'm gonna drive to OTR, I want it to be worth the drive. That said, we'll most likely be back to sample a bit more of the drink menu - and maybe some food as well. read more

Wiseguy Lounge - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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A speak easy theme with shelves full of all the bourbon you'd ever want with pizza by the slice available downstairs. What more can you want?!?! This classy, unique, and fun Lounge on main in OTR has three levels, the bar on the second level with a balcony and a courtyard area in the back. Their bartenders craft the perfect cocktails time after time with their array of mixologist tools in front of them. I highly suggest an old fashion or a bourbon sour while visiting. They also have a varying collection of beer on tap, and only reserve one tap for the bud light drinkers. The ambience is cool, sophisticated, and fun with the multiple seating options. Come for a drink a slice and a good time! read more

What a great craft cocktail bar! I had previously been here at times when it was late at night and super crowded, but we came here on a Sunday afternoon and it was a completely different vibe. I started out with a Tafts craft beer, but quickly realized after watching the bartender, that there was some cocktail magic going on here. I quickly switched to cocktails and tried the Guilford Haze, which was good. From there we chatted with the bartender about our likes and he started making some really amazing drinks based upon that. My favorite, which I affectionately named the "smokey devil", was one that he made with a smokey flavor. Really enjoyed just hanging out here for a few hours and catching some basketball games on the TV. Theres nothing wrong with the place on a Saturday night, still good, but easier to order from their huge menu of craft beers, then wait for a craft cocktail. Plenty of seats at the bar, some tables and couches to choose from. read more

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I love this place... one of my favorite bars in OTR I think! Wiseguy is a beautiful cozy bar (dark wood, leather couches), friendly bartenders, lots of whisky, awesome cocktails (and beers too), a patio, and being right upstairs from pizza is awesome. Getting a cocktail here is so fun! They really take the time to get it right... like I literally watched the bartender chip a perfectly square (mas or menos) cube of ice from the ice box to craft a drink! So great. They also really do slide the ladder around and climb it to get to the bottles on the wall. Weekday nights are really nice here and super relaxed... perfect for hanging with some homies and j chillin. I think they have a special maybe on Tuesday nights? Where you get a couple bucks off a whole page of cocktails... I'd recommend coming on a non-Friday/Saturday late night for the full experience! read more

Wiseguy Lounge - Marilyn Monroe - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Fantastic place with incredibly talented mixologists. Very impressive. Relaxed environment with both outside and inside seating. This will be a great place to watch sports while sipping their amazing cocktails as well! read more

If you are looking for a fun place with a cool ambiance then wiseguys is the place to go! This is a fun place to go after a nice dinner for a cocktail during the week as it has darker lighting and an intimate feeling. The bartenders are very personable and know how to mix a good drink. Unfortunately this bar gets VERY packed Friday and Saturday nights and it then becomes very hard to order a drink or find a place to sit. read more

The drinks are over priced and they don't even use real fruit when making cocktails or muddling the mint.

I came here with my dad and some family friends and their [younger] kids, under 21. My dad and his friend and I walked straight to the bar, while the other kids and their parents got a table and sat down. The parents had asked for us to order them some drinks. When the bartender took our order, she asked for my ID, which is normal because I'm only 22 but I definitely look younger. She also ID'd my 56 year-old dad, and his even older friend, which was weird. Then she asked who the other three drinks were for, and said she needed to see IDs for those drinks.. bizarre, but we walked over to the table and got their IDs. No problem. One of the parents had gotten a mixed drink of some kind, and she told her son to smell it - it had mint or something in it. We had noticed the bartender staring at us the entire time we had been there. She saw the boy take a whiff of the drink, and instantly ran over to our table, and demanded his ID. He told her he wasn't 21, and didn't have his ID with him. She said she "watched him take a drink" of the alcoholic beverage, even though he clearly had not, and that they "had it on camera". Mind you, this is an old, dark bar, and there were no cameras in sight. We reminded her that, even though he had not, in fact, taken a drink of the alcohol, in the state of Ohio, it is perfectly legal for a minor to drink given their parent is with them and has purchased the drink for them. The bartender said that she "didn't care" and that she abides by the laws. Mind you, she is the only one working here on a Friday night, more people at the bar are waiting to be served, and she is focusing on us because a minor smelled a drink. She went back to the bar and pretty much stared directly at us the rest of the time we were there. To say the least, we quickly finished our drinks and left nearly immediately. Very very rude. Will not be returning here. UPDATE: To manager (Alex) - in case you didn't read my review thoroughly, he (the minor) did not take a drink, and the bartender repeatedly and rudely accused him of taking a drink which was quite simply untrue. He was sitting at the table and smelled his mother's minty drink when the bartender raised her voice at us and demanded his ID. read more

Very fun place. Excellent bourbon selection! Plus a fabulous selection of mixed produced by very skilled mixologists. read more

Wiseguy Lounge - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

If you're looking for a great bourbon cocktail north of the river, this should be on your list! They have a great menu of bourbon drinks (and other types of drinks I may add!) and I would recommend any of them. One in particular - their take on a mint julep - is such easy drinking I can have more than one without feeling weighed down. Not on the menu, but their bourbon smash is my favorite thing to order. Also, all of the bartenders are super nice and knowledgeable, so if you just let them know what you like, they can whip something up! Also, it's always good to head downstairs and grab a slice of pizza! read more

Been to Wiseguys twice now and have had two very different experiences. The first was for my birthday where we had reserved the mezzanine above the bar for myself and my guests. It was a pretty awkward setup but we made it work and it was nice to be separated from downstairs where it was super packed and busy. Unfortunately, they do not offer table services for drinks so we had to fight through the crowd to the bar to get our drinks and order our food. The food was at least brought up to us when it was ready which was nice. The second trip was a Sunday evening. There were a lot less people and we were able to snag a seat outside on the patio. We brought up our pizza and then headed to the bar to order drinks. I think I waited longer for that drink this time than I did the last time which made no sense since there were less people. Seemed like the bartenders (who were very nice and everything) spent more time goofing off than making drinks. I also must add that none of the drinks were are as good as they were my first time there, everything tasted dramatically different which takes a point for consistency. Of course I'm sure that I will be back; I love Goodfellas pizza and it's always nice to have a place to grab a drink with it. read more