Spending time in Westwood? Get to know this Cincinnati neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a Thai restaurant to a brunch spot.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Westwood, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.
1. Lin's Pad Thai
Topping the list is Thai-Chinese spot Lin's Pad Thai. Located at 6155 Glenway Ave., it's the highest rated business in the neighborhood, boasting 4.5 stars out of 87 reviews on Yelp.
Choose from a Thai menu of noodles and fried rice, vegetables curry, seafood and more. Enjoy the pad thai, made of stir-fried noodles with shrimp, egg bean sprouts, dry tofu and peanuts.
Or sample dishes like the Gai Pad Bai Ga Prow, made of spicy basil chicken with peppers, onions and chili paste. Lin's also has soups, salads, and appetizers such as spring rolls and dumplings.
2. Habesha
Ethiopian café Habesha is another top choice. Yelpers give the all-day restaurant located at 5070 Crookshank Road, 4.5 stars out of 70 reviews.
Habesha serves up options like the banatu, made of finely chopped beef that’s seasoned with herbed butter and mitmita (an Ethiopian seasoning mix) on top of a beef stew. Also, try the kito: minced meat that’s seasoned with herbed butter, mitmita spices and cheese.
3. West Side Brewing
West Side Brewing, a craft brewery open since May 2017, is another much-loved neighborhood go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 52 Yelp reviews. Head over to 3044 Harrison Ave. to see for yourself.
The taphouse has an extensive list of beers that range from specialty to seasonal flavors. Its two taprooms can also be reserved upon request. Sip on a core beer like its Common Ale, or go for something new, such as a Honey Blonde or Belgian Triple. View the entire beer menu here.
4. J & J Restaurant
Last but not least, check out J & J Restaurant, which has earned 4.5 stars out of 41 reviews on Yelp. You can find the all-day eatery at 6159 Glenway Ave.
The diner-inspired menu consists of breakfast plates like eggs, bacon and potatoes, pancakes and French toast. For lunch, indulge in a plate of chili cheese fries and a turkey and roast beef sandwich, with tomatoes, mayonnaise and onions.
