Joe Schutzman is a Newport firefighter who loves Northern Kentucky’s culture, sense of place – and beer. Find Joe’s previous columns and more on NKY dining here. I’d like to start this article by talking a little bit about my restaurant industry experience and my culinary pedigree, so to speak. If I were to write you […]
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Our readers chose their favorites in NKYÂ dining
Northern Kentucky has never met a meal it couldn’t make memorable. From down-home diners and hole-in-the-wall burger joints to fine dining destinations and craft cocktail bars that could hold their own in any city, the NKY food and drink scene is as diverse as the people who love it. Whether you’re chasing the perfect plate […]
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‘Traveler’s Table’ to replace Grassroots & Vine in Fort Thomas
Fort Thomas’ Grassroots & Vine is being replaced with a new dining experience. Taste Food and Wine Group announced plans to introduce a new restaurant concept this August. Traveler’s Table will replace Grassroots & Vine at 1011 S. Fort Thomas Ave. in Fort Thomas. The new restaurant represents the next chapter for restaurateurs Lauren and […]
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Up There hopes to bring new life to iconic Covington rooftop
What you need to know With pristine views of the Cincinnati skyline, this Covington bar is revitalizing one of the city’s most enticing commercial rooftops. Perched atop the landmark Republic Bank Building at 535 Madison Ave. in the heart of Covington’s Central Business District, Up There promises to bring an elevated experience to the city’s […]
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New Covington Skyline sets opening date
The new location of Skyline Chili located on the corner of 5th Street and Philadelphia Street in Covington will open its doors on Monday at 10:30 a.m., according to a social media announcement from the restaurant. The restaurant also has another older location on 3rd Street and Philadelphia Street, but that location will close for […]
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How 859 Taproom became a Northern Kentucky favorite
You’re reading part of our 2026 LINK nky Readers’ Choice Awards. Explore the full guide, including winners for food & drink, shopping, services and more here. It was always Jeff and Mandy Kaplan’s dream to own a restaurant. Now they do, less than three miles from where they live. Jeff and Mandy met 30 years ago when he was working […]
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Beloved Covington deli to close after landlord declines to renew lease
After 15 years of business, the family-owned-and-operated Gutierrez Deli in Covington will close for good. In a Facebook post, the owners announced that they will be vacating their storefront at 1131 Lee Street on July 1 because their landlord has opted not to renew their lease. “This store has been so much more than a […]
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By Golly’s, The Works locations in Northern Kentucky permanently close
What you need to know All By Golly’s and The Works Pizza locations in Northern Kentucky are now permanently closed. Lance Sizemore, CEO of Epic Eeats, a Cincinnati-based restaurant group, confirmed to LINK nky that the company shuttered four of its Northern Kentucky-based restaurants on May 18. As of now, Sizemore said there are no […]
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Where to find The Peach Truck in NKY this summer
The Peach Truck tour is a favorite part of summer for peach fans, and the Nashville-based operation will again be making its way to the Greater Cincinnati area this summer. Owners Stephen and Jessica Rose will be bringing farm-fresh Georgia peaches to stops across the United States. “The Peach Truck is more than just peaches; […]
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NKY activities by the hour: quick trips to weekend getaways
It’s almost summer. The sun stays up later and later, the kids will soon have nothing to do, and the outdoor weather is calling you to do something other than stay home. Whether you’ve got bored kids or the nice weather is simply motivating you to get out there and do something fun, figuring out […]