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Xavier Athletics launches Muskie Lager, Court Street Kitchen makes Yelp’s best restaurants list, Allyn’s Café closes permanently this weekend, and more.
Xavier Athletics Launches Muskie Lager
College basketball season is around the corner and Xavier University’s Athletics Department is partnering with Cincinnati Beverage Company to launch Muskie Lager. The 4.9% ABV beer marks the return of the Burger Beer brand, which was a regional powerhouse on the brewery scene after Prohibition. The new brew will be available at the Cintas Center starting at the men’s exhibition basketball game against Murray State University on October 18 as well as at select bars and restaurants around town. A portion of all retail sales of the beer will support Xavier student-athletes through the school’s All For One Fund.
Kealoha’s Kitchen Closed Last Week
Last Friday, Val and Amy Abafo, the owners of Kealoha Kitchen, announced on Instagram that the restaurant would close for good. “After five years of sharing food, culture, and aloha with our community, we have made the very difficult decision to close our doors,” the message read. “This journey has been filled with laughter, music, full plates, and countless memories that we will cherish forever.”
Cooper’s Hawk Opens in Green Township
Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants opened its newest location in Green Township earlier this week. The restaurant, located at 6194 Harrison Avenue, is the third in Greater Cincinnati and the eighth in Ohio. Popular dishes include soy ginger Atlantic salmon, gnocchi Carbonara, and a trio of filet medallions. The opening coincides with the Illinois–based chain celebrating its 20th anniversary this month.
Court Street Kitchen Makes Yelp’s Best Restaurants List
Court Street Kitchen was recently named to Yelp’s “Best New Restaurants 2025” list. Coming in at number eight, CSK was praised for its Branzino with tapenade and Italian arancini, among other dishes. “The eclectic New American cuisine here is as varied as it is acclaimed,” the writeup says. “Executive Head Chef Nott Khonsue’s background in Japanese flavor profiles creates a winning mix at this lively spot.”
Allyn’s Café Closing Permanently This Weekend
Less than a year after taking over Allyn’s Café in Columbia-Tusculum from its longtime owner, Sam Dobrozsi is calling it quits, citing time constraints. The café, which was in business for nearly 34 years, is closing permanently on Sunday, October 19. “It has been an honor and a pleasure to serve the community of Columbia Tusculum for 34 years,” the restaurant posted on Instagram. “Thanks so much for the decades of love, Cincinnati!”
Capponi Wine Dinner at Nicola’s
Nicola’s Ristorante is hosting an intimate five-course dinner at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 21, to celebrate the wines of Villa Calcinaia and Count Capponi. With a menu crafted by Chef/Owner Cristian Pietoso, the dinner will highlight the “most seasonal and best of Tuscan cuisine.” Dishes include ribollita Toscana, ravioli, and Pappardelle braised lamb ragout. The cost is $180 person.
Wawa to Open Fifth Location
Wawa continues to roll out stores in the tri-state with the opening of the Pennsylvania-based convenience store chain’s fifth location, its first in Hamilton County. The new store is set to open at 370 Glensprings Drive in Springdale on Friday, November 7. The celebration will feature a ribbon-cutting ceremony and the announcement of several community partnerships. The chain plans to open eight to 10 other locations in the state by the end of the year. Over the next five to eight years, Wawa plans to build and open six to 10 stores per year in the state.
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