Sip four cocktails while uncovering Over-the-Rhine history
2.5 hours
Four cocktails, snacks, guide
Explore Over-the-Rhine's bar scene, history and architecture with a local guide. Sample curated cocktails and snacks as you stroll through this historic Cincinnati neighborhood.
Come thirsty and ready for a spirited adventure!
Meet at Washington Park Your guide welcomes you in beautiful Washington Park, dating back to the 1860s. Learn why the iconic Music Hall is considered one of the most haunted venues in the world—and what may be hidden beneath your feet.
Hidden Tunnels & Secret Bars Discover why Cincinnati has tunnels beneath its streets, then uncover the secret location of a cocktail lounge once named the best in the country by Esquire magazine. This hidden gem is our first stop, complete with a snack you’ll “go nuts” for.
Apothecary Cocktails Step into an old apothecary–themed bar, where the mixologist concocts a delicious elixir. Hear fascinating stories of patented medicines and herbal cures from the past.
German Roots of ‘Zinzinnati’ Immerse yourself in 1800s culture as your guide shares the story of German immigrants and their love of beer, while you stroll past stunning historic buildings—built long before indoor plumbing.
Art, Prohibition & Speakeasies Admire Cincinnati’s famous murals and learn the inspiration behind them. Then sneak upstairs for a speakeasy experience with a slice of New York–style pizza, or relax in one of the city’s coolest cocktail lounges with a hair-raising past. Learn how Prohibition impacted this beer-loving community.
A Taste of Nostalgia Visit a homemaker-themed bar for a walk down memory lane and discover popular drinks of the 1940s and ’50s.
Snacks & Sips Finale Enjoy a popcorn sampling with more than 65 flavors to choose from as the tour wraps up.
Refundable tickets are refundable up to 24 hours before the tour. Within 24 hours, refunds are unavailable. Standard tickets do not include refunds or exchanges.
Product ID: R672BZ
No, the itinerary is pre-planned and features a variety of spirits. You may purchase additional drinks at the stops.
Yes, mocktails or soft drinks can be substituted with advance notice.
Yes. Each guest must purchase a ticket to participate, whether or not they plan to enjoy the food and drinks.
Cincinnati's food tour scene has a genuinely strong team behind it, with guides like Laura, Jackie, Beth, David, and Juliann consistently earning glowing praise from visitors and locals alike. What stands out most is how these guides weave together food, history, architecture, and local storytelling into something that feels far more personal than a typical tour. Longtime residents regularly mention being surprised by how much they learned about their own city, which says a lot. The tours cover distinct neighborhoods and themes, from Findlay Market and OTR to cocktail and bourbon experiences, giving groups plenty of options depending on their interests. Food quality and variety get high marks across the board, with tastings focused on independent, locally-owned spots rather than chains. For anyone visiting Cincinnati or even someone who's lived there for years, this is a genuinely fun way to spend an afternoon. The guides clearly care about the city and bring that enthusiasm into every stop along the way.
Riverside Food Tours We thoroughly enjoyed our experience with Riverside Food Tours from start to finish. Jackie, a true local, was exceptionally knowledgeable and engaging. We learned a great deal and ate even more — the variety of food was impressive, and we were absolutely full by the end of the tour. This experience gave us a much deeper appreciation for Cincinnati, and we would highly recommend this tour, especially with Jackie as the guide.
Neal Duhon
September 2, 2026
Riverside Food Tours We thoroughly enjoyed our experience with Riverside Food Tours from start to finish. Jackie, a true local, was exceptionally knowledgeable and engaging. We learned a great deal and ate even more — the variety of food was impressive, and we were absolutely full by the end of the tour. This experience gave us a much deeper appreciation for Cincinnati, and we would highly recommend this tour, especially with Jackie as the guide.
Neal Duhon
September 2, 2026
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