Emily & Ben

April 12, 2025 • Cincinnati, OH, USA

Emily & Ben

April 12, 2025 • Cincinnati, OH, USA

Things to Do

Drinks

Longfellow

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1233 Clay St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA
One of the coolest little cocktail bars you'll find, run by some of the best people you'll meet. An unusual but familiar and delicious food menu.
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The Blind Lemon

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936 Hatch St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA
(513) 241-3885
Cute little spot in Emily's favorite neighborhood with live music and secluded patio

Northside Yacht Club

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4231 Spring Grove Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45223, USA
(513) 541-0528
A rowdy spot full of angst and peanut butter tequila. Great smoked chicken wings and a good variety of vegan/veg bar food options

Larry's

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536 W 9th St, Covington, KY 41011, USA
(859) 360-1007
Home of the wiener slingers! Fun neighborhood spot with hot dogs and tater tots. Play some pool or some pinball. Feel at home in our favorite local.

Food

Nolia Kitchen

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1405 Clay St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA
(513) 384-3597
James Beard Nominated chef and restaurant serving up "Cuisine inspired by the Ninth Ward" We've had some amazing dishes here over the years like Sweet Potato Beignets and Pork Fat Ice cream.

The Aperture

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900 E McMillan St, Cincinnati, OH 45206, USA
(513) 872-1970
Recently named to NYT's 50 best restaurants, The Aperture is an incredible Mediterranean restaurant owned and painstakingly operated by a good friend. Without a doubt the best pita you'll eat in your life. If we had never moved to Minnesota, Ben would be here.

Scotti's Italian

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919 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
5137219484
Over 100 year old Italian red sauce joint with eclectic style and a vintage feel. Don't have plans afterwards because you're going to want to lay down.

Skyline Chili

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Multiple Locations
While you're in town, you have to try God's gift to Cincinnati and the world in Skyline Chili. We miss it daily and fantasize about it often.

Price Hill Chili

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4920 Glenway Road
Ben's local Chili joint/diner with great breakfast food and an at-home feel. Make sure to get some goetta while you're here.

Things To Do

Krohn Conservatory

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1501 Eden Park Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA
(513) 421-4086
One of the most peaceful, beautiful place on Earth according to Emily.

Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

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3400 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45220, USA
(513) 281-4700
Our first stop in any new city is typically the zoo and this is obviously one of our favorites. Come honor Harambe's memory and don't fall into any exhibits!

Bloom OTR

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1120 Walnut St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA
(513) 537-4591
Catch a drink and a drag show featuring the most talented queens in the area in the same spot Emily spent most of her 20s

Findlay Market

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1801 Race Street, Cincinnati, OH, 45202
Ohio's oldest public market with amazing shops and spots to eat. Enjoy some oysters from Sen, homemade dips from Dean's Mediterranean Imports, or English muffins from Blue Oven Bakery.