Speakeasies in Cincinnati, Ohio

78 hidden bars found

Cincinnati's cocktail culture thrives in the shadows, where unmarked doors and whispered passwords lead to some of the city's most inventive drinking establishments. From converted basements in Over-the-Rhine to hidden rooms behind unsuspecting storefronts, these 78 speakeasies and secret bars offer meticulously crafted cocktails away from the ordinary bar scene. Each venue brings its own character to Cincinnati's underground drinking tradition, whether through house-made bitters, rare spirits, or intimate spaces that reward those who seek them out.

Revival Vintage Bottle Shop and Bar

614 Madison Ave, Covington, KY 41011

★ 5.0 (209)

Annie Oakley's

4016 Allston St, Cincinnati, OH 45209

★ 5.0 (32)

Red Leprechaun

20 West Freedom Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202

★ 4.9 (1550)

Anjou

2804 Woodburn Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45206

★ 4.9 (130)

Dueling Axes - Cincinnati Axe Throwing & Sports Bar

246 W Elder St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

★ 4.9 (127)

HART & CRU

1206 Broadway, Cincinnati, OH 45202

★ 4.9 (102)

World Glass Bar

930 Hatch St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

★ 4.9 (35)

Old Kentucky Bourbon Bar

629 Main St, Covington, KY 41011

★ 4.8 (531)

Longfellow

1233 Clay St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

★ 4.8 (428)

Lost & Found OTR

22 E 14th St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

★ 4.8 (357)

Court Street Kitchen

7 E Court St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

★ 4.8 (285)

Frankie’s Sips & Savories

14 Garfield Pl, Cincinnati, OH 45202

★ 4.8 (248)

The Skeleton Root

38 W McMicken Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45202

★ 4.8 (144)

Prohibition Bourbon Bar

530 Washington Ave, Newport, KY 41071

★ 4.8 (134)

Wiseguy Lounge - Pleasant Ridge

6099 Montgomery Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45213

★ 4.8 (129)

The Roosevelt Room - Rookwood

3825 Edwards Rd Ste 107, Cincinnati, OH 45209

★ 4.8 (123)

Bar Saeso

1208 Sycamore St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

★ 4.8 (109)

The Boardroom

844 York St, Newport, KY 41071

★ 4.8 (49)

Somerset Bar

139 E McMicken Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45202

★ 4.7 (789)

The Blind Lemon

936 Hatch St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

★ 4.7 (760)

Tiki Tiki Bang Bang

965 E McMillan St, Cincinnati, OH 45206

★ 4.7 (519)

Wiseguy Lounge - Mainstrasse

603 Main St, Covington, KY 41011

★ 4.7 (445)

1215 Wine Bar & Coffee Lab

1215 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

★ 4.7 (425)

Schwartz's Point Jazz & Acoustic Club

1901 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

★ 4.7 (279)

Homemakers Bar

39 E 13th St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

★ 4.7 (272)

Uncle Leo's

1709 Race St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

★ 4.7 (140)

Wiseguy Lounge - OTR

1211 Main St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

★ 4.7 (124)

Highball Cincy

1834 Race St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

★ 4.7 (114)

Safi Wine Bar

1401 Republic St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

★ 4.7 (68)

10th Island Tiki Bar and Grill

213 Woodward St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

★ 4.7 (53)

16-Bit Bar+Arcade

1124 Main St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

★ 4.6 (2558)

Arnold's Bar & Grill

210 E 8th St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

★ 4.6 (1512)

MOTR Pub

1345 Main St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

★ 4.6 (1060)

This enigmatic Cincinnati hideaway keeps its secrets well-guarded, with patrons discovering entry through methods known only to those in the know. The mystery surrounding its entrance matches the allure of what lies within—a true speakeasy experience that has earned devoted followers across the city. With an impressive reputation built on whispered recommendations, this hidden gem proves that the best discoveries are often the ones you have to search for.

Sundry and Vice

18 W 13th St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

★ 4.6 (797)

The Härth Room

125 W 4th St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

★ 4.6 (407)

The Overlook Lodge

6083 Montgomery Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45213

★ 4.6 (407)

Stanley's Pub

323 Stanley Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45226

★ 4.6 (361)

Low Spark

15 W 14th St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

★ 4.6 (308)

Liberty's Bar & Bottle Shop

1427 Main St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

★ 4.6 (277)

Home Court Tavern / Sinners & Saints

2062 Riverside Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45202

★ 4.6 (254)

Newberry Bros. Coffee

530 Washington Ave, Newport, KY 41071

★ 4.6 (144)

Pilar

56 E Court St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

★ 4.6 (102)

Bar 1207

1207 Main St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

★ 4.6 (32)

Knockback Nats

10 W 7th St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

★ 4.5 (1993)

This enigmatic Cincinnati hideaway guards its secrets well, with even the entry method shrouded in mystery for those seeking to discover its hidden depths. The speakeasy has cultivated an air of intrigue that keeps patrons returning, earning an impressive 4.5-star rating from nearly 2,000 reviews. Those fortunate enough to find their way inside become part of an exclusive circle that values discretion above all else.

Japp's - Since 1879

1134 Main St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

★ 4.5 (703)

Murphy's Pub

2329 W Clifton Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45219

★ 4.5 (585)

The Lackman

1237 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

★ 4.5 (584)

Nostalgia Wine & Jazz Lounge

1432 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

★ 4.5 (495)