Key Cincinnati Aug. 2023

CinCinnati WelCome

Friends,

On behalf of the City of Cincinnati, I am thrilled to welcome you! We are honored to host you in our great city, and I can’t wait for you to learn all about what makes us special.

You’re going to have a wonderful stay as you get to know our 52 diverse, vibrant, and walkable neighborhoods. Each community in our city is home to distinct and rich cultures, business centers, and personalities – but together, they make up one unified and proud Cincinnati. From downtown to College Hill, from the West Side to the East Side, you will find stunning architecture, exciting entertainment opportunities, and energetic residents ready to welcome you. We love our home, and we can’t wait to show you why.

Key Magazine Cincinnati is a great resource for learning about all the amazing attractions we have to offer in the area. With top-rated museums, theaters, parks, and restaurants – and one of the highest ranked zoos in the nation – there is something for everyone in the Queen City.

We are honored to welcome thousands of visitors among our guests each year, and we know your decision to visit will not leave you disappointed. Thank you for coming to Cincinnati, and we’re excited to see you back here soon.

Sincerely,

Aftab Pureval Mayor, City of Cincinnati

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Steaks...Burgers...Lamb... and Tennis...oh my!

It’s August...which in Cincinnati means tennis!!!! The best tennis (and food!) is at the ATP Western and Southern Open Tennis tournament...both Prime Cincinnati and Street City Urban Gourmet will be serving up fabulous eats.

Many great menu items will be served up…from Prime Cincinnati and Street City Urban Gourmet. At Prime Cincinnati….The Steakhouse Salad features Certified Angus Beef® Tips, Mixed Baby Greens, Tomatoes, Sweet Corn, Mixed Berries, Red Onion, Feta, Candied Pecans, Strawberry-Balsamic Vinaigrette. Or, try the Cobb Salad... Crabcake Sliders with Blue Crab, LemonCaper Tartar, Lettuce, Tomato, or the Jack PrimeTime Sliders with Certified Angus Beef,® Arugula, Bacon-Onion Jam, Truffle Aioli, Cheddar….yummy!

Street City Urban Gourmet will also be there to serve you!

Featuring….Crispy Brussels tossed in Bacon Vinaigrette, 580 Market Salad….Grilled Chicken, Mixed Baby Greens, Tomatoes, Quinoa, Grilled Asparagus, Sunflower Seeds, Feta, Sun-Dried Tomato Vinaigrette, Cajun Salmon Salad…..Mixed Baby Greens, Pepperjack Cheese, Tomatoes, Sweet Corn, Black Beans, Cajun-BBQ Ranch, Salmon Sandwich…. Grilled Salmon, Lettuce, Tomato, Fretboard Braised Onions, Garlic Aioli, Brioche Bun, last, but definitely not least…. Sidewinder Fries!

Primo Middletown is featured on the Front Cover…the absolute BEST new dining experience in the Greater Cincinnati area! An Italian Steakhouse with an incredible wine list and drink selection…fabulous steaks, seafood, house made pasta with authentic Italian ingredients…PLUS a bourbon bar and MORE! Worth the drive for sure!

Let Prime Cincinnati, Street City Urban Gourmet, and the FABULOUS Primo Middletown Italian Steakhouse, host you for dinner...drinks....pre-theatre...at the tennis tournament...any of your events (big or small)... they can host them all!

What’S GoinG on in auGuSt

BOGART’S

2621 Vine St.

Cincinnati, OH 45219

513-872-8801

Alexandra Kay: 8/4

Band of Horses: 8/5

Better Than Ezra: 8/8

The Warning: 8/15

Broadway Rave: 8/18

Club 90s Presents BTS Army

Rave, 18+ Only: 8/19

Sorry Papi Tour: The All Girl Party: 8/25

The Taylor Party: Taylor Swift Night, 18+ Only: 8/26

CINCINNATI ART MUSEUM

Reservations ONLY

953 Eden Park Drive

Cincinnati, OH 45202

513-721-ARTS (2787)

Roberto Lugo: Hi-Def Archives: 3/17-9/24

Creating Connections: SelfTaught Artists in the Rosenthal Collection: 6/9-10/8

Picasso Landscapes: Out of Bounds: 6/23-10/15

CINCINNATI CHAMBER ORCHESTRA

105 West 4th St. Suite 314

Cincinnati, OH 45202

513-723-1182

Beethoven Reconstructed: 8/5 (at the School for Creative and Performing Arts, Downtown)

Sounds of Silence: 8/6 (at Knox Presbyterian Church, Hyde Park)

Howlin’ Winds: 8/8 (at Go Bananas, Montgomery)

The Bachs: A Musical Dynasty: 8/12 (at Christ Church Cathedral, Downtown)

Sons of Bach: 8/13 (at Northminster Church, Finneytown)

Sweet or Tart?: 8/15 (at Urban Artifact, Northside)

Return of Chamber Rock: 8/16 (at The Redmoor, Mt. Lookout)

A Night in Havana: 8/19 (at the School for Creative and Performing Arts, Downtown)

Afro-Cuban Afternoon: 8/20 (at Roger Bacon High School, St. Bernard)

Commentary and Film Screening of “Buena Vista Social Club”: 8/22 (at the Esquire Theatre, Clifton)

Fiddlin’ Folk: 8/25 (8:30 performance only, The Barn, Mariemont)

Americana: 8/26 (at the School for Creative and Performing Arts, Downtown)

CINCINNATI MUSEUM CENTER

1301 Western Ave.

Cincinnati, OH 45203

513-287-7000

Bricktionary: The Ultimate LEGO

A-Z: now open

CINCINNATI PLAYHOUSE IN THE PARK

962 Mt. Adams Circle

Cincinnati, OH 45202

513-421-3888 (Box Office)

Ring of Fire: The Music of Johnny Cash: 8/26, 8/29-8/31

CINCINNATI SHAKESPEARE COMPANY

719 Race Street

Cincinnati, OH 45202

513-381-2273

The Importance of Being Earnest: 8/4-8/20

CINCINNATI ZOO

3400 Vine Street

Cincinnati, OH 45220

513-281-4700

Fritz’s First Birthday: 8/3

Zoo Golf: 8/21

ART BEYOND BOUNDARIES

1410 Main Street

Cincinnati, OH 45202

513-421-8726

Facing the Reality of my Procrastination: 7/1-8/18

Jazzed About Art: 9/29

CONTEMPORARY ARTS CENTER

44 E. 6th St.

Cincinnati, OH 45202

513-345-8400

Ecologies of Elsewhere: 2/10-8/6

Luis Camnitzer: Monuments to Unknown Heroes: 5/1-8/27

Robert O’Neal: Open to All: 5/110/7

GO BANANAS COMEDY CLUB

8410 Market Place Lane

Cincinnati, OH 45242

513-984-9288

Rocky Dale Davis: 8/4-8/5

Maddy Smith: 8/11-8/12

Steve Gillespie: 8/17-8/20

HERITAGE BANK CENTER

100 Broadway

Cincinnati, OH 45202

513-421-4111

Moneybagg Yo: 8/18

Barry Manilow: 8/26

KROHN CONSERVATORY

1501 Eden Park Drive

Cincinnati, OH 45202

513-421-4086

First Flowers featuring Dinosaurs: 7/1-10/22

MUSIC HALL

1241 Elm St.

Cincinnati, OH 45202

513-621-2787 (ARTS)

Bricks & Beer: Cincinnati Music

Hall History and Hops: 7/28-9/6

What’s GoinG on

NANCY AND DAVID WOLF HOLOCAUST & HUMANITY CENTER

1301 Western Ave.

Cincinnati, OH 45203

513-487-3055

Weekly Holocaust Speaker Series via Zoom every Wednesday at 11:00am: https://www.holocaustandhumanity.org/speaker-series/

A Guided Museum Tour with Mats Michaelsen: 8/13

NEWPORT AQUARIUM

1 Aquarium Way

Newport, KY 41071

Shark Summer: 5/26-9/10

RIVERBEND MUSIC CENTER

6295 Kellogg Ave

Cincinnati, OH 45230

(513) 232-6220

Dwight Yoakam: 8/4

Boy George & Culture Club: 8/5

Lindsey Stirling: 8/9

Outlaw Music Festival 2023: 8/13

Disturbed: 8/15

Luke Bryan: 8/17

Goo Goo Dolls: 8/18

Jethro Tull: 8/22

ZZ Top & Lynyrd Skynyrd: 8/25

The Five Seconds of Summer Show: 8/26

Pentatonix: 8/29

The Offspring with Simple Plan and Sum 41: 8/30

TAFT MUSUEM OF ART

316 Pike St.

Cincinnati, OH 45202

513-241-0343

Modern Women/Modern Vision: Photography from the Bank of America Collection: 6/3-9/10

The Boat Trip: Etchings by Charles François

Daubigny: 6/17-9/10

TAFT THEATER

317 E. 5th St.

Cincinnati, OH 45202

513-232-6220

Trey Kennedy: 8/5

Relix Presents Yonder Mountain String Band / Railroad Earth / Leftover Salmon: 8/10

Mark Normand: 8/19

WESTON ART GALLERY

650 Walnut St.

Cincinnati, OH 45202

513-977-4165

Mychaelyn Michalec: Not to Stifle, But to Clarify: 6/16-8/20

Anissa Lewis: Open Lots (We All Rise): 6/16-8/20

Melvin Grier: It Was Always About the Work: 6/168/20

Conventions & speCial events

Stampaway

Sharonville Convention Center

11355 Chester Road

Cincinnati, OH

8/2-8/5

Glier’s Goettafest

Newport on the Levee One Levee Way

Newport, KY 8/3

Great Inland Seafood Festival

Newport on the Levee’s Festival Park

One Levee Way

Newport, KY 8/10-8/13

Gun & Knife Show

Sharonville Convention Center

11355 Chester Road

Cincinnati, OH 8/12-8/13

The City Flea

Washington Park

1230 Elm Street Cincinnati, OH 8/12

The O.F.F. Market Summit Park 4335 Glendale Milford Rd. Cincinnati, OH 8/12

Western & Southern Open Lindner Family Tennis Center 5460 Courseview Drive Mason, OH 8/12-8/20

August Summer Music Festival at Ault Park Ault Park

5090 Observatory Circle Cincinnati, OH 8/17

Hair transplantation with

35th Annual Black Family Reunion

Various places around Cincinnati

Visit www.visitcincy.com for more information

8/17-8/20

Greater Cincinnati House & Outdoor Living Show

Sharonville Convention Center 11355 Chester Road

Cincinnati, OH

8/25-8/26

exhibit of the Month

Art Beyond Boundaries presents “Jazzed about Art”

Art Beyond Boundaries and The Center for Independent Living Options Inc. (CILO), invite you to join us on the evening of Friday, September 29, 2023, for the 7th annual Jazzed About Art at The Woodward Theater in Over-TheRhine. The evening will begin with a cocktail hour followed by a catered dinner buffet by Ollie’s Trolley. Throughout the evening you will enjoy live jazz from Art Gore and The Jazz Knights. Bourbon Pull and Live Auction presentation by Paolo, A Modern Jeweler of the elegant Date Night Package that includes a beautiful yellow diamond necklace on date night. Fabulous raffle prizes will be on display with tickets available for purchase.

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Jazzed About Art is an annual event that raises needed funds to support Art Beyond Boundaries, CILO’s inclusive art program and fine art gallery in Over-The-Rhine. Since 2005, this program has assisted hundreds of talented artists with disabilities to grow artistically by providing a professional mainstream exhibition venue where they can establish themselves in the art community. Each year the gallery hosts several themed exhibitions demonstrating a range of talents and skills spanning every type of medium. If you have any questions, or perhaps would like to discuss other ways you might support the event, please contact us.

shop of the Month

Sloane Boutique was founded in 2011 as the first women’s clothing store and over the Rhine, created to fortify and energize Cincinnati style scene- a goal that has and will continue to drive Sloane’s passion for creating and redefining trend.

Sloane aims to mix edgy styles with touches of modern-femininity, always with a foundation of quality and the idea that unique pieces can make getting dressed fun and personal! They have chosen each item because they spoke to them with authenticity and genuine character.

Pieces range in price because Sloane believes in accessible fashion that’s sustainably created, designed by passionate people, and endlessly unique to your tastes. To bring you something fresh, they’re  continuously introducing conceptual goods from some of style’s iconic origins all over the world. You can also find local designs in the shop— made with love from Cincinnati.

The modern woman needs outfitting that can transcend style over time and Sloane

hopes you find that here…stop in, say hello, find something that is easily as effortless as it is chic.

Sloane Boutique has become a premier destination for the fashion-forward woman. Specializing in exclusive garments and hard-to-find brands, we’re sure you’ll find something you love.

NEW AT SLOANE….MENSWEAR!!!

View the new and growing collection of men’s fashion. Visit us in store or at a popup event to see all the new looks!

LOCATED IN OVER THE RHINE…

Sloane Boutique

1216 Vine Street

Cincinnati, OH 45202

Monday-Wednesday 11-6PM

Thursday-Saturday 11-7PM

Sunday 12-5PM

Also available online at SloaneBoutique.com

Designers:

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business of the Month

OTR…The new hub for designer clothing in Cincinnati!

bring a new point of view to Cincinnati, an oft-overlooked gem of the Midwest. They are proud to be part of the movement of women-owned business and focus on making an impact in the local community. Cincinnati is the heart and soul of Idlewild and continues to be a constant source of inspiration.

BRANDS STOCKED

MM6 Margiela

Rachel Comey

Ulla Johnson

Henrik Vibskov

Issey Miyake

Nestled in the heart of downtown Cincinnati, Idlewild bridges the gap between fashion, art, and lifestyle. Offering a refined yet relaxed atmosphere, the store is cultivated for customers who want the most from their shopping experience. Breaking away from typical luxury retail, Idlewild invites everyone to immerse themselves in a world distinguished by diverse, inclusive, and design-forward clothing and accessories.

Pleats Please

Tessa was a design contestant on Season 17 of Project Runway on Bravo, where she was touted by celebrity judges as having a great sense of styling and good taste. At Idlewild, you can experience this any day of the week while working with Tessa herself, or her trained team of in-store stylists.

Rodebjer and Many More

In 2018, Idlewild was reinvented by owners Julie Clark and Jessica Murray, along with store director Tessa Clark. Each an artist in their own right – ceramicist, photographer, and designer - the trio of women wanted to

Open everyday!

11am - 7pm 1230 Vine Street

Cincinnati, Ohio 45202

www.idlewildwoman.com

@idlewildotr

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GRANDVIEW TAVERN

2220 Grandview Dr. Fort Mitchell, KY 41017

859-341-8439

One of Northern Kentucky’s premier food and beverage entertainment business. Established in 2007 and still going strong. Over a decade of research and development has forged a casual upscale concept, second to none.

HOFBRAUHAUS

200 E. 3rd. St., Newport, KY 41071

859-491-7200

The first authentic Hofbräuhaus in America, modeled after the legendary 400+ year-old Hofbräuhaus in Munich, Germany! Guests are now able to enjoy many of the traditions from Germany that have made Hofbräuhaus famous. From the traditionally decorated rooms in the

building to the beer that is brewed on-site, and of course the excellent German fare.

POMPILIO’S

600 Washington Ave., Newport, KY 41071

859-581-3065

Pompilio’s has been serving the tri-state area home-cooked Italian meals for 80 consecutive years!

RIVERFRONT PIZZA

617 W. 3rd St.

Covington, KY 41011

859-261-4800

Whether you’re craving carry out pizza, pasta, chicken parmesan with spaghetti, a fresh salad, or a hoagie, Riverfront Pizza offers gourmet Italian food that will satisfy your appetite.

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THE PARK POUR

4815 Cooper Road

Blue Ash, Ohio 45242

513-376-7247

Great coffee, light bites, cocktails and exciting wines. A comfortably familiar spot for conversation with friends, work meetups or grabbing a bottle of wine on your way home.

BROWN DOG CAFE

1000 Summit Place

Blue Ash, OH 45242

513-794-1610

Chef Shawn and his culinary team proudly present an ever-changing, eclectic menu featuring sustainable Hawaiian fish, steaks, and more.

THE ORIGINAL MONTGOMERY INN

9440 Montgomery Rd.

Montgomery, OH 45242

513-791-3482

Cincinnati’s famous rib joint!

MAGGIANO’S LITTLE ITALY

7875 Montgomery Rd.

Cincinnati, OH 45236

Reservations: (513) 794-0670

Carryout: (513) 794-0676

Banquets: (513) 794-0672

Stop by Maggiano’s at Kenwood Towne Centre for season-fresh Italian food in Cincinnati, prepared by Chef Karl Lenz and inspired by Nonna’s traditional recipes.

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CAFE ALMA

6111 Montgomery Rd.

Cincinnati, OH 45213

513-620-8526

Our mission at Café Alma is to encourage the habit of healthy eating, living a well-balanced lifestyle and spreading the knowledge we have about the benefits of the Mediterranean Diet.

CHICKEN ON THE RUN

7255 Ohio Ave.

Cincinnati, OH 45236

513-791-6577

Low-key haunt for burgers, sloppy joes & other hearty American eats, plus craft beer & sports on TV.

RED FEATHER KITCHEN

3200 Madison Rd.

Cincinnati, OH 45209

513-407-3631

A contemporary American farm to table restaurant located in the Oakley neighborhood of

Greater Cincinnati. Offering an upscale casual dining experience with an emphasis on classic culinary techniques and slow, careful preparations. Enjoy forty wines by the glass, 200+ by the bottle, house made craft cocktails and a comprehensive list of micro-brewed beers.

THE TURF CLUB

4618 Eastern Ave.

Cincinnati, OH 45226

513-533-4222

A quirky joint doling out beers and jumbo burgers with adventurous toppings in a neon-lit room.

HIGH GRAIN BREWING CO.

6860 Plainfield Rd.

Cincinnati, OH 45236

513-791-7000

A brewery with a scratch kitchen making sustainable choices from the onset of each project. We love beer and believe beer is best with a good meal with locally sourced food.

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MOERLEIN LAGER HOUSE

115 Joe Nuxhall Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202

513-421-2337

Prominently situated in the dynamic Smale Riverfront Park, the Moerlein Lager House offers a guest experience unlike any other - a working microbrewery producing a full line of Moerlein craft brews and delectable fare reminiscent of foods served in the city’s celebrated 19th century beer gardens.

EL BARRIL

940 Pavilion St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

513-381-6112

Mexican inspired sports bar in historic Mt Adams!

COPPER AND FLAME

1115 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

513-381-0484

An experiential drinkery in the heart of Over-the-

Rhine. Industrial-chic taproom with brick walls serving hearty comfort food plates & self-serve draft beer.

PRIME CINCINNATI

580 Walnut St., Cincinnati, OH 45202

513-579-0720

Known for its USDA Prime Steaks, exquisite cuisine, extensive wine selectionand outstanding service.

STREET CITY

On 6th Street Between Main & Walnut

580 Walnut Street

Cincinnati, Ohio 45202

513-873-7529

Street City Pub offers urban gourmet fare, live music, a street-side patio, and all-day happy hour.

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IDLEWILD – OTR

1230 Vine Street

Cincinnati, Ohio 45202

(513) 381-4059

SLOANE BOUTIQUE – OTR

1216 Vine St. Cincinnati, OH 45202

513-579-8111

LANE & KATE – OTR

1417 Vine St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-381-1122

LULU’S BOUTIQUE

6145 Bridgetown Rd.

Cincinnati, OH 45248

513-574-0839

ADC FINE ART

1013 York St.

Cincinnati, OH 45214

513-723-1222

APPOINTMENTS

441 Vine St. #20

Cincinnati, OH 45202

513-421-7430

CINCY SHIRTS

1435 Main St. Cincinnati, OH

513-510-5774

2709 Observatory Ave. Cincinnati, OH

513-832-2125

295 W. Loveland Ave.

Loveland, OH 45140

513-340-4373

EDDIE LANE’S DIAMOND

SHOWROOM

9301 Montgomery Rd, Montgomery, OH 45242

513-793-4111

UPPER EDEN

1120 St. Gregory St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

513-421-1120

JACOB JAMES

3446 Edwards Rd.

Cincinnati, OH 45208

513-376-6288

DEERFIELD TOWNE CENTER

5505 Deerfield Blvd.

Deerfield, OH 513-770-0273

EASTGATE MALL

4601 Eastgate Blvd Cincinnati, OH 513-752-2294

FLORENCE MALL

2028 Mall Road Florence, KY 859-371-1231

KENWOOD TOWNE CENTER

7875 Montgomery Road Cincinnati, OH

513-745-9100

LIBERTY CENTER

7628 Liberty Way

West Chester, OH 513-644-0900

NEWPORT ON THE LEVEE

1 Levee Way

Newport, KY 866-538-3359

NORTHGATE MALL

9501 Colerain Avenue Cincinnati, OH 513-385-5600

ROOKWOOD PAVILION

3805 Edwards Road

Cincinnati, OH 513-241-5800

SYCAMORE CROSSING/ PLAZA

7800-7896 Montgomery Rd. Cincinnati, OH 877-225-5337

VOICE OF AMERICA CENTRE

7598 Voice of America Drive West Chester, OH 513-792-5000

OUTLET MALLS

Cincinnati Premium Outlets

400 Premium Outlets Drive Monroe, OH 513-539-0710