The best bars & nightlife in Cincinnati

Casual spot for brunch, lunch, and dinner, plus beer and wine, with lots of outdoor seating.

4815 Cooper Rd

Stand-alone & airport wine bars offering lunch, dinner & small plates with custom-paired wines.

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, Concourse B, 2939 Terminal Dr (Hebron)

Cozy haunt serving pizzas, cocktails, beer, and other bar bites in an informal setting.

6099 Montgomery Rd

Craft beer brewery serving rotating seasonal brews & house-roasted coffees in industrial surrounds.

27 W 7th St (Covington)

Casual venue serving wine, craft beer and light eats with live music, wine tastings and relaxed vibes.

7823 Cooper Rd (Montgomery)

Relaxed cocktail bar, featuring a wide range of classic and off-menu libations (including mocktails), as well as a friendly staff.

2804 Woodburn Ave

Italian restaurant housed in a restored mansion, with a full bar and a patio.

314 Greenup St (Covington)

Relaxed hangout featuring robust coffee drinks, pastries and local beer, plus patios, music and a rooftop terrace.

2005 1/2 Madison Rd

One of a chain of family-friendly sports bars attracting fans with drink specials & American fare.

402 Licking Pike (Wilder)

Down-home watering hole with craft brews, crafted cocktails & a neon-lit fish tank centerpiece.

15 W 14th St

Cozy spot featuring a wide variety of craft beer, wine, and cocktails, plus bar games and a patio.

10241 Summit Pkwy (Blue Ash)

Boutique shop offering an extensive selection of wine, plus beer, and weekly tasting events.

11920 Montgomery Rd

Unique, subterranean gathering place with moody lighting, craft cocktails & live music.

1314 Republic St

Cozy speakeasy-style pizzeria and bourbon bar featuring cocktails and whiskey, as well as pizzas and other fare.

603 Main St (Covington)

Movies are shown on the patio at this snug concept bar with creative cocktails & a chill vibe.

965 E McMillan St

Upmarket speakeasy-themed cocktail lounge featuring live music and a lake, plus a gazebos, fire pits and picnic tables.

4845 Premier Way Ste 2 (West Chester Township)

Upscale chain serving New American fare paired with house-label wines in a contemporary setting.

8080 Montgomery Rd

Thoroughbred horse-racing track with seasonal live events plus simulcasts, a restaurant & more.

7500 Turfway Rd (Florence)

Locally owned and big on good vibes, Wine Not Wine Bar nerds out on meticulously curated bottles, including gems from lesser-known regions…

12090 Montgomery Rd · ✓ checked Jul 30

Cool gastropub with artsy, industrial decor offering craft beer & updated American classics.

1212 Springfield Pike

Cozy spot showcasing craft beer and wine, plus charcuterie and other bites.

642 Main St (Covington)

This cozy, casual pub with a heated patio serves American food with creative twists.

3924 Isabella Ave

Lively haunt for American food (with vegan options) & live tunes in a historic, art-adorned space.

210 E 8th St

Men in kilts serve a Scottish-American gastropub menu with beer & brown spirits plus live music.

625 Walnut St

Restaurant and bar featuring wine by the glass or bottle and sharing plates.

2000 Madison Rd

Casual, contemporary venue specializing in wine (Macedonian and Balkan varieties) and light bites, sometimes with live music.

6223 Montgomery Rd

Upscale burger and taco joint with an extensive bourbon selection and brunch plates.

199 E 6th St

Candlelit eatery for Moroccan small plates and cocktails, plus a wine list.

1401 Republic St

Cool bar with a mellow ambiance & live music, plus bottles of wine & craft beer to go.

4027 Hamilton Ave · ✓ checked Aug 7

Relaxed, cozy wine bar with charcuterie boards and flatbreads, plus live music and a deck.

2021 Madison Rd

Live comedy, music, theater productions, and podcast recordings in a cozy venue.

522 5th Ave (Dayton)

Modern-yet-rustic bar offering wine, spirits & small plates in a relaxed setting with patio seating.

3435 Michigan Ave