food from around the world and fullflavored beef. Metropole* 513-578-6660, metropoleonwalnut.com The restaurant at 21c Museum Hotel serves dishes cooked in a wood-burning fireplace. The ever-changing menu consistently features hearth-roasted meats, fish and vegetables. Mita’s 513-421-6482, mitas.co Thanks to the farm-inspired menu, accommodations can be made for both a quick tapa and sangria and a largeplated family meal. Moerlein Lager House* 513-421-2337, moerleinlagerhouse.com Along the river adjacent to The Banks, this restaurant and brewery serves Christian Moerlein’s award-winning craft beers and even offers tours of the facility. Learn more on pages 18, 44. Montgomery Inn 513-721-7427, montgomeryinn.com Ribs slathered in Montgomery Inn’s signature barbecue sauce keep guests coming back for more. Multiple locations.
Nicola’s Ristorante 513-721-6200, nicolasotr.com The owners take pride in the extensive wine list and contemporary Italian menu. Learn more on page 37. O’Malley’s in the Alley* 513-381-3114, omalleyscincy.com Friendly atmosphere, great food, drinks and daily specials. Cincinnati’s second oldest bar. Ollie’s Trolley 513-381-6100 Family-owned business specializing in comfort food and catering, including macaroni & cheese, ribs, deep-fried turkey, collard greens, cornbread and sweet potatoes. Won the Best of Roadside Dining Award on the Food Network. The Palace Restaurant* 513-381-3000, palacecincinnati.com Fine dining within the historic Cincinnatian Hotel. The menu changes seasonally and features eclectic cuisine. Palomino* 513-381-1300, palomino.com A vibrant “urban Italian” restaurant, bar and rotisserie known for its hardwoodfired Mediterranean cooking.
Morton’s The Steakhouse* 513-621-3111, mortons.com Serving USDA prime-aged beef since 1978, the Cincinnati location is in an upscale atmosphere overlooking Fountain Square.
Panera Bread* 513-241-0000, panerabread.com Freshly baked breads and pastries, soups, salads and sandwiches. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Multiple locations.
Nada* 513-721-6232, eatdrinknada.com Authentic Mexican flavors served in a modern way. Nada serves a killer Sunday brunch with a Mexican take on brunch classics.
Papa John’s Pizza* 513-961-7272, papajohns.com For better ingredients, better pizza, call for prompt delivery or carryout.
Nation Kitchen and Bar* 513-381-3794, nationkitchenandbar.com Nation strives to be an extension of your living room by providing a comfortable environment with great food and drink selections at an affordable price. Neuf Asian Eatery 513-381-5256, neufcincinnati.com Asian soul food on Main Street. Nicholson’s Tavern & Pub* 513-564-9111, nicholsonspub.com Authentic Scottish tavern and pub across from the Aronoff Center. Classic British Isles dishes and American favorites, and a large selection of singlemalt scotches. SPRING/SUMMER 2017
Pho Lang Thang 513-376-9177, pholangthang.com Upbeat Vietnamese spot at Findlay Market serving pho, bánh mì and bun thit nuong. Learn more on page 41. Pi Pizzeria* 513-721-8900, pi-pizza.com Award-winning deep dish and thin crust pizza with 19 American beers on draft. Gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan options available. Pleasantry 513-381-1969, pleasantryotr.com Cincinnati neighborhood restaurant focusing on natural wine, approachable Midwestern food and crafted coffee. Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Plum Street Café* 513-651-4341, plumstcafe.com Celebrating more than 25 years, this
family-owned establishment is just a block from the Duke Energy Convention Center. Full bar, open seven days a week. Pontiac BBQ 513-579-8500, pontiacbbq.com A barbecue restaurant serving Texasstyle brisket and pulled pork and offering a large selection of bourbon. Potbelly Sandwich Shop* 513-381-5572, potbelly.com Listen to live music while enjoying a toasty sandwich or crave-worthy salad. Finish your meal with a fresh baked cookie or hand-dipped milkshake. Multiple locations. The President’s Room 513-721-2260, thepresidentsrm.com Chef Jeremy Luers is in the kitchen at this modern American restaurant with lasting Italian and German influences, as well as well-curated wines and classic cocktails. Prime Cincinnati* 513-579-0720, primecincy.com Known for its USDA prime steaks, exquisite cuisine, extensive wine selection and outstanding service. Quan Hapa 513-421-7826, quanhapa.com A gastropub serving unique Asian street food, including Asian-inspired wings and Okonomiyaki, a Japanese-style pancake. Red Roost Tavern* 513-354-4025 Located inside the Hyatt Regency Cincinnati. Savor a carefully crafted menu cultivated from the freshest local foods. Restaurant L 513-760-5525, lcincinnati.com Named after the shared first initial of their daughters, restaurant owners and longtime friends Jean-Robert de Cavel and Richard Brown welcome guests to experience a Parisian-style menu at Queen City Square. Restaurants at Palm Court* 513-421-9100, orchidsatpalmcourt.com Fine dining at five-diamond Orchids at Palm Court. The Grille at Palm Court features a weekday pasta bar and full menu. Bar at Palm Court offers relaxed fare, specialty cocktails and live entertainment Friday and Saturday. Rock Bottom Brewery* 513-621-1588, rockbottom.com Clean, classic beer recipes, brewed in-house and paired with a made-fromscratch menu. On Fountain Square. CINCINNATIUSA.COM \\\ 59