NKY Highlights

World-Class Dining and Entertainment


From regional favorites – like Cincinnati-style chili parlors – to award-winning gourmet bistros, you’re sure to find a restaurant to suit your tastes. When it’s time to go out on the town, a variety of clubs featuring live music and comedy awaits.

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Cincinnati
Arnold's Bar & Grill
210 E. 8th St
Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-421-6234
www.arnoldsbarandgrill.com
Historic tavern (circa 1861). Friendly patio w/live music. Good food at moderate prices. L,D.
Boi Na Braza Churrascaria
Carew Tower
441 Vine St
Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-421-7111
www.boinabraza.com
Brazilian steak house features 15 fire roasted meats, an enormous, excellent salad bar and more.
City View Tavern
403 Oregon St
Mt. Adams Entertainment District
Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-241-8439
www.cityviewtavern.com
Good jukebox & great burgers, metts & BBQ. Great city views from an outdoor deck.
Daveed's at 934
934 Hatch St
in historic Mt. Adams
Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-721-2665
www.daveeds.net
New American cuisine with upbeat service, exciting flavors and perfect wine coupling.
Jean-Robert at Pigall's
127 W. Fourth St
Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-721-1345
www.jeanrobertgroup/pigalls
The region's only Four Star Mobil. Contemporary Parisian-style food, New York ambiance. D only.
JeanRo -- A Cincinnati French Bistro
413 Vine St
Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-621-1465
www.jeanrobertgroup.com/bistro
Authentic French country cuisine & American entrees from Jean-Robert de Cavel. L, D.
Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse
700 Walnut St
Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-784-1200
www.jeffruby.com
Jeff Ruby's see-and-be-seen spot for prime steaks, exceptional sides & local celebs. Dinner only.
The Celestial
1071 Celestial St
Mt. Adams, OH 45202
513-241-4455
www.mtadamstoday.com
Outstanding city views, French-inspired fine dining, live music in the bar. Private rooms avail. D
The Oceanaire Seafood Room
580 Building
Seventh & Walnut Streets
Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-381-8862
www.theoceanaire.com/location/index.asp?id+15
Upscale chain features ultra-fresh seafood flown in daily, oyster bar & wine pairings. D only.
The Palace
601 Vine St
Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-381-6006
www.palacecincinnati.com
Elegant, fine dining. Innovative menu, classic maitre d' orchestrated service, extensive wine list.
The Precinct
311 Delta Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45226
513-321-5454
www.jeffruby.com
Jeff Ruby's original, in an historic police station, is prime steak & chops at their best. D only.
Airport
Colonial Cottage
3140 Dixie Highway
Erlanger, KY 41018
(859) 341-4498
Home-style
Double Dragon
514 Commonwealth Avenue
Erlanger, KY 41018
(859) 342-8613
Chinese
Jo An Japanese Restaurant
3940 Olympic Boulevard
Erlanger, KY 41018
(859) 746-2634
Japanese
Southern Kitchen
599 Donaldson Road
Erlanger, KY 41018
(859) 342-5005
Eclectic
The Tousey House Tavern
5963 Jefferson Street
Burlington, KY 41005
859-586-9900
www.touseyhouse.com
Old-South hospitality and southern cuisine in a gracious, historic home setting. D
Riverfront
MainStrasse Village
Bar Monet
837 Willard Street
Covington, KY 41011
859-491-2403
www.mainstrasse.org/barmonet.html
Eclectic local live music & art displays and value-priced beverages in an intimate setting
Bean Haus
640 Main Street
Covington, KY 41011
859-431-2326
www.beanhaus.com
Specialty coffees & loose leaf teas, smoothies and more. Wi-Fi hot spot.
Bouquet Restaurant & Wine Bar
519 Main Street
Covington, KY 41011
(859) 491-7777
Contemporary American. Small plates & full menu. 70 bottle wine selection. D
Chez Nora -- Rooftop Jazz Club and Terrace Bar
530 Main Street
Covington, KY 41011
(859) 491-8027
www.cheznora.com
Live music 5 nights/wk with great city views. Full menu + popular daily specials. L, D, BR
Cock & Bull English Pub
601 Main Street
Covington, KY 41011
859- 581-4253
www.theenglishpub.com
Award-winning neighborhood pub. Full menu, live music nights, extensive draught list. L, D
Cosmo's Grille Pub
604 Main Street
Covington, KY 41011
859-261-1330
www.mainstrasse.org/cosmos.html
Bar with 100+ beers, live bands, NV night club upstairs, bar food, pool room
Dee Felice Café
529 Main Street
Covington, KY 41011
859- 261-2365
www.deefelice.com
Live Jazz & Swing music, authentic New Orleans ambiance and great Cajun food. D, BR
Fat Shannon's Pub
641 Main Street
Covington, KY 41011
859-261-9555
www.myspace.com/fatshannonspub
Neighborhood Irish-style pub with weekly drink specials
Gypsy Cafe
644 Main St
Covington, KY 41011
859-261-0272
Hookah cafe
La Cherie Bakery and Bistro
522 Main Street
Covington, KY 41011
859-261-8889
Historic porch & patio casual dining. House-made soups, salads, sandwiches & pastries. B, L, BR
MainStrasse Village Pub
619 Main Street
Covington, KY 41011
859-431-5552
www.mainstrassevillagepub.com
Classic pub ambiance. 200+ bottled beers, pool, darts, table games, TV sports.
Mr. T's Tavern on Main
933 Main Street
Covington, KY 41011
(859) 491-0240
Bar
Mulligan's Pub
701 Main Street
Covington, KY 41011
859-431-0142
www.mulligans.cc
Oldest, continuously operating tavern in NKY. Cornhole on the patio, darts, pool and foosball.
Otto's
521 Main Street
Covington, KY 41011
859-491-6678
Upscale casual. Fresh lunch classics & inspired entrees. Don't miss tomato pie & today's soup. L, D
Pachinko
424 W. Sixth Street
Covington, KY 41011
859-431-6400
www.myspace.com/pachinkoky
Bar with happy hour specials, TV sports, live DJs.
Strasse Haus
630 Main Street
Covington, KY 41011
859- 261-1199
www.strassehauspub.com
Live music, pool, TV sports, drink promotions, full menu of casual favorites. L, D
Wertheim's
514 West Sixth Street
Covington, KY 41011
859-261-1233
German favorites & American classics, indoor & patio dining, full bar, family-friendly. L, D
Zazou Grill and Pub
502 West Sixth Street
Covington, KY 41011
859-261-9111
www.zazoupub.com
Art deco theme. Garden patio has skyline views. Signature pizza & menu of bar favorites.
Zola Bar & Grill
626 Main Street
Covington, KY 41011
859- 261-7510
Friendly pub has live acoustic music and a full menu of bar food -- Angus burgers, a specialty. L, D
Newport on the Levee
Aoi Japanese Cuisine
One Levee Way
at Newport on the Levee
Newport, KY 41071
859-431-9400
Fine Japanese dining
Arnie's on the Levee
120 E. Third Street
Newport, KY 41071
859-431-4340
www.arniesonthelevee.com
American menu serving L& D, and Night Club with HDTV, lasers, smoke & snow machines.120+ Tequilas.
Bar Louie
One Levee Way
at Newport on the Levee
Newport, KY 41071
859- 291-4222
www.barlouieamerica.com
American
Brio Tuscan Grille
One Levee Way
at Newport on the Levee
Newport, KY 41071
859-431-0900
www.brioitalian.com
Italian
Café Istanbul
One Levee Way
at Newport on the Levee
Newport, KY 41071
859-581-1777
www.cafeistanbul.com
Middle Eastern & Turkish cuisine in an authentic Turkish setting. Hookah on the patio.
Claddagh Irish Pub
One Levee Way
at Newport on the Levee
Newport, KY 41071
859-581-8888
www.claddaghirishpubs.com
Authentic Irish "public house" atmo -- fun & friendly. Full menu of Irish & American fare. L,D
Cold Stone Creamery
One Levee Way
at Newport on the Levee
Newport, KY 41071
859-291-5380
www.coldstonecreamery.com
Super premium ice cream, yogurt and Italian sorbet
Dewey's Pizza
One Levee Way
at Newport on the Levee
Newport, KY 41071
859-431-9700
www.deweyspizza.com
Hand-tossed and stone-baked pizza; gourmet toppings. Fine wine and 8 beers on tap.
Funny Bone Comedy Club
One Levee Way
at Newport on the Levee
Newport, KY 41071
859- 957-2000
www.funnyboneonthelevee.com
Comedy club and restaurant. The nation's best touring stand-up comedians & special engagement acts.
Habanero Latin American Fare
One Levee Way
at Newport on the Levee
Newport, KY 41071
513-961-6800
www.habanerolatin.com
Chef-owned, Mexican & Latin food. Fresh salads, chimis, tacos & more. House made salsas & sauces.
Hofbräuhaus Newport
200 E. Third Street
Newport, KY 41071
859-491-7200
www.hofbrauhausnewport.com
America's first Hofbrauhaus! Fun & friendly. Live music, German food...and great beer! L,D.
Jax Grill at Gameworks
One Levee Way
at Newport on the Levee
Newport, KY 41071
859-581-7529
www.gameworks.com
American lunch and dinner menu. Signature cocktails. Located inside GameWorks.
Jefferson Hall
One Levee Way
at Newport on the Levee
Newport, KY 41071
859-491-6200
www.jeffersonhall.com
Live music; diverse genres. Regional and local artists. Bar menu (salads, sandwiches, munchies)
Johnny Rockets
One Levee Way
Newport, KY 41071
(859) 581-0700
www.johnnyrockets.com
American, Diner
Mitchell's Fish Market
One Levee Way
at Newp