RINN + MATT
Things To Do
Contemporary Arts Center
The CAC is a non-collecting museum that focuses on new developments in painting, sculpture, photography, architecture, performance art and new media. The entire top floor also serves as an interactive kids museum (which is also super fun for adults)!
Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden
Home of Cincinnati’s famous baby hippos, Fiona and Fritz (and previously home to the internet’s most famous gorilla #RIP). Grab a beer at the craft beer garden or bring the kids to see the giraffes!
American Sign Museum
The largest public museum dedicated to signs in the United States! Covering more than 100 years of American sign history in 20,000 square feet of indoor space, the museum is a walk through the ages of technology and design.
Findlay Market
Ohio’s oldest publicly owned market, packed with vendors and stalls. Pick up some fresh produce or kettle corn for a walking snack, stop by the oyster bar at Sen. Sit down for a bowl of pho at Pho Lang Thang, and finish sweet with a scoop from dojo gelato. If cheese is your thing, check out The Rhined for beautiful cheese boards (and adult lunchables to take back to your hotel room)!
Gomez Salsa OTR
Stop by our favorite street window (and one of Rinn’s favorite past places of work) for some street tacos or a “turtle": a chipotle-burrito-sized Crunchwrap supreme sealed shut with a crispy layer of griddled cheese. If you want to eat like college-era Rinn, try the chicken turtle and get a side of queso for dipping!
Skyline Chili
Classic to locals, polarizing to visitors. Sometimes the thing you want the most after a night drinking is a hot 3-way! Head to the Ludlow Ave location off of the University of Cincinnati campus for nostalgic vibes, or walk from the hotel to the 7th and Vine location for convenience.
Goodfellas Pizzeria OTR
The best slice of pizza in the city, and one of Matt and Rinn's first date spots! If you’re thirsty, check out the wise guy lounge upstairs for craft cocktails.
Sacred Beast Diner
Lowkey the best deviled eggs we've ever had. Honorable mentions also go to the lemon ricotta pancakes and corned beef hash!
Salazar
Farm-inspired New American food by James Beard nominated chef Jose Salazar. Two words: marrow butter.
Cosmic Gorilla
Comic book store with a Star War-themed bar at the back. Located at Findlay market, but deserves its own shoutout!
Iris Book Cafe
An understated and straightforward coffee shop and bookstore with vegan bites and a secluded patio.
Pins Mechanical Co
Duckpin bowling and pinball with a basement full of old school arcade games. Perfect for groups - reserve your lane ahead of time if you want to bowl!
Tiki Tiki Bang Bang
Hidden behind the facade of an old-school video rental store, this tiki-themed speakeasy serves a spread of tropical cocktails and local beers.
Tokyo Kitty
The best private room karaoke in Cincinnati, with dancing on weekends and bar robot service in the rooms! Rent a room for a few hours, belt out your favorite bangers, and throw back a few suntory cocktails!
Urban Artifact
A local brewery specializing in sours. Located inside a retrofitted church in Northside. Try the pickle sour!