Mellotone Beer Project – American
Mellotone Beer Project hums with a creative, rhythmic energy, offering a polished yet soulful space where the art of craft brewing meets a sophisticated menu of elevated small plates. The kitchen balances hearty indulgence with seasonal brightness, pairing salt-dusted jumbo pretzels and succulent pork belly skewers with delicate squash croquettes and creamy burrata adorned with roasted grapes. It is a vibrant neighborhood destination where the clink of glasses and the aroma of seared ahi tuna create a sophisticated backdrop for shared stories and exceptional flavors.
1429 Race Street, Cincinnati OH 45202 https://mellotonebeer.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, 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, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Mellotone Beer Project
Dairy-Free at Mellotone Beer Project
Mellotone Beer Project in Cincinnati has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Giardiniera Dog, Danger Dog and Lemon Orzo Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Mellotone Beer Project
Mellotone Beer Project in Cincinnati has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Giardiniera Dog, Danger Dog and Stewed Greens. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Mellotone Beer Project
Mellotone Beer Project in Cincinnati has 18 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Caprese Cucumbers, Lemon Orzo Soup and Mac & Cheese. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Mellotone Beer Project
Mellotone Beer Project in Cincinnati has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Grilled Swordfish. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Mellotone Beer Project
Mellotone Beer Project in Cincinnati has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Danger Dog. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Mellotone Beer Project
Mellotone Beer Project in Cincinnati has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Danger Dog. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Mellotone Beer Project
Mellotone Beer Project in Cincinnati has 10 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lemon Orzo Soup, Market Greens and Stewed Greens. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Mellotone Beer Project
Mellotone Beer Project in Cincinnati has 24 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Caprese Cucumbers, Lemon Orzo Soup and Mac & Cheese. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Mellotone Beer Project
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Double Smashburger | 91.6 g | 35.1 g |
| Cowboy Burger | 33.7 g | 25.4 g |
| Spaghetti Squash | 10.5 g | 21.9 g |
| Ugo Gelato (1 Scoop) | 14.8 g | 20.8 g |
| Ugo Gelato (3 Scoops) | 14.8 g | 20.8 g |
| Caprese Cucumbers | 45.8 g | 16.9 g |
| Champlain Stunner Hazy IPA | 69.5 g | 15.7 g |
| Pork Belly Skewers | 12.9 g | 14.9 g |
| Grilled Swordfish | 10.6 g | 14.6 g |
| Giardiniera Dog | 22.2 g | 13.6 g |
| Coconut Grits | 85.5 g | 13.6 g |
| Market Greens | 10.2 g | 10.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Tuesday - Thursday
- 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM
What diners are saying
Guests appreciate the casual and unpretentious atmosphere, highlighting it as a reliable spot for a straightforward meal. Celebrated for its low-key environment, reviewers find the experience to be an acceptable choice for
Menu
Starters
- Jumbo Pretzel - $9: Tuba Baking Co. pretzel, house beer cheese, mustard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Belly Skewers - $14: Glazed & Roasted Berkshire Pork, Shishito Peppers, Apple-Leek Gastrique Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Squash Croquettes - $10: Whipped Urban Stead Farmhouse Cheese, Fresno Pepper Jam Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrata & Roasted Grapes - $15: Blue Oven Sourdough, Hot Honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Charcuterie Plate - $19: Urban Stead Camembert & Street Ched, Point Reyes Toma, Smoking Goose Coppa & Sopressata, fresno jam, guindilla peppers Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seared Ahi Tuna Plate - $15: Maple soy glaze, cabbage slaw, avocado wasabi mayo Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lemon Orzo Soup - $10: Carrot, celery, fennel, basil oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Market Greens - $10: Arcadian Mix, Veggies, Green Goddess, Croutons Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caprese Cucumbers - $10: Mozzarella pearls, cherry tomatoes, golden balsamic, basil, evoo Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Strawberries & Spinach - $16: Fresh strawberry & rhubarb, candied walnuts, Urban Stead Quark, rhubarb balsamic viniagrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Handhelds
- Double Smashburger - $12: Avril Bleh Patties, American, Au Poivre Mayo, Pickle, Onion Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Giardiniera Dog - $12: Avril Bleh All Beef dog, house giardiniera, lemon herb aioli, celery seed Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cowboy Burger - $16: 1/2 pound grass fed bison patty, house bbq, cheddar, crispy shallots, pickled jalapeno Available at: dinner, lunch
- Danger Dog - $12: Bacon Wrapped Avril Bleh Dogs, Peppers & Onions, Ancho-Lime Mayo Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Chicken Sandwich - $15: Urban Stead pimento cheese, Pop's Pepper Patch Habargardil Pickles, Fresno chile, hot honey Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Jerk Chicken - $24: Confit Leg & Thigh, Coconut grits, stewed greens Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti Squash - $23: Brown Butter, Lemon, Hazelnut, Pecorino, Crispy Kale Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gnocchi Primavera - $24: Urban Stead Quark gnocchi, spring vegetables, pale ale cream sauce, preserved lemon, basil oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Swordfish - $29: Eggplant Puree, Fregola Sarda, Salsa Rustica Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- House Fries - $6: Chipotle mayo Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mac & Cheese - $9: Gruyere, Fontina, White Cheddar, Pecorino, Rye Breadcrumbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stewed Greens - $8: Kale, Collards Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Coconut Grits - $8: Yellow cornmeal, shredded coconut, coconut milk Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Toasted Fregola Salad - $9: Tomato, Lemon, Capers Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Olive Oil Citrus Cake - $10: Orange & Lemon Curd, Bee Pollen, Honey Whipped Cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Ugo Gelato (1 Scoop) - $4: Amarena Cherry Yogurt, Pistachio Gelato, or Pomegranate Sorbetto Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Ugo Gelato (3 Scoops) - $10: Amarena Cherry Yogurt, Pistachio Gelato, or Pomegranate Sorbetto Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
Beverages
- Mellotone Gold Munich-Style Helles Lager: Pilsner malt; hopped with X-14. 5% ABV Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Standard Time German-Style Kolsch: Pilsner malt, wheat; hopped with X-14. 5% ABV Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Unlimited Devotion West Coast Pilsner: Pilsner malt; hopped with elani and cashmere. 5.8% ABV Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Something Tropical Passion Fruit Gose: 2-row, Wheat; passion fruit, lemon peel, himalayan pink salt. 4.7% ABV Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal
- Grove American Pale Ale: 2-row, caramalt, malted oats; hopped with Simcoe, Comet, and Cascade. 5.2% ABV Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Golden Hour West Coast IPA: Pilsner malt, Premium English Caramalt; hopped with Citra, Mosaic, El Dorado, and Cascade. 7% ABV Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Champlain Stunner Hazy IPA: 2-row, pilsner malt; double dry hopped with El Dorado, Citra, mosaic, and simcoe. 7.2% ABV Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Cholesterol
- Friend of Mine ESB: Heirloom British malts, Dark Crystal malt, Chocolate malt; hopped with Cascade. 5.4% ABV Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions about Mellotone Beer Project
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- This budget-friendly ($) restaurant offers a casual, unpretentious atmosphere with family-friendly menu items like burgers, hot dogs, and jumbo pretzels.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- The menu features vegan Market Greens, keto and low-carb Charcuterie or Caprese Cucumbers, and gluten-free Jerk Chicken and House Fries.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This budget-friendly American spot is rated 3.0/5, offering a casual, unpretentious atmosphere with a diverse menu of elevated small plates.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The menu accommodates diverse diets with high-protein, keto, gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options like gnocchi primavera, charcuterie, and market greens.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- Mellotone Beer Project is a budget-friendly ($) American restaurant offering an affordable dining experience with a variety of elevated small plates.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout menu items include jumbo pretzels, pork belly skewers, squash croquettes, burrata with roasted grapes, and the double smashburger.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- This budget-friendly ($) restaurant is considered an acceptable choice for a straightforward meal, though it holds an average 3.0/5 rating.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Guests appreciate the casual, unpretentious, and low-key atmosphere, finding it a reliable and acceptable choice for a straightforward meal.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking a budget-friendly, casual American spot with a low-key atmosphere and extensive dietary options like keto and gluten-free.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- This budget-friendly spot offers a casual, unpretentious atmosphere and low-key environment, though its 3.0/5 rating suggests a more straightforward experience.
- Is Mellotone Beer Project dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Mellotone Beer Project has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Giardiniera Dog, Danger Dog and Lemon Orzo Soup.
- What can I eat at Mellotone Beer Project on a dairy-free diet?
- Giardiniera Dog, Danger Dog and Lemon Orzo Soup carry the dairy-free tag, out of 8 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Mellotone Beer Project have vegan options?
- Yes. 10 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Lemon Orzo Soup and Market Greens.
- Is Mellotone Beer Project gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Mellotone Beer Project?
- Double Smashburger, at roughly 35.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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