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Welcome To C incinnati ! Cover: Cincinnati skyline at night, facing the P&G Towers. The left side of the image shows the Great American Building, Cincinnati's newest skyscraper, adorned with a crown. The Great American Building is located in Queen City square. Be sure to check these out! Cincy Red Bike Rent a bicycle to ride around downtown, OTR, Uptown, Northside, and northern Kentucky. It’s an easy way to get around and the best way to see all Cincinnati has to offer. Find out how easy it is at cincyredbike.org. Cincinnati Brewery Tours Cincinnati has a rich brewing history. Before Prohibition, Over-the-Rhine (OTR) alone had 36 breweries within a 1 mile radius. Of those breweries, 25 were forced to close following Prohibition. Take one of the Cincy Medpace US Headquarters Haus brewery tours to learn more about our current revival of local breweries: past, present, and future. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden The nation’s second oldest zoo and a national historic landmark. Be sure to go see more than 580 animal species and 3,000 plant varieties at the Cincinnati Zoo. About Medpace Medpace’s global corporate headquarters is located in the City of Cincinnati’s Newport Aquarium Madisonville neighborhood, approximately 15 minutes from downtown Cincinnati. Explore 5 underwater tunnels and watch sharks swim around you, visit with the penguins, pet the sharks, see the largest collection of shark rays in the world, and go to the Frog Bog to check out All Medpace buildings provide a secure environment for the safety of our over 20 rare species of frogs from around the world. associates and limited access to Sponsor files and information. Security is ensured through controlled physical entry to Medpace buildings and additional restricted Streetcar areas controlled by key or key card access. This modern streetcar will take you to Cincinnati’s riverfront at The Banks, downtown, and OTR. Reds | Bengals | Cyclones | FC Cincinnati All visitors should report to the receptionist. Baseball, football, hockey, or soccer? We have it all! OTR OTR is the place to see and be seen. Unique restaurants, shopping, and architecture await you. About this Guide Many restaurants have been featured on the Food Network. This guide is intended to be as up-to-date as possible, but in some situations a hotel, restaurant, or venue may change with little notice. Always check with The Banks the vendor for the latest information. All area codes are 513 unless otherwise Smale Riverfront Park at the Banks will give you something to do for every mood you’re in. Play in noted. AAA 4 Diamond hotels and restaurants are denoted with a symbol. the interactive water features, sit in the “porch swings” along the river banks to take in the expansive Restaurants that have been on the Food Network are denoted with a symbol. views, enjoy food, games, music, and more. JACK Casino Because downtown is packed full of hotels, restaurants, and entertainment, we Visit the casino and/or go to one of the many outdoor concerts. Get a bite to eat and relax! have provided a detailed map with a legend to help you find what you’re looking for. We’ve included a downtown transit map and other transportation options for Washington Park downtown and beyond. A beautifully renovated park in the center of OTR. It includes a large lawn for community movie nights, a dog park, a water park, underground parking, indoor restrooms, and an open-air We hope that this visitor guide helps you experience the best our great City of performance stage. Cincinnati has to offer. Comments? Email designworks@medpace.com. Food Trucks If you’re out and about and you see a food truck, immediately jump in line. Cincinnati’s food trucks are delicious and unique. Your taste buds are in for a culinary treat! © 2018 Medpace, Inc. Medpace 2018 Visitor Guide
The Tyler Davidson fountain, titled “Genius of Water” and located on Fountain Square, is the backdrop for movies, salsa dancing, flower displays, festivals, ice skating, and countless pictures. Contents 5 Hotels Our top recommended hotels. 11 Directions to Medpace Find your way from every direction. 13 Travel Info Helpful info to get around by air, rail, and ground. Check out our local merchants or enjoy the arts. 15 Markets & Groceries Find everything you need to make your stay in Cincinnati comfortable. 17 Maps Find your way around Cincinnati. Here you’ll find an attractions map, a transit map, and a Medpace campus map. 23 Neighborhoods Learn about the many neighborhoods surrounding Cincinnati. 24 Restaurants An inside look at the best restaurants in the city. 33 Shopping & Entertainment There’s plenty to do during your stay! Medpace 2018 Visitor Guide
H otels H otels The Summit* Holiday Inn Express & Suites* Courtyard at Rookwood* Residence Inn at Rookwood* A Dolce Hotel 5311 Hetzel Street Cincinnati, Ohio 45227 3813 Edwards Road Cincinnati, Ohio 45209 3815 Edwards Road Cincinnati, Ohio 45209 5345 Medpace Way Cincinnati, Ohio 45227 834.9191 (P) 341.4055 (P) 873.2400 (P) | 873.2402 (F) 527.9900 (P) ihg.com marriott.com marriott.com thesummithotel.com The Holiday Inn Express & Suites on Hetzel Street Rookwood Exchange is located in central The Residence Inn is perfect for long stays in Opening April 2018! The Summit is conveniently is located just adjacent to the Medpace campus. Cincinnati at the intersection of Interstate 71 Cincinnati. You can choose a room with a fully- located on the Medpace campus. and Smith Road, adjacent to one of Cincinnati’s equipped kitchen and utilize the complimentary The Holiday Inn Express includes a full breakfast premier shopping destinations, Rookwood grocery delivery service to make your own with your stay as well as complimentary coffee Commons & Pavilion. It features their new-format meals. This modern hotel includes a contemporary art and tea always available in the lobby. Enjoy the C-Bar, Bistro, and fire pit patio. collection, fitness center that includes a yoga heated indoor pool and fitness center including Try out the yoga studio, beer garden, and food 113 Rooms/4 Floors studio, and library. You can enjoy cuisine that cardio and strength training equipment. truck! The Inn is also conveniently located near connects back to Cincinnati's German heritage Distance from Medpace: 10 minutes Rookwood shopping and upscale dining. 93 Rooms/4 Floors as well as try a cocktail on the rooftop garden. 81 Rooms/7 Floors Distance from Medpace: 2 minutes 239 Rooms/4 Floors Distance from Medpace: 10 minutes Distance from Medpace: 1 minute Directions From CVG Airport Directions From CVG Airport Directions From CVG Airport Directions From CVG Airport Take I-275 east to I-71/75 north. Take Exit Take I-275 east to I-71/75 north. Take Exit 84 Take I-275 east to I-71/75 north. Exit at Take I-275 east to I-71/75 north. Take Exit 84 towards Cincinnati and keep right toward towards Cincinnati. Keep right and take Exit 9 Covington/Fifth Street exit (#192). Follow the 84 towards Cincinnati and keep right toward Columbus. Take Exit 9 for Red Bank Road toward for Red Bank Road toward Fairfax. Continue ramp to the sixth traffic light and turn left onto Columbus. Take Exit 6 for OH-561 south toward Fairfax. Continue onto Red Bank Expressway. Turn onto Red Bank Expressway. Turn right onto Hetzel Madison Road. Proceed through one traffic light Edwards Road. Turn right and then turn left onto left onto Red Bank Drive. The hotel is on the left. Street. The Inn is on the left. and two stop signs to Rivercenter Boulevard. Edwards Road. The Inn is on the left. Mention Medpace for corporate rate. Mention Medpace for corporate rate. Mention Medpace for corporate rate. Mention Medpace for corporate rate. *Most recommended *Recommended *Recommended *Recommended
H otels H otels Hampton Inn & Suites* Best Western Mariemont Inn* Hyatt Regency Cincinnati* The Westin Cincinnati 2000 Ronald Reagan Drive 6880 Wooster Pike 151 West Fifth Street 21 East Fifth Street Cincinnati, Ohio 45236 Cincinnati, Ohio 45227 Cincinnati, Ohio 45202 Cincinnati, Ohio 45202 794.0700 (P) | 794.0444 (F) 271.2100 (P) | 271.1057 (F) 579.1234 (P) | 354.4299 (F) 621.7700 (P) | 852.5670 (F) hilton.com mariemontinn.com cincinnati.hyatt.com westincincinnati.com This Hampton Inn & Suites is located just across This charming historic boutique hotel features A familiar landmark of the city skyline, Hyatt Revive, refresh, renew at the Westin Cincinnati. from the Kenwood Towne Center, home to high- authentic Tudor architecture and provides a Regency Cincinnati offers every possible Overlooking historic Fountain Square, the Westin end shopping and dining options. peaceful atmosphere while still being close to a convenience under one roof. Whether you’re Cincinnati boasts a convenient and central variety of local amenities. visiting for business or leisure, there’s something downtown location. Your stay will include a complimentary breakfast sure to spark your interest at our welcoming Hyatt buffet. Or, if you're in a hurry, grab an On the The Mariemont Inn is located just outside of hotel in Cincinnati. High-speed internet access and generous work Run breakfast bag for a balanced meal on-the- downtown Cincinnati in the heart of Mariemont’s stations allow you to continue working in the 486 Rooms/22 Floors go. The 24-hour convenience mart also offers unforgettable historic district. The newly renovated quiet calm of your own guest room. Recharge inn offers guests luxurious comfort and features Distance from Medpace: 20 minutes at Westin WORKOUT® Gym, a state-of-the-art snacks, frozen meals, and treats for any craving. The Hampton Inn also offers a fitness center and spaciously-appointed guest rooms with flat screen facility featuring individual flat screen TVs on heated indoor pool. HDTVs and complimentary high-speed internet each piece of cardio equipment. Business access. Guests staying at this Cincinnati hotel travelers will also appreciate the 24-hour onsite 5 Floors will enjoy the hotel’s state-of-the-art fitness center, FedEx Office. Distance from Medpace: 10 minutes business center, meeting/banquet facilities, and 456 Rooms/17 Floors onsite restaurant. Distance from Medpace: 20 minutes 60 Rooms/2 Floors Distance from Medpace: 10 minutes Directions From CVG Airport Directions From CVG Airport Directions From CVG Airport Directions From CVG Airport Take I-275 east to I-71/75 north. Take Exit 84 Take I-275 east to I-71/75 north. Take Exit 84 Take I-275 east to I-71/75 north. Cross the Take I-275 east to I-71/75 north. Cross the and then keep right toward Columbus. Take Exit towards Cincinnati. Keep right and take Exit bridge from Kentucky into Ohio. Take the Fifth bridge from Kentucky into Ohio and take I-71 12 for US-22 (Montgomery Road). Turn right and I-B toward Columbus. Take US50 east toward Street exit; hotel is located two blocks ahead north towards Columbus. Exit onto Second Street then right again toward Ronal Reagan Drive. The I-471/Columbia Parkway. Make a u-turn on on the right. and turn left onto Vine Street. The hotel is located Inn is on the right. Wooster Pike. The Inn is on the right. Mention Medpace for corporate rate. two blocks ahead on the right. Mention Medpace for corporate rate. Mention Medpace for corporate rate. *Recommended *Recommended *Recommended
H otels H otels 21c Museum Hotel Hilton Cincinnati AC Hotel by Marriott 609 Walnut Street Cincinnati, Ohio 45202 Netherland Plaza Hotel Cincinnati at the Banks 35 West Fifth Street 135 Joe Nuxhall Way 578.6600 (P) | 354.4299 (F) Cincinnati, Ohio 45202 Cincinnati, Ohio 45202 21cmuseumhotels.com 421.9100 (P) | 421.4291 (F) 744.9900 (P) hilton.com achotels.marriott.com 21c Museum Hotel is more than just a place to Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Located right in the heart of Downtown Cincinnati, rest your head for the night – it’s a 156-room this Art Deco landmark is across from Fountain AC Hotel Cincinnati at The Banks is an Award boutique hotel, contemporary art museum, Square in the heart of downtown Cincinnati. Winning Marriott hotel next door to everything and home to Chef Michael Paley’s restaurant, in Cincinnati. AC Hotels by Marriott hotels reflect Metropole. Located across the street from the The Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza offers the souls of the cities in which they reside. They Aronoff Center for the Arts and next to the high-speed internet service, two-line telephones, offer a unique combination of quality, timeless Contemporary Arts Center, 21c Cincinnati coffeemakers, iron and ironing boards, and European design, comfort and true authenticity. features 8,000 square feet of exhibition, meeting complimentary newspaper delivery. Enjoy It’s a whole new way to travel. Stylish Hotels for and event space presenting rotating curated contemporary American cuisine in the revered Urban Spirits, a new way to connect to the city. exhibitions, dynamic site-specific art installations, Palm Court Restaurant located just off the lobby. 164 Rooms/7 Floors and exciting cultural programs. Exhibition space 561 Rooms/29 Floors is open to the public free of charge, 24 hours a Distance from Medpace: 20 minutes Distance from Medpace: 20 minutes day, 7 days a week. The building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and many of its original features were preserved including a sweeping staircase leading to the second floor ballroom and the original mosaic tile floors in the restaurant and elevator lobby. 156 Rooms/11 Floors Distance from Medpace: 20 minutes Directions From CVG Airport Directions From CVG Airport Directions From CVG Airport Take I-275 east to I-71/75 north. Cross the Take I-275 east to I-71/75 north. Cross the Take I-275 east to I-71/I-75 north toward bridge from Kentucky into Ohio. Stay in the bridge from Kentucky into Ohio. Take the Fifth Cincinnati. Take the Second Street West exit right lane. Take the Fifth Street exit. Take Fifth Street exit. Follow Fifth Street approximately three toward Downtown/Riverfront. Continue straight Street to Vine Street. Turn left on Vine. Turn blocks to Race Street and turn right onto Race to stay on Second Street West. Turn right onto Joe right on Seventh Street. Turn right on Walnut. Street. The hotel is on the left. Nuxhall Way. The hotel is on the right. 21c is on the corner of Sixth and Walnut.
Directions to Medpace D i r e c ti o n s To M e d pa c e From Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport From Columbus 1. Take I-275 E (Cincinnati/Lexington) to I-71/75 N (Cincinnati/Columbus). 1. Take I-71 S (Cincinnati). 2. Follow I-71 N to the RED BANK EXIT (Exit #9, toward Fairfax). 2. Follow I-71 S to the RED BANK EXIT (Exit #9, toward Fairfax). 3. Merge onto RED BANK EXPRESSWAY. 3. Merge onto RED BANK EXPRESSWAY. 4. Turn LEFT onto MADISON ROAD. 4. Turn LEFT onto MADISON ROAD. 5. Turn RIGHT onto MEDPACE WAY. Medpace is on your LEFT. 5. Turn RIGHT onto MEDPACE WAY. Medpace is on your LEFT. From Downtown Cincinnati From Indianapolis 1. Travel EAST on 5TH STREET to the I-71 entrance ramp. 1. Take I-74 E (Cincinnati) to I-75 N (Dayton). 2. Follow I-71 N to the RED BANK EXIT (Exit #9, toward Fairfax). 2. Take I-75 N to Norwood (Exit #7, Route 562 E). 3. Merge onto RED BANK EXPRESSWAY. 3. Take I-71 N (Columbus) to the RED BANK EXIT (Exit #9, toward Fairfax). 4. Turn LEFT onto MADISON ROAD. 4. Merge onto RED BANK EXPRESSWAY. 5. Turn RIGHT onto MEDPACE WAY. Medpace is on your LEFT. 5. Turn LEFT onto MADISON ROAD. 6. Turn RIGHT onto MEDPACE WAY. Medpace is on your LEFT. From Dayton 1. Take I-75 S (Cincinnati). 2. Take I-275 E (Exit #16, toward Columbus). 3. Take I-71 S (Exit #49, toward Cincinnati). 4. Follow I-71 S to the RED BANK EXIT (Exit #9, toward Fairfax). 5. Merge onto RED BANK EXPRESSWAY. 6. Turn LEFT onto MADISON ROAD. 7. Turn RIGHT onto MEDPACE WAY. Medpace is on your LEFT.
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M arkets & G roceries M arkets & G roceries Over-The-Rhine Fairfield Hyde Park Fresh Thyme Farmer’s Market 3321 Alamo Avenue 258.0380 | freshthyme.com Findlay Market Jungle Jim's International Market Whole Foods Market 1801 Race Street 5440 Dixie Hwy 2693 Edmondson Road Directions from the apartment: 665.4839 | findlaymarket.org 674.6000 | junglejims.com 531.8015 | wholefoodsmarket.com Leave The Boulevard at Oakley Station and drive toward Marburg Avenue. Turn left onto Marburg Avenue and Historic Findlay Market is one of the oldest open- Directions from the apartment: then right onto Ibsen Avenue. The Fresh Thyme Market Whole Foods Market specializes in the highest air marketplaces in the nation, in continuous Leave The Boulevard at Oakley Station, get on OH-562 will be on your left. quality natural, organic, and humane products. operation since 1852. Famous for its fresh west from Marburg Avenue and Alamo Avenue. Continue produce and meats. on OH-562 west. Take 75 north toward Dayton. Take exit Directions from the apartment: 16 to merge onto 275 west toward Indianapolis. Take exit Leave The Boulevard at Oakley Station and drive toward Target Meijer 41 to merge onto OH-4 north (Springfield Pike). Merge Madison Road. Turn right onto Madison Road and 4825A Marburg Avenue 4825B Marburg Avenue Directions from the apartment: onto OH-4 north. Turn right onto Holden Boulevard (Jungle Leave The Boulevard at Oakley Station, turn right on continue on for 2 miles. Turn right just past Edwards Road 631.5690 | target.com 458.2400 | meijer.com Jim Drive). Turn left into the parking lot. into the shopping center. Vandercar Way and then left on Marburg Avenue. Turn right on Alamo Avenue and enter onto 71 south. Take Directions from the apartment: exit 2 at Reading Road. Turn right on Liberty Street. Turn Remke Markets Leave The Boulevard and immediately turn left on right at Elm Street. Proceed two blocks to Findlay Market. Kenwood 3872 Paxton Avenue Vandercar Way. Turn right on Factory Colony Lane and then right on Disney Street. Target and Meijer will be on 619.5454 | remkes.com the left. Trader Joe’s Downtown 7788 Montgomery Road Directions from the apartment: Leave The Boulevard at Oakley Station and drive toward Kroger 984.3452 | traderjoes.com Madison Road. Turn left onto Madison Road and then 4613 Marburg Avenue Kroger immediately right onto Ridge Road. Continue onto 782.5100 | kroger.com Directions from the apartment: Marburg Avenue. Turn right on Wasson Road, right onto Corner of Court and Walnut Street Leave The Boulevard at Oakley Station and drive toward Eastern Hills Lane, and then right into the parking lot. Directions from the apartment: Madison Road. Turn left on Madison Road and then left Leave The Boulevard at Oakley Station and immediately Coming in 2019! Kroger will open a new on Kennedy Avenue to merge onto 71 north. Take exit 11 turn left on Vandercar Way. Turn left on Marburg Avenue. 45,000-square-foot downtown supermarket. The (Kenwood Road). Turn left on Kenwood Road and then Kroger will be on the left. market will have a second-level wine and beer bar. The building will also house 139 apartments left onto Montgomery Road. Oakley and a 555-space parking garage. The Fresh Market Madisonville 3088 Madison Road 533.2600 | thefreshmarket.com Eastgate Walmart Supercenter Directions from the apartment: 4000 Red Bank Road Leave The Boulevard at Oakley Station and drive toward Jungle Jim's International Market 351.9818 | walmart.com Madison Road. Turn right onto Madison Road and 4450 Eastgate South Drive continue for half a mile. The Fresh Market will be on 674.6000 | junglejims.com Directions from the apartment: the right. Leave The Boulevard at Oakley Station and drive toward Directions from the apartment: Madison Road. Turn left onto Madison Road, then turn Leave The Boulevard at Oakley Station, take Brotherton right onto Red Bank Expressway. Continue onto Red Bank Road and Murray Road to US-50 east (Wooster Pike). Turn Road. Walmart will be on the left. left on Wooster Pike. Turn right onto Newtown Road and continue onto Church street. Turn left onto OH-32 (Cincinnati Batavia Road). Take the Eastgate Boulevard Exit.
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N eighborhoods R estaurants Madisonville Medpace is located in Madisonville, a community Mariemont Mariemont is a small community with 1300 Downtown Jeff Ruby’s 700 Walnut Street north of downtown Cincinnati. Madisonville is households on the east side of Cincinnati. Abby Girl Sweets American, steak, seafood. $$$$ quickly growing while focusing on six priorities: The central Mariemont Square contains the 41 West Fifth Street 784.1200 | jeffruby.com economic development, health and wellness, the Mariemont Inn and the Mariemont Arts Movie From-scratch cupcakes you will come back for. environment, community engagement, arts and Theatre. A wide variety of shops and businesses There are people who drive hours for these. $ Jean Robert’s Table culture, and education and youth. are nearby. Mariemont is less than 15 minutes 335.0404 | abbygirlsweets.com 713 Vine Street historicmadisonville.com away from downtown Cincinnati. French. $$$ mariemont.org Arnold’s 621.4777 | jrcincy.com Downtown 210 East Eighth Street Cincinnati is a city in Ohio, on the Ohio River. Italian, American, pub food. Oldest bar in Montgomery Maplewood Kitchen & Bar The Over-the-Rhine district is known for its 19th- Cincinnati (building erected: 1848; saloon 525 Race Street century architecture, including Findlay Market, Montgomery is a suburb with 10,200 residents opened: 1861). Featured on the NBC show Experience West Coast-style cuisine in the heart which has food and craft vendors. To the north located northeast of Cincinnati, Ohio. It was “Harry’s Law.” $$ of Cincinnati. Locally roasted coffee, cage free is the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden. The founded in 1795 and was known as a stopping 421.6234 | arnoldsbarandgrill.com eggs, fresh ingredients, cold pressed juices. $$ Cincinnati Museum Center encompasses history, point along the old “3-C” Highway (Cincinnati- 421.2100 | maplewoodkitchenandbar.com science and children's museums in the art deco Columbus-Cleveland). Montgomery is now easily Boca Union Terminal. Works spanning 6,000 years accessible at the crossroads of I-275, I-71, 114 East Sixth Street are on display at the Cincinnati Art Museum. Ronald Reagan Cross County Highway and US McCormick & Schmick’s Modern American. Many will tell you it is the best cincinnati-oh.gov 22/Ohio 3, or locally known as Montgomery 21 East Fifth Street restaurant in Cincinnati. Located above Sotto. $$$$ Road, the “main street” through town. American, steak, seafood. Great view of 542.2022 | bocacincinnati.com montgomeryohio.org Fountain Square. $$$ Oakley 721.9339 | mccormickandschmicks.com Oakley was originally known as "Four Mile," Boi Na Braza because it was a popular stop in the mid-1800s Blue Ash 441 Vine Street for wagons on the Madison Turnpike, now Located just 20 minutes north of Downtown The Metropole Brazilian. Adjacent to Fountain Square. $$$$ Madison Road. It was named Oakley because Cincinnati, Blue Ash with around 12,000 609 Walnut Street 421.7111 | boinabraza.com of the many oak trees. Oakley has two shopping people. It offers many outdoor events, shopping, Local, sustainable. Great rooftop bar. $$$$ centers, Hyde Park Plaza and Oakley Square. and restaurants. 578.6660 | metropoleonwalnut.com www.oakleynow.com blueash.com Graeter’s Ice Cream 511 Walnut Street Mita’s Ice creamery, bakery, kosher. A Cincinnati Hyde Park Anderson 100 West Fifth Street tradition, multiple locations (Oakley, Hyde Park, Hyde Park is a neighborhood in the center of Anderson Township, located in the southeastern Eclectic, farm-inspired menu focuses on foods OTR). Try the Blueberry Pie ice cream. $ Cincinnati. The neighborhood was originally corner of Hamilton County, Ohio, is one of the and beverages of Spain and Latin America, 381.4191 | graeters.com created to be an exclusive community for most heavily populated townships in the State with tapas, ceviches, cured hams, cheeses and Cincinnati's wealthy elite. The heart of Hyde Park of Ohio with about 45,000 people. Anderson large plates. $$$ is Hyde Park Square located along Erie Avenue Township is bounded by the Little Miami and Incline Public House 421.6482 | mitas.co at Edwards Road. Hyde Park offers a variety of Ohio Rivers. 2601 West Eighth Street andersontownship.org The Incline House is so named after one of restaurants and unique boutiques. Hyde Park is Montgomery Inn at the Boathouse a very pedestrian friendly neighborhood. the famous Cincinnati inclines that traveled to 925 Riverside Drive hydeparksquare.org Price Hill. The Incline provides the best views American. Nearly sits on top of the Ohio River. $$$ Cincinnati has to offer. $$ 721.7427 | montgomeryinn.com 251.3000 | inclinepublichouse.com
R estaurants R estaurants Nada Prima Vista Buzzed Bull Creamery Kaze OTR 600 Walnut Street 810 Matson Place 1408 Main Street 1400 Vine Street Upscale Mexican. Amazing guac and tacos Elegant, upscale restaurant with city views and Alcoholic and non-alcoholic frozen desserts Japanese gastropub. Dining, bar/lounge, you’ll crave. Try the vegetarian taco. $$$ a menu of classic, vegan and gluten-free Italian created using liquid nitrogen. $ outdoor beer garden. $$ 721.6232 | eatdrinknada.com dishes. $$$ 381.2899 | buzzedbullcreamery.com 898.7991 | kazeotr.com 251.6467 | pvista.com Nicholson’s Ché Kreuger’s Tavern 625 Walnut Street Putz's Creamy Whip 1342 Walnut Street 1211 Vine Street Gastropub, Scottish. Local and sustainable. Many 2673 Putz Place Argentinian-owned and operated bar and Modern American. Housed in an old laundromat. beers on tap, rotating cask, expansive scotch Family-owned and operated since 1938. $ restaurant. Try the empanadas. $$ Check out the rooftop patio. $ selection. Be sure to get the fish n’ chips. $$ 578.6886 | putzscreamywhip.com 978.1706 | checincinnati.com 834.8670 | kruegerstavern.com 564.9111 | nicholsonspub.com Sotto Eagle Food and Beer Hall Lachey’s Bar Orchids at Palm Court 114 East Sixth Street 1338 Vine Street 56 East Twelfth Street 35 West Fifth Street Italian, trattoria-style. Local breads, fruits, Beer-centric food, burgers, fried chicken. The Sports bar and restaurant owned by Drew and American, contemporary American. Weekend veggies. Located below Boca. $$ kale and artichoke appetizer is ah-mazing. $ Nick Lachey who host a live radio show at the brunch is expansive. $$$$ 578.6886 | sottocincinnati.com 802.5007 | eagleotr.com bar on Friday nights. Featured on “Lachey’s Bar,” 421.9100 | orchidsatpalmcourt.com the A&E TV Show. $ Tom + Chee 275.0740 | lacheys.com Gomez Salsa The Palace 133 East Court Street 107 East Twelfth Street 601 Vine Street Grilled cheese on a donut! Featured on “Shark The Mercer OTR One word: Turtle (a delicious hybrid burrito!). American, French, European. Housed in the Tank” TV show. Daytime hours only. $ 1324 Vine Street Order at this Mexican eatery’s walk-up window historic Cincinnatian Hotel and boasts a Forbes 721.2433 | tomandchee.com Italian-influenced menu with other European or take a seat inside. $ Travel Guide 4 star rating for 20 consecutive 381.1596 | gomezsalsa.com classics, including short ribs, branzino, cassoulet, years, a AAA 4 diamond rating for 25 consecutive pastas, and pork belly risotto. $$ years, and “Best in Cincinnati” in the Zagat Survey 421.5111 | themercerotr.com every year since 1998. $$$$ 381.3000 | palacecincinnati.com Over-The-Rhine Goodfellas 1211 Main Street Abigail Street New York style pizzeria with multiple locations Nicola’s Ristorante Italiano 1214 Vine Street in northern Kentucky and Cincinnati. $$ 1420 Sycamore Street Palomino Rotisserie and Bar Mediterranean tapas, modern, urban, wine taps. $$$ 381.3625 | goodfellaspizzeria.com Italian. One of George Clooney’s favorites in 505 Vine Street 421.4040 | abigailstreet.com Cincinnati. Great Monday night special. $$$$ Brick oven. A great view of Fountain Square with 721.6200 | nicolasotr.com a happy hour that lasts all day. $$$ Graeter’s Ice Cream 381.1300 | palomino.com Anchor OTR 1401 Vine Street 1401 Race Street Ice creamery, bakery, kosher. A Cincinnati Please Urban fish shack and oyster bar. $$ tradition, multiple locations (Oakley, Hyde Park, 1405 Clay Street Bar 506 and Top of the Park Bar 421.8111 | theanchor-otr.com OTR). Try the Blueberry Pie ice cream. $ Approachable, low-key restaurant with a rotating, 506 East Fourth Street 421.5300 | graeters.com inventive menu, plus a few à la carte options. $$$ Swanky hotel bar on ground level and open-air lounge atop the Marriott Residence Inn, with Bakersfield OTR 405.8859 | pleasecincinnati.com cocktails, light bites, and amazing city views. $$ 1213 Vine Street Holtman’s Donuts 651.1234 | topoftheparkcincinnati.com Mexican-influenced street fare with a focus on 1332 Vine Street tacos, tequilas, and whiskeys. Try the chips with Rated Best Doughnut in Cincinnati (2012). $ chorizo and cheese and a shortrib taco. $ 381.0903 | holtmansdonutshop.com 579.0446 | bakersfieldotr.com
R estaurants R estaurants Pontiac Bourbon & BBQ Taste of Belgium Bobby’s Burger Palace Pies & Pints 1403 Vine Street 1801 Race Street 1000 Broadway Street 56 West Freedom Way Barbecue restaurant, offering Memphis-style ribs, Waffles, crepes, Belgian dishes, Belgian beer, Burgers by Bobby Flay. Located inside JACK Specialty pizzas like grape and gorgonzola or North Carolina pulled pork, and smoked meats, desserts, pastries. Addictive. $ Casino. $ siracha shrimp, house pies, and lots of beer. $$ with Southern-style sides (bacon fat grits, mac & 381.3280 | authenticwaffle.com 250.3315 | bobbysburgerpalace.com 721.7467 | piesandpints.net cheese) and vintage-style tiki glasses. $ 579.8500 | pontiacbbq.com A Tavola Bar & Trattoria Prism Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse 1220 Vine Street 1000 Broadway Street 100 East Freedom Way Quan Hapa Upscale, urban pizzeria. Plenty of wine. Riveting Steak and seafood. Located inside JACK Casino. American, steak. $$$$ 1335 Vine Street meatball appetizer and pizza. $$ $$$$ 381.0491 | ruthschris.com Asian street food with a twist. $$ 246.0192 | atavolapizza.com 250.3294 | jackentertainment.com 421.7826 | quanhapa.com Taste of Belgium 1215 Wine Bar & Coffee Lab 16 West Freedom Way Quaintrelle Confections 1210 Main Street 1215 Vine Street Tazza Mia coffee, wine flights, lunch/brunch/ The Banks Enjoy your waffles, crepes, Belgian dishes, Belgian beer, desserts, and pastries at the Homemade flavored marshmallows, desserts, dinner, build-your-own bloody mary station (with BurgerFi Banks $ and hot drinks. $ slim jims). $ 161 East Freedom Way 396.5800 | authenticwaffle.com 223.5269 | quaintconfections.com 381.5800 | facebook.com/1215WineCoffee Burgers, fries, shakes, beer. $$ 832.2817 | burgerfi.com Tin Roof Salazar OTR Zula 160 Freedom Way N1401 Republic Street 1400 Race Street Holy Grail Live music; laid-back atmosphere. $ New American eatery serving refined plates in Seafood, tapas, farm-to-table. Wine bar. $$ 161 Joe Nuxhall Way 381.2176 | tinroofbars.com an elegant yet relaxed dining room. $$$ 744.9852 | zulabistro.com Upscale sports bar; delicious Holy Grail Ale and 621.7000 | salazarcincinnati.com reuben wontons; between Paul Brown Stadium Yard House and Great American Ball Park. $$ 95 East Freedom Way 621.2222 | holygrailcincy.com Senate 160 beers on tap. Great view of the river and 1212 Vine Street Pendleton the Banks. Try the spicy tuna appetizer. $$ American, gourmet street food. Gourmet hotdogs, Nation Kitchen & Bar Jefferson Social 381.4071 | yardhouse.com yummy poutine, and bacon fat fries are prevalent. $$ 101 East Freedom Way 421.2020 | senatepub.com 1200 Broadway Street Casual bar and eatery serving classic cocktails Nation serves as a tribute to the rich history of and tasty tacos (they have burgers and wings Symphony Hotel & Restaurant this city and neighborhood. Serving burgers, specialty tater tots, and a full bar. $ too). $ Mt. Adams 381.2623 | jeffersonsocial.com 210 West 14th Street 381.3794 | nationkitchenandbar.com Next Chapter American. Delicious. A B&B and restaurant in a 940 Pavilion Street restored 1872 mansion in OTR. Very close to Findlay Basil Leaf Pizza Moerlein Lager House Upscale bar food, wine and beer on tap, live music, Market, Washington Park, and Music Hall. $$ 115 Main Street huge outdoor patio. The fish tacos are dynamite. $$ 721.3353 | symphonyhotel.com 1000 Broadway Street Restaurant and microbrewery. The best pretzels 721.2665 | mtadamschapter.com Fast, casual dining open 4pm-4am. Located with bier cheese and house-made stone-ground inside JACK Casino. $ Taft’s Ale House mustard in North America. $$ Celestial Restaurant 250.3318 | jackentertainment.com 1429 Race Street 421.2337 | moerleinlagerhouse.com 1071 Celestial Street Brewery, great food, awesome atmosphere, French, American. Great view. $$$ beautiful reclaimed church. $ 241.4455 | thecelestial.com 334.1393 | taftsalehouse.com
R estaurants R estaurants City View Tavern Quarter Bistro Mitchell’s Fish Market Mount Lookout Tavern 403 Oregon Street 6904 Wooster Pike 1 Levee Way, Newport, Kentucky 3209 Linwood Avenue American, best burger in Cincinnati, best VIEW American, seasonal. Next to the movie theater. $$$ Seafood. Overlooks the Ohio River facing the American. $ in Cincinnati. $ 271.5400 | qbcincy.com beautiful Cincinnati skyline. $$$$ 871.9633 | mtlookouttavern.com 241.8439 | cityviewtavern.com 859.291.7454 | mitchellsfishmarket.com Rooted Juicery & Kitchen The Precinct Mt. Adams Bar & Grill 6844 Wooster Pike 311 Delta Avenue 938 Hatch Street American. Extensive menu and plenty of seating. Juices, smoothies, and fresh, organic vegan food. $$ 271.0432 | rootedjuicery.com Norwood American, steak. Formerly the Police Patrol House Number 6. Historic landmark (1901). $$$$ Originally a speakeasy, it was the first bar in Betta’s Italian Oven 321.5454 | jeffruby.com/precinct Ohio to get a liquor license after the repeal of 3764 Montgomery Road Prohibition in 1933. $ Italian, pizza, sandwiches, subs. Wood-fired oven. 624.3666 | mtadamsbarandgrill.com Newport Voted best pizza in 2011. $ Rathai’s Thai Kitchen 3162 Linwood Avenue 631.6836 Bar Louie Thai, sushi, Asian. $ 1 Levee Way Suite 3118, Newport, Kentucky 871.7687 | ruthaisthaikitchen.com Madisonville New American. On the Ohio River. 859.291.4222 | barlouie.com/newport Quatman Cafe 2434 Quatman Avenue Terry’s Turf Club Cincinnati Dinner Train Pub grub. Voted best burger in Cincinnati. $ 4618 Eastern Avenue 4725 Madison Road BRIO Tuscan Grille 731.4370 | quatmancafe.com Featured on “Diners, Drive-ins and Dives.“ Best American, steak, seafood. Scenic views on the 1 Levee Way, Newport, Kentucky burger in Cincinnati multiple years. Mushroom ride to the banks of the Ohio River. $$$$ 791.7245 | cincinnatirailway.com/dinnertrain Italian. $$$ Sorrento’s Pizzeria burgers in lieu of meat are terrific. An experience. $ 859.431.0900 | brioitalian.com 5143 Montgomery Road 533.4222 Italian. $ El Jinete Chart House 531.5070 | sorrentoshof.com Wurst Bar in the Square 3972 Red Bank Road 405 Riverboat Row, Newport, Kentucky 3204 Linwood Avenue Delicious Mexican food. Very friendly to Upscale. Great views of the Ohio River. $$$ Gastropub, home-made sausages, beer. $$ vegetarians. $ 271.4080 | eljineterestaurants.com 859.261.0300 | charthouse.com/cincy Mt. Lookout 321.0615 | facebook.com/wurstbarinthesq Cold Stone Creamery Allyn’s Café Zip’s Cafe Mazunte 1 Levee Way, Newport, Kentucky 3538 Columbia Parkway 1036 Delta Avenue 5207 Madison Road Suite 100 Ice creamery. $ Mexican, cajun, creole. $$ American. Local favorite with a miniature train. $ Super close to Medpace. Fresh Mexican food. $ 871.5779 | allynscafe.net 859.291.5380 | coldstonecreamery.com 871.9876 | zipscafe.com 785.0000 | mazuntetacos.com Hofbrauhaus Buona Terra 1028 Delta Avenue 200 East Third Street, Newport, Kentucky Bakery, breakfast, brunch, gelato, crepes. $ Hyde Park Mariemont German, steins, microbrewery. The most stunning bier pretzels imported from Germany. $$ 386.9356 | facebook.com/BuonaTerraGelato Alfio’s Buon Cibo Dilly Deli Cafe Wines & Gourmet 859.491.7200 | hofbrauhausnewport.com 2724 Erie Avenue 6818 Wooster Pike Ichiban Japanese Cuisine Joining the flavors of Italy and Argentina for Soups, sandwiches, wine shop, craft beers. $$ 1020 Delta Avenue a taste of something unique to the Cincinnati 561.5233 | dillycafe.com Wine bar, sushi. $$$ area. $$ 321.8686 | ichibancinci.com 321.0555 | alfios-cincy.com
R estaurants R estaurants Taste of Belgium Habit’s Cafe Arthur’s 3516 Edwards Road Rookwood Commons & 3825 Edwards Road 3036 Madison Road Classic American. Friendly, neighborhood bar. $ American, pub food. Just off the square, it has the Pavilion Waffles, crepes, Belgian dishes, Belgian beer, desserts, pastries. Addictive. $ 631.8367 | habitscafe.com most amazing fried cheese appetizer. $ Bronte Bistro 396.5800 | authenticwaffle.com 871.5543 | arthurscincinnati.com 2692 Madison Road Oakley Pub & Grill American, inside a bookstore. The cookbooks 3924 Isabella Avenue Bonefish Grill provide the recipes for the menu items. $ 396.8970 | josephbeth.com/bronte Kenwood American, pub grub, burgers. $ 2737 Madison Road 531.2500 | oakleypubandgrill.com American, seafood, great happy hour. $$ Cheesecake Factory 321.5222 | bonefishgrill.com 7875 Montgomery Road Buca di Beppo International, enormous menu, cheesecake. $$ Madtree Brewing Company 2635 Edmondson Road 984.6911 | thecheesecakefactory.com 3301 Madison Road Cock & Bull Public House Family-style Italian. $$ Visit the taproom for tours and tastings. $$ 2653 Erie Avenue 396.7673 | bucadibeppo.com 836.8733 | madtreebrewing.com American, pub food, burgers. Many beers on tap. $$ Embers 533.4253 | theenglishpub.com 8170 Montgomery Road The Capital Grille American, steak, sushi. $$$$ Maribelle’s Tavern 3821 Edwards Road 984.8090 | embersrestaurant.com 3235 Madison Road Dutch’s Seafood, steak, wine. A chain restaurant. $$$ Delicious. Casual elegance. $$ 3378 Erie Avenue thecapitalgrille.com 321.9111 | maribellestavern.com American, pub food, great selection of craft Maggiano’s Little Italy beers and wine. $ 875 Montgomery Road J. Alexander’s Italian. $$$ Rooted Juicery & Kitchen 871.1446 | dutchswine.com 2629 Edmondson Road 794.0670 | maggianos.com 3010 Madison Road American, steak. $$$ Juices, smoothies, and fresh, organic vegan E+O Kitchen 531.7495 | jalexanders.com food. The Loving Hut , another vegan restaurant, 3520 Edwards Road Trio Bistro is also close by in Pleasant Ridge. $$ Latin-inspired Asian fare. Excellent sushi and 7565 Kenwood Road P.F. Chang’s China Bistro Contemporary American, steak, seafood. Casual 351.2900| rootedjuicery.com tacos. $$$ 2633 Edmondson Road 832.1023 | eokitchen.com elegant. Reservations recommended. $$$$ Chinese, Asian. The calamari app is delectable. 984.1905 | triobistro.com Red Feather $$ 3200 Madison Road Forno Osteria+Bar 531.4567 | pfchangs.com Contemporary American farm-to-table restaurant 3514 Erie Avenue Oakley *closest to the apartment offering an upscale casual dining experience Authentic Italian. $$$ Seasons 52 with an emphasis on classic culinary techniques 818.8720 | fornoosteriabar.com 3819 Edwards Road Aglamesis Brothers and slow, careful preparations. $$$$ A chain that focuses on fresh food; menu 3046 Madison Road 407.3631 | redfeatherkitchen.com Step inside and be taken back to the ice cream Teller’s of Hyde Park changes every 3 months; each dish is under parlors of the old days (est. 1908). $ 2710 Erie Avenue 574 calories. $$$ Sleepy Bee Café 631.5252 | seasons52.com 531.5196 | aglamesis.com American. Inside an old bank, and the vault still 3098 Madison Road works. $$$ Cute café offering locally-sourced breakfast and 321.4721 | tellersofhydepark.com Baba India lunch dishes. $$$ 3120 Madison Road 533.2339 | sleepybeecafe.com Indian eatery with a large menu of vegetarian- Unwind Wine Bar friendly and tandoori options. $$ 3435 Michigan Avenue Wine bar with light fare. Nice atmosphere. $ 321.1600 | babarestaurant.com Skyline Chili is a local favorite. Be sure to try it during your visit! 321.9463 | unwindhydepark.com
S hopping & E ntertainment S hopping & E ntertainment Downtown Cincinnati Ballet 1555 Central Parkway Newport on the Levee 1 Levee Way Over-The-Rhine The Aronoff Center Beauty, Power, Passion. Newport on the Levee is a shopping center Another Part of the Forest 650 Walnut Street 621.5219 | cballet.org adjacent to the Purple People Bridge along the 1333 Main Street Enjoy theatre, ballet, and comedy to name a Ohio River and boasts a beautiful view of the Buys and sells great vinyl, pulp, and comics. few. The Aronoff Center for the Arts is located Ohio River. Shopping, entertainment, wine bars 371.2455 | facebook.com/anotherpartoftheforest Cincinnati Museum Center at Union in the heart of downtown. and restaurants. 721.3344 | cincinnatiarts.org Terminal 538.3359 | newportonthelevee.com 1301 Western Avenue Artichoke OTR Cincinnati History Museum, Cinergy Children’s 1824 Elm Street B&B Riverboats Museum, Museum of Natural History & Science, Paul Brown Stadium Owned by a husband and wife team who sell 100 Columbia Street Robert D. Lindner Family OMNIMAX® Theater, 1 Paul Brown Stadium cookware and offer cooking classes. Cincinnati’s official Riverboat Cruise Line since Cincinnati Historical Society Library. Home of the Cincinnati Bengals. 263.1002 | artichokeotr.com 1979. 287.7000 | cincymuseum.org 621.8383 | bengals.com 800.261.8586 | bbriverboats.com The Candle Lab Contemporary Arts Center Purple People Bridge 1325 Vine Street The Banks 44 East Sixth Street 425 York Street Columbus-based candle and fragrance company Freedom Way Modern and contemporary art. The Newport Southbank Bridge, popularly founded in 2007. Gourmet soy candles and The Banks is the newest shopping, dining, 345.8400 | contemporaryartscenter.org known as the Purple People Bridge, stretches custom fragrances. entertainment, sports, and parks development 2,670 feet over the Ohio River, connecting 614.915.0777 | thecandlelab.com downtown, on the riverbank of the Ohio River. Newport Kentucky to Cincinnati, Ohio. You can rent bicycles from the Cincinnati Bike Fountain Square 859.655.7700 | purplepeoplebridge.com 520 Vine Street Cincy Haus Center (convenient parking, secure bike parking, 1218 Vine Street The heart of downtown, the iconic Tyler Davidson showers, lockers, bike repairs, bike and segway Fountain, dedicated to the people of Cincinnati Smale Riverfront Park Cincinnati memorabilia, gift shop. Sign up for rentals, guided tours, and more!). Experience a very popular Queen City Underground tour. in 1871. A public space to gather, celebrate, 317 East Fifth Street the city and parks in a new way! 859.951.8560 | americanlegacytours.com and connect as a city with over 200 free With the river, public art, playgrounds, a programs year-round. Dining, shopping, art, Cincinnati-themed carousel, and family-friendly Carew Tower entertainment, nightlife, Graeter’s. events, Smale Riverfront Park is an urban oasis. Couture Couture 28 West Fourth Street, Suite 100 myfountainsquare.com This expansive green space at the front door of 1315 Main Street The observation deck is only $2 and offers Cincinnati has become a favorite gathering spot Contemporary women’s clothing. panoramic views of Cincinnati. for locals and visitors alike. 241.7700 | facebook/carewtower.com Great American Ball Park 357.2604 | cincinnatiparks.com/smale-riverfront- 421.8900 | facebook.com/couturecoutureboutique thebankscincy.com 100 Joe Nuxhall Way park bikeandpark.com/city/cincinnati/locations Home of the Cincinnati Reds and the Reds Hall Elm & Iron of Fame. Tickets available through Medpace. 1326 Vine Street 765.7400 | cincinnatireds.com Taft Theatre Unique home goods, furniture and accessories. Carol Ann’s Carousel 317 East Fifth Street Started in Columbus, OH in 2012. 8 West Mehring Way Popular venue for music and comedy. Take a ride ($2) on one of 44 whimsical JACK Casino 232.6220 | tafttheatre.org 954.4217 | elmandiron.org Cincinnati-centric characters on the carousel. 1000 Broadway Street 381.3756 | Casino. Need we say more? Findlay Market cincinnatiparks.com/carol-anns-carousel 252.0777 | jackentertainment.com US Bank Arena Race Street & Elder Street 100 Broadway Street One of the oldest open-air marketplaces in the Home of the Cincinnati Cyclones. See the circus, nation, in continuous operation since 1852. a concert, boxing, or many other events. Famous for its fresh produce and meats. 421.4111 | usbankarena.com 665.4839 | findlaymarket.org
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