Running Trails

www.runningspot.com/cinci_routes.php
We recommend O’Bryonville-Hyde Park-Oakley-Mt. Lookout and Newport-Covington & Downtown Cincinnati courses as they are closest to the downtown hotels and The Living Room.

Visit the Zoo!

www.cincinnatizoo.org
The Cincinnati Zoo was recently rated the #1 attraction locally and one of the top zoos in the nation by Zagat Survey.  It was recognized by Parents Magazine as #7 on the “Top 10 Best Zoos for Kids.” Over one million people visit the Zoo’s award-winning exhibits, and more than 500 animal and 3,000 plant species annually. A tennis shoe must! The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden sits among the hills of Clifton.

Go Reds!

• Rookwood Commons www.shoprookwood.com This center is just 5 minutes from The Living Room and it is super easy to get out of your car and visit classic retailers like Gap, The Nordstrom Rack, TJ Maxx, Banana Republic, DSW, Black & White Market, etc.
• Kenwood Towne Centre www.kenwoodtownecentre.com This is shopping at it’s finest!  Lacoste, Nordstrom, Macy’s, William Sonoma, and many of your favorite chain restaurants like The Cheesecake Factory and Maggiano’s can be found just 10 minutes north on I-71 from The Living Room.

BrewRiver GastroPub

The Living Room‘s absolute favorite! Chef Michael Shields, was the Living Room‘s Chef in 2011 and left to pursue his restaurant dream. The BrewRiver GastroPub’s vision combines regional chef-inspired cooking with handpicked top-notch local ingredients and a fine dining experience with a casual and informal pub atmosphere. A Cincinnati must!! www.brewrivergastropub.com

Arnold’s

Cincinnati’s oldest Tavern serves delicious Italian food on a fantastic year round patio and on most nights, you can find local musical talent here as well. www.arnoldsbarandgrill.com

Montgomery Inn

A Cincinnati treasure, be sure to have the ribs or bbq chicken and Saratoga chips of course smothered in their signature bbq sauce! www.montgomeryinn.com

Honey

Local treasure in the up and coming community of Northside, Honey’s gourmet dishes made with mostly local ingredients are amazing and are served in an unpretentious atmosphere.  Be sure to try the honey fries!   www.honeynorthside.com

Boca

Just 3 minutes from The Living Room this is gourmet at its finest!  Make sure to get your reservations weeks in advance! www.bocacincinnati.com

Nada

Owned by the same folks who own Boca, delicious Mexican in downtown Cincinnati.  Again, make sure to get your reservations weeks in advance!  Guacamole and specialty drinks are to die for! www.eatdrinknada.com/main.html

Tellers

In quaint Hyde Park Square this unique restaurant used to be a bank.  You can dine in the vault if you’d like!  Be sure to try their brie flatbread with roasted garlic and apple-cranberry chutney.  This restaurant has great outdoor dining. www.tellersofhydepark.com