February 20, 200718 yr The restaurants in bold are the ones I have eaten at so far: 1. Jean-Robert at Pigall's (1) 2. Boca (2) 3. Nicola's (4) 4. Slims (9) 5. Nectar 6. Pho Paris (10) 7. Orchids at Palm Court (3) 8. Daveed's at 934 (6) 9. Jo An Japanese Restaurant (7) 10. Sturkey's (5) 11. Cumin (13) 12. Miyoshi 13. Brown Dog Cafe (11) 14. The Palace (18) 15. JeanRo Bistro 16. Beluga 17. Aqua 18. Riverside Korean (24) 19. Knotty Pine on the Bayou (21) 20. Primavista (20) 21. Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse (19) 22. Honey (15) 23. Quarter Bistro (16) 24. Rondo's (23) 25. Germano's (25) Dropped off: Embers, The Celestial Steakhouse, Tousey House, La Petite Pierre, Carlo & Johnny
February 20, 200718 yr The restaurants in bold are the ones I have eaten at so far: 1. Jean-Robert at Pigall's (1) 2. Boca (2) 3. Nicola's (4) 4. Slims (9) 5. Nectar 6. Pho Paris (10) 7. Orchids at Palm Court (3) 8. Daveed's at 934 (6) 9. Jo An Japanese Restaurant (7) 10. Sturkey's (5) 11. Cumin (13) 12. Miyoshi 13. Brown Dog Cafe (11) 14. The Palace (18) 15. JeanRo Bistro 16. Beluga17. Aqua 18. Riverside Korean (24) - YUMMY! 19. Knotty Pine on the Bayou (21) 20. Primavista (20) 21. Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse (19) - Not at this location but all the others. 22. Honey (15) 23. Quarter Bistro (16) 24. Rondo's (23) 25. Germano's (25)
February 20, 200718 yr Of these restaurants: My Favorite: - Nicola's Best Meal Ever: - Daveed's (the lamb chops) Ritziest (where I'd take a business client I was really really trying to impress): - Boca
February 20, 200718 yr 21. Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse (19) - Not at this location but all the others. LOL - hey you can't do that. That would be like me going to the Precinct and claiming it. j/k Speaking of the Precinct, I can't believe it isn't on the list. It was one of the best steak houses I have ever eaten at and I find it hard to believe that Jeff Ruby Steakhouse is better.
February 20, 200718 yr I think steak at the Precinct is better than it is at Jeff Ruby's, actually...I imagine that it's the ovens at the Precinct, but I couldn't say that for sure. The difference is that Jeff Ruby's is a little classier, and a little roomier. They pack you right the hell in at the Precinct, I guess it's kind of a New York feel, and I hate that - but the steak is worth it. But Jeff Ruby's is all high class - a cigar case, a live piano player, classy decor, and really top notch service. They have restroom attendants at Jeff Ruby's, and I seem to remember someone walking my mom to the restroom whenever she went...it's the flagship, and gets the glory, even if the steaks are a little better at the Precinct...
February 21, 200718 yr ^ Restroom attendees mean I have to pay someone to take a piss. Bah... If I want that I will go to strip clubs ;)
February 21, 200718 yr If you are going to pay big bucks to have somebody cook a daggone steak, you might as well pay to piss.
February 21, 200718 yr If you are going to pay big bucks to have somebody cook a daggone steak, you might as well pay to piss. Bah... I have no problem dropping $35 on a great steak but I don't need to pay someone to hand me a towel.
February 22, 200718 yr When I ate at Jeff Ruby's there wasn't a bathroom attendent. However, women are escorted to the bathroom.
February 22, 200718 yr For service, the Celestial was the best service I had ever experienced in a restaurant. I ate there when it was a French restaurant and while the food was good, it wasn't worth the price. I hear the food has improved greatly since hiring a new chef and becoming a steak restaurant but then I see they dropped off the list.
February 22, 200718 yr The old Celestial was horrifically expensive, for food that was good, but not great. And it was truly geriatric...nothing wrong with that, but man, the average age had to be Golden Buckeye territory. But the new place has Kobe beef, brilliant meals, just fantastic. Our server was so-so, but the food was astonishing... But man, that view is tough to beat. One good way to enjoy the place is just to go to the bar - get a seat near a window, have some drinks and appetizers or dessert, and have your meal somewhere less pricey...
February 22, 200718 yr Coffee shop's move to the city a welcome jolt By Joe Wessels Post contributor It's not often that a business leaves Northern Kentucky and finds greener pastures in Over-the-Rhine. But that's exactly what Enzo's Over-the-Rhine, a new coffeehouse on Race Street set to open around March 1, did - thanks, in part, to a new program offered by that neighborhood's chamber of commerce. No link available for rest of article.
February 22, 200718 yr Churches, convenience stores, check cashing services, temporary labor services and social services are not eligible. Gee, I can't imagine why not...
February 22, 200718 yr That program sounds great...things are really starting to pick up steam in OTR. I can only imagine the kind of investment that will occur when you factor in a furture streetcar line...the future looks VERY bright for the area!!!
February 23, 200718 yr ^ Hmmm sounds like a good oportunity to open, "Urban Ohio - The Store". -Sell UO merchandise -give guided tours of the city -Sell Cincinnati and other Ohio stuff (books, posters, photography) -offer informational materials on Cincinnati and other Ohio attractions (possibly cut a deal with the regional tourism bureau). Seriously...I think we could muster enough stuff together to make it a viable business! What do the other Cincy forumers think??
February 23, 200718 yr ^ Hmmm sounds like a good oportunity to open, "Urban Ohio - The Store". -Sell UO merchandise -give guided tours of the city -Sell Cincinnati and other Ohio stuff (books, posters, photography) -offer informational materials on Cincinnati and other Ohio attractions (possibly cut a deal with the regional tourism bureau). Seriously...I think we could muster enough stuff together to make it a viable business! What do the other Cincy forumers think?? not alone. 1. there isn't much UO merch 2.Architreks does that 3. the ohio bookstore among countless others does that. 4. The CVB does that. 5. Who is going to staff the office? 6. how much will they be paid? the best route would be to consign with an established buisness. Ohio bookstore, Kaldis, city cellars, whoever. work from there
February 23, 200718 yr 1. More UO merch could be created relatively easily...especially with the design minded people on here 2. There is more than 1 type of tour that could be given...it would have to be a special UO kind of tour 3. I don't know 4. Right...I'm suggesting we could assist in that process with the CVB 5. Hell, idk maybe people on here...volunteers interested in the venture (UC Architect, Planning, or whatever students) 6. Minimum Wage!!!
February 23, 200718 yr ehhh...I don't have any time for this kind of venture. I was just thinking out loud again :laugh: :wave:
February 23, 200718 yr Donna's site would be fifth course for restaurateur Covington building is near Pho Paris, Greenup Café LISA BIANK FASIG | [email protected] February 23, 2007 COVINGTON - The partners behind Jean-Robert at Pigall's and JeanRo Bistro have for months been interested in acquiring the former Donna's Diner site, which sits across the street from Greenup Café and the newly relocated Pho Paris, their two other restaurants. Click here for article: http://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/stories/2007/02/26/story10.html
February 23, 200718 yr YAY!!!!! YAY!!!!!! YAY!!!!! Couldn't be more perfect! I understand they're storing stuff in the Donna's Diner space right now, so the relationship is there...and that's such a great space - that cool alleyway patio... Absolutely fantastic...Issue430 is going to be beside himself with glee, being a Greenup-ian!
February 26, 200718 yr Eatery promises sandwiches and headlines CINCINNATI BUSINESS COURIER February 26, 2007 COVINGTON - Pike Street Press, at 222 Pike Street, specializes in press sandwiches, paninis, press coffee and local, regional and international news publications. Click here for article: http://cincinnati.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/stories/2007/02/26/daily4.html?surround=lfn
March 7, 200718 yr what about The bar formerly known as Jacobs in Northside. I think it is a gay bar or at least gay friendly, but that demographic certainly knows how to dance. Hey Cincy! We DJ @ Bronz (formerly Jacob's) on Fridays. There is a different Retro music theme every week from 11:00PM - 2:00AM then we transition to ALL NEW Electro, Indie and Nu Rave Tracks from 2AM-3:30AM We've seen some conversations on here asking about the crowd. It's a VERY friendly and open group with a 50/50 F/M split and about 50/50 Straight/Not -------This Week's Theme------------- “Friends Electric” @ Bronz (formerly Jacob’s) Friday 3/9 + Nu Musik After Hours – 18+ In honor of GARY NUMAN’s birthday this week, we are dedicating this Friday @ Bronz (formerly Jacob’s) to everything SYNTHPOP! From 11:00pm – 2:00am we’ll be playing all your RETRO favorites and requests with a heavy emphasis on: Gary Numan, Kraftwerk, Anything Box, Red Flag, Information Society, Human League, Art of Noise, Talk Talk, Bronski Beat, Erasure, Alphaville, OMD, Eurythmics, Depeche Mode, New Order, Missing Persons, Soft Cell, Berlin and The Pet Shop Boys. Then see what the buzz is all about at 2am as we transition into CURRENT ELECTRO, INDIE and NU RAVE tracks from: The Rapture, Bloc Party, Ladytron, Royksopp, Kudu, Cut Copy, Soho Dolls, Moby, The Presets, Goldfrapp, The Knife, Steed Lord, New Young Pony Club, The Klaxons, xLover, Hot Chip, Bodyrox, CSS, Green Velvet and Peaches until 3:30am! XXXOOO Zazoo & Satori www.myspace.com/theclubcreatures D:Evolution @ Bronz (formerly Jacob’s) 4029 Hamilton Ave Northside! – Cincinnati, Ohio 18+ = $5 21+ = $3
March 8, 200718 yr Old buildings to house new restaurants BY SCOTT WARTMAN | [email protected] March 8, 2007 PHOTO: Arthur Leech plans to open a bagel shop in the "Captain's House" at 336 Monmouth St. in Newport, a home built around 1833 by steamboat captain James Curtis Reed. THE ENQUIRER/PATRICK REDDY NEWPORT - Arthur Leech saw charm in the old buildings of Newport when he moved here from Jackson Hole, Wyo., two years ago. That charm has led him to put two restaurants in some of the oldest buildings in Newport. Click here for article: http://news.nky.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/AB/20070308/NEWS0103/703080389
March 19, 200718 yr Asian restaurant to open at bustling suburban site Chanaka Delanerolle, the owner of Teak, the Celestial and Mount Adams Fish House, is opening his fourth restaurant about 15 miles up the road from his business base, in the former Watson Bros. Brewhouse in Blue Ash. The eatery, which is expected to take an investment of more than $4 million, will specialize in sushi and Thai, but also offer dishes from Malaysia, Cambodia and other Asian nations. Click here for article: http://cincinnati.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/stories/2007/03/19/story9.html?b=1174276800^1432300 "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
March 19, 200718 yr Second seafood eatery to dock downtown Oceanaire Seafood Room, which serves fresh seafood in a supper club-like atmosphere, has signed a long-term lease for 8,500 square feet at the building, BPG Properties Ltd. said in a news release. Click here for article: http://cincinnati.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/stories/2007/03/19/daily4.html?b=1174276800^1433942 "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
March 19, 200718 yr Finally, something in the Watson's space...convenient location, loads of parking, large building, with 27K white collar workers surrounding it in every direction...it'll be nice having another lunch option up this way...
March 20, 200718 yr Breakfast eatery to open Anderson location First Watch, a breakfast-and-lunch eatery that garnishes almost all of its dishes with fried potatoes and fruit salads, plans to open its ninth area location this summer, in Anderson Township. Click here for article: http://cincinnati.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/stories/2007/03/19/daily5.html?surround=lfn "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
March 22, 200718 yr Ruby food & Collins funk? Jeff Ruby and Bootsy Collins talking BY CLIFF PEALE | [email protected] Restaurateur Jeff Ruby and funk musician Bootsy Collins are looking at downtown properties for a restaurant and nightclub. Click here for article: http://news.enquirer.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/AB/20070322/BIZ01/303220046/
March 22, 200718 yr The new restaurants have not to this point attracted more shopping or entertainment destinations to the area. This is an interesting topic...I believe that once these restaurants open for business and proove vitality, then the other retailers will be more willing to open up downtown. It will take some of the risk factor out of it for them, and allow them to feel comfortable with their decisions. I think that downtown is definitely heading in the right direction! As for this particular restaurant...I remember hearing rumblings about a Bootsy themed place at the Banks. That would constitute as a major entertainment destination, but if they want their product to come online a little quicker...then W. 4th, W. 7th (near Sulley's, McFadden's) or E. 8th (near Blue Wisp, Arnold's) may all be potential locations.
March 22, 200718 yr ^ Just a rumor, but think "12th & Vine." But you didn't hear it from me and I am not even sure if it's true. AND I am not sure that's a good spot for it.
March 22, 200718 yr 12th & Vine? Damn I was hoping for something along either 4th or 7th street with the new influx of restaurant/bars popping up on those streets.
March 22, 200718 yr Greenup restaurant deal close 'Hip' neighborhood pub planned for old Donna's BY MIKE RUTLEDGE | [email protected] Owners of the Mount Adams Pavilion and The Stand bar on Mount Lookout Square plan to buy the former Donna's Diner at Covington's 313-315 Greenup St. Click here for article: http://news.enquirer.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070321/NEWS0103/703210392/-1/back01
March 23, 200718 yr I don't know if this is the right place for this . . Move if you want. Taste is moving to Fifth Street By Joe Wessels Post contributor The Taste of Cincinnati food festival will be leaving its 19-year home on Central Parkway and moving to a new one along Fifth Street this year. Click here for article: http://news.cincypost.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070323/NEWS01/703230382
March 23, 200718 yr I think it's a great decision to move to 5th street. Now if we can only get better restuarant participation.
March 23, 200718 yr Clifton gets pizzas with Spicy Pickle March 23, 2007 | CINCINNATI BUSINESS COURIER CINCINNATI - The Spicy Pickle, a Denver-based chain of fast-casual restaurants specializing in eclectic ingredients, paninnis and thin-crust pizza, is entering Cincinnati with its first of three locations. Click here for article: http://cincinnati.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/stories/2007/03/19/daily51.html
March 23, 200718 yr URando...looks like you're gonna have some competition...the Spicy Pickle has some very Panera"esqe" sandwiches.
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