Arnold's Bar and Grill – American
Steeped in history and humming with a timeless energy, this storied tavern invites guests to settle into its warm, weathered corners for a feast of elevated comfort classics. The air is rich with the aroma of roasted garlic and golden deep-fried pretzels, while vibrant plates of Mexican street cauliflower and lemon chickpea kale salads bring a fresh, modern flair to the rustic table. Whether sharing a decadent bowl of Cincy poutine or savoring crispy wings, every bite captures the soulful essence of a neighborhood haunt where history and hospitality collide.
210 East 8th Street, Cincinnati OH 45202 http://arnoldsbarandgrill.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, glp1, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Tuesday - Wednesday
- 11:00 AM - 1:00 AM
- Thursday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 2:30 AM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its fair pricing and reliable value, guests highlight the convenience of this spot for a quick and satisfying bite. Diners praise the approachable atmosphere and consistent quality of the meals, noting that the straightforward menu provides a solid experience for those seeking a casual and efficient dining option.
Menu
Appetizers
- Meatballs - $14: Arnold's meatballs, red sauce, basil, Romano, baguette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Brussels - $13: Fried Brussels sprouts, citrus juice, harissa aioli Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Juice-Cleanse Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mexican Street Cauli - $15: Fried cauliflower with parmesan, sour cream, mayo, cilantro, jalapeño, and Mexican spices Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Deep Fried Pretzel - $12: Servatii pretzel deep fried, served with beer cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Garlic Bulb - $14: Whole roasted garlic head, creamy cilantro herb sauce, chili oil, pickled shallot, pita Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cincy Poutine - $16.5: Grippo-seasoned fries, goetta gravy, shredded cheddar, green onion, fried goetta crumbles, sunny-side-up egg Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Chicken Wings - $15: 8 big juicy wings with rotating sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wings and Fries - $10.5: Five Arnold’s brined and dry rubbed wings with a side of fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Lemon Chickpea Kale Caesar - $13: Kale, romaine, roasted chickpeas, lemon Caesar, Parmesan Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cobb Salad - $15: Mixed greens, romaine, avocado, bacon bits, hard boiled egg, tomatoes, banana peppers, blue cheese, miso honey mustard vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Harvest Salad - $15: Mixed greens, pears, apples, mandarin oranges, beets, sweet potatoes, red onion, goat cheese, candied walnuts, balsamic Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- TAB Salad - $15: House roasted turkey, bacon, avocado, ranch, mixed greens, chilled fettuccine Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Salad - $9: Mixed greens with choice of Ranch, Bleu Cheese, or Balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup and Salad Combo - $10.5: Choice of soup plus choice of small tossed, small Cobb, small Harvest or small Kale Caesar salad Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Truffle Brie Chicken - $28: Panko herb-crusted chicken, wild mushroom risotto, truffle brie sauce, asparagus Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GLP-1, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Short Rib and Grits - $29: Wine-braised short ribs, creamy pimento cheese grits, cajun demi-glace, crispy okra salad Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon - $25: Pan-seared salmon, warm Mediterranean kale, wheatberry and white bean salad, sautéed veggies and hummus Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Acorn Squash - $18: Roasted acorn squash stuffed with kale, seasonal vegetables, and Henry’s Betta Vegan Goetta, rice pilaf, apple gravy, spiced squash seeds Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Arnold’s Burger - $16.5: Avril Bleh beef, pickle, sautéed onion, double American cheese, house burger sauce, toasted bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yo Mama Burger - $18.5: Avril Bleh beef, goetta, hashbrown, sunny-side-up egg, chipotle aioli, American cheese, toasted bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Sean Evans Burger - $17.5: Avril Bleh beef, ghost pepper cheese, habanero, jalapeño, Hot One aioli, Grippos, toasted bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Last Don Burger - $17.5: Avril Bleh beef, poblano pepper jam, Monterey Jack cheese, bacon, crispy onion straws Available at: dinner, lunch
- Figgie Smalls Burger - $18.5: Avril Bleh beef, fig jam, goat cheese, bacon, balsamic, pickled pear, arugula, onion Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Burger - $16.5: House-made veg and bean patty, mixed greens, avocado, chipotle aioli Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Green BLT - $16.5: Crispy bacon, fried green tomatoes, mixed greens, pimento cheese aioli, toasted bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Randi - $16.5: Marbled rye, roasted garlic brown mustard aioli, cheddar, turkey, red onion, arugula, cranberry jalapeño chutney Available at: dinner, lunch
- Short Rib Grilled Cheese - $16.5: Sourdough, chipotle aioli, cheddar cheese, short rib, pickled red onion Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Spaghetti and Meatballs - $21: Arnold’s famous meatballs with red sauce and shredded Romano Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Greek Spaghetti - $22: Olives, bacon, garlic, butter, olive oil, parmesan cheese, pasta Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Greek Deluxe - $22: Green pepper, onion, mushroom, tomatoes, bacon, olives, garlic, butter, olive oil, parmesan cheese, pasta Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetarian Cincy Chili - $16: Vegetarian version of Cincinnati chili. Available 1, 2, 3, or 4 way Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- French Fries - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brussels Sprouts - $5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Asparagus - $5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Risotto - $5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheddar Grits - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Potato Salad - $4 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tomato Basil Soup (Bowl) - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup of the Day (Bowl) - $8 Dietary tags: Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
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