Longfellow

Longfellow is a low-key Cincinnati cocktail bar and café located at 1233 Clay Street in the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood's southwest corner at Thirteenth and Clay. The venue features expertly crafted cocktails, rock-solid beer and wine selections, and old-world-inspired food reflecting owner Mike Stankovich's Southern and Italian heritage. The striking green horseshoe-shaped bar is flanked by brick walls, creating an intimate setting complemented by notable dishes including egg salad sandwiches, scrap sandwiches, charcuterie hot dogs, and late-night pierogi. Open Wednesday through Friday 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. and Saturday-Sunday 2 p.m. to 2 a.m., Longfellow exemplifies Cincinnati's emerging cocktail culture through its thoughtful drinks, locally-influenced menu, and community-focused atmosphere. The bar balances sophistication with approachability in the heart of the city's revitalized Over-the-Rhine district.