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Mellotone Beer Project

Mellotone Beer Project

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Mellotone Beer Project

Housed in a beautifully renovated historic church, Mellotone Beer Project creates a stylish yet relaxed date night destination in Cincinnati's Over-The-Rhine. Couples can enjoy craft brews alongside elevated pub fare like perfectly executed smash burgers and swordfish. The stunning multi-level space combines architectural grandeur with Scandinavian-inspired warmth.

Food quality
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8.70
Service
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8.40
Ambience
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9.20
Value for money
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7.80
Accessibility & Amenities
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8.60
8.57
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Our weighted 10-point scoring system for the best date night dining prioritizes culinary innovation, service excellence, and overall ambience.

We consider factors like ingredient quality, menu creativity, and dining experience sophistication. Our assessment combines expert critiques, diner feedback, and firsthand evaluations.
Scores above 9.00 denote the highest quality, signifying the best date night dining experiences.

Public Review Sentiment

108
Google reviews
Mellotone Beer Project receives high praise for its excellent beer selection, particularly their stout and hazy IPAs. Guests consistently compliment the inviting atmosphere of the renovated church building and quality food offerings like the popular smash burger. Some reviews mention service inconsistencies and a few concerns about portion sizes relative to pricing.
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Best Times to Visit

Mellotone Beer Project

For the ultimate date night experience, visit Mellotone on Saturday evenings to enjoy the vibrant atmosphere or opt for a Tuesday-Thursday dinner for a more intimate setting with the same exceptional food and beer offerings.
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Buzzing
Saturday 6PM - 7PM
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Relaxed
Sunday 11AM - 2PM
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Category
Bars and Lounges
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Cuisine
Brewpub
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Dishes
Pork Belly
Swordfish
Mac & Cheese
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Price
$20-30
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Features
Craft Cocktails
Historic Charm
Locally Owned
Trendy/Modern
Reservations Recommended
Seasonal Menus
Lunch Specials
Eco-Friendly Practices
Group Dining
Signature Drinks
Locally Sourced Ingredients
Wheelchair Accessible
Casual Dining
Local Brews
Outdoor Seating
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Mellotone Beer Project
Opening hours
Monday
Closed
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Closed
Tuesday
11:00 AM
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10:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM
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10:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM
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10:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM
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12:00 AM
Saturday
11:00 AM
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12:00 AM
Sunday
11:00 AM
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10:00 PM

How to get there

By Car

Mellotone Beer Project is conveniently located in the Over-The-Rhine neighborhood at 1429 Race St. From downtown Cincinnati, head north on Race Street for about half a mile. The brewpub is situated in a historic church building that's easy to spot. Street parking is available nearby, both free and paid, along with paid parking lots in the vicinity.

By Public Transit

Several Cincinnati Metro bus routes serve the OTR area with stops within walking distance of Mellotone. The Cincinnati Streetcar also has stops nearby, making it convenient to reach from downtown hotels and attractions.

By Rideshare

Uber and Lyft services are readily available throughout Cincinnati. Simply set your destination to "Mellotone Beer Project" or use the address 1429 Race St, Cincinnati, OH 45202.

Location

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