Cincinnati · Hamilton County, OH

Nightlife in Cincinnati

Scout analyzed 134 Cincinnati places and surfaced the ones that actually fit nightlife.

Places analyzed

134

Matches

Typical spend

$70

Typical visit

1.5 hr

Complete outings

Upscale Downtown Cincinnati Night

Indulge in a sophisticated date night starting with a top-tier Italian dinner experience. Follow it up with stunning city views and handcrafted cocktails or mocktails from a chic rooftop bar, offering the perfect end to a memorable evening.

Best neighborhoods for nightlife

Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.

Over-The-Rhine

2 matching spots

Central Business District

2 matching spots

Corryville

1 matching spots

Mount Adams

1 matching spots

Northside

1 matching spots

Pleasant Ridge

1 matching spots

Scout-verified spots

Over-The-Rhine

Pins Mechanical Co.

Pins Mechanical Co. is a multi-activity bar, suitable for a lively evening out with friends or a playful date. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and around $30-75 per person on drinks and activities.

CocktailsSportsFood

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Central Business District

The Blind Pig

This is a good spot for a casual evening out with pub grub and local beers, possibly catching a game. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $15-40 per person, especially if using the rooftop patio.

FoodCocktailsViews

$15–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Nightlife

Lori's Roadhouse

Lori's Roadhouse is suitable for an evening out with friends or a date night, especially if looking for live music and dancing. Plan for a 3-hour visit and expect to spend $30-$70 per person on drinks and bar food.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Central Business District

Top of the Park at The Phelps

This is a good spot for evening drinks and light bites with city views, suitable for an upscale date night or a pre-dinner cocktail. Expect to spend $30-$75 per person for drinks and a snack, and plan for 1.5-2 hours.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Corryville

Bogart's

Bogart's is a multi-level concert venue for catching local and national music acts. Expect to spend 3+ hours and between $30-$80 per person on tickets and drinks for a night out.

CocktailsLive musicArts

$30–$80 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Mount Adams

The Blind Lemon

The Blind Lemon is a whimsical bar perfect for a relaxing evening of live music and cocktails. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $25-50 per person.

CocktailsLive musicFood

$25–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Nightlife

The Southgate House Revival

The Southgate House Revival is a good spot for an evening of live music, typically lasting 2-3 hours. Expect to spend $20-$75 per person on tickets and drinks.

CocktailsLive musicArts

$20–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Northside

Northside Tavern

This bar is a good spot for an evening out, especially if you enjoy live music and a casual atmosphere. Expect to spend 1-3 hours and about $15-$40 per person on drinks.

CocktailsLive musicOutdoors

$15–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Over-The-Rhine

Somerset Bar

This bar is good for a relaxed evening drink with friends or a casual date, especially if you enjoy an outdoor garden setting. Expect to spend $15-35 per person for a drink or two over 1-2 hours.

CocktailsOutdoorsRelaxed

$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Pleasant Ridge

The Overlook Lodge

This is a themed bar good for an evening drink or two, perhaps after dinner or before a late event. Expect to spend $25-50 per person on drinks and small bites, and plan for 1.5-2 hours.

CocktailsFoodRelaxed

$25–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking