Montgomery Inn Boathouse is one of The 15 Best Places with Off-Menu Items in Cincinnati.

1. Montgomery Inn Boathouse

8.6
925 Riverside Dr, Cincinnati, OH
BBQ Joint · Central Business District · 56 tips and reviews

Chris T.Chris Thompson: It's not on the menu, but try a side of coleslaw. A hint of horseradish makes it just a tad spicy. Delicious!

Amy H.Amy Hamilton: A vegetarian plate is available. It's not on the menu, but it's pretty good. It's pasta and veggies w/ maranara sauce. (sometimes vegetarians have to come here for work or family events)

Erik R.Erik Rowley: Fine dining with a beautiful view of the river. Go with the original ribs with Saratoga chips and mac n cheese. Duck is a house favorite here as well.

Bakersfield is one of The 15 Best Places with Off-Menu Items in Cincinnati.

2. Bakersfield

8.7
1213 Vine St (btwn W 12th & W 13th), Cincinnati, OH
Taco Restaurant · Over-The Rhine · 99 tips and reviews

Matt D.Matt D: Do yourself a favor and try the Carmenita. Half sangria, half margarita. Not on the menu, but worth the request!

Derek B.Derek Bauman: Anddd, ask for the mole taco. It's made with chicken and a light mole so it's not overwhelming chocolate. Off menu for now so u gotta ask!

Derek B.Derek Bauman: Ask for the Pollo Rojo tacos. New item, off menu for now. But they're the shiz

Eli's BBQ is one of The 15 Best Places with Off-Menu Items in Cincinnati.

3. Eli's BBQ

9.2
3313 Riverside Dr, Cincinnati, OH
BBQ Joint · East End · 91 tips and reviews

Auntrell S.Auntrell Snyder: It's cash only and bring lots of it because you will try to order everything off the menu because it's that wonderfully delicious.

John K.John K: Dry rub ribs are outstanding! Best I've had in quite a while. Pulled pork sandwich was great also! Tangy vinegar! Beans also good. Highly recommend!

Julie N.Julie Niesen: Easily the best BBQ in the city.

Symphony Hotel & Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places with Off-Menu Items in Cincinnati.

4. Symphony Hotel & Restaurant

8.0
210 W 14th St (Elm), Cincinnati, OH
Hotel · Over-The Rhine · 10 tips and reviews

Colleen I.Colleen Iles: Brunch on Sundays! They usually always have 2 off menu features like stuffed avocados for one, accompanied by live classical blues music! Carafes of great drinks offered from the morning bar.

John A.John Alexander: Great little B&B in the heart of OTR. Rooms are nice and clean, and the staff is very helpful and treat you like family. Highly recommended!

Cody B.Cody Blatt: Great Sunday Brunch, 9:30AM to 1:30PM on Sundays (tea bar, bottomless mimosas, the works!). They also host live music/wine tastings on Friday and Saturday evenings-- 5:30 to 10:00 PM

The Turf Club is one of The 15 Best Places with Off-Menu Items in Cincinnati.

5. The Turf Club

8.1
4618 Eastern Ave, Cincinnati, OH
Burger Joint · Linwood · 76 tips and reviews

ErinErin: Great burgerI ate the whole thing Grilled cheese for the kids not on the menu

beverly p.beverly phillips: best grilled shrimp with ginger wasbai and best bloody marys

Jannis B.Jannis B.: You must for everyone to try! Amazing food!

Condado Tacos is one of The 15 Best Places with Off-Menu Items in Cincinnati.

6. Condado Tacos

7.8
195 E Freedom Way, Cincinnati, OH
Taco Restaurant · Central Business District · 7 tips and reviews

Eager E.Eager Eater: Much better experience with taco quality than our first visit here. Order off the menu; don’t make your own. Service is still appallingly slow. 6/10.

Kelsey S.Kelsey Stidham: Love this place! Cheap and it’s build your own taco so you can’t go wrong. Chips and salsa are great and the cheese dip is even better !

GuilloGuillo: Get a beer and make your own taco...what else you need?

Dewey's Pizza is one of The 15 Best Places with Off-Menu Items in Cincinnati.

7. Dewey's Pizza

9.3
265 Hosea Ave (at Clifton Ave.), Cincinnati, OH
Pizzeria · Clifton · 23 tips and reviews

Jason S.Jason Shattuck: Try the Dr. Dre. It's not on the menu now but our waitress says it will be soon. Until then order it like you know the pizza secrets!

Michael T.Michael Tchou: Great pizza and great salads! The meatball and green lantern pizzas are amazing. Do half and half pizzas to get the best of both worlds

Britny S.Britny Sanders: Chewy crust. Try the X-Pepperoni, Ryan's Inferno, and Socrate's Revenge.

Boca is one of The 15 Best Places with Off-Menu Items in Cincinnati.

8. Boca

9.0
114 E 6th St, Cincinnati, OH
Restaurant · Central Business District · 33 tips and reviews

Michael T.Michael Tchou: Pommes souffle is awesome. It's not on the menu anymore but still can be ordered usually.

Whitney M.Whitney May: Be sure to get the pommes soufflés. They are the wildest potato presentation. So much fun!

Mieke S.Mieke Selling: Fantastic spot to be seen. Food and service are excellent!

Krueger's Tavern is one of The 15 Best Places with Off-Menu Items in Cincinnati.

9. Krueger's Tavern

8.1
1211 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH
Gastropub · Over-The Rhine · 21 tips and reviews

Taylor E.Taylor E: They're not on the menu yet, but ask about the burgers. Nom nom nom. 🍔

Michael T.Michael Tchou: The burger was phenomenal. Would highly recommend it with a side of the fries. Beer cheese dip and pesto jar were a great start to the meal

Andy G.Andy Guinigundo: House made sausage. Incredible sandwiches and salads.

China Gourmet is one of The 15 Best Places with Off-Menu Items in Cincinnati.

10. China Gourmet

7.5
3340 Erie Ave (btwn Tarpis & Marburg), Cincinnati, OH
Chinese Restaurant · Hyde Park · 12 tips and reviews

Jon B.Jon Brockman: One of the best Chinese restaurants in Cincinnati! Food is very fresh and authentic. You can order off menu items, ask them for a dish not on the menu and they will probably make it. Staff is awesome!

Brian D.Brian Deatley: Wish I knew how to say Baller in Chinese!

Dan S.Dan Sweet: Sean is the best server ask for him

Japp's Since 1879 is one of The 15 Best Places with Off-Menu Items in Cincinnati.

11. Japp's Since 1879

8.1
1134 Main St (at E 12th St), Cincinnati, OH
Cocktail Bar · Over-The Rhine · 34 tips and reviews

Alex M.Alex Montgomery: Molly is a fantastic mixologist. Ask her to make you something off the menu.

Pam S.Pam Sattler: Best new bar in OTR! The staff is awesome, the drinks are fresh and unique, and they have a super rare coffee set up! Try the horchata con cafe and the chinese garden.

Ilija F.Ilija Filipov: Best bar in Cincinnati!!! Hands down!!!! Bar tenders know their drinks like Fred Astaire knew his tap dancing!

Melt Revival is one of The 15 Best Places with Off-Menu Items in Cincinnati.

12. Melt Revival

8.5
4100 Hamilton Avenue (Blue Rock), Cincinnati, OH
Sandwich Spot · Northside · 54 tips and reviews

Natalie J.Natalie Jean: One of my favorite Cincinnati restaurants. Super disappointed that they took their roasted redskins and curry catsup off the menu, they were amazing. Try their buffalo Mac for a carb fix.

Doug R.Doug Ransom: Buffalo Mac & Cheese and pad tai wrap with chicken were both amazing! Good service and beer selection, too.

Julie T.Julie Tran: Get the Rosemary Potatoes with Curry Catsup

Sugar N' Spice is one of The 15 Best Places with Off-Menu Items in Cincinnati.

13. Sugar N' Spice

8.4
4381 Reading Rd, Cincinnati, OH
Breakfast Spot · 51 tips and reviews

Julia G.Julia Green: Best place ever! If you want something and its not on the menu they will make it for you :)

CheapismCheapism: The local go-to place for breakfast & lunch, open Sunday-Saturday 7am-3pm. The fun & friendly atmosphere plus great eats has kept people coming back for 70 years. Try the Whispy Thin Pancakes ($3+). Read more.

Joanne W.Joanne Westwood: wispy thin pancakes, huge fluffy omelettes and creative specials & Sandwiches

Highland Coffee House is one of The 15 Best Places with Off-Menu Items in Cincinnati.

14. Highland Coffee House

7.9
2839 Highland Ave (at University Ave.), Cincinnati, OH
Coffee Shop · Corryville · 26 tips and reviews

Nathan W.Nathan Woggon: Want ice cream AND some cookies? Order the Fuzzy Dave Special from Jay. Not on the menu. Delicious!

Trent G.Trent Gillaspie: What an awesome coffee shop! Packed late night, but great atmosphere to hang out, as well as get work done!

Amy B.Amy Beam: Say "Hi" to Jay

Via Vite is one of The 15 Best Places with Off-Menu Items in Cincinnati.

15. Via Vite

8.1
520 Vine St (on Fountain Square), Cincinnati, OH
Italian Restaurant · Central Business District · 53 tips and reviews

Marni K.Marni Kaner: Super service. I ordered off menu with no problems.

Brian H.Brian Harwell: The scallops appetizer, gnocchi entree, and panna cotta dessert were delicious!

Prashant L.Prashant Lad: Good ambience! Very slow in service. Portion size is small for the price.