Jeff Mathews
Jeff Ruby’s Steakhouse Needs to Trim the Fat
The flagship location of our beef baron’s empire needs a little of its magic back.
Salazar’s New Republic
Cutting-edge flavor meets traditional technique—good luck nabbing a table at Salazar.
Dutch’s: The Little Beer Dock That Could
The artisan meats and cheeses behind the counter also anchor the menu, and the wine selection is impressive yet affordable. Sit at the bar, communal table, or on the patio—and hit up the beer dock on your way out.
Try This: The Eagle
The Eagle, OTR’s hipster-happy fried chicken emporium, delivers big for your buck.
Nuvo at Greenup
Mark Bodenstein gets all nouveau in Northern Kentucky with his reincarnation of Nuvo.
The Palace
A deft young hand in the kitchen brings new direction and vitality to a fine-dining institution.
Jo An Japanese
If you’re willing to wait, Jo An’s traditional Japanese cuisine still hits the sweet spot.