Chris K
HiFi is in its own league of bars in my mind, haven’t been to anything quite like it. Weekdays are often quiet but have great drink deals- think $3-4ea or $5-$7 cocktails. Weekends it comes alive and is packed, even after doubling their floor space with the downstairs open (Lofi). Unless you can’t stand a crowd, this is the best time to experience Hifi. Even then, it’s a good crowd and they have door security when they could probably do without it.
They do vinyl nights, comedy, trivia, have bumper pool, arcade, and an awesome digital board game table in this mini cove behind the band/mic area. Perfect for groups but also a great spot to solo. The table setup is ideal for dates too. Waitstaff is always super kind and efficient, you’ll never wait more than 2min at the bar even on the busiest nights. Wish I could speak to the food menu too but it looks solid. Overall a top Cincy bar for sure.
… moreTameko “Meko” B
Right off the cuff, this place has a great vibe! Love the vinyl records decorating the walls and ceiling. The ladies behind the bar are not just serving up AMAZING cocktails, they also spin the vinyl turntables. This place has an extensive list of delicious cocktails, shots, wines and spirits. Now on to the food. Let me preface this part by saying Makayla ABSOLUTELY made things right by us with our bill for our troubles. There were only two of us and we ordered four items. The beef empanadas came out after about 15 minutes which is a reasonable amount of time to wait… but 10-12 minutes later the wings came out… 14 minutes later what was supposed to be loaded tater tots, but were not came out… then 15 minutes later we asked to just cancel the sandwich order. That would have been the final item we ordered. Not quite one minute later Makayla came out with the sandwich and profusely apologized for the slow food service. My friend did take the pesto chicken panini and she said it was DELICIOUS. So overall we did enjoy the cocktails and the vibe.
… moreMihkel Aas
First time here.Upper floor is nice,little loungey vibe.
Downstairs was a cool find with a hint of EDM.Keep it up!!
… moreAlanna Maloney Astro-Tarot
I’m so excited that there’s a place in my new neighborhood that serves coffee worth drinking…I didn’t try anything else yet because I was there for a meeting.
Cool atmosphere and way above average bartender/barista. Great place for a big social event or meeting!
… moreA.Nicole P
Lovely establishment! We enjoyed dancing and looking away all the things inside! Pool tables available, pacman, records, basement area with neato table nooks with cushion benches. Great for a date or with friends!
… moreCharles K.
Good vibes all around. Comedy was a little dry during open mic, but I liked the atmosphere and the server was very kind.
… morenealy willy
This is definitely my kind of place: a cocktail bar for vinyl music lovers where everyone feels welcome. They have great live performances and not just on the weekends.
The bartender, manager and customers were all great and the drinks were delicious. There was a very talented band playing for Wednesday Night Jam. They also have nights for bingo, karaoke and open mic comedy.
… moreAndrew Ellinor
I’ve been in Cincinnati for two days and I know I won’t find a bar I love more. If I lived here, I’d come back at least once a week. Cheap happy hour drinks, plenty of games, great atmosphere, vinyl spinning good tunes. What more could you want?
The rating seems low due to a string of FOUR 1-star reviews from people who had a very drunk friend who passed out on a couch at the bar and then were mad that management rightfully deemed it appropriate to ensure everyone’s safety. So even though it’s currently rated a 4.3, this bar deserves to be at 4.5+
… moreTanner Borkum
Great bar in Mt Adams. Cocktails are a bit underwhelming but the atmosphere and vibe is great. Live music throughout the week and records play when there isn’t. Bumper pool and arcade games in the back room make this place.
… morenandy rewman
Came for the karaoke night and witnessed one of the bartenders belt out an emmy-worthy performance that damn near brought my entire group to tears. I hope she’s auditioning for anything and everything because that incredible talent needs to be shared with the world
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