The 37 best pancakes in Cincinnati

This was a tasty experience. I’ve heard positive reviews about this place, so it peaked my curiosity. The chorizo is phenomenal! It’s housemade. Would recommend for a late Saturday morning brunch.

Possibly the best breakfast cocktail I've ever had and I've drank several in my lifetime! Bourbon based and perfectly balanced. The hash was so tender and full of flavor. We loved it and will return for sure! Tobias went above and beyond!

Great place for breakfast as the three of us all enjoyed our meal. Eating area is spacious and clean. Food was tasty and filling. Service was attentive and friendly. Would definitely eat here again.

Food was just okay - Cincinnati’s flavors are unique, not amazing. I think depending on where you sit, you’ll smell sewer. We requested to be moved to a booth and we could no longer smell the sewer (or whatever it was). I was also annoyed with the service.

This was such a good brunch spot find!!! They had incredible, unique options along with some classics. The food came out fast, service was friendly, and the food was so flavorful and delicious. Truly loved our experience! 1000% recommend the Hoe Benny!!!!

This may be my favorite brunch spot on the planet and we have a thing for brunch. When we travel, we hit brunch spots and this place may have ruined us for anywhere else. Our server Merabti was outstanding, drinks never came close to empty, friendly and fast and he recommended the pollo party which wasn’t even on my radar but I am glad he did. We are coming back tomorrow.

This was an amazing dining experience. We decided to try something new amd absolutely no regrets. We all got something different and left full and satisfied

Maplewood had a pretty solid atmosphere. The food was ok, not great. Service was fast. If you are looking for a quick brunch spot it’s pretty solid. Avocado BLT: 4/5 Burger: 4/5

Walk up and order and they’ll come find you. Water station with old milk jugs to fill up for your table (brilliant). I got the Mediterranean bowl with salmon- DELICIOUS + filling but not super heavy. My mom got the avocado toast and it was really good too (can’t go too wrong with an avocado toast everrrr). The atmosphere was bright, clean and comfortable. TVs to watch if you’re there alone. Cool bar seating too!

This was an outstanding experience all around. They were very accommodating of our large group (7) and found us a great table. The food was excellent, service was outstanding, and the ambiance was perfect.

YOU CAN sell CLEAN HEALTHY food at a competitive price! Grab a menu and order at the counter, seat yourself with a number, and collect your own water as much as you need. The costs saved here helps provide higher QUALITY ingredients for the customer. Organic, cage free, grass fed, local, and locally roasted coffee... they've got it. If you're health conscious and value what you put inside your body, this is your spot. Everything I had was honestly delicious. I will be back here and I assume anything else will also be a banger. I ordered: Cappuccino (add the maple syrup from the pancakes to sweeten, it's local too) Beet and Orange juice (bottled) SIDE of Lemon ricotta pancakes - side is a stack of 2 pancakes (ask for extra compote) Chicken club sandwich Goetta This was PLENTY of food for 2 people. Everything was delicious and surpassed my expectations. Service was very friendly and polite. Don't sleep on this place. It's healthy, exceptional value, delicious, and highly instagrammable if you're into that. Just go.

I cannot believe how unique fresh and delicious are is the plate of Chiliquiles! Like in Mexico, each town, each restaurant, have their own special recipes. Que maravilloso! Halfway through before I thought to take a pic. Whoops? So good! And Triniti at the bar is always so pleasant and makes great cocktails!

This place has a cool aesthetic but for us that's where the vibes ends. Be prepared to wait in a long line to order. The food came pretty quickly but frankly was not good. It was bland. My mimosa was decent but my partners bloody mary was a little dissapointing. All in all, I would classify this spot as mid-leagues. It is not worth a repeat visit for me.

Food was delicious, and staff was very friendly. It was very busy but they cleared tables quickly. The lemon ricotta pancakes were delicious. The chopped salad was hearty and filling. The espresso martini had cinnamon on top which really put it over the top! Would highly recommend this place!!

Group of 16 of us post graduation. Wonderful meal. Excellent and attentive staff. Nice location. Anxious to return!

A throwback mid-century diner in Hyde Park Square area. How is it that I have never eaten here before? Arrived at 11:30 for an early lunch to ensure getting a table without a wait. Lucked out and got metered parking right in front. Service was friendly and my sandwich platter hit the spot. The lunch counter is cool and they even have shirts for sale. You know you are a special restaurant when you have your own merch!

This diner hits all the high notes and none of the low marks. Clean, friendly, fast, great food. This was a hit in our travels. Highly recommend the special toasts and the red, white, and blueberries dish. Don't skip this one!

9/11/25 After a hospital visit, my husband and I stopped at Echo for breakfast. I ordered the eggs Benedict with hollandaise sauce and the country boy style. Both tasted good and were prepared well. My husband had Steph’s Sampler and added bananas and chocolate chips as toppings, though we later found out that came with an extra charge. The pancakes themselves were okay, but a little underwhelming. The staff were very friendly and polite, and I appreciated how quickly we were served, and able to get out. The place is very mom and pop feel. Overall, it was a decent breakfast and convenient stop, but nothing that stood out enough for me to want to make a return visit.

A sweet little place tucked in amongst the buildings located in Hyde Park was definitely a find!!! Just a small diner with alot of old charm. From the time we arrived to being seated was a short wait and the staff was so very friendly including our amazing waitress Tina which all made for a great morning. We enjoyed the Baked Caramel apple French toast, omelet w/ homefries, Steph's sampler and the Hot Mess. Highly recommend as your next breakfast hot spot! Arrive early as the line can easily run out the door and up the sidewalk, but it's definitely worth the wait!

This place has a great diner feel and the staff made me feel like a local! Stephanie, the owner, told us all about the lore of the restaurant which was great fun. Our server Asia was super helpful and attentive. The food was so good too! We got the Hot Mess which was a pile of deliciousness.

Some of the best breakfast I’ve ever had! Me and my fiancé stopped here before we got back on the highway to head home, glad they were open as a lot of places were closed due to it being Monday. We parked, paid and went right in and seated ourselves. Our waitress was attentive and got to us pretty quick. The best potato cakes I’ve ever had! We will be back in Cincy and back to the echo

One of my favorite places to go since I started eating out regularly. Extremely relaxed and comfortable atmosphere, kind and more than accommodating staff, and above all a great menu. If you prefer straight forward and delicious food without needing to overthink your choice, you'll appreciate the one and a half page menu where every option I've tried has been delicious. Great breakfast spot especially!

We had an amazing experience here. The service was welcoming, and we didn't have to wait long to get to our table. The food was good. I wish they had fresh strawberries for the pancake, as most pancake places do. The coffees were great, especially the latte. We would highly recommend this spot, but be prepared to wait for a table, especially on weekends.

This was the perfect fresh breakfast I’ve been searching for. Food was delicious, staff were helpful, and the atmosphere was amazing. The “Bee Cake” pancakes piqued my interest and my waitress was happy to explain. Basically, it’s a gluten free pancake made with honey and pollen that helps the dough raise like a “normal” pancake. However it had a surprisingly familiar mouth feel and a welcomed nutty flavor! Couldn’t be happier! The breakfast sandwich I got was also delicious and fresh. Truly enjoyed this breakfast so much, I might say it’s the best part of the whole city!

First time coming to this place and will never return. It was slightly busy but waiters were just standing around talking to each other. We had to go up to a server to be put on the waitlist and they had told us it’s about a 10-15 minute wait, turned out to be 25-30. Finally got sat and the waitress that was her first day today was very polite and gave us water (she was doing amazing!), our actual waitress took our drink order and didn’t bring out the actual drinks til 10-15 minutes later. I’m assuming smoothies shouldn’t be room temp and melted, she took our food order the same time as drinks and they had been sitting in the window for quite a bit of time. The eggs weren’t hot anymore and had a rubbery texture to them, the potatoes were started to taste cold. Our waitress had only checked up on us once and felt like she was ignoring our table while talking to her coworkers more. Payed a total of 44 dollars just to enjoy warm smoothies and rubbery eggs, Atleast the place was pretty and aesthetic. Our waitresses name was Alejandra R.

Amazing place! We walked into the Sleepy Bee in downtown Cincinnati and, after a short 15-minute wait, got our table. Atmosphere was busy and vibrant, with perfect lighting, cozy, modern, and full of energy. It’s truly the perfect spot for a Saturday late brunch. Our server, Sophia, was wonderful, kind, informative, and full of joy. The food was absolutely delicious, and I was thrilled to see so many gluten free, vegan, and vegetarian options on the menu. Honestly, it’s a 10/10 experience. I’ll definitely be coming back probably a hundred times! Don’t miss this gem!

Unfortunately this place did not come near to satisfying our party of 4. We each ordered a meal that was subpar. Our “chorizo” meals did not have typical “chorizo”, just plain breakfast sausage in the scrambled eggs and burrito. When we inquired about the strange choice of “chorizo”, their response was different areas use different sausage as their chorizo. WTH kind of response was that? In that case just put breakfast sausage in your menu item descriptions, not “chorizo”. The food was subpar and took a long time to come out to our table as we watched it just getting dryer and dryer on the kitchen counter. Unfortunately, the food and the service equal in their subpar nature. We had to ask for water, creamers, sugars for coffee, etc. We will definitely never be going back. The ONLY good thing was the oatmeal I ordered. We had to order another one to go so my wife could eat something satisfying. In total, we had pancakes, burritos, scrambled “chorizo” eggs, egg and bacon platter, and oatmeal. Overall review would be a 1 out of 10.

Love sleepy bee, but got takeout from this location and the quality was terrible. Each meal had only TWO potatoes as a side. TWO! The potatoes are my favorite part, and they came unseasoned, with none of the promised sauce. I’d recommend going somewhere else, unless you want to be ripped off.

I loved this diner for the the breakfast. Lots to choose from the menu. Recommended for kids as well. The plates are huge, we could have shared a meal if we weren't that hungry. From the greater to the staff, everyone was friendly. A must go to if your visiting.

The food and service was amazing! There was a small wait on Sunday morning but nothing outrageous. The menu has something for everyone. The food was cooked to perfection and every one in our group ate every bit of food we had. Our server was amazing! She was super attentive and took great care of us. The only knock was that it was super loud in the restaurant. You could barely understand what someone across the table from you was saying. Kudos to the staff for being able to hear every order with it being that loud!

Unreal Bang for Buck! The food was great. Highly recommend adding the Goetta to your meal. I had never heard of it, but it’s a fun local flair. Definitely want to try the Goetta Benedict in the future. Pancakes were great, love that the recipe has been around for almost a century, along with the syrup. Potatoes were perfect too! The vibe is super fun for kids as well. A fun hint of nostalgia, plus they get to take home a rubber duck.

This is a cute old school diner. I enjoyed the fun atmosphere and appearance of it. The waitress was nice. They were pretty busy, we were there about 10:30 on a saturday morning. I had a breakfast burrito. It was pretty good. But pretty big! Definitely dont need that much food for breakfast! Overall I enjoyed the experience.

Great place for breakfast and the food plate is more than enough. I loved the atmosphere and everyone was so nice. I'm glad we chose this place for breakfast.

I got the philly omelet and hubby got the cinnamon french toast and eggs Benedict which were all amazing! good service and super cute vibe!!! Loved being able to pick out a duck at the end!

Pancakes are great! The stuffed French toast was a 10/10. Omelet was fluffy and filled with toppings. Benedict and club were both awesome.

From the bar, the Sazerac and Hemingway daiquiri were well mixed. My server, Abigail was attentive, very friendly and had timing perfect for each interaction. Thanks Abigail! I loved the deviled eggs unique preparation, the salad fresh as expected and tossed with a nice vinaigrette dressing, the matzah ball soup is a real treat, very rich bone broth seasoned perfectly and served with a generous amount of chicken and vegetables and a wonderful matzah ball. The salmon is well seasoned, was actually cooked more medium well than medium rare and a smaller portion than I expected but still delicious with the brown butter and green beans. Dessert of chocolate pudding was totally accentuated with the crunchy, salty pistachio pieces on top.

Everything about my first time here exceeded expectation. The absolutely sweet young women (sisters) who greeted us when we came in made us feel so welcome. The two guys behind the bar were fun, friendly, and helpful. The food was delicious. As a non-meat-eater I jumped at the idea of a blackened Mahi Reuben, and it did not disappoint. It was messy and glorious at the same time. Not a fan of the French fry dipping sauce, but just didn't eat it. If this picture of the two guys behind the bar doesn't give you the perfect idea of the vibe here, I don't know what would. We absolutely loved the entire experience and I will definitely add Sacred Beast to my regular rotation. I'm an idiot for not doing it before now!

We came bc I had outpatient surgery & the nurses at St E suggested we go for the lemon ricotta pancakes, and that did not disappoint! I took a to-go menu to share with friends because we loved it so much! Definitely a spot to frequent if you like an original & absolutely delicious meal! Service was also amazing.

Who doesn’t love breakfast for dinner? If breakfast isn’t your thing, don’t worry—our appetizers are just as irresistible. Whatever you choose, it’s comfort on a plate. You’ll leave happier than when you walked in. Pro tip: Going to music hall? Stop here first.

Best brunch we have had in a long time! The deviled eggs are remarkable and the Bloody Mary was probably the best I ever had. You've got to try the goetta sausage as well. Excellent quality all around. They have ample seating outside if the weather is nice.

I've been here tons of times over the years. It's always consistent and delicious! It's one of my favorite places to have breakfast/brunch. I would highly recommend trying the bread pudding French toast and cheesy eggs when visiting!

Where to even start? On Sunday 09/28/25 I made a reservation for Saturday 10/04/25 @ 7pm. We are regulars at OTR restaurants and have visited most of them in that “cluster” but had not tried Sacred Beast. We live in SE Indiana and it takes us about 35 min to drive in and we know we have to find parking in OTR so we give ourselves plenty of time. Well we arrived ahead of schedule because the drive in and parking were a breeze so we are there about 20 min early. The hostesses told us our table wasn’t ready and it would probably be ready hopefully by 7. They told us we could have a seat and then pointed to 2 chairs that were separated by a coat rack or we could sit at the bar. We chose the bar. We were greeted immediately but then completely ignored for the next almost 15 minutes. Finally got our drinks and our table was ready. We were seated at a two top table (which was great) right next to the patio door. My back is now right where everyone going in and out to the patio has to pass by. This is not relaxing or enjoyable. We made reservations, waited all week, arrived on time and waited patiently to find out that Sacred Beast wasn’t going to give us the same level of attention that we had given them. We went down the street and ate at Kruger’s Tavern where we were greeted and treated like they truly appreciated us. The attached photo is our food at Krueger’s. It was delicious

First and last time we will go there. The owner told the patron with a service animal that if the dog barked again, they had to leave. However, she didn't say anything to the worker who was digging in her mouth and didn't wash her hands after before serving a drink and food. The food was OK, but the drink was not sweet enough for me and honestly tasted like the espresso shot had been sitting there too long.

It's a little place but they offer a lot! Between pick up orders,outside seating, a walk up window and excellent food it's worth the slight wait. They even have 2 mens/women's rest rooms instead of those tight gods'awful stalls. Will be going back!

The staff and atmosphere were both nice. The service was exceptionally quick. I was not impressed with the food. Most of it was bland and boring. The goetta was disappointing. Not salty enough or flavorful. Coffee tasted burnt. One food item that was really good was the butter that came with a biscuit. It almost tasted like butter and sour cream mixed together. Delicious!

One of the best brunches I've had in Cincinnati in a while. Service was great and the food was perfect. Ordered a Goetta up and go with the egg over easy. Egg was cooked to perfection and the sandwich was delicious. The pancakes were not overly sweet and the latte was well done. We'll gladly be back again soon!

A ton of very good food choices for breakfast and lunch served fast. Lots of build-your-own and protein options. Omelettes are great, as are the churro pancakes. The salads are filling. I usually add a side of chicken to everything. Popular on the weekends, so get there earlier to shorten your wait. They have a pickup window and outside seating is available.

Oh. M. G. This was amazing!!! I had the huevos rancheros and added pork chorizo. My friend had biscuits and gravy and its HUGE!! Very cute atmosphere and pleasant staff! My only warning is for the kids menu.. the sausage is SPICY!! It's good for adults, maybe not so much for the littles. We plan to come back for lunch!

This is a popular location! There was a short wait of 10 minutes to be seated. While waiting to be seated we looked over the menu. Once seats were available we placed our order at the counter and not even 10 minutes later our delicious breakfast was at our table! This is a place to check out if you’re ever in the over the Rhine area of Cincinnati.

We waited for quite a while (with our large party) to be seated, because it was so packed, and by no fault of anyone there. But it was so worth it for the delicious brunch we all enjoyed! I had the special Raspberry Ricotta French Toast and oh man, it was good. I’ve never had a bad experience at a First Watch. Highly recommend!!

First Watch is my very favorite ! Never disappoints. Service is always efficient and pleasant and timely. Food is fresh and yummy. Pricing is good for the wonderful service and yummy food !

It’s great to go to a place and always have a great experience. First time at this particular First Watch. Delicious food any day of the week and in any state! My server was wonderful!

I love first watch! It’s one of my favorite brunch spots. The menu has a ton of options and I love that you can substitute things you like, like what kind of eggs, and bread you like. They even have a gluten free bread option! The drinks are great as well. It’s totally worth trying. Definitely worth the price.

Everything has always been great at First Watch. We use the app to get in line which saves time. Servers are friendly and attentive and work to make your experience positive. The food was the issue today. We decided to try the new maple bacon croissant sandwich. Unfortunately there was NO bacon on the sandwich. We had to flag down our server who promptly got the bacon for us to add. The sandwich was really good once we had the bacon to add.

Still like favorite item: the trifecta with chicken sausage. Today enjoyed a healthy juice w/turmeric/beet/lemon/etc. Service quick & food served hot. Like quick checkout on phone. But server forgot to put in my to-go order I requested when I initially placed order.

I’m not from the area and decided to stop in for a bite to eat. That’s when I met the most amazing server, Allison! She was so kind and helpful, making me feel welcome right away. She even gave me the option to sit up front with her so she could keep me company — such a thoughtful gesture that truly made my visit special. Thank you, Allison, for going above and beyond!

So many good options we couldn't decide. Went with the German style pancakes. Very good. Staff was fantastic and attentive. Price is great.

While visiting Cincinnati for a weekend getaway, we found The Original Pancake House through a Google search. This is a super neat and very attractive restaurant that is in a strip mall, but is distinguished by its lovely yellow and white striped awning. We were greeted by the friendly staff at the hostess station and seated right away. Our server was very friendly and helped us in deciding what to order from their extensive menu. I had the corn beef hash with poached eggs and rye toast and my husband had the Michaels Special which was eggs Benedict with sausage and sauteed mushrooms and came with a side of potato pancakes. We both had their fresh-squeezed orange juice. Everything was delicious and service was stellar. I think the star of the show was the potato pancakes. Overall this was a flawless meal and anytime I am in Cincinnati, I will be eating here.

Absolutely amazing service, despite being very busy on a Sunday morning! The Dutch baby was unbelievably tasty but the shining star was the apple pancake! We couldn’t come close to finishing either as the portions are huge, but we certainly enjoyed every single bite we could fit in!

The portions are big and the people are friendly here. We had the western omelet breakfast with 3 buttermilk pancakes. The omelet uses four eggs, so it was quite hearty. There was nothing special about the pancakes, though that came with the omelet. The freshly squeezed orange juice was pretty good. They were very busy, but the service was fast enough. We got a window seat, which was nice, but there was a fly buzzing around the whole time. We asked the waiter to kill the fly 🪰 and he grabbed a magazine from somewhere and murdered the fly. The clientele was of the older generation. The locals seem to like this pancake house. We met some very friendly locals there and they gave this place very high marks. Overall, I felt like the food was average, but I would come back here again.

I went here with my boyfriend for a breakfast date. IHOP called me after, but this place had me saying "New number, who dis?" If you want that old diner feel without the grime, try this place. If you regret it, well maybe you were rude to the staff because their food is 🔥

The Original Pancake House has fantastic food—there's no denying it. Every time I go, the pancakes are fluffy, the eggs are cooked perfectly, and the bacon is smokey. It’s the kind of breakfast that hits the spot every time. However, there are some major downsides. The hours are weird and inconsistent, so don’t count on it being open when you think it should be. Service is okay—some servers are friendly and efficient, others not so much, but you’ll usually get what you need without much hassle. Now for the biggest issue: the place is filthy. The ceiling tiles are stained from water damage, the ceiling fans and lights are absolutely caked in dust, and the walls are chipped, worn-out wood that looks like it hasn’t been touched in years. The floors are consistently slippery, which feels both gross and unsafe. If they ever did a deep clean and freshened up the place, it could easily be a 5-star breakfast spot. But until then, just know you’re trading a delicious meal for a dingy environment. Oh... And it's overpriced.

The portion sizes are HUMONGOUS!!! I got an omelet and it was the size of the ENTIRE PLATE. Not just the length of the plate. Im talking the CIRCUMFERENCE OF THE ENTIRE PLATE!!! I literally got 3 meals out of it. I took a girlfriend there for her first time. Asked our waitress a recommendation. She got the Dutch Pancake with strawberries and lemon. Her eyes rolled to the back of her head when she ate that and instantly said she was bringing her husband there for a meal. I wish I could give the 10 STARS!!!!

overall fantastic dining experience. our server, alyssa was extremely kind and offered great knowledge and advice regarding the menu. we had the smoked garlic bread service to start (not pictured), which was phenomenal to say the least. next, we were gifted a half order of their parmesan truffle fries that were… addictive. then, out came the pork belly steamed buns. these were loaded with pork belly, barbecue, sriracha, and pickle and were unreal. the stars of the show were, however, undoubtedly the 32oz bone-in waygu ribeye (served sliced for sharing) and the brussels sprouts. the ribeye was charred to perfection, and melted in our mouths. the brussels sprouts were also the best we have ever had; they were tossed in honey mustard and served with candied walnuts (i believe they were walnuts). finally, somehow we managed to finish it all off with their amazing s’mores dessert. this meal was, as stated previously, an experience, as all meals should be. i would more than recommend trying Red Feather Kitchen if you have not already.

Absolutely phenomenal from start to finish! We were immediately greeted with the aroma from their wood-fired stove. As someone who loves a good bonfire, it was a nice surprise. We started with whipped ricotta. It was super creamy and had a bit of honey for that kiss of sweet. The bread was perfect: crispy on the outside but soft and floofy on the inside. I chose the roasted beet salad while R had the asparagus soup. I could have licked my plate. For mains I chose the filet and the Hubbs had the pork chop. My steak was perfectly prepared and came with the most creamy and unique avocado side I’ve ever experienced. R proclaimed his pork chop the best he’s had since the county fair of his youth. That’s high praise! We found a little pocket for some s’mores dessert. It was one of the pricier dinners we’ve had, but it was worth every penny.

My favorite dining experience I have had in a while. First off, Camille, our server, was fantastic. She gave great service and wonderful recommendations as well as a full rundown of the menu since we had never been there before. The table started out with the ricotta baguettes and the crispy chicken skins- both were phenomenal. I got the scallops which were cooked to perfection. The others got the gnocchi, shrimp and grits, and the burger; everyone loved their entree. We will definitely be back!

Excellent service. Waiter was very knowledgeable about the menu. Was able to taste a few wines before making a decision. Very hard to choose what mealto get. Salmon was delicious. Whipped ricotta was very tasty. . Small seating area. Noise level was good. Excited to go back and try the steak.

I supposed I am putting a high expectation as they advertised themselves as a upscale dinning environment. First of all, don't get me wrong! the food are awesome, I was super surprised about their pork chop and braised pork which blew my mind! However, the service was not what I anticipated. When they place our utensils, they hand the utensils to us instead of placing them in the right place. The way they provided the services just not that upscale.

I honestly had never heard of Red Feather until this Christmas when my Aunt gifted me a card to this establishment. I wasn't sure what to expect and that may be why my review is so high. The restaurant was small but the flavors were outlandishly large. The chef and kitchen pay fine attention to the smallest details and it's so very evident. I went with the winter menu Alabama White BBQ which is totally out of the norm for me, but came with a rave review from the waiter. He was not wrong. The mayo BBQ and peppery rub with honey mustard pecans brussel sprouts was wonderful and to die for. The prep took a bit longer to come but the wait was every bit worth it when I got to dig into the country comfort food to mix that chicken and cheddar grits together. I witnessed the 38oz Ribeye and the Filet Mignon all delicately plated with yums from my party. The location and ambiance make this a perfect date night trip, although it'll cost you, it's well worth it.

Run right now to get some of the best food you'll ever have. This is an experience too! It's so lovely. Crispy chicken skins. Amazing. Steak. Amazing. Parmesan truffle fries I died went to heaven and came back when I tasted them. So good. Honestly everything they made was so well executed and delicious I was amazed by it! 10/10 go!!

Wild Eggs was a good experience, we made a reservation in the morning we arrived but they said it didn’t register but we still got in right away. After we were sat our server didn’t come acknowledge us for 15 minutes or so. They said they thought others were joining us but still strange to not come take drink orders. The food was very good. I had the breakfast lasagna which I was very pleasantly surprised with. My wife had a skillet she really enjoyed with French toast. We also tried the cinnamon roll which was okay, kinda hard on the top which we didn’t enjoy but the middle was tasty. The fresh orange juice mimosas were a hit and the coffee was just okay. Overall would try it again as the menu is vast and had a lot of things that looked good!

The coffee drink I ordered was very tiny and underwhelming. I got the eggs benedict with the fried potatoes, the food was good. Although, they were out of the bourbon pecan crepes that I originally ordered. When my friend got the table, he said that there would be children, when my children came to the table they did not give them kids menus. I had to go out of my way and ask for kid menus, then once we got them and minutes later, I had to go out of my way again to ask for crayons. Why do I need to ask for these things? It should be standard practice. Basic things. Our waitress was nice but when she gave us our check she said she was the only one working at this time. They were not very busy and I saw two other workers in the corner but I'm not sure what they were doing if they could not be waitressing. I would not go back.

My colleague and I stopped by this joint to try it out during our work visit. The atmosphere was great and we all agreed that the food was tasty. I got the country fried steak and was surprised how big it was, definitely a bang for the buck. Our only complaint if any, was that service was a bit slow for being the only ones in the restaurant at the time, however, our server was nice and knowledgeable about the menu. We recommend stopping by, just give yourself a little extra time.

A great breakfast spot! We had breakfast this past Sunday, and everyone enjoyed their meals. The blueberry lemon cream cheese stuffed toast was the star of the meal!

Love this place. Flavorful choices. Eggselent breakfast spot. If you are looking for one of the best gooey cinnamon rolls around, this is it! Highly recommend!

To start off, lattes were very weak like they didn’t change the espresso when they brewed the 2nd cup. Food had no flavor, they completely forgot to add seasoning. My steak omelette was spoiled and the waitress (Michelle) told me it might be might tastebuds. I ordered Texas toast and she assured me that it was Texas toast but it was just regular toast and over toasted. My husband ordered poached eggs but got hard boiled eggs. I have been in the industry for a very long time and I know what food is supposed to look and taste like. Very disappointed in the whole experience.

Was happy to see that they had gluten free pancakes. Visited twice and had a good experience both times. Apple juice and orange juice will charge you $5 so watch out for that.

Came here after watching an episode of Diners Drive ins and Dives...sadly we were extremely disappointed. The service staff were wonderful!!!! There were 2 tables of customers that had both already eaten when we arrived and still waited over 20 mins for our food. My husband got the Pittmaster platter with smoked turkey and burnt ends. The turkey and red beans and rice were good, but the burnt ends were swimming in sauce. I got the Pendleton Porker sandwich and had to order my side separately at an extra cost. The sandwich was mediocre and not the sandwich that was shown on DDD and about half the size of it( you can see it was limp bacon, not pork belly) and the pulled pork was barely there, but the red beans and rice were flavorful. The rib tips that we ordered were nothing but cartilage and not very good. Unless you order the red beans and rice to go, I wouldn't waste my time or money here.

I ordered the Pendleton Porker with beans & rice followed with mac n’ cheese. The sandwich was packed with flavor, I savored every bite to have it last longer. Sides were good, complimented the sandwich well. BUT THE BANANA PUDDING Look, this pudding made me think I now understand how Kanye West stayed with Kim Kardashian longer (because she made good banana pudding). This banana pudding is light, sweet, and all around probably one of the best deserts in the city. I’m telling you- you NEED to try it!

We picked up a large carry-out order today for a family party. The food was amazing. My personal favorite was the pulled pork but we had plenty of votes for the ribs, brisket, turkey and mac n cheese. It was easy to place our order online and the food was ready at Noon as requested. We did have a small glitch with our order but the manager immediately reached out and resolved the problem. He exceeded my expectations, and I appreciate his thoughtfulness. We have ordered carry-out in the past and have also eaten in the restaurant. Lucius Q never disappoints. Highly recommend!

My friend came in town for Sunday Funday and he was craving BBQ. I have yet to try any other BBQ spots here in the city, mostly the suburbs and I’ve lived in the Cincy/NKY area since this past August . It was the first place to pop up on my Apple Maps so we decided to go and give it a shot. When we first walked in, we almost didn’t stay because there was maybe one a couple that was sitting down and just the workers, at first so we waited at the host station which is down the steps when you first come in. The host told us to sit anywhere and we did . The food and the drinks did not disappoint at all . My friend had the platter and the steak quesadilla special they had for $8.99 and I had the Pendleton Porker which was once featured on the Food Network show “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives” which is one of my favorite shows as well . We were there for less than an hour and the waitress was amazing as well, I believe her name was Jamela. She definitely kept us in the loop with the happenings in the city for us as well. Great food and great atmosphere. I can’t wait to go back soon!

Amazing bbq! Found this from DDD and completely see why it was on the show. Well priced, quick service and most importantly delicious food. Highly recommend in the area

You gotta stop in here if you're in Cincinnati. Excellent BBQ & cheap beers! There is always sports on & looks like there is live music at night (maybe on weekends). The pork belly melts in your mouth. We got the Pen and the Farm to split for 10 people, and it was definitely enough food. The mac and cheese was also fantastic.

I was genuinely blown away by the food here! The burnt ends were melt-in-your-mouth and wonderfully caramelized. The dry rub wings were excellent and I regretted only getting six! Loved the hot lucius and bama white sauces on the wings. Definitely worth a visit if you are in the Cincinnati area!

Best diner breakfast I've had in my 3 years here in Cincy. The pancakes were absolutely perfect. And the prices are great too (just remember to bring cash). Only wish I had started coming here sooner. If there's one downside, it's that there were no meat alternatives to pork. There were no turkey variations and I couldn't get chicken either.

Went to proud rooster many times during undergrad for breakfast and finally made it back a few years later. This will always be one of my favorite hidden gems in Clifton. You cannot beat the prices especially for the quality of food. This time I finally tried the fried chicken and it was so good! Hope to make it back again soon when I am in Cincinnati one time as this place is such a good eat. It is cash only- which we knew going in as we’ve been before but just a heads up if you’ve never been. We’ve gotten all kinds of things on the menu before from pancakes to French toast to omelettes, hoagies and more and have never been disappointed.

I called to place an order the lady that answered was very rude and unprofessional. She continued to cut me off before even starting the order. The owner needs someone else answering the phone because that was unacceptable.

Awesome little place. You gotta try the Goetta meat. Fresh made everything.

Came back from Spain to my old favorite breakfast place. As incredible as always after 5 years away from Cincinnati! Bacon and cheese folded omelet and spicy crispy goetta just perfect! Great to see Bob still as cheerful as ever!

First time at this blue-collar joint, and enjoyed it very much. Western omelet, bacon, and fried potatoes with onions - not the healthiest, probably, but tasty. And inexpensive. Found parking right across the street - meter was $2.50 for two hours. We'll be back.

Old school diner with good food and shockingly reasonable prices. Wait staff were good and cooks and cashier were also nice.

This was my first visit to the restaurant, and it will also be my last. The food was disappointing. I ordered a burger, which I knew might not be the best choice, but I expected it to be tasty. Unfortunately, it was salty and tasted stale. The service was poor as well. I asked the waiter for some tabasco sauce, and although he said he would bring it, he forgot. When I reminded him, he claimed I hadn’t asked for it. He also seemed a bit upset and blamed the loud TV for the misunderstanding. Additionally, the soft drinks were supposed to be refillable, but not once did he come by to ask if we wanted anything or if our food was okay.

Food was good, good menu friendly staff and great atmosphere! They were slammed when we went and service was still excellent and polite. Great beers on tap and huge selection.

Perfect pregame vibes—fun, lively atmosphere that got us hyped for the game! The servers were absolutely fantastic—friendly, fast, and on point. We loved everything about it and can’t wait to go back! 🙌⚾🍻

I’ve been to the Yard House in Cincinnati and also the one in Indy, and honestly, I love this place for the vibe and some of the appetizers. The Brussels sprouts are a standout—absolute perfection every time. Crispy, flavorful, and probably my favorite thing on the menu. I ordered the Cajun jambalaya with jasmine rice, shrimp, and crawdads. It was okay—decent but not amazing. I expected it to be spicier and a bit more saucy; it felt a little dry and underwhelming for a dish that should pack some punch. We also had hamburgers. Nothing to write home about—just basic. The bacon on one was burnt, which definitely didn’t help. Overall, the place is still a win for me because of the atmosphere and some consistently good small plates like the Brussels sprouts, but the entrees felt a little “meh” on this visit.

Some of the best food ive ever had. We ordered the margherita pizza and nashville hot chicken sandwich. Highly recommend!

The Chicken nacho platter was huge and a great value. Fresh ingredients tasted great. The Korean tacos were amazing. The negatives were the shrimp tacos they were very fishy. The rice a bean are okay nothing special.

What an Awesome experience!!! My first time here and I absolutely loved it!! The food was well above my expectations. I am soo satisfied.

Canr came here after having a really good recommendations from a friend and the place really lived up to the hype. Husband and I got a salad and the chicken and waffle plate. Not going to lie. Everything on the menu looked extremely delicious and extremely creative so it was hard to make a choice here. Garden Salad - Added some Grilled Chicken to the salad and it was actually quite a good one. Ingredients were all fresh and went really well together. Didn't even need to add much dressing to it. Eckerlin goetta - We ordered this on the side because its one of the must try items in Cincinnati. Quite a unique flavor and texture, but actually something I would recommend trying. The Fried Chicken went believeably well with that Waffle. No wonder it's one of the popular dishes! The biggest highlight for me was that waffle. I don't know what it was with that waffle but it was a different type of Belgian waffle which was dense and cakey with a little bit of sugary crust outside and it was so so so beautiful. I noticed that they sell some waffles to go as well and little gift bags and that ready would be a nice thing to take for home or even to give someone. Could not recommend this food more! Only reason I'm taking off a point here is the service was extremely slow. We had to call them a couple times to add something on and had to actually follow up and ask where it was. Same thing with asking for an extra waffle where they just took so long even though it was quite a simple thing to bring out.

Driest, coldest, most unwelcoming staff ever. Smiled at the bartender. Nothing. Smiled at several servers. Nothing. The hostess is so soft spoken and nonchalant she should be working back of house not with customers. And to top it off I waited 20 minutes for pretzels with beer cheese and was given stiff, crusty, disgusting mush. I live in OTR and just wanted a quick snack. I regret stopping in here.

I think it’s a cute place. I would love to go for a dine in experience. Staff was superrrrrr nice and made sauce recommendations. Chicken could have been seasoned a little more. The chicken sandwich was still good. I definitely liked the fried one better than the grilled.

Great food. Service is good enough. Sometimw great sometimes off. Atmosphere is nice, especially inside.

The music play list and mimosa flight was phenomenal. When visiting Cincy, I'll definitely come back. The waffles are unique and chicken was well seasoned and. Delicious!

The service we got here was good! But the food was disappointing. We came because the mussels gratin sounded amazing, but they were out of that, so we ended up ordering the Brussels sprouts, a Niçoise salad with tuna, and a brunch burger. Thoughts: The Brussels sprouts were pretty good but so salty, and were missing the bacon. The brunch burger was good and the waffle bun was a cute idea, but in reality it was really difficult to eat. (Plan to use a fork and knife, which isn’t a big deal.) The sad thing was the Niçoise salad. The dressing was greasy, the fingerling potatoes were missing, and most tragically- the tuna was overcooked, mealy and dry. I actually spit it out- it was too bad to even swallow. I’ve never actually had tuna this bad before. (I felt bad complaining but it was inedible.) They offered us dessert, and we got a strawberry crepe which was pretty good. So no complaints about the service- our server was really friendly and helpful. But I wouldn’t recommend, or at least I’d stear clear of the Niçoise salad completely.

The food was very tasty, but the service was extremely slow despite there being 3+ staff members and only 1 other diner. It was disappointing. Prices were so-so.

A one and done. The location is great, the drinks were pretty good and the service was great as well. The outdoor seating was nice. Its the food. It was just okay. We tried 3 different tacos and none were anything to get excited about. I likely won't be back.

Bakersfield is the perfect spot for a hangout chill vibe for dinner! Our server Grace was amazing. She walked my party through the menu and described items to a T. She was super attentive and a delight. The seasonal Apple Cider Margarita is a must try for the fall. Started with an array of salsas, queso and guac and all were so flavorful. Entrees came out fast and presented beautifully. The vibe was amazing with Willie Nelson and Johnny Cash on rotation and football on the TVs. 10/10 would recommend!

Pretty good margarita and $5 shots. Tacos had great presentation. We ordered Al pastor, shrimp, fish, chicken, beef.

Bakersfield is always a very good option to get good food and good drinks. I already know 5 locations, INDIANAPOLIS, COLUMBUS, NASVILLE, PITTSBURGH AND OF COURSE CINCINNATI. The food i the same quality in all the locations, I recommend the milanesa torta, the baja tacos, short rib tacos and the short rib queso 🫕, to drink the Bakersfield Margarita is the best in the menu, you can get spicy but traditional is always a good way to be happy, I love the vibes and the service is always friendly.

Food was great and the happy hour deal is awesome. Most notably though, a waitress noticed me waiting for a bathroom with a very upset baby. She immediately asked if I needed anything and I explained that I was needing to nurse. She took me down to their offices to a private bathroom, and brought me a chair to nurse my baby in. She was exceptionally nice and any business that supports mothers automatically has my business.

Tacos and the scene at this place is super awesome. Nice place to relax, people watch, eat good food. The staff was very helpful and welcoming. The food was very amazing. We got the guacamole and chips for an appetizer super fresh guacamole the salsas were addicting it's a must. The carnitas taquitos were good too. We tried different tacos all of them came out hot and freshly made they were all phenomenal. The spicy one was the best. Drinks were good. It's a good date night place for sure. 100% recommend!

We went for an early dinner with other family members. Our first visit. Menu looked great. I ordered the potato taco and it was tasty but it was mostly peppers and onion. It had a tiny tiny half of a very small new potato. It was about the size of a $.25 coin. Staff was attentive. They sat us behind the DJ and even though the music was very good, it was also too loud & was difficult for us to chat as a group amongst ourselves.

I had dinner and breakfast here with my mom. First and foremost, the service was lovely both days: attentive, kind, and respectful! Both waitresses engaged in conversation with us and were very present. My highlights: the shrimp toast was amazing! So so fresh. The bread had a wonderfully soft texture that paired perfectly with the cold, crunchy shrimp salad. My breakfast was delicious. The potatoes were to die for-crispy skin, lots of flaky sea salt—perfect. They gave me a delicious tart jam to pair with my buttery, toasted sourdough. So fantastic. My mom didn’t love her breakfast as much as me. She had the eggs Benedict and said it was “okay.” She wished the coffee was stronger/richer. The homemade lemon cotton candy was creative and refreshing. The salmon dinner didn’t 100% meld for me. I loved the sauce and salmon, but the greens could have used a light vinaigrette. The potato chips didn’t add much to the dish for me. My mom got the gnocchi goat cheese and chicken. So deliciously rich with lots of great flavors and yummy breadcrumbs. We also got the cold asparagus-quite tasty! Overall a must try! Lots of creative and delicious meals.

We had reservations at 6:15 on a Saturday night. We were seated right away and our server Sean (sp) was lovely and very attentive. The space is open but cozy at the same time. We started with two glasses of the French rose- a well balanced wine that went with the dishes we ordered. We were torn between the focaccia with butter and oil, or the fancy focaccia. Sean suggested the fancy one. The focaccia was excellent, but it was covered with so much cheese (not stated in the description), that we could hardly taste the prosciutto jam. We would have much preferred to taste the fluffy bread with a good olive oil or butter and keep it pure. Our second starter was the spicy Ahi tuna toast. It arrived with a very unappetizing looking mixture of a tuna and black garlic mixture that did not look at all like we expected. And the pieces of brioche on which it was served was too thick. The taste was fantastic though. If this dish were tweaked to look better, we would order it again. For our mains we had the Wagyu ravioli, and the Salmon Au Poivre. Upon arrival at the table, the ravioli looked like it had too much sauce, but the sauce was so well-balanced and lighter than it appeared. It was SO delicious. The beef inside was tender and had great beefy flavor. You would think a pepper sauce with 5 kinds of pepper (Sean told us this) would be too strong for salmon, but oh no it was not! The salmon was cooked to a perfect medium rare and had crispy skin. Highly recommend. The bean puree underneath was tasty, but there was no discernable grilled artichoke in the frisee salad. There were two tiny piece of what tasted like canned artichokes. We have eaten at Metropole over the years with a few different chefs at the helm. Chef Cova is making a strong first impression with us. We will joyfully return to try more of his menu.

SO SO GOOD. Favorites were the wedge salad, garlic focaccia, and beef tartare, but everything else was so yummy. Very kind staff on a busy Friday night and everything was delicious. Will for sure come back again!

Our server was knowledgeable, funny, and attentive. Could not ask for more. My wife and I had 4 cocktails and we both loved all 4 of them. We had the tomato and mozzarella to start, it was light and flavorful. For the mains we had the Amish chicken and the salmon with white beans. We enjoyed both dishes, I thought the chicken was maybe the best fried chicken I ever had. We got dessert too and guess what.... I have been to a lot of hotel restaurants and usually they are lack luster at best but this one is a true gem. The Metropole is easily one of Cincinnati's best restaurants hidden right in front of us.

I have been coming to Metropole since 2018. While it's always been a good experience, Chef Cory, the current executive chef, has elevated the dining experience to a level that is on par with Agni in Columbus. The skill demonstrated in his dishes is not commonly found in Cincy and will delight even the most experienced restaurant patrons. The gnocchi is outstanding and gave me pause after every bite. The beef cheek ravioli contains layers of complex flavors that somehow comes together so well. Finally, the cruller is made fresh and so delicious and warm that all of us had to order our own. Every dish we had was memorable and culminated in the best meal I've had in years. Highly recommend checking this place out, especially if you haven't been for a while.

I went to brunch here this past Saturday, and the food and service was amazing! I got the B.E.C. Sandwich; highly recommend. And if you get the chance to, definitely try to get Kennedi as your waitress. She was so much fun and just made the whole experience for our first time coming here that much better. It was a great start to the day. And we will for sure be back in the future!

Nice ambiance but the restaurant smelled like sewage. We waited over an hour for food; it was modestly busy but not busy enough the justify a wait this long. Food was served hot and was very good. The service at the bar was inattentive and vaguely snarky. The manager delivered our food and made modest apologies for the wait but no offer to make it right. I'm just visiting but would not go back.

I’ve been wanting to try Mira’s for a long time. I made a dinner reservation online. I got the jicama ensalada, it’s was a little bitter but still fresh and served as a good starter. We got the ceviche de camarones, so shrimp. So good, very fresh a little tart. I love plantains any style but they complimented well. The short rib empanadas we my favorite. The had so much flavor and I loved the sauce. I also really enjoyed the pork belly tacos they were so so tender. The bartender made us a blanco cucumber marg as a dealer choice that was perfect. I will say there spicy marg are spicyyy. You’ve been warned lmao

Juan was excellent. Very friendly and knowledgeable. We made the mistake of not being very hungry, because everything was incredible and we wish we were able to try more. We tried the white sangria, tostones y guacamole, jamón serrano, patatas bravas, and tacos de lengua. The tostones and tacos were my two favorites. Their flavors were well balanced and comforting. Overall it was a very nice experience and it makes senses that they are a James Beard nominated restaurant.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Spectacular dining experience at Mita’s! From start to finish, this was one of the most enjoyable meals we’ve had in Cincinnati. Every small bite was a flavor explosion; just one after another, each more creative and delicious than the last. The burgers were excellent, the cheeseboard was fantastic, and the empanadas were absolutely to die for. And then came dessert… the cheesecake and cookies were beyond amazing; the perfect sweet finish. As good as the food was, what really made the evening special was the service. Our server, Carmen, was outstanding; engaging, polite, and full of great conversation that made us feel right at home. She truly elevated the experience. As the owners of Grounded All Day Café in Lexington, we know the importance of both spectacular food and genuine hospitality; Mita’sdelivers both in spades. Whenever we leave our hometown for Cincinnati, it’s such a joy to find a place that makes us feel so welcomed and so well fed. Five stars all the way!

Recommend making a reservation. Go to spot for anniversary and special occasions. I’m not a fan of margaritas but Mitas margaritas are top notch! Pork belly tacos are heaven. Always go for the bread with romesco, shishito peppers, hamburguesas, and tostones and guac. Favorite restaurant in the area!

I love every single dish I have ever received. If you think you know what's it's going to taste like, expect to be impressed as they somehow have a way of elevating flavors I didn't know was possible. I dream of the bread and olive oil, I have tried to recreate the shishito peppers, and I will always order the chef's specials. Mitas seems to outdo themselves over and over again. This is my favorite restaurant, hands down the best you can get.

The food is very delectable, it will dance on your taste buds. You will leave very satisfied and probably with no leftovers. I actually had a hard time getting out of my chair because I was so full. The service is absolutely wonderful. The staff is super nice, warm, and friendly. The pay attention to the needs of their customers. The ambiance of the restaurant is warm and Friendly. I would highly recommend this spot if you like good vibes and amazing food.

Wow! I’ve dined all other the world at Michelin star restaurants and this really impressed me! As a vegetarian it can be tough to find a great tapas menu that’s interesting but this James Beard award winning locale manages it!

My wife and I enjoyed our time at the restaurant for dinner. The bread and salad nibbles were fantastic. While I wanted the salmon I changed to the steak at the recommendation of the waiter to the steak. It was over seasoned but a great cut of beef. My wife liked but didn’t love her schnitzel. Good wine selection. Great service.

I came here to celebrate a friend's new job (sadly she's moving away to save lives in NYC). Firstly they were accommodating: gave her a mask as she forgot hers, and got us mimosas (yummy!) despite it being after brunch hours. Ambiance was good with safety precautions in mind. Food: the bread (grilled and crispy) with bone marrow butter...was FANTASTIC! The pork jowl with grits was also very good, the pork was tender but had a nice crispy and seasoned outer coating, with tasty grits. The burger was very good as well, with proper bacon on it. With the chuck roast sandwich, the meat was bland, and despite having the jam spread with it that's both sweet and spicy, this was not enough to make it a dish I would recommend. The fries and the dark chocolate pot de creme were average. Overall, the service was very good and I would recommend trying Salazar.

Delectable cocktails, scrumptious food and a great server made our visit to Salazar a truly fine dining experience. Their way of cooking Brussels sprouts is simply the best, oysters sandwich is a must try, and falafel was so tasty and moist that I had to watch out not to swallow my tongue. The three cocktails we enjoyed - love letter, fresh heat and killer queen - tasted as delicious as dangerously smooth . Save some space for dessert, their house-made icecream opens up in your mouth with layers of yumminess.

Salazar, by Chef Jose Salazar, was the best experience and surprise we had on a 24h connection in Cincinnati. I would say it's a special diamond in the city and a must go, if you have the opportunity. A reservation is recommended. We didn't get a seat inside (our fault), so we had our dinner on the tables outside, which was also pretty good. The service is exceptional. They know a lot about the ingredients and food they are serving, they help you choosing drinks, make sure you don't run out of water, and always with a smile and great mood. We chose Salazar because it is presented as a farm-inspired, local and regional sourced restaurant, that reflects a truly Cincinnati experience. I believe the menu changes over time and season, as I didn't find everything that was on the photos. Anyway, we did the right coices. 🦪 oyster sandwich - the most surprising and tasty dish! Very well balanced with a fried oyster and spicy kimchi, and the flavours of the radish sprouts and garlic mayo. It was an appetizer, but this could easily turn into my main dish. 🐟 Grilled Hamachi Collar - so well cooked, soft, tasty, and with a perfect ginger-tumeric sauce. Sided with some crispy black rice crackers. 🍔 The double smashburguer - from local grass fed cows, which shows how Salazar cares about what he puts in his restaurant. Asked for the extra egg. Didn't regret my choice. Perfect pickle (i would love them to be home made, but I am no sure), with aged cheddar and a potato bun, was for sure one of the top burguers I had. 🍗 Amish chicken paillard - it was not my dish, but I could try it. Was surprisingly soft inside, and crispy outside. 🍨 There was still room for a sweet treat. We were enchanted by the honey ice cream and the coffee ice cream. We had both, and although I was mostly curious about the first, it was the coffee one that won. It was creamy, strongly flavoured and delicious. Prices, for a non-american, portuguese visitor, are of course a bit high. We paid around $200 for 3 people (including tax and tip). But it is worth it and it is a fair price. I am probably not returning to Cincinnati again, so if you have the opportunity, please do visit this amazing restaurant. Congrats to all the team at Salazar!

I loved my experience at Salazar Restaurant (3/30/23). Great food, great service and wonderful ambience, overall a real treat! Food: - we started with the little fried oyster sandwich. Our server suggested we order one per guest which was a good recommendation. They are small (about two bites) but they are packed with flavor- delicious buns and kimchi with a bite, would definitely order this again. - also got the 89s acre green salad. This was probably my least favorite dish- but still pretty good, felt it was a little salty, and a bit too much cheese (not even sure how that could be possible because I love cheese but I wanted to taste the greens more). Mains: -got the falafel which was cooked to perfection! Crispy outside and soft center. Definitely add the mixed greens to this order it will really elevate the dish, the greens were INCREDIBLE, probably one of my most favorite salads ever. The naan is also amazing, super well cooked soft and crispy at the same time. I loved this dish! - my partner got the burger. It was good and added a side of fries. The max sauce is Siracha mayo. - would have probably ordered the cookie for dessert but I’m they were sold out by the time we ordered 😕 - drinks were great. Would recommend the love letter cocktail and the J&T (non alcoholic) was super tasty and fresh. The J&T was served with a metal straw- sustainability for the win! SERVICE: - we had Allen M. Super caring server with great suggestions. We also asked for recommendations of what to do while in town and he made a hand written list with about 10 places and things to do with little descriptions- so incredibly nice. AMBIENCE: - weird to mention the floor at a place but the tile work is incredible and compliments the yellow decor. Overall a really special gem of a place, will return next time we are in town!

The oyster and kimchi sandwich was great! The main dishes tasted a little too strong for us, but I still liked the Ohio wagyu steak. The cheese cake itself was good, but I didn’t think the toppings were needed. We liked the chocolate mousse. The staff were pleasant.

Update: Had to have it one last time at the original location before they temporarily close to reopen in a new larger location. Harvest Moon cocktail is an aesthetical and delectable delight Restaurant Week is building momentum with a visit to Salazar - the eponymous OTR restaurant by Chef Jose Salazar Supreme dining experience. Fine dining without being overly pretentious or breaking the bank. 1. Cocktail: Love Letter Refreshing spring evening drink while the sun was still out. For food, went with the Spring restaurant week special dinner menu 2. First course: Parisian Gnocchi. Intricate and Exquisite! Subtle medley of savory flavors and textures (crisp, soft, smooth) with each ingredient shining on its own and coming together harmoniously! And something to be said about the color of the presentation. Felt it represented a bright spring evening perfectly. This was a grandslam home run gnocchi creation by Chef Salazar and his team. Probably the best gnocchi dish I have had, ever! 3. Second course: Blue corn Hurache Vegetables in this really pleasant artisanal presentation of Hurache included English peas, radishes and asparagus as part of the spring vegetables medley, along with refried beans, salsa and crema- all delicately elevating the star of the show - a perfectly prepared Hurache! Great follow up to the gnocchi first course. Jumping across the pond seamlessly between the two courses. 4. Third course Dessert: dark chocolate pot de creme with chopped strawberries and vanilla whip. Well , let's just say this unleashed a bit of a sweet tooth in me...and I ended up overshooting the restaurant week menu to order a 4th course add-on dessert 😆 5. Fourth Course: Warm fresh cookie, did I mention warm?... just the perfect way to finish a cool spring night I leave Salazar a happy and full human....again ! Where to next on Wednesday??

I'm a native New Yorker living just outside of Cincinnati, and as anyone in my shoes knows, getting good bagels and pizza outside what was once "home" is a challenge. Most of the bagel places around here are just corporate chains, and while they'll do in a pinch, there's literally nothing special about them. It wasn't until I had an insatiable craving for a good salt bagel that I wound up doing some deeper research and poking around, and I stumbled upon Marx Bagels on Kenwood Rd in Blue Ash. Itch scratched! A legit bagel store with a variety and quality you'll never find in the chains. A clean operation and they haven't disappointed me yet! I come from across town (Butler County) to get my fix on! Please never go out of business!!!

I have been here a few times before and it was okay. I went today and had a terrible interaction/food experience. The guy at the register only greeted and was friendly to the people who looked like him. Got short with my husband when he asked about the salmon bagel. Talked down to him and messed up our order. The way the dude was acting I’m sure he did it on purpose. I don’t trust him with my food. I had to scrape off the cream cheese from my bagel because it tasted like someone put a handful of salt in it. Soda was watered down bagel was hard. I would have let this go if the guy up front wasn’t so mean. I would have let it go if he was consistently mean to everyone but nope. I will never visit this place again. From the crappy bagel to the terrible interaction. I’m done. I’m telling everyone I know to stay a way from this place. I should have asked for my money back. Waste of time and money. Never again.

The cashier was very helpful when it came to picking bagel varieties and cream cheese flavors...they have a ton of both! The desserts looked great, will be going back for those. I love the setup of the place but a lot of the tables were dirty.

Are the people giving 5 star reviews okay? This is quite possibly the worst bagel I’ve ever purchased from a deli. It was incredibly dense, dry, and flavorless. The service and atmosphere were fine, but the food is borderline inedible.

Got the egg sandwich bagel. The egg was burnt. No real half and half for coffee only the processed creamers. Do not recommend.

Customer since I was a kid in the 70s and they had the Roselawn and Springdale locations. I will not be going back. I’ve been waiting to review them after the owner sold to someone new. The bagels are nothing like they were under the quirky bagel guy. Service is not the same but whatever, as long as you still sell a good product, I’ll buy. The bagels are dry, tasteless, and this (very) last batch that I got was uncooked. This has got to be some sort of health code violation and food safety issue not to mention disgusting. Utterly disgusting, the entire middles of the bagel are uncooked, and the outside is hard and dry as a bone. Disappointing. I’ve had decent bagels at a couple of other places in town but for sure will not be back here. That is raw dough you’re seeing. Even my grown kids who loved Marx threw them away. Previous owner, who could be a pain, would never have let this happened, you would’ve been fired on the spot.

Marx Bagels is fantastic! The bagels were fresh, chewy, and full of flavor, with so many great varieties to choose from. The staff is friendly and welcoming. You can tell everything is made with care. Definitely my new go-to spot for bagels in the area!

Vibrant flavor at a reasonable price with a disappointing hygiene. Came in on the reds opening day after this place was recommended by a close friend. Apparently their very own “Turtles” were the item in the menu to order so we ordered two. One in baja style and one in Diablo style which is one of their items with the most heat 🔥 When i walked in, i was a bit confused due to the fact that no one is at the front door to greet or direct you and for a first timer like me— it was baffling. The concept is like a fast food restaurant in which you order off a standardized menu on a board behind the counter and can make requests to add or remove a specific element off each style. The food did take a while to come out. I assume it was because of the time closer to closing time. I was told by one of my friends that this place started as a take out restaurant only in which people would order through the small window on the side of the building which is still there! It started as a late night meal take out and eventually they rented the rest of the space and were finally able to open a dine in area. The ambiance was the unpleasant part of the experience and was definitely concerning. All the tables were dirty and had crumbs from the previous customers, there was no safe place. On a very slow night like this one, i would expect a more hygienic environment or at least an attempt to accommodate new customers to sit and enjoy their meal on a clean space. Also, one of the cooks came out of the kitchen with no gloves nor hair knit to take the trash. Huge red flag for me. The sanitation was the biggest downfall; nonetheless, the food was delightful, vibrant, and unique to their style. The turtles were crunchy packed with flavor and the tortilla which felt more like a pita or gyro was a great portion size considering it was 12$—-not a bad deal. The real kick was brought by the diablo style turtle which had me breathing heavily and making several trips to the self serve water station. It was vibrant, flavor packed, fresh and bold which is very characteristic of a mexican style restaurant. So spicy that it made me reconsider using their restroom. I know it must be a real concern for the maintenance guy there! I recommend getting their spicy crema sauce which settles down the heat and also adds a little kick to your meal. 2 in one which is like magic. All in all, i would come back to order take out but due to their unsanitary conditions, i wouldn’t eat at the restaurant again. Would recommend with caution. 4/5 ⭐️

Trying a new spot for lunch. Maybe I got the worst possible combination (southwest chicken bowl) or maybe the food is just that bad. The chicken literally tastes worse than a Costco rotisserie chicken and that’s super bland. Had the chicken been better I would have enjoyed it a lot more. I think this has potential with a different protein. Super kind man super great service.

Gomez turtles are a must if you’re in Cincinnati. Like Taco Bell on flavor steroids. So delicious and a Cincinnati staple.

We came here after I found it online and read the reviews. Most all of them suggested the Turtle. It did not disappoint! We had the turtle with chicken, Gomez style. It was delicious! It has this crispy cheese crusted exterior and really good Baja sauce. I definitely recommend coming here and getting the turtle and any style you get I’m sure will be good. The guy that waited on us Saturday afternoon was super friendly too! We will definitely be coming back next time we’re in Cincinnati.

Found this place while staying in Cincinnati. The food is incredible. The chips and queso were out of this world. Great little spot that had a revolving door the entire time. The turtle was delightful.

One of my favorite things to do when I’m in Cincinnati is to see well mannered human beings working hard when they are sick, well, rain, shine. Not only do the well mannered human beings of this establishment make fantastic food, but they also make me feel welcomed. Especially that Lee fella!

Nice small hidden joint with delicious food. The Barbacoa was super tender and the portions were on point. First time trying the famous Turtle and it hit home. The cheese crust on the top of the shell was awesome! Great draft selection and will be visiting again.

Ya Mon! This food is Fiyah! From someone who has visited Jamaica several times, this food is on point. The beef patties were better than what I had in Jamaica honestly. Really wish I had time to visit again while I was in town. I gave a 1 on atmosphere bc I really wish we could have sat down and ate the food there. You can’t go in and order. It’s a Togo window only. Looking at thier website if DDD visited what happened to that place?

I really enjoyed the food, while there is no inside dining yet that shouldn't affect their food taste. Loved the jerk chicken, it's really good, and it melts of the chicken bones. The sauce that comes with the rice is also good. The beef patty wasn't my favorite, but it's still good. I would recommend 👌

The pics doesn’t do justice. The food soooo finger licking good. I got the jerk wings with the jerk pasta. The spice has a kick, but the spice is too pleasant. Lastly the pineapple sweet tea, let’s just say I’m savoring it because I don’t wanna drink it all. You gotta come get one of these jerk wings @ Island Frydays 2826 short vine …

We were just in Cincinnati for the weekend and just googled what’s a good place to eat. This place came up as a place to definitely try. This place delivered on our expectations. We have never had Jamaican food before so we didn’t know what to really expect. It was truly amazing and well worth the wait. The people who work here are awesome and super friendly. I’m so glad we gave this place a try and we will definitely be back the next time we are in Cincinnati.

As of July 7, 2022 you still can't dine- in so call ahead. The food was pretty good and they have me a decent amount!!! I had to have my husband finish up my whiting. The Jamaican greens were well seasoned and I loved the pickled vegetables that were put over the fish. I didn't care for the plantains... it was like they weren't cooked through all the way. Hubby's jerck chicken pasta was good even though he said they were skimpy on the chicken. If you're in the Cincinnati area they're with giving a try.

Ive eaten here about five times. I keep trying and I keep getting mediocre. The food isn't bad, but it isn't great. Usually just smothered in some sauce and covered in cheese. Again, its not bad...its just not that great. A lot of options in Clifton, this doesn't make my short list. Ive been told their wings are really good, Ill try those next.

Wow! I ordered the traditional jerk chicken dinner with rice and peas, and jerk fries. The chicken was juicy and packed with smoky jerk goodness! The rice and peas with a bit of gravy also full of flavor. The jerk fries were average, they could have had more seasoning. The staff were friendly and and the prices were reasonable.

This was our first time trying Rich's proper food and drinks. We went there for a friend's bday and they were pretty good with reservations. We started with a few drinks off their menu and everyone really loved their drinks. We then ordered the appetizers which were ahhmaazing. The corn fritters were the highlight for me. The black eyed peas hummus and the veggie wings were also really good. For our main course I tried the Chicken Philly which was equally good as the rest of the food. The Tofu Banh Mi is a great and filling option for the vegetarian. The marinated tofu was really flavorful. Our friends ordered the Hot Honey Chicken, shrimp and grits and the smoked cheddar bacon burger. And everyone was really happy with their food. The entrees do come with plenty of great side options which makes up for their higher prices. Our server also took great care of us. I would have given them a 4.5 if I could. We will definitely come back !!

I had a lovely lunch here. Service was good. Menu is limited but we’ll curated. They have fresh oysters. And specials on oysters on Wednesdays, starting at 4pm. The Hot honey chicken sandwich was delicious. The only downside to a the parking situation (admittedly, there was a lot of road construction ongoing, early May 2024). A bonus: good amount of outdoor seating (picnic tables and regular tables, with umbrellas for the sun).

My husband and I went there for lunch. They weren’t very busy very nice atmosphere. The bartender was also our waitress and I ordered the hot honey fried chicken sandwich with the fries and a side of collard greens and let me tell you the sandwich is amazing. Really really good. I don’t have a picture, but my husband got the fish and chips and I want to say it’s the best fish I’ve had in a long time. We will definitely be going back.

Small but impressive brunch menu. The shrimp and grits were amazing. The honey bee salad was delicious and the beets were some of the best we've tasted. The spicy bloody mary was really good. Intimate atmosphere. Cute area of Covington.

Went for an early dinner so got some happy hour deals. The food was great, cocktails perfect, service awesome! I can't have dairy and they know exactly what is in every item, and can make many items vegan. They told me every cocktail is dairy free because the bartenders have a dairy allergy too! Yay! Will be back! Really enjoyed the patio too!

Great little place with lots of options for beverages and eats. I was lucky to come in on American Bourbon night so that got me 25% off. My waiter was very knowledgeable and helped me with selecting a bourbon. His recommendation was spot on. As for dinner I had shrimp and grits and really enjoyed it as well.

Like the draft beer selection. Small bar atmosphere. Our third time visiting was a charm. Much better service experience. Pictured is the shrimp and grits and the braised pork lettuce wraps. Order the shrimp and grits. It is outstanding. Great flavor. Not bland. The acoustics make this place very loud when it is full.

Food and drinks were very good. One of the items on our order was missed and came after we were nearly finished dining. We would go again.

The service, atmosphere and dumplings were awesome- 10/10 no complaints. The drinks (while tasty) were expensive and I couldn’t taste any alcohol. The paella was a huge disappointment as it wasn’t cooked like traditional paella that gets crispy when actually cooked in the proper cast iron pot. This dish seemed like rice made regularly with meats/seafood added in later and then it was all added to a cast iron pot for show. Not worth it at that price point.

Had a very nice meal here. Menu is not extensive, but the dishes are really unique and interesting, a lot of beef and chicken. Sides are pretty basic (rice, beans, or several plantain preparations). But food was all prepared fresh and seasoned nicely. Portions are big but not crazy. Service was pretty good. Cocktail menu is pretty heavy on wines as expected, but they had some unique and interesting cocktails. Overall a very good meal - we'll be back!

We had a stack of gift cards for this place, and hadn't been yet, so tonight felt like the right time. We took advantage of the outdoor seating and grabbed a few of the signature items. The "El Ritual," a rum and coffee shooter that was interesting and delicious as our apéritif. A guasacaca plate, which was plantain chips with a guacamole-like dip that had olives in it. And for the main, some cheese empanadas and shrimp empanadas. Great service, quick refill on the water, and delicious food. Would go again.

Pros-The food and drinks tasted awesome -our waiter was very knowledgeable about the menu and seemed genuinely passionate Cons- food and drink wait times ~while we had a reservation, we didn't have enough time to finish with our large group, one server, and long, albeit thorough explanation. we were kicked out prematurely, drink taken away. The food was somewhat slow but drinks took about 15 minutes to arrive. I would return only because of the quality and rarity of this type of food in the area, and with a smaller group

This place is fantastic! The waitstaff is very efficient and kind, the chef is inspired, and the food absolutely delicious. This is Puerto Rican street food made to high standards. Everything is expertly seasoned, it’s a great space and location.

Steak was top 5 I've ever had in my life. Drinks were great too. Empanadas were a bit undercooked/cold in the middle, but excellent overall Edit: went back again and the steak wasn't nearly as good. Not as tender. Nothing was really that amazing.

I had breakfast for Mother's Day at the Bridge House it was my first time being there! Best darn breakfast I've ever had to be honest and the service was great too very friendly staff very quaint down home restaurant!!!! I will be back!!! Thank you Bridge House for helping start off mother's day 2025 with a happy full stomach it was a great day!!! #Salute Sincerely , Kelly Price Cincinnati, Ohio

Fantastic breakfast brunch location. My personal favorite is the country style omelet and biscuits and gravy. Is very popular lunch location among the working class. Can be busy around lunchtime.

High prices, but good breakfast. And you gotta love wood paneling and vintage pictures.

First time I have ever been ... and it was excellent!! Breakfast was on point and the environment was so friendly! We had an adorable little girl sitting behind us who we kept playing the knocking game on the divider. This was a great start to my morning!!

Got the burger special. The patties were dry and tough. Servers seemed very unenthusiastic to be at work. Not a great vibe.

Pancakes were lovely and fluffy, ham very tasty, goetta was cooked perfectly and the bacon was great! Quaint diner near our area.

The waitress who took my order over the phone was rushing me off the phone. When i arrived her attitude was even worse. She ran my card then slammed down the recipient for me to sign & walked off. Very unwelcoming atmosphere. The hashbrowns were burnt. The home fries & eggs were tastless. The rib eye was ok. This place is a one & done for me.

Staff is SO nice. They have an amazing selection of wraps and smoothies. I got the Greek chicken wrap and it’s the best wrap I’ve ever had. The chicken is seasoned perfectly and it’s so flavorful. I also got a mango madness smoothie and it is equally impressive. Ingredients are fresh and portions are large. I’ll definitely be a regular now that I’ve tried this place!

Best wrap I’ve had in awhile, the wheat grass shot and kale and cucumber juice were on point too!

This place is 2 minutes away from my job. I bought the berry banana smoothie with a energy shot and a Greek salad. One of the Best choices I’ve made on where to buy lunch downtown. Both items are delicious. Will be coming here for lunch more often. Owner was super nice.

My co-workers and I regularly eat here and the food is always fantastic, fresh, and fast. Today there was a mistake in our carry out order and (without knowing we were regulars) they physically ran fresh food to us 3 blocks away from their building. This place goes above and beyond for their customers. Healthy food and great service is what keeps this place my favorite spot in Cincinnati. Try the kale tonic and the chicken plate!

First time for lunch and my meal was fantastic. People were extra friendly. I had the chicken fajita wrap it was delicious and quite filling, I can't wait to try more from their menu. Price is comparable to other downtown lunch stops, just under $9 for wrap and drink.

The staff and owners are literally the most amazing people! The juice is fresh and delicious! So sad they don't own a place where I live but will visit them EVERY SINGLE DAY I'm in Cincinnati, every time!

very tasty. you get a delicious huge wrap. the juices too are so good. the folks operating this place are super nice and friendly and really make an effort to practice safe operating during covid-i mean they even wiped down the pen you use to sign your slip!

Unexpectedly pretty cool and random spot while walking around Covington. Clean and well maintained facility. Bartender was efficient and took pride in his craft. Was fortunate to see some Bourbons we don't get on west coast. Well valued for the quality of drink I received.

Very cool place to enjoy some of the finest spirits, especially bourbon, whiskey or rye. You name it and its probably on the shelf. Will definitely bring my friends here when they come to town!

Strawberry Rhubarb Old Fashioned was incredible! Also had Uncle Nearest 1884. Friendly, kind, and knowledgeable bartender. Hope to come back someday!

Great bar that was unexpectedly fun! Definitely recommend this place especially when Cincy Push Pull is singing!!!

My family just threw a 60th birthday party for me at The Globe. It was the perfect venue with seats at the bar, a few tables and chairs and comfy cozy couches and chairs in which to lounge. We had about 80 people there, had food, music and of course drinks! So much fun was had by all. Great place. Yogi rocked the bartending!

A great bar with the best bourbon selection in town!

My friend and I visited here looking for some awesome cocktails. Yogi did not disappoint! Great conversation and awesome drinks. He also gave us amazing food and drink recommendations for our extended weekend in Cincinnati. Will definitely return in the future!

Visiting my cousin in Cincinnati and decided to swing by for brunch. Stopped in around 10am on a Saturday. It was packed inside but they have outside seating and was gorgeous outside so we opted to sit there. The service was phenomenal and the food was absolutely amazing. We all tried different things and there were no leftovers. 10/10 highly recommend - you wont be disappointed!

This was our first time coming here and we came for brunch on Saturday. We both had the jungle juice drink that was great. 10/10. I had the crab cake BLT w fries. It was 8/10. I would go again but wouldn’t order the crab cake sandwich. The sauce on the crab cake was great.

The restaurant is located by the hotel. The entrance door is on the side of the hotel. We came here for brunch on Saturday. Make sure you make a reservation for the weekend. Our server was super great, quick and friendly. The food was good and tasty. The menu is online unfortunately. No paper menu. There is a parking lot across from the restaurant. It's free with validation (2 hours).

My cousin took me here for my birthday brunch. Everything was delicious, the drinks were so fun and yummy, and service was great. Our server Rico was very attentive, making sure to keep us updated when our appetizer didn’t arrive right away. We will definitely be returning.

Great tasting Lobster Tail w/Mac and Cheese 🧀 😋 Also,the Catfish Bites were done well. However, it could be a bit more crunchy and spicy. The French Toast had a great texture and wasn't too sweet. The Mimosa was very refreshing! The service and atmosphere were awesome! Definitely going back in the near future 💯 Update: I had the Sweet Chick - Really nice flavor overall! However, the Chicken could use a more crunchy breading. Chicken Sandwich was ok. The fries could use a bit more seasoning.

Nice location with validated parking. Atmosphere upon entering is welcoming with reservations no wait was experienced. Menu offers variety of food with cute fun names. Music plays just loud enough to vibe out 90s-00s rnb. Seats are hard only drawback. Food was hot, servings were proportionate and very delicious. Drinks superb. Built in 20 percent gratuity. We had the fish n grits, hot honey Brussels, corn bread, Mac n cheese fritters,ox tail skillet and low country potatoes.

Nice place. Set outside and had fans blowing to keep UA cool. My group really enjoyed their food. Nice size portions,well seasoned,and looked really good. Mine, not so much. Anyway, a little pricey but worth it to most. The 20% tip that is automatically added to groups was a little rough. The web site said groups of eight or more. We had five. Bathrooms could be a little bigger. I would recommend a trip for people to check them out. They validate your parking if you park directly across the street.

Pulled pork sandwich was excellent with great smoke flavor and plentiful. The jalapeño corn bread lacked jalapeño flavor but was great tasting and big portion. The loaded hot dog was well seasoned and flavorful. No seating inside the location as it is carry out only.

It was not bad, just not what I'm looking for in barbecue. The smoked turkey sandwich was tasty and a generous portion. The ribs I was 50-50 on. I don't think the frying is necessary and doesn't add any texture or flavor while also drying them out a little. The mac & cheese and mashed potato sides were not good but not awful. Overall, I would not return here again by myself but if I was with friends and they were dead set on coming here I would give it another try.

We stopped here during our Findlay market outing. We heard so much about this place. We ordered two pulled pork sandwiches and baked beans. After checking twice on our order during the 20 minutes of wait time I again checked on our order and found it waiting in a hot box. Although the portions were large and looked appetizing the sandwiches were disappointing. The pork was dry and tasteless. I do not particularly enjoy BBQ sauce but found the sandwich inedible without it. The baked beans were a little too spicy for our liking. Because of the limited menu and our experience we will not return.

I loved that Findlay Market was a working market but for a place that sells food, there wasn't a lot of selection to eat, nor seating. After going up and down the market and outside too, we settled on Eli's BBQ. It was a good meal but it was difficult to find seating outside. I am glad there was a choice as to the number of ribs you can get, because two was enough for me. The dry rub was sweet already so I didn't use much of the sauce. It was also tender.

I always made sure to judge a BBQ joint based on the ribs, burger or pulled pork sandwich. I got 4 bones and mac and cheese with 'make it dirty' for sides. They also gave coleslaw and sweet dip. It was so good, I didn't care that I had it on a bench by the street, it was a closed street by the findlay market. Really good place if you want to get lunch around findlay market.

When I want Barbecue, this is the place I go. Ribs are delicious. Baked beans are too. The mac n cheese not so good. Customer service is great. It's convenient right on the market. I highly recommend Eli's BBQ. I wish they would add another side dish; a salad, corn on the cob, or french fries .

We ordered wings, mac and cheese, jalapeño grits, and rib tips. The best thing was the sauce that came on the side. Neat was very dry, overcooked or from last week.

Nice place that is hidden away in northside. Lamb is tasty and has a nice spice to it however some peices can be a little tough. Comes with nice pickled onions and a side. I got brown rice which was great. Can get very busy around dinner time. More suited for takeout

food from darou salem restaurant is incredibly yummy. AND they make everything fresh fresh; there's a short wait between ordering and receiving order but it's more than worth it imo. plantains, dibi lamb, and fish are my go-tos! i bought lunch here for my best friend too, and she LOOOOOVED everything especially the fish and plantains now about atmosphere and structure. there's a chill, laid-back vibe within the restaurant. the order counter is clean and typically operated by gentle speaking and friendly persons. there's wall decor with african theme-ing, nice low lighting [i love restaurants with moderately dim lighting! easier on my eyes and more so it sets a nice vibe for me to decompress] there's both indoor and outdoor seating too, though the outdoor patio seating seems to accommodate more than just darou salem guests. so that may lead to less seating available during specific hours and/or on specific days. idk, there's been seating available for my party everytime we went, but still something to keep in mind if dining in overall though, i love it here—it's a whole vibe, the food is excellent, and the service, friendly🙏🏾

Took my wife here and had a super Wack experience. I'll never go back. Walked in and the place smelled like cigarettes, the guy at the counter acted like he didn't care if we ordered or not, no greeting no nothing. He wasn't helpful at all, no recommendations and even seemed to be annoyed that we had questions. We ordered anyway sat down and noticed the how dirty the place was. I thought maybe he was having a bad day until other Africans came in and he was more lively with them. We decided to leave, we didn't want to pay 50 plus dollars for such a trash experience.

Glad I finally came here and will return many times. You get a lot of delicious food for your money with fast service. I got the Maffe (peanut butter sauce with meat over white rice). It was super good and enough for 2 meals (3 with sides). They have a porch and courtyard in front for nice weather. Inside seats about 15 people.

Dropped by for lunch while in the area and was very impressed by this hole in the wall spot. we ordered the lanb and the fish dish. The flavors were very unique and unlike any dishes we have tried before. The jollof rice is exquisitely seasoned and the rice is an interesting texture, each grain is a lot smaller and firmer than basmati rice and almost feels like bulgur grains. The sauces were very savory and complex. the lamb was perfectly barbecued and brisket-like. Also got a smoothie and a hibiscus drink, both very interesting and complex flavors, hints of orange blossom and a starchy potato (taro? yukka?) in the smoothie and the hibiscus was extremely different than the hibiscus tea drinks commonly sold. We dined in and had come in around 1 PM, half an hour after opening. the restraint was quiet and there was just one person there getting a pick up order. The chairs were all pulled on to the table and there was no one dining in, but we got our food at the counter and then pulled out chairs to sit. No other diners came in during the lunch hour, so it was quiet and we had the place to ourselves. The food was served in to go boxes even though we were dining in, seems as if most of the lunch customers are take out orders (there were several pick ups while we were in store). There is also some very cute cozy seating in the front yard of the restaurant, it was too cold when we came to sit outside unfortunately. definitely would recommend, this is a hidden gem.

Delicious food but they left the door open in the dead of winter and brought us in with all the chairs still up on the table and had us put down our own chairs. They also did not bring out water or offer it and it takes a long time to place your order since they are not in much of a rush. Not a big deal for good food but I don’t think you want to go here if you’re expecting the average restaurant hospitality. Definitely a place for take out.

HORRIBLE SERVICE! If you’re not African just forget it they won’t even greet you or say here’s your order, just put it on the table and walk away. Terrible. Also rice was so greasy I could literally squeeze the grease like juice out of the rice. Just make it at home or go anywhere else

When you walk in, don't just sit at the bar. You'll find out quick if you don't. 😆 Service is slow waited over 20 minutes so far as I'm writing this. Staff didn't smile much or make you gerl welcomed. We felt more like a burden. The toy ducks were entertaining for 5mins. Cornbeef hash was great, however the serving size was half the thickness of an English muffin & about the same diameter. Over easy eggs had the slime.

Just the right meal to get me going after a rough night. Escaped a situation in the morning and I was starved! Amazing food, so cozy. Best waitresses at this location. I’m giving it five stars even though no mimosas! Ha!

We have been wanting to try this restaurant for a long time. Finally went today. We very disappointed We got sat in the back, we waited at least 15 minutes for our order to be taken. They weren't busy I think she forgot we were there. The food was a huge disappointment. The pancakes are so thin it doesn't hold the blueberries and they have no flavor. I didn't care for the ham. My son did not like the pancakes, eggs or bacon. My husband loves sausage gravy but he couldn't even eat it he said it tasted bad. And the cube hash browns were any good. It tastes like Gordon foods quality. Unfortunately we will not be back. I did forget to take a picture in the very beginning.

Awesome atmosphere, very friendly and helpful staff, delicious food! If I lived closer this would be my regular spot. So much love here.

Decor is great and the restaurant is clean and very colorful but the ambient noise is loud. I ordered the French toast with a side of bacon. The bacon was delicious but the French toast was way undercooked. It was mushy from the egg wash or whatever they use to coat the bread and wasn't hot. Definitely wasn't worth the $15 I paid with a sweet tea.

Food is spectacular, staff enthusiastic. They make you feel like you're a regular, even if it's your first visit. Dee was stupendous! The atmosphere is bright, cheerful, and whimsical. The rubber ducks for each guest are a wonderful touch. This establishment is definitely worth going out of your way to visit, you won't be disappointed. Highly Recommend 🐤🐤🐤🐤🐤

Busy place! The wait wasn't very long considering the line was out the door. They had the the best French toast! However, the eggs, sausage and my son's omelet was very dry. The cold brew latte was more of a cold brew coffee (which was also an option) and it was extremely sweet. Service was OK. They weren't smiling or energetic but maybe because it was so busy. We didnt have to wait long to be greeted and our food came out in a reasonable amount of time.

I have been to First Watch restaurants, making me repeatedly come to this chain. But this time, it was a bit disappointing. Besides the half-empty restaurant, we were seated (sideways) facing the washroom. I don't know how the two other customers agreed to sit immediately beside the washroom. It would have been nice to ask if we would prefer other seats, but it's that time of the day; you want to get a healthy breakfast and get going. I absolutely loved their purple haze drink. I tried their triathlete egg liquid Omelette, I like the quantity of salad and the omelette (not seasoned well, look at the photos), bread is also okay. But overall, I would come to try the drinks. During the checkout, the minimum tip that machine suggests is 18% unless you want to type a custom amount.

The bacon was to die for and egg sandwich was delicious. Place is clean and nice. The people are sweet as well. Good experience!

Very clean and upbeat environment. The service was right on point with a busy dining room. The food quality is superb. Very Health conscious and made to order. The million dollar bacon was sweet and savory. The turkey sausage biscuits and gravy was my favorite. I’m not even a fan of turkey sausage either. The Parma hash bowl had all the deliciousness wrapped in one. My wife had the cheese grits and tacos. She enjoyed them. We took a couple health drinks to go and they hit the spot as well. 5/5 stars. Highly recommended

Food was really good, but it's hard to enjoy it when servers like Jacqueline are rude from the moment you sit down and then treat the next table with respect. My brother, who has autism, felt very uncomfortable the whole time, especially after his therapy session. I'm not sure if it was discrimination, but I don't know what else it could be. All the other servers were great, especially the greeter in the front. If you avoid her you will have a great time.

Phenomenal breakfast that was served hot and quick decent price in a nice part of town perfect for a breakfast date.

Our waiter Sam Made sure all of our needs were met the entire time. The food was delicious. We had biscuits and gravy French toast avocado toast a croissant sandwich and everything was fresh and delicious. Would definitely come back

Kinda pricey but the flavors are all unique and amazing, everything is fresh and cooked to perfection. And a friendly upbeat environment ❤️

A decent American restaurant. First time I've been to one. I had the Southern Fried Chicken and it was very good. The chicken was crispy and well seasoned.

I usually love the Cracker Barrel, but this location has issues. It took forever to place our order and when we finally did the waitress came back and said they were out of numerous items, so I had to change my order. I ordered a salad with my steak, and I received my steak before my salad. I asked for medium-rare steak, and it was well done! I also ordered mushrooms on it which apparently, they didn't have either. I didn't want to send it back because we were in a hurry and it already had taken too long to get. I also had to ask three different people for a steak knife before I got one. It was not a good experience; I would not recommend this location.

I’ve been a Cracker Barrel fan for 40 years but I’m done. Waiting 15 min (actually 30) was so chaotic the hostess was crying! Called our name 3 times all while they argued where to put us. Finally put the 7 of us at a table. People leaving in walkers couldn’t get out due to chairs and tables everywhere. Server came to take our order only to be told she would be taking orders for HALF our table only! What? Table of 3 behind us were yelling for service! It was a madhouse! Finally a new server came to our table, apologized and took our orders. I was blown away by your new menu. I come weekly for lemon pepper grilled trout. It’s been removed!! No way! That was so healthy and good! Catfish is the only fish I will not eat. I ordered country fried steak. It used to be real steak breaded. Not any more. It’s now a beef fritter! I ate three bites and left the rest. Most at our table ordered chicken and dumplings. They too were so dry and doughy. No broth at all! Not cooked. Everyone who ordered dumplings left them! For the very first time I didn’t take home my leftovers. I’m done with your restaurant. Sadly. It is one of my regular rotations. If you return grilled trout let me know otherwise I will not be back, nor any of the six women I was with.

So this was a full circle moment being that Cracker Barrel was one of the first jobs I had. I was so hungry and on my way to work I decided to stop at Cracker Barrel. I was very happy to see a woman who nurtured and took me under her wing who is the life, the face and the spirit of that location. Her name is Beatrice, She’s not only kind, but you can literally feel the spirit of the Lord on her. Now that I got the good stuff out the way, let’s get into the bad things. When I came in, I was greeted right away and I was asked if I was placing to go order or I wanted to Dine in. I stated I wanted to place a to go order and my waitress Alexis G came over and took my order. I ordered mama’s French toast breakfast a drink and fried apples. My order came up to 19. I tipped the waitress making it a total of 22. I waited over 42 minutes for my order. The host couldn’t find my order because the woman who took my order didn’t put my order in and never gave a name, when the Server walked to the front With my order, I felt the bag and it felt cold. I asked Beatrice at the front desk was my order fresh and she stated yes. I drove to work after being late for picking up the breakfast that took over 40 minutes and my food was ice cold. and my apple juice tasted like water. I instantly called back to the location location. They didn’t even ask what my name was for some strange reason. I guess they knew I was going to call back in. They said we will have your food ready when you come. I stated don’t you need my name how do you know who I am and they said we knew that you would call back in. Nevertheless, when I arrived, Beatrix greeted me again was very I received my food and went back to work. The food was fresh, but it had absolutely no flavor. The eggs didn’t have any salt pepper. The French toast tasted bland. The Apples taste it weird. The only flavor that you could taste on the apples with cinnamon and the skin was still on the apples and it just had a weird offputting taste. The only thing that was good was the bacon. Whoever that pig was was delicious. For $19 I expected way more. Now the presentation of the food was nice they give you to go syrup in small glass bottles. The atmosphere of the store was Homie. The gift shop is always really nice to look around and see the different items that they have even though they’re very overpriced. They have a lot of old-school candy that you can only in the south or that is discontinued. If they could get their waiters together and add some salt and pepper to their food, they would be unstoppable. The only reason why I would patronize his business this business again is to see Beatrice. Please give Beatrix a raise… She is the biggest asset To the whole restaurant. She puts me in the mind of Loretta Devine, almost even with her sweet little voice. She Makes you feel like family and I was so upset about Cracker Barrel but seeing how happy she was made me want to eat at the restaurant again.

This restaurant is amazing! The food is great, the price is good, but the people are outstanding! Melody and Annie are fantastic because they are helpful and attentive to their customers! They both due an amazing job at greeting their customers, checking to make sure their customers have a positive experience, and are visible if you need them. The staff are fantastic and do their very best to make sure their customers feel respected! Plus I like it when they remind me of their good deals and take home meals. Those are a great value!

Food was amazing, servers were fantastic.The only gripe I have about my most recent experience were the cashiers. When we attempted purchase gift shop items two of the cashiers simply kept talking, would not service us. They would look but not service or ask if help was need or anything like that. After a minute or so of waiting we simply paid for the meal and did not buy from the gift shop as they were rude.

If I could give a negative star I would!! Went here to get breakfast for dinner: grandma pancake sampler. Went at about 6pm, no rush, not crowded, or super busy. IT TOOK OVER 1 HOUR to get my food to go!!! Not only that, they forgot my drink and when the cashier called to get the drink made, it took them over 10 minutes to bring it out (just for a large sprite)....i was about to just go in the kitchen/back and make it myself.the food was another story! Food: ham was over cooked, very tiny pieces of egg shell in scrambled eggs; sausage and scrambled eggs were also cold, hash browns were cooked at all, just looked as if the top layer was done!!! Blueberry pancakes were burnt! Didn't give me the correct syrup, as well!!! It was as if they just ignored what the server (who was the manager) wrote down! The person who cooked this order, in my opinion, should be fired! Never eating here again...would rather go to either Fairfield or Florence (both long distances from where I live) to eat at this chain again!!

Although it was crowded, we were greeted and seated immediately. The place has a pleasant, homey feel—tables filled with happy faces. Great, but overpriced food, a sweet and attentive waitress, and the convenience of paying by phone at our table made for a pleasant visit.

This chain continues to offer solid breakfast and lunch options and appears to have been less impacted by the pandemic aftermath. The food is served fairly quickly, even when busy, by friendly, professional staff. Prices are up but not by much with portions suffering no significant shrinkage. The only drawback is the overly busy and confusing menu with various options all over the place. A simplified menu will go a long way towards improving the overall experience.

always amazing!! the million dollar bacon is sooo good! i decided to switch it up this visit (i usually get eggs benedict) i got the side dish-million dollar potatoes 😋(million dollar bacon, parmesan cream sauce and fresh herbs) and a side of 2 eggs scrambled with cheese. i ended up dumping the potato bowl on my plate and mixing it with my eggs!! i will get this next time too!! ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS!!!

We ordered several of the so-called signature dishes, but unfortunately, none of them tasted good. The server spilled coffee all over the outside of the cup while pouring it, which was disappointing. As the place got busier on a weekend morning, the server suddenly brought two to-go boxes without us asking — it honestly felt like we were being told to leave. I’ve never experienced anything like that before.

Beautiful breakfast place! Crowded during weekend, the portion was perfect to wipe clean the plate. Loved their coffee.

Our service was outstanding. Easy parking and nice variety on the menu. Appreciated the new summer drink options. Wish there was more flavor in the food. Pretty darn bland. Lower calorie menu options shouldn't mean low in flavor. Bring on the green chili, wake up the food, and give it some punch! Restaurant was very clean and toast was great.

Your palate will be happy here. I have a hard time picking something when there are so many tasty options. So, I asked our waitress for her opinion. She gave me a solid recommendation and let me tell you...it was on point! My taste buds were dancing with delight! We will definitely be back!

Everything started fine, my food was ready, pick up was smooth. My problem is that while eating, I took a bite and felt something, a long piece of plastic wrapping was in the meat. (You can see bite mark on the plastic) I don’t understand how this is missed, I tried calling to discuss with the specific location but couldn’t get through.

Pleasant experience from the greeting at the door all thru the service and up to the end where I paid with my receipt. I was sat in a seat that accommodated my request, server was EXCELLENT, and the food/coffee was fresh!! Always the best toast in the city. Thank you First Watch Hyde Park Team!!

First watch is a chain that is pretty consistently a cut above the rest, though the food at this one wasn't as good as some of the others I've been to. Always busy and fairly consistent, would definitely recommend if you're wanting breakfast and don't want to gamble on quality.

My wife and I dine here frequently. We enjoy the atmosphere here and the great service. The breakfast is always good. My favorite item here is the goetta omelet. The first several times it came out perfect. I always ask for the goetta to be crispy brown. The server always writes that down. The last several visits here it has been barely cooked, no brown at all. Our visit yesterday was fine except for both of our goetta omelet's. Neither one was brown at all. We both asked for it crispy brown. We did not complain at that time. I just wish the cooks would read the order and make it the way the the customer asks for it. I know it sounds petty, but this is why I come here.

Ice cold grits. Yuck. They did this a year ago as well and that's why I stopped ordering. Well, lesson learned. Gave them another try. Happened again. Won't order again.

Omelet was good. Greens fresh. Waitress Skye did an excellent job.

Very delicious and really good quality of food. I enjoyed myself 😄

Nice little breakfast eatery near i-275 for if you're travelling and had to check out of a hotel prior to leaving. Service was a bit slow and they didn't have any type of breakfast sandwich like you would see at Bob Evans and the fast food usual suspects. The food was good though. I did find something nice to eat. There is an aquarium in the center of the restaurant as something to look at and keep the kiddos entertained.

First time to OPH. You definitely get your money’s worth here. I had the sausage and eggs with buttermilk pancakes. Everything came out hot and tasted great. For newcomers- omelets can only be made with 6 eggs! No other size of omelet is available for purchase. Staff was friendly, although service was a little slow. They’ve got a neat saltwater fish tank that kept my son occupied while we waited for our food. Will definitely be back.

Beautiful fish tank, the food- delicious! They give you great portions. We get the Uncle Tiny Special every time. Service is always great. Coffee is very good!

I don’t get the hype. I left a good tip, but I have to be honest and ask what exactly is going on in that kitchen. The home fries came out cold like they had been waiting longer than me, the eggs were overcooked and I didn’t want them runny but I also didn’t want hockey pucks. The Dutch Baby was on me for wanting to try something new, but it tasted like a dessert experiment gone wrong. The omelet was thick, loaded with cheese, not terrible but nothing I couldn’t whip up half asleep at home. The only real positive is you get plenty of food, but if most of it is mid or worse, is it really a value or just a heavy plate of disappointment.

Had a great experience this morning with my son very quick and easy breakfast. I absolutely love going for their cream of wheat, my favorite 😋

Well worth the wait times!! Large portion sizes, great presentation, and excellent flavor! The 6 egg omelette is huge! If you haven’t been yet…. Why not?

They will lie and say they offer takeout. They don’t. Every time you call they say they’re too busy to apparently fulfill an order at a time they determine?? Every time I call they say they’re aren’t doing takeout, but they do takeout. Stop lying. You do not offer takeout unless your business is struggling that day. Absolute crap. I choose takeout because the food is okay but the service and atmosphere and owner all suck.

The food was amazing and the servers were so kind and sweet. They were constantly refilling my parties drinks never letting us get below half empty.

Simone our waiter was AMAZING!! She is quick , friendly , and efficient!! Food was GREAT !! That Am bowl was great for a after workout meal

Parma skillet hash was excellent, grapefruit juice was a tad too bitter for my liking.

Tried First Watch for the first time yesterday and loved it so much I came back again today! It was extremely busy but they run like a well oiled machine and we were seated within 10 minutes. Both times our server was friendly and attentive. The food was delicious!

LOVED everything about this place!!! The decor is warm and inviting, our server Hannah was friendly and helpful, and the food was FANtastic!! The bacon app tastes like candy! I got a delicious Belgian waffle with eggs over medium and the MOST amazing toast!! My friends git the eggs Benedict and the biscuits and gravy...all delicious!! If you find this restaurant in your travels make sure you check it out!!!

Stopped here for breakfast. No wait to get in. Seated immediately. I ordered a Tropical Sunrise. This juice has a mango, pineapple, strawberry, and lime. Sweet with a kick of tart. I ordered the Hacienda Hash. Nice serving size. Very good. Our server took great care of us. I look forward to trying other items on the menu.

This place is a delight for the palette. We aren't from the area, so we googled a nearby breakfast place and wound up at Toast and berries. Unfortunately the wait time for a small party was an hour long, so we asked the hostess if there was another breakfast place in the area that they recommended. She recommended calling First Watch in Kenwood to check availability. To our surprise, there was no wait. We filled out anapplication online to ensure we would be on the wait list in the event that it filled up before we got there. When we arrived, seating went seamlessly. The menu was double sided, simple and to the point. I have an issue eating overly sweet things in the mornings, but I'm a sucker for French toast. I ordered the French toast, and the blueberry compote that accompanied it was phenomenal. Hot cocoa was rich and creamy. I was also pleasantly surprised with the million dollar bacon. I believe the name of our waitress was Mikayla, she was attentive while not overbearing. It was very busy, but food came out fairly quick, within half an hour of ordering. A bonus for me, I absolutely adored the pokemon drawings they had on their chalkboard. Only negative I could possibly find was parking is limited, but we were able to find parking with ease. Highly recommend if you're in the area. Our family thoroughly enjoyed.