Jenn & Rolando’s Guidebook
Neighborhoods
Ludlow
A charming little town with lots of hidden gems to explore!
Covington has several unique districts to explore each with 'can't miss' restaurants, breweries and bars.
35 locals recommend
Covington
Covington has several unique districts to explore each with 'can't miss' restaurants, breweries and bars.
So much to explore just across the river in the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood. So many good restaurants, bars and nightlife!
226 locals recommend
Over-The-Rhine
So much to explore just across the river in the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood. So many good restaurants, bars and nightlife!
Food scene
Wine, cheese, paninis? Yes please! This place has an amazing selection of specialty grocery products. Stop in for a glass of wine or order a charcuterie plate to enjoy back at the Airbnb.
Taste on Elm
227 Elm StreetWine, cheese, paninis? Yes please! This place has an amazing selection of specialty grocery products. Stop in for a glass of wine or order a charcuterie plate to enjoy back at the Airbnb.
A little taco truck on the corner of Elm St. in Ludlow that does not disappoint. Our favorite menu item is the Tacos al Pastor :)
Taqueria Domingo
333 Elm StreetA little taco truck on the corner of Elm St. in Ludlow that does not disappoint. Our favorite menu item is the Tacos al Pastor :)
Bouquet Restaurant
519 Main StAmerican fare with perfectly balanced flavors!
Frida 602
602 Main StOur go-to spot for tacos and margs!
Did someone say edible cookie dough?! Yes, edible cookie dough, ice cream and coffee drinks!
The Ludlow Parlor
327 Elm StDid someone say edible cookie dough?! Yes, edible cookie dough, ice cream and coffee drinks!
Sotto
118 E 6th StRustic Tuscan cuisine with a speak easy vibe, reservations recommended.
Nada
600 Walnut StA trendy Mexican cantina in the heart of downtown Cincy.
THE best fried chicken in Cincinnati - right in the heart of Over-the-Rhine.
157 locals recommend
The Eagle OTR
1342 Vine StTHE best fried chicken in Cincinnati - right in the heart of Over-the-Rhine.
Taft's Ale House
1429 Race StDelicious beer and food in a former church-converted brewery.
Skyline is a Cincinnati classic. It's an acquired taste, but we definitely recommend trying it at least once!
177 locals recommend
Skyline Chili
290 Ludlow AveSkyline is a Cincinnati classic. It's an acquired taste, but we definitely recommend trying it at least once!
Regional ice cream chain that DOES NOT DISAPPOINT! Our favorite is the cookie dough. The black raspberry chip is another crowd pleaser :)
140 locals recommend
Graeter's Ice Cream
1401 Vine StRegional ice cream chain that DOES NOT DISAPPOINT! Our favorite is the cookie dough. The black raspberry chip is another crowd pleaser :)
Delicious, authentic Korean cuisine! The Dolot Sot Bi Bim Bab served in a hot stone bowl.
25 locals recommend
Riverside Korean Restaurant
512 Madison AveDelicious, authentic Korean cuisine! The Dolot Sot Bi Bim Bab served in a hot stone bowl.
This restaurant is inside of Hotel Covington and features locally sourced American fare.
17 locals recommend
Coppin's Restaurant & Bar
638 Madison AveThis restaurant is inside of Hotel Covington and features locally sourced American fare.
Tapas and Latin entrees that do not disappoint!
15 locals recommend
Mita's | Downtown Cincinnati Restaurant & Tapas | Chef Jose Salazar
501 Race StTapas and Latin entrees that do not disappoint!
Upscale dining in a small eatery close to Washington Park. One of our favorite restaurants in the city.
47 locals recommend
Salazar Cincinnati | OTR Restaurant & Bar | Chef Jose Salazar
1401 Republic StUpscale dining in a small eatery close to Washington Park. One of our favorite restaurants in the city.
Craving some BBQ? Grab and go at this spot right next to Findlay market.
13 locals recommend
Eli's Barbeque
133 W Elder StCraving some BBQ? Grab and go at this spot right next to Findlay market.
This specialty grocer in Covington has everything you need to whip up a quick meal. Lots of fresh produce as homemade bread as well!
Dee Felice Market
This specialty grocer in Covington has everything you need to whip up a quick meal. Lots of fresh produce as homemade bread as well!
This place is a lot of things good in one! Coffee shop (with quiet tables to work and good wifi!), restaurant (a tasty and healthy menu), specialty grocery (wine, cheese, and other grocery items for take away).
Spoon: Kitchen & Market
501 Main StThis place is a lot of things good in one! Coffee shop (with quiet tables to work and good wifi!), restaurant (a tasty and healthy menu), specialty grocery (wine, cheese, and other grocery items for take away).
OMG the pasta. And the homemade bread. If you're craving Italian this is the place for you. As a bonus, they also serve coffee and delicious pastries on weekend mornings.
Mama’s on Main
OMG the pasta. And the homemade bread. If you're craving Italian this is the place for you. As a bonus, they also serve coffee and delicious pastries on weekend mornings.
Golden Gelato
130 W Pike StGelato and sorbet made in small batches. Sweet tooth approved!
Craving a late night slice? Mouthwatering pizza-by-the-slice served until midnight (or 2AM on weekends!)
37 locals recommend
Goodfellas Mainstrasse
603 Main StCraving a late night slice? Mouthwatering pizza-by-the-slice served until midnight (or 2AM on weekends!)
These empanadas as the perfect snack or meal. Pick up a couple on the way into downtown. They're made fresh daily and come in a variety of flavors. Our favorites are the Buenos Aires, Lebanon and Indian Samosa!
The Empanada's Box
These empanadas as the perfect snack or meal. Pick up a couple on the way into downtown. They're made fresh daily and come in a variety of flavors. Our favorites are the Buenos Aires, Lebanon and Indian Samosa!
Sightseeing
Enjoy this 45-acre park on Cincinnati’s downtown riverfront situated between Great American Ballpark and Paul Brown Stadium.
211 locals recommend
Smale Riverfront Park
West Mehring WayEnjoy this 45-acre park on Cincinnati’s downtown riverfront situated between Great American Ballpark and Paul Brown Stadium.
Ohio’s oldest continuously operated public markets and one of Cincinnati’s most cherished institutions. This place has some of the best food in the city and is conveniently located near Rhinegeist brewery.
292 locals recommend
Findlay Market
1801 Race StOhio’s oldest continuously operated public markets and one of Cincinnati’s most cherished institutions. This place has some of the best food in the city and is conveniently located near Rhinegeist brewery.
Located in the historic Over-the-Rhine opposite Music Hall, the park is always busy with activity and truly offers something for everyone.
221 locals recommend
Washington Park
1230 Elm StLocated in the historic Over-the-Rhine opposite Music Hall, the park is always busy with activity and truly offers something for everyone.
Located in the hills overlooking the cities of Covington and Cincinnati, Devou Park is one of the hidden gems in Northern Kentucky. Pro tip: Order charcuterie from Taste on Elm and have a picnic on the hill behind the Drees Pavilion. You'll soak in the city views and have a lovely afternoon.
69 locals recommend
Devou Park
1201 Park DrLocated in the hills overlooking the cities of Covington and Cincinnati, Devou Park is one of the hidden gems in Northern Kentucky. Pro tip: Order charcuterie from Taste on Elm and have a picnic on the hill behind the Drees Pavilion. You'll soak in the city views and have a lovely afternoon.
A museum based on the history of the Underground Railroad. This museum's exhibits are is extremely informative and poignant - paying tribute to all efforts to "abolish human enslavement and secure freedom for all people."
146 locals recommend
National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
50 E Freedom WayA museum based on the history of the Underground Railroad. This museum's exhibits are is extremely informative and poignant - paying tribute to all efforts to "abolish human enslavement and secure freedom for all people."
Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
3400 Vine StJust named the best Zoo in the US!
Shops, restaurants, bars and a movie theater all in one complex on the Ohio River.
135 locals recommend
Newport on the Levee
One Levee WayShops, restaurants, bars and a movie theater all in one complex on the Ohio River.
A perfect rainy-day activity. See thousands of animals from around the world including sharks and penguins!
290 locals recommend
Newport Aquarium
1 Levee WayA perfect rainy-day activity. See thousands of animals from around the world including sharks and penguins!
Take a tour of Cincinnati from the river! Lots of tour options available Spring through Fall.
34 locals recommend
BB Riverboats
101 Riverboat RowTake a tour of Cincinnati from the river! Lots of tour options available Spring through Fall.
Bar/Nightlife
A speakeasy built into one of the old underground tunnels used by a Cincinnati brewing company. Live music throughout the week and other-worldly cocktails. Reservations are required if you want to sit in the part of the bar where live music is playing.
23 locals recommend
Ghost Baby
1314 Republic StA speakeasy built into one of the old underground tunnels used by a Cincinnati brewing company. Live music throughout the week and other-worldly cocktails. Reservations are required if you want to sit in the part of the bar where live music is playing.
Top of the Park
506 E 4th StRooftop bar with great views of Cincy!
Somerset Bar
139 East McMicken AvenueA lush oasis for tropical cocktails!
An apothecary-themed bar with complex cocktails in the heart of Over-the-Rhine.
46 locals recommend
Sundry and Vice
18 W 13th StAn apothecary-themed bar with complex cocktails in the heart of Over-the-Rhine.
Lytle Park
501 E 4th StRooftop bar with city views, apps and cocktails.
Bar/restaurant with delicious drinks set in an old gas station. They have a fabulous outdoor space too!
The Standard Covington
Bar/restaurant with delicious drinks set in an old gas station. They have a fabulous outdoor space too!
Breweries/Distilleries
Amazing local craft brewery, cornhole/ping pong, awesome rooftop.
186 locals recommend
Rhinegeist Brewery
1910 Elm StAmazing local craft brewery, cornhole/ping pong, awesome rooftop.
A truly unique experience! Bircus is owned and operated by Paul Miller, a former Ringling Brother's clown! This circus themed brewery has live music and performances weekly each paired with amazing circus performances and delicious beer brewed in house. They also make delicious wood fired pizza!
12 locals recommend
Bircus Brewing Co.
322 Elm StA truly unique experience! Bircus is owned and operated by Paul Miller, a former Ringling Brother's clown! This circus themed brewery has live music and performances weekly each paired with amazing circus performances and delicious beer brewed in house. They also make delicious wood fired pizza!
Stop in for a tour and tasting at the distillery which is part of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail Craft Tour! If you choose to have a cocktail after the tour, we recommend the Smoked Cherry Limeade - just delicious!
Second Sight Spirits
301 Elm StStop in for a tour and tasting at the distillery which is part of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail Craft Tour! If you choose to have a cocktail after the tour, we recommend the Smoked Cherry Limeade - just delicious!
Craft brewery right in Covington. Delicious beers and seltzers - charming rooftop patio.
77 locals recommend
Braxton Brewing Company
27 W 7th StCraft brewery right in Covington. Delicious beers and seltzers - charming rooftop patio.
Brunch Spots
If you like bagels, head over to Lil's and grab a couple - you will not be disappointed! There is no indoor seating here, but you can sit on the back patio or take your bagel to go - take a stroll across the Roebling Bridge for views of Cincy and the riverfront.
18 locals recommend
Lil’s Bagels
308 Greenup StIf you like bagels, head over to Lil's and grab a couple - you will not be disappointed! There is no indoor seating here, but you can sit on the back patio or take your bagel to go - take a stroll across the Roebling Bridge for views of Cincy and the riverfront.
West Coast-style cuisine in downtown Cincy - a perfect brunch spot!
33 locals recommend
Maplewood Kitchen and Bar
525 Race StWest Coast-style cuisine in downtown Cincy - a perfect brunch spot!
A perfect place for Brunch. This spot has Belgian inspired recipes including the most decadent waffles you've ever tasted. Our go-to is the chicken and waffles dish.
20 locals recommend
Taste of Belgium at The Banks
16 West Freedom WayA perfect place for Brunch. This spot has Belgian inspired recipes including the most decadent waffles you've ever tasted. Our go-to is the chicken and waffles dish.
A perfect place for Brunch. This spot has Belgian inspired recipes including the most decadent waffles you've ever tasted. Our go-to is the chicken and waffles dish.
81 locals recommend
Taste of Belgium - Over The Rhine
1135 Vine StA perfect place for Brunch. This spot has Belgian inspired recipes including the most decadent waffles you've ever tasted. Our go-to is the chicken and waffles dish.