September 2015
September 18-20 Downtown - Fifth Street
Mayor’s Welcome Dear Visitor: On behalf of the citizens of Cincinnati, I am honored to invite you to our great city. Cincinnati has invested billions of dollars in recent downtown and riverfront development, including the historic Over-the-Rhine neighborhood and The Banks entertainment district.
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Autumn is an especially great time to visit our city. In addition to watching the leaves change color in our award-winning park system, Cincinnati is host to several festivals at this time of the year including Oktoberfest Zinzinnati at Fountain Square, the Chrysanthemum show at Krohn Conservatory and the Cincinnati Chocolate Festival at Xavier University. Key Magazine Cincinnati is a great resource for learning about the many attractions we have to offer. With world-class museums and theaters, one of the top five zoos in the nation, touring Broadway productions and incredible architecture, Cincinnati has something for everyone to enjoy. Numerous high-profile events have been held in Cincinnati in recent years including the 2015 Major League Baseball All-Star Game and the 2012 World Choir Games. We are honored to welcome thousands of convention visitors to our city each year, and know that your decision to visit the Queen City will not leave you disappointed. I am confident you will enjoy your stay in Cincinnati. Please enjoy our hospitality, sample our many amenities and have a wonderful time. We are glad you’re here! Sincerely,
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September 2015
VOL. 72
NO. 9
Mayor’s Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Cover story. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 What’s Going On. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Conventions / Special Events. . . . . . 9 Restaurant of the Month. . . . . . . . . 10 Business of the Month . . . . . . . . . . 11 Exhibit to Visit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Hot Spot of the Month . . . . . . . . . . 13 Farmer’s Markets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Greater Cincinnati Area Map. . . . 16-17 Downtown Map. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Mainstrasse Map. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Over The Rhine Map. . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Over The Rhine Dining . . . . . . . . . . 21 Downtown Dining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Northern Dining. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Kentucky Dining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Shopping Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Art Galleries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Antique Shops. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Southbank Shuttle Map . . . . . . . . . 30
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Cover Story
Oktoberfest Zinzinnati is America’s Oktoberfest
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incinnati is steeped in rich German Heritage - just ask one of the many German Societies in town who work hard at bringing that culture to the forefront. That’s why there’s no better place for an Oktoberfest than Cincinnati! Starting in 1976on one city block, Oktoberfest Zinzinnati is now a 16-city block extravaganza that is second only to the original Oktoberfest in Munich. Attended by over 600,000 people, Oktoberfest Zinzinnati is a wonderful opportunity to be immersed in German culture and heritage that makes Cincinnati, while enjoying fine food, beer and events that are fun for all ages. Oktoberfest Zinzinnati, presented by Samuel Adams, opens on Friday, September 18 at 5pm. The official opening ceremonies are at 11:30 am on Saturday, September 19 with the traditional tapping of the keg by Samuel Adams founder (and Cincinnati native) Jim Koch, followed by a procession through the city streets by members of the many German societies in town, dressed in traditional garb and carrying the flags of their particular German background. But don’t think the festivities don’t kick off until Friday evening - be on Fountain Square at noon that day for the 9th Annual Running of the Wieners! 100 Dachshunds in hot dog costumes will be running races in heats of 10, and the winners of those will run one last race to crown the official King or Queen of the Wiener Dogs! This is a race not to be missed - the sight of all those 6 KEYCINCINNATI.COM
wiener dogs in wiener suits is entertainment for the entire family. Fritz, the official Wiener Dog Mascot will be walking around for photo-ops and good times. After the dogs have their day, Oktoberfest Zinzinnati continues with the Gemuetlichkeit (Goodwill) Games at 1:00pm, which features beer barrel rolls and beer stein races. And if that’s not your mug of beer, you can enjoy so many other activities, including the World’s Largest Chicken Dance. While the Grand Marshall has yet to be announced, past honorees have included Weird Al Yankovic, Nick and Drew Lachey, Joe Morgan and the Prince of Bavaria. Not up to getting your chicken on? Try this year’s new Mike’s Hard Tug of War, sponsored by Mike’s Hard Lemonade, on Sunday at 11am right in the street. You can also have fun at the Beer Stein Hoisting contest: a liter Stein is filled to the brim and you have to hold it up without so much as a waver of the arm. Not as easy as it looks! Oktoberfest Zinzinnati’s most unique event is the World Brat Eating Contest, with Joey “The Jaw” Chestnut coming in to defend his brat-eating crown. Show up to watch - if you’ve got the stomach for it! There will be close to 40 food tents, where in the past they’ve sold 90,000 brats, 80,000 metts, 54,000 sauerkraut balls, 25,000 potato pancakes and tons of strudel and pretzels. New this year is Brewer’s Alley, where thirsty folk can enjoy micro brews from across the country as well as from right here in the Tri-State area.
What’s Going On ARONOFF CENTER FOR THE ARTS 650 Walnut Street Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-621-2787 (ARTS) Motown the Musical: 9/8-9/20 ART BEYOND BOUNDARIES GALLERY 1410 Main St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-421-8726 My Mind Is A Camera: 8/2810/16 BELTERRA CASINO AND HOTEL 777 Belterra Drive Florence, Indiana 47020 812-427-7777 Donny Osmond: 9/5 John Kay & Steppenwolf: 9/19 Ronnie Milsap: 9/26 BOGART’S 2621 Vine St. Cincinnati, OH 45219 513-872-8801 Mac Sabbath: 9/4 Talib Kweli: 9/9 Avatar: 9/10 The Damned: 9/11 Bayside: 9/15 Beach House: 9/18 Mr. Speed-A Tribute to KISS: 9/19 Stone Temple Pilots: 9/22 Young Thug: The Hy!£UN35 Tour: 9/26 ART MUSEUM 953 Eden Park Drive Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-721-2787 (ARTS) Northern Baroque Splendor, The HOHENBUCHAU COLLECTION from: LIECHTENSTEIN. The Princely Collections, Vienna: 6/27-9/30 Unknown Elements: 8/15-11/8
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CINCINNATI BALLET RIVERBEND COMPANY MUSIC CENTER 1555 Central Parkway 6295 Kellogg Ave Cincinnati, OH 45214 Cincinnati, OH 45230 513-621-5219 (513) 232-6220 The Kaplan New Works Series: Dierks Bentley with Kip Moore, 9/11-9/19 Maddie & Tae and Canaan Smith: 9/4 Tony Bennett: 9/5 CINCINNATI BENGALS An Evening with Jackson Browne: 9/9 vs. Chargers: 9/20 O.A.R: 9/10 CINCINNATI CHAMBER Ed Sheeran with Christina Perri: 9/17 ORCHESTRA Death Cab for Cutie: 9/18 105 West 4th St. Rascal Flatts with Scotty McCreery Suite 314 and Ashley Monroe: 9/19 Cincinnati, OH 45202 SiriusXM’s 80s on 8 presents Rick 513-723-1182 Springfield with Loverboy and The Storm of Strings: 9/3 Romantics: 9/20 alt-J with Sam Fermin: 9/21 CINCINNATI MUSEUM Toby Keith: 9/25 CENTER 1301 Western Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45203 513-287-7000 Science of Sports: Now open Queen City Baseball: Diamonds and Stars: Now open Treasures of Our Military Past: Now open CINCINNATI PLAYHOUSE IN THE PARK 962 Mt. Adams Circle Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-421-3888 (Box Office) The Secret Garden: 9/5-9/6, 9/8-9/13, 9/15-9/20, 9/229/27, 9/259-9/30 High School Alien: 9/26 Sex With Strangers: 9/269/27, 9/29-9/30 CINCINNATI POPS ORCHESTRA 1241 Elm Street Cincinnati, OH 45202 General Information: 513-6211919 or Box Office: 513-3813300 Back to the Future-Live in Concert: 9/19
Pops at the Movies: 9/18, 9/20 CINCINNATI PUBLIC LIBRARY: MAIN BRANCH 800 Vine Street Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-369-6900 Bookworks XVI: 9/1-9/6 CINCINNATI SHAKESPEARE COMPANY 719 Race Street Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-381-2273 Cyrano de Bergerac: 9/11-10/3 CINCINNATI SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA 1241 Elm Street Cincinnati, OH 45202 General Information: 513-6211919 or Box Office: 513-3813300 Symphonie Fantastique: 9/259/26 CINCINNATI ZOO 3400 Vine Street Cincinnati, OH 45220 KEYCINCINNATI.COM 7
What’s Going On 513-281-4700 Wild About Wine: 9/3 Zoofari: 9/18 CONTEMPORARY ARTS CENTER 44 E. 6th St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-345-8400 The Perfect Kiss (QQ)**questioning, queer: now through 10/11 The Vesper Project: now through 10/11 ENSEMBLE THEATRE CINCINNATI 1127 Vine St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-421-3555 Luna Gale: 9/8-9/27 FUNNY BONE COMEDY CLUB 1 Levee Way Newport, Kentucky 41071 859-957-2000 Sean Donnelly: 9/3-9/5 Ralph Harris: 9/11-9/13 Dan Grueter: 9/24-9/27 GO BANANAS COMEDY CLUB 8410 Market Place Lane Cincinnati, OH 45242 513-984-9288 Nate Craig: 9/3-9/6 Sean Patton: 9/10-9/13 HOLLYWOOD CASINO 777 Hollywood Blvd. Lawrenceburg, Indiana 47025 888-274-6797 Martina McBride: 9/12 KROHN CONSERVATORY 1501 Eden Park Drive Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-421-4086 A Bevy of Blossoms and A Flock of Flowers: All month
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NATIONAL UNDERGROUND RAILROAD FREEDOM CENTER 50 E. Freedom Way Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-333-7739) Power of the Vote: all month Diversity in Baseball: : all month NEWPORT AQUARIUM 1 Aquarium Way Newport, KY 41071 Weeki Wachee Mermaids: 9/25-10/12 RIVERBEND TAFT MUSEUM OF ART 316 Pike St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-241-0343 From Studio to Carousel: The Whimsical World of Jonathan Queen: 5/22-9/6 Enduring Spirit: Edward Curtis and the North American Indians: 6/13-9/20 TAFT THEATER 317 E. 5th St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-232-6220 AIR1 Positive Hits Tour: 9/1 Los Lobos: 9/13 Paula Poundstone: 9/18 Joe Walsh: 9/21 Brandi Carlile: 9/30 U.S. BANK ARENA 100 Broadway Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-421-4111
Five Finger Death Punch & Papa Roach: 9/5 WATER TOWER FINES WINES 6136 Campus Lane, Cincinnati, OH 45230 513-231-9463 Tour of Italy: 9/4 Tour of France: 9/11 Greece Plus: 9/18 White Wines of Germany and Austria: 9/25 Sunday Sampler: Northern Rhone: 9/27 WESTON ART GALLERY 650 Walnut St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-977-4165 Donald Kelley: Transformed Worlds: 9/11-11/8 Elena Dorfman, Sublime: The L.A. River: 9/114-11/8
Conventions/ Special Events AVP Pro Beach Volleyball Lindner Family Tennis Center 5460 Courseview Dr. Mason, OH 9/3-9/6
Cincinnati Jazz & BBQ Festival 5899 Madison Road Cincinnati, OH 9/12
Cruise-a-Palooza Coney Island 6201 Kellogg Ave. Anderson Township, OH 9/5
Urban League of Greater Cincinnati 2015 Annual Gala and Silent Auction Duke Energy Convention Center 525 Elm Street Cincinnati, OH 9/12
Ohio Renaissance Festival 10542 E. Ohio 73 Harveysburg, OH 9/5-10/25 Rubber Duck Regatta Purple People Bridge Pete Rose Way, Cincinnati; Third Street, Newport Newport, KY 9/6 Labor Day Fireworks at Mount Adams Pavilion 949 Pavilion St. Cincinnati, OH 9/6 Cincinnati Film Festival Opening Night: Comedy and Documentary with Rain Pryor 1028 Scott Blvd. Covington, KY 9/10 MainStrasse Village Oktoberfest Mainstrasse Village Main Street Covington, KY 9/11-9/13 St. Susanna Festival St. Susanna School 500 Reading Road Mason, OH 9/11-9/13
Arts and Wine Festival Vinoklet Winery and Restaurant 11069 Colerain Ave. Cincinnati, OH 9/12-9/13 Bill Goodman’s Gun and Knife Show Sharonville Convention Center 11355 Chester Rd Cincinnati, OH 9/12-9/13 Cincinnati Hispanic Fest Hamilton County Fairgrounds 7801 Anthony Wayne Ave. Cincinnati, OH 9/12-9/13 Cincy Comicon Northern Kentucky Convention Center 1 W. RiverCenter Blvd. Covington, KY 9/12-9/13 Cincinnati National College Fair Duke Energy Convention Center 525 Elm Street Cincinnati, OH 9/13
2015 Cincinnati Comic Expo Geek Prom Duke Energy Convention Center 525 Elm Street Cincinnati, OH 9/18 Oktoberfest-Zinzinnati Downtown Cincinnati 9/18-9/20 Cincinnati Comic Expo Duke Energy Convention Center 525 Elm Street Cincinnati, OH 9/18-9/20 Recumbent Cycle-Con Sharonville Convention Center 11355 Chester Rd Cincinnati, OH 9/26-9/27
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Restaurant
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A taste of success at the Western & Southern Open for Palomino
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enerally at the Western & Southern Tennis Open, you expect the food to be fun, to be tasty, but not necessarily to be fine-dining. But this year, Palomino Restaurant and Bar, located in Downtown Cincinnati, had their first appearance at the Open - and it was a Grand Slam. Nelson Castillo, General Manager of Palomino, said the decision to participate at the Western & Southern Open was definitely the right one. “There was a huge impact, bringing fine-dining to the Open” said Castillo, who greeted many new visitors as they entered the tent at the ATP. During the week they were at the Open, reservations went up at the downtown restaurant, and more interest in the restaurant was expressed by so many. He saw lots of repeat customers throughout the week at the ATP…coming back again and again for the tasty offerings. Palomino served up their Chop Chop Salad, Rigatoni Bolognese, Tiramisu, and the biggest hit of the week, Beef and Salmon Sliders. They sold over 750 dozen sliders, and the popularity spiked interest and sales, many ordering the full-size versions at the restaurant. Marketing of the restaurant in Key Magazine Cincinnati, radio, and at the Western & Southern Open really gave them a leg up. “We will definitely be back at the ATP next year,” said Nelson Castillo…. “It was fantastic!”. 10 KEYCINCINNATI.COM
Business
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It’s all about Kentucky at Village Gifts
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ou don’t have to go far from Cincinnati to get a Kentucky fix. Just across the river, in Covington’s historic MainStrasse Village, you’ll find Village Gifts KY where they’re “Everything Kentucky & Proud of It”. If it’s made in Kentucky, or has a Kentucky theme, you’ll be sure to find it on the shelves of Village Gifts KY. Do you “love the Cov?” Then their line of I Love Covington mugs, stickers and gift baskets will definitely please you. If you’d like to support the sprucing up of Goebel Park, you can buy a t-shirt featuring the Goebel Park Goat and all proceeds will go back to the park. Have a hankering for Bourbon? Well, who doesn’t? Village Gifts KY has a complete line of Bourbon Barrel Food products, from desserts and seasonings to BourbonQ sauce and other delicious
marinades and sauces, as well branded Kentucky Bourbon Trail products. Some of the most popular Kentucky-made products at Village Gifts KY include Yankee Doodle Deli Pretzels and gourmet jams and jellies by Made by Mavis, both made right in Covington, Kentucky. The pretzels come in sweet and spicy varieties and the jams and jellies are not the everyday, put on your PB&J spreads; with flavors like Blueberry Lime, Apple Jalapeno and Honey, Pear and Vanilla, you’ll be going above and beyond the usual sandwich! Village Gifts KY is open Wednesday through Friday, 11am-6pm; Saturday, 11am-7pm; and Sunday, 12pm-5pm. Why only go home with just Cincinnati delicacies? Take home a full taste of the Tri-State area from Village Gifts KY.
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‘My Mind is a Camera’ exhibit at Art Beyond Boundaries
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hotography exhibits are often perceived as just being about what you see in the pictures themselves, but Art Beyond Boundaries is presenting an exhibit that’s also about the perception and thoughts of the photographer as much as what’s in front of the lens - welcome to My Mind is a Camera. My Mind is a Camera will feature local and regional photographers - novice, amateur and professional - in this unique single-media exhibit, opening late August and running through October 16, 2015. Featured photographers include Melvin Grier, Ann Segal, Jymi Bolden, Jeanine Steel and J. Miles Wolf, among others. All photographers participating in the exhibit are aspiring to be a part of FOTOFOCUS 2016, a biennial celebration of all things photography. The theme of My Mind is a Camera ties in to the upcoming FOTOFOCUS theme
of “The Undocument”, where photographers will compare documentary-style photography with the notions of realism and objectivity. Art Beyond Boundaries is a professional fine-art exhibition venue, a place where local and regional artists with disabilities can display, market and sell their artwork. By promoting awareness and understanding of artists with disabilities, the gallery demonstrates to both the artists and the community that art transcends the limits. Located on Main Street in Downtown Cincinnati, visitors can stop by to view exhibits or go online at www. artbeyondboundaries.com and view their on-line gallery. Don’t miss out on the chance to see this riveting exhibit, and delve into the minds and lenses of the photographers.
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Hot Spot
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Up on the roof...at Top of the Park, the Downtown Marriott Residence Inn
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ne of the hottest - and in fact, the coolest - spots in Downtown Cincinnati is the Top of the Park, a roof-top bar at the Downtown Marriott Residence Inn. So much more than just your regular, run-of-the-mill gathering place, the Top of the Park offers up the best views of the city on two different levels, either of which is available for private functions. With nearly 360-degree views of the Ohio River, Mount Adams, Lytle Park and of course, downtown Cincinnati, this happening spot is the ideal place to gather with friends relax, enjoy a drink and revel in the spectacular view; in the summer, you can even see Fireworks Fridays at the Great American Ball Park right from your seat! Hand-crafted cocktails and a full wine and beer list await you, and appetizers and small plates are available; the Top of the Park chef likes to stay
current with the latest food trends, so you’re bound to find many delicious nibbles to pair perfectly with your choice of libation. Only one level is usually rented out at a time, so even if there’s a private event you are sure to find a seat to relax after a busy day or hectic weekend. And if the Cincinnati weather doesn’t cooperate...well, they’ve got plenty of great inside space to accommodate the crowd. Top of the Park can be rented out for everything from weddings, rehearsal dinners and holiday parties to corporate events and awards ceremonies. Come and see them Tuesday through Thursday from 5pm-10pm, Friday and Saturday from 5pm11pm and Sundays 1pm-8pm. Be sure to check on-line first at www.topoftheparkcincinnati.com to see which levels are open and then come down, have a drink while drinking in the best views of Cincinnati!
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Area Farmer’s Markets Daily Markets: Boone County Farmers’ Market 9 a.m.-6 p.m. East of Boone County Cooperative Extension Service 6028 Camp Ernst Road
Burlington, KY Farmer Produce Market of Cincinnati at Lunken Airport 1:30-6 p.m., Monday-Friday; 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday-Sunday Wilmer Avenue off State Route 52, Linwood Friday Markets: Alexandria Farmers’ Market 3-6 p.m. Southern Lanes Sports Complex, 7634 Alexandria Pike, Alexandria, KY Bright Farmers’ Market 3-6:30 p.m. Providence Presbyterian Church, Stateline and Salt Fork Roads, Bright, IN Brookville Farmers’ Market 4:30-6:30 p.m. Main Street, Brookville, IN Fort Thomas Farmer’s Market 3-7 p.m. Fort Thomas Plaza, 90 Alexandria Pike, Fort Thomas, KY Lettuce Eat Well Farmers’ Market on Cincinnati’s West Side 3-7 p.m. Cheviot United Methodist Church, 3820 Westwood Northern Blvd., Cheviot Northminster United Presbyterian Church Tailgate Market 3:30-6:30 p.m. 703 Compton Road, Finneytown
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Saturday Markets: Anderson Outdoor Farmers’ Market 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Anderson Center Station, 7832 Five Mile Road, Anderson Twp. Batesville Farmers’ Market 8-11 a.m., Main and George Streets, Batesville, IN Covington Farmers’ Market 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Court Street and Park Place, Covington, KY Deerfield Township Farmers’ Market
Area Farmer’s Markets 9 a.m.-noon Kingswood Park, 4188 Irwin Simpson Road, Mason Findlay Market Farmers’ Market 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Findlay Market Farm Shed, 1801 Race St., Over-the-Rhine
Market 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Findlay Market Farm Shed, 1801 Race St., Over-the-Rhine
continued Hyde Park Farmers’ Market 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Hyde Park Square on Erie Avenue, Hyde Park
Historic Hamilton Farmers’ Market 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Butler County Courthouse Square, Hamilton Independence Farmers’ Market 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Next to courthouse, 5272 Madison Pike, Independence, KY Mason Farmers’ Market 8 a.m.-noon Mason Middle School, 770 Mason-Montgomery Road, Mason Montgomery Farmers’ Market 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Mongtomery Elementary, 9609 Montgomery Road, Montgomery Newport Farmers’ Market 9 a.m.-1 p.m.., starts June 29. 709 Monmouth St., Newport, KY Ohio Valley Fruit & Vegetable Grower’s Association, Milford 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Milford Garden Center lot, Corner of Route 131 and Route 50, Milford West Chester Farmers’ and Art Market 9 a.m.-1 p.m. West Chester Towne Centre Drive, West Chester Sunday Markets: Findlay Market Farmers’
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Greater Cincinnati Area Map 1 Palomino 2 Montgomery Inn Boathouse 3 Ultimate Air Shuttle 4 League for Animal Welfare 5 Appointments 6 Mecklenburg Gardens 7 Nuvo at Greenup 8 Seasons 52 9 Kurtzman Plastic Surgery 10 Montgomery Inn 11 Symphony Hotel & Restaurant 12 Bon Chinese 13 Entertrainment Junction 14 Water Tower Fine Wines
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MAINSTRASSE VILLAGE OKTOBERFEST – September 11, 12, 13. Oom, Pah, Pah! Strike up the band for everyone’s favorite Oktoberfest, held the weekend after Labor Day for 37 years. From the First Keg Tapping Ceremony to the close of the day, it’s time to celebrate life with great German and American food and outstanding entertainment. Over 75 Arts and Crafts booths!
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Over The Rhine Dining Symphony Hotel & Restaurant 210 W. 14th St., Cincinnati, OH 45202 (513)721-3353 The Symphony Hotel and Restaurant offers 3, 4 and 5 course dining in the historic dining room. The lounge offers Scotch, bourbon, wine and port tasing on Friday and Saturdays. New Sunday brunch items. Salazar 1401 Republic St, Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-621-7000 Salazar celebrates the changing of the seasons with a farminspired menu that’s creative and refined. A Tavola Bar and Trattoria 1220 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-246-0192 A Tavola serves up hand made, wood-fired Neapolitan pizza, great wines, craft beer, and craft cocktails.
American food and bar, perfect for a date night or just hanging with friends. Nicola’s Ristorante 1420 Sycamore St, Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-721-6200 Fine dining Italian restaurant. Senate Restaurant 1212 Vine St Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-421-2020 Upscale comfort food. Great
food, drink and atmosphere. No reservations, and Senate is open Tuesday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Lucy Blue Pizza 1126 Main St Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-381-3747 Fresh, great tasting pizza served late into the night. Beer and wine availalbe, and the new expanded menu includes salads and sandwiches.
“Farm inspired cuisine in a casual yet refined setting-perfect for a quick, delicious and satisfying lunch or a dinner full of inspired food, wine and craft cocktails”
Abigail Street 1214 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-421-4040 Wine bar, mediterranean food, tapas. Bakersfield OTR 213 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45202 513- 579-0446 Bakersfield throws down Mexican-influenced street fare with a focus on tacos, tequilas, and whiskeys. The Eagle OTR 1342 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45217 513-802-5007
1401 Republic Street, O.T.R. between Vine and Race Streets
513-621-7000 Hours: M-F Lunch 11:30 - 2 pm. M-TH Dinner 5:30 - 10:30; F-S Dinner 5:30 - 11 Valet available Thurs., Fri., Sat. nights at the corner of 14th & Race Streets. Sorry, no reservations KEYCINCINNATI.COM 21
Downtown / Clifton Dining Mecklenburg Gardens 302 E. University Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45219 German & American cuisine, authentic German ‘Bier Garden’ since 1865. Montgomery Inn Three locations: 9440 Montgomery Rd., Montgomery, OH 45242, 513-791-3482; 925 Riverside Dr., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, 513-721-7427; and 400 Buttermilk Pike, Fort Mitchell,
KY 41017, 859-344-5333 Cincinnati’s famous rib joint!
A vibrant “Urban Italian” restaurant.
Ambar India 350 Ludlow Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220 513-281-7000 A modest venue providing Northern Indian fare, including tandoori dishes, along with beer & wine.
Nada 600 Walnut St., Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-721-NADA Ingredient-driven, contemporary Mexican cuisine.
Palomino 505 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-381-1300
Cactus Pear 3215 Jefferson Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45220 513-961-7400 Cincinnati’s premier Southwestern Bistro since March, 1992. We create the finest foods using exciting flavors from both sides of the border. Crave 175 Joe Nuxhall Way Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-241-8600 Crave offers vibrant, American cuisine and sushi, perfect for any occasion. Moerlein Lager House 15 Joe Nuxhall Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-421-2337 With what seems like the longest beer menu in town, Morelein Lager House is a beer drinker’s dream. Lucy Blue Pizza 1126 Main St Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-381-3747 Fresh, great tasting pizza served late into the night. Beer and wine availalbe, and the new expanded menu includes salads and sandwiches.
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Cincinnati’s hidden gem!
Weekly Casual Friday Wine Tastings 5:30 to 8:30 See Website for more information
6136 Campus Lane, Mt. Washington, OH 513.231.WINE (9463) www.watertowerfinewines.com
Northern Dining Seasons 52 3819 Edwards Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45209 513-631-5252. A fresh grill and wine bar restaurant. Rotating menu of seasonal American dishes alongside international wines in an upscale setting. Barresi’s 4111 Webster Ave., Deer Park, OH 45236 513-793-2540 .
A treasure and a local landmark, Barresi’s is beloved by its patrons for its authentic Italian cuisine. Rascals’ NY Deli 9525 Kenwood Rd. Blue Ash, OH 45242 513-429-4567 Voted the Best Reuben by Cincinnati Magazine also offers breakfast sandwiches, soups and more.
Cooper’s Hawk Winery 8080 Montgomery Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45236 513-488-1110 An upscale casual dining restaurant, full-service bar, private barrel-aging room, and Napa-style tasting room and retail gift store…all under one roof. Silver Spring House 8322 East Kemper Rd., Cincinnati, Oh 45249 513-489-7044 A fun and relaxing restaurant and bar, famous for its “Cincinnati’s Best” citrus marinated grilled chicken, great atmosphere, open air dining, and amazing service. Stone Creek Dining Company 6200 Muhlhauser Rd West Chester, OH 45069 513-942-2100 Innovative cuisine in an upscale casual atmosphere, offering American fare such as steaks, pastas, chicken, and fish with their own special twist. Trio Bistro 7565 Kenwood Rd Cincinnati, OH 45236 513-984-1905 A diverse menu features great steaks, fresh seafood, specialty pizzas and an array of other amazing dishes; every dish is a treat for the eyes and the palette. Aladdin’s Eatery 9344 Union Centre Blvd., West Chester, OH 45069 513-874-1302 Features distinctive rolled pita sandwiches, pita pockets, and “Pitza’s” made with homemade pita bread.
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Kentucky Dining Strasse Haus 630 Main St., Covington, Ky 41011 859-261-1199 Reasonable priced bar food including homemade German fare. Live music nightly. HOFBRAUHAUS 200 E. 3rd. St., Newport, KY 41071 Brewpub featuring authentic German-style beer and food. Guru India 2303 Buttermilk Crossing, Crescent Springs, KY 41011 859-341-5858 Mouth watering, delightful clay-oven specialties. Pompilio’s 600 Washington Ave., Newport, KY 41071 859-581-3065 Pompilio’s has been serving the tri-state area homecooked Italian meals for 80 consecutive years!
Riverfront Pizza 617 W. 3rd 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. Zola 626 Main St., Covington, Ky 41011 859-261-7510 Known for its burgers, wings and grouper sandwich, Zola offers a full menu and daily specials. Cosmo’s 604 Main St., Covington, KY 41011 859-261-1330 Cosmo’s has pizza, burgers, and pasta in a club-like atmosphere.
Shopping Guide Deerfield Towne Center 5505 Deerfield Blvd. Deerfield, OH 513-770-0273
Newport on the Levee 1 Levee Way Newport, KY 866-538-3359
Tri-County Mall 11700 Princeton Pike Cincinnati, OH 513-671-0120
Eastgate Mall 4601 Eastgate Blvd Cincinnati, OH 513-752-2294
Northgate Mall 9501 Colerain Avenue Cincinnati, OH 513-385-5600
Voice of America Centre 7598 Voice of America Drive West Chester, OH 513-792-5000
Florence Mall 2028 Mall Road Florence, KY 859-371-1231
Rookwood Pavilion 3805 Edwards Road Cincinnati, OH 513-241-5800
Kenwood Towne Center 7875 Montgomery Road Cincinnati, OH 513-745-9100
Sycamore Crossing/Plaza 7800-7896 Montgomery Road Cincinnati, OH 877-225-5337
OUTLET MALLS Cincinnati Premium Outlets 400 Premium Outlets Drive Monroe, OH 513-539-0710
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Tanger Outlets 8000 Factory Shops Blvd. Jeffersonville, OH 740-948-9091/800-407-5005
Area Art Galleries Art Beyond Boundaries 1410 Main St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-421-8726
The Carnegie 1028 Scott Blvd Covington, KY 41011 859-491-2030
Kennedy Heights Art Center 6546 Montgomery Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45213 513-631-4278
5th Street Gallery 55 West 5th Street Cincinnati, OH 45202-2801 513-579-9333
DAAP Galleries 2624 Clifton Ave Cincinnati, OH 45221 513-556-2839
Malton Gallery 3804 Edwards Road Cincinnati, OH 45209 513-321-8614
Carl Solway Gallery 424 Findlay Street Cincinnati, OH 45214 513-621-0069
Gallery Veronique The Shops at Harper’s Point 11324 Montgomery Road Cincinnati, OH 45249 513-530-5379
The Marta Hewett Gallery The Annex at the Pendleton Art Center 1310 Pendleton St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-281-2780
Area Antique Shops Grand Antique Mall 9701 Reading Road Cincinnati, OH 513-554-1919
Covered Bridge Antique Mall 7508 Hamilton Ave Cincinnati, OH 513- 521-5739
Design Smith Gallery 1342 Main St. Cincinnati, OH 513- 403-2382
Duck Creek Antique Mall 3715 Madison Rd Cincinnati, OH 513-321-0900
Bromwell’s 117 West Fourth Street Cincinnati, OH 513-621-0620
English Traditions Inc. 2041 Madison Rd. Cincinnati, OH 513-321-4730
Wooden Nickel Antiques 1410 Central Pkwy Cincinnati, OH 513-241-2985
Federation Antiques 2701 Observatory Ave Cincinnati, OH 513-321-2671
Ohio Valley Antique Mall 7285 Dixie Highway (Rte. 4) Fairfield, OH
Ferguson’s Antique Mall 4939 Glenway Ave Cincinnati, OH 513-921-1111
The Antiques Warehouse Camp Washington Cincinnati, OH 513-319-5405
Riverside Centre Antique Mall 513-321-1430 3742 Kellogg Ave. Cincinnati, OH
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