16 Best Hole-In-The-Wall Restaurants In Cincinnati - Tasting Table

"Every city has its somewhat hidden spots - those lesser-known places often frequented by locals. Of course, when it comes to Cincinnati, Ohio, it's not just the meals that are impressive, but the sheer variety of above-average cuisines and scenery that make this city's food scene stand out. There's a truly diverse combination of culinary options in the city, including a number of worthwhile hole-in-the-wall restaurants."

"Although it's takeout-only at the time of publication, St Francis Apizza is still the best pizza in Cincinnati. It was started in 2020 by a man who sold pizzas out of a wine bar, and now features a location in Hyde Park around the corner from the Cincinnati Observatory. It sources all of its ingredients from the Midwest (except for its tomatoes and wheat, which are sourced from California and Utah, respectively), and makes its dough by hand before fermenting it."

Cincinnati features a diverse combination of above-average cuisines and scenic settings that support a thriving hole-in-the-wall restaurant scene. Many smaller, out-of-the-way establishments have built dedicated followings by serving great-tasting, high-quality food. These spots often lack the polish or price of nicer restaurants but offer distinct features absent from chains. St Francis Apizza operates as a takeout-only pizzeria that began in 2020 and now has a Hyde Park location near the Cincinnati Observatory. It sources most ingredients from the Midwest, except tomatoes and wheat from California and Utah, and hand-makes dough that is fermented to create a crispy, flavorful crust.

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