7 Ohio Neighborhood Delis Where the Reuben Still Comes Grilled and Dripping With Swiss

One Ohio deli puts a potato pancake next to its Reuben, while another Ohio deli named a corned beef Reuben combo The Rocket. That second detail alone had me grinning. The classic version is simple on paper. You need corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss, dressing, and rye. Then the grill does...

From 'SNL' to Cincinnati: David Spade announces Hard Rock Casino comedy show

CINCINNATI (WKRC) — Comedian and actor David Spade will bring his stand-up tour to Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati early next year. Spade is scheduled to perform Friday, Feb. 26, 2027, at the casino. Tickets are available through Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati’s website and Ticketmaster. Spade became nationally known...

Texas Roadhouse confirms plans for brand new sister restaurant

TEXAS Roadhouse has announced plans for a new sister restaurant in the US. The popular chain has announced several developments over the past few months. Texas Roadhouse plans to open 35 company-owned locations across its three brands in 2026. This includes Bubba’s 33, which could be adding its second diner...

Former Wendy's location on Cincinnati's West Side to become new restaurant

CHEVIOT, Ohio (WKRC) - A new location for a growing restaurant chain will be coming to Cincinnati's West Side. The former Wendy's location in Cheviot will be the site of the newest Hook Fish and Chicken. The location is at the corner of Glenmore and Harrison. There are currently multiple...

Kroger to cut 3,000 jobs in major shift. What that means for shoppers

Grocery store giant Kroger is planning to cut thousands over jobs over the coming years. The company, which has about 100 stores across Kentucky, plans to slash 3,000 corporate jobs over the next three years, according to an internal memo by CEO Greg Foran obtained by The Cincinnati Enquirer, part of USA Today Co . The multi-state grocery chain headquartered in Cincinnati plans to eliminate more than a third of its roughly 8,200 corporate staff, according to The Enquirer. "Our business is becoming leaner, more focused and more competitive," CEO Greg Foran wrote in the Oct. 12 memo to employees. "This transformation will also result in fewer roles across the company, which means we will reduce our corporate workforce across many functions." More: Kroger uncorking new in-store wine experiences for Louisville shoppers Here's what to know about the job cuts coming to Kroger: Is my Kroger closing? The memo reviewed by The Enquirer specified these cuts will come to corporate jobs rather than store level positions. It did not immediately reveal plans for store closures. Where is Kroger planning its job cuts? Cuts are expected to impact Kroger's hometown of Cincinnati the most, according to the memo. Additionally company hubs

Mount Orab Barn Hosts ‘Sinners’-Inspired Juke Joint With Soul Food, Live Bands

A 4,000-square-foot barn just outside Cincinnati is getting a Hollywood-inspired makeover tonight, as organizers transform The Venue On Lake Grant in Mount Orab into a juke joint modeled after Ryan Coogler's hit film Sinners. The Cinners Juke Joint runs from 8 p.m. Friday until 1 a.m. Saturday at 13257 U.S. 68, featuring live music, DJs, a full bar, a soul food menu, card games, activities and a photo booth.

10 Ohio International Grocery Markets That Turn November Shopping Into An Adventure

By November, Ohio’s gray skies and chilly afternoons can make even a grocery run feel painfully predictable. After another trip home with the usual ingredients, I started wondering what else I might be missing. That curiosity led me to Ohio’s international grocery markets, where shopping comes with a few...

Inside the rare world of making brass instruments with a Miamisburg craftsman

The Miami Valley is home to one of a handful of craftsmen making custom brass musical instruments in the U.S. Through his company, Schlub Brassworks, owner George Schlub equips musicians around the world. Schlub has been a part of musical instrument making for a long time. It’s something he came...

'Just keep moving.' 90-year-old Ohio Senior Olympic gold medalist shares secrets to longevity

They say it’s better to wear out than rust out. Springboro resident Nick Chiblis has done neither even at the age of 90. He's won dozens of medals, including five gold medals, competing in the Ohio Senior Olympics over the past 25 years. WYSO’s Mike Frazier asked Chiblis what...

Free Admission And A Floor Full Of Vintage Pinball Make Pinball Garage Worth The Trip

A converted garage in Ohio now holds rooms full of pinball machines. Walking through the door costs nothing. You only pay for the games you choose to play. I love that setup. It lets a curious person wander in, look around, and decide what sounds fun. Claw machines, arcade cabinets,...

Community support pours into Northside deli facing closure

A labor of love: Behind the scenes of Graeter's Cincinnati manufacturing facility

CINCINNATI (WKRC) - As Graeter's Ice Cream celebrates its national honor for its Backstretch Bourbon Cherry flavor as product of the year from Dairy Foods Inc., we wanted to go behind-the-scenes, to show our viewers what goes into making this iconic local brand's favorite products. "This is where all of...

Garbage Plates? No, Ohio’s Weirdest Signature Sandwich Is The Cincinnati Chili Three-Way

A chili parlor in Ohio stays open 24 hours a day, then closes every Sunday for family time. That schedule alone made me curious. The dining room carries a 1940s style. Neon lights glow, and the walls are packed with framed articles and photos. The menu goes far past chili....

Avondale Film Festival returns this weekend

This Saturday, one of Cincinnati’s newest film festivals returns for a second year. The Avondale Film Festival was developed to bring together filmmakers, artists, young people, families and community supporters for a celebration of film and creativity. It’ll take place at the Holloman Center for Social Justice at 3539 Reading Road from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Tri-State native brings his comedy back to the Cincinnati area for a couple of events

What events is Rajiv Satyal performing in Cincinnati?. What is Rajiv Satyal's connection to the Tri-State area?. Why is Rajiv Satyal returning to Cincinnati for performances?

Remembering Theda Bara, Cincinnati’s first big movie star

For five years, Avondale native Theda Bara was one of the nation's biggest silent screen stars. She was the original screen “vamp,” a seductive woman who was dangerous to men. Studio publicists promoted her as an Arab princess, raised in the shadow of the Sphinx, whose name was an anagram for “Arab Death.”

Upscale Argentine restaurant to open second Cincinnati location

CINCINNATI (WKRC) - A popular Argentine restaurant in downtown Cincinnati is expanding with a second location set to open in O’Bryonville. Butcher and Barrel, which currently operates on Race Street, is opening another restaurant on Friday. The restaurant is known for its upscale Argentinian cuisine and Latin American-inspired small...

The Rare Opens in Mason Next Month

The new American bistro at The Mason Mile will serve up familiar dishes with a twist. The post The Rare Opens in Mason Next Month appeared first on Cincinnati Magazine .

We Found Ohio’s 10 Steakhouses That Make You Wonder Why Everyone Talks About The Famous Ones

Back in 1955, one steakhouse in this lineup put telephone jacks at the tables so politicians could take calls between bites. I love that detail. It tells you these rooms were built for people who meant business about dinner. Another spot on this list has served steaks since 1921 under...