14 Best OTR Restaurants for When You Don’t Have a Reservation

The Cincinnati OTR neighborhood continues to be one of the city’s most happening. Even with as many options as there are ,and with even more restaurants and bars opening Fall 2019, reservation can be hard to come by. Especially for Friday and Saturday nights.

But, don’t be shy if you’re acting spur of the moment. There are plenty of choices and ways to dine without pre-planning. Here are 14 places to try when you don’t have a reservation set.

Don’t forget – you can always text ReadyTango for help with last-minute reservations, plans and more. Local experts can easily guide you to a great night out.

Spacious

These are some of the biggest properties in OTR, so the chances of finding an open table are good. Don’t be scared the size hurts quality – some amazing food to experience in this list.

No Reservations

Some OTR restaurants have decided not to hassle with reservations at all. That’s good, as your ability to get seated is generally a factor of how long you’re willing to wait. Bad news? On busy nights the waits can be enormous. The food? Definitely worth waiting for.

Carry Out

In a pinch skip the seating part of the dining experience and grab takeout for a quick, delicious bite. Many of these establishments offer limited seating or text ReadyTango and we’ll help you find a nearby bar that lets you bring in outside food.