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DINING
From culinary staples to crafty cuisine, Over-the-Rhine takes center stage with a bevy of delicious options for your next dining adventure.
Eat, drink, and see theatre!
Our bustling Over-the-Rhine neighborhood is a veritable foodie mecca with dozens of easily walkable, top-notch restaurants and bars to complement your theatre visit.
Whether you’re looking for a leisurely meal, a quick bite, just drinks, or something to satisfy your sweet tooth, there are plenty of options that’ll surely win over your heart—and belly! Check out our hearty menu of dining choices. Fair warning, though: these mouth-watering selections will definitely trigger your taste buds.
Lobby concessions
The 1125 Bar is open to the public regardless if you’re seeing a show or not, including after performances for you to mingle, enjoy a drink, and discuss the show. Plus, you can conveniently pre-order your drinks for intermission or join us for our pre-show Bar Series tastings.
Before the show and during intermission, we offer light concessions as well as coffee, tea, and assorted soft drinks, plus a bar with wine, beer, spirits, and signature cocktails.
Concessions are not permitted inside the theatre.
Graeter's
There’s always room for dessert and thanks to our Season Ticket Sponsor, Graeter’s, you can get grab a delicious cone or sundae just up the street at their Over-the-Rhine location.
Quick bites
O Pie O
32 E 13th St | (513) 371-1964
This grab-and-go location offers a seasonal selection of sweet and savory pies, popovers, and more.
CityBird
1344 Vine St | (513) 864-5720
Find the tenderest of chicken tenders along with signature sauces at this carry-out only hotspot.
Gomez
107 E 12th St | (513) 381-1596
Mexican food is always a good idea! Get your fix here with tasty burritos, tacos, craft beers, and margaritas.
Fuel
1218 Vine St | (513) 361-1060
Choose-your-own-adventure bowls featuring healthy grains, lettuces, lean proteins, and chef-made sauces.
Goodfella's
1211 Main St | (513) 381-3625
You don’t have to go to the Big Apple for a New York-style slice with this 1920s-inspired pizza joint.
The Bagelry
1401 Walnut St | (513) 975-0631
Hand-rolled, kettle-boiled bagels baked fresh every day.
Aladdin's
1203 Main St | (513) 381-0395
Flavorful Lebanese-American cuisine that accommodates all dietary restrictions.
Dine in
The Mercer OTR
1324 Vine St | (513) 421-5111
Enjoy a cocktail, light bite, or delicious entrée at this modern European-inspired bistro.
Taste of Belgium
1135 Vine St | (513) 396-5800
Sweet crépes or the chicken and waffle, you can’t go wrong with new takes on Belgian classics.
Lalo
26 W Court St | (513) 381-5256
Latin–Asian fusion restaurant featuring fan favorites like Mexi Pad Thai, mofongo, and bibimbap.
PearlStar
1220 Vine St | (513) 381-0427
Dishes from both land and sea over a wood-fired hearth, from premium beef cuts to roasted oysters.
Maize
1438 Race St | (513) 381-1608
Latin American comfort food featuring corn as the menu’s star.
Pepp & Delores
1501 Vine St | (513) 419-1820
Homemade pasta and family recipes make you feel right at home in this casual Italian restaurant.
Sacred Beast
1437 Vine St | (513) 213-2864
A modern spin on simple classics, this nearby bar and diner has brunch, lunch, and dinner covered!
Ché
1342 Walnut St | (513) 345-8838
Grab a slice of Argentinian countryside with a menu of signature handmade empanadas.
Teak Thai
1200 Race St | (513) 421-8325
Serving a wide variety of Asian cuisine including pad thai and sushi, Teak promises a delicious meal.
Taglio
56 E 12th St | (513) 321-0454
Thick-crust enthusiasts will rejoice with Taglio’s authentic Detroit-style pizza and their spacious location.
Taft's Ale House
1429 Race St | (513) 334-1393
Located in a repurposed historic church, Taft’s menu features craft beer and elevated pub fare.
LouVino
1142 Main St | (513) 813-3350
Enjoy 40+ wines by the glass and gourmet, southern-inspired small plates at this tasty spot!
On the sweeter side
Brown Bear Bakery
116 E 13th St | (513) 975-2142
Savory or sweet, Brown Bear’s got a fresh pastry (or two) and a cup of coffee waiting for you nearby.
Sugar
6 W 14th St | No phone number
Over-the-top cookies, decadent “Sugar Fix” dessert jars, and drool-worthy cupcakes sure to make your sweet tooth delighted.
Simply Rolled
32 W 12th St | (513) 287-7716
Like a burrito…but ice cream! Pick your flavors and toppings with these Thai-inspired ice cream rolls.
Macaron Bar
1206 Main St | (513) 813-8180
Earn a stamp from France on your food passport and grab a colorful stack of these (gluten-free) macarons!
Coffee & cocktails
1215 Wine & Coffee
1215 Vine St | (513) 429-5745
This spot has your pick-me-up cup ‘o joe or curated glass of wine and is just a block north of the theatre.
BlaCk Coffee
824 Elm St | (513) 802-5228
This coffee shop lovingly blends hip-hop, culture, and community into every cup and features live music.
Revel OTR
111 E 12th St | (513) 579-9463
A boutique urban winery, Revel specializes in handcrafted small-batch wines and beer.
Collective Espresso
207 Woodward St | (513) 900-0154
A space to share small moments, a simple espresso and pour-over coffee selection is the star here.
Sundry and Vice
18 W 13th St | (513) 721-8423
Saluting the American cocktail tradition, this well-appointed spot has inventive drinks and a vintage vibe.
Coffee Emporium
110 E Central Pkwy | (513) 651-5483
This café offers locally-roasted, small-batch coffee along with an array of tasty pastries and unique sandwiches.
Parking & Directions
Train, plane, automobile? However you arrive, we want to make it easy for you to get here and get settled for your performance.
FAQs
You’ve got questions. Relax, we got you. Find answers to common queries to make the most of your theatre visit.
Hotels
Drama belongs on the stage, not in finding a place to catch some z’s after your theatre outing. Find the perfect hotel for your visit.
Photo credits | Parking & Directions, Vine Street at Night (J. Miles Wolf); FAQs, Darnell Pierre Benjamin & Bryant Bentley Detroit ’67 (Ryan Kurtz).
1127 Vine Street