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3 Cincinnati restaurants listed in OpenTable’s Top 100 of 2026

CINCINNATI (WDTN) — If you’re looking for a reason to travel to the Queen City, a nice meal may be your answer. OpenTable, an online restaurant-reservation service company, released its list of Top 100 Restaurants in America for 2026 on Nov. 4. Jeff Ruby’s Steakhouse, Pepp & Dolores and Sotto are among the top 100, […]

Cincinnati, OH · 1d

The Courier Journal

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Roaches and improper holding temps: 2 Louisville restaurants earn 'C' grade

Two Louisville restaurants inspected between Oct. 26 to Nov. 1 earned a "C" score with a critical violation. Each restaurant in Jefferson County is scored out of a possible 100 points. A score of 85 or above, with no critical violations, will earn a location an "A." A score of 84 or below, or citing one or more critical violations, regardless of the score, will earn a location a "C." According to Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness, a "B" score is given to a facility that has ongoing compliance issues, such as two consecutive failed inspection scores or closure due to an imminent health hazard. Restaurants that earn a "C" and fail will be inspected again by the Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness within seven to 10 days. The following is restaurant inspection data, listed by score and inspection date, for Jefferson County Oct. 26 to Nov. 1. See the entire database of restaurant inspections here. 'C' grade PALERMOS 2 ITALIAN RESTAURAN Address : 938 Baxter Ave. Inspection date : Oct. 26 Score : 92 Violation : INSECTS, RODENTS AND ANIMALS NOT PRESENT: Presence of insects, roaches on/around dish machine area, on/around cold holding units. 'C'

Louisville, KY · 2d

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This Legendary Indiana Restaurant Has Been A Beloved Landmark For Decades

If you’ve never driven to Madison, Indiana specifically to eat a burger, this article is about to change that, and you should probably thank it in advance. Hinkle’s Sandwich Shop is the kind of place that earns the word “legendary” without ever having to ask for it.

Madison, IN · 4d
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The Mary Sue

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Local Kentucky restaurant draws suspicion online for its blacked-out windows and multiple CCTVs: ‘It’s so ominous’

Jaala (@conspiracycutiee2) from Kentucky posted a TikTok video about a local restaurant. It’s going viral not because of its delectable offerings, but because she believes something suspicious is going on at the establishment. InKredibles Burgers & Shakes is a fast food restaurant located in Louisville, Kentucky. One video advertisement on their official website shows diners […]

Louisville, KY · 12d

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This Kentucky Buffet Lets You Feast On Unlimited Crab Legs, Sushi And Hibachi For One Price

Crab legs, sushi rolls, and a hibachi grill all sit under one roof here, and one price covers the whole spread. That combo alone made me sit up a little straighter. On Sundays, the buffet turns into an all-day seafood event built around crab legs. Fried crab joins the lineup too.

Louisville, KY · 4d

Cincinnati.com | The Enquirer

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What is the top-rated fast-food chain in America? It's not Chick-fil-A

Crumbl Cookies may be closing locations, but things are looking a little sweeter for Jersey Mike's. The sandwich chain knocked Chick-fil-A from the top of the fast-food customer-satisfaction rankings, ending an 11-year streak. Jersey Mike's debuted at No. 1 in the 2026 American Customer Satisfaction Index , edging Chick-fil-A by one point. The ranking comes as restaurants face tougher competition for increasingly cost-conscious customers. Here's what helped Jersey Mike's take the crown and where to find the chain in Ohio and Kentucky. Why is Jersey Mike's ranked higher than Chick-fil-A? Jersey Mike's earned a score of 84, topping Chick-fil-A at 83 and emerging as the new leader in customer satisfaction among fast-food chains. The ranking is based on 16,464 customer surveys conducted between April 2025 and March 2026. Chick-fil-A remains the top-rated chicken chain, but Jersey Mike’s stood out for freshness, menu variety and value, the report said. The chain added 238 locations in 2025 and reached $4.2 billion in systemwide sales. The report notes the sub chain has maintained quality while expanding rapidly. How many Jersey Mike's locations are in Ohio and Kentucky? Jersey Mike's has 141 locations in Ohio, including 13 in Cincinnati, six in Columbus and two

Ohio · 8d

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Got A Sweet Tooth? These 6 Kentucky Bakeries Have Been Making Donuts Before Dawn For Generations

While most of Kentucky is still asleep, a handful of bakers are already rolling dough, frying rings, and glazing trays. These shops are not trendy pop-ups chasing the latest flavor craze. They are old-school counters with string-tied boxes, early opening hours, and recipes that have kept their towns coming back...

Lexington, KY · 13h

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Second local Pepp & Dolores restaurant location set to open

CINCINNATI (Cincinnati Business Courier) - Thunderdome Restaurant Group has announced an opening date for its suburban Pepp & Dolores outpost, the second location for the popular Italian restaurant born in Over-the-Rhine in 2019. Pepp & Dolores, located at 5200 District Park Drive inside the District at Deerfield, a $150 million...

Cincinnati, OH · 5h

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Cincinnati Pizza Week Returns With $11 Pies at 25-Plus Restaurants

Starting Monday, more than 25 pizzerias across Greater Cincinnati will serve up $11 specialty pies for Cincinnati Pizza Week, the 11th annual edition of the citywide deal-fest running November 9 through 15. Diners who hit enough spots can walk away with gift cards, a mascot costume, or even a cornhole set.

Cincinnati, OH · 9h

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This Kentucky Farm’s Sourdough Cinnamon Roll Is So Iconic, People Make Pilgrimages For It

A girl around eight years old learned to bake from her dad’s sourdough starter. Decades later, his name sits on one of the most talked-about cinnamon rolls in Kentucky. The rolls are called Pop’s, and they wear a thick coat of cream cheese frosting. They also sell out early on some days.

Simpsonville, KY · 1d

The US Sun

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First-ever Texas Roadhouse shuts down for good as steakhouse chain pulls plug on flagship location

TEXAS Roadhouse fans are mourning the loss of the first-ever restaurant in the chain’s history, which has closed forever after more than 30 years. The iconic flagship eatery, opened by late founder Kent Taylor in 1993, has now been wiped off the map. It was located at Green Tree...

Clarksville, IN · 2d

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Pie Case Lovers, Meet The 7 Indiana Diners Known For Slices Taller Than Your Fork

Some people judge a diner by its coffee or its pancakes, but in Indiana a lot of us check the pie case first. The state has a long history with homemade pie, especially sugar cream, and small-town diners keep that habit alive one slice at a time. This list covers...

Greensburg, IN · 1d

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The Family-Owned Diner In Ohio Where Biscuits And Gravy Dreams Come Deliciously True

There are breakfast places, and then there are places that make you rethink every breakfast decision you’ve ever made in your entire life. George’s Family Restaurant in Dayton, Ohio falls firmly into that second category, and it’s been doing so with zero apologies. Let’s be honest about...

Dayton, OH · 5d

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This Cincinnati Soul Food Counter Is Back Frying Crispy Chicken And Catfish, And Ohio Locals Are Glad It’s Back

Some places close their doors and quietly fade from memory. Others leave a hole in the neighborhood that people keep talking about for months. In Cincinnati’s West End, one small counter-serve spot fell into that second group, and now it is open again and frying crispy chicken and catfish for a city that never stopped asking about it. The comeback has brought back long lines, big portions, homemade desserts, and plenty of happy regulars who say they are simply glad it returned.

Cincinnati, OH · 7d

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This Classic Ohio Sandwich Shop Still Makes Some Of The State’s Best Milkshakes

Tucked along North Broadway Street in Greenville, Ohio, Maid-Rite Sandwich Shoppe has been serving up something truly special for decades. Known for its famous loose-meat sandwiches and incredibly thick milkshakes, this little diner-style spot has earned a loyal following from locals and road-trippers alike. With over 4,100 reviews and a...

Greenville, OH · 8d

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A Hidden Ohio Italian Spot Locals Say Serves The Best Pasta Around

Tucked beneath the streets of downtown Cincinnati, Sotto is the kind of restaurant that feels like a well-kept secret even after you find it. This rustic Italian trattoria sits in a cozy basement space at 118 E 6th St, drawing in locals and visitors with its warm candlelit atmosphere and handcrafted pasta dishes.

Cincinnati, OH · 23h

The Coconut Mama

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Currito opening 4 new locations in Ohio

Currito is planning four additional restaurants in the Cincinnati area, with new locations slated for Mason, Milford, Eastgate and Liberty Township. The Ohio-born bowl-and-smoothie chain joins a wave of fast-casual…

Cincinnati, OH · 19h

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Six Ohio Small-Town Diners Where Farmers Still Gather At Dawn For Coffee

Before the sun clears the barn roofs in rural Ohio, the first pot of coffee is already on at a handful of small-town diners. These are the places where work boots line up at the counter and the menu has not needed a makeover in years. The six stops on...

Ohio · 3d

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The Middle-Of-Nowhere Restaurant In Kentucky That Serves The Best Steaks In The State

If you’ve been eating the same rotation of chain restaurants and wondering why dining out stopped feeling exciting, the answer to your problem is sitting in Cold Spring, Kentucky. Knotty Pine On The Bayou is a Cajun-inspired restaurant that serves fresh-cut USDA Choice steaks, Louisiana family recipes, and an...

Cold Spring, KY · 4d

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We Found 11 Ohio Spots Where Biscuits And Gravy Make Breakfast Feel Special

One Columbus kitchen calls its biscuits and gravy Frog Eyes. I had to read that menu name twice before it clicked, and now I can’t stop grinning about it. The wordplay doesn’t stop there. A Dayton restaurant skips sausage gravy entirely and pours Cajun chicken gravy over a buttermilk biscuit.

Ohio · 3d