Eating After the Show
If you're hungry after the show, the major arts districts in Cincinnati provide numerous late-night dining opportunities. We highlight four primary neighborhoods:
Submitted by admin on Fri, 08/25/2006 - 2:57pm.
Legend: Yellow indicates restaurants that are open until at least 10 PM on the given night. Blue indicates restaurants are open until at least midnight.
To be safe, consider calling ahead to make sure that the restaurant is not reserved for a private party or is closed for some other reason.
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If you have additions or corrections to this list, please contact us. Updated March 2008.
Over the Rhine
| Establishment | M | T | W | Th | F | Sat | Sun | Description |
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Courtyard Café 1211 Main St.513.723.1119 |
6:00 PM | 6:00 PM | 6:00 PM | 11:00 PM | 11:00 PM | 11:00 PM | n/a | Top-notch pub-grub. |
| Kaldi's1204 Main St.513.241.3070 |
Times vary | Times vary | Times vary | Times vary | Times vary | Times vary | Times vary |
Bohemian coffee shop with vegetarian friendly entries and variety of sandwiches and burritos. |
| Nicola's 1420 Sycamore St. 513.721.6200 |
10 PM | 10 PM | 100 PM | 10 PM | 11 PM | 11 PM | 10 PM | Outstanding upscale Italian restaurant. |
Mt. Adams
| Establishment | M | T | W | Th | F | Sat | Sun | Description |
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Longworth's 1108 Saint Gregory St513.651.2253 |
9:00 PM | 9:00 PM | 9:00 PM | 9:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 9:00 PM |
Comfortable restaurant with upscale pub food, before turning into a nightclub late on weekends. |
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Mt. Adams Bar & Grill 966 Hatch St513.621.3666 |
10:45 PM | 10:45 PM | 10:45 PM | 10:45 PM | 11:45 PM | 11:45 PM | 10:45 PM |
Excellent grill, providing burgers, sandwiches and other entrees at great prices. |
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Teak1051 Saint Gregory St513.665.9800 |
9:30 PM | 9:30 PM | 9:30 PM | 9:30 PM | 11:00 PM | 11:00 PM | 9:30 PM | Excellent thai food, with an outstanding sushi bar. |
Tavern on the Hill 1111 Saint Gregory St 513.421.1794 |
11 PM every night (approximately) |
Top-notch italian food, including pasta and sandwiches. Full menu available until 10:00 pm. Pizza by the slice until close |
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Downtown
| Establishment | M | T | W | Th | F | Sat | Sun | Description |
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Arnold's Bar & Grill 210 E. Eighth St. 513.421.6234 |
10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 11:00 PM | 11:00 PM | 11:00 PM | n/a |
Eclectic Mediterranean and traditional American cuisine. Dine in the award-winning courtyard. |
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The Bar at Palm Court 35 W. Fifth St., Hilton Cincinnati 513.421.9100 |
12:00 AM | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
Casual American fare in a breathtaking setting. Extensive wine list. Cigar and smoke friendly. |
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Benihana 126 E. Sixth St. 513.421.1688 |
9:30 PM | 9:30 PM | 9:30 PM | 9:30 PM | 10:30 PM | 10:30 PM | 9:00 PM |
Our chefs will have you craving for more as they slice and dice your meal right before your eyes. |
| Bistro on Elm 150 W. Fifth St., Millennium Hotel 513.352.2189 |
12:00 AM | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
Enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner in the Millennium Hotel's acclaimed Bistro on Elm Restaurant. |
| Black Finn 19 E. Seventh St. 513.621.6800 |
10 PM | 10 PM | 10 PM | 10 PM | 11 PM | 11 PM | 10 PM | Irish-style pub. |
| Buddakhan713 Vine St.(513) 421-9700 | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM |
Featuring Thai food specialties, full bar, classic rock, a pool table and flat screens at many of the tables. Happy Hour M-Sat 4-8pm. |
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Campanello's Italian Restaurant414 Central Ave.513.721.9833 |
10:30 PM | 10:30 PM | 10:30 PM | 10:30 PM | 10:30 PM | 10:30 PM | 8:00 PM |
Authentic Italian cuisine in a family-friendly atmosphere. Family owned and operated. |
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Champs Eatery & Sports Bar151 W. Fifth St., Hyatt Regency513.579.1234 |
2:00 AM | 2:00 AM | 2:00 AM | 2:00 AM | 2:00 AM | 2:00 AM | 12:00 AM | Steaks, chops and Italian cuisine. |
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The Cricket Lounge 601 Vine St., The Cincinnatian513.381.3000 |
12:00 AM | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
Lighter fare prepared in The Palace Restaurant's kitchen provides traditional selections with special touches. |
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GameDay Sports Bar537 E. Pete Rose Way513.744.9096 |
2:00 AM | 2:00 AM | 2:00 AM | 2:00 AM | 2:00 AM | 2:00 AM | 2:00 AM |
Located adjacent the U.S. Bank Arena and Great American Ball Park. |
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JeanRo's413 Vine St.513.621.1465 |
10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:30 AM | 10:30 PM | 9:30 PM |
Parisian style bistro serving French bistro fare. No dress code, relaxed casual atmosphere. Non-smoking environment. 75 seating capacity. |
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Madonna's Bar & Grill11 E. Seventh St.513.621.8838 |
2:30 AM | 2:30 AM | 2:30 AM | 2:30 AM | 2:30 AM | 2:30 AM | 2:30 AM |
The pool table and friendly bartenders make Madonna's a favorite spot for locals. |
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Margarita's (Sixth Street) 214 E. Sixth St.513.241.1223 |
9:00 PM | 9:00 PM | 9:00 PM | 9:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 9:00 PM | Mexican. Carry-out and dine-in. |
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Margarita's (Tower Place) 28 W. Fourth St., Tower Place513.241.2313 |
9:00 PM | 9:00 PM | 9:00 PM | 9:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 9:00 PM | Mexican. Carry-out and dine-in. |
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McCormick & Schmick's21 E. Fifth St.513.271.9339 |
10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 11:00 PM | 11:00 PM | 10:00 PM | Seafood. |
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Montgomery Inn Boathouse925 Eastern Ave513.721.7427 |
10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 11:00 PM | 11:00 PM | 10:00 PM |
World-famous ribs, friendly service, and a striking view of the Ohio River. |
| Morton's441 Vine St513.621.3111 | 11:00 PM | 11:00 PM | 11:00 PM | 11:00 PM | 11:00 PM | 11:00 PM | 10:00 PM | Top quality business-class steak house. |
| Nada600 Walnut St. (513) 721-6232 | 11:00 PM | 11:00 PM | 11:00 PM | 11:00 PM | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM | n/a |
A contemporary Mexican restaurant featuring options ranging from small plates of ceviche to mahi mahi tacos and entree portions of creative pork and lamb dishes. |
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Nicholson's Tavern & Pub 625 Walnut St. 513.564.9111 |
10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 11:00 PM | 9:00 PM |
Experience the charm and spirit of this authentic Scottish restaurant located steps from the Aronoff Center. |
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O'Malley's25 W. Ogden PlaceCincinnati, OH 45202 |
1:30 PM | 1:30 PM | 1:30 PM | 1:30 PM | 1:30 PM | 1:30 PM | 1:30 PM | Sandwiches and appetizers with quick service. |
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Palomino Rotisserie and Bar 505 Vine St., Fountain Pl513.381.1300 |
10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 11:00 PM | 11:00 PM | 10:00 PM |
An upbeat city dining experience. Serving regional American cuisine inspired by the simple, and rustic dishes of Europe. |
| Rock Bottom Brewery10 Fountain Square Plaza513.621.1588 | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 9:00 PM |
Great food, fresh beers brewed on premise & an entertaining atmosphere. Late night bar menu available. |
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Rockin Robin's10 W. Seventh St513.621.1000 |
12:00 AM | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
Full bar. Sandwiches and appetizers with quick service. Kitchen open late. |
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Shanghai Mama's 216 E. Sixth St.513.241.7777 |
9:30 PM | 9:30 PM | 9:30 PM | 9:30 PM | 3:00 AM | 3:00 AM | n/a | 1920s-style Shanghai noodle shop. |
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Tina's350 W. Fourth St.513.621.3567 |
2:30 AM | 2:30 AM | 2:30 AM | 2:30 AM | 2:30 AM | 2:30 AM | 2:30 AM |
Neighborhood bar and grill serving lunch and dinner. Chili and sandwiches late. |
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Trattoria Roma609 Walnut St.513.723.0220 |
9:00 PM | 9:00 PM | 9:00 PM | 9:00 PM | 11:00 PM | 11:00 PM | n/a | Authentic northern and southern Italian cuisine. |
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Universal Grille909 Vine St.513.381.6279 |
7 PM | 7 PM | 7 PM | 7 PM | 11 PM | 11 PM | 7 PM |
Universal Grille serves great food & drinks, music and videos in the city's most unique atmosphere! |
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Via Vite 520 Vine Street (Fountain Square) 513.721.8483 |
11 PM | 11 PM | 11 PM | 11 PM | 1 AM | 1 AM | 11 PM | Upscale Italian on beautiful Fountain Square. |
Washington Platform Saloon & Restaurant 1000 Elm St. 513.421.0110 |
10 PM | 10 PM | 10 PM | 10 PM | Midnight | Midnight | 9:00 PM | Great food & casual atmosphere in a restored turn-of-the-century saloon. (Closed in summer on Sundays.) |
University Heights
| Establishment | M | T | W | Th | F | Sat | Sun | Description |
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Myra's Dionysus Restaurant121 Calhoun St.513.961.1578 |
10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM |
Comfortable restaurant with ethnic foods from around the world. Vegetarian friendly. |
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Papa Dinos Pizza 349 Calhoun St.513.221.4747 |
3:00 AM | 3:00 AM | 3:00 AM | 4:00 AM | 4:00 AM | 4:00 PM | 1:00 AM |
Classic Italian/Greek restaurant serving lasagna, pizza, gyros, spaghetti and more. |
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Red Pepper204 West McMillian St.513.559.9229 |
10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM |
Great oriental restaurant featuring cuisines from China, Korea and Thailand. |