restaurants

AMERICAN

CADILLAC RANCH All American Bar & Grill.
Located downtown Cincinnati at the corner of 6th & Walnut St. Cincinnati’s newest hot spot. Everything you’re looking for from Steaks to Pan Seared Crabcakes & Rodeo Racked Ribs. Live Entertainment Thursday nights on the large outside patio and you can even take a mechanical bull ride. 3 unique bars all in one incredible place. Happy Hour Parties on the patio Mon-Fri 4-7pm. Open for lunch, dinner and late night fun hrs:11:30pm-2am. Pre & post Reds & Bengals headquarters. 15 big screen plasmas. 41 East 6th St., 513-621-6200 www.cadillacranchcincinnati.com.

THE GREYHOUND TAVERN Well known for its traditional favorites, this is a prime spot for chops, steaks, seafood and other specialties. A Ft. Mitchell landmark since 1921. Lunch & dinner daily. Sunday brunch 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Just 5 minutes from Downtown. 2500 Dixie Hwy. (859) 331-3767.

PENN STATION Try our famous Philadelphia Cheesesteak, Chicken Teriyaki, Pizza, Chicken Cordon Bleu, and the Grilled Veggie Sub… We have great hand-cut fries, salads and fresh squeezed lemonade, too. Call Ahead for Carryout. Menus available at the Front Desk. $50.00 Minimum for Downtown Delivery. Mon-Wed 10am-6pm, Thurs-Fri 10am-7pm, Saturday 11am-4pm, Closed Sunday. 654 Main Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202. Next to the Aronoff Center (513) 621-7366

BRAZILIAN

Boi Na Braza Brazilian Steak House The Dining Tradition from the Pampas of Southern Brazil. Located downtown in the Carew Tower, Boi Na Braza offers an extraordinary and authentic Brazilian dining experience. Enjoy 15 selections of beef, pork, lamb and poultry deliciously seasoned and roasted over an open-fire. All of the meats are served to you by our Brazilian Gauchos, continuously at your tableside and convenience. Our set-price menu also includes Brazilian cheese bread, appetizers and a sumptuous salad bar that’s a feast on its own. Desserts at Boi Na Braza include both traditional offerings and Brazilian specialties like our Papaya Crème, Strawberry Crème and Brazilian Flan. Full bar, with an extensive list of exquisite wines, champagnes, liquors and after dinner drinks along with Brazilian favorites like the Caipirinha! A perfect setting for special occasions, events, meetings and banquets with a private room and semi-private areas available at no additional charge. Open for lunch and dinner. 441 Vine Street, Cincinnati - across from Fountain Square. Reservations recommended. 513.421.7111. www.boinabraza.com

CATERING

BENSONS CATERING Caters any corporate business or family event. Bensons is located at 309 Garrard Suite B, Covington, Kentucky 41011. Please call 859-655-3850 for information.

CHINESE

SHANGHAI MAMAS 216 E. 6th St., Downtown. 1920s style noodle shop is open for late night dining until 3:00 am Friday & Saturday. Noodle bowls, rice bowls, Shanghai flatbread, $5-$10. Full bar. Lunch Mon-Fri, dinner Mon-Sat, closed Sunday. 241-7777. Won the Award of Excellence for Seafood entrée & Best of Taste for Vegetarian entrée in the 2006 Taste of Cincinnati USA.

DELICATESSEN

IZZY’S Eat the best! Izzy’s is famous for its huge corned beef sandwiches, Reubens and potatoe pancakes. Visit our locations: Downtown 612 Main St. and 800 Elm St.; Anderson, OH 7625 Beechmont Ave.; Covington, KY 300 Madison Ave.; West Chester 8179 Princeton-Glendale Rd.; Forest Park 1198 Smiley Ave.; Western Hills 5098 B Glen Crossing Way. 513.369.0245 www.izzys.com

GERMAN

HOFBRÄUHAUS NEWPORT The first authentic Hofbräuhaus in America. Enjoy many traditions of Germany from saurbraten, schnitzels,wursts, and Bavarian dishes to the best world class bier brewed on-site by our Master from Munich, Germany. Steak, ribs, chicken, seafood and pasta entrees are also offered. Hours: Sun-Tues 11am- Midnight; Wed-Sat 11am-2am. 3rd and Saratoga at the Levee, Newport, KY 859-491-7200. www.hofbrauhausnewport.com

MECKLENBURG GARDENS A double award winner in the 1997 Taste of Cincinnati. Mecklenburg Gardens serves lunch, dinner and late night meals. Recommended as “The place to eat in Cincinnati” by The New York Times. Early bird specials on weekdays. 302 East University, 221-5353.

SILVER FORK CAFÉ German American delights! A unique environment to have delicious homemade organic and natural breakfast, lunch and dinners. Hours: Mon-Sat 8am-9pm; Sun 8am-3pm. Located 1/4 mile South of Fields Ertel Rd in Montgomery. 11929 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH 45249. 774-0700 www.silverforkcafe.com

INDIAN

AKASH Downtown in the Backstage district, Akash India offers authentic Indian specialties for lunch and dinner every day. Try one of the famous, savory Tandoori oven dishes or one of the exotic curries. Luncheon buffet. Many vegetarian choices! 24 East 6th St. 723-1300.

AMBAR INDIAN RESTAURANT Famous for Tandoori Oven dishes and exotic Curries, Ambar has been rated one of America’s top restaurants by the Zagat National Survey. Delicious Vegetarian dishes. Located in Clifton at 350 Ludlow Ave., 281-7000.

GURU INDIA RESTAURANT Located in Crescent Springs, Kentucky, Guru offers authentic Indian specialties for lunch and dinner every day. Try one of the famous, savory Tandoori oven dishes or one of the exotic curries. Lunch buffet 11:30am-2:30pm everyday. Many vegetarian choices! 2303 Buttermilk Pike (next to Outback Steakhouse) 859-341-5858.

ITALIAN

CAMPANELLO’S You’ll think you’ve gone to heaven when you sample the spaghetti carbonara here. Eggplant parmigana, braciole, pastas, pesto, manicotti, and award winning soups are also featured. Vegetarian dishes are a specialty. Three blocks from the beach. Within walking distance from all downtown hotels. Lunch & Dinner. Now open Sun.s 5-8 p.m. 414 Central Ave. 721-9833. www.campanellos.com.

POMPILIOS Fine Italian food. A Newport landmark— delicious spaghetti sauce and homemade raviolis for over 57 years. An inexpensive & casual lunch or dinner that will make your day. Mon-Thurs 8 a.m.-11 p.m.; Fri-Sat 8 a.m.-1 a.m.; Sun 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Sixth & Washington. (859) 581-3065.

PRIMAVISTA Visit Primavista and you’ll understand why it’s been voted Cincinnati’s best Italian restaurant for the past seven years by Cincinnati Magazine’s Reader Survey. Located only five minutes west of downtown, Primavista has a breathtaking view of the Cincinnati skyline and Ohio River. The food is as spectacular as the view! Dinner seven nights. Available for private parties. 251-6467. www.pvista.com.

JAPANESE

KYOJIN The largest upscale buffet in Cincinnati. A Japanese dining experience which includes over 100 items. Featuring a Sushi Sashimi Bar, Hibachi Grill, Oriental Hot Food, Seafood and Gourmet Dessert. Located on 12140 Royal Point Dr., across form Kings Auto Mall. I71 N, Exit 19 - Fields Ertel. Hours: M-Th 11am-3:30pm, 4:30-10pm; Fri & Sat 11am-10:30pm; Sun 12noon-9:30pm. 513-683-2628. www.kyojinohio.com.

LEBANESE & GREEK

TAZ RESTAURANT Start with some Hummus or Mediterranean Beans followed by a Greek Salad and Shawirma Fajita or Kofta Kabab and end with some Baklava, Kunafa or Morjana. Soup & Sandwiches and Pizza also available. Dine-in, Carryout & Drive-thru. Hours: Mon-Th 11am--11pm; Fri & Sat 11am-12am; Sun 11am-10pm. Located off Fields Ertel exit by Comfort Inn. 8950 Governors Way, Loveland, OH 45249. 774-7600 www.tazrestaurant.com

STEAK & SEAFOOD

BELUGA is a locally owned restaurant that has won the attention and awards of Zagat, CitySearch and other reputable organizations. The contemporary and stylish atmosphere here is perfect for a date, drinks over business or a night out with friends. Soak up the colors, lighting, chic decor, ambient music and Asian/European fusion cuisine of this trendy restaurant, bar and lounge. Beluga is known for its premium sushi and sashimi, cut thick and artfully presented. Award winning French-influenced dishes include steak, duck, lamb and pasta. The raw bar includes fresh oysters and fish flown in daily from Hawaii. Hours: Mon-Thurs 5pm-Midnight, Fri-Sat 5pm-2am, closed Sundays. www.belugasushi.com

CARLO & JOHNNY 9769 Montgomery Rd., Montgomery, (513) 936-8600. Jeff Ruby’s celebrity haunt in an elaborate 1930s supper club setting. Seafood, USDA prime steaks, chops and fresh sushi. Live music Tues – Sat, full bar. Dinner Mon –Sat. $21 - $60. MCC.

THE CELESTIAL STEAKHOUSE Steakhouse with selections like venison chops, veal chops with Chinese live spice powder, an 18 oz. cowboy steak, orange crusted Chilean sea bass or red snapper, scallops and pasta. 700 selections on the wine list with a knowledgeable staff. Jazz in Incline Lounge Fri & Sat, full bar. Great views of the city. 1071 Celestial St. 241-4455. www.thecelestial.com

CHART HOUSE The million dollar renovation with all new decor, colors and artwork and waterfront skyline views from every table. Also, an all new menu with signature salad bar, fresh fish specialties, succulent steaks and prime rib. Happy hour Mon-Fri. 405 Riverboat Row, Newport, KY. 859-261-0300. www.chart-house.com

JEFF RUBY’S STEAKHOUSE 700 Walnut St., Downtown. (513) 784-1200. Dry-aged steaks, live Maine lobsters, seafood, rack of lamb. Valet parking, full bar, nightly entertainment. Reservations recommended. Dinner Mon – Sat. $20 - $43. MCC. www.JeffRuby.com

McCORMICK & SCHMICK’S SEAFOOD RESTAURANT
Located in the Westin Hotel, the menu is printed twice daily and features more than 30 varieties of fresh fish and seafood flown in from international waters. Other menu highlights include pasta, poultry and beef specialties. Full Bar. Located on 21 East Fifth St., Downtown, Cincinnati. 513-721-9339 www.McCORMICKandSCHMICKS.com

MIKE FINK Mike Fink has been serving great seafood garnished with the city’s best view since 1972. Sensational steaks, seafood and the area’s original raw bar make Mike Fink an extraordinary dining experience. For a casual lunch or a romantic dinner – Think Fink. Located on the river in historic Covington, KY directly across from downtown Cincinnati. Mike Fink is an authentic sternwheeler, listed on the National Historic Register. Hours: M-Th 11-9:30, Fri-Sat 11-10:30, and Sun 10-8:30 One Ben Bernstein Way (859) 261-4212. 2006 “Best of” American Restaurants at www.restaurantlistings.com & Won the Best of Taste for Seafood Entrée in the 2006 Taste of Cincinnati USA. www.mikefink.com

MT. ADAMS FISH HOUSE The best sushi in town! Our seafood is delivered fresh each day, making for an extensive menu. We maintain a diverse wine list to compliment our full sushi bar. 940 Pavilion St., in historic Mt. Adams. Open for lunch Mon-Fri and dinner Mon-Sun. 421-3250.

THE PRECINCT 311 Delta Ave., Columbia-Tusculum (513) 321-5454. Jeff Ruby’s original steakhouse. Prime steaks and seafood entrees. Full bar features extensive wine list. Reservations recommended. Dinner 7 days. $26 - $46. MCC.

THE WATERFRONT 14 Pete Rose Pier, Covington, (859) 581-1414. Upscale steakhouse with lively entertainment. Also features seafood and an elaborate raw bar and fresh sushi made by a master chef. Full bar, piano lounge, live entertainment Tues – Sat. Dinner Mon-Sat. $18 - $42. MCC.

THAI

THE BUDDAKHAN A classic rock cafe featuring Pad Thai, rice bowls, over-stuffed wraps, chicken satay and fried rice. Lunch, dinner or late night affordable funky food. Daily happy hour. Cold beer and fun wine selection. Live music on the week-ends. 713 Vine Street, downtown, Cincinnati. 421-9700.

MAI THAI Featuring Thai & Sushi…coconut chicken soup, peanut sauce chicken, fresh seafood, ginger duck, flavorful taste made to your order. Dine-In or Take-Out. Beer & Wine available. Hours: Lunch — M-F 11am-3pm, Sat Noon-3pm. Dinner — M-TH 5pm-10pm, Fri/Sat 5pm-10:30pm, Sun 4pm-9:30pm. 7710 U.S. 42, Florence, KY 41042 (across from Wildwood Inn). 859-282-1888 or fax: 859-282-1905.

TEAK Voted best Asian restaurant in 2003 by City Beat Magazine. Enjoy Asian cuisine with award winning Thai delights and Sushi either on our relaxing patio or in our beautiful dining room. 1049- 51 St. Gregory, in historic Mt. Adams. Thai food: 513-665-9800 or sushi bar: 513-665-9900.