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    4.9 (39 reviews)

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    Mac n cheese bar! So creamy
    Tessa X.

    Fun night! This was my first elite event ever. :) Braxton Brewing is a cool new spot that is all about using technology to connect to its customers. I tried the tropical stout infused with coffee and I liked it! (Although not as much as the coffee stout at moerlein.) took a short tour of their brewing process and learned that business is going well! Also found out that they don't charge to rent out the space so I will definitely think about hosting an event here this summer! City BBQ was pretty delicious - better than I remember them being - I ate more than enough Mac n cheese, smoked meat, and freshly made peach cobbler. They had an awesome make-your-own-rub station which was such a cool party favor. I even won a $25 gift card! I could get used to this elite thing... ;)

    The feast!
    Peggy S.

    This was a great introduction to Yelp for my +1 and for both of us to the intimate tastes of City Barbeque and Braxton Brewing Co! We both got the newly brewed, coffee-infused 5-Star stout. It was light but bold and refreshing! While in line to make our own rub--great idea!--we met several other Yelpers and +1s. Nothing like making our time useful to show my friend what Yelp is all about :D Then we got in line for the delicious smelling array of food from City Barbeque. The meat was so tender, you could hardly pick it up with your fork; it fell right apart! Followed up with some piping hot peach cobbler, we definitely were filled to the MAX. I also enjoyed hearing about how each batch of food is made with the same recipe and fresh every day. I think it makes a big difference in quality! I cannot wait to go back to Braxton in the future. It is a great space, and I still need a tour!

    Jenni H.

    This was our first Yelp event and now we're addicted! So fun:) I gotta know, are they all this fun?? City Barbeque- A-MAZING. So much food, so good! That mac n' cheese is to die for!!!! I'm not a beer drinker but my hubby is and he LOVED Braxton Brewery- even bought a t-shirt:) City BBQ outdid their selves! Make your own grill rub, friendly service, amazing food........wow! Thanks for the event, Yelp!

    Baby Likey the bbq! #citybbq
    Witni S.

    I had a blast at this event! Loved the opportunity to bring s new yelping +1! My guest had fun too! City bbq is a go to favorite of mine for their brisket and sides. I don't think anyone does beef brisket better. We had actually hired them the week before to cater a large family party. I was happy to eat their food again. I loved their idea to play up the mac & cheese, a make your own bar. Brilliant and delicious! The game-winner, however, was the Ooey gooey peach cobbler and ice cream. How did I not know about this heavenly creation until now? Don't tell grandma, but I would call it better than hers. Oh, and thanks for the rub recipe and sample. Excited to use that. The brewery was also a hit with everyone I was with. Since I'm expecting, I wasn't much of a drinker. Still loved learning through the tour and experiencing a new hot local location. The bar was comfortable, classy and eclectic. I enjoyed the spacious seating area for the group event . I did have a taste of the coffee infused beer. I'm not much of a beer drinker, but it was a nice treat and I would go back and order one when I'm not pregnant. Thanks again to YELP and our food and drink sponsors! What a way to enjoy an evening.

    I'm about to lick this plate clean
    Caitlin G.

    That Mac N' Cheese bar though... Ok, now on with my review. I had to get that out. What a wonderful event. Well done again Cindy/Yelp! I would have never known about this amazing brewery had it not been for this event. I just don't wander into that area much (or at all) so I'm so so so glad I came to this event. Braxton Brewing Company has such an interesting history and the special Yelp beer they had available was delicious. Seriously, how many events do you get to go to that has a SPECIAL beer just for that event!?!? The setting was beautiful, great space and plenty of comfortable seating. I loved making my own rub to take home as a memory and can't wait to use it in the kitchen :) Our tour guide was knowledgable and not too verbose; I think he use his time well and I appreciated not having a way to long tour but that still covered everything I wanted to know, with time for questions. The pictures by Winking Man Photography was a fun addition and I can't wait to get my picture tomorrow! Great props and no wait. Definitely a fun thing to add in to the event. Finally, last but not least, City Barbecue. Yum. Yum. YUM! That Macaroni bar was genius. And the brisket was to die for. I loved all the BBQ sauces they had available. I especially loved that there were plenty for seconds :) The only sad part of the evening was that I couldn't hear the speakers for each business. But I made a point to talk to each of them and learn about them on my own, so that made up for it. Wonderful event again!

    The two Chrissie's #YelpCincy #CityBBQ
    Chrissie V.

    Another really great Yelp event! First, the time and day were perfect. I love that it was a short and sweet week night event. Totally got me up and out of my evening television viewing routine/rut. Second, the venue was awesome. Without this Yelp event, I would have never known that the Braxton Brewing existed, and I would have been totally missing out. Tucked into Covington (which I admittedly don't venture over to very often), parking was easy and the open concept, garage feeling in the tap room made for accommodating quite a few people very comfortably. I began immediately trying to think of what type of party/gathering would be appropriate. I love that what started in one family's garage has grown exponentially into a unique addition (they are intertwined with social media unlike any other brewing company in the area) to the tri-states exploding brewery/craft beer scene. Third, City BBQ providing the food could not have paired more perfectly with the beer and atmosphere. It felt like the most awesome backyard barbecue ever. And what a way to wind down and ease back into the work week after a holiday weekend. The sides of green beans and mac and cheese (with a little fixin's bar) were good, but the brisket was the star. There was a dry rub bar that was an extra surprise and delight. The experts from City BBQ were there to guide us through the dry spice ingredients for a rub to bring home. I was so thankful to get to come to this event! I can't wait until my family comes to visit from out of town...they love beer and Braxton Brewing would be a place I'm excited to show them!

    Delish!!
    Kim P.

    What a great first yelp event! Great job organizing Cindy! The brewery tour was small and intimate. Learned a lot about brewing and the creation of the Braxton brewery. This place is definitely a hidden treasure of Cincinnati. Teamed with City BBQ, this event was a match made in heaven. The BBQ was good as usual. Brisket was nicely flavored and tender! The rub station was fun, and I can't wait to use my mix on my ribs at home. The atmosphere was definitely cozy. It has a garage-feel because the owners started out in a garage. There's a huge garage in the middle of the brewery that opens both ways. You can look right through and see the fermentation tanks in the back, which are clean and tidy. The smell of the beer hits you as soon as you walk in, so you know this place is the real deal. If you're looking for good beers, a good time, with an intimate feel, then this is the spot for you.

    Taps
    Elyse F.

    What can I say? Another great event. Thanks to Cindy & the whole Yelp team for their hard work. Thank you to Braxton and City BBQ for their hard work & yummy contributions. Going in, I didn't realize Braxton Brewing has only been open for two months. Their team was great. They were friendly, courteous, and fun. The garage themed decor not only helps tell their history, but gives the brewery a down to earth feel. I can see this being a place people come to regularly to enjoy a game, or even a night out. Braxton is wired. Not only do they have tv's (including a projection screen,) and a few video games, they have their own app, not to mention pictures that they are tagged in, and shared on social medial can be viewed on screens right there in the brewery. It's fascinating how the brewing process works at Braxton. Their process allows them to make specialty flavored beers, without disruption to brewing traditional selections. This may give them a leg up on the local competition. It doesn't hurt that their beer has won various awards and accolades before they even opened. In an area that takes their beer seriously, Braxton has come out swinging. Yelp took this event up a notch, and added City Barbecue to the mix. The City BBQ team seem to be passionate about what they do. It doesn't hurt that the what they do they do well. The brisket was tender and flavorful, while still having a nice bite. I really enjoyed the sweet sauce. I wish I had put a little of each on the plate to try the others. I guess I will just have to head into one of their locations. The Mac & cheese was creamy. The topping bar on the side of the Mac & cheese was fun. Even more fun was the build your own spice rub bar. City BBQ already included the recipe in their totes (let's not forget the coupon for the 2 free sides,) they really took it a step further by creating this interactive experience. I can't wait to try the rub I created. Again, thank you to all involved in making this event such a success!

    Sara S.

    This was such an awesome event! Loved the City Barbeque setup with the carving station and awesome mac n chese! My favorite part was the build your own rub! So cool that you can customize it to your own tastes. Monti also shared that you can use a mustard and water combination (50-50) to enhance the flavor! The space at the Braxton Brewing Company was great as well! It was such a large, clean and inviting space. It seems like the perfect place to meet up with friends for a drink. Thank you to Cindy, Braxton Brewing, and City Barbeque for an awesome event!

    Exterior
    Sarah F.

    Awesome event! Flavorful craft beer, a buffet from City BBQ and 'make your own' spice rub table, photo booth, a tour of the super-cool Braxton Brewery: what's not to like? One of my favorite Yelp Elite events for sure. Well planned, great space and local businesses, and not too crowded. Thanks to all who pulled this one off!

    Brandy V.

    Another great Yelp Elite event hosted by Cincy Cindy! The night started out great with a parking spot right out front! I was able to try the beer, Storm, and really liked it, nice and refreshing. The make your own rub table was awesome!! I can't wait to use it! The melt-in-your-mouth brisket was so good, you didnt even need the bread. The photo booth was added fun and I was able to take few fun pictures with Sandra F! I am already craving some more City BBQ and planning a trip down to Braxton for some drinks with my husband. Thanks again for a wonderful event!

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    Great times, Good beers, tasty que and wonderful people! Braxton is an amazing Covington addition!

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    Jungle Jim's Cheese Fest

    Jungle Jim's Cheese Fest

    5.0(4 reviews)
    13.7 mi

    Only one weekend after the Bacon Fest in Des Moines, I found myself ponying up to the creamery…read morebooths at Jungle Jim's Cheese Fest in Cincy. I'm pretty certain my body is officially pissed at me. My fridge is loaded with recovery veggies as we speak. All this to say, wowzers, what a great deal and fun afternoon of cheese sampling and discovery. I walked away with a new favorite cheese from Cypress Groves in California - their cheese was a close tie with the Trillium and European Cultured butter from Tulip Tree Creamery in Zionsville, IN. For $15 you can sample your way through cheeses, charcuterie, olives and more. I loved the way they organized the space by origin (East Coast (primarily Vermont), European, regional, West Coast, etc.). And, if you're looking to kick your ticket up to the next level, for $25 you can sample wines and beers every few stations between the cheese. That appeared to be a heck of a deal as well. When it's all said and done, you can go downstairs into the marketplace to purchase your favorite frommage finds of the day.

    What an awesome event! I've never ate so many cheese in my life! This was held at the Oscar Event…read moreCenter. Pricing was very reasonable. $30.00 VIP Early Admission, $12.00 (Adults) at the door, $2.00 Children. If you want to purchase $25.00 for alcohol, you get a glass which gets you unlimited wine and beer at the booths or bar. Good thing I purchased the tickets in advance because it was sold out once we got there. My boyfriend and I went on a Saturday afternoon. This is my first time attending so I felt like the lineup was great! So many vendors to choose from. Here is the line up for this year: Champignon North America Rutherford & Meyer Red Apple Cheese BelGioioso Cheese Tillamook Bertozzi Specialty Parmigiano Reggiano Fabrique Delices Cabot Creamery Columbus Les Trois Petits Cochons Olivia's Beer Cheese Fromi USA Deer Creek Cheese Fortune Fish & Gourmet Burnett Dairy & Valley Lahvosh Finlandia & Kii Natural Crisps Ambriola & Oil Salami Monte Nevado BrewCity Sausage Co. Carr Valley Agora Foods International JJ Fresh Mozz Mackenzie Creamery Montchevre Yancey's Fancy Beehive Cheese Columbia Cheese Minerva Dairy Laura Chenel/Marin French Sweet Grass Dairy Jasper Hill Farm My Artisano Foods Vermont Creamery Widmer's Cheese Cellars Ed-Mar Dairy FraMani. Kerry Gold Volpi Foods Howard's Creek Authentic Beer Cheese Forever Cheese There was 4 stations where you can try the Mac and cheese and vote for your favorite using a ticket. Photo station to take pictures, a raffle to enter to win prizes, and more! I felt like the beers and wines paired well with the cheese! I also felt like the event was very organized and lines went fast. This event is worth going to for the price! I highly recommend it if you are a lover or cheese!

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    Sotto - Cappellacci

    Sotto

    4.6(1.8k reviews)
    1.4 miDowntown
    $$$

    Took a chance on getting into Sotto tonight. Drove down there and put ourselves on the waitlist for…read morethe bar. Love walking down those steps, waiting for your eyes to adjust, while knowing you're somewhere special. Luckily, after not too long of a wait we were seated!! We had the most amazing bartenders, Trevor was fantastic! They all were. We had another absolutely out of this world meal. Love their oil packed tuna, their bistecca fiorentina and the pappardelle al cinghiale!! Unfortunately, we had no room for dessert so we're going to have to go back again to eat more. Haha Oh and we actually tried their Blue Oven bread for the first time and it was incredible. What a fabulous restaurant! So lucky to have it here in Cincinnati! We don't even miss La Normandie anymore!

    First time in Cincinnati -- dined at Sotto the evening after the Flying Pig Half…read more I went solo and sat at the bar. The ambiance is intimate and very dim, mostly candlelit. It's a nice vibe, though definitely on the darker side. I ordered the black kale salad, cappellacci (short rib, shallot, thyme), and the branzino. * The kale salad was solid, but a bit heavy on the pecorino. * The cappellacci was decent, though the accompanying elements didn't quite work for me. * The branzino was cooked well, but overall the dish didn't stand out in flavor. In general, the food felt underwhelming for the price. My bill was around $100, and I didn't feel the quality or flavor justified it. Some dishes came across a bit muted -- not sure if that's the intended style, but it didn't land for me. Parking in the area was also a bit inconvenient. Overall: great ambiance, but the food didn't meet expectations for the cost. I probably wouldn't return.

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    Yelp's Wake & Bake At Holtman's! - The crew and our masterpieces

    Yelp's Wake & Bake At Holtman's!

    5.0(28 reviews)
    1.9 miOver-the-Rhine

    Holtmans continues to be yummy perfection! I've been a fan since the day I moved here November 1,…read more2014. My request was for the most talked about donuts in town. Katie, Danny and Maggie were so gracious to open their doors to Yelp community for this event. Love that this is a family thing, that their popularity has grown, and they are still creating new. I hope that it just keeps getting bigger and better! The views behind the scenes was so cool. The smells...definitely delicious. I was amazed at how much they have packed into that little space. Sprinkles galore that would make any child giddy. Clean? Oh wow it was so amazingly clean. I don't think my kitchen floor is that clean...and I don't serve 10000 donuts a day. Tastes...the best. We got to dress our own donut and enjoy. After the tour Danny brought out the newest baby...marshmallows that are created by him. Roasted the marshmallows there and we got to enjoy that bourbon vanilla goodness. I could have eaten the whole tray and gone into a sugar rush and lived happily ever after. Afterwards I ordered up to take home to the rest of the family. Thanks Yelp for bringing us an awesome event! Thanks Holtman's gang for sharing your time, space and talent with us.

    This experience was just hands-down amazing. Holtman's Wake and Bake deserves all five stars in my…read morebook for two reasons: One, they threw an awesome event. Fresh coffee for arriving Yelpers? Check. Hot donuts complete with all the fixings? Check. A storefront that smells like heaven?! CHECK. At the beginning of the 4 a.m. tour we got a history lesson from Katie. I was impressed to learn that Holtman's has been around since 1960 using their family recipe to make amazing donuts. The donuts and glazes are all made from scratch. The regular donuts are made using real yeast and doing all the kneading, rising and proofing that goes along with that. One of the other things that makes Holtman's unique is that they do not use wax in their glaze. This means the bowl will start to set and form a skin so you have to stir before dipping, but makes the donuts that much more delicious! I sampled the yeasted donut I made at the event plus part of the red velvet cake donut I purchased at the end of the event. Holtman's toppings are wonderful, but they are only building on the solid foundation of the donuts. As others have said, the donut itself is not super sweet. The regular donut is fluffy and full of yeasty flavor. The cake donut, surprisingly, is dense and moist without being in your face sugary as most are. That said, this is a good thing as the toppings can be super rich (I'm looking at you, cream cheese frosting). One of the best Yelp events I have ever attended, and I was so happy to have the chance to buy donuts at the end! And now, reason two: After the event I went back to Mercer Garage to retrieve my car and the pay stations wouldn't accept my ticket. It being 5 a.m. on a Saturday, there was no attendant and the posted phone numbers went unanswered. Unsure of what else to do, I returned to Holtman's and explained what had happened. Katie so graciously walked me back to the garage and scanned me out with her own parking pass. I cannot say thank you enough for helping me out! In summary, Holtman's is the real deal, with awesome donuts and family-owned vibe. I will be back!

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    Cincinnatus Mural

    Cincinnatus Mural

    4.7(10 reviews)
    1.7 mi

    This mural gives you quite the optical illusion of an impressive ancient building. I did do a…read moredouble take when I first spotted this one. Resembling some sort of Greek or Roman architecture (not sure) this is a stunning mural. It was created in 1983 by Richard Haas and restored roughly 20 years ago with funding help from Kroger Co. A documentary about the restoration of this mural titled 'The Spirit of Cincinnatus Growing with Cincinnati' was also made and entered into several film festivals. This is truly a must see mural.

    Who knew that Cincinnati had so many murals? This mural gives off a 3D appearance and almost looks…read morelike a real building. It is very detailed. The mural's actual title is Homage to Cincinnatus and over looks a parking lot. It is on the side of the downtown Brotherhood Building. It was painted by Richard Haas in 1983 and looks amazing. They did do some touchups in 2015 which was a collaborative effort between Hass and ArtWorks. The painters claimed that they almost had to start from scratch, which explains why it looks so good. It was commissioned by the Kroger Company in honor of their centennial. The mural depicts a statue of the city's namesake, Lucius Quinctius Cincinnatus, in front of a palatial building. It demands your attention. It has an antique feel to it. There is some in metered street parking in a reasonable waking distance. . There are also commercial garages and lots you can park in, but they are pretty pricy. I just pulled into the lot that it overlooked and got my fill and then quietly left. Anyway, as with most murals that I have visited and reviewed, this is not a very long stop. I was there less than 5 minutes. You may want to consider planning out additional stops at many of the other murals in the area or making this stop part of a larger itinerary to maximize your time and trip. I just did a mural tour of the downtown area. There are a ton within about a half mile of each other.

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