May 2014
Waffle with Fruit and Cream from Taste of Belgium at Findlay Market Cover story on Page 5
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Greater cincinnati / northern kentucky May 2014 VOL. 71 NO. 3
Cover story. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 What’s Going On. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Hotel of the Month . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Hot Spot of the Month . . . . . . . . . 11 Restaurant of the Month. . . . . . . . 12 Business of the Month . . . . . . . . . 13 Shopping Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Greater Cincinnati Area Map. . 16-17 Downtown Map. . . . . . . . . . . . 18-19 Over The Rhine Map. . . . . . . . . . . 20 Over The Rhine Dining . . . . . . . . . 21 Downtown Dining . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Northern Dining. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Kentucky Dining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Radio Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Art Galleries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Antique Shops. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Southbank Shuttle Map . . . . . . . . 30 Published Monthly by: Patty Youkilis. . . . . . . . . . . Publisher KEY/CINCINNATI MAGAZINE P.O. BOX 37137 CINCINNATI, OHIO 45222
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Cover Story
Foodies & Fun Seekers Love Findlay Market
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ig-city market houses are fantabulous places to find fun and food. Boston has its Quincy. Seattle has its Pike Street. Cincinnati has its Findlay—market house, that is. Our cherished market is named after General James Findlay (1770-1835), among Cincinnati’s founding families, whose estate donated the land on which the market stands. Today the Findlay site is the oldest surviving market house in all of Ohio. Findlay Market was named to the National Register of Historic Places in 1972. But that’s history; what about now, today? Physically, the market takes up the length of a city block, with entry doors at each end and at the mid-way point. In and about the market house there are some 40 fixed stalls or storefront establishments selling everything from homemade sausages to cheeses imported from many thousands of miles away. Spice lovers will find Colonel De’s Gourmet Herbs & Spices, offering an unbelievable array of everything herby-spicy, available by the pinch or pound or any amount you want. You’ll find exotic flavors—truly global in reach—from places like Madagascar and Thailand and islands of the South Pacific. Or just go nutty, as we Cincinnatians do, over the Taste of Belgium. It’s a waffle emporium, where Chief Waffle Officer Jean-Francois Flechet turns out waffle creations that are magnificent. No other word fits—magnificent! Flechet’s waffles can be loaded with confections and fruit, or they can be savory as well. Try the chicken waffle. It’s lick-the-plate good! Ever had a genuine German knockwurst? You could at Findlay Market, because at least one stand offers the garlic and herb sausages. Knockwurst sausages are loaded with flavor, great on a bun, or with warm German potato salad. On warm-weather weekend days, there are day-stands (set up at the start of the market day and taken down at its end) that make kettle corn (yummm!), grilled sausages with onions and peppers, burgers and bratwursts, soups, teas and more. The aroma alone will drive your taste-buds crazy. Seasonally, you might run into roasted corn, slices of watermelon, apple cider and more.
Waffle n’ Chicken Since May can be warm, be sure to stop at Dojo Gelato, where Italian-style ice cream and sorbetto are made fresh daily. The folks behind the counter are the makers of the product, which is made at the market house. They use only fresh ingredients, including milk free of growth hormones, and whenever possible, ingredients from local farmers. Speaking of local farmers, each weekend (especially Saturday) during the growing season, you will find truck farm-stands adjacent to the market’s main building. These farmers are all small and local, within 50 miles or so of the market. They bring in field-fresh produce, eggs and cheeses; oven-fresh breads and pastries; locally harvested honey; and so much more. This time of year, the early spring crops are in and the quality is superb. Or if you are feeling more like settling down behind some good, old fashioned comfort food, stop by a stand such as Gramma Debbie’s Kitchen. There is macaroni and cheese, made with three cheeses (and a spicy buffalo version too); braised kale and beans, a greens and beans dish that has a spicy kick to it, and more. Soups and salads and many heat-it-yourself items round out Gramma’s menu. The point is, you can find just about anything you want to eat, along with gifts to buy and take back home, and sights to see as well, at Cincinnati’s one and only market house—Findlay Market. See you there! KEYCINCINNATI.COM 5
What’s Going On ARONOFF CENTER FOR THE ARTS 650 Walnut Street Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-621-2787 (ARTS) Bibi: 4/29-7/24 The Phantom of the Opera: 4/30-5/11 Peter Pan: 5/9-5/17 Celtic Woman: The Emerald Tour: 5/13 Mannequin by the Exhale Dance Tribe: 5/17 CPI New Voices: In The Garden: About God, Belief and Stuff Like That: 5/20 The U.S. Air Force Band’s Celtic Aire: 5/21 Eddie Izzard: Force Majeure World Tour: 5/28 Marc Bamuthi Joseph’s red, black & GREEN: a blues (rbGb): 5/30-5/31 ART BEYOND BOUNDARIES 1410 Main Street Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-421-8726 Computer Love: Opening reception Friday, May 30, exhibit continues through June 30 BELTERRA CASINO AND HOTEL 777 Belterra Drive Florence, Indiana 47020 812-427-7777 Boz Scaggs: 5/17 BOGART’S 2621 Vine St. Cincinnati, OH 45219 513-872-8801 Independent Grind Tour 2014 Featuring Tech N9ne: 5/2 Live Nation Presents YG - My Krazy Life Tour: 5/3 Same As It Ever Was - A Talking Heads Tribute: 5/9 Tracy Morgan-Turn It Funny: 5/10 Pretty Good Friends featuring Eugene Mirman, Daniel Kitson: 5/13 Queensryche Featuring Geoff Tate: 5/14 Freedom Project featuring Manchester Orchestra presented by blu eCigs: 5/17 Danity Kane - No Filter Tour: 5/23 Chippendales: 5/28 Ones to Watch with Skype Present Kid Ink My Own Lane 2014 US Tour: 5/31 CINCINNATI ART MUSEUM 953 Eden Park Drive Cincinnati, OH 45202 6 KEYCINCINNATI.COM
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513-721-2787 (ARTS) Genius and Grace: François Boucher and the Generation of 1700: 2/14-5/11 From the Village to Vogue: The Modernist Jewelry of Art Smith: 2/22-5/18 Todd Pavlisko: Crown: 3/15-6/15 Portraits of the Artist: 3/22-6/22 1962 Porsche 356B: 4/8-6/1 CINCINNATI BALLET COMPANY 1555 Central Parkway Cincinnati, OH 45214 513-621-5219 No performances in May CINCINNATI CHAMBER ORCHESTRA 105 West 4th St. Suite 314 Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-723-1182 No performances in May CINCINNATI MUSEUM CENTER 1301 Western Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45203 513-287-7000 Diana, A Celebration: 2/14-8/17 Medicine, Marbles and Mayhem: Unearthed Stories from 19th-Century Privies: 2/1-5/26 Treasures in Black & White: Historic Photographs of Cincinnati: 4/25-10/12 CINCINNATI PLAYHOUSE IN THE PARK 962 Mt. Adams Circle Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-421-3888 (Box Office) Venus in Fur: 5/1-5/4, 5/6-5/11, 5/13-5/17 The North Pool: 5/3-5/4, 5/6-5/11, 5/13-5/18, 5/20-5/25, 5/27-5/31 The Short Tree and The Bird: 5/9-11, 5/13, 5/17-5/18, 5/24 CINCINNATI POPS ORCHESTRA 1241 Elm Street Cincinnati, OH 45202 General Information: 513-621-1919 or Box Office: 513-381-3300 Swing into Spring with JMR and TNT: 5/4 CINCINNATI SHAKESPEARE COMPANY 719 Race Street Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-381-2273
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The Two Noble Kinsmen: 4/30-5/25 CINCINNATI SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA 1241 Elm Street Cincinnati, OH 45202 General Information: 513-621-1919 or Box Office: 513-381-3300 May Festival: 5/7, 5/9, 5/11, 5/16-5/18 CINCINNATI ZOO 3400 Vine Street Cincinnati, OH 45220 513-281-4700 Farm to Zoo Dinner: 5/9 Zoo Golf: 5/19 CONTEMPORARY ARTS CENTER 44 E. 6th St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-345-8400 Buildering: Misbehaving the City: 3/1-8/18 Michael Sailstorfer: Every Piece is a New Problem: 3/29-7/6 Shall I Tell You the Secret of the Whole World? Painting, Parody & Disguise: 3/29-7/26 CONTEMPORARY DANCE THEATER 1805 Larch Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45224 513-591-1222 rennie harris RHAW: 5/2-5/3 ENSEMBLE THEATRE CINCINNATI 1127 Vine St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-421-3555 Size Matters: 5/7-5/25 FUNNY BONE COMEDY CLUB 1 Levee Way Newport, Kentucky 41071 859-957-2000 Brad Williams: 5/1-5/4 Loni Love: 5/9-5/11 Sarah Colonna: 5/16-5/18 Rich Guzzi: 5/22-5/25 Carlos Mencia: 5/30-5/31 GO BANANAS COMEDY CLUB 8410 Market Place Lane Cincinnati, OH 45242 513-984-9288 Kenny Smith: 5/1-5/4 Jon Roy: 5/8-5/11
Tom Segura: 5/15-5/17 Dan St. Germain: 5/22-5/25 Auggie Smith: 5/29-6/1 HOLLYWOOD CASINO 777 Hollywood Blvd. Lawrenceburg, Indiana 47025 888-274-6797 Nashville Crush: 5/2 Road Trip: 5/3 Marsha Brady Band: 5/9 The Menus: 5/10 Caroline Rhea: 5/16 The Chuck Taylors: 5/16 Cook & Belle: 5/17 After Midnight: 5/23 Zack Attack: 5/24 Rachel Timberlake: 5/30 The Gamut: 5/31 HORSESHOE CASINO 1000 Broadway St Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-252-0777 Ellie Goulding: 5/7 Alice in Chains: 5/17 KROHN CONSERVATORY 1501 Eden Park Drive Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-421-4086 Butterflies of Costa Rica: 4/12-6/23 MILLER GALLERY 2715 Erie Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45208 513-871-4420 Figurative Invitational 2014: 5/9-5/25 The Exotic World of Hunt Slonem: 5/30-6/29 MUSIC HALL 1241 Elm St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-621-2787 (ARTS) Star Crossed Season Closer: 5/2-5/3 That’s Entertainment featuring the Mighty Wurlitzer: 5/15 The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra: 5/20 Paranormal Investigation of Music Hall: 5/23 NATIONAL UNDERGROUND RAILROAD FREEDOM CENTER 50 E. Freedom Way Cincinnati, OH 45202 KEYCINCINNATI.COM 7
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513-333-7739) No events in May NEWPORT AQUARIUM 1 Aquarium Way Newport, KY 41071 No events in May PUBLIC LIBRARY OF CINCINNATI AND HAMILTON COUNTY MAIN LIBRARY - ATRIUM Saturday, May 10, 1:00 – 6:00 p.m. Comic Con 2014 Main Event: This event will feature artist, writer, and game creator booths,
a panel discussion with writers working in the field, and fun activities for all ages. Summer Learning Kick-off: Saturday, May 31, 2:00 PM All 41 branches. TAFT MUSEUM OF ART 316 Pike St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-241-0343 Threads of Heaven: Silken Legacy of China’s Last Dynasty: 2/7-5/18 TAFT THEATER 317 E. 5th St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-232-6220 AER: 5/4 Nickel Creek with The Secret Sisters: 5/6 The Color Purple starring Angie Stone! : 5/10 Kathleen Madigan: 5/15 Guided By Voices: 5/16 Of Montreal with Dream Tiger: 5/17 Trey Anastasio Band: 5/24 Conor Oberst with Dawes: 5/27 UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI COLLEGECONSERVATORY OF MUSIC W. Corry St. and Jefferson Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45221 513-556-4183 No performances in May U.S. BANK ARENA 100 Broadway Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-421-4111 Mike Epps-After Dark Tour: 5/9 UFC-Ultimate Fighting Championship: 5/10 Sesame Street Live: Elmo Makes Music: 5/16-18 WESTON ART GALLERY 650 Walnut St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-977-4165 Anita Douthat: Under the Sun: 3/28-6/8 Charles Woodman: Passages: 3/28-6/8 Jason Tanner Young: Outliers: 3/28-6/8 XAVIER UNIVERSITY 3800 Victory Parkway Cincinnati, OH 45207 513-745-3000 No events in May
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Hotel
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Symphony Hotel & Restaurant: Elegance and charm abounds If themes of history and music and quaint, intimate settings resonate with you, you’ll want to book yourself into the Symphony Hotel. This lodging establishment is perfectly positioned for the elegant-minded, who appreciate setting, scene and sense of place. Picture this: Cincinnati’s Music Hall looming at its door; newly configured Washington Park, a cultural magnet, steps away from that same door; and the more than century-old structure itself situated in the City’s famous Over-the-Rhine District. That, reader, is the Symphony Hotel and Restaurant. Pictures tell more than words are capable, but know that the full-service restaurant and hotel were developed from two buildings built, with a common wall between, in the late 1800s. These “row” houses, linked now, feature nine musically themed rooms, each named after a famous composer of the classical genre. Rooms are furnished in period antiques that echo an era more than 100 years past. Each stay includes a continental breakfast on weekdays and a gourmet breakfast is available on weekends. The restaurant in the hotel is in one of the row houses’ former “formal” parlor and an adjacent music room.
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Entrance to the Symphony Hotel.
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Cosmo’s is Hot Spot for eats, bar, entertainment
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any visitors to Greater Cincinnati ask Key magazine for a better-than-barfood place to eat—so, they want good food—but with the energy and action of a hot bar scene. We have the place for you—Cosmo’s on Main Street in MainStrasse Village, Covington (Northern Kentucky, just five blocks across the bridge over the Ohio River). Cosmo’s Amanda Collins, bartender and one of the friendly faces of this hot spot, will tell you: “The food is really very good—way better than bar food.” She enthusiastically cited the parmesan cream pasta as an example. “The pasta is mixed with sautéed vegetables and tossed in our parmesan cream sauce, which you can have as is, or you can add blackened or grilled chicken or grouper” if you want protein as well. Collins gave equally high marks to the Cajun cream pasta, with a sauté of peppers, tomatoes and onions, with a Cajun lemon
cream sauce, and the options of chicken or fish, grilled or blackened. Both are hearty, hefty entrée dishes, and both reasonably priced. Looking over the menu, you’ll find lots of comfort food that goes good with the many draft beers and a back bar mixed drinks available. The comfort food includes dishes such as pub-style fish & chips. Also, there is a sizeable list of burgers, including a crowd favorite called the Santa Fe burger. All burgers are _-pounders, and the Santa Fe includes a black-bean and corn salsa to accompany the burger fixins. While there are plenty of bar-style appetizers, also there are items such as the spinach & artichoke dip, and chicken and cheese quesadillas. And the menu includes salads, pizzas, calzones, sandwiches and wraps, along with entrée dishes— all tasty and better than your average bar bill of fare, according to Collins.
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Restaurant
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Salads such as the blackened bleu with beef tenderloin are Blue Wisp feature entrees
Blue Wisp offers dining and entertainment in one place
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isitors looking for a good night out that includes a tasty dinner, drinks and entertainment will find all of that at the Blue Wisp in Cincinnati’s downtown. Some say the Blue Wisp is mostly a live music venue, with a focus of all types of jazz. Others say it’s a great dining destination. Still others love the giant bar area, where the taps are numerous, the bottles many, and the bartenders are as top-shelf as the libations. Key magazine gives the Blue Wisp thumbs up in all three categories. The Blue Wisp is unique in the Greater Cincinnati market. First, the food focus is on entrée dishes that you’ll recognize, appreciate and find upscale without being above understanding. You know what we mean: accent marks over letters, ingredients one cannot pronounce and haven’t heard of, even if one could pronounce them. Not at Blue Wisp. Menu choices are in an exquisite middle area where diner satisfaction is concerned—neither high-brow nor fare we know as “bar food.” For example, cider salmon is an entrée to which Key gives a first in class. The salmon is fresh and top-quality, and the dish is made with fresh apples and pan-made sauce; nothing bagged or boxed in the whole recipe, according to Ken Moore, GM. 12 KEYCINCINNATI.COM
Fact is the Blue Wisp kitchen is a farm-to-table practitioner, relying on our own vaunted Findlay Market (see cover story) and local growers whenever possible. Meats? The kitchen cuts its own steaks, for example. Plus, you’ll find no cryo-vac pre-packs in the Blue Wisp kitchen, Moore stated. “Our Cuban sandwich is a good example. We do it all here: slow-roasted pork, to which we add ham, smoked pork belly and Swiss cheese, top it with Dijonnaise sauce, press it down with some pickles. That’s a sensational sandwich! “The same with our beef tenderloin medallions, which is one of the most-ordered entrée dishes on our menu. We do that in a blueberry demi-glace and roasted bleu cheese crumbles, served with a side of smashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables. Also, our entrees come with a side salad, bread and butter. So, we offer a good meal at an attractive price in a setting where you will enjoy fine music and some of the best jazz talent on the circuit today. That makes the Blue Wisp a place like no other in the Greater Cincinnati area, and it’s a true highlight for adults visiting the area.” And what about that jazz, you ask? Among the “name” acts that appear at the Blue Wisp are performers such as Stanley Jordan, Benny Gholson of sax fame, and the Ramsey Lewis trio.
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Kurtzman Plastic Surgery: Destination for cosmetic surgery
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id you know people travel to Cincinnati for plastic and cosmetic surgery? It’s true, and one practice attracting many patients from other parts of the country is Kurtzman Plastic Surgery, a boutique practice in Kenwood. Why so many out-of-towners from New York and California and other distant localities in the U.S. and beyond? First, there is Lawrence Kurtzman, M.D., who enjoys an international reputation for his plastic and cosmetic surgery work. His reputation is built on solid credentials, including his professional outreach and his teaching skills. He is a certified member of the American Board of Plastic Surgeons. This is an important distinction, since so many MDs in the field are not board certified in plastic surgery. Kurtzman is the only area surgeon who is a national trainer for Botox®, Juvederm®, Latisse™, Sculptra® and Voluma®. For years, he has trained many practicing plastic surgeons. Lastly, he is a driving force behind Operation Smile, a philanthropic organization that travels to third-world countries to correct cleft palates and other correctible facial birth defects among the indigent poor. So what about you; what about your cosmetic or plastic surgery needs? “One reason people travel long distances to come here is reputation. If you look like you’ve had plastic surgery, then that’s bad plastic surgery. You see it all the time, even with people in the public eye, they look “funny,” not natural. That’s sad. Here, we’ve built our reputation on excellent outcomes for our plastic or cosmetic surgery patients,” Dr. Kurtzman said. When a patient chooses surgery by Dr. Kurtzman, the doctor makes a life-long commitment to the patient, with no added fees after surgery. He encourages patients to visit once a year after surgery, to stay in touch and for check-ups. “Commitment to my patients after surgery is not about the dollar; it’s about taking care of people who put faith and trust in my surgical skills.”
Dr. Lawrence Kurtzman.
Before and after of a recent patient. So what care should you exercise in selecting elective cosmetic or plastic surgery? First, take the time to consult and to learn about the procedure you want, and don’t be rushed into it. Two, make certain that the doctor doing your surgery is a certified member of the American Board of Plastic Surgeons (there is only one such board; be careful, because similar “boards” with slightly different names abound). And three, make sure that you are comfortable with the surgeon you have chosen to do your procedure. Kurtzman Plastic Surgery is located at 5050 East Galbraith Road in Kenwood. Call 513-8914440, or visit www.kurtzmanplasticsurgery.com.
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Shopping Guide AREA MALLS Deerfield Towne Center 5505 Deerfield Blvd. Deerfield, OH 513-770-0273 Anne Taylor Loft, Ashley Furniture, Children’s Place, Dick’s Sporting Goods, New York & Co., Whole Foods and more Eastgate Mall 4601 Eastgate Blvd Cincinnati, OH Kohl’s, Sears, J.C. Penney, Children’s Place, Foot Locker, Motherhood Maternity, Roger’s Jewelers and more. Florence Mall 2028 Mall Road Florence, KY 859-371-1231 Macy’s, Sears, J.C. Penney, Buckle, Deb, Gymboree, Kay Jewelers, Yankee Candle and more.
Kenwood Towne Center 7875 Montgomery Road Cincinnati, OH 513-745-9100 Dillard’s, Macy’s, Nordstrom, GAP, Izod, Sephora, Finish Line, Apple, Williams Sonoma, Anthropologie, and more. Newport on the Levee 1 Levee Way Newport, KY 866-538-3359 AMC Newport 20 Theatre, Barnes & Noble, Gameworks, Newport Aquarium, and more. Northgate Mall 9501 Colerain Avenue Cincinnati, OH 513-385-5600 | Macy’s, Marshall’s, Sears, American Eagle Outfitters, Express, Fredericks of Hollywood, New York & Co., Wet Seal and more.
GRAND OPENING! Upscale, one of a kind Ethiopian and Indian eatery. Dishes include a wide variety of vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options and are always prepared with fresh ingredients and a variety of unique spices. Located at U Square in Clifton 170 W. McMillan St. Cincinnati, OH 45219
513-709-8241 $10 Gift Certificate ($50 minimum, alcohol excluded. Expires 6/30/14)
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Shopping Guide Rookwood Pavilion 3805 Edwards Road Cincinnat, OH 513-241-5800 Bed, Bath and Beyond, Old Navy, Sur La Table, REI, Whole Foods and more. Sycamore Crossing/Sycamore Plaza 7800-7896 Montgomery Road Cincinnati, OH Babies R Us/Toys R Us, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Men’s Warehosue, ULTA and more. Tri-County Mall 11700 Princeton Pike Cincinnati, OH 513-671-0120 Dillard’s, Macy’s, Sears, Forever 21, Victoria’s Secret, Aeropostale, Hot Topic, Pac Sun, and more. Voice of America Centre 7598 Voice of America Drive West Chester, OH 513-792-5000 Aveda, Fresh Market, Michaels, PetSmart, T.J. Maxx, Target and more. any surgical procedure booked by 6/30/14
Cincinnati Premium Outlets 400 Premium Outlets Drive Monroe, OH 513-539-0710 Banana Republic, Coach, Cole Haan, Converse, Guess, J.Crew, Joe’s Jeans, Kenneth Cole, Michael Kors, Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren, Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th, Samsonite, Tommy Hilfiger, Under Armour and more.
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Tanger Outlets 8000 Factory Shops Boulevard Jeffersonville, OH 740-948-9091/800-407-5005 Anne Taylor, Bath and Body Works, Fossil, Kate Spade New York, Levis, Nine West, Old Navy, Pottery Barn, White House Black Market and more.
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Greater Cincinnati Area Map 1 Palomino 2 Montgomery Inn Boathouse 3 Ultimate Air Shuttle 4 I Love Cincinnati Shoppe 5 Appointments 6 Elephant Walk 7 Dusmesh 8 Tek 9 Kurtzman Plastic Surgery 10 Montgomery Inn 11 Symphony Hotel & Restaurant 12 Bon Chinese 13 Cafe Mediterranean 14 The Blue Wisp
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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 a Happy Hour on Wednesdays from 5pm-7pm, featuring live music until 10pm. On Friday and Saturday, you can enjoy a delicious 5-course gourmet meal until 10pm. The Lounge/Bar is known as a great place to go for a pre-concert dinner before Music Hall performances, plus it offers live jazz, wine and bourbon flights, craft cocktails, and a rooftop deck until midnight. Sundays you will find a brunch complete with all the classic dishes plus espresso and morning bar from 10am-1:30pm. Reservations are highly suggested, but walk-ins are welcome if available. 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. Open for dinner Monday through Friday, lunch and dinner Saturdays, Sundays open from 3pm. No reservations; take out available. Abigail Street 1214 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-421-4040 Wine bar, mediterranean food, tapas. Abigail Street offers everything from chorizo stuffed dates and grilled octopus to lamb sliders and crispy pork belly. Open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday, no reservations. 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. Their tequila, whiskeys, and beers range from super premium to super affordable. With the restaurant being so close to the Bluegrass State, their whiskeys are American whiskeys, or bourbons from Kentucky. There is also a limited wine selection. Menu features 8 varieties of tacos, tortas, salads, and of course, chips and salsa. Open daily for lunch and dinner.
The Eagle OTR 1342 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45217 513-802-5007 American food and bar, perfect for a date night or just hanging with friends. Known for their Fried Chicken Sandwich, The Eagle offers good, American food at great prices. Open Monday through Friday for dinner, weekends opening at 11am. No reservations. Kaze 400 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-898-7991 Kaze is a a Japanese sushi bar, GastroPub, and beer garden in the heart of the Gateway Quarter of Over the Rhine. Menu offers daily specials as well as soups, salads, sushi, pork buns, a variety of entrees, and specialty cocktails. Open Tuesday through Saturday for lunch and dinner, Sundays dinner only. Reservations accepted. Lavomatic 1211 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-621-1999 Lavomatic Café offers a New American menu in a stylish urban setting featuring historic Rookwood Pottery Co. tiles in a modern interpretation from their shotgun style, first-floor dining room to their rooftop terrace. Come enjoy the perfect mix of OTR tradition, creative atmosphere and culinary joy. Open Wednesday through Sunday for lunch and dinner. Reservations accepted. Nicola’s Ristorante 1420 Sycamore St, Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-721-6200 Fine dining Italian restaurant with a warm and accommodating atmostphere. Open Monday through Saturday for dinner, reservations encouraged. Salazar 1401 Republic St, Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-621-7000 Salazar celebrates the changing of the seasons with a farm-inspired menu that’s creative and refined, yet playful and approachable.
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Downtown Dining Blue Wisp 700 Race St., Cincinnati, OH 45201 513-241-WISP Along with great music, Blue Wisp serves up soups, sandwiches and entrees to the Cincinnati public. Open Tuesday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Blue Wisp offers a late night menu as well. Dusmesh Indian Restaurant 944 Ludlow Ave,, Cincinnati, OH 45220 513-221-8900 Dusmesh Indian Restaurant presents a wide selection of Indian haute cuisine made from the finest and freshest ingredients. Their menu offers a welcome change from the ordinary that is not only pleasing to the palate, but a healthy alternative as well, owing largely to the use of a variety of vegetables and leaner meats. They offer delicious North Indian specialties seasoned to one’s taste -whether mild, moderate or hot, a great variety to which they invite you to enjoy. BYOB. Daily lunch buffet, open every night for dinner. Reservations available. Elephant Walk 170 W McMillan St., Cincinnati, OH 45219 513-709-8241 Serving up Ethiopian/Eritrean and Indian food, Elephant Walk offers injera, curries and other Indian food daily for lunch and dinner. Montgomery Inn Three locations: 9440 Montgomery Rd., Montgomery, OH 45242, 513-791-3482; 925
Riverside Dr., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, 513721-7427; and 400 Buttermilk Pike, Fort Mitchell, KY 41017, 859-344-5333 Cincinnati’s famous rib joint! They have locations in downtown Montgomery and Ft. Mitchell, KY, and their Boathouse location is right on the Ohio river. Their ribs and chicken are served with Montgomery Inn’s worldrenowned barbecue sauce and famous Saratoga chips. Reservations highly recommended. Palomino 505 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-381-1300 A vibrant “Urban Italian” restaurant, bar and rotisserie famous for its style, hardwood fired Mediterranean cooking and versatile, imaginative menu. Palomino caters to all the cravings of the city. Open for dinner daily, and for lunch Monday through Saturday. Reservations recommended. Nada 600 Walnut St., Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-721-NADA Ingredient-driven, contemporary Mexican cuisine. Located downtown next to the Aronoff Center for the Arts, perfect for before-theater dining. Open Monday through Friday for lunch and all week for dinner. Reservations highly recommended. Crave 175 Joe Nuxhall Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-241-8600 Crave offers vibrant, American cuisine and sushi, perfect for any occasion. With a location right across from Great American Ball Park, it’s a great place to grab dinner before the game or drinks and apps afterwards. They also have Sunday brunch. Open Monday through Friday for lunch, and every night for dinner. Reservations available. 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. They have a full lunch and dinner menu, Reservations are available.
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Northern Dining 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: a blend of tastes from the southern olive oil region near Calabria, and the northern city of Genoa. The extensive menu offers something for every palate, from traditional Italian pastas, a delicious variety of fresh seafood, to signature veal and beef entrees. Generous portions satisfy even the heartiest of appetites and every meal is accompanied by our famous Zeppoles. Open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday, 5:00pm-10:00pm; reservations required. Bon Chinese 10000 Montgomery Rd., Montgomery, Ohio 45242 513-891-3100
This hidden Chinese treasure offers a dim sum menu as well as traditional Chinese and Thai dishes. Open every day for lunch and dinner, with a lunch buffet from 11:00am 2:00pm. Cafe Mediterranean 9525 Kenwood Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45242 513-745-9386 Cafe Mediterranean creates a vast selection of Mediterranean cuisine, all served in a finedining atmosphere.This unique and delicious dining experience offers dishes prepared with a focus on seasonal fruits and vegetables, whole grains, legumes, and olive oil: all know to promote good health. Open for lunch Monday-Saturday, and dinner every day. Reservations accepted.
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Cooper’s Hawk Winery 8080 Montgomery Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45236 513-488-1110 The Cooper’s Hawk concept includes four distinct components: an upscale casual dining restaurant, full-service bar, private barrelaging room, and Napa-style tasting room and retail gift store…all under one roof. Offering a wide range of dishes, from chicken and steak to pastas and sandwiches for both lunch and dinner. A wine pairing is listed for every item, and wine flights are available to get a taste of what Cooper’s Hawk creates. Gluten-free and Life Balance menus are also an option. Open daily for lunch and dinner; tasting room is also open every day. Reservations available. Silver Spring House 8322 East Kemper Rd., Cincinnati, Oh 45249 513-489-7044 A fun and relaxing restaurant and bar, famous
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for its “Cincinnati’s Best” citrus marinated grilled chicken, great atmosphere, open air dining, and amazing service. In addition to their famous chicken, they offer sandwiches, salads, and wraps. Free popcorn and peanuts available while waiting on a table or for a nibble before your meal. Open for lunch and dinner every day, or pop by for Happy Hour. 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. Open daily for lunch and dinner, reservations recommended. There is another location in downtown Montgomery as well.
Kentucky Dining Cosmo’s 604 Main St., Covington, KY 41011 859-261-1330 Cosmo’s has pizza, burgers, and pasta in a club-like atmosphere. Stop by before a ballgame or relax with friends. No reservations. 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!. They pride themselves in hand-making their sauces and traditional items, such as: Lasagna, Ravioli, Meatballs, Italian sausage and much more. They also offer many
traditional American dishes and a complete children’s menu. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Riverfront Pizza 617 W. 3rd Covington, KY 41011 859-261-4800 In the mood for delicious Italian cuisine? Call or stop by Riverfront Pizza in Covington, KY. 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. Delivery is available. Fresh ingredients, traditional recipes and great service are what make Riverfront Pizza great. Open daily.
Stop in for the BEST Fried Pickles in Town!! *FREE with the purchase of two entrees (valid anytime, expires 6/30/14)
Great Food & Atmosphere Now Smoke-Free Inside!! Happy Hour everyday 3-8 p.m. Karaoke Monday nights with Will Corson Live music or DJ on the weekends Lunch and dinner daily Outside dining, cigar bar & billiards Wide variety of imports and craft beers 604 Main St. • Covington, KY 41011
859-261-1330 www.cosmosgrillepub.com Walking distance from Covington hotels
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SYMPHONY HOTEL & RESTAURANT A historic Boutique Hotel and Restaurant Wednesday: Happy Hour 5-7, Live music until 10pm. Friday and Saturday: the restaurant offers 5 course gourmet dining Sunday: Brunch, classic dishes, espresso and morning bar 10-1:30 210 W. 14th St., Cincinnati, OH 45202
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Conventions & Special Events Freaky Friday Fish Toss Fountain Square Fifth and Vine streets Cincinnati, OH 5/9 Appalachian Festival Coney Island 6201 Kellogg Ave. Cincinnati, OH 5/9-5/11 2014 Petopolis Pet Show Duke Energy Convention Center 525 Elm Street 5/10-5/11 2014 Business Courier Commercial Real Estate Developers Breakfast Duke Energy Convention Center 525 Elm Street 5/15
2014 Hamilton County Republican Club Duke Energy Convention Center 525 Elm Street 5/16
Goodman’s Gun & Knife Show Sharonville Convention Center 11355 Chester Road 5/17-5/18
Maifest MainStrasse Village Main Street Covington, KY 5/16-5/18
2014 Scripps Howard Foundation Duke Energy Convention Center 525 Elm Street 5/22
Jazz, Arts and Wine Festival Newport on the Levee 1 Levee Way Newport, KY 5/16-5/17 I Hear Music in the Air Conference Sharonville Convention Center 11355 Chester Road 5/16-5/18
Taste of Cincinnati USA Downtown Cincinnati Cincinnati Cincinnati, OH 5/24-5/26 Summerfair Coney Island 6201 Kellogg Ave. Cincinnati, OH 5/30-6/1
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Area Art Galleries 5th Street Gallery 55 West 5th Street Cincinnati, OH 45202-2801 513-579-9333 Carl Solway Gallery 424 Findlay Street Cincinnati, OH 45214 513-621-0069 The Carnegie 1028 Scott Blvd Covington, KY 41011 859-491-2030 DAAP Galleries 2624 Clifton Ave Cincinnati, OH 45221 513-556-2839 Eisele Gallery of Fine Art 5729 Dragon Way
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Cincinnati, OH 45227 (513) 791-7717 Gallery Veronique The Shops at Harper’s Point 11324 Montgomery Road Cincinnati, OH 45249 513-530-5379 Kennedy Heights Art Center 6546 Montgomery Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45213 513-631-4278 Malton Gallery 3804 Edwards Road Cincinnati, OH 45209 513-321-8614 The Marta Hewett Gallery The Annex 1310 Pendleton St.
at the Pendleton Art Center Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-281-2780 Miller Gallery 2715 Erie Avenue Hyde Park Square Cincinnati, OH 45208 513-871-4420 Phyllis Weston Gallery 2005 1/2 Madison Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45208 513-321-5200 Weston Art Gallery 650 Walnut Street Cincinnati, OH 45202-2517 513-977-4165
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 Federation Antiques 2701 Observatory Ave Cincinnati, OH 513-321-2671
English Traditions Inc. 2041 Madison Rd. Cincinnati, OH 513-321-4730
The Antiques Warehouse Camp Washington Cincinnati, OH 513-319-5405
Riverside Centre Antique Mall 513-321-1430 3742 Kellogg Ave. Cincinnati, OH
Wooden Nickel Antiques 1410 Central Pkwy Cincinnati, OH 513-241-2985 Ferguson’s Antique Mall 4939 Glenway Ave Cincinnati, OH 513-921-1111
Ohio Valley Antique Mall 7285 Dixie Highway (Rte. 4) Fairfield, OH