Designers:
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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Burger week is here at Street City Urban Gourmet! July 10-16. Every year, our wonderful city is taken over by fabulous burgers. The absolute best, and I do mean best, is at Street City Urban Gourmet.
For only $7, the Primo Primetime Smash, five ounce Prime Certified Angus Beef, Arugula, House Giardiniera, Gorgonzola, Guanaciale, Garlic Aioli on a Brioche Bun. YUMMY! Please add sides for a bit extra. They are outstanding!
Also being featured at Primo Middletown is the Primo Primetime Smash for $10! Eight ounce Prime Certified Angus Beef, Arugula, House Giardiniera, Gorgonzola, Guanaciale, Garlic Aioli on a Brioche Bun, PLUS Primo Pasta Salad, what a fabulous meal!
And more for July…
Steakhouse Month is EXTENDED! Visit Prime Cincinnati and Primo Middletown for Certified Angus Beef Prime steaks. Both locations are featuring Steakhouse specials throughout the month.
While the steaks are always the feature at both locations, guests can also indulge in one of the many other aspects of each restaurant. Choose to dine on a luxurious outdoor patio, enjoy happy hour at the gorgeous bar, or become members of an exclusive bourbon experience – speakeasy style – through the doors of Unexpected.
Whether you choose to visit the seasoned Prime Cincinnati, or the new Primo Italian Steakhouse, enjoy the July Steakhouse Month specials, Burger Week specials, Happy Hour or Unexpected, you, and your palate, will be thrilled.
ARONOFF CENTER FOR THE ARTS
650 Walnut Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202
The Addams Family, Young @ Part: 7/22
BOGART’S
2621 Vine St.
Cincinnati, OH 45219
513-872-8801
Grandson Presents: I Love You, I’m Trying Tour: 7/3
Candlebox: 7/6
Future Islands: 7/8
Destroy Boys: 7/12
L.S. Dunes: 7/21
Club 90s Presents Midnight Memories (18+): 7/22
Declan McKenna: 7/28
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 MUSEUM CENTER
1301 Western Ave.
Cincinnati, OH 45203
513-287-7000
Bricktionary: The Ultimate LEGO
A-Z: now open
A Year on the Edge: now open
CINCINNATI OPERA
1243 Elm Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202
The Knock: 6/23-7/7
The Barber of Seville: 7/6-7/8
Madame Butterfly: 7/22-7/29
CINCINNATI ZOO
3400 Vine Street
Cincinnati, OH 45220
513-281-4700
Pride Night at the Cincinnati Zoo: 7/14
Fritz & Fiona’s Fundae Sundae: 7/30
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
ENSEMBLE THEATRE
CINCINNATI
1127 Vine St.
Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-421-3555
MLM is for Murder (Or, Your Side Hustle is Killing Us): 7/1
GO BANANAS COMEDY CLUB
8410 Market Place Lane
Cincinnati, OH 45242
513-984-9288
Greg Hahn: 6/29-7/2
Ryan Singer: 7/6-7/9
Ismael Loutfi: 7/13-7/16
Raanan Hershberg: 7/20-7/22
HEBREW UNION COLLEGE: SKIRBALL MUSEUM
3101 Clifton Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45220
513-221-1875
Frank Stella: Had Gadya: now until 7/2
KROHN CONSERVATORY
1501 Eden Park Drive
Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-421-4086
First Flowers featuring Dinosaurs: 7/1-10/22
ART BEYOND BOUNDARIES
1410 Main Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-421-8726
Facing the Reality of my Procrastination: 7/1-8/18
MUSIC HALL
1241 Elm St.
Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-621-2787 (ARTS)
Bricks & Beer: Cincinnati Music Hall History and Hops: 7/28-9/6
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/
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
Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds & Garbage: 7/1
Red, White & Boom!: 7/4
Chicago: 7/6
Lettuce & Steel: 7/7
Fall Out Boy: 7/15
Tedeschi Trucks Band: 7/18
Jason Aldean: 7/21
Big Time Rush: 7/23
50 Cent: 7/29
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
Kansas: 7/7
David Nihill: 7/8
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
$200
Gem, Jewelry & Mineral Expo
Sharonville Convention Center
11355 Chester Road
Cincinnati, OH
7/1-7/2
Monet: The Immersive Experience
18 W. Fourth St. Cincinnati, OH 7/1-7/31
Balloon Glow
Coney Island
6201 Kellogg Ave. Cincinnati, OH 7/3
57th Annual Independence Day Fireworks at Ault Park Ault Park
5090 Observatory Circle Cincinnati, OH 7/4
The O.F.F. Market Summit Park
4335 Glendale Milford Rd.
Cincinnati, OH
7/8
Guinness Cincinnati Celtic Festival
The Banks East Freedom Way Cincinnati, OH 7/14-7/16
SCG Con Cincinnati
Duke Energy Convention Center
525 Elm Street
Cincinnati, OH
7/14-7/16
Cincy Blues Fest
Village Green Park
301 Wessel Dr. Fairfield, OH 7/15
July Summer Music Festival at Ault Park Ault Park
5090 Observatory Circle
Cincinnati, OH 7/20
The All-American Cookout Purple People Bridge
One Levee Way Newport, KY 7/20
Cincinnati Music Festival Paycor Stadium
One Paul Brown Stadium
Cincinnati, OH 7/20
Bacon, Burger and Brew
Newport on the Levee Festival Park
One Levee Way
Newport, KY 7/21-7/23
Cincy Soul: The Black Taste
Fountain Square and Fifth Street
Cincinnati, OH
7/21-7/23
The City Flea
Washington Park
1230 Elm Street
Cincinnati, OH
7/22
Glenn Miller Orchestra
Sharonville Convention Center
11355 Chester Road
Cincinnati, OH 7/25
Glier’s Goetta Fest
Newport on the Levee
One Levee Way
Newport, KY 7/27-7/30
Big Coin Show
Sharonville Convention Center
11355 Chester Road
Cincinnati, OH 7/28-7/29
Gift Cards Available
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
