Restaurant List
Day 1
Taste of Belgium (OTR) Breakfast
Start with classic Belgian waffles (Liège and Brussels), savory brunch plates and strong coffee in a lively Over-the-Rhine cafe — great for people-watching before exploring the neighborhood.
Camp Washington Chili Lunch
An authentic, no-frills taste of Cincinnati: order a 3-way (spaghetti, chili, cheese) or a coney. Fast, iconic and very local — perfect for a quick, satisfying lunch.
Sotto Dinner
Rustic, dimly lit Italian in OTR known for house-made pasta, wood-fired dishes and a cozy, intimate atmosphere — ideal for a relaxed, flavorful dinner night out.
Day 2
Findlay Market (brunch at vendors) Breakfast
Explore Cincinnati’s oldest public market and sample breakfast from multiple vendors: fresh pastries, breakfast sandwiches, coffee and farm-to-table bites — lively weekend scene.
The Eagle (OTR) or Senate (OTR) — burger/fried chicken Lunch
For lunch choose fried chicken and sides at The Eagle or creative, stacked burgers at Senate — both serve hearty, well-executed comfort food with local craft beers on tap.
Orchids at Palm Court Dinner
Elegant, art-deco fine dining inside the Netherland Plaza Hotel — expect refined seasonal cuisine, tasting menus and polished service; excellent choice for a special-occasion dinner.
Day 3
Prantl's Bakery (Hyde Park) Breakfast
Beloved local bakery known for pastries and the famous Burnt Almond Torte — pair a sweet treat with coffee or pick a savory breakfast sandwich for a neighborhood start.
Tom+Chee (or local grilled-cheese spot) Lunch
Casual, Cincinnati-born comfort lunch: creative grilled-cheese sandwiches and tomato soup — quick, nostalgic and very satisfying for a midday bite.
Montgomery Inn Boathouse (or Montgomery Inn) Dinner
Finish with Cincinnati-famous ribs and barbecue sauce — generous portions, riverside views (at the boathouse location) and classic local hospitality make for a memorable final dinner.
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