Best Live Music Restaurants in Cincinnati

22 restaurants available nearby

1. 1931

4.0

Excellent(410)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Cincinnati

Experience Casual Elegance at 1931 in Cincinnati's Historic Hilton Netherland Plaza HotelTucked away in downtown Cincinnati's iconic Hilton Netherland Plaza, the 1931 invites you to dine in sophisticated style. This art deco jewel evokes the glamour of a bygone era with its soaring painted ceilings, marble columns, and Rookwood pottery. While the setting transports you back in time, the cuisine is decidedly modern, with American fare and creative cocktails.The versatile menu features breakfast classics like fluffy pancakes and savory eggs benedict. Lunch brings soups, salads, and sandwiches, while dinner tempts with dishes like Citrus-Glazed Salmon, Peppercorn-crusted Ribeye, and Pappardelle & Braised Beef Short Rib Ragout.Whether you're seeking breakfast, lunch, or romantic dinner, the 1931 excellent service ensures a memorable experience. Its proximity to the convention center, theatres, and stadiums is also a convenient pre-event spot for a bite and cocktails.

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2. Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Cincinnati

4.8

Exceptional(9179)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Central Business District

Booked 139 times today

Jeff Ruby's is a reimagined art deco style steakhouse featuring U.S.D.A Prime Steaks and Fresh Seafood...not to mention our extensive selection of sushi, signature salads, Steakhouse sides, and desserts. Jeff Ruby's is conveniently located across from Fountain Square and is within walking distance of downtown hotels and the convention center. When you demand the very best in dining experiences, choose Jeff Ruby's. Discover the distinction for yourself!

3. MRBL

4.8

Exceptional(1278)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Bellevue

Booked 60 times today

Steakhouse and Sushi Restaurant with breathtaking views of the Ohio River and the Cincinnati Skyline! Guests, please enjoy our glass elevator located on the west side of the building.Please note, large parties (7+) must contact the restaurant directly for bookings. Parties of 7+ must also provide a CC. MRBL reserves the right to charge $50/person for large parties that cancel within 48 hours or no show.

4. Ghost Baby

4.7

Exceptional(1376)

Price: Expensive

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Over the Rhine

Booked 44 times today

Our Rattle Room welcomes you when joining us 4 floors below Vine street. The Rattle Room does not require reservations and is seated on a first come first serve basis.Reservations are recommended and prioritized for our Den. If you have a reservation, please check in with the host at the front door before waiting in line. Reservations in our Den will be held for 15 minutes and are a total of 2 hours long (Excluding Saturday reservations before 6:30 which are an hour and a half). We do not serve food.Ghost Baby exists to rattle the extraordinary. Our cocktail lounge and music venue claims a 170-year-old space that once served as a lagering tunnel for a brewing company. Come as you are and enjoy an inventive cocktail, a stiff drink, your favorite canned beer, or a glass of our hand-selected wine. Reserve your spot for an intimate, unique performance in the Den or join us in the Rattle Room (front bar) on a walk-in basis.21+ | Dress Code Enforced

5. Subito

4.5

Awesome(1181)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Cincinnati

Booked 17 times today

Indulge in Northern Italian Cuisine with an air of European sophistication and influence at Subito. Savor homemade pastas, scratch-made sauces and hand-selected, perfectly seared steaks, finished in our infrared broiler. Along with the freshest seafood, flown in daily from the ports, Subito offers brick oven pizzas, a raw bar and traditional antipasti. Enjoy fine Italian and American wines from the cellar or a libation made by one of the restaurant's talented mixologists. Order up premium hand-crafted cocktails and bourbons, as well as the best of the region's beverages, like negronis, bellinis and our own Lytle Park limoncello. Pair one of these amazing beverages with Chef Helm's selection of shareable plates.

6. Amador

4.4

Awesome(459)

Price: Expensive

• Cuban • Newport

Booked 16 times today

The Tropics are much closer than you think! Welcome to Amador, a chance to travel back in time to a lush, tropical destination. Immerse yourself in Cuban-inspired culture through our curated cuisine experiences, hand-crafted cocktails, and delicious coffee and desserts. "Amador" is Spanish for "lover," and Amador is a love letter to the people of an enduring and colorful culture, featuring iconic dishes like the Cubano Sandwich, Ropa Vieja, and Lechon Asado and much more. Enjoy seven days a week for lunch or dinner. And dont forget the Tres Leches & Cuban coffee. See you soon, ¡Salud!

7. Prime Cincinnati

4.5

Awesome(3206)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Central Business District

Booked 28 times today

Welcome to Prime Cincinnati, where exceptional cuisine and unparalleled service come together. Delight in our premium Certified Angus Beef® steaks and the freshest seafood, expertly paired with a curated selection of fine bourbons, handcrafted cocktails, and a carefully chosen wine list. Reservations Recommended.

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8. Bourbon's Craft Kitchen & Bar - Downtown

4.6

Exceptional(22)

Price: Moderate

• American • Central Business District

Booked 13 times today

Exquisite selection of over 150 unique bourbon's | Handcrafted Cocktails | Burgers | Tacos | Chicken & Waffles | Expertly crafted to elevate your dining experience!*HAPPY HOUR- Mon-Fri 3-6pm**LIVE DJ MUSIC SATURDAYS 10pm-2am!**MONDAYS! ALL DAY! $5 Old Fashioned's & $10 burgers!*

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9. Nicholson's Fine Food & Whisk(e)y

4.5

Awesome(3074)

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Central Business District

Booked 39 times today

Located in downtown Cincinnati across from the Aronoff Center, Nicholson’s is a restaurant and bar serving fine food and drink in a genuine Scottish tavern setting. Taking inspiration from the public houses found throughout Great Britain, our goal is to provide our guests with authentic hospitality and a brilliant dining experience. In addition to high-quality food, we offer a wide variety of beer, wine, and spirits featuring one of the best selections of single malt scotch whiskies in the area. Our family of restaurants has grown in recent years to include two new concepts: Horse & Barrel Bourbon House and the Backstage Event Center located next door from Nicholson's Pub. Horse & Barrel is an award-winning whiskey bar with 100+ whiskeys and bourbons, specialty cocktails, craft beers, small bites and a friendly bourbon-loving staff. The Backstage Event Center is a private event venue hosting rehearsal dinners, weddings, cocktail parties, corporate events and more.

10. Laveau

4.5

Awesome(192)

Price: Expensive

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Central Business District

Booked 9 times today

Step into the world of Marie Laveau and enjoy a unique dining and drinking experience in Cincinnati! Enjoy beautifully crafted New Orleans favorite dishes by Chef Patrick Bowling

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JoeVIP
Cincinnati / Dayton •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great drinks and atmosphere. Loved it! Thank you Em!
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Ghost BabyPrice: Expensive• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Over the Rhine
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4.7
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JeffJ
Cincinnati / Dayton •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Amazing! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Everything was fantastic. Wow! From the steaks to the cakes we enjoyed it all. What a great holiday treat.
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Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - CincinnatiPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Central Business District
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4.8
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jenniferVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Subito around the holidays is a must-see. The service and food are always spot on as well.
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SubitoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Cincinnati
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4.5
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Roy
Cincinnati / Dayton •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Been going to the Dickens, brunch for over 20 years. There’s a reason we’ve been going that long,the food ,the atmosphere,and the service. The Christmas carolers sing table side and the decorations do help put you in Christmas spirit.
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1931Price: Very Expensive• American• Cincinnati
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Anne Marie
Southwest Florida •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
This is the second time that I have dined there, and both experiences have been exceptional! Our server, Brandon, made sure that the timing of our food was perfect. That’s something that’s super important to me. He had great recommendations and he, as well as his assistant, where incredibly attentive. The food was equally as amazing. I think their sides are hands-down, the best sides of any steakhouse around. Definitely becoming one of our favorite places to dine.
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MRBLPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Bellevue
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4.8

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22 restaurants available nearby

1. 1931

2. Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Cincinnati

3. MRBL

4. Ghost Baby

5. Subito

6. Amador

7. Prime Cincinnati

8. Bourbon's Craft Kitchen & Bar - Downtown

9. Nicholson's Fine Food & Whisk(e)y

10. Laveau

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