Choose Your Own (Dining) Adventure

Any parent will tell you that dining with kids can be a challenge, but these family-friendly restaurants in Clermont County are kid-tested, parent-approved!

RJ Cinema Distillery & Tap Room takes the date night concept of “dinner and a movie” and makes it family friendly. Come for a kid-friendly flick, stay for the food (and brews!). RJ BBQ boasts some of the best BBQ in Clermont County. Don’t miss the chicken smoked brisket platter, which your kids will appreciate, and fresh salads.

Pizza is a universal family favorite and Loveland’s The Works is a local standout. The pizza menu features everything from classic cheese and pepperoni to Hawaiian, cheeseburger, and taco varieties. We recommend the signature Works Pizza, which features four different proteins plus mushrooms and housemade sauce. After dinner, enjoy a leisurely stroll through Downtown Loveland or stop by Hometown Café and Ice Cream.

If it’s a home-cooked meal you’re craving, The Feedmill in Felicity is just as good as grandma’s. With a menu that includes classics like country fried steak, mashed potatoes, Salisbury steak, and chili spaghetti, The Feedmill is an unassuming roadside restaurant that makes family dinner fun and delicious.

Clermont County’s restaurants, breweries, and even a vineyard offer spaces for a memorable night out with your special person.

With 20 brix in Downtown Milford, Executive Chef David Main has created a menu full of innovative dishes that are a mix of new American cuisine and traditional southern cooking, with a sprinkle of classic French flair. The dining room boasts an open kitchen, a full bar, and a romantic patio. Pro tip: ask your server for a wine pairing based on your order!

Whether you’re coming for lunch, brunch, dinner, or drinks, Tano Bistro is a local favorite offering a casual yet elevated dining experience. We’re partial to the brunch menu (what a fun day date option!), which features elevated versions of your favorite breakfast dishes and even the iconic Kentucky hot brown.

Cincinnati Distilling Company is a top spot for date night winners. From the well-appointed restaurant, rooftop bar, and mezzanine dining, the location offers an all-in-one experience for a memorable evening. If you want to keep things simple, enjoy a post-meal stroll through Old Milford.

You don’t need to travel to Napa for a wine country experience; pack a picnic and enjoy fresh local wine and live music at Harmony Hill Vineyard. Open seasonally, the 70-acre vineyard in Bethel hosts specialty events throughout the year, including tastings held in its underground wine cave.

Walking, biking, or paddling the Little Miami Scenic Trail is sure to work up a hearty appetite, and luckily, there are lots of options to refuel along the trail.

In the heart of historic Old Milford, Little Miami Brewing Company is located just steps from its namesake river. In fact, during the summer you’ll often see paddlers dock their watercraft and head to the porch for a beer and bite. While best known for its brews (up to 16 on tap with an ever-rotating array of seasonal offerings), the brewery also boasts a bevy of casual noshes like nachos, pizza, and wraps.

With an enclosed patio and rooftop deck, Ramsey’s Trailside is a summertime favorite and Loveland institution known for delicious food and casual, family-friendly vibes. (The restaurant is open year-round, however, with seasonal hours during the fall and winter.) Park your bike at this trailside spot and order a Bavarian pretzel and drink while perusing the menu, which has, among all-American classics, several vegan options prepared in a designated vegan grill.

In Batavia just off the Little Miami River, Bean and Brew has all your culinary cravings covered, from coffee to cocktails, brunch to burgers. If your morning ride on the trail worked up a big appetite, the Loaded Mac and Cheese will make your rumbling tummy very happy.

Located literally steps away from the bike trail, The Miami Trailyard is known for its variety of delicious lunch and dinner options and family (and dog!) friendly atmosphere. Come for the food, stay for the views—The Miami Trailyard is an excellent spot for people watching.

In charming Williamsburg near East Fork and just off the Williamsburg to Batavia Hike/Bike Trail, Paradise East Brewery & Taproom is the local brewery’s newest location. Here you’ll find light noshes and delicious brews that prove “pub grub” is a totally legitimate (and tasty!) dining course.

Need to feed a crowd for a work function or family gathering? Clermont County has some fab options for feeding a crew.

Mt. Carmel Brewing Company is an adaptable locale in bucolic Mt. Carmel, offering some of the most spectacular year-round outdoor dining in the area. In addition to a 30-barrel brewhouse, the carriage house hosts a scratch kitchen open for lunch and dinner that also accommodates private events for up to 150 people.

A traditional Japanese restaurant in Milford, Tokugawa Steakhouse and Hibachi Grill is a fun option for large groups that offers an experience for foodies who enjoy the art of the craft—the teppanyaki show is a must! Tokugawa Steakhouse and Hibachi Grill can host events or cater parties, making this restaurant an easy winner when it comes to planning a big to-do.

In New Richmond, Ohio (site of the annual Cardboard Boat Regatta!), Casa DeLuna offers some of the best riverfront views of any restaurant in Clermont County or Cincinnati! You bet that for a large-scale outdoor event, this Mexican restaurant boasts beautiful outdoor seating, a full bar, and a live music stage sure to turn your next party into a true fiesta.