It’s one of the best times of the year for sports fans, and that means it’s time to make your plans around the NBA Finals, which begin on May 30.
As patrons head into Cincinnati bars to watch the NBA Playoffs, average daily revenue at local pubs is $569 on days when games are played, a 2.23% increase compared to an average day, according to an analysis of transactions at 3,500 local bars by Womply, a provider of CRM and marketing software for small businesses. That sales increase is driven by a 3.45% increase in transaction volume and a 1.34% decrease in purchase price.
At local restaurants in Cincinnati, average daily revenue is $1,066 during the NBA Playoffs on days when games are played, a 5.86% increase over a typical day, according to an analysis of transactions at 42,000 local eateries by Womply. That sales increase is driven by a 5.2% increase in transaction volume and a 0.61% increase in purchase price.
To help you snag the best stool in town, Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top options for sports bars, using both Yelp data and our own methodology.
1. Higher Gravity
Topping the list is Higher Gravity. Located at 4106 Hamilton Ave. in Northside, the beer bar, wine bar and sports bar is the highest-rated sports bar in Cincinnati, boasting five stars out of 55 reviews on Yelp.
2. O'Bryon's Bar & Grill
Next up is Evanston's O'Bryon's Bar & Grill, situated at 1998 Madison Road. With four stars out of 106 reviews on Yelp, the sports bar, which offers burgers, chicken wings and more, has proven to be a local favorite.
3. Corner Bistro
Central Business District's Corner Bistro, located at 307 Sycamore St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the sushi bar, sports bar and Asian fusion spot 4.5 stars out of 25 reviews.
4. Kitty's Sports Grill
Kitty's Sports Grill, a sports bar and traditional American spot in Central Business District, is another much-loved go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 85 Yelp reviews. Head over to 218 W. 3rd St. to see for yourself.
5. Rhinehaus
Over in Over-The-Rhine, check out Rhinehaus, which has earned four stars out of 82 reviews on Yelp. You can find the sports bar and beer bar at 119 E. 12th St.
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