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Just found out that the wife is taking me to Cincinnati next Saturday for my birthday to attend a Reds game and cross another ballpark off our list (Wrigley is in August...I've been there, she hasn't).

My question to those of you in the know about the Nasti is, where should I eat??? We will be leaving the Cleveland area around 10 which will get us in Cincitucky around 2 which will give us 2 hours before game time to look around, purchase a Reds hat and get some food. First person who says "Skyline" gets a virtual punch in the face.

Also, is there anything else in town that should cause us to leave at 9 instead of 10 to give us 3 hours before game time??? Very excited as I've heard the ballpark is gorgeous!

I like Rockbottom. Good Beers and good food. Just a few blocks up the street from the stadium.
Another option is to head over to KY, and park at Newport on the Levy. Go to Hoffbrau house and get you fill of German food and beer. Everything is brewed on site with a really nice outdoor area. You can then walk across the bridge to Cincy and over to the game.

I rarely eat outside of the Park when I go, but I'd recommend.......

Montgomery Inn - Boathouse location. Just "down the street" from the ballpark.
We love Montgomery Inn.

I have heard great things about the Rookwood - located in the old Rookwood factory. (Located in Mt. Adams)

After the game.... head up to Mt. Adams (that's the hill east of downtown.... and visit the Blind Lemon. Mt. Adams is the hip and happening place.



Otherwise I would prefer you Clevelander's stay away from Skyline..... you're total undeserving to know or experience Nirvana. Same goes with Graeter's.

Lots of cool places to eat in Mt. Adams-one place in particular on a big curve. Its been a couple things over the years so I'm not sure of the name anymore but its got a great view of the city. I love Mt. Adams.

VDub, since you already said Skyline, I will just go out and say it. Skyline is da bomb. I cannot remember the name of it, but there is a great bbq restaurant within walking distance of the stadium. I cannot remember the name of it. Honestly I think it has something to do with Pete Rose, but I really enjoyed it the last time I went down there. Maybe someone else knows what restaurant I am talking about.

gmartin wrote:VDub, since you already said Skyline, I will just go out and say it. Skyline is da bomb. I cannot remember the name of it, but there is a great bbq restaurant within walking distance of the stadium. I cannot remember the name of it. Honestly I think it has something to do with Pete Rose, but I really enjoyed it the last time I went down there. Maybe someone else knows what restaurant I am talking about.

Montgomery Inn @ the Boathouse..... Mentioned above. Could be walked or park between the two. Everything is on the River.
http://www.montgomeryinn.com/boathouse- ... nn-map.php

Get funnel fries at the game, great stuff

Lots of restuarants on the river over in Kentucky - Don Pablos, Joe's Crab Shack, Hooters, and plenty of options at the already mentioned Newport on the Leeve

I'll second the Hofbrau House in Newport and Jungle Jim's is also interesting at least one time. I don't know if Burbank's is good anymore but it was tasty about 15 years ago.

If you enjoy looking at structures at all you can walk between Newport and Cinci on the Roebling Suspension bridge and it gives you nice view of the riverfront.

The new Banks project has just opened up, directly next to the stadium. If you're looking for a huge beer selection and good bar food, try, The Holy Grail. http://tinyurl.com/6jlax4d

Fountain Square has a ton of restaurants and bars, if you don't mind a 15 minute walk.

@Pete--Burbanks is no longer in business.

VDub26Falcon wrote:Just found out that the wife is taking me to Cincinnati next Saturday for my birthday to attend a Reds game

Well? - How was it? Did you enjoy some Skyline Chili?

The trip to CinciTucky was great! We went over the river as soon as we got down there and parked in a lot that was in front of Hofbrauhaus. We then proceeded to get lunch and a giant beer at the Hofbrauhaus and I was almost tempted into buying the mug.

After eating, we walked over the pedestrian bridge and over to the ballpark. Once we got into the ballpark, we went straight for the Team Shop, on that I thought was the main team shop but found out later that I was wrong. I got a hat, as I do at every park I visit, with Mr. Redlegs on it. I was disappointed that I couldn't find a hat with the Olde English "C" circa 1869 but Mr. Redlegs more than made up for that.

Guess who was on hand to throw out the first pitch! Brutus Buckeye! Many on here will be happy to know that about half of the 40,000+ in attendence booed the Columbus Nut. When will OSU learn that Cinci is NOT part of Buckeye Nation?

After taking a walk around the concourse, we headed up to our seats. Upper Deck, 1st base side, pretty much even with the bag and waaaaay up there. The view was absolutely great and, better yet, the sun was at our backs and we were shaded the entire game. Watching the gambling boats on the river was very cool and the views during the game were great. Cinci won, in a walk, beating Atlanta 11-2 I believe was the final.

We walked around the park for a few innings and I found the official team shop, next to the Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame. That team shop was gorgeous! The giant World Series trophy replica was very cool. On the concourse, there were a couple of mosaics. One of the Big Red Machine and one of the original team from 1869.

Once the game ended, we high-tailed it home. If not for some monsoon like rain, I would've made the trip back in just over 3 hours. I was driving quite fast. All in all it was a great trip and a beautiful ballpark. I love the river behind it. It's great. Off to Wrigley next week!

I was not able to resist the allure of buying the Hofbrauhaus mug. A few months ago, a beer specialty shop was selling Paulaner mugs of the same size & style, so I got one for my wife too. Since we both have German heritage it only seemed fitting.

Glad you enjoyed your time at GABP. I personally haven't been in many MLB parks, and am admittedly a huge Reds fan, but I have a hard time imagining enjoying a ballpark much more than that one. If you go again, I'd recommend taking the time to go in and check out the Reds Hall of Fame. It's a really cool museum, a fact I'd wager holds true for Reds fans and non-Reds fans alike.

I've only been to the old Riverfront (saw Hank Aaron hit a home run), GABP (been to two games.... headed down in 2 weeks for my third), Cleveland Municipal Stadium (early 90's), AT & T Park (S.F. Giants in 2008), and Fenway (2007). I took Sam to two games at Fenway for his 16th birthday.

Fenway is hands down the best stadium and location with AT & T a VERY close second. I would think Wrigley will be just as cool as Fenway.

I look forward to hearing about your trip to Wrigley. You need to go to Billy Goats for a Cheeeeeseborger (downtown - under the Wrigley Building. Look for the stairs in the sidewalk with a sign to Billy Goats) We like Edwardo's pizza

Cincy is a great city. In urban terms, its far better than Columbus or Cleveland. The hills and the river keep it compact. There are lots of great little neighbors. Great architecture, quality museums, and Cincy actually knows how to win the World Series.

Tech83 wrote:I've only been to the old Riverfront (saw Hank Aaron hit a home run), GABP (been to two games.... headed down in 2 weeks for my third), Cleveland Municipal Stadium (early 90's), AT & T Park (S.F. Giants in 2008), and Fenway (2007). I took Sam to two games at Fenway for his 16th birthday.

Fenway is hands down the best stadium and location with AT & T a VERY close second. I would think Wrigley will be just as cool as Fenway.

I look forward to hearing about your trip to Wrigley. You need to go to Billy Goats for a Cheeeeeseborger (downtown - under the Wrigley Building. Look for the stairs in the sidewalk with a sign to Billy Goats) We like Edwardo's pizza

Cincy is a great city. In urban terms, its far better than Columbus or Cleveland. The hills and the river keep it compact. There are lots of great little neighbors. Great architecture, quality museums, and Cincy actually knows how to win the World Series.

That's a little disingenuous seeing as the Reds haven't contended for a world championship in over 20 years.

Tech83 wrote:There are lots of great little neighbors.

So you got something against little people,dude? I mean why point out that they're "little"? Don't see you commenting on the great "big" neighbors do I? Its always the little guy that gets singled out. Well, maybe a couple of the boys stop by your house and bite your ankle, then see what you got to say about "little neighbors".