RESTAURANT GUIDE

The Eagle OTR Rustic-chic eatery & beer hall dishing up Southern classics. 1342 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH

Jeff Ruby’s Steakhouse, Cincinnati An upscale spot offering steaks, chops, seafood & sides in a vibrant art deco room. 700 Walnut Street, Cincinnati, OH

Orchids at Palm Court Upscale hotel restaurant serving inventive & traditional American dishes. 35 W 5th Street, Cincinnati, OH

Bakersfield OTR Tacos & a few other Mexican dishes in a chic, upbeat, margarita-fueled atmosphere. 1213 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH

Maplewood Kitchen and Bar Spacious cafe for Californian cuisine amid wooden tables & greenery. 525 Race Street, Cincinnati, OH

Taft’s Ale House Artisanal beers, steaks & salads served in a classic brewpub. 1429 Race Street, Cincinnati, OH

Sotto Basement dining with an austere brick-&wood interior serving inventive Italian cuisine. 118 E 6th Street, Cincinnati, OH

Boca This high-end restaurant with stylish decor & a full bar serves steak, seafood & pasta dishes. 114 E 6th Street, Cincinnati, OH

Restaurant L Elegant, upscale menu of inventive French dishes offered in an airy dining room. 301 E 4th Street, Cincinnati, OH Eli’s BBQ Low-key barbecue joint with some backyard seating, serving pulled pork, ribs & more. 3313 Riverside Drive, Cincinnati, OH

Jean-Robert’s Table Chef-owned eatery serving upscale French fare in an intimate room. 713 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH

Mazunte Taqueria Casual eatery with Mexican street food and homemade salsas. 5207 Madison Road, Cincinnati, OH

Mita’s Restaurant & Bar Stylish spot with high ceilings & decorative tiles serving tapas, Latin entrées & cocktails. 501 Race Street, Cincinnati, OH

Bauer Farm Kitchen Locally sourced French-German cuisine, plus craft cocktails, served in rustic-chic surrounds. 435 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH

Jeff Ruby’s Precinct Clubby, upscale fixture for steaks, chops & seafood in a lively, jackets-suggested setting. 311 Delta Avenue, Cincinnati, OH

Forno Osteria+Bar Bustling, light-filled option for rustic Italian entrees & pizza plus wine & craft cocktails. 3514 Erie Avenue, Cincinnati, OH

Arthur’s Long-running neighborhood hangout for burgers & other bar fare & local draft brews. 3516 Edwards Road, Cincinnati, OH

Red Feather Kitchen Inventive, seasonal American cooking, craft cocktails & wine in a playful, chic atmosphere. 3200 Madison Road, Cincinnati, OH