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Arnold's Bar and Grill, Cincinnati, OH

Arnold's Bar and Grill

4.7
4.7
714 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for live music
  • Lively
Always eager to show of it's 150 plus years of history, Arnold's Bar and Grill is Cincinnati's oldest continuously operated Tavern. Here are a few of Arnold's more recent awards and Accolades... Citybeat 2016: Best Live Music While You Eat, Thrillist 2015: The Most Iconic Bar in Ohio, The Daily Meal 2015: The 150 Best Bars in America, Cincinnati Magazine 2015: Top 45 Burgers in Cincinnati, Cityvoter 2015: Top 5 Beer Selection, Citybeat 2014: Best Outdoor Dining, Esquire Magazine 2013: Best Bars in America, Buzzfeed 2013: List of America's Oldest and Coolest Bars

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Burgers, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Tue–Thu 11:30 am–12:00 am Fri, Sat 11:30 am–12:30 am Lunch Tue–Sat 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (513) 421-6234
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Kayla Robison
  • Neighborhood
    Cincinnati
  • Cross street
    Pancoast Alley
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access

What 714 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Cincinnati / Dayton

    American

  • Cincinnati

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Arnold's Bar and Grill offers a "super fun atmosphere in a historic bar" with live music enhancing the dining experience. Guests rave about the "excellent service" and "great food," highlighting standout dishes like the Deluxe Greek Spaghetti and Arnold's burger. The "great selection of beers" and courtyard seating add to its charm.

714 Reviews
  1. Becky

    Cincinnati

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love Arnolds! Food, drinks, service all are outstanding. No better atmosphere in Cincy. The live band was tremendous. Even a special Valentine’s Day menu! We will be back.

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  2. Becky

    Cincinnati

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful night listening to The Hot Magnolias while dining at Arnolds. The menu is filled with very interesting entrees, so its hard to decide. We all ordered different entrees, but I ordered the Chicken with truffle sauce which was excellent! They switched out the asparagus with their delicious brussel sprouts. The brussel sprouts were so tasty. Usually, sprouts are cooked with vinegar but I think their sprouts have lemon juice as the acid. Anyway, I was very impressed. Good Job...Looking forward to the next dining experience.

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  3. Trayci

    Cincinnati

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We sat in the courtyard area which was enclosed for the winter. It was very quaint and comfortable. The service was outstanding and the food was reasonably priced. The beer cheese potato soup was delicious. We would definitely go back!

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  4. Michelle

    Cincinnati

    22 reviews

    4.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on February 6, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Had the red sangria, it was nice. We had the sweet potato hummus, it was ok, wouldn’t order again and split the short rib and grits for dinner . It was spicy and I thought a little too salty. Service was good .

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  5. Blake

    St. Louis

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    When we arrived, we were told that our option was to sit at two booths with our party of 7, or we could wait for a larger table. Thankfully, they were able to get a larger table for us in the room by the band - which was not ideal since it was right next to the band, but we were OK with. After sitting about 20-30 minutes, and attempting to flag the wait staff down multiple times- we were never acknowledged or had drink orders taken so we got up and left. I’ve loved Arnold’s in the past, and will give it a try again in the future but this was not a good experience. We did make the reservation the same day since it showed up as available on OpenTable - perhaps if there are not any full tables actually available it would be best to not show anything open.

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  6. Marissa

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Friendly staff, great service, food was delicious

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    You Mama Burger was probably the best burger I have ever had. Great atmosphere with old school vide. Crazy outside area even in winter. Amazing service.

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  8. Adam

    Cincinnati

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We lucked out with a reservation for 8 on a Saturday last minute. We got seated in the courtyard and there was a polka band playing. Super fun atmosphere in a historic bar. The food was great and they have a great selection of beers. Service was great as well; quick and never needed to ask for water refills since they were so on top of it! I will say the seating is very tight, so probably not the best for older folks that need walking support.

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  9. Linda

    VIP

    Cincinnati

    199 reviews

    4.0

    199 reviews

    Dined on January 17, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Very much enjoyed our early dinner. We both chose the chicken with risotto and brie sauce. And we both enjoyed it. Service was excellent, with great recommendations, chicken, chocolate cake :)

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  10. Chris

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went here before a show at the Aronoff. It was super close and convenient! Food was great. Service was great. Great experience. We will be back!

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Arnold's Bar and Grill is rated 4.7 stars by 714 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today
Google Map for Arnold's Bar and Grill

210 E 8th St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Pancoast Alley
  • Neighborhood
    Cincinnati
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Tue–Thu 11:30 am–12:00 am Fri, Sat 11:30 am–12:30 am Lunch Tue–Sat 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Burgers, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Kayla Robison
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access
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