Want to stave off the chill with a hearty, rib-sticking meal?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top sources of comfort food in Cincinnati, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to satisfy your cravings.
1. The Eagle
Topping the list is The Eagle. Located at 1342 Vine St. in Over-The-Rhine, the traditional Southern restaurant is the most popular comfort food spot in Cincinnati, boasting 4.5 stars out of 1,634 reviews on Yelp.
2. Boomtown Biscuits And Whiskey
Next up is Pendleton's Boomtown Biscuits and Whiskey, situated at 1201 Broadway St. With 4.5 stars out of 280 reviews on Yelp, the traditional American whiskey bar, known for ribs and biscuits, has proven to be a local favorite.
3. Tom + Chee - Cincinnati
Central Business District's Tom + Chee - Cincinnati, located at 133 E. Court St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the spot to score decadent sandwiches four stars out of 226 reviews.
4. The Hitching Post
The Hitching Post, a traditional American all-day diner in the East End, is another go-to for its self-declared "World's Best Fried Chicken," with four stars out of 60 Yelp reviews. Head over to 4535 Kellogg Ave. to see for yourself.
5. C&M BBQ Grill
Over in Pleasant Ridge, check out C&M BBQ Grill, which has earned four stars out of 44 reviews on Yelp. You can find the Caribbean-style barbecue joint, which serves plenty of hearty sides, at 6457 Kennedy Drive.
