We all know the saying that you can’t judge a book by its cover, and this adage can definitely be applied to restaurants. We love sharing unassuming dining spots around Cincinnati (like the yummy breakfast eateries here), but we also want to make sure you don’t judge a restaurant by its name. With so many restaurants in the city, it’s no wonder everyone wants to come up with a memorable moniker. You’ll want to check out our list of seven Cincinnati restaurants with bizarre names and make sure you haven’t been avoiding them because they also serve up the most amazing food.
- Sacred Beast
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Facebook/Sacred Beast Sacred Beast is a welcome addition to the OTR dining scene, peculiar name and all. They consider themselves a diner and serve dishes like cheeseburgers and deviled eggs, but there is absolutely nothing typical about this restaurant. If you have yet to try this new culinary gem, put it at the top of your list. Sacred Beast is located at 1437 Vine St., Cincinnati, OH 45202.
- Please
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Facebook/Please Sometimes simple and understated is best, as is the case with Please. This super cool eatery is innovative with every single thing on their menu, yet their name is so short and sweet, it’ll leave you intrigued. Our advice? Go eat there and ask about it yourself; the food is incredible. Please is located at 1405 Clay St., Cincinnati, OH 45202.
- Poke Hut
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Facebook/Poke Hut Unless you’re all caught up with the food trends of the moment, you may wonder a bit about a restaurant named “Poke Hut.” But don’t worry, Poke (pronounced po-kay) is a traditional Hawaiian dish with raw fish and other delicious ingredients, typically served in a bowl. You can try the real deal at The Poke Hut in OTR. Poke Hut is located at 1509 Race St., Unit 104, Cincinnati, OH 45202.
- Hang Over Easy
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Facebook/Hangovereasy - Cincy Everyone knows that delicious breakfast and brunch restaurants are popular places on weekend mornings, but you have to love a restaurant that just puts it all out there in its name. Arrive with a bit of a hangover, eat some over easy eggs, and leave with a happy belly. This tasty restaurant in Clifton has a sense of humor almost as endearing as its food. Hang Over Easy is located at 13 W. Charlton St., Cincinnati, OH 45219.
- The Swampwater Grill
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Facebook/The Swampwater Grill While swamp water doesn’t sound very appetizing, it does evoke thoughts of the deep south and you’ll find plenty of delicious Cajun favorites at this east side eatery. Head down to the river and Kellogg Avenue to enjoy some Oysters at this oddly, yet appropriately, named restaurant. The Swampwater Grill is located at 3742 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45226.
- Pickles & Bones Barbecue
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Facebook/Pickles & Bones Barbecue Including “bones” in the name of a restaurant may be just as odd as “swampwater,” but you won’t care what the name of this restaurant is after you’ve tried their mouthwatering barbecue. Pickles & Bones also makes their own pickles (hence its inclusion in the name), as well as everything else on their menu. This carryout restaurant in Milford is a must-try in the Cincinnati area. Pickles & Bones is located at 1149 OH-131, Milford, OH 45150.
- Tickle Pickle
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Facebook/Tickle Pickle Northside The names of the burgers at this Northside gem are just as bizarre as the name of the restaurant itself, and they are absolutely delicious. There’s something for everyone at this creative and fun-filled local favorite, and make sure you try a milkshake as well! Tickle Pickle is located at 4176 Hamilton Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45223.
Hopefully, you haven’t been avoiding these bizarrely named restaurants, because now you know you’d be missing out on some incredible food! Are any of your favorite Cincinnati dining spots on our list? Any other weird restaurant names we left out? Let us know in the comments!
Facebook/Sacred Beast
Sacred Beast is a welcome addition to the OTR dining scene, peculiar name and all. They consider themselves a diner and serve dishes like cheeseburgers and deviled eggs, but there is absolutely nothing typical about this restaurant. If you have yet to try this new culinary gem, put it at the top of your list. Sacred Beast is located at 1437 Vine St., Cincinnati, OH 45202.
Google/Please
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Sometimes simple and understated is best, as is the case with Please. This super cool eatery is innovative with every single thing on their menu, yet their name is so short and sweet, it’ll leave you intrigued. Our advice? Go eat there and ask about it yourself; the food is incredible. Please is located at 1405 Clay St., Cincinnati, OH 45202.
Facebook/Poke Hut
Unless you’re all caught up with the food trends of the moment, you may wonder a bit about a restaurant named “Poke Hut.” But don’t worry, Poke (pronounced po-kay) is a traditional Hawaiian dish with raw fish and other delicious ingredients, typically served in a bowl. You can try the real deal at The Poke Hut in OTR. Poke Hut is located at 1509 Race St., Unit 104, Cincinnati, OH 45202.
Facebook/Hangovereasy - Cincy
Everyone knows that delicious breakfast and brunch restaurants are popular places on weekend mornings, but you have to love a restaurant that just puts it all out there in its name. Arrive with a bit of a hangover, eat some over easy eggs, and leave with a happy belly. This tasty restaurant in Clifton has a sense of humor almost as endearing as its food. Hang Over Easy is located at 13 W. Charlton St., Cincinnati, OH 45219.
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Facebook/The Swampwater Grill
While swamp water doesn’t sound very appetizing, it does evoke thoughts of the deep south and you’ll find plenty of delicious Cajun favorites at this east side eatery. Head down to the river and Kellogg Avenue to enjoy some Oysters at this oddly, yet appropriately, named restaurant. The Swampwater Grill is located at 3742 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45226.
Facebook/Pickles & Bones Barbecue
Including “bones” in the name of a restaurant may be just as odd as “swampwater,” but you won’t care what the name of this restaurant is after you’ve tried their mouthwatering barbecue. Pickles & Bones also makes their own pickles (hence its inclusion in the name), as well as everything else on their menu. This carryout restaurant in Milford is a must-try in the Cincinnati area. Pickles & Bones is located at 1149 OH-131, Milford, OH 45150.
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Facebook/Tickle Pickle Northside
The names of the burgers at this Northside gem are just as bizarre as the name of the restaurant itself, and they are absolutely delicious. There’s something for everyone at this creative and fun-filled local favorite, and make sure you try a milkshake as well! Tickle Pickle is located at 4176 Hamilton Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45223.
And if you enjoy a good, fun-loving restaurant, check out other restaurants where dining is a blast in our previous article here.
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