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Name: Buckhead Mountain Grill
Address: 35 Fairfield Ave, Bellevue, KY, 41073
Telephone: (859) 491-7333
Price range: Under $11
Rating: 3.24

Buckhead Mountain Grill

35 Fairfield Ave, Bellevue, KY, 41073

(859) 491-7333
Store is closed

Buckhead Mountain Grill Menu

Buck-Starters

Tweet’s Signature Dips

Buckhead Wings

Fried Green Tomatoes

Cheese Boulders

Tater Skins

Buckhead Sampler

Nacho Mountain

Clear Greek Quesadilla

Homemade Beer Cheese and Pretzel Bread
Soups & Chili

Soup of the Day

Homemade Loaded Potato Soup

Buffalo Chili

Soup and Salad Combo
Garden Greens

Buckhead House Salad

Spinach Salad

Cheyenne Chicken Salad

Colorado Cobb Salad

Tequila-Lime Chicken Salad

Blackened Chicken Caesar Salad

Big Horn Steak & Blue Salad

Palisade Thai Salad

Caesar Salad

Pagosa Springs Salad

Durango Chicken Salad
Mountain Top Classics

Kentucky Hot Brown

Montana Meat Loaf

Manhattan Roast Beef

Whitefish Dinner

Chicken Penne Pasta

Big Fork Burrito

Fireside Fajitas

Grilled Salmon

Wyoming-Style Pot Pie

Montana Meatloaf

Veggie Combo

Chili Mac

Buffalo Chicken Mac
Mountain Cut Steaks Ribs & Chops

Big-Buck Sirloin

Bourbon Butter Ribeye

New York Strip

Cowboy Ribeye

8 Ounce Filet Mignon

Center Cut Pork Chop

Slab O’ Ribs

Steak and Ribs
Colossal Chicken Dinners

Chicken Tenders

Chicken Fried Chicken

Buffalo Chicken

Colossal Chicken Melt

Chipotle Chicken Skillet

Chicken Santa Fe

Mushroom Jack Chicken
Big Buck Burgers

Denali Double Cheeseburger

Hungry Bear Cheeseburger

Fire on the Mountain Burger

Mushroom Jack Burger

Catskill Buffalo Burger

Turkey Burger

BBQ & Blue Burger

Pork Burger with Applewood Smoked Bacon
Hearty Sides Green Beans

Green Beans

Creamed Spinach

Lima Beans

Vegetable Medley

Steam Broccoli

Corn

Blue Cheese Cole Slaw

Baked Apples

Macaroni & Cheese

French Fries

Seasoned Chips

Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes

Baked Potato

Mashed Sweet Potato
Tweet’s Sandwich Favorites

Fried Whitefish Sandwich

Chicken Salad Sandwich

Mushroom Jack Grill

Greystone Tuna Grill

Grilled Portabella Sandwich

Kentucky BLT Sliders

Durango Wrap

Buffalo Chicken Salad

Classic Club Sandwich

Pork Tenderloin Sandwich

Buffalo Chicken Wrap

Buck’s Sandwich Combo
Tweet’s Treats

Chocolate Chip

Cheesecake

Pike’s Peak Pie

Hot Cobbler

Grand Teton Chunky Brownie

Carrot Cake
Cool Drinks

Fountain Drinks Teas & Coffee (Free Refills)

Bottled Beverages (No Refills)
Buck’s Craft Beers

Craft/Import

Beer Sampler

Local Wednesday

Healthy Meal suggestions for Buckhead Mountain Grill

Buck-Starters

Tweet’s Signature Dips [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Buckhead Wings [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fried Green Tomatoes [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cheese Boulders [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tater Skins [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Buckhead Sampler [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Nacho Mountain [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Clear Greek Quesadilla [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Homemade Beer Cheese and Pretzel Bread [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Soups & Chili

Soup of the Day [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Homemade Loaded Potato Soup [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Buffalo Chili [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Soup and Salad Combo [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Garden Greens

Buckhead House Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Spinach Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cheyenne Chicken Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Colorado Cobb Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tequila-Lime Chicken Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Blackened Chicken Caesar Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Big Horn Steak & Blue Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Palisade Thai Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Caesar Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pagosa Springs Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Durango Chicken Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Mountain Top Classics

Kentucky Hot Brown [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Montana Meat Loaf [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Manhattan Roast Beef [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Whitefish Dinner [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Penne Pasta [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Big Fork Burrito [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fireside Fajitas [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Salmon [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Wyoming-Style Pot Pie [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Montana Meatloaf [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Veggie Combo [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chili Mac [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Buffalo Chicken Mac [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Mountain Cut Steaks Ribs & Chops

Big-Buck Sirloin [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bourbon Butter Ribeye [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

New York Strip [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cowboy Ribeye [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

8 Ounce Filet Mignon [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Center Cut Pork Chop [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Slab O’ Ribs [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Steak and Ribs [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Colossal Chicken Dinners

Chicken Tenders [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Fried Chicken [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Buffalo Chicken [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Colossal Chicken Melt [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chipotle Chicken Skillet [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Santa Fe [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mushroom Jack Chicken [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Big Buck Burgers

Denali Double Cheeseburger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Hungry Bear Cheeseburger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fire on the Mountain Burger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mushroom Jack Burger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Catskill Buffalo Burger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Turkey Burger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

BBQ & Blue Burger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pork Burger with Applewood Smoked Bacon [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Hearty Sides Green Beans

Green Beans [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Creamed Spinach [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Lima Beans [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Vegetable Medley [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Steam Broccoli [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Corn [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Blue Cheese Cole Slaw [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Baked Apples [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Macaroni & Cheese [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

French Fries [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Seasoned Chips [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Baked Potato [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mashed Sweet Potato [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Tweet’s Sandwich Favorites

Fried Whitefish Sandwich [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Salad Sandwich [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mushroom Jack Grill [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Greystone Tuna Grill [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Portabella Sandwich [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Kentucky BLT Sliders [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Durango Wrap [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Buffalo Chicken Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Classic Club Sandwich [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pork Tenderloin Sandwich [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Buffalo Chicken Wrap [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Buck’s Sandwich Combo [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Tweet’s Treats

Chocolate Chip [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cheesecake [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pike’s Peak Pie [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Hot Cobbler [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grand Teton Chunky Brownie [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Carrot Cake [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Cool Drinks

Fountain Drinks Teas & Coffee (Free Refills) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bottled Beverages (No Refills) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Buck’s Craft Beers

Craft/Import [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Beer Sampler [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Local Wednesday [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

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Subway ( 45 Fairfield Ave )

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Arby’s ( 34 Donnermeyer Dr )

Subway ( 45 Fairfield Ave )

Write An Anonymous Review

Erika S.

I can't think of any recent experiences that I have had that I was quite so underwhelmed. Coming from out of town, we brought our 93 year old grandmother here for a birthday dinner, per her request. Buckhead has treated us right on many other occasions, but I think it's riding high on it's glory days and capitalizing on the view. Our server was fine. He chewed gum while taking our order and forgot to bring a salad that was ordered. Other than that, he wasn't rude and brought us our food in an acceptable amount of time. For the most part, he was completely forgettable. The food was meh at best. We had 5 people at the table and no one loved their meal. I ordered a sampler of sides. (Salad, baked potato, green beans & apples) The salad was a cheap mix of ingredients from Sysco, swimming in bacon and a sea of crumbled egg. My baked potato was greasy and salty. (Can someone tell me how you make a greasy baked potato??) The green beans were the best thing that I had, but they were mushy. My apples tasted that they had come from a can and had been warmed back up in some gelatinous goo. I wasn't the only one with issues with my meal, but you know there is something wrong when a 13 year old doesn't touch his macaroni and cheese because it isn't good. For what you spend on a meal here, but you can do much better else where. This maybe a great place to grab a beer on a warm summer night on the deck overlooking the river, but that's about it. There are too many other great restaurants in Cincinnati to spend so much money to only have a meh experience. Do yourself a favor. Find something better. You deserve it!
(2)
Evan W.

Service was great, waitress quickly brought us our drinks. My girlfriend got the fajitas which were very similar to what you'd get at a don Pablo's or other restaurant. I got the Texas roast/mashed potatoes and green beans. It was delicious. Gravy was very good and all ingredients were fresh. It was gone in less than 5 minutes. Then I helped finish the fajitas. Price was $27ish for both entrees and view was amazing outside. Right over the Ohio river with a view of the downtown skyline.
(4)
Mark F.

The view is five stars the service is usually five stars and the food is good but the beer is better. A great value especially being so close to downtown. Oh and free parking.
(5)
Sarah C.

I wanted to like Buckhead. I heard good things and the view of the river impeccable. However, I was so disappointed. I ordered a cocktail at my table after hearing there was a happy hour; bad decision, the happy hour only applied to drinks ordered at the bar. My 12oz cocktail was served in a solo cup and cost more than my boyfriend's 32oz draft beer. I wouldn't have been as upset if the prices had been listed on the drink menu, but alas, no such luck. The meal continued to disappoint. I ordered a steak medium, and it was delivered medium well. The food took so long to arrive that I decided to forgo reordering it. The Mac n cheese was also overcooked. Seriously, it was like cold noodles and cheese crumbles. The server was nice but young and seemed confused about what to do when I drew attention to the problems. So. Long review short: save your time and money.
(1)
Susan P.

On our Memorial Day weekend getaway to Kentucky, my husband and I had the pleasure of having a wonderful lunch at Buckhead's. It was a beautiful day, so we were able to sit on the patio overlooking the river. Our server, Gene, was friendly and attentive, and the food was delicious. We really enjoyed this restaurant and will be back on our next trip!
(5)
Ben P.

Buckhead has great food and excellent customer service. I did notice that they revised their menu and slimmed it down a lot. I like the ski lodge ambiance of BMG and the view on the river is excellent. My wife and I did agree that the prices at BMG are a little on the high end for what you get. In the end we were happy with our visit to the mountain grill and we will return.
(3)
Chase R.

Good traditional, American casual sit down restaurant. The menu will have something for every type of eater. They start you off with rolls and cinnamon butter, yum in the tum! The portions are big, which in my book makes this place good for the money. The bar has a decent amount of beer choices, plus they have speciality drinks depending on the season. Service is excellent. It seems like they all work together as a team to make the service experience good. Not quite five stars, but I still recommend this place.
(4)
Keith C.

I had ordered carry-out from Buckhead before, but I had yet to dine in the restaurant until a couple weeks ago. We went on a week night thinking we wouldn't experience a wait - we were wrong. Buckhead is evidently a very popular place and we had a 30 minute wait for a table for two adults and two children on a Tuesday night at 7:30PM. The restaurant itself is gorgeous - it's on / overlooks the Ohio River, has an expansive patio, and has a lodge type of feel on the interior that really differentiates themselves from most other establishments in the area. We really liked the ambiance after a long hard day... On the night my wife and I went in, we weren't in the mood for going too crazy on the menu, so we ordered an appetizer, entrÃ©e salad, and an entrÃ©e - we split all of it. We were fairly happy with all of our selections, however, the salad that we ordered seemed very pricey for what we actually received. It tasted good, we just felt they made a fortune on that particular dish. Our service was also wonderful. Not that it wasn't painfully obvious, but she immediately recognized that we had kids and we felt like she altered her normal waitress strategy to tailor to our needs. In other words, she knew that we could be in a bit of a hurry in the event the kids starting raising hell. On that note, our waitress was frequently at our table often to check on us and to keep the flow of the evening moving along. She even dropped the check off early knowing we might want to multi task (eat and settle the bill).
(4)
Sarah F.

The main reason for eating here, as far as I'm concerned, is the giant deck overlooking the Ohio river. We had lunch here recently with our 2 year old and it worked out pretty well. They have a better than average kids' menu and our son liked his cheese ravioli a lot. I went for the Tequila Lime Chicken Salad (green salad with Mexican touches and grilled chicken), which was hearty and fresh; slightly under-dressed but flavorful overall. Hubby had the Buffalo Chicken Sandwich and was a fan. They have a pretty good draft beer selection as well, with several local and seasonal options. Solid, if not original, food, great deck on the river, and family friendly: we'll be back.
(4)
Lauren D.

We went here for the first time a few weeks ago on a Saturday night around 630-7 o'clock and we were expecting to have a wait but we walked right in and sat down which was nice. The service we received was very good, they checked in on us a lot which was nice. They gave us complimentary bread and butter which was good, nothing fantastic. I got there chicken salad sandwich with a side of broccoli, the broccoli tasted like it was frozen and way over salted. The chicken salad was okay it really didn't have much seasoning I had to add pepper to it . I wouldn't recommend it. Jon got a normal bacon cheeseburger he said it was good. Overall the experience was good and the food was decent. If i ever find myself in the area again I would go back but I'd get something different.
(3)
Edward C.

Incredible view and neat ambiance. Food was good, but service (except at the bar) was lackluster. However, the bar staff were great the hostess seemed to be very blunt and cold, the waitress was nice but very disorganized. Kind of a mixed experience.
(3)
NoneYa B.

Food is mediocre at best and way over priced. Service is horrible every time I go there with one exception a while back when I sat at the bar. I ordered chicken strips and when I took a bite I tasted fish very strongly. I hate fish. I let my server know and asked if I could have some made in a fryer that wasn't used for fish. After lying to me and telling me they weren't cooked in the same fryer she reluctantly took my plate to the back. About 15 minutes later my new strips came back out. I told the orrson who brought the strips out that my whole plate was taken and I needed new sides too. All that person said was I will tell your server. Another 10 minutes went by before my server came back with my sides. I asked for a to go box because everyone else was finished eating a long time ago. She gave me the box and the check and seemed angry when my friend told her we needed seperate checks. Never once did the manager get off her ass to even pretend that she cared how bad my experience was. I asked my server what her name was and she said Angela. ( I remember the name because its the same as my friends who was with me) I will not give this place another chance. I have been there maybe 5 times total and never once left happy. Twice I left there without major complaint, but the other times were just plain awful. Such a shame because the location is amazing.
(2)
Steven K.

We have eaten here multiple times and again on 6/2/15, and I just now am getting around to reviewing This restaurant. Large bar and dining area. Casual and comfortable. Service was really good (thanks, Shannon!). Menu is varied with burgers, steaks, pasta and fish entrees. Steaks are above average and a good value. Boulder Bites and fried green tomatoes are really good apps. No room for dessert, so I cannot comment on that. Good view if you are near the windows or on the deck.
(4)
Sarah A.

Nothing to write home about. It was extremely busy but our waiter was good. The food was decent even though it took forever to receive. I ordered a steak cooked medium. It came out medium well. I still ate it and it was still good. (Definitely not in the top ten.) The mac and cheese was bomb. I just.. Can't make myself say that it was exceptional. Maybe it's because they were so busy. By the way, I hope you're ok with kids because this seems to be the dinner destination for families with small children. I'll probably give them another chance, eventually.
(3)
Linds B.

Good food especially for a chain. Awesome atmosphere with the outdoor seating option. Live music was also a huge Plus! My toddler gobbled the chicken tenders which appeared to be hand breaded... Not to mention very succulent. I had the roast beef and it did not disappoint. Colleague enjoyed the hot brown and as a Louisville native (where the hot brown originated) it was decent. Temperatures could have been hotter. Delicious margaritas as well.
(4)
Mallory T.

Management here is seriously lacking, along with any motivation from staff. As soon as we walked in 4+ people were standing at the hostess stand along with a manager, why are there so many people standing around?? After we go seated outside (which is the only pro for this place) our waiter , Matt, introduced himself and then proceeded to say how he didn't want to be at work, I understand it's a holiday but at the same time you pick the job that you work so deal with it. From that point on everything went down hill, so unprofessional to introduce yourself to a table that way. Everything here has to be frozen besides the salads, frozen wings, frozen meat etc. save yourself some time and money and go somewhere else!
(1)
Gigi F.

Food used to be great but now it's just so- so. The freshly baked chocolate chip cookies with giant chips were cold with tiny chips. When I asked, I was told they are baked very early, once a day. Tasted like canned green beans as a side dish. Rolls were cold but good, and slaw was great as always!
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Amanda T.

This was a great place for dinner! I had the caesar salad with blackened chicken and it was delicious for a salad, not too much dressing. The atmosphere is what I would go back for. There was a live band playing outside and it is right on the water. It has a beautiful view of Cincinnati and it is near the Reds stadium. The staff was very polite and checked on us often to see if we needed anything. There is a huge parking lot, so that is not an issue. It was pretty busy for a Thursday night, and I can understand why. Would definitely go back!
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steve s.

I love the outside deck during the summer but I am not a streak eater so this is overrated to me. The salads are average, the chayenne salad with 911 sauce is hot but not to hot. The views of cincinnat are the best part of this place.
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Brian P.

It has a great view and was close to the hotel... Food is average but decent and family priced. Staff works hard and service was good but a bit rushed as they push them hard. It's a tourist trap but a good family choice if looking for lots of choices
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Dan C.

I went there for their wing special and a couple of beers and was told that they were out of wings.... at 6:15. Disappointing after a 23 mile drive. I had a Cobb salad that was below average and had to wait for a server to bring a setup for 3 minutes. Not the kind of experience that makes you want to return ..,
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Todd G.

Love the outside deck to eat on. Food is good and good service. A nice family place to sine outside!
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Heather M.

Bad experience there. Not sure if I will ever go back. My family and I went here on a Saturday evening. It was very busy which we understood. After about 45min of waiting, we were seated and they took our drinks. After 15 minutes, half of our drinks came. Once everyone got their drinks, we ordered our food. 20 minutes in the waitress finally coming back to tell us they were swamped and will check on the food. There was a guy who was the main person serving the food. Ha! he was a "funny" guy. I know everyone has done this where a person comes out of the kitchen with a tray of food and when you see something on it that looks like your order it, you follow him like a mother hawk watching its chicks. And you have that smile on your face thinking "woo hoo! I'm about to eat!" Well that "funny" guy smiled at us and passed us to give the food to the right table. Ugh!! that hurt!! ha ha but quite funny in a way. He did apologize but that still stung. Finally, we got out food but the orders were wrong. My nephew got a bacon cheeseburger and got a crappy, wimpy cheeseburger. My Brother in law got the messy bacon double cheeseburger and got the same as my nephew. My Sister only got half her order and it was burnt and over-cooked. yea... I will not come back.
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Amy E.

The view of the river is fabulous, and the prices for a restaurant with this view is very affordable. However, the food was just okay. Nothing on the menu really appealed to me. The bread with cinnamon butter was delicious. Decent selection of beer, and service was pretty good. I probably wouldn't choose to go back, but if someone else wants to go I would be fine with it.
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Marilynn A.

Went there on a baseball game night, so hey free fireworks. Out with the girls. Don't remember much about the food except that service was slow. Waitress was nice. The drinks knocked our socks off ---which I guess is why I don't remember much else. lol
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Nina S.

Only good for the view. Suburban basic eatery stuck in the city. Wasted space in my opinion. Bad steak, overpriced drinks, service needs to greatly improve as well.
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Coleen P.

I absolutely love the location and atmosphere at Buckhead Mountain Grill! I came here with a group of friends on a nice 75-degree Sunday for brunch. For those worried about the wait, do not fret. My group of 6 was seated within 15 minutes on a table out in the patio! I ordered a "Buckhead favorite," the Denali Double Cheeseburger ($7.99). Other plates on our table included the Hungry Bear Cheeseburger ($8.49), Buffalo Chicken Dinner ($11.99), and the Mushroom Jack Chicken Dinner ($11.99). My double cheeseburger was just okay, tasted like a generic cheeseburger I could have ordered at any other restaurant. My favorite was the buffalo chicken. The best side to order is the creamed spinach! In all I was not super impressed by the food. I wouldn't say that they offer especially uniquely flavored dishes that would separate them from other restaurants, but their food was tasty. The mushroom jack chicken, however came out to us undercooked and had to be sent back to the kitchen. This added another 20 minute wait time to our brunch. Other than that, the experience was pleasant.
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Alex N.

Only reason they are getting two stars is because of the awesome view of the Cincinnati skyline. That's about all the positive things I have to say about Buckhead. I use to go here everyone once in awhile and be satisfied with the meal and service but the last two times was horrendous. The food took over 45 minutes to come out when we had only a party of four. I can understand if they were busy but they were not. On the outside patio there was our table and two others. When it did come out finally the meals were incorrect the burgers were asked to be cooked "well-done" but all came out medium. We asked for fries but instead received chips. The previous time before that on a semi busy Sunday afternoon once of the people at our table received uncooked pork. The waiter agreed and was even shocked that it came out like that.
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Erin F.

With an over 250 person capacity, and waiting lines to prove it, this restaurant is sure to please. Call ahead seating secured our party of 3 adults, 1 toddler and 1 infant with a river view booth within 10 minutes of our arrival. The 2 person service did not disappoint, and the food was excellent. I look forward to eating here again next time I'm in town. I had the salmon with a sweet potato, my sister had the chicken pot pie and brother in law had open faced pot roast sandwich that reminded him of his grandmas. This place must be run by top notch managers to be able to serve a full restaurant of happy guests. Well done Buckheads.
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Kathy M.

We visited Buckhead Mountain Grill for the first time in 4 years. What a surprise how things have changed! The portions were small and for the price you pay it is not worth the money. There are too many other restaurants that are better for the price point in the Cincinnati area. The service was good. The view is good but if you are looking for a good meal, I would try somewhere else.
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Dana J.

Took my dad out last week it was his first time here we had a awesome time food was amazing and we got a table with a great view of the river! I love the Mountain like atmosphere and the ROLLS!
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Anjelica N.

Word of mouth traffic would suggest that Buckhead isn't a huge player in the arena of Cincinnati good eats which is okay with me...considering I know that this place has some of the best eats in town. For all of you non-Buckhead lovers, let me tell you what you're missing. Firstly, there are the cheese boulders also known as deep-fried balls of piping hot ooey-gooey super cheesy cheese... with marinara sauce for dipping. You haven't tasted euphoria until you've had these. I promise. But it doesn't stop there. There's the hearty chicken pot pie which comes with but flakey crust. It's home-style cooking done right. There's also the delicious steak salad which gives you more steak than greens (not gonna not!) with a balsamic vinaigrette. And of course, the bison burger which isn't too game-y. And yes, I've tried all these dishes. It's not like me to eat various things at the same restaurant but Buckhead has such an array of deliciously, affordable eats. Not to mention, there's an outside deck that overlooks the Ohio River! My suggestion is to check out this place for Sunday brunch on a nice day. You won't regret it!
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Emilia L.

BF mentioned he frequented Buckhead Mountain Grill in college and said the cheese boulders were awesome. I can now confirm that. I also really enjoyed the honey rolls and cinnamon butter. I got the meatloaf with mac & cheese and steamed broccoli as my sides. The food came out in good time and our server, Kyle, did a fantastic job. However... I just didn't like my food. The meatloaf fell apart easily and the tomato sauce on top was really tangy for me. The mac & cheese was awful. I'm sorry. It was probably the worst I've ever had, and that includes the boxed Kraft mac & cheese. The noodles were overcooked to the point of mushiness, and the cheese sauce was reminiscent of watery Velveeta. I had to send it back. I got the blue cheese coleslaw in its place and that was fine. Just coleslaw with bits of blue cheese in it. A combo I would have never thought of, but it paired well with the meatloaf. They have pretty views of the Ohio River, though.
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Kathleen K.

I've eaten dinner here quite a few times, but last night was the first time I had eaten here for the WEBN Labor Day Fireworks.. Let me start off by saying that I will definitely go that route again next year. It's so convenient for the parking, having a clean bathroom, and a table and chairs to watch the show. We paid $90 a piece for our outdoor table. This included appetizers, dinner buffet, and dessert. You honestly cannot beat the view not just for the fireworks, but anytime. The two people waiting on us were very friendly considering they were working in the heat on a holiday, but they were really really slow. Here's why I decided to write a review now: the food was terrible. This is probably the first time I've been to Buckhead and not had a burger. Last nights buffet was ribs, mahi mahi, Grandma's Chicken, green beans, shrimp fettuchini alfredo, mac and cheese, and fruit salad. Honestly, all I could eat was the mac and cheese, and even that was pretty gross. The ribs were inedible and chewy, the shrimp alfredo was dried out, and the green beans looked like they came from a can. Craig had the Grandma's chicken, and it was so salty he couldn't finish it. Listen, the view from the patio is awesome, and that's what I'll keep going for, but I won't be eating anything other then a burger from here on out.
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Jordan S.

I have been here quite a few times and they produce good food. I am in love with the Cheyenne chicken salad with hot sauce. It is something nice and different with a spicy salad. Its a big portion also. I have also had the buffalo chicken and am very happy with that too. The brunch is a little pricy but very good. Turns out I like their chicken pot pie, and I normal don't like chicken pot pie. Never would have know it if it wasn't for the brunch. They also have an app that gives you $3 off right away, then $10 back every $100.
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Keith F.

This place seems to be made for the elderly. It's was very warm and dimly lit and the food was very dry and the staff didn't seem to know what was going on. For the price it was definitely not worth the trip.
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Shannon S.

Went here on a busy Sunday afternoon. It was one of the first nice weekends of the year. They were pretty busy after the Heart Mini downtown. As I checked in, I said party of 3 and would like to so outside if possible (not a necessity). The hostess quoted 40 min wait. As we watched party after party seated in front of us I realized we were likely waiting longer for outdoor seating, which I understood. After an hour of waiting, I approached the hostess to figure out why we were twenty minutes over our quoted time. Before I got through my question, the hostess cut me off and scolded me that I had been told that they DO NOT quote times for outdoor seating. I was actually not told this and did not exclusively request outdoor seating. As I was standing up there, I did hear her say this to other patrons. However they didn't say it to me 60 min earlier. I then requested to be seated at the next available table, inside or outside, which they accommodated quickly. The food was fine, but nothing spectacular. We had ribs and steaks. The waitress was nice enough. However, the hostess' poor attitude has assured we won't be returning. I understand that you are busy, but don't scold your customer for politely asking a question. However, she was yelling at the other girls for not seating the guests quickly enough for her taste as she yelled out party and table numbers, so I'm guessing this is nothing new. Thanks, but no thanks.
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Katie V.

Beyond delicious!!! My boyfriend & I ordered the queso & spinach queso app, he said the queso wasn't anything to ride home about, but the spinach dip was amazing. I ordered the meatloaf & it was amazing. There's onion & celery chunks, but they're soft & the taste of the meatloaf was killer. Green beans were also delicious with a loaded baked potato. Yum! My boyfriend got the open roast beef & he ate it right up. It comes on open bread, smothered with gravy with mashed potatoes in the center. He got Mac n cheese which was good as well. Over all I'd come back any time & order the meatloaf, I really just can't get over how good it was. Went at 2pm on a Saturday & the service was prompt & thorough as Well from our waiter. The view of the river is fantastic as well. I recommend this place to anyone in the area that have no idea where to go!
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Randy W.

Eaten on the deck a few times, and inside by the nice massive windows. The scenery and interior is just fantastic. The food is top and these folks seem to take pride in their jobs ,service, food, and decor. Mild wing appetizer, and the special of the day the chicken mole with load baked potato. The food was perfect, my waiter was extremely nice to me and my 5 year old.
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John B.

Enjoyed dining on the patio and had the Santa Rosa Chicken Salad. The peanut sauce was a great compliment to the chicken and other salad goodies. The breeze off the river can help keep ya cool on a hot summer night. The only negative thing you might experience is that liquids can drop through the metal grate tables. Our server accidentally poured a bit of water on my leg. No big deal... Side note, the stuffed buffalo head near the bathrooms can make for some silly group photos.
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Mike M.

Great Cobb salad and outstanding service... Friendly and attentive to our gluten free needs.... Glad that we stopped here!
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Arick S.

Buckhead is A-OK. The menu leaves much to be desired but the drink selection is fine. But like everyone else, we go here for the view obviously.
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Rose B.

It's fucking hot in here. We've been waiting for 30 minutes and there has been no movement for anyone waiting. The bathrooms are disgusting and it is no lie 83 degrees in the lobby.
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Mike B.

Nice hot bread/rolls with honey butter; had the bison burger and it wasn't bad; nice service; this one rating though is a soft four since it wasn't poor enough for a 3
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Alex S.

I would have never known Buckhead existed if someone didn't bring it up to me - and I travel through Bellevue all the time. It's tucked away, right near the river. You can see it from the main road, but only if you know it's there. Otherwise, you'll keep driving by again and again, which is a shame because it's a pretty good spot. It's monstrously big. You walk in and you think you're setting it all in a giant one room in front of you - not at all. The waitress took me back where there was even more space to sit. And I'm glad she did, because the view is amazing. This is a hunting lodge themed eatery - wood walls everywhere, fake buffalo heads on the wall, and so on. Somehow though, it doesn't feel tacky. I think that's because of the insane view of the river. Giant windows look out onto the Ohio and it's gorgeous. It actually made me stop and go, "whoa." If you can sit back here, do it. Even though I didn't drink that day (it was like noon), the beer selection was solid. I could have come back here later on another day and been very happy to just try what they had. The food was? Meh. I got the meatloaf which wasn't anything special - however, the side of fried green tomatoes were pretty stellar. And they brought giant warm rolls to start off with what I think was honey butter - that was great. And our waiter was awesome. Attentive, friendly, made good suggestions, always there if we needed anything. A+ to that. Buckhead is a small chain (although this is the only one close to us) and it kind of feels that way - a restaurant trying hard to feel like a comfortable place to get a bite to eat and drink. A place where you won't be served anything crazy but you'll know the food and the service will be decent. That's just how it felt.
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Kevin B.

Definitely has an amazing view of Cincinnati. Me and my girlfriend went last night and really enjoyed food. We got the appetizer sampler and the cheese boulders were by far the best, I also had the New York Strip with a loaded baked potato and a Caesar Salad. The steak was cooked perfectly (medium rare) and the baked potato was incredible. I am not sure if its possible but I would avoid the salad if you can. It seems soggy and the lettuce was not that great, the dressing and croutons were very good though. All in all I will be back to enjoy another steak and some cheese boulders.
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Andi S.

Came here on a beautiful Friday night with my boyfriend and his 6 year old. We asked to be seated outside, and they said it would be a short wait. Lies. 50 minutes later, we were finally seated outside, and we saw several open tables. Our waitress was very friendly and accommodating. And the view of the Cincinnati skyline was awesome. The only good aspects of our experience at Buckheads. The food was pretty horrible. I ordered the special (crab stuffed grouper), but I later found out they were out. So I got the chicken penne pasta with Alfredo sauce and a side of mixed veggies. The pasta was gross. Mushy, bland, and cold. The chicken was okay. And the veggies were overseasoned. The meal tasted as if I ordered a cheap frozen meal. My boyfriend ordered the salmon, which he said was okay. His son ordered chicken fingers and macaroni and cheese. He wouldn't eat the Mac, which says a lot. Believe it or not, I am not one to openly complain about food at restaurants. But I just couldn't hold back. I might come back to the outside bar for drinks and appetizers, but will not be back for a real meal. The food has really gone downhill.
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Morgan E.

I've been to Buckhead plenty of times over the years and it still remains one of my favorite restaurants. They manage to do comfort food well and within in a reasonable price. I love their side salads because they are large and have a lot of toppings - including chopped eggs and bacon. Some places just throw a handful of bagged salad in a bowl and call it a side salad - Buckhead does it up right. I love the fried green tomatoes but sometimes it's more panko than it is tomato. The grainy mustard sauce that comes with it is the best. Other dishes I love are meat loaf, mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, and chicken pot pie. Aside from the food - this place has one of the best views in the entire city. Go at night and sit by the window (or on the patio in warm-weather months) - the skyline all lit up is beautiful.
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Louise D.

I wanted to give this place 4 stars for the view and the pretty good cheese cake I had, but the service was unfortunately not as good as I expected. It may have been because I was bringing a stroller with a baby to the patio but hey, it was a sunny midweek afternoon so I'm allowed, yes? Anyway, I wasn't happy with the service. Also, the general atmosphere was a bit weird, it felt like people just come to drink during happy hour and literally try to drink as much as possible, which is encouraged by the waiters. Nothing wrong with that, it's just not the type of place I was looking for. I still really enjoyed the time spent here though, thanks to the beautiful views!
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Jamie A.

I recently ate here with my fiance and my parents. We were told the wait for a table was going to be about 30 minutes (it was a Saturday evening) but we wound up only waiting for about 15. We had a great corner booth in the back with a view of the river and several TVs showing the football game. I will say, it does get pretty loud. Our service was quick and efficient. I had the grilled whitefish and it was absolutely delicious. The rolls with cinnamon butter are also really good. My fiance recommends the burgers, my mom recommends the steak, and my dad recommends the pork chops (although he did say getting them blackened made them a touch too spicy for his taste). The prices are reasonable and the food is pretty awesome. If you're looking for a good appetizer, try the cheese boulders!
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Katie U.

I regularly pick this place for my birthday dinner. I love being right on the river. There is a wide selection on the menu, prices are reasonable for this type of restaurant, and I've enjoyed everything I've tried.
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Keith S.

I called tonight and asked about call ahead seating. Noah said what time, I said 6:15. He said call back 30 minutes before. I asked him is that how it works and he responded I cannot help you right now, goodbye. I said hey I still have questions and he hung up. I called back and he denied it I asked to speak to a manager. A woman got on the line and as I started explaining what happened she said, how many loudly. I wasn't done talking and she was rude. I am now not eating there tonight with my family as was my plan. Terrible customer service. You lost a customer today.
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Ken H.

We were visiting from Florida and my mother-in-law suggested we grab something to eat at Buckhead Mountain Grill on Friday 12/23/11. It's in a convenient location right along the Ohio River in Newport, KY and has fantastic views of the Downtown Cincinnati skyline from either it's outside seating or, if you're lucky enough as we were, from one of several tables lined up along the windows. They were able to accommodate our window request within 10 minutes of arrival. There were about 4-5 people that seemed to be in the host\hostess capacity up front and I'm not sure why they need that many as there seemed to be a lot of down time with playful banter going on, which can be forgiven in a casual dining atmosphere like this. In fact, they seem to have a robust staff serving, bussing, and whatever else needed to be done. Not only did our table have a great view of the towering buildings and lights across the river, we had a view of multiple televisions showing an assortment of live football and basketball games. Our server displayed most everything you could ask for in a server; she was pleasant, knowledgeable, attentive, and quick. We started with a basket of their delicious bread and cinnamon butter, which were right out of the oven and melted in our mouths. We also had the cheese boulders, a cousin of the traditional fried cheese sticks but with a different shape and a bit of a kick. For my entrÃ©e, I decided on the Big Fork Burrito, which was stuffed with shredded chicken and cheese and is covered with a queso sauce. I enjoyed it but after about a quarter of the way through, I wished it did not have the sauce on top...just a bit too much cheese. The plate was rounded out with black beans, lettuce, tomato, and sour cream. Everyone else seemed to enjoy their meals from the Kentucky Hot Brown to the Chicken Pot Pie. The portions were large enough to fill us up and we decided to not get dessert. Overall, our experience at Buckhead's was a success and I'd like to go back and try a different entrÃ©e.
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Angela C.

I thought really hard about bumping this up one star because the service and the restaurant space itself was great, but I just couldn't. I will say that if this were a place I ended up at to sit on the patio and have a few drinks only, I could probably even give Buckhead 4 stars. The view of the river and of Cincinnati is great. The restaurant theme and decor as a mountain grill is great. Sadly, the reality is, I ate lunch here with the in-laws and the food left plenty to be desired. It tasted like they literally dumped out of a large frozen dinner box and heated up for me. I had the chicken pot pie with mashed potatoes and green beans. There was not a single part of that meal that didn't taste completely pre-made from a can, the freezer or box. The husband got the meatloaf and mac and cheese- also completely underwhelming. You get big portions and the food is relatively inexpensive, but even that didn't save the day. Food at Buckhead, no thanks. Drinks and patio at Buckhead, sure, why not?
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Rebecca S.

First of all, the food is great. But they hire way too many teens with attitudes to get any kudos from me on service. Here's the short version of my experience: I made a reservation for 5 people and even called the day of, to confirm, because it was for my Mom's 71st birthday. We wanted to sit outside. The kid put us at a small, square table for 4 and wanted to pull up another chair to sit our 5th person on the corner of the table. This is a small table for 4 people, let alone trying to fit 5 people with birthday presents and a cake. There were at least 10 empty tables around, but he wouldn't pull 2 together. I also asked to sit more in the shade and that was not accommodated either. Quickly realizing this kid was going to be NO help, I let him seat us and then took it upon myself to pull 2 tables together in a more shady spot. As I was doing this, a teenaged server came out and treated me like a child in telling me I couldn't do that (I'll spare you the details). It was unbelievable the way they kept saying what we "COULDN'T" do, without any offer of a solution to the obvious problems! Later, they pulled together two tables... in the shade... for another reservation that hadn't even arrived by the time we left. Also..... we were given 5 tiny, dirty plates to use for our cake. (I even called ahead to make sure it was ok with them if I brought a cake or see if they had a dessert I should order... they told me to bring my cake, so this was not "against the rules.") Our server wasn't around when I realized the plates were dirty, so we asked ASHLEY (I think was her name... young with long brown hair and an attitude) if we could have 5 clean plates. She literally rolled her eyes and said she would get to it. Yeah... never happened... I ended up grabbing plates off that other table that was set up for another reservation and Miss Ashley never did come back. We definitely got the strong message that we were not respected as customers. It was really unbelievable.
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Cathy R.

Now that I"ve lived here longer AND eaten inside Buckhead, I thought I should update my review (and award an extra star). We recently went on a weekend night, knowing there would be a wait. We were comfortable, however, at a small high top, kind of in the lobby area, outside of the busy, packed bar and didn't wait that long (less than 20 min). We were seated in a roomy booth where I proceeded to lose both my debit card and a flash drive out of my purse. Since I didn't discover the loss until an entire day later, I didn't make the connection that I might have lost the items at Buckhead. When I finally called there, all of the employees I spoke with were extremely helpful. Turns out they had the card (already cancelled at this point of course) and later turned up the flash drive. I was extremely relieved and pleased with the help of Buckhead's staff. Over time, our usual menu selections include Buffalo Chicken Sandwich or Wrap, the Hot Brown and the Big Fork Burrito. The portions are generous. I've also been several times for happy hour with colleagues (always in the warmer weather at the spacious patio). Happy hour appetizers and drink prices are good.
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Ed P.

After watching my dad run the Flying Pig Marathon on Sunday, a group of us headed for the Buckhead Mountain Grill for lunch. I'm no stranger to Buckhead as I have eaten there numerous times before moving away from Cincinnati. Their location in Northern Kentucky, right on the Ohio River, offers great views of the city and obviously the river. It was a little rainy and cool during our visit so we couldn't take advantage of their great deck, but I have used it before and the views are even better out there. One thing that really surprised me was that they actually have a pretty good selection of craft beer. I don't recall that from prior visits, but that may be due to a non well-defined palate in my younger years. One thing I did remember was their delicious rolls and cinnamon butter that are served at the start of every meal. These were just as wonderful as I remembered them to be. I ordered the buffalo chicken sandwich with 911 sauce and a side of fried green tomatoes. The chicken sandwich was served covered in jalapeÃ±os in addition to the spicier sauce, but I didn't find it to be overbearing. I would say it was definitely one of the better buffalo chicken sandwiches I have had in recent memory and at $7.99 it is probably one of the cheapest too. The fried green tomatoes were also quite good, though I have had better. Others in our group had the Durango wrap and the bruschetta turkey burger to name a few, and I didn't hear any complaints on the food. Another thing that was great was our service! We had eight adults, 1 child, and 3 babies in our group. Our server was very quick with all orders (and refills when needed) especially considering the size of our party. And at the end of the meal he offered to split up the check for us before we had to ask. I love when that happens!
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Megan K.

Ive been coming here for years!! I love the nice view of the river!!! Best rolls ever!! Great prices (lunch for four including an app was 45.00) Super service! Relaxing Lunch!
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Deborah H.

The four-star rating is for the awesome patio seating with the incredible view of the river and downtown Cincinnati. The salmon was good, as was the company...four people solving the world's problems! We were there for over two hours and never felt rushed. It was nice to savor one of the few nice afternoons we have before winter.
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Chris C.

I ate here last evening for the 1st time. The best thing is the VIEW, especially from the outside deck! Our large group of 17 women ate inside however (we later sat outside for drinks & talk), and the service was good. I never was asked if I needed a drink refill (I did) or dessert (I didn't). We got separate checks, which is most appreciated. The food was OK (I tried potato skins & Hot Brown), but my broccoli side was mushy, tiny, tasteless pieces.
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Barrett H.

I'm a pretty big fan of Buckhead Mountain. Yes, it's pretty much an American chain restaurant, but it's better than any Friday's, Applebee's, or Chili's. In addition to pretty decent food for a casual spot, Buckhead excels in other areas as well. First, the service is often exceptional. (Although the host station tends to be one of those where you feel like you're interrupting a conversation when you ask for a table. Always 2-4 people yapping who don't always want to stop talking as you approach.) The servers are excellent. Friendly, but not in a cheesy or overbearing way. They're always receptive to modifications of menu items and seem genuinely concerned with the overall experience. My wife and I have realized that were on a 3-trip streak of leaving Buckhead talking about how nice our server was. The menu is what you'd expect from the other, lesser restaurants I mentioned earlier. The food is typically a step above the other chains, though. A little bump in quality of what they buy, and some more work at making things in-house is definitely noticeable here. In addition, while this isn't a brewpub, there is a focus on local/regional beers and several taps are always rotating. Having a Kentucky Bourbon Barrel served in a snifter glass makes me a lot happier than a Bud Light in a giant mug with ice melting inside of it. One thing that isn't great is something that at least one other reviewer mentioned: you'll sometimes get ambushed with ingredients that aren't listed on the menu. Anything that comes with a mix of vegetables can be a toss up and for some reason, their steaks tend to come covered in fried onion strings. I can and do eat anything, so it doesn't bother me much, but I know it always knocks a little wind out of my wife's sails when she sees her steak covered in a food she hates. If you're a picky eater, you've got to be on your A-game to avoid ingredients you don't like. And I know for me it's a little harder to rant at your waiter about not wanting any surprises with your meal when they're being so darn nice. The views and the ease of access from downtown Cincinnati are both great. Be warned though that this place gets absolutely slammed on busy nights. Even with a large, private parking lot, it can be hard to find a spot and wait times are often over an hour. Come on a weekday or be prepared to wait, but you'll be glad you came either way.
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Jessica S.

I must have run on a treadmill along the windows at Bellevue's Urban Active a hundred times, yet I never noticed Buckhead Mountain Grill until I met up with friends there last night! Walking up the front steps, you feel like you're walking into a wooden lodge... and it smells like a sauna! It was pretty dead when we got there (6:00pm on a Monday) but once enough of our party was there, we were seated. There are plenty of TVs around the place, especially near the bar. The decor is extremely tacky, with mounted moose and buffalo heads and stuffed bobcats galore. At least there is a really great view of Cincinnati and the Ohio River. Our service was good and our waitress was extremely friendly. If it wasn't Passover, I would've tried their rolls (with cinnamon butter!) but they did look good! I got the 4-sides plate for dinner (baked sweet potato, cashew wild rice, baked apples, and steamed broccoli) with the soup du jour (vegetarian vegetable) to start. Overall, the food was okay, but it was pretty obvious to me that with the exception of the potato, I doubt anything I was served was made that day or from scratch. The soup was very salty, as was the rice, but that's to be expected when dining out pretty much anywhere. My friends who got the buffalo chili seemed to really enjoy it. I wasn't up for drinking that night, but they have daily drink specials that seem like a pretty good deal. By the time we left, there were a few more people in the place, but it still seemed empty. In the end, I'll come back if someone else insists on it; but if I'm going to Bellevue or Newport for food there are probably a half dozen places I'd choose over Buckhead.
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Robyn C.

I've come to Buckhead a few times and the food is okay at best. I would much rather eat somewhere else with the same type food. The prices were a bit high, but the location is good. I love the Ohio River views and the ambiance inside is comfortable. No wait usually for dinner. I give this four stars due to the atmosphere... Otherwise they would get only three stars based on the taste of food and prices.
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Zack F.

Pretty straight forward concept. It looks like a Montana eatery and comes across as such. For me, the saving grace of this place is the amazingly large deck out back that overlooks the river and Mt. Adams. It makes it a prime spot for late afternoon/early evening happy hour gatherings with larger groups of friends. Parking can be a bit tricky though. They do run happy hour specials, though if you arrive too early, you may have to hunt around for a server for the deck area, or just get service at the bar. If you do have a larger size group, they will gladly split the checks but they will charge an automatic 18% gratuity and might not mention it to you, so be aware of that.
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Katherine D.

I had tried this years ago when it first opened and my two sons loved it, but I didn't think positively nor negatively about it. A friend and I tried it again a month or so ago and I loved it. I've been there several times since because I just really like the atmosphere, the menu choices, and the service is absolutely terrific. I ordered the potato skins and they are seriously loaded with goodies! The staff is shows the perfect amount of attentiveness and seem to be standing there right when you need a refill or a question answered! Buckheads will definitely be on our list when we're considering places to dine out. It was a treat!
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Adrian C.

Monster portions, check. Great service, check. Amazing view of the river, check. And cheese boulders????!!! Yes please! These little pillows of fried multi-cheese goodness will have you saying "diet-schmiet" after one bite, as they make the typical mozerella stick appetizer of other places just seem outdated. You get 6 so bring a friend, or four, as these are rich and ooey gooey. As for the sides, they have a decent selection to choose from, including fried green tomatoes, a southern staple that can be poorly executed but at Buckhead, is effortlessly presented in a tasty little package. The KY hot brown is also amazing, as are the usual offerings of steaks, grilled chicken, salmon, burgers, and soups/salads. The prices are mid-range and great for a nice date or gathering of friends/family. This joint is also very kid friendly, offering crayons/paper to (hopefully) avoid any meltdowns while the food is being prepared. In addition, the hot, fresh yeast rolls that are brought to your table along with cinnamon/sugar butter are great little appetizers on their own, providing the perfect happy snack for your little foodies or the cranky one in the group who may have a low blood sugar meltdown *hides her face*
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NK D.

Service was great, fast, nice. Non-smoking establishment, so thats always a bonus! Food, typical All American diner so-so, but the cinnamon sugar butter on their rolls?!?! Holy Moly!! My inner fat girl came out in full force. So good!
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Bill K.

Always consistent, great food at very realistic pricing. Today's visit offered exceptional food and service on a very busy summer holiday weekend. It's great to have a go-to place you can always count on. A great plus, especially if you have out of town guests is the location directly on the south bank of the Ohio River with great views of the bridges and Cincinnati skyline.
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Denver L.

After watching Cirque in Kentucky we were all starving and looking for someplace to go. Beth's uncle Chris recommended Buckhead very highly. Its hidden on the river near Joe's crab shack across the street from Party Source. They have a unique exterior reminding me of wood cabins i have stayed at. When you walk inside its much the same. We asked for an outside seating area, with summer weather in march, you take full advantage of it Our waiter was slow, it took about 5 minutes to see him before we got our drink order and when he returned with them it was for another table. I'm a hot roll fan, its bread, its hot, and with butter life is complete. They served our table a fresh batch of them that should of stayed in the over a few more minutes. Very doughy and nothing like what you would expect. :( I ordered the santa fe chicken with broccoli and a baked potato. My chicken was delicious, although it had more of an asian flavor with black beans on top. My potato didn't arrive and i had to ask for it. By the time it showed up i was just done. I will give this place a second try. It was packed and servers seemed to be struggling. However service was being meet for most tables expect for those my our server.
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Debbie M.

I've visited Buckhead a few times before reviewing - to be fair. I'm a fan. First of all, you cannot beat the view of the Cincinnati skyline, and the location on the river. Fabulous. But, we come for the food, right? I've had several different dishes at Buckhead, and my favorites are the smothered sirloin - which is a juicy steak with mushrooms, onions and cheese atop. HOWEVER! Be careful, because the first time I had it, they also threw green peppers in, which were NOT on the menu and I cannot STAND peppers! So now, each time I order it, I make sure to tell them NO GREEN PEPPERS, even though they're not listed on the menu. I'm not going to risk that again. I also enjoy the Cheyenne Chicken Salad, which is a green salad with your choice of either grilled, fried or buffalo style fried chicken on top. Always a hit, and they give you a good size portion for the price. Of course, you can't get enough of their yeast rolls - MMmmm.....but I opt for the regular butter instead of the cinnamon butter they offer. I tried the Pike's Peak dessert, which is basically a huge slab of ice cream with crumbled Reese's cups, hot fudge and peanut butter sauce over it. Its huge, so be ready to share. Very good, if you have room at the end of your dinner. The service is always top notch and we never have to wait for refills on drinks or anything. The ambience is cool too - the place is set up to look like a mountain lodge - log construction, antler chandeliers and fireplaces make it very cozy. Be prepared to wait a LONG time on a weekend night, like any place else. One of the few good reasons to venture into Kentucky. Ha!
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Marie A.

LOVE THE HAPPY HOUR AND APPS. Food entrees are horrible! Grilled chicken Salad was about $11 and the chicken was grey and weird looking. However I would go back for the great outdoor seating, happy hour and apps! Great river view
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Chelsea R.

Appetizers were great and the atmosphere was nice, too. Unfortunately, my salmon was undercooked. The waiter handled the situation well and made sure my bill was compensated. Overall, it was a good experience.
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Stephen G.

To say we had a VERY mixed experience at this family restaurant on the riverfront is an understatement! The place was packed when we went - admittedly Labor Day at 5pm - but the server quickly found us a table near the windows from where we could gaze, adoringly, at the Cincinnati skyline and adjacent hills. A glance at the menu showed Buckhead to be a run-of-the-mill establishment serving up what the wife and I often describe as "GFS food". Your standard fayre of burgers, wings, sandwiches, steaks and the suchlike... or mild variations thereof. There's nothing 'off piste' here to confuse and nothing to expand anyone's taste buds beyond the bland and samey. The ambiance is a strange hybrid of Cracker Barrel meets multi-screened sports bar with a sprinkling of Bob Evans for good luck. As such, it shouldn't really work but - like I said - the place was heaving with customers, so go figure the Northern Kentucky mindset. The food was just as expected with no surprises whatsoever. Our server was attentive to begin with then fell off the rails completely, forgetting to ask if my wife wanted another beer and not even offering us any dessert choices... just unceremoniously presenting the check as she took away our empty plates. However, towards the end of our meal, we seemed to experience the true 'nature' of the Buckhead and its poor attitude towards customers. On a table next to ours a poor little kid had the misfortune to be sick and throw up all over the floor. The parents were mortified and to her credit the mother did lean over to us and apologize profusely for what her boy had done. Three separate servers were duly notified of the problem, all three replying it would be taken care of. Astonishingly, it took a good FIFTEEN minutes before someone came and cleaned up the mess, during which time departing customers were inadvertently trampling in the vomit and then presumably walking it all the way across the floor through the restaurant to the front door. On that basis alone - an inability to quickly and efficiently respond to this problem - I don't think we'll ever go back. If the staff and management can react so slowly to this important health issue then it really does make you wonder how they treat cleanliness and hygiene out in the kitchen.
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Juliane S.

Not bad. Service is good, menu is not imaginative but this is more of a suburban restaurant and not an indie. It is a good spot for meetings for work and they can accommodate large parties and do have private rooms. They have a patio that is nice. It's Applebees and Friday's in a fake wood rustic setting.
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Stacey L.

I'm really not a fan of chain America-style restaurants. I generally avoid them like the plague and am in constant search of the unusual eating experience. So you can imagine how much it irritates me that I really like this place! First off, it is in that wonderful row of restaurants in Newport that have a fantastic view of downtown Cincinnati and great outdoor patios. I love kicking back and enjoying a sunny day on the river. The inside is cozily decorated like a mountain lodge... in a pretty cheesy way. Inside the restaurant is broken up into multiple rooms so it never seems very loud. The menu is typical American chain restaurant. I really like their fajitas. All the food is served quickly and hot. All of the servers we have ever had here have been good. They are friendly and chatty. Ask for Dustin- He is a former student of mine and a great server. My only complaint is that the wait can be long at times. But, they often have drink specials at the bar to make the wait go a little faster.
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Leigh H.

I like how Buckhead claims to be "local," yet strives to emulate massive, boring, milquetoast chain restaurants in every single way. The whole place is just meh: food is mediocre, service is poor, and when we went at lunchtime, we were the youngest people there by at least 30 years. The design of the place is also bizarre and unsettling (yes, I notice these things, and you should, too); the ceiling joists are extremely low-hanging and unwieldy, and tacky antler chandeliers make up the rest of the ambiance. Pro tip: if you get the Bison Burger, they'll cook it to Medium temperature, whereas everything else they have a disclaimer that they'll only cook it to Medium Well. Which is kind of dumb, if you think about it, especially if you're an establishment that serves steaks and burgers. Some of us can handle our meat properly cooked, thankyouverymuch. Anyway, the bison burger was pretty tasty, but the fries had some weird Mrs. Dash-esque seasoning that left a bad taste in my mouth for hours. The view of the Ohio River and downtown is quite pretty, but there are better options to choose from on either side of the river for much higher quality experiences.
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Tara N.

I'm always pleasantly surprised when I visit Buckhead. Parking is easy, which is a rarity in Newport, and there always seems to be a table available here. The servers work in teams and provide top notch service, much better than expected at a casual restaurant. The food is definitely good. I can't say I crave it, but the portions are generous and the meals are good. Their house salad, for $3.99, includes cheese, bacon, croutons, tomatoes, and cucumbers as toppings, which is a rarity for a house salad. This is a great place to take a group, especially if you have some picky eaters with you. The menu is really varied and has something for everyone! Add to that the incredible city views, and you're in for a good time.
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Stephen C.

A good place to eat. The service was excellent. The bar had a decent selection of craft brewed beers, one of which was on special for $2 when I was there, which you never see. They also had 15 TVs, just in the bar area; there were many more scattered around the rest of the restaurant. The food was ok. I had the pulled pork sandwich. I wasn't overly impressed by it, but it wasn't bad either. The homemade potato chips, on the other hand, were delicious. If it was warmer outside, I would have opted to sit on the deck. They have a nice seating arrangement out there on the river. It's gorgeous scenery, but is not too far from the bridge into Cincinnati, so I don't know what the noise level is. And of course I can't forget to mention free wifi. I would definitely return. But with $2 craft brews, I may never leave.
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Beth C.

My family came to visit me in Cinci this past weekend. They love the atmosphere of the mountains and log cabins, and my brother had expressed that he wanted to sit on the river and see the city. So what better place to take them to! The atmosphere is spot on. The customer service was friendly and accomodating. We enjoyed everything we ate from the cheese boulders to the buffalo burgers and the dessert! Pike's Peek is the way to go to end your meal! We passed it around to 6 people, but it was so good I think we all wished we had our own! I will definitely be spending more time here in the spring and summer months on the deck!
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Benjamin W.

I had friends tell me about Buckhead years and years ago, and recommended the place. I kept meaning to get around to it, and a looooong time later, I finally did. My wife and I stopped in after a day of wine tasting, and we were not disappointed. I'm glad we finally got around to checking it out. When we arrived, we were told it could be 30-45 minutes before we were seated. We were hoping for a shorter wait, but we went ahead and put our name in and waited. Glad we did, we were only waiting about 20 minutes before we were seated. Apparently, they do a good job of moving people through. When we looked at the menu, we were happy to see that the prices were reasonable, and the menu had a lot of good looking options. Although tempting, I skipped the burrito and got the Beavercreek Center Cut Sirloin. I added their bourbon butter, mushrooms, and bleu cheese. Wow, it came out perfectly prepared and full of flavor. Our waitress had asked if I wanted A-1 or other steak sauce - forget it. It was great without it. The potato soup was interesting as well. Instead of being like other restaurants', Buckhead uses chunks of potato and it made for a great soup. We enjoyed it thoroughly. I could have done without the Caesar salad. The dressing was very pungent and didn't taste all that great. If you're into that, fine, but either they overdid it with the anchovy sauce, or they season it funny. I will skip that in the future. We skipped over dessert, but there are a few dessert options on the menu that are worth checking out next time. They had some insane dish with brownie, ice cream, hot fudge, and caramel. Sounded fantastic. For the sports lover, they have a lot of TVs in the bar area and they have units you can request that you can dial into the sound for different TVs/channels. Nice feature in a fairly loud setting. Only complaint I had that night is we were seated right under the HVAC vent, and I had it blowing full-bore on my eyes. Dried out my contacts pretty bad, but the temperature was quite nice. All in all, great visit, and we will be back again.
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Amy P.

Very little for vegetarians. I wasnt able to find anything appetizing on the menu, and ended up buying several side dishes as my meal. Will avoid in the future.
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David G.

I live close by and love being able to get take out from here. The food is always made right, which is unusual for a chain restaurant. Good job
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Marcus J.

Thought I'd give the Buckhead Grill a try. I wasn't bad, and I wouldn't mind going back. The food is satisfying but not exceptional. I had a Bourbon Buttered ribeye with bleu cheese. Again, decent but not exceptional.
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Jack R.

If you just want a sit down restaurant and you are in Newport can't go wrong here. I have been here a couple of times. The food is good and the prices about average. It is one of the few places in Cincinnati that you can get a buffalo burger at. When it is nice outside they have a nice patio but there could be a wait for out side seating never a wait for inside though because of how big it is. I love the huge windows that over look the river. It;s a place that you know what you are going to get each time and it doesn't change. It makes it a good place to stop for lunch or dinner.
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P.J K.

Nice casual place. Sat on the patio
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Paul K.

I had always wondered why there aren't many restaurants that take advantages of Ohio River and its view. Maybe I haven't explored the area enough, but I was always curious. Then I found Buckhead Mountain Grill. I was excited about all the positive reivews. I went there last night which was Thursday dinner. The place was huge which I like about it. I don't like to be seating tight and be too close to strangers when I eat. And the view was really awesome too especially when it got dark. It wil be very nice to dine outside when the weather gets sunny and warm. The food was pretty good, but nothing surprised me. I think it is probably average steakhouse menu. There were some house specials, but I wasn't that interested it. My girlfriend and I shared a bowl of chili, durango chicken wrap, and center cut sirloin. The quaility was excellent, I think they did good job on grilling it medium-rare. My girlfriend is a huge fan of chili and she said it was very good. I have to say the service was great, the waitress was friendly, kind, and caring. She didn't rush anything, and had good timings for everything - refill, serving food, and check, too. This place does not have any special food that makes me crave, but it has great overall experience. It has a good view, comfortable seating, great staff, and decent (if not great) food. I will come back anytime when I want beer and steak (or rib although I didn't try them).
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Susan R.

A co-worker picked up a half-sized Cheyenne (buffalo-style) chicken salad for me, and I wish she hadn't bothered. The salad itself was smaller than most half salads. A few pieces of lettuce, some bacon, a ton of disgusting croutons, and mushy diced tomatoes. I've eaten there before, and last time I went the food was wonderful (pot pie), but the service was horrendous. We waited forever; it took over an hour and a half to eat lunch, which is ridiculous. The 3rd times the charm? If I ever find out, I'll let you know.
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Kay N.

Lunch Wed. was very nice. We were seated quickly. Had a very nice view of the river/ Ohio side. We both had salads which were good. The service was prompt and things were nice. A bit too large and commercial for me but most other people like that environment!
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Nick H.

This evening was supposed to be a great one, a bunch of friends out for a birthday celebration. But after arriving at Buckhead, things started to get progressively worse. We waited for about 30-40 minutes before our table was ready, even though there were spaces being unused that would have accommodated our group. Next was the food. I ordered a sirloin steak and ordered it medium and when I received it, it was dry and way overdone but I was so hungry I ate it anyway. But it also appeared that others that ordered steaks had the same problem. Worst of all one member of our group discovered a hair in the broccoli. Plate presentation was also sloppy. There were two kind of redeeming factors, the Caesar Salad was delicious and the cinnamon butter was also very good, but things as minor as those cannot be the best thing about the restaurant. Next time I'm in Newport I may be heading to another restaurant.
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Becky S.

Best Feature: Food is mouth-wateringly amazing! Worst Feature: . . . . I can't come up with one. So this was a fairly recent discovery; I had not even known Buckhead existed up until this past year. That's surprising, given my love of Newport and the riverside attractions, but it was absolutely amazing to find this restaurant! First off, the view itself is amazing. You're right by the river, and if the weather is nice you can have outdoor seating and enjoy the view! If you'd rather stay inside, they have PLENTY of seating available there as well! Upon walking in, the restaurant welcomes you - literally and metaphorically. The staff is always friendly and seats us very quickly; a few times we've had to wait a bit, but it's never ridiculous. The decor is inviting as well! Both tables and booths of varying locations and sizes, so you can always get seated in a neat place. We always prefer the window view of the river, and they're very accommodating! As soon as we sit, the servers are always quick to be friendly and informative about the daily specials going on. I've never had one bad experience with any waitress/waiter there! Every single one is fantastic and have gone above and beyond my expectations. That's quality service!! The drink selection is fabulous here - they have many beers, both imported and local. I think they've even had local beers such as Mt. Carmel on the list! Regardless, there's not a time I've gone that I don't try out something new. They also have the usual sodas and water available. The menu selections is insane - they have plenty to choose from and all of it is delicious! The only thing I can say I wasn't as big of a fan of was the chicken wrap. I usually go and get a burger because they have amazing burgers here! I'd also recommend the cheese balls as an appetizer - if you like fried breading around melted cheese, you'll fall in love with these. I've tried many different things on the menu and I can attest to their fantastic entrees! They also have televisions available, I believe, so you can watch sports games or various programs. It's a wonderful place to sit and relax! This has become a personal favorite of mine. I love this restaurant and it tops the list of favorite places to go. It has everything one could ask for - great service, amazing food, breathtaking views, and decent prices! I'd stop in for sure if you've never been here before, are passing through, or just want a delicious meal worth every penny!
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Susan L.

I have debated about what to rate this place For what it is, Buckhead is a great place, If you are looking for a really special meal this is not the place, if you are lookng for decent food at a good price and a great view it is a great place. The views from the outside are very great since it is on the river. I have no complaints about the service either. I have to admitt even though I do not tend to like tomatoes, their fried green tomatoes were really good. The service we had there was very good, we went there partially because their was a reds game and several shows going on downtown so there was no place downtown Cincinnati we could get a reservation on the cincinnti side of the river, Also, with the people I was wish a fancy meal was not needed or probably not been appreciated by. Sittting outside on the river was very nice for visitors to the city
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Tim C.

Seemed more of a sports bar than anything. Pretty cool layout and the views of the riverfront were great. Food wasn't that great though. Jalapeno burger and the peppers were burned. My buddies got steak and it wasn't very good. Kind of stringy but the flavor was ok. The apps were good.
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Kathy M.

Buckhead is positioned along a premium view of the Ohio River and that's probably the only reason I go back there from time to time. The patio is great for meeting friends for drinks but the food is mediocre at best. When this restaurant opened a number of years ago it seemed the food quality and taste was so much better. I don't know what happened. The service is decent but it seems like every time I am there some mistake happens in the kitchen, they bring the wrong thing and/or forget something. And the food is just "okay...." It's not horrible but not great and I tend to leave there feeling vaguely dissatisfied every time I go. I wish they would step up their game. It's a shame to waste the wonderful venue on mediocre food. Meh. I've experienced better.
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Justine M.

This is a nice spot for lunch on the weekdays, and one of our go-to's for when we want to sit outside on a nice day. They first won me over with their chicken salad sandwich, complete with apple butter. Seriously, who would have thought THAT would have tasted good? It is awesome! And the potato soup is delicious as well. The winner last time, however, was the steak and bleu cheese salad. Holy moly, that was a good salad. Probably not healthy, what with the steak and all, but hey, it may be my new favorite. Just one note - the service is never spectacular, just ok. So don't head here if you're in a rush.
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Heather Y.

I don't really do chain restaurants. Having said that, I had a downright decent steak dinner here on dime of my friends parents last week. The server was a ding-a-ling and acted like it was no big whoop when he forgot the guest of honor's steak. Fortunately, management quickly swooped in with her meal about 5 minutes after the rest of the started on our entrees. The prices won't break the bank, but I am not a fan of restaurants where I can smell cigarette smoke when I'm dining and the smell of smoke here is rather thick. I'm giving this place 3 stars mostly for the view of the city you can enjoy form the deck.
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Nate W.

Went here with a party of 8. Made reservations and arrived on time, yet still had to wait an additional 30 minutes for our table. The waiter was prompt at first but disappeared for the rest of the meal after we received our drinks. Most of our drink cups remained empty the rest of the meal. Half of our party was dissatisfied with their meal, with steaks either cooked too well or too rare. My gyro featured a pita that was as stale as a rock, with overdone steak. The only reason this restaurant was given a star was because of the view of downtown Cincinnati... And the rolls are pretty good
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Tara B.

Get the mushroom chicken... delicious. I've ordered the prime rib before and was disappointed.
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Angela H.

My boyfriend and I visited Buckhead Mountain Grill after a recent night at the Newport on the Levee movie theater. We got out of the movie at 9pm and realized that every restaurant on the Levee was packed, so we ventured down the riverside to Buckhead. Buckhead is a small chain establishment that was started in Louisville, Kentucky. There are only four locations currently and Cincinnati is lucky to have one in such close proximity to the city. At 9:30pm on a Thursday night the restaurant was pretty empty so we were seated immediately. Our server was attentive and on top of refills and requests, he was very knowledgeable about the large menu and helped us make our selections. I chose to try the Tequila Lime Whitefish (quite a bit of Buckhead's menu is southwestern influenced) and I have to admit I almost licked my plate! The fish was cooked perfectly and the preparation was just spicy enough to stir up my taste buds. All of Buckhead's dinner entrees are served with a choice of two sides, the restaurant offers sixteen to choose from. My boyfriend had a few very reasonably priced Blue Moon drafts and he thought his half slab of ribs rivaled Montgomery Inn's (I tried them too not quite Montgomery Inn in my opinion, but still good!). The best part of the Bellevue Buckhead Mountain Grill is it's location, the restaurant sits right on the side of the Ohio River and at night breathtaking views of Cincinnati's skyline can be seen through the floor-to-ceiling windows. The restaurant is rustic enough to be family-friendly but classy enough to be romantic, go either way with this one!
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Dell C.

Poor service and only so so food. Never again!
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Steven S.

definitely a fan of this place and I go every 3 weeks or so. Food is great (cheese boulders!), great service, always a different drink special, and its right on the river. why bother with applebee's or friday's or some other place, this is the best substitute to eat at if you are driving around on a saturday looking for somewhere to eat and don't want to go to your regular eating spots.
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Heather J.

The view is nice...but the rest is mediocre. It was just bland and okay. Nothing awful but nothing great. The cheese boulders are fun in a group - just because they're the size of your head. They are tasty. I'd go for beers and appetizers if I had a choice.
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Erin O.

We went here for Sunday afternoon lunch. It was cozy inside with a great view. The food was pretty good. Enjoyed the experience:)
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Jamie B.

If this is your idea of good food or romantic you must never do out to eat. This is one of the blandest menus I've ever seen, service was slow, restaurant is far too big & busy to be considered romantic. Totally unmemorable experience, was so disappointed in the food and th ambience. Yes, it's by the water- so are much better restaurants like Mithchells Fish Market on the levee;; You'll like Buckheads if your ide of having a nice meal out is Applebees, TGIF, Ruby Tuesday or Bennigans. If you're looking for a good meal in a nice atmosphere- go elsewhere!
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Erika S.

I can't think of any recent experiences that I have had that I was quite so underwhelmed. Coming from out of town, we brought our 93 year old grandmother here for a birthday dinner, per her request. Buckhead has treated us right on many other occasions, but I think it's riding high on it's glory days and capitalizing on the view. Our server was fine. He chewed gum while taking our order and forgot to bring a salad that was ordered. Other than that, he wasn't rude and brought us our food in an acceptable amount of time. For the most part, he was completely forgettable. The food was meh at best. We had 5 people at the table and no one loved their meal. I ordered a sampler of sides. (Salad, baked potato, green beans & apples) The salad was a cheap mix of ingredients from Sysco, swimming in bacon and a sea of crumbled egg. My baked potato was greasy and salty. (Can someone tell me how you make a greasy baked potato??) The green beans were the best thing that I had, but they were mushy. My apples tasted that they had come from a can and had been warmed back up in some gelatinous goo. I wasn't the only one with issues with my meal, but you know there is something wrong when a 13 year old doesn't touch his macaroni and cheese because it isn't good. For what you spend on a meal here, but you can do much better else where. This maybe a great place to grab a beer on a warm summer night on the deck overlooking the river, but that's about it. There are too many other great restaurants in Cincinnati to spend so much money to only have a meh experience. Do yourself a favor. Find something better. You deserve it!
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Evan W.

Service was great, waitress quickly brought us our drinks. My girlfriend got the fajitas which were very similar to what you'd get at a don Pablo's or other restaurant. I got the Texas roast/mashed potatoes and green beans. It was delicious. Gravy was very good and all ingredients were fresh. It was gone in less than 5 minutes. Then I helped finish the fajitas. Price was $27ish for both entrees and view was amazing outside. Right over the Ohio river with a view of the downtown skyline.
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Mark F.

The view is five stars the service is usually five stars and the food is good but the beer is better. A great value especially being so close to downtown. Oh and free parking.
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Sarah C.

I wanted to like Buckhead. I heard good things and the view of the river impeccable. However, I was so disappointed. I ordered a cocktail at my table after hearing there was a happy hour; bad decision, the happy hour only applied to drinks ordered at the bar. My 12oz cocktail was served in a solo cup and cost more than my boyfriend's 32oz draft beer. I wouldn't have been as upset if the prices had been listed on the drink menu, but alas, no such luck. The meal continued to disappoint. I ordered a steak medium, and it was delivered medium well. The food took so long to arrive that I decided to forgo reordering it. The Mac n cheese was also overcooked. Seriously, it was like cold noodles and cheese crumbles. The server was nice but young and seemed confused about what to do when I drew attention to the problems. So. Long review short: save your time and money.
(1)
Susan P.

On our Memorial Day weekend getaway to Kentucky, my husband and I had the pleasure of having a wonderful lunch at Buckhead's. It was a beautiful day, so we were able to sit on the patio overlooking the river. Our server, Gene, was friendly and attentive, and the food was delicious. We really enjoyed this restaurant and will be back on our next trip!
(5)
Ben P.

Buckhead has great food and excellent customer service. I did notice that they revised their menu and slimmed it down a lot. I like the ski lodge ambiance of BMG and the view on the river is excellent. My wife and I did agree that the prices at BMG are a little on the high end for what you get. In the end we were happy with our visit to the mountain grill and we will return.
(3)
Chase R.

Good traditional, American casual sit down restaurant. The menu will have something for every type of eater. They start you off with rolls and cinnamon butter, yum in the tum! The portions are big, which in my book makes this place good for the money. The bar has a decent amount of beer choices, plus they have speciality drinks depending on the season. Service is excellent. It seems like they all work together as a team to make the service experience good. Not quite five stars, but I still recommend this place.
(4)
Keith C.

I had ordered carry-out from Buckhead before, but I had yet to dine in the restaurant until a couple weeks ago. We went on a week night thinking we wouldn't experience a wait - we were wrong. Buckhead is evidently a very popular place and we had a 30 minute wait for a table for two adults and two children on a Tuesday night at 7:30PM. The restaurant itself is gorgeous - it's on / overlooks the Ohio River, has an expansive patio, and has a lodge type of feel on the interior that really differentiates themselves from most other establishments in the area. We really liked the ambiance after a long hard day... On the night my wife and I went in, we weren't in the mood for going too crazy on the menu, so we ordered an appetizer, entrÃ©e salad, and an entrÃ©e - we split all of it. We were fairly happy with all of our selections, however, the salad that we ordered seemed very pricey for what we actually received. It tasted good, we just felt they made a fortune on that particular dish. Our service was also wonderful. Not that it wasn't painfully obvious, but she immediately recognized that we had kids and we felt like she altered her normal waitress strategy to tailor to our needs. In other words, she knew that we could be in a bit of a hurry in the event the kids starting raising hell. On that note, our waitress was frequently at our table often to check on us and to keep the flow of the evening moving along. She even dropped the check off early knowing we might want to multi task (eat and settle the bill).
(4)
Sarah F.

The main reason for eating here, as far as I'm concerned, is the giant deck overlooking the Ohio river. We had lunch here recently with our 2 year old and it worked out pretty well. They have a better than average kids' menu and our son liked his cheese ravioli a lot. I went for the Tequila Lime Chicken Salad (green salad with Mexican touches and grilled chicken), which was hearty and fresh; slightly under-dressed but flavorful overall. Hubby had the Buffalo Chicken Sandwich and was a fan. They have a pretty good draft beer selection as well, with several local and seasonal options. Solid, if not original, food, great deck on the river, and family friendly: we'll be back.
(4)
Lauren D.

We went here for the first time a few weeks ago on a Saturday night around 630-7 o'clock and we were expecting to have a wait but we walked right in and sat down which was nice. The service we received was very good, they checked in on us a lot which was nice. They gave us complimentary bread and butter which was good, nothing fantastic. I got there chicken salad sandwich with a side of broccoli, the broccoli tasted like it was frozen and way over salted. The chicken salad was okay it really didn't have much seasoning I had to add pepper to it . I wouldn't recommend it. Jon got a normal bacon cheeseburger he said it was good. Overall the experience was good and the food was decent. If i ever find myself in the area again I would go back but I'd get something different.
(3)
Edward C.

Incredible view and neat ambiance. Food was good, but service (except at the bar) was lackluster. However, the bar staff were great the hostess seemed to be very blunt and cold, the waitress was nice but very disorganized. Kind of a mixed experience.
(3)
NoneYa B.

Food is mediocre at best and way over priced. Service is horrible every time I go there with one exception a while back when I sat at the bar. I ordered chicken strips and when I took a bite I tasted fish very strongly. I hate fish. I let my server know and asked if I could have some made in a fryer that wasn't used for fish. After lying to me and telling me they weren't cooked in the same fryer she reluctantly took my plate to the back. About 15 minutes later my new strips came back out. I told the orrson who brought the strips out that my whole plate was taken and I needed new sides too. All that person said was I will tell your server. Another 10 minutes went by before my server came back with my sides. I asked for a to go box because everyone else was finished eating a long time ago. She gave me the box and the check and seemed angry when my friend told her we needed seperate checks. Never once did the manager get off her ass to even pretend that she cared how bad my experience was. I asked my server what her name was and she said Angela. ( I remember the name because its the same as my friends who was with me) I will not give this place another chance. I have been there maybe 5 times total and never once left happy. Twice I left there without major complaint, but the other times were just plain awful. Such a shame because the location is amazing.
(2)
Steven K.

We have eaten here multiple times and again on 6/2/15, and I just now am getting around to reviewing This restaurant. Large bar and dining area. Casual and comfortable. Service was really good (thanks, Shannon!). Menu is varied with burgers, steaks, pasta and fish entrees. Steaks are above average and a good value. Boulder Bites and fried green tomatoes are really good apps. No room for dessert, so I cannot comment on that. Good view if you are near the windows or on the deck.
(4)
Sarah A.

Nothing to write home about. It was extremely busy but our waiter was good. The food was decent even though it took forever to receive. I ordered a steak cooked medium. It came out medium well. I still ate it and it was still good. (Definitely not in the top ten.) The mac and cheese was bomb. I just.. Can't make myself say that it was exceptional. Maybe it's because they were so busy. By the way, I hope you're ok with kids because this seems to be the dinner destination for families with small children. I'll probably give them another chance, eventually.
(3)
Linds B.

Good food especially for a chain. Awesome atmosphere with the outdoor seating option. Live music was also a huge Plus! My toddler gobbled the chicken tenders which appeared to be hand breaded... Not to mention very succulent. I had the roast beef and it did not disappoint. Colleague enjoyed the hot brown and as a Louisville native (where the hot brown originated) it was decent. Temperatures could have been hotter. Delicious margaritas as well.
(4)
Mallory T.

Management here is seriously lacking, along with any motivation from staff. As soon as we walked in 4+ people were standing at the hostess stand along with a manager, why are there so many people standing around?? After we go seated outside (which is the only pro for this place) our waiter , Matt, introduced himself and then proceeded to say how he didn't want to be at work, I understand it's a holiday but at the same time you pick the job that you work so deal with it. From that point on everything went down hill, so unprofessional to introduce yourself to a table that way. Everything here has to be frozen besides the salads, frozen wings, frozen meat etc. save yourself some time and money and go somewhere else!
(1)
Gigi F.

Food used to be great but now it's just so- so. The freshly baked chocolate chip cookies with giant chips were cold with tiny chips. When I asked, I was told they are baked very early, once a day. Tasted like canned green beans as a side dish. Rolls were cold but good, and slaw was great as always!
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Amanda T.

This was a great place for dinner! I had the caesar salad with blackened chicken and it was delicious for a salad, not too much dressing. The atmosphere is what I would go back for. There was a live band playing outside and it is right on the water. It has a beautiful view of Cincinnati and it is near the Reds stadium. The staff was very polite and checked on us often to see if we needed anything. There is a huge parking lot, so that is not an issue. It was pretty busy for a Thursday night, and I can understand why. Would definitely go back!
(4)
steve s.

I love the outside deck during the summer but I am not a streak eater so this is overrated to me. The salads are average, the chayenne salad with 911 sauce is hot but not to hot. The views of cincinnat are the best part of this place.
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Brian P.

It has a great view and was close to the hotel... Food is average but decent and family priced. Staff works hard and service was good but a bit rushed as they push them hard. It's a tourist trap but a good family choice if looking for lots of choices
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Dan C.

I went there for their wing special and a couple of beers and was told that they were out of wings.... at 6:15. Disappointing after a 23 mile drive. I had a Cobb salad that was below average and had to wait for a server to bring a setup for 3 minutes. Not the kind of experience that makes you want to return ..,
(3)
Heather M.

Bad experience there. Not sure if I will ever go back. My family and I went here on a Saturday evening. It was very busy which we understood. After about 45min of waiting, we were seated and they took our drinks. After 15 minutes, half of our drinks came. Once everyone got their drinks, we ordered our food. 20 minutes in the waitress finally coming back to tell us they were swamped and will check on the food. There was a guy who was the main person serving the food. Ha! he was a "funny" guy. I know everyone has done this where a person comes out of the kitchen with a tray of food and when you see something on it that looks like your order it, you follow him like a mother hawk watching its chicks. And you have that smile on your face thinking "woo hoo! I'm about to eat!" Well that "funny" guy smiled at us and passed us to give the food to the right table. Ugh!! that hurt!! ha ha but quite funny in a way. He did apologize but that still stung. Finally, we got out food but the orders were wrong. My nephew got a bacon cheeseburger and got a crappy, wimpy cheeseburger. My Brother in law got the messy bacon double cheeseburger and got the same as my nephew. My Sister only got half her order and it was burnt and over-cooked. yea... I will not come back.
(1)
Amy E.

The view of the river is fabulous, and the prices for a restaurant with this view is very affordable. However, the food was just okay. Nothing on the menu really appealed to me. The bread with cinnamon butter was delicious. Decent selection of beer, and service was pretty good. I probably wouldn't choose to go back, but if someone else wants to go I would be fine with it.
(3)
Marilynn A.

Went there on a baseball game night, so hey free fireworks. Out with the girls. Don't remember much about the food except that service was slow. Waitress was nice. The drinks knocked our socks off ---which I guess is why I don't remember much else. lol
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Nina S.

Only good for the view. Suburban basic eatery stuck in the city. Wasted space in my opinion. Bad steak, overpriced drinks, service needs to greatly improve as well.
(1)
Coleen P.

I absolutely love the location and atmosphere at Buckhead Mountain Grill! I came here with a group of friends on a nice 75-degree Sunday for brunch. For those worried about the wait, do not fret. My group of 6 was seated within 15 minutes on a table out in the patio! I ordered a "Buckhead favorite," the Denali Double Cheeseburger ($7.99). Other plates on our table included the Hungry Bear Cheeseburger ($8.49), Buffalo Chicken Dinner ($11.99), and the Mushroom Jack Chicken Dinner ($11.99). My double cheeseburger was just okay, tasted like a generic cheeseburger I could have ordered at any other restaurant. My favorite was the buffalo chicken. The best side to order is the creamed spinach! In all I was not super impressed by the food. I wouldn't say that they offer especially uniquely flavored dishes that would separate them from other restaurants, but their food was tasty. The mushroom jack chicken, however came out to us undercooked and had to be sent back to the kitchen. This added another 20 minute wait time to our brunch. Other than that, the experience was pleasant.
(3)
Alex N.

Only reason they are getting two stars is because of the awesome view of the Cincinnati skyline. That's about all the positive things I have to say about Buckhead. I use to go here everyone once in awhile and be satisfied with the meal and service but the last two times was horrendous. The food took over 45 minutes to come out when we had only a party of four. I can understand if they were busy but they were not. On the outside patio there was our table and two others. When it did come out finally the meals were incorrect the burgers were asked to be cooked "well-done" but all came out medium. We asked for fries but instead received chips. The previous time before that on a semi busy Sunday afternoon once of the people at our table received uncooked pork. The waiter agreed and was even shocked that it came out like that.
(2)
Erin F.

With an over 250 person capacity, and waiting lines to prove it, this restaurant is sure to please. Call ahead seating secured our party of 3 adults, 1 toddler and 1 infant with a river view booth within 10 minutes of our arrival. The 2 person service did not disappoint, and the food was excellent. I look forward to eating here again next time I'm in town. I had the salmon with a sweet potato, my sister had the chicken pot pie and brother in law had open faced pot roast sandwich that reminded him of his grandmas. This place must be run by top notch managers to be able to serve a full restaurant of happy guests. Well done Buckheads.
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Kathy M.

We visited Buckhead Mountain Grill for the first time in 4 years. What a surprise how things have changed! The portions were small and for the price you pay it is not worth the money. There are too many other restaurants that are better for the price point in the Cincinnati area. The service was good. The view is good but if you are looking for a good meal, I would try somewhere else.
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Dana J.

Took my dad out last week it was his first time here we had a awesome time food was amazing and we got a table with a great view of the river! I love the Mountain like atmosphere and the ROLLS!
(4)
Anjelica N.

Word of mouth traffic would suggest that Buckhead isn't a huge player in the arena of Cincinnati good eats which is okay with me...considering I know that this place has some of the best eats in town. For all of you non-Buckhead lovers, let me tell you what you're missing. Firstly, there are the cheese boulders also known as deep-fried balls of piping hot ooey-gooey super cheesy cheese... with marinara sauce for dipping. You haven't tasted euphoria until you've had these. I promise. But it doesn't stop there. There's the hearty chicken pot pie which comes with but flakey crust. It's home-style cooking done right. There's also the delicious steak salad which gives you more steak than greens (not gonna not!) with a balsamic vinaigrette. And of course, the bison burger which isn't too game-y. And yes, I've tried all these dishes. It's not like me to eat various things at the same restaurant but Buckhead has such an array of deliciously, affordable eats. Not to mention, there's an outside deck that overlooks the Ohio River! My suggestion is to check out this place for Sunday brunch on a nice day. You won't regret it!
(5)
Emilia L.

BF mentioned he frequented Buckhead Mountain Grill in college and said the cheese boulders were awesome. I can now confirm that. I also really enjoyed the honey rolls and cinnamon butter. I got the meatloaf with mac & cheese and steamed broccoli as my sides. The food came out in good time and our server, Kyle, did a fantastic job. However... I just didn't like my food. The meatloaf fell apart easily and the tomato sauce on top was really tangy for me. The mac & cheese was awful. I'm sorry. It was probably the worst I've ever had, and that includes the boxed Kraft mac & cheese. The noodles were overcooked to the point of mushiness, and the cheese sauce was reminiscent of watery Velveeta. I had to send it back. I got the blue cheese coleslaw in its place and that was fine. Just coleslaw with bits of blue cheese in it. A combo I would have never thought of, but it paired well with the meatloaf. They have pretty views of the Ohio River, though.
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Kathleen K.

I've eaten dinner here quite a few times, but last night was the first time I had eaten here for the WEBN Labor Day Fireworks.. Let me start off by saying that I will definitely go that route again next year. It's so convenient for the parking, having a clean bathroom, and a table and chairs to watch the show. We paid $90 a piece for our outdoor table. This included appetizers, dinner buffet, and dessert. You honestly cannot beat the view not just for the fireworks, but anytime. The two people waiting on us were very friendly considering they were working in the heat on a holiday, but they were really really slow. Here's why I decided to write a review now: the food was terrible. This is probably the first time I've been to Buckhead and not had a burger. Last nights buffet was ribs, mahi mahi, Grandma's Chicken, green beans, shrimp fettuchini alfredo, mac and cheese, and fruit salad. Honestly, all I could eat was the mac and cheese, and even that was pretty gross. The ribs were inedible and chewy, the shrimp alfredo was dried out, and the green beans looked like they came from a can. Craig had the Grandma's chicken, and it was so salty he couldn't finish it. Listen, the view from the patio is awesome, and that's what I'll keep going for, but I won't be eating anything other then a burger from here on out.
(3)
Jordan S.

I have been here quite a few times and they produce good food. I am in love with the Cheyenne chicken salad with hot sauce. It is something nice and different with a spicy salad. Its a big portion also. I have also had the buffalo chicken and am very happy with that too. The brunch is a little pricy but very good. Turns out I like their chicken pot pie, and I normal don't like chicken pot pie. Never would have know it if it wasn't for the brunch. They also have an app that gives you $3 off right away, then $10 back every $100.
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Keith F.

This place seems to be made for the elderly. It's was very warm and dimly lit and the food was very dry and the staff didn't seem to know what was going on. For the price it was definitely not worth the trip.
(1)
Shannon S.

Went here on a busy Sunday afternoon. It was one of the first nice weekends of the year. They were pretty busy after the Heart Mini downtown. As I checked in, I said party of 3 and would like to so outside if possible (not a necessity). The hostess quoted 40 min wait. As we watched party after party seated in front of us I realized we were likely waiting longer for outdoor seating, which I understood. After an hour of waiting, I approached the hostess to figure out why we were twenty minutes over our quoted time. Before I got through my question, the hostess cut me off and scolded me that I had been told that they DO NOT quote times for outdoor seating. I was actually not told this and did not exclusively request outdoor seating. As I was standing up there, I did hear her say this to other patrons. However they didn't say it to me 60 min earlier. I then requested to be seated at the next available table, inside or outside, which they accommodated quickly. The food was fine, but nothing spectacular. We had ribs and steaks. The waitress was nice enough. However, the hostess' poor attitude has assured we won't be returning. I understand that you are busy, but don't scold your customer for politely asking a question. However, she was yelling at the other girls for not seating the guests quickly enough for her taste as she yelled out party and table numbers, so I'm guessing this is nothing new. Thanks, but no thanks.
(2)
Katie V.

Beyond delicious!!! My boyfriend & I ordered the queso & spinach queso app, he said the queso wasn't anything to ride home about, but the spinach dip was amazing. I ordered the meatloaf & it was amazing. There's onion & celery chunks, but they're soft & the taste of the meatloaf was killer. Green beans were also delicious with a loaded baked potato. Yum! My boyfriend got the open roast beef & he ate it right up. It comes on open bread, smothered with gravy with mashed potatoes in the center. He got Mac n cheese which was good as well. Over all I'd come back any time & order the meatloaf, I really just can't get over how good it was. Went at 2pm on a Saturday & the service was prompt & thorough as Well from our waiter. The view of the river is fantastic as well. I recommend this place to anyone in the area that have no idea where to go!
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Randy W.

Eaten on the deck a few times, and inside by the nice massive windows. The scenery and interior is just fantastic. The food is top and these folks seem to take pride in their jobs ,service, food, and decor. Mild wing appetizer, and the special of the day the chicken mole with load baked potato. The food was perfect, my waiter was extremely nice to me and my 5 year old.
(5)
John B.

Enjoyed dining on the patio and had the Santa Rosa Chicken Salad. The peanut sauce was a great compliment to the chicken and other salad goodies. The breeze off the river can help keep ya cool on a hot summer night. The only negative thing you might experience is that liquids can drop through the metal grate tables. Our server accidentally poured a bit of water on my leg. No big deal... Side note, the stuffed buffalo head near the bathrooms can make for some silly group photos.
(4)
Alex S.

I would have never known Buckhead existed if someone didn't bring it up to me - and I travel through Bellevue all the time. It's tucked away, right near the river. You can see it from the main road, but only if you know it's there. Otherwise, you'll keep driving by again and again, which is a shame because it's a pretty good spot. It's monstrously big. You walk in and you think you're setting it all in a giant one room in front of you - not at all. The waitress took me back where there was even more space to sit. And I'm glad she did, because the view is amazing. This is a hunting lodge themed eatery - wood walls everywhere, fake buffalo heads on the wall, and so on. Somehow though, it doesn't feel tacky. I think that's because of the insane view of the river. Giant windows look out onto the Ohio and it's gorgeous. It actually made me stop and go, "whoa." If you can sit back here, do it. Even though I didn't drink that day (it was like noon), the beer selection was solid. I could have come back here later on another day and been very happy to just try what they had. The food was? Meh. I got the meatloaf which wasn't anything special - however, the side of fried green tomatoes were pretty stellar. And they brought giant warm rolls to start off with what I think was honey butter - that was great. And our waiter was awesome. Attentive, friendly, made good suggestions, always there if we needed anything. A+ to that. Buckhead is a small chain (although this is the only one close to us) and it kind of feels that way - a restaurant trying hard to feel like a comfortable place to get a bite to eat and drink. A place where you won't be served anything crazy but you'll know the food and the service will be decent. That's just how it felt.
(4)
Mike B.

Nice hot bread/rolls with honey butter; had the bison burger and it wasn't bad; nice service; this one rating though is a soft four since it wasn't poor enough for a 3
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Kevin B.

Definitely has an amazing view of Cincinnati. Me and my girlfriend went last night and really enjoyed food. We got the appetizer sampler and the cheese boulders were by far the best, I also had the New York Strip with a loaded baked potato and a Caesar Salad. The steak was cooked perfectly (medium rare) and the baked potato was incredible. I am not sure if its possible but I would avoid the salad if you can. It seems soggy and the lettuce was not that great, the dressing and croutons were very good though. All in all I will be back to enjoy another steak and some cheese boulders.
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Andi S.

Came here on a beautiful Friday night with my boyfriend and his 6 year old. We asked to be seated outside, and they said it would be a short wait. Lies. 50 minutes later, we were finally seated outside, and we saw several open tables. Our waitress was very friendly and accommodating. And the view of the Cincinnati skyline was awesome. The only good aspects of our experience at Buckheads. The food was pretty horrible. I ordered the special (crab stuffed grouper), but I later found out they were out. So I got the chicken penne pasta with Alfredo sauce and a side of mixed veggies. The pasta was gross. Mushy, bland, and cold. The chicken was okay. And the veggies were overseasoned. The meal tasted as if I ordered a cheap frozen meal. My boyfriend ordered the salmon, which he said was okay. His son ordered chicken fingers and macaroni and cheese. He wouldn't eat the Mac, which says a lot. Believe it or not, I am not one to openly complain about food at restaurants. But I just couldn't hold back. I might come back to the outside bar for drinks and appetizers, but will not be back for a real meal. The food has really gone downhill.
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Todd G.

Love the outside deck to eat on. Food is good and good service. A nice family place to sine outside!
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Morgan E.

I've been to Buckhead plenty of times over the years and it still remains one of my favorite restaurants. They manage to do comfort food well and within in a reasonable price. I love their side salads because they are large and have a lot of toppings - including chopped eggs and bacon. Some places just throw a handful of bagged salad in a bowl and call it a side salad - Buckhead does it up right. I love the fried green tomatoes but sometimes it's more panko than it is tomato. The grainy mustard sauce that comes with it is the best. Other dishes I love are meat loaf, mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, and chicken pot pie. Aside from the food - this place has one of the best views in the entire city. Go at night and sit by the window (or on the patio in warm-weather months) - the skyline all lit up is beautiful.
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Louise D.

I wanted to give this place 4 stars for the view and the pretty good cheese cake I had, but the service was unfortunately not as good as I expected. It may have been because I was bringing a stroller with a baby to the patio but hey, it was a sunny midweek afternoon so I'm allowed, yes? Anyway, I wasn't happy with the service. Also, the general atmosphere was a bit weird, it felt like people just come to drink during happy hour and literally try to drink as much as possible, which is encouraged by the waiters. Nothing wrong with that, it's just not the type of place I was looking for. I still really enjoyed the time spent here though, thanks to the beautiful views!
(3)
Jamie A.

I recently ate here with my fiance and my parents. We were told the wait for a table was going to be about 30 minutes (it was a Saturday evening) but we wound up only waiting for about 15. We had a great corner booth in the back with a view of the river and several TVs showing the football game. I will say, it does get pretty loud. Our service was quick and efficient. I had the grilled whitefish and it was absolutely delicious. The rolls with cinnamon butter are also really good. My fiance recommends the burgers, my mom recommends the steak, and my dad recommends the pork chops (although he did say getting them blackened made them a touch too spicy for his taste). The prices are reasonable and the food is pretty awesome. If you're looking for a good appetizer, try the cheese boulders!
(4)
Katie U.

I regularly pick this place for my birthday dinner. I love being right on the river. There is a wide selection on the menu, prices are reasonable for this type of restaurant, and I've enjoyed everything I've tried.
(4)
Ken H.

We were visiting from Florida and my mother-in-law suggested we grab something to eat at Buckhead Mountain Grill on Friday 12/23/11. It's in a convenient location right along the Ohio River in Newport, KY and has fantastic views of the Downtown Cincinnati skyline from either it's outside seating or, if you're lucky enough as we were, from one of several tables lined up along the windows. They were able to accommodate our window request within 10 minutes of arrival. There were about 4-5 people that seemed to be in the host\hostess capacity up front and I'm not sure why they need that many as there seemed to be a lot of down time with playful banter going on, which can be forgiven in a casual dining atmosphere like this. In fact, they seem to have a robust staff serving, bussing, and whatever else needed to be done. Not only did our table have a great view of the towering buildings and lights across the river, we had a view of multiple televisions showing an assortment of live football and basketball games. Our server displayed most everything you could ask for in a server; she was pleasant, knowledgeable, attentive, and quick. We started with a basket of their delicious bread and cinnamon butter, which were right out of the oven and melted in our mouths. We also had the cheese boulders, a cousin of the traditional fried cheese sticks but with a different shape and a bit of a kick. For my entrÃ©e, I decided on the Big Fork Burrito, which was stuffed with shredded chicken and cheese and is covered with a queso sauce. I enjoyed it but after about a quarter of the way through, I wished it did not have the sauce on top...just a bit too much cheese. The plate was rounded out with black beans, lettuce, tomato, and sour cream. Everyone else seemed to enjoy their meals from the Kentucky Hot Brown to the Chicken Pot Pie. The portions were large enough to fill us up and we decided to not get dessert. Overall, our experience at Buckhead's was a success and I'd like to go back and try a different entrÃ©e.
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Angela C.

I thought really hard about bumping this up one star because the service and the restaurant space itself was great, but I just couldn't. I will say that if this were a place I ended up at to sit on the patio and have a few drinks only, I could probably even give Buckhead 4 stars. The view of the river and of Cincinnati is great. The restaurant theme and decor as a mountain grill is great. Sadly, the reality is, I ate lunch here with the in-laws and the food left plenty to be desired. It tasted like they literally dumped out of a large frozen dinner box and heated up for me. I had the chicken pot pie with mashed potatoes and green beans. There was not a single part of that meal that didn't taste completely pre-made from a can, the freezer or box. The husband got the meatloaf and mac and cheese- also completely underwhelming. You get big portions and the food is relatively inexpensive, but even that didn't save the day. Food at Buckhead, no thanks. Drinks and patio at Buckhead, sure, why not?
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Rebecca S.

First of all, the food is great. But they hire way too many teens with attitudes to get any kudos from me on service. Here's the short version of my experience: I made a reservation for 5 people and even called the day of, to confirm, because it was for my Mom's 71st birthday. We wanted to sit outside. The kid put us at a small, square table for 4 and wanted to pull up another chair to sit our 5th person on the corner of the table. This is a small table for 4 people, let alone trying to fit 5 people with birthday presents and a cake. There were at least 10 empty tables around, but he wouldn't pull 2 together. I also asked to sit more in the shade and that was not accommodated either. Quickly realizing this kid was going to be NO help, I let him seat us and then took it upon myself to pull 2 tables together in a more shady spot. As I was doing this, a teenaged server came out and treated me like a child in telling me I couldn't do that (I'll spare you the details). It was unbelievable the way they kept saying what we "COULDN'T" do, without any offer of a solution to the obvious problems! Later, they pulled together two tables... in the shade... for another reservation that hadn't even arrived by the time we left. Also..... we were given 5 tiny, dirty plates to use for our cake. (I even called ahead to make sure it was ok with them if I brought a cake or see if they had a dessert I should order... they told me to bring my cake, so this was not "against the rules.") Our server wasn't around when I realized the plates were dirty, so we asked ASHLEY (I think was her name... young with long brown hair and an attitude) if we could have 5 clean plates. She literally rolled her eyes and said she would get to it. Yeah... never happened... I ended up grabbing plates off that other table that was set up for another reservation and Miss Ashley never did come back. We definitely got the strong message that we were not respected as customers. It was really unbelievable.
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Cathy R.

Now that I"ve lived here longer AND eaten inside Buckhead, I thought I should update my review (and award an extra star). We recently went on a weekend night, knowing there would be a wait. We were comfortable, however, at a small high top, kind of in the lobby area, outside of the busy, packed bar and didn't wait that long (less than 20 min). We were seated in a roomy booth where I proceeded to lose both my debit card and a flash drive out of my purse. Since I didn't discover the loss until an entire day later, I didn't make the connection that I might have lost the items at Buckhead. When I finally called there, all of the employees I spoke with were extremely helpful. Turns out they had the card (already cancelled at this point of course) and later turned up the flash drive. I was extremely relieved and pleased with the help of Buckhead's staff. Over time, our usual menu selections include Buffalo Chicken Sandwich or Wrap, the Hot Brown and the Big Fork Burrito. The portions are generous. I've also been several times for happy hour with colleagues (always in the warmer weather at the spacious patio). Happy hour appetizers and drink prices are good.
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Keith S.

I called tonight and asked about call ahead seating. Noah said what time, I said 6:15. He said call back 30 minutes before. I asked him is that how it works and he responded I cannot help you right now, goodbye. I said hey I still have questions and he hung up. I called back and he denied it I asked to speak to a manager. A woman got on the line and as I started explaining what happened she said, how many loudly. I wasn't done talking and she was rude. I am now not eating there tonight with my family as was my plan. Terrible customer service. You lost a customer today.
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Ed P.

After watching my dad run the Flying Pig Marathon on Sunday, a group of us headed for the Buckhead Mountain Grill for lunch. I'm no stranger to Buckhead as I have eaten there numerous times before moving away from Cincinnati. Their location in Northern Kentucky, right on the Ohio River, offers great views of the city and obviously the river. It was a little rainy and cool during our visit so we couldn't take advantage of their great deck, but I have used it before and the views are even better out there. One thing that really surprised me was that they actually have a pretty good selection of craft beer. I don't recall that from prior visits, but that may be due to a non well-defined palate in my younger years. One thing I did remember was their delicious rolls and cinnamon butter that are served at the start of every meal. These were just as wonderful as I remembered them to be. I ordered the buffalo chicken sandwich with 911 sauce and a side of fried green tomatoes. The chicken sandwich was served covered in jalapeÃ±os in addition to the spicier sauce, but I didn't find it to be overbearing. I would say it was definitely one of the better buffalo chicken sandwiches I have had in recent memory and at $7.99 it is probably one of the cheapest too. The fried green tomatoes were also quite good, though I have had better. Others in our group had the Durango wrap and the bruschetta turkey burger to name a few, and I didn't hear any complaints on the food. Another thing that was great was our service! We had eight adults, 1 child, and 3 babies in our group. Our server was very quick with all orders (and refills when needed) especially considering the size of our party. And at the end of the meal he offered to split up the check for us before we had to ask. I love when that happens!
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Megan K.

Ive been coming here for years!! I love the nice view of the river!!! Best rolls ever!! Great prices (lunch for four including an app was 45.00) Super service! Relaxing Lunch!
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Barrett H.

I'm a pretty big fan of Buckhead Mountain. Yes, it's pretty much an American chain restaurant, but it's better than any Friday's, Applebee's, or Chili's. In addition to pretty decent food for a casual spot, Buckhead excels in other areas as well. First, the service is often exceptional. (Although the host station tends to be one of those where you feel like you're interrupting a conversation when you ask for a table. Always 2-4 people yapping who don't always want to stop talking as you approach.) The servers are excellent. Friendly, but not in a cheesy or overbearing way. They're always receptive to modifications of menu items and seem genuinely concerned with the overall experience. My wife and I have realized that were on a 3-trip streak of leaving Buckhead talking about how nice our server was. The menu is what you'd expect from the other, lesser restaurants I mentioned earlier. The food is typically a step above the other chains, though. A little bump in quality of what they buy, and some more work at making things in-house is definitely noticeable here. In addition, while this isn't a brewpub, there is a focus on local/regional beers and several taps are always rotating. Having a Kentucky Bourbon Barrel served in a snifter glass makes me a lot happier than a Bud Light in a giant mug with ice melting inside of it. One thing that isn't great is something that at least one other reviewer mentioned: you'll sometimes get ambushed with ingredients that aren't listed on the menu. Anything that comes with a mix of vegetables can be a toss up and for some reason, their steaks tend to come covered in fried onion strings. I can and do eat anything, so it doesn't bother me much, but I know it always knocks a little wind out of my wife's sails when she sees her steak covered in a food she hates. If you're a picky eater, you've got to be on your A-game to avoid ingredients you don't like. And I know for me it's a little harder to rant at your waiter about not wanting any surprises with your meal when they're being so darn nice. The views and the ease of access from downtown Cincinnati are both great. Be warned though that this place gets absolutely slammed on busy nights. Even with a large, private parking lot, it can be hard to find a spot and wait times are often over an hour. Come on a weekday or be prepared to wait, but you'll be glad you came either way.
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Nate W.

Went here with a party of 8. Made reservations and arrived on time, yet still had to wait an additional 30 minutes for our table. The waiter was prompt at first but disappeared for the rest of the meal after we received our drinks. Most of our drink cups remained empty the rest of the meal. Half of our party was dissatisfied with their meal, with steaks either cooked too well or too rare. My gyro featured a pita that was as stale as a rock, with overdone steak. The only reason this restaurant was given a star was because of the view of downtown Cincinnati... And the rolls are pretty good
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Tara B.

Get the mushroom chicken... delicious. I've ordered the prime rib before and was disappointed.
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Jessica S.

I must have run on a treadmill along the windows at Bellevue's Urban Active a hundred times, yet I never noticed Buckhead Mountain Grill until I met up with friends there last night! Walking up the front steps, you feel like you're walking into a wooden lodge... and it smells like a sauna! It was pretty dead when we got there (6:00pm on a Monday) but once enough of our party was there, we were seated. There are plenty of TVs around the place, especially near the bar. The decor is extremely tacky, with mounted moose and buffalo heads and stuffed bobcats galore. At least there is a really great view of Cincinnati and the Ohio River. Our service was good and our waitress was extremely friendly. If it wasn't Passover, I would've tried their rolls (with cinnamon butter!) but they did look good! I got the 4-sides plate for dinner (baked sweet potato, cashew wild rice, baked apples, and steamed broccoli) with the soup du jour (vegetarian vegetable) to start. Overall, the food was okay, but it was pretty obvious to me that with the exception of the potato, I doubt anything I was served was made that day or from scratch. The soup was very salty, as was the rice, but that's to be expected when dining out pretty much anywhere. My friends who got the buffalo chili seemed to really enjoy it. I wasn't up for drinking that night, but they have daily drink specials that seem like a pretty good deal. By the time we left, there were a few more people in the place, but it still seemed empty. In the end, I'll come back if someone else insists on it; but if I'm going to Bellevue or Newport for food there are probably a half dozen places I'd choose over Buckhead.
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Robyn C.

I've come to Buckhead a few times and the food is okay at best. I would much rather eat somewhere else with the same type food. The prices were a bit high, but the location is good. I love the Ohio River views and the ambiance inside is comfortable. No wait usually for dinner. I give this four stars due to the atmosphere... Otherwise they would get only three stars based on the taste of food and prices.
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Zack F.

Pretty straight forward concept. It looks like a Montana eatery and comes across as such. For me, the saving grace of this place is the amazingly large deck out back that overlooks the river and Mt. Adams. It makes it a prime spot for late afternoon/early evening happy hour gatherings with larger groups of friends. Parking can be a bit tricky though. They do run happy hour specials, though if you arrive too early, you may have to hunt around for a server for the deck area, or just get service at the bar. If you do have a larger size group, they will gladly split the checks but they will charge an automatic 18% gratuity and might not mention it to you, so be aware of that.
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Katherine D.

I had tried this years ago when it first opened and my two sons loved it, but I didn't think positively nor negatively about it. A friend and I tried it again a month or so ago and I loved it. I've been there several times since because I just really like the atmosphere, the menu choices, and the service is absolutely terrific. I ordered the potato skins and they are seriously loaded with goodies! The staff is shows the perfect amount of attentiveness and seem to be standing there right when you need a refill or a question answered! Buckheads will definitely be on our list when we're considering places to dine out. It was a treat!
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Adrian C.

Monster portions, check. Great service, check. Amazing view of the river, check. And cheese boulders????!!! Yes please! These little pillows of fried multi-cheese goodness will have you saying "diet-schmiet" after one bite, as they make the typical mozerella stick appetizer of other places just seem outdated. You get 6 so bring a friend, or four, as these are rich and ooey gooey. As for the sides, they have a decent selection to choose from, including fried green tomatoes, a southern staple that can be poorly executed but at Buckhead, is effortlessly presented in a tasty little package. The KY hot brown is also amazing, as are the usual offerings of steaks, grilled chicken, salmon, burgers, and soups/salads. The prices are mid-range and great for a nice date or gathering of friends/family. This joint is also very kid friendly, offering crayons/paper to (hopefully) avoid any meltdowns while the food is being prepared. In addition, the hot, fresh yeast rolls that are brought to your table along with cinnamon/sugar butter are great little appetizers on their own, providing the perfect happy snack for your little foodies or the cranky one in the group who may have a low blood sugar meltdown *hides her face*
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NK D.

Service was great, fast, nice. Non-smoking establishment, so thats always a bonus! Food, typical All American diner so-so, but the cinnamon sugar butter on their rolls?!?! Holy Moly!! My inner fat girl came out in full force. So good!
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Bill K.

Always consistent, great food at very realistic pricing. Today's visit offered exceptional food and service on a very busy summer holiday weekend. It's great to have a go-to place you can always count on. A great plus, especially if you have out of town guests is the location directly on the south bank of the Ohio River with great views of the bridges and Cincinnati skyline.
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Denver L.

After watching Cirque in Kentucky we were all starving and looking for someplace to go. Beth's uncle Chris recommended Buckhead very highly. Its hidden on the river near Joe's crab shack across the street from Party Source. They have a unique exterior reminding me of wood cabins i have stayed at. When you walk inside its much the same. We asked for an outside seating area, with summer weather in march, you take full advantage of it Our waiter was slow, it took about 5 minutes to see him before we got our drink order and when he returned with them it was for another table. I'm a hot roll fan, its bread, its hot, and with butter life is complete. They served our table a fresh batch of them that should of stayed in the over a few more minutes. Very doughy and nothing like what you would expect. :( I ordered the santa fe chicken with broccoli and a baked potato. My chicken was delicious, although it had more of an asian flavor with black beans on top. My potato didn't arrive and i had to ask for it. By the time it showed up i was just done. I will give this place a second try. It was packed and servers seemed to be struggling. However service was being meet for most tables expect for those my our server.
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Debbie M.

I've visited Buckhead a few times before reviewing - to be fair. I'm a fan. First of all, you cannot beat the view of the Cincinnati skyline, and the location on the river. Fabulous. But, we come for the food, right? I've had several different dishes at Buckhead, and my favorites are the smothered sirloin - which is a juicy steak with mushrooms, onions and cheese atop. HOWEVER! Be careful, because the first time I had it, they also threw green peppers in, which were NOT on the menu and I cannot STAND peppers! So now, each time I order it, I make sure to tell them NO GREEN PEPPERS, even though they're not listed on the menu. I'm not going to risk that again. I also enjoy the Cheyenne Chicken Salad, which is a green salad with your choice of either grilled, fried or buffalo style fried chicken on top. Always a hit, and they give you a good size portion for the price. Of course, you can't get enough of their yeast rolls - MMmmm.....but I opt for the regular butter instead of the cinnamon butter they offer. I tried the Pike's Peak dessert, which is basically a huge slab of ice cream with crumbled Reese's cups, hot fudge and peanut butter sauce over it. Its huge, so be ready to share. Very good, if you have room at the end of your dinner. The service is always top notch and we never have to wait for refills on drinks or anything. The ambience is cool too - the place is set up to look like a mountain lodge - log construction, antler chandeliers and fireplaces make it very cozy. Be prepared to wait a LONG time on a weekend night, like any place else. One of the few good reasons to venture into Kentucky. Ha!
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Marie A.

LOVE THE HAPPY HOUR AND APPS. Food entrees are horrible! Grilled chicken Salad was about $11 and the chicken was grey and weird looking. However I would go back for the great outdoor seating, happy hour and apps! Great river view
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Chelsea R.

Appetizers were great and the atmosphere was nice, too. Unfortunately, my salmon was undercooked. The waiter handled the situation well and made sure my bill was compensated. Overall, it was a good experience.
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Deborah H.

The four-star rating is for the awesome patio seating with the incredible view of the river and downtown Cincinnati. The salmon was good, as was the company...four people solving the world's problems! We were there for over two hours and never felt rushed. It was nice to savor one of the few nice afternoons we have before winter.
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Chris C.

I ate here last evening for the 1st time. The best thing is the VIEW, especially from the outside deck! Our large group of 17 women ate inside however (we later sat outside for drinks & talk), and the service was good. I never was asked if I needed a drink refill (I did) or dessert (I didn't). We got separate checks, which is most appreciated. The food was OK (I tried potato skins & Hot Brown), but my broccoli side was mushy, tiny, tasteless pieces.
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Stephen G.

To say we had a VERY mixed experience at this family restaurant on the riverfront is an understatement! The place was packed when we went - admittedly Labor Day at 5pm - but the server quickly found us a table near the windows from where we could gaze, adoringly, at the Cincinnati skyline and adjacent hills. A glance at the menu showed Buckhead to be a run-of-the-mill establishment serving up what the wife and I often describe as "GFS food". Your standard fayre of burgers, wings, sandwiches, steaks and the suchlike... or mild variations thereof. There's nothing 'off piste' here to confuse and nothing to expand anyone's taste buds beyond the bland and samey. The ambiance is a strange hybrid of Cracker Barrel meets multi-screened sports bar with a sprinkling of Bob Evans for good luck. As such, it shouldn't really work but - like I said - the place was heaving with customers, so go figure the Northern Kentucky mindset. The food was just as expected with no surprises whatsoever. Our server was attentive to begin with then fell off the rails completely, forgetting to ask if my wife wanted another beer and not even offering us any dessert choices... just unceremoniously presenting the check as she took away our empty plates. However, towards the end of our meal, we seemed to experience the true 'nature' of the Buckhead and its poor attitude towards customers. On a table next to ours a poor little kid had the misfortune to be sick and throw up all over the floor. The parents were mortified and to her credit the mother did lean over to us and apologize profusely for what her boy had done. Three separate servers were duly notified of the problem, all three replying it would be taken care of. Astonishingly, it took a good FIFTEEN minutes before someone came and cleaned up the mess, during which time departing customers were inadvertently trampling in the vomit and then presumably walking it all the way across the floor through the restaurant to the front door. On that basis alone - an inability to quickly and efficiently respond to this problem - I don't think we'll ever go back. If the staff and management can react so slowly to this important health issue then it really does make you wonder how they treat cleanliness and hygiene out in the kitchen.
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Juliane S.

Not bad. Service is good, menu is not imaginative but this is more of a suburban restaurant and not an indie. It is a good spot for meetings for work and they can accommodate large parties and do have private rooms. They have a patio that is nice. It's Applebees and Friday's in a fake wood rustic setting.
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Stacey L.

I'm really not a fan of chain America-style restaurants. I generally avoid them like the plague and am in constant search of the unusual eating experience. So you can imagine how much it irritates me that I really like this place! First off, it is in that wonderful row of restaurants in Newport that have a fantastic view of downtown Cincinnati and great outdoor patios. I love kicking back and enjoying a sunny day on the river. The inside is cozily decorated like a mountain lodge... in a pretty cheesy way. Inside the restaurant is broken up into multiple rooms so it never seems very loud. The menu is typical American chain restaurant. I really like their fajitas. All the food is served quickly and hot. All of the servers we have ever had here have been good. They are friendly and chatty. Ask for Dustin- He is a former student of mine and a great server. My only complaint is that the wait can be long at times. But, they often have drink specials at the bar to make the wait go a little faster.
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Leigh H.

I like how Buckhead claims to be "local," yet strives to emulate massive, boring, milquetoast chain restaurants in every single way. The whole place is just meh: food is mediocre, service is poor, and when we went at lunchtime, we were the youngest people there by at least 30 years. The design of the place is also bizarre and unsettling (yes, I notice these things, and you should, too); the ceiling joists are extremely low-hanging and unwieldy, and tacky antler chandeliers make up the rest of the ambiance. Pro tip: if you get the Bison Burger, they'll cook it to Medium temperature, whereas everything else they have a disclaimer that they'll only cook it to Medium Well. Which is kind of dumb, if you think about it, especially if you're an establishment that serves steaks and burgers. Some of us can handle our meat properly cooked, thankyouverymuch. Anyway, the bison burger was pretty tasty, but the fries had some weird Mrs. Dash-esque seasoning that left a bad taste in my mouth for hours. The view of the Ohio River and downtown is quite pretty, but there are better options to choose from on either side of the river for much higher quality experiences.
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Tara N.

I'm always pleasantly surprised when I visit Buckhead. Parking is easy, which is a rarity in Newport, and there always seems to be a table available here. The servers work in teams and provide top notch service, much better than expected at a casual restaurant. The food is definitely good. I can't say I crave it, but the portions are generous and the meals are good. Their house salad, for $3.99, includes cheese, bacon, croutons, tomatoes, and cucumbers as toppings, which is a rarity for a house salad. This is a great place to take a group, especially if you have some picky eaters with you. The menu is really varied and has something for everyone! Add to that the incredible city views, and you're in for a good time.
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Stephen C.

A good place to eat. The service was excellent. The bar had a decent selection of craft brewed beers, one of which was on special for $2 when I was there, which you never see. They also had 15 TVs, just in the bar area; there were many more scattered around the rest of the restaurant. The food was ok. I had the pulled pork sandwich. I wasn't overly impressed by it, but it wasn't bad either. The homemade potato chips, on the other hand, were delicious. If it was warmer outside, I would have opted to sit on the deck. They have a nice seating arrangement out there on the river. It's gorgeous scenery, but is not too far from the bridge into Cincinnati, so I don't know what the noise level is. And of course I can't forget to mention free wifi. I would definitely return. But with $2 craft brews, I may never leave.
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Beth C.

My family came to visit me in Cinci this past weekend. They love the atmosphere of the mountains and log cabins, and my brother had expressed that he wanted to sit on the river and see the city. So what better place to take them to! The atmosphere is spot on. The customer service was friendly and accomodating. We enjoyed everything we ate from the cheese boulders to the buffalo burgers and the dessert! Pike's Peek is the way to go to end your meal! We passed it around to 6 people, but it was so good I think we all wished we had our own! I will definitely be spending more time here in the spring and summer months on the deck!
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Benjamin W.

I had friends tell me about Buckhead years and years ago, and recommended the place. I kept meaning to get around to it, and a looooong time later, I finally did. My wife and I stopped in after a day of wine tasting, and we were not disappointed. I'm glad we finally got around to checking it out. When we arrived, we were told it could be 30-45 minutes before we were seated. We were hoping for a shorter wait, but we went ahead and put our name in and waited. Glad we did, we were only waiting about 20 minutes before we were seated. Apparently, they do a good job of moving people through. When we looked at the menu, we were happy to see that the prices were reasonable, and the menu had a lot of good looking options. Although tempting, I skipped the burrito and got the Beavercreek Center Cut Sirloin. I added their bourbon butter, mushrooms, and bleu cheese. Wow, it came out perfectly prepared and full of flavor. Our waitress had asked if I wanted A-1 or other steak sauce - forget it. It was great without it. The potato soup was interesting as well. Instead of being like other restaurants', Buckhead uses chunks of potato and it made for a great soup. We enjoyed it thoroughly. I could have done without the Caesar salad. The dressing was very pungent and didn't taste all that great. If you're into that, fine, but either they overdid it with the anchovy sauce, or they season it funny. I will skip that in the future. We skipped over dessert, but there are a few dessert options on the menu that are worth checking out next time. They had some insane dish with brownie, ice cream, hot fudge, and caramel. Sounded fantastic. For the sports lover, they have a lot of TVs in the bar area and they have units you can request that you can dial into the sound for different TVs/channels. Nice feature in a fairly loud setting. Only complaint I had that night is we were seated right under the HVAC vent, and I had it blowing full-bore on my eyes. Dried out my contacts pretty bad, but the temperature was quite nice. All in all, great visit, and we will be back again.
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Amy P.

Very little for vegetarians. I wasnt able to find anything appetizing on the menu, and ended up buying several side dishes as my meal. Will avoid in the future.
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David G.

I live close by and love being able to get take out from here. The food is always made right, which is unusual for a chain restaurant. Good job
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Marcus J.

Thought I'd give the Buckhead Grill a try. I wasn't bad, and I wouldn't mind going back. The food is satisfying but not exceptional. I had a Bourbon Buttered ribeye with bleu cheese. Again, decent but not exceptional.
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Paul K.

I had always wondered why there aren't many restaurants that take advantages of Ohio River and its view. Maybe I haven't explored the area enough, but I was always curious. Then I found Buckhead Mountain Grill. I was excited about all the positive reivews. I went there last night which was Thursday dinner. The place was huge which I like about it. I don't like to be seating tight and be too close to strangers when I eat. And the view was really awesome too especially when it got dark. It wil be very nice to dine outside when the weather gets sunny and warm. The food was pretty good, but nothing surprised me. I think it is probably average steakhouse menu. There were some house specials, but I wasn't that interested it. My girlfriend and I shared a bowl of chili, durango chicken wrap, and center cut sirloin. The quaility was excellent, I think they did good job on grilling it medium-rare. My girlfriend is a huge fan of chili and she said it was very good. I have to say the service was great, the waitress was friendly, kind, and caring. She didn't rush anything, and had good timings for everything - refill, serving food, and check, too. This place does not have any special food that makes me crave, but it has great overall experience. It has a good view, comfortable seating, great staff, and decent (if not great) food. I will come back anytime when I want beer and steak (or rib although I didn't try them).
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Susan R.

A co-worker picked up a half-sized Cheyenne (buffalo-style) chicken salad for me, and I wish she hadn't bothered. The salad itself was smaller than most half salads. A few pieces of lettuce, some bacon, a ton of disgusting croutons, and mushy diced tomatoes. I've eaten there before, and last time I went the food was wonderful (pot pie), but the service was horrendous. We waited forever; it took over an hour and a half to eat lunch, which is ridiculous. The 3rd times the charm? If I ever find out, I'll let you know.
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Jack R.

If you just want a sit down restaurant and you are in Newport can't go wrong here. I have been here a couple of times. The food is good and the prices about average. It is one of the few places in Cincinnati that you can get a buffalo burger at. When it is nice outside they have a nice patio but there could be a wait for out side seating never a wait for inside though because of how big it is. I love the huge windows that over look the river. It;s a place that you know what you are going to get each time and it doesn't change. It makes it a good place to stop for lunch or dinner.
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P.J K.

Nice casual place. Sat on the patio
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Kay N.

Lunch Wed. was very nice. We were seated quickly. Had a very nice view of the river/ Ohio side. We both had salads which were good. The service was prompt and things were nice. A bit too large and commercial for me but most other people like that environment!
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Becky S.

Best Feature: Food is mouth-wateringly amazing! Worst Feature: . . . . I can't come up with one. So this was a fairly recent discovery; I had not even known Buckhead existed up until this past year. That's surprising, given my love of Newport and the riverside attractions, but it was absolutely amazing to find this restaurant! First off, the view itself is amazing. You're right by the river, and if the weather is nice you can have outdoor seating and enjoy the view! If you'd rather stay inside, they have PLENTY of seating available there as well! Upon walking in, the restaurant welcomes you - literally and metaphorically. The staff is always friendly and seats us very quickly; a few times we've had to wait a bit, but it's never ridiculous. The decor is inviting as well! Both tables and booths of varying locations and sizes, so you can always get seated in a neat place. We always prefer the window view of the river, and they're very accommodating! As soon as we sit, the servers are always quick to be friendly and informative about the daily specials going on. I've never had one bad experience with any waitress/waiter there! Every single one is fantastic and have gone above and beyond my expectations. That's quality service!! The drink selection is fabulous here - they have many beers, both imported and local. I think they've even had local beers such as Mt. Carmel on the list! Regardless, there's not a time I've gone that I don't try out something new. They also have the usual sodas and water available. The menu selections is insane - they have plenty to choose from and all of it is delicious! The only thing I can say I wasn't as big of a fan of was the chicken wrap. I usually go and get a burger because they have amazing burgers here! I'd also recommend the cheese balls as an appetizer - if you like fried breading around melted cheese, you'll fall in love with these. I've tried many different things on the menu and I can attest to their fantastic entrees! They also have televisions available, I believe, so you can watch sports games or various programs. It's a wonderful place to sit and relax! This has become a personal favorite of mine. I love this restaurant and it tops the list of favorite places to go. It has everything one could ask for - great service, amazing food, breathtaking views, and decent prices! I'd stop in for sure if you've never been here before, are passing through, or just want a delicious meal worth every penny!
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Susan L.

I have debated about what to rate this place For what it is, Buckhead is a great place, If you are looking for a really special meal this is not the place, if you are lookng for decent food at a good price and a great view it is a great place. The views from the outside are very great since it is on the river. I have no complaints about the service either. I have to admitt even though I do not tend to like tomatoes, their fried green tomatoes were really good. The service we had there was very good, we went there partially because their was a reds game and several shows going on downtown so there was no place downtown Cincinnati we could get a reservation on the cincinnti side of the river, Also, with the people I was wish a fancy meal was not needed or probably not been appreciated by. Sittting outside on the river was very nice for visitors to the city
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Tim C.

Seemed more of a sports bar than anything. Pretty cool layout and the views of the riverfront were great. Food wasn't that great though. Jalapeno burger and the peppers were burned. My buddies got steak and it wasn't very good. Kind of stringy but the flavor was ok. The apps were good.
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Nick H.

This evening was supposed to be a great one, a bunch of friends out for a birthday celebration. But after arriving at Buckhead, things started to get progressively worse. We waited for about 30-40 minutes before our table was ready, even though there were spaces being unused that would have accommodated our group. Next was the food. I ordered a sirloin steak and ordered it medium and when I received it, it was dry and way overdone but I was so hungry I ate it anyway. But it also appeared that others that ordered steaks had the same problem. Worst of all one member of our group discovered a hair in the broccoli. Plate presentation was also sloppy. There were two kind of redeeming factors, the Caesar Salad was delicious and the cinnamon butter was also very good, but things as minor as those cannot be the best thing about the restaurant. Next time I'm in Newport I may be heading to another restaurant.
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Kathy M.

Buckhead is positioned along a premium view of the Ohio River and that's probably the only reason I go back there from time to time. The patio is great for meeting friends for drinks but the food is mediocre at best. When this restaurant opened a number of years ago it seemed the food quality and taste was so much better. I don't know what happened. The service is decent but it seems like every time I am there some mistake happens in the kitchen, they bring the wrong thing and/or forget something. And the food is just "okay...." It's not horrible but not great and I tend to leave there feeling vaguely dissatisfied every time I go. I wish they would step up their game. It's a shame to waste the wonderful venue on mediocre food. Meh. I've experienced better.
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Justine M.

This is a nice spot for lunch on the weekdays, and one of our go-to's for when we want to sit outside on a nice day. They first won me over with their chicken salad sandwich, complete with apple butter. Seriously, who would have thought THAT would have tasted good? It is awesome! And the potato soup is delicious as well. The winner last time, however, was the steak and bleu cheese salad. Holy moly, that was a good salad. Probably not healthy, what with the steak and all, but hey, it may be my new favorite. Just one note - the service is never spectacular, just ok. So don't head here if you're in a rush.
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Heather Y.

I don't really do chain restaurants. Having said that, I had a downright decent steak dinner here on dime of my friends parents last week. The server was a ding-a-ling and acted like it was no big whoop when he forgot the guest of honor's steak. Fortunately, management quickly swooped in with her meal about 5 minutes after the rest of the started on our entrees. The prices won't break the bank, but I am not a fan of restaurants where I can smell cigarette smoke when I'm dining and the smell of smoke here is rather thick. I'm giving this place 3 stars mostly for the view of the city you can enjoy form the deck.
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Angela H.

My boyfriend and I visited Buckhead Mountain Grill after a recent night at the Newport on the Levee movie theater. We got out of the movie at 9pm and realized that every restaurant on the Levee was packed, so we ventured down the riverside to Buckhead. Buckhead is a small chain establishment that was started in Louisville, Kentucky. There are only four locations currently and Cincinnati is lucky to have one in such close proximity to the city. At 9:30pm on a Thursday night the restaurant was pretty empty so we were seated immediately. Our server was attentive and on top of refills and requests, he was very knowledgeable about the large menu and helped us make our selections. I chose to try the Tequila Lime Whitefish (quite a bit of Buckhead's menu is southwestern influenced) and I have to admit I almost licked my plate! The fish was cooked perfectly and the preparation was just spicy enough to stir up my taste buds. All of Buckhead's dinner entrees are served with a choice of two sides, the restaurant offers sixteen to choose from. My boyfriend had a few very reasonably priced Blue Moon drafts and he thought his half slab of ribs rivaled Montgomery Inn's (I tried them too not quite Montgomery Inn in my opinion, but still good!). The best part of the Bellevue Buckhead Mountain Grill is it's location, the restaurant sits right on the side of the Ohio River and at night breathtaking views of Cincinnati's skyline can be seen through the floor-to-ceiling windows. The restaurant is rustic enough to be family-friendly but classy enough to be romantic, go either way with this one!
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Dell C.

Poor service and only so so food. Never again!
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Steven S.

definitely a fan of this place and I go every 3 weeks or so. Food is great (cheese boulders!), great service, always a different drink special, and its right on the river. why bother with applebee's or friday's or some other place, this is the best substitute to eat at if you are driving around on a saturday looking for somewhere to eat and don't want to go to your regular eating spots.
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Heather J.

The view is nice...but the rest is mediocre. It was just bland and okay. Nothing awful but nothing great. The cheese boulders are fun in a group - just because they're the size of your head. They are tasty. I'd go for beers and appetizers if I had a choice.
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Erin O.

We went here for Sunday afternoon lunch. It was cozy inside with a great view. The food was pretty good. Enjoyed the experience:)
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Jamie B.

If this is your idea of good food or romantic you must never do out to eat. This is one of the blandest menus I've ever seen, service was slow, restaurant is far too big & busy to be considered romantic. Totally unmemorable experience, was so disappointed in the food and th ambience. Yes, it's by the water- so are much better restaurants like Mithchells Fish Market on the levee;; You'll like Buckheads if your ide of having a nice meal out is Applebees, TGIF, Ruby Tuesday or Bennigans. If you're looking for a good meal in a nice atmosphere- go elsewhere!
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Mike M.

Great Cobb salad and outstanding service... Friendly and attentive to our gluten free needs.... Glad that we stopped here!
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Arick S.

Buckhead is A-OK. The menu leaves much to be desired but the drink selection is fine. But like everyone else, we go here for the view obviously.
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Rose B.

It's fucking hot in here. We've been waiting for 30 minutes and there has been no movement for anyone waiting. The bathrooms are disgusting and it is no lie 83 degrees in the lobby.
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Becky S.

Best Feature: Food is mouth-wateringly amazing! Worst Feature: . . . . I can't come up with one. So this was a fairly recent discovery; I had not even known Buckhead existed up until this past year. That's surprising, given my love of Newport and the riverside attractions, but it was absolutely amazing to find this restaurant! First off, the view itself is amazing. You're right by the river, and if the weather is nice you can have outdoor seating and enjoy the view! If you'd rather stay inside, they have PLENTY of seating available there as well! Upon walking in, the restaurant welcomes you - literally and metaphorically. The staff is always friendly and seats us very quickly; a few times we've had to wait a bit, but it's never ridiculous. The decor is inviting as well! Both tables and booths of varying locations and sizes, so you can always get seated in a neat place. We always prefer the window view of the river, and they're very accommodating! As soon as we sit, the servers are always quick to be friendly and informative about the daily specials going on. I've never had one bad experience with any waitress/waiter there! Every single one is fantastic and have gone above and beyond my expectations. That's quality service!! The drink selection is fabulous here - they have many beers, both imported and local. I think they've even had local beers such as Mt. Carmel on the list! Regardless, there's not a time I've gone that I don't try out something new. They also have the usual sodas and water available. The menu selections is insane - they have plenty to choose from and all of it is delicious! The only thing I can say I wasn't as big of a fan of was the chicken wrap. I usually go and get a burger because they have amazing burgers here! I'd also recommend the cheese balls as an appetizer - if you like fried breading around melted cheese, you'll fall in love with these. I've tried many different things on the menu and I can attest to their fantastic entrees! They also have televisions available, I believe, so you can watch sports games or various programs. It's a wonderful place to sit and relax! This has become a personal favorite of mine. I love this restaurant and it tops the list of favorite places to go. It has everything one could ask for - great service, amazing food, breathtaking views, and decent prices! I'd stop in for sure if you've never been here before, are passing through, or just want a delicious meal worth every penny!
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Nate W.

Went here with a party of 8. Made reservations and arrived on time, yet still had to wait an additional 30 minutes for our table. The waiter was prompt at first but disappeared for the rest of the meal after we received our drinks. Most of our drink cups remained empty the rest of the meal. Half of our party was dissatisfied with their meal, with steaks either cooked too well or too rare. My gyro featured a pita that was as stale as a rock, with overdone steak. The only reason this restaurant was given a star was because of the view of downtown Cincinnati... And the rolls are pretty good
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Susan L.

I have debated about what to rate this place For what it is, Buckhead is a great place, If you are looking for a really special meal this is not the place, if you are lookng for decent food at a good price and a great view it is a great place. The views from the outside are very great since it is on the river. I have no complaints about the service either. I have to admitt even though I do not tend to like tomatoes, their fried green tomatoes were really good. The service we had there was very good, we went there partially because their was a reds game and several shows going on downtown so there was no place downtown Cincinnati we could get a reservation on the cincinnti side of the river, Also, with the people I was wish a fancy meal was not needed or probably not been appreciated by. Sittting outside on the river was very nice for visitors to the city
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Tim C.

Seemed more of a sports bar than anything. Pretty cool layout and the views of the riverfront were great. Food wasn't that great though. Jalapeno burger and the peppers were burned. My buddies got steak and it wasn't very good. Kind of stringy but the flavor was ok. The apps were good.
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Kathy M.

Buckhead is positioned along a premium view of the Ohio River and that's probably the only reason I go back there from time to time. The patio is great for meeting friends for drinks but the food is mediocre at best. When this restaurant opened a number of years ago it seemed the food quality and taste was so much better. I don't know what happened. The service is decent but it seems like every time I am there some mistake happens in the kitchen, they bring the wrong thing and/or forget something. And the food is just "okay...." It's not horrible but not great and I tend to leave there feeling vaguely dissatisfied every time I go. I wish they would step up their game. It's a shame to waste the wonderful venue on mediocre food. Meh. I've experienced better.
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Justine M.

This is a nice spot for lunch on the weekdays, and one of our go-to's for when we want to sit outside on a nice day. They first won me over with their chicken salad sandwich, complete with apple butter. Seriously, who would have thought THAT would have tasted good? It is awesome! And the potato soup is delicious as well. The winner last time, however, was the steak and bleu cheese salad. Holy moly, that was a good salad. Probably not healthy, what with the steak and all, but hey, it may be my new favorite. Just one note - the service is never spectacular, just ok. So don't head here if you're in a rush.
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Heather Y.

I don't really do chain restaurants. Having said that, I had a downright decent steak dinner here on dime of my friends parents last week. The server was a ding-a-ling and acted like it was no big whoop when he forgot the guest of honor's steak. Fortunately, management quickly swooped in with her meal about 5 minutes after the rest of the started on our entrees. The prices won't break the bank, but I am not a fan of restaurants where I can smell cigarette smoke when I'm dining and the smell of smoke here is rather thick. I'm giving this place 3 stars mostly for the view of the city you can enjoy form the deck.
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Tara B.

Get the mushroom chicken... delicious. I've ordered the prime rib before and was disappointed.
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Angela H.

My boyfriend and I visited Buckhead Mountain Grill after a recent night at the Newport on the Levee movie theater. We got out of the movie at 9pm and realized that every restaurant on the Levee was packed, so we ventured down the riverside to Buckhead. Buckhead is a small chain establishment that was started in Louisville, Kentucky. There are only four locations currently and Cincinnati is lucky to have one in such close proximity to the city. At 9:30pm on a Thursday night the restaurant was pretty empty so we were seated immediately. Our server was attentive and on top of refills and requests, he was very knowledgeable about the large menu and helped us make our selections. I chose to try the Tequila Lime Whitefish (quite a bit of Buckhead's menu is southwestern influenced) and I have to admit I almost licked my plate! The fish was cooked perfectly and the preparation was just spicy enough to stir up my taste buds. All of Buckhead's dinner entrees are served with a choice of two sides, the restaurant offers sixteen to choose from. My boyfriend had a few very reasonably priced Blue Moon drafts and he thought his half slab of ribs rivaled Montgomery Inn's (I tried them too not quite Montgomery Inn in my opinion, but still good!). The best part of the Bellevue Buckhead Mountain Grill is it's location, the restaurant sits right on the side of the Ohio River and at night breathtaking views of Cincinnati's skyline can be seen through the floor-to-ceiling windows. The restaurant is rustic enough to be family-friendly but classy enough to be romantic, go either way with this one!
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Dell C.

Poor service and only so so food. Never again!
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Steven S.

definitely a fan of this place and I go every 3 weeks or so. Food is great (cheese boulders!), great service, always a different drink special, and its right on the river. why bother with applebee's or friday's or some other place, this is the best substitute to eat at if you are driving around on a saturday looking for somewhere to eat and don't want to go to your regular eating spots.
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Heather J.

The view is nice...but the rest is mediocre. It was just bland and okay. Nothing awful but nothing great. The cheese boulders are fun in a group - just because they're the size of your head. They are tasty. I'd go for beers and appetizers if I had a choice.
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Stephen C.

A good place to eat. The service was excellent. The bar had a decent selection of craft brewed beers, one of which was on special for $2 when I was there, which you never see. They also had 15 TVs, just in the bar area; there were many more scattered around the rest of the restaurant. The food was ok. I had the pulled pork sandwich. I wasn't overly impressed by it, but it wasn't bad either. The homemade potato chips, on the other hand, were delicious. If it was warmer outside, I would have opted to sit on the deck. They have a nice seating arrangement out there on the river. It's gorgeous scenery, but is not too far from the bridge into Cincinnati, so I don't know what the noise level is. And of course I can't forget to mention free wifi. I would definitely return. But with $2 craft brews, I may never leave.
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Beth C.

My family came to visit me in Cinci this past weekend. They love the atmosphere of the mountains and log cabins, and my brother had expressed that he wanted to sit on the river and see the city. So what better place to take them to! The atmosphere is spot on. The customer service was friendly and accomodating. We enjoyed everything we ate from the cheese boulders to the buffalo burgers and the dessert! Pike's Peek is the way to go to end your meal! We passed it around to 6 people, but it was so good I think we all wished we had our own! I will definitely be spending more time here in the spring and summer months on the deck!
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Benjamin W.

I had friends tell me about Buckhead years and years ago, and recommended the place. I kept meaning to get around to it, and a looooong time later, I finally did. My wife and I stopped in after a day of wine tasting, and we were not disappointed. I'm glad we finally got around to checking it out. When we arrived, we were told it could be 30-45 minutes before we were seated. We were hoping for a shorter wait, but we went ahead and put our name in and waited. Glad we did, we were only waiting about 20 minutes before we were seated. Apparently, they do a good job of moving people through. When we looked at the menu, we were happy to see that the prices were reasonable, and the menu had a lot of good looking options. Although tempting, I skipped the burrito and got the Beavercreek Center Cut Sirloin. I added their bourbon butter, mushrooms, and bleu cheese. Wow, it came out perfectly prepared and full of flavor. Our waitress had asked if I wanted A-1 or other steak sauce - forget it. It was great without it. The potato soup was interesting as well. Instead of being like other restaurants', Buckhead uses chunks of potato and it made for a great soup. We enjoyed it thoroughly. I could have done without the Caesar salad. The dressing was very pungent and didn't taste all that great. If you're into that, fine, but either they overdid it with the anchovy sauce, or they season it funny. I will skip that in the future. We skipped over dessert, but there are a few dessert options on the menu that are worth checking out next time. They had some insane dish with brownie, ice cream, hot fudge, and caramel. Sounded fantastic. For the sports lover, they have a lot of TVs in the bar area and they have units you can request that you can dial into the sound for different TVs/channels. Nice feature in a fairly loud setting. Only complaint I had that night is we were seated right under the HVAC vent, and I had it blowing full-bore on my eyes. Dried out my contacts pretty bad, but the temperature was quite nice. All in all, great visit, and we will be back again.
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Anjelica N.

Word of mouth traffic would suggest that Buckhead isn't a huge player in the arena of Cincinnati good eats which is okay with me...considering I know that this place has some of the best eats in town. For all of you non-Buckhead lovers, let me tell you what you're missing. Firstly, there are the cheese boulders also known as deep-fried balls of piping hot ooey-gooey super cheesy cheese... with marinara sauce for dipping. You haven't tasted euphoria until you've had these. I promise. But it doesn't stop there. There's the hearty chicken pot pie which comes with but flakey crust. It's home-style cooking done right. There's also the delicious steak salad which gives you more steak than greens (not gonna not!) with a balsamic vinaigrette. And of course, the bison burger which isn't too game-y. And yes, I've tried all these dishes. It's not like me to eat various things at the same restaurant but Buckhead has such an array of deliciously, affordable eats. Not to mention, there's an outside deck that overlooks the Ohio River! My suggestion is to check out this place for Sunday brunch on a nice day. You won't regret it!
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Mike M.

Great Cobb salad and outstanding service... Friendly and attentive to our gluten free needs.... Glad that we stopped here!
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Arick S.

Buckhead is A-OK. The menu leaves much to be desired but the drink selection is fine. But like everyone else, we go here for the view obviously.
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Rose B.

It's fucking hot in here. We've been waiting for 30 minutes and there has been no movement for anyone waiting. The bathrooms are disgusting and it is no lie 83 degrees in the lobby.
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Erika S.

I can't think of any recent experiences that I have had that I was quite so underwhelmed. Coming from out of town, we brought our 93 year old grandmother here for a birthday dinner, per her request. Buckhead has treated us right on many other occasions, but I think it's riding high on it's glory days and capitalizing on the view. Our server was fine. He chewed gum while taking our order and forgot to bring a salad that was ordered. Other than that, he wasn't rude and brought us our food in an acceptable amount of time. For the most part, he was completely forgettable. The food was meh at best. We had 5 people at the table and no one loved their meal. I ordered a sampler of sides. (Salad, baked potato, green beans & apples) The salad was a cheap mix of ingredients from Sysco, swimming in bacon and a sea of crumbled egg. My baked potato was greasy and salty. (Can someone tell me how you make a greasy baked potato??) The green beans were the best thing that I had, but they were mushy. My apples tasted that they had come from a can and had been warmed back up in some gelatinous goo. I wasn't the only one with issues with my meal, but you know there is something wrong when a 13 year old doesn't touch his macaroni and cheese because it isn't good. For what you spend on a meal here, but you can do much better else where. This maybe a great place to grab a beer on a warm summer night on the deck overlooking the river, but that's about it. There are too many other great restaurants in Cincinnati to spend so much money to only have a meh experience. Do yourself a favor. Find something better. You deserve it!
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Evan W.

Service was great, waitress quickly brought us our drinks. My girlfriend got the fajitas which were very similar to what you'd get at a don Pablo's or other restaurant. I got the Texas roast/mashed potatoes and green beans. It was delicious. Gravy was very good and all ingredients were fresh. It was gone in less than 5 minutes. Then I helped finish the fajitas. Price was $27ish for both entrees and view was amazing outside. Right over the Ohio river with a view of the downtown skyline.
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Mark F.

The view is five stars the service is usually five stars and the food is good but the beer is better. A great value especially being so close to downtown. Oh and free parking.
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Sarah C.

I wanted to like Buckhead. I heard good things and the view of the river impeccable. However, I was so disappointed. I ordered a cocktail at my table after hearing there was a happy hour; bad decision, the happy hour only applied to drinks ordered at the bar. My 12oz cocktail was served in a solo cup and cost more than my boyfriend's 32oz draft beer. I wouldn't have been as upset if the prices had been listed on the drink menu, but alas, no such luck. The meal continued to disappoint. I ordered a steak medium, and it was delivered medium well. The food took so long to arrive that I decided to forgo reordering it. The Mac n cheese was also overcooked. Seriously, it was like cold noodles and cheese crumbles. The server was nice but young and seemed confused about what to do when I drew attention to the problems. So. Long review short: save your time and money.
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Susan P.

On our Memorial Day weekend getaway to Kentucky, my husband and I had the pleasure of having a wonderful lunch at Buckhead's. It was a beautiful day, so we were able to sit on the patio overlooking the river. Our server, Gene, was friendly and attentive, and the food was delicious. We really enjoyed this restaurant and will be back on our next trip!
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Ben P.

Buckhead has great food and excellent customer service. I did notice that they revised their menu and slimmed it down a lot. I like the ski lodge ambiance of BMG and the view on the river is excellent. My wife and I did agree that the prices at BMG are a little on the high end for what you get. In the end we were happy with our visit to the mountain grill and we will return.
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Chase R.

Good traditional, American casual sit down restaurant. The menu will have something for every type of eater. They start you off with rolls and cinnamon butter, yum in the tum! The portions are big, which in my book makes this place good for the money. The bar has a decent amount of beer choices, plus they have speciality drinks depending on the season. Service is excellent. It seems like they all work together as a team to make the service experience good. Not quite five stars, but I still recommend this place.
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Keith C.

I had ordered carry-out from Buckhead before, but I had yet to dine in the restaurant until a couple weeks ago. We went on a week night thinking we wouldn't experience a wait - we were wrong. Buckhead is evidently a very popular place and we had a 30 minute wait for a table for two adults and two children on a Tuesday night at 7:30PM. The restaurant itself is gorgeous - it's on / overlooks the Ohio River, has an expansive patio, and has a lodge type of feel on the interior that really differentiates themselves from most other establishments in the area. We really liked the ambiance after a long hard day... On the night my wife and I went in, we weren't in the mood for going too crazy on the menu, so we ordered an appetizer, entrÃ©e salad, and an entrÃ©e - we split all of it. We were fairly happy with all of our selections, however, the salad that we ordered seemed very pricey for what we actually received. It tasted good, we just felt they made a fortune on that particular dish. Our service was also wonderful. Not that it wasn't painfully obvious, but she immediately recognized that we had kids and we felt like she altered her normal waitress strategy to tailor to our needs. In other words, she knew that we could be in a bit of a hurry in the event the kids starting raising hell. On that note, our waitress was frequently at our table often to check on us and to keep the flow of the evening moving along. She even dropped the check off early knowing we might want to multi task (eat and settle the bill).
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Sarah F.

The main reason for eating here, as far as I'm concerned, is the giant deck overlooking the Ohio river. We had lunch here recently with our 2 year old and it worked out pretty well. They have a better than average kids' menu and our son liked his cheese ravioli a lot. I went for the Tequila Lime Chicken Salad (green salad with Mexican touches and grilled chicken), which was hearty and fresh; slightly under-dressed but flavorful overall. Hubby had the Buffalo Chicken Sandwich and was a fan. They have a pretty good draft beer selection as well, with several local and seasonal options. Solid, if not original, food, great deck on the river, and family friendly: we'll be back.
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Lauren D.

We went here for the first time a few weeks ago on a Saturday night around 630-7 o'clock and we were expecting to have a wait but we walked right in and sat down which was nice. The service we received was very good, they checked in on us a lot which was nice. They gave us complimentary bread and butter which was good, nothing fantastic. I got there chicken salad sandwich with a side of broccoli, the broccoli tasted like it was frozen and way over salted. The chicken salad was okay it really didn't have much seasoning I had to add pepper to it . I wouldn't recommend it. Jon got a normal bacon cheeseburger he said it was good. Overall the experience was good and the food was decent. If i ever find myself in the area again I would go back but I'd get something different.
(3)
Edward C.

Incredible view and neat ambiance. Food was good, but service (except at the bar) was lackluster. However, the bar staff were great the hostess seemed to be very blunt and cold, the waitress was nice but very disorganized. Kind of a mixed experience.
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NoneYa B.

Food is mediocre at best and way over priced. Service is horrible every time I go there with one exception a while back when I sat at the bar. I ordered chicken strips and when I took a bite I tasted fish very strongly. I hate fish. I let my server know and asked if I could have some made in a fryer that wasn't used for fish. After lying to me and telling me they weren't cooked in the same fryer she reluctantly took my plate to the back. About 15 minutes later my new strips came back out. I told the orrson who brought the strips out that my whole plate was taken and I needed new sides too. All that person said was I will tell your server. Another 10 minutes went by before my server came back with my sides. I asked for a to go box because everyone else was finished eating a long time ago. She gave me the box and the check and seemed angry when my friend told her we needed seperate checks. Never once did the manager get off her ass to even pretend that she cared how bad my experience was. I asked my server what her name was and she said Angela. ( I remember the name because its the same as my friends who was with me) I will not give this place another chance. I have been there maybe 5 times total and never once left happy. Twice I left there without major complaint, but the other times were just plain awful. Such a shame because the location is amazing.
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Steven K.

We have eaten here multiple times and again on 6/2/15, and I just now am getting around to reviewing This restaurant. Large bar and dining area. Casual and comfortable. Service was really good (thanks, Shannon!). Menu is varied with burgers, steaks, pasta and fish entrees. Steaks are above average and a good value. Boulder Bites and fried green tomatoes are really good apps. No room for dessert, so I cannot comment on that. Good view if you are near the windows or on the deck.
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Sarah A.

Nothing to write home about. It was extremely busy but our waiter was good. The food was decent even though it took forever to receive. I ordered a steak cooked medium. It came out medium well. I still ate it and it was still good. (Definitely not in the top ten.) The mac and cheese was bomb. I just.. Can't make myself say that it was exceptional. Maybe it's because they were so busy. By the way, I hope you're ok with kids because this seems to be the dinner destination for families with small children. I'll probably give them another chance, eventually.
(3)
Linds B.

Good food especially for a chain. Awesome atmosphere with the outdoor seating option. Live music was also a huge Plus! My toddler gobbled the chicken tenders which appeared to be hand breaded... Not to mention very succulent. I had the roast beef and it did not disappoint. Colleague enjoyed the hot brown and as a Louisville native (where the hot brown originated) it was decent. Temperatures could have been hotter. Delicious margaritas as well.
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Mallory T.

Management here is seriously lacking, along with any motivation from staff. As soon as we walked in 4+ people were standing at the hostess stand along with a manager, why are there so many people standing around?? After we go seated outside (which is the only pro for this place) our waiter , Matt, introduced himself and then proceeded to say how he didn't want to be at work, I understand it's a holiday but at the same time you pick the job that you work so deal with it. From that point on everything went down hill, so unprofessional to introduce yourself to a table that way. Everything here has to be frozen besides the salads, frozen wings, frozen meat etc. save yourself some time and money and go somewhere else!
(1)
Gigi F.

Food used to be great but now it's just so- so. The freshly baked chocolate chip cookies with giant chips were cold with tiny chips. When I asked, I was told they are baked very early, once a day. Tasted like canned green beans as a side dish. Rolls were cold but good, and slaw was great as always!
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Amanda T.

This was a great place for dinner! I had the caesar salad with blackened chicken and it was delicious for a salad, not too much dressing. The atmosphere is what I would go back for. There was a live band playing outside and it is right on the water. It has a beautiful view of Cincinnati and it is near the Reds stadium. The staff was very polite and checked on us often to see if we needed anything. There is a huge parking lot, so that is not an issue. It was pretty busy for a Thursday night, and I can understand why. Would definitely go back!
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steve s.

I love the outside deck during the summer but I am not a streak eater so this is overrated to me. The salads are average, the chayenne salad with 911 sauce is hot but not to hot. The views of cincinnat are the best part of this place.
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Brian P.

It has a great view and was close to the hotel... Food is average but decent and family priced. Staff works hard and service was good but a bit rushed as they push them hard. It's a tourist trap but a good family choice if looking for lots of choices
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Dan C.

I went there for their wing special and a couple of beers and was told that they were out of wings.... at 6:15. Disappointing after a 23 mile drive. I had a Cobb salad that was below average and had to wait for a server to bring a setup for 3 minutes. Not the kind of experience that makes you want to return ..,
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Heather M.

Bad experience there. Not sure if I will ever go back. My family and I went here on a Saturday evening. It was very busy which we understood. After about 45min of waiting, we were seated and they took our drinks. After 15 minutes, half of our drinks came. Once everyone got their drinks, we ordered our food. 20 minutes in the waitress finally coming back to tell us they were swamped and will check on the food. There was a guy who was the main person serving the food. Ha! he was a "funny" guy. I know everyone has done this where a person comes out of the kitchen with a tray of food and when you see something on it that looks like your order it, you follow him like a mother hawk watching its chicks. And you have that smile on your face thinking "woo hoo! I'm about to eat!" Well that "funny" guy smiled at us and passed us to give the food to the right table. Ugh!! that hurt!! ha ha but quite funny in a way. He did apologize but that still stung. Finally, we got out food but the orders were wrong. My nephew got a bacon cheeseburger and got a crappy, wimpy cheeseburger. My Brother in law got the messy bacon double cheeseburger and got the same as my nephew. My Sister only got half her order and it was burnt and over-cooked. yea... I will not come back.
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Amy E.

The view of the river is fabulous, and the prices for a restaurant with this view is very affordable. However, the food was just okay. Nothing on the menu really appealed to me. The bread with cinnamon butter was delicious. Decent selection of beer, and service was pretty good. I probably wouldn't choose to go back, but if someone else wants to go I would be fine with it.
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Marilynn A.

Went there on a baseball game night, so hey free fireworks. Out with the girls. Don't remember much about the food except that service was slow. Waitress was nice. The drinks knocked our socks off ---which I guess is why I don't remember much else. lol
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Nina S.

Only good for the view. Suburban basic eatery stuck in the city. Wasted space in my opinion. Bad steak, overpriced drinks, service needs to greatly improve as well.
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Coleen P.

I absolutely love the location and atmosphere at Buckhead Mountain Grill! I came here with a group of friends on a nice 75-degree Sunday for brunch. For those worried about the wait, do not fret. My group of 6 was seated within 15 minutes on a table out in the patio! I ordered a "Buckhead favorite," the Denali Double Cheeseburger ($7.99). Other plates on our table included the Hungry Bear Cheeseburger ($8.49), Buffalo Chicken Dinner ($11.99), and the Mushroom Jack Chicken Dinner ($11.99). My double cheeseburger was just okay, tasted like a generic cheeseburger I could have ordered at any other restaurant. My favorite was the buffalo chicken. The best side to order is the creamed spinach! In all I was not super impressed by the food. I wouldn't say that they offer especially uniquely flavored dishes that would separate them from other restaurants, but their food was tasty. The mushroom jack chicken, however came out to us undercooked and had to be sent back to the kitchen. This added another 20 minute wait time to our brunch. Other than that, the experience was pleasant.
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Alex N.

Only reason they are getting two stars is because of the awesome view of the Cincinnati skyline. That's about all the positive things I have to say about Buckhead. I use to go here everyone once in awhile and be satisfied with the meal and service but the last two times was horrendous. The food took over 45 minutes to come out when we had only a party of four. I can understand if they were busy but they were not. On the outside patio there was our table and two others. When it did come out finally the meals were incorrect the burgers were asked to be cooked "well-done" but all came out medium. We asked for fries but instead received chips. The previous time before that on a semi busy Sunday afternoon once of the people at our table received uncooked pork. The waiter agreed and was even shocked that it came out like that.
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Erin F.

With an over 250 person capacity, and waiting lines to prove it, this restaurant is sure to please. Call ahead seating secured our party of 3 adults, 1 toddler and 1 infant with a river view booth within 10 minutes of our arrival. The 2 person service did not disappoint, and the food was excellent. I look forward to eating here again next time I'm in town. I had the salmon with a sweet potato, my sister had the chicken pot pie and brother in law had open faced pot roast sandwich that reminded him of his grandmas. This place must be run by top notch managers to be able to serve a full restaurant of happy guests. Well done Buckheads.
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Kathy M.

We visited Buckhead Mountain Grill for the first time in 4 years. What a surprise how things have changed! The portions were small and for the price you pay it is not worth the money. There are too many other restaurants that are better for the price point in the Cincinnati area. The service was good. The view is good but if you are looking for a good meal, I would try somewhere else.
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Dana J.

Took my dad out last week it was his first time here we had a awesome time food was amazing and we got a table with a great view of the river! I love the Mountain like atmosphere and the ROLLS!
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Cathy R.

Now that I"ve lived here longer AND eaten inside Buckhead, I thought I should update my review (and award an extra star). We recently went on a weekend night, knowing there would be a wait. We were comfortable, however, at a small high top, kind of in the lobby area, outside of the busy, packed bar and didn't wait that long (less than 20 min). We were seated in a roomy booth where I proceeded to lose both my debit card and a flash drive out of my purse. Since I didn't discover the loss until an entire day later, I didn't make the connection that I might have lost the items at Buckhead. When I finally called there, all of the employees I spoke with were extremely helpful. Turns out they had the card (already cancelled at this point of course) and later turned up the flash drive. I was extremely relieved and pleased with the help of Buckhead's staff. Over time, our usual menu selections include Buffalo Chicken Sandwich or Wrap, the Hot Brown and the Big Fork Burrito. The portions are generous. I've also been several times for happy hour with colleagues (always in the warmer weather at the spacious patio). Happy hour appetizers and drink prices are good.
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Emilia L.

BF mentioned he frequented Buckhead Mountain Grill in college and said the cheese boulders were awesome. I can now confirm that. I also really enjoyed the honey rolls and cinnamon butter. I got the meatloaf with mac & cheese and steamed broccoli as my sides. The food came out in good time and our server, Kyle, did a fantastic job. However... I just didn't like my food. The meatloaf fell apart easily and the tomato sauce on top was really tangy for me. The mac & cheese was awful. I'm sorry. It was probably the worst I've ever had, and that includes the boxed Kraft mac & cheese. The noodles were overcooked to the point of mushiness, and the cheese sauce was reminiscent of watery Velveeta. I had to send it back. I got the blue cheese coleslaw in its place and that was fine. Just coleslaw with bits of blue cheese in it. A combo I would have never thought of, but it paired well with the meatloaf. They have pretty views of the Ohio River, though.
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Kathleen K.

I've eaten dinner here quite a few times, but last night was the first time I had eaten here for the WEBN Labor Day Fireworks.. Let me start off by saying that I will definitely go that route again next year. It's so convenient for the parking, having a clean bathroom, and a table and chairs to watch the show. We paid $90 a piece for our outdoor table. This included appetizers, dinner buffet, and dessert. You honestly cannot beat the view not just for the fireworks, but anytime. The two people waiting on us were very friendly considering they were working in the heat on a holiday, but they were really really slow. Here's why I decided to write a review now: the food was terrible. This is probably the first time I've been to Buckhead and not had a burger. Last nights buffet was ribs, mahi mahi, Grandma's Chicken, green beans, shrimp fettuchini alfredo, mac and cheese, and fruit salad. Honestly, all I could eat was the mac and cheese, and even that was pretty gross. The ribs were inedible and chewy, the shrimp alfredo was dried out, and the green beans looked like they came from a can. Craig had the Grandma's chicken, and it was so salty he couldn't finish it. Listen, the view from the patio is awesome, and that's what I'll keep going for, but I won't be eating anything other then a burger from here on out.
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Jamie A.

I recently ate here with my fiance and my parents. We were told the wait for a table was going to be about 30 minutes (it was a Saturday evening) but we wound up only waiting for about 15. We had a great corner booth in the back with a view of the river and several TVs showing the football game. I will say, it does get pretty loud. Our service was quick and efficient. I had the grilled whitefish and it was absolutely delicious. The rolls with cinnamon butter are also really good. My fiance recommends the burgers, my mom recommends the steak, and my dad recommends the pork chops (although he did say getting them blackened made them a touch too spicy for his taste). The prices are reasonable and the food is pretty awesome. If you're looking for a good appetizer, try the cheese boulders!
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Katie U.

I regularly pick this place for my birthday dinner. I love being right on the river. There is a wide selection on the menu, prices are reasonable for this type of restaurant, and I've enjoyed everything I've tried.
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Jordan S.

I have been here quite a few times and they produce good food. I am in love with the Cheyenne chicken salad with hot sauce. It is something nice and different with a spicy salad. Its a big portion also. I have also had the buffalo chicken and am very happy with that too. The brunch is a little pricy but very good. Turns out I like their chicken pot pie, and I normal don't like chicken pot pie. Never would have know it if it wasn't for the brunch. They also have an app that gives you $3 off right away, then $10 back every $100.
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Keith F.

This place seems to be made for the elderly. It's was very warm and dimly lit and the food was very dry and the staff didn't seem to know what was going on. For the price it was definitely not worth the trip.
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Katie V.

Beyond delicious!!! My boyfriend & I ordered the queso & spinach queso app, he said the queso wasn't anything to ride home about, but the spinach dip was amazing. I ordered the meatloaf & it was amazing. There's onion & celery chunks, but they're soft & the taste of the meatloaf was killer. Green beans were also delicious with a loaded baked potato. Yum! My boyfriend got the open roast beef & he ate it right up. It comes on open bread, smothered with gravy with mashed potatoes in the center. He got Mac n cheese which was good as well. Over all I'd come back any time & order the meatloaf, I really just can't get over how good it was. Went at 2pm on a Saturday & the service was prompt & thorough as Well from our waiter. The view of the river is fantastic as well. I recommend this place to anyone in the area that have no idea where to go!
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Randy W.

Eaten on the deck a few times, and inside by the nice massive windows. The scenery and interior is just fantastic. The food is top and these folks seem to take pride in their jobs ,service, food, and decor. Mild wing appetizer, and the special of the day the chicken mole with load baked potato. The food was perfect, my waiter was extremely nice to me and my 5 year old.
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John B.

Enjoyed dining on the patio and had the Santa Rosa Chicken Salad. The peanut sauce was a great compliment to the chicken and other salad goodies. The breeze off the river can help keep ya cool on a hot summer night. The only negative thing you might experience is that liquids can drop through the metal grate tables. Our server accidentally poured a bit of water on my leg. No big deal... Side note, the stuffed buffalo head near the bathrooms can make for some silly group photos.
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Kay N.

Lunch Wed. was very nice. We were seated quickly. Had a very nice view of the river/ Ohio side. We both had salads which were good. The service was prompt and things were nice. A bit too large and commercial for me but most other people like that environment!
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Jessica S.

I must have run on a treadmill along the windows at Bellevue's Urban Active a hundred times, yet I never noticed Buckhead Mountain Grill until I met up with friends there last night! Walking up the front steps, you feel like you're walking into a wooden lodge... and it smells like a sauna! It was pretty dead when we got there (6:00pm on a Monday) but once enough of our party was there, we were seated. There are plenty of TVs around the place, especially near the bar. The decor is extremely tacky, with mounted moose and buffalo heads and stuffed bobcats galore. At least there is a really great view of Cincinnati and the Ohio River. Our service was good and our waitress was extremely friendly. If it wasn't Passover, I would've tried their rolls (with cinnamon butter!) but they did look good! I got the 4-sides plate for dinner (baked sweet potato, cashew wild rice, baked apples, and steamed broccoli) with the soup du jour (vegetarian vegetable) to start. Overall, the food was okay, but it was pretty obvious to me that with the exception of the potato, I doubt anything I was served was made that day or from scratch. The soup was very salty, as was the rice, but that's to be expected when dining out pretty much anywhere. My friends who got the buffalo chili seemed to really enjoy it. I wasn't up for drinking that night, but they have daily drink specials that seem like a pretty good deal. By the time we left, there were a few more people in the place, but it still seemed empty. In the end, I'll come back if someone else insists on it; but if I'm going to Bellevue or Newport for food there are probably a half dozen places I'd choose over Buckhead.
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Robyn C.

I've come to Buckhead a few times and the food is okay at best. I would much rather eat somewhere else with the same type food. The prices were a bit high, but the location is good. I love the Ohio River views and the ambiance inside is comfortable. No wait usually for dinner. I give this four stars due to the atmosphere... Otherwise they would get only three stars based on the taste of food and prices.
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Zack F.

Pretty straight forward concept. It looks like a Montana eatery and comes across as such. For me, the saving grace of this place is the amazingly large deck out back that overlooks the river and Mt. Adams. It makes it a prime spot for late afternoon/early evening happy hour gatherings with larger groups of friends. Parking can be a bit tricky though. They do run happy hour specials, though if you arrive too early, you may have to hunt around for a server for the deck area, or just get service at the bar. If you do have a larger size group, they will gladly split the checks but they will charge an automatic 18% gratuity and might not mention it to you, so be aware of that.
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Katherine D.

I had tried this years ago when it first opened and my two sons loved it, but I didn't think positively nor negatively about it. A friend and I tried it again a month or so ago and I loved it. I've been there several times since because I just really like the atmosphere, the menu choices, and the service is absolutely terrific. I ordered the potato skins and they are seriously loaded with goodies! The staff is shows the perfect amount of attentiveness and seem to be standing there right when you need a refill or a question answered! Buckheads will definitely be on our list when we're considering places to dine out. It was a treat!
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Adrian C.

Monster portions, check. Great service, check. Amazing view of the river, check. And cheese boulders????!!! Yes please! These little pillows of fried multi-cheese goodness will have you saying "diet-schmiet" after one bite, as they make the typical mozerella stick appetizer of other places just seem outdated. You get 6 so bring a friend, or four, as these are rich and ooey gooey. As for the sides, they have a decent selection to choose from, including fried green tomatoes, a southern staple that can be poorly executed but at Buckhead, is effortlessly presented in a tasty little package. The KY hot brown is also amazing, as are the usual offerings of steaks, grilled chicken, salmon, burgers, and soups/salads. The prices are mid-range and great for a nice date or gathering of friends/family. This joint is also very kid friendly, offering crayons/paper to (hopefully) avoid any meltdowns while the food is being prepared. In addition, the hot, fresh yeast rolls that are brought to your table along with cinnamon/sugar butter are great little appetizers on their own, providing the perfect happy snack for your little foodies or the cranky one in the group who may have a low blood sugar meltdown *hides her face*
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NK D.

Service was great, fast, nice. Non-smoking establishment, so thats always a bonus! Food, typical All American diner so-so, but the cinnamon sugar butter on their rolls?!?! Holy Moly!! My inner fat girl came out in full force. So good!
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Bill K.

Always consistent, great food at very realistic pricing. Today's visit offered exceptional food and service on a very busy summer holiday weekend. It's great to have a go-to place you can always count on. A great plus, especially if you have out of town guests is the location directly on the south bank of the Ohio River with great views of the bridges and Cincinnati skyline.
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Denver L.

After watching Cirque in Kentucky we were all starving and looking for someplace to go. Beth's uncle Chris recommended Buckhead very highly. Its hidden on the river near Joe's crab shack across the street from Party Source. They have a unique exterior reminding me of wood cabins i have stayed at. When you walk inside its much the same. We asked for an outside seating area, with summer weather in march, you take full advantage of it Our waiter was slow, it took about 5 minutes to see him before we got our drink order and when he returned with them it was for another table. I'm a hot roll fan, its bread, its hot, and with butter life is complete. They served our table a fresh batch of them that should of stayed in the over a few more minutes. Very doughy and nothing like what you would expect. :( I ordered the santa fe chicken with broccoli and a baked potato. My chicken was delicious, although it had more of an asian flavor with black beans on top. My potato didn't arrive and i had to ask for it. By the time it showed up i was just done. I will give this place a second try. It was packed and servers seemed to be struggling. However service was being meet for most tables expect for those my our server.
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Nick H.

This evening was supposed to be a great one, a bunch of friends out for a birthday celebration. But after arriving at Buckhead, things started to get progressively worse. We waited for about 30-40 minutes before our table was ready, even though there were spaces being unused that would have accommodated our group. Next was the food. I ordered a sirloin steak and ordered it medium and when I received it, it was dry and way overdone but I was so hungry I ate it anyway. But it also appeared that others that ordered steaks had the same problem. Worst of all one member of our group discovered a hair in the broccoli. Plate presentation was also sloppy. There were two kind of redeeming factors, the Caesar Salad was delicious and the cinnamon butter was also very good, but things as minor as those cannot be the best thing about the restaurant. Next time I'm in Newport I may be heading to another restaurant.
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Stephen G.

To say we had a VERY mixed experience at this family restaurant on the riverfront is an understatement! The place was packed when we went - admittedly Labor Day at 5pm - but the server quickly found us a table near the windows from where we could gaze, adoringly, at the Cincinnati skyline and adjacent hills. A glance at the menu showed Buckhead to be a run-of-the-mill establishment serving up what the wife and I often describe as "GFS food". Your standard fayre of burgers, wings, sandwiches, steaks and the suchlike... or mild variations thereof. There's nothing 'off piste' here to confuse and nothing to expand anyone's taste buds beyond the bland and samey. The ambiance is a strange hybrid of Cracker Barrel meets multi-screened sports bar with a sprinkling of Bob Evans for good luck. As such, it shouldn't really work but - like I said - the place was heaving with customers, so go figure the Northern Kentucky mindset. The food was just as expected with no surprises whatsoever. Our server was attentive to begin with then fell off the rails completely, forgetting to ask if my wife wanted another beer and not even offering us any dessert choices... just unceremoniously presenting the check as she took away our empty plates. However, towards the end of our meal, we seemed to experience the true 'nature' of the Buckhead and its poor attitude towards customers. On a table next to ours a poor little kid had the misfortune to be sick and throw up all over the floor. The parents were mortified and to her credit the mother did lean over to us and apologize profusely for what her boy had done. Three separate servers were duly notified of the problem, all three replying it would be taken care of. Astonishingly, it took a good FIFTEEN minutes before someone came and cleaned up the mess, during which time departing customers were inadvertently trampling in the vomit and then presumably walking it all the way across the floor through the restaurant to the front door. On that basis alone - an inability to quickly and efficiently respond to this problem - I don't think we'll ever go back. If the staff and management can react so slowly to this important health issue then it really does make you wonder how they treat cleanliness and hygiene out in the kitchen.
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Marcus J.

Thought I'd give the Buckhead Grill a try. I wasn't bad, and I wouldn't mind going back. The food is satisfying but not exceptional. I had a Bourbon Buttered ribeye with bleu cheese. Again, decent but not exceptional.
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Jack R.

If you just want a sit down restaurant and you are in Newport can't go wrong here. I have been here a couple of times. The food is good and the prices about average. It is one of the few places in Cincinnati that you can get a buffalo burger at. When it is nice outside they have a nice patio but there could be a wait for out side seating never a wait for inside though because of how big it is. I love the huge windows that over look the river. It;s a place that you know what you are going to get each time and it doesn't change. It makes it a good place to stop for lunch or dinner.
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P.J K.

Nice casual place. Sat on the patio
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Paul K.

I had always wondered why there aren't many restaurants that take advantages of Ohio River and its view. Maybe I haven't explored the area enough, but I was always curious. Then I found Buckhead Mountain Grill. I was excited about all the positive reivews. I went there last night which was Thursday dinner. The place was huge which I like about it. I don't like to be seating tight and be too close to strangers when I eat. And the view was really awesome too especially when it got dark. It wil be very nice to dine outside when the weather gets sunny and warm. The food was pretty good, but nothing surprised me. I think it is probably average steakhouse menu. There were some house specials, but I wasn't that interested it. My girlfriend and I shared a bowl of chili, durango chicken wrap, and center cut sirloin. The quaility was excellent, I think they did good job on grilling it medium-rare. My girlfriend is a huge fan of chili and she said it was very good. I have to say the service was great, the waitress was friendly, kind, and caring. She didn't rush anything, and had good timings for everything - refill, serving food, and check, too. This place does not have any special food that makes me crave, but it has great overall experience. It has a good view, comfortable seating, great staff, and decent (if not great) food. I will come back anytime when I want beer and steak (or rib although I didn't try them).
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Susan R.

A co-worker picked up a half-sized Cheyenne (buffalo-style) chicken salad for me, and I wish she hadn't bothered. The salad itself was smaller than most half salads. A few pieces of lettuce, some bacon, a ton of disgusting croutons, and mushy diced tomatoes. I've eaten there before, and last time I went the food was wonderful (pot pie), but the service was horrendous. We waited forever; it took over an hour and a half to eat lunch, which is ridiculous. The 3rd times the charm? If I ever find out, I'll let you know.
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Ken H.

We were visiting from Florida and my mother-in-law suggested we grab something to eat at Buckhead Mountain Grill on Friday 12/23/11. It's in a convenient location right along the Ohio River in Newport, KY and has fantastic views of the Downtown Cincinnati skyline from either it's outside seating or, if you're lucky enough as we were, from one of several tables lined up along the windows. They were able to accommodate our window request within 10 minutes of arrival. There were about 4-5 people that seemed to be in the host\hostess capacity up front and I'm not sure why they need that many as there seemed to be a lot of down time with playful banter going on, which can be forgiven in a casual dining atmosphere like this. In fact, they seem to have a robust staff serving, bussing, and whatever else needed to be done. Not only did our table have a great view of the towering buildings and lights across the river, we had a view of multiple televisions showing an assortment of live football and basketball games. Our server displayed most everything you could ask for in a server; she was pleasant, knowledgeable, attentive, and quick. We started with a basket of their delicious bread and cinnamon butter, which were right out of the oven and melted in our mouths. We also had the cheese boulders, a cousin of the traditional fried cheese sticks but with a different shape and a bit of a kick. For my entrÃ©e, I decided on the Big Fork Burrito, which was stuffed with shredded chicken and cheese and is covered with a queso sauce. I enjoyed it but after about a quarter of the way through, I wished it did not have the sauce on top...just a bit too much cheese. The plate was rounded out with black beans, lettuce, tomato, and sour cream. Everyone else seemed to enjoy their meals from the Kentucky Hot Brown to the Chicken Pot Pie. The portions were large enough to fill us up and we decided to not get dessert. Overall, our experience at Buckhead's was a success and I'd like to go back and try a different entrÃ©e.
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Angela C.

I thought really hard about bumping this up one star because the service and the restaurant space itself was great, but I just couldn't. I will say that if this were a place I ended up at to sit on the patio and have a few drinks only, I could probably even give Buckhead 4 stars. The view of the river and of Cincinnati is great. The restaurant theme and decor as a mountain grill is great. Sadly, the reality is, I ate lunch here with the in-laws and the food left plenty to be desired. It tasted like they literally dumped out of a large frozen dinner box and heated up for me. I had the chicken pot pie with mashed potatoes and green beans. There was not a single part of that meal that didn't taste completely pre-made from a can, the freezer or box. The husband got the meatloaf and mac and cheese- also completely underwhelming. You get big portions and the food is relatively inexpensive, but even that didn't save the day. Food at Buckhead, no thanks. Drinks and patio at Buckhead, sure, why not?
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Rebecca S.

First of all, the food is great. But they hire way too many teens with attitudes to get any kudos from me on service. Here's the short version of my experience: I made a reservation for 5 people and even called the day of, to confirm, because it was for my Mom's 71st birthday. We wanted to sit outside. The kid put us at a small, square table for 4 and wanted to pull up another chair to sit our 5th person on the corner of the table. This is a small table for 4 people, let alone trying to fit 5 people with birthday presents and a cake. There were at least 10 empty tables around, but he wouldn't pull 2 together. I also asked to sit more in the shade and that was not accommodated either. Quickly realizing this kid was going to be NO help, I let him seat us and then took it upon myself to pull 2 tables together in a more shady spot. As I was doing this, a teenaged server came out and treated me like a child in telling me I couldn't do that (I'll spare you the details). It was unbelievable the way they kept saying what we "COULDN'T" do, without any offer of a solution to the obvious problems! Later, they pulled together two tables... in the shade... for another reservation that hadn't even arrived by the time we left. Also..... we were given 5 tiny, dirty plates to use for our cake. (I even called ahead to make sure it was ok with them if I brought a cake or see if they had a dessert I should order... they told me to bring my cake, so this was not "against the rules.") Our server wasn't around when I realized the plates were dirty, so we asked ASHLEY (I think was her name... young with long brown hair and an attitude) if we could have 5 clean plates. She literally rolled her eyes and said she would get to it. Yeah... never happened... I ended up grabbing plates off that other table that was set up for another reservation and Miss Ashley never did come back. We definitely got the strong message that we were not respected as customers. It was really unbelievable.
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Keith S.

I called tonight and asked about call ahead seating. Noah said what time, I said 6:15. He said call back 30 minutes before. I asked him is that how it works and he responded I cannot help you right now, goodbye. I said hey I still have questions and he hung up. I called back and he denied it I asked to speak to a manager. A woman got on the line and as I started explaining what happened she said, how many loudly. I wasn't done talking and she was rude. I am now not eating there tonight with my family as was my plan. Terrible customer service. You lost a customer today.
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Ed P.

After watching my dad run the Flying Pig Marathon on Sunday, a group of us headed for the Buckhead Mountain Grill for lunch. I'm no stranger to Buckhead as I have eaten there numerous times before moving away from Cincinnati. Their location in Northern Kentucky, right on the Ohio River, offers great views of the city and obviously the river. It was a little rainy and cool during our visit so we couldn't take advantage of their great deck, but I have used it before and the views are even better out there. One thing that really surprised me was that they actually have a pretty good selection of craft beer. I don't recall that from prior visits, but that may be due to a non well-defined palate in my younger years. One thing I did remember was their delicious rolls and cinnamon butter that are served at the start of every meal. These were just as wonderful as I remembered them to be. I ordered the buffalo chicken sandwich with 911 sauce and a side of fried green tomatoes. The chicken sandwich was served covered in jalapeÃ±os in addition to the spicier sauce, but I didn't find it to be overbearing. I would say it was definitely one of the better buffalo chicken sandwiches I have had in recent memory and at $7.99 it is probably one of the cheapest too. The fried green tomatoes were also quite good, though I have had better. Others in our group had the Durango wrap and the bruschetta turkey burger to name a few, and I didn't hear any complaints on the food. Another thing that was great was our service! We had eight adults, 1 child, and 3 babies in our group. Our server was very quick with all orders (and refills when needed) especially considering the size of our party. And at the end of the meal he offered to split up the check for us before we had to ask. I love when that happens!
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Megan K.

Ive been coming here for years!! I love the nice view of the river!!! Best rolls ever!! Great prices (lunch for four including an app was 45.00) Super service! Relaxing Lunch!
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Barrett H.

I'm a pretty big fan of Buckhead Mountain. Yes, it's pretty much an American chain restaurant, but it's better than any Friday's, Applebee's, or Chili's. In addition to pretty decent food for a casual spot, Buckhead excels in other areas as well. First, the service is often exceptional. (Although the host station tends to be one of those where you feel like you're interrupting a conversation when you ask for a table. Always 2-4 people yapping who don't always want to stop talking as you approach.) The servers are excellent. Friendly, but not in a cheesy or overbearing way. They're always receptive to modifications of menu items and seem genuinely concerned with the overall experience. My wife and I have realized that were on a 3-trip streak of leaving Buckhead talking about how nice our server was. The menu is what you'd expect from the other, lesser restaurants I mentioned earlier. The food is typically a step above the other chains, though. A little bump in quality of what they buy, and some more work at making things in-house is definitely noticeable here. In addition, while this isn't a brewpub, there is a focus on local/regional beers and several taps are always rotating. Having a Kentucky Bourbon Barrel served in a snifter glass makes me a lot happier than a Bud Light in a giant mug with ice melting inside of it. One thing that isn't great is something that at least one other reviewer mentioned: you'll sometimes get ambushed with ingredients that aren't listed on the menu. Anything that comes with a mix of vegetables can be a toss up and for some reason, their steaks tend to come covered in fried onion strings. I can and do eat anything, so it doesn't bother me much, but I know it always knocks a little wind out of my wife's sails when she sees her steak covered in a food she hates. If you're a picky eater, you've got to be on your A-game to avoid ingredients you don't like. And I know for me it's a little harder to rant at your waiter about not wanting any surprises with your meal when they're being so darn nice. The views and the ease of access from downtown Cincinnati are both great. Be warned though that this place gets absolutely slammed on busy nights. Even with a large, private parking lot, it can be hard to find a spot and wait times are often over an hour. Come on a weekday or be prepared to wait, but you'll be glad you came either way.
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Deborah H.

The four-star rating is for the awesome patio seating with the incredible view of the river and downtown Cincinnati. The salmon was good, as was the company...four people solving the world's problems! We were there for over two hours and never felt rushed. It was nice to savor one of the few nice afternoons we have before winter.
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Chris C.

I ate here last evening for the 1st time. The best thing is the VIEW, especially from the outside deck! Our large group of 17 women ate inside however (we later sat outside for drinks & talk), and the service was good. I never was asked if I needed a drink refill (I did) or dessert (I didn't). We got separate checks, which is most appreciated. The food was OK (I tried potato skins & Hot Brown), but my broccoli side was mushy, tiny, tasteless pieces.
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Debbie M.

I've visited Buckhead a few times before reviewing - to be fair. I'm a fan. First of all, you cannot beat the view of the Cincinnati skyline, and the location on the river. Fabulous. But, we come for the food, right? I've had several different dishes at Buckhead, and my favorites are the smothered sirloin - which is a juicy steak with mushrooms, onions and cheese atop. HOWEVER! Be careful, because the first time I had it, they also threw green peppers in, which were NOT on the menu and I cannot STAND peppers! So now, each time I order it, I make sure to tell them NO GREEN PEPPERS, even though they're not listed on the menu. I'm not going to risk that again. I also enjoy the Cheyenne Chicken Salad, which is a green salad with your choice of either grilled, fried or buffalo style fried chicken on top. Always a hit, and they give you a good size portion for the price. Of course, you can't get enough of their yeast rolls - MMmmm.....but I opt for the regular butter instead of the cinnamon butter they offer. I tried the Pike's Peak dessert, which is basically a huge slab of ice cream with crumbled Reese's cups, hot fudge and peanut butter sauce over it. Its huge, so be ready to share. Very good, if you have room at the end of your dinner. The service is always top notch and we never have to wait for refills on drinks or anything. The ambience is cool too - the place is set up to look like a mountain lodge - log construction, antler chandeliers and fireplaces make it very cozy. Be prepared to wait a LONG time on a weekend night, like any place else. One of the few good reasons to venture into Kentucky. Ha!
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Marie A.

LOVE THE HAPPY HOUR AND APPS. Food entrees are horrible! Grilled chicken Salad was about $11 and the chicken was grey and weird looking. However I would go back for the great outdoor seating, happy hour and apps! Great river view
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Chelsea R.

Appetizers were great and the atmosphere was nice, too. Unfortunately, my salmon was undercooked. The waiter handled the situation well and made sure my bill was compensated. Overall, it was a good experience.
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Kevin B.

Definitely has an amazing view of Cincinnati. Me and my girlfriend went last night and really enjoyed food. We got the appetizer sampler and the cheese boulders were by far the best, I also had the New York Strip with a loaded baked potato and a Caesar Salad. The steak was cooked perfectly (medium rare) and the baked potato was incredible. I am not sure if its possible but I would avoid the salad if you can. It seems soggy and the lettuce was not that great, the dressing and croutons were very good though. All in all I will be back to enjoy another steak and some cheese boulders.
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Andi S.

Came here on a beautiful Friday night with my boyfriend and his 6 year old. We asked to be seated outside, and they said it would be a short wait. Lies. 50 minutes later, we were finally seated outside, and we saw several open tables. Our waitress was very friendly and accommodating. And the view of the Cincinnati skyline was awesome. The only good aspects of our experience at Buckheads. The food was pretty horrible. I ordered the special (crab stuffed grouper), but I later found out they were out. So I got the chicken penne pasta with Alfredo sauce and a side of mixed veggies. The pasta was gross. Mushy, bland, and cold. The chicken was okay. And the veggies were overseasoned. The meal tasted as if I ordered a cheap frozen meal. My boyfriend ordered the salmon, which he said was okay. His son ordered chicken fingers and macaroni and cheese. He wouldn't eat the Mac, which says a lot. Believe it or not, I am not one to openly complain about food at restaurants. But I just couldn't hold back. I might come back to the outside bar for drinks and appetizers, but will not be back for a real meal. The food has really gone downhill.
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Todd G.

Love the outside deck to eat on. Food is good and good service. A nice family place to sine outside!
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Morgan E.

I've been to Buckhead plenty of times over the years and it still remains one of my favorite restaurants. They manage to do comfort food well and within in a reasonable price. I love their side salads because they are large and have a lot of toppings - including chopped eggs and bacon. Some places just throw a handful of bagged salad in a bowl and call it a side salad - Buckhead does it up right. I love the fried green tomatoes but sometimes it's more panko than it is tomato. The grainy mustard sauce that comes with it is the best. Other dishes I love are meat loaf, mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, and chicken pot pie. Aside from the food - this place has one of the best views in the entire city. Go at night and sit by the window (or on the patio in warm-weather months) - the skyline all lit up is beautiful.
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Louise D.

I wanted to give this place 4 stars for the view and the pretty good cheese cake I had, but the service was unfortunately not as good as I expected. It may have been because I was bringing a stroller with a baby to the patio but hey, it was a sunny midweek afternoon so I'm allowed, yes? Anyway, I wasn't happy with the service. Also, the general atmosphere was a bit weird, it felt like people just come to drink during happy hour and literally try to drink as much as possible, which is encouraged by the waiters. Nothing wrong with that, it's just not the type of place I was looking for. I still really enjoyed the time spent here though, thanks to the beautiful views!
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Shannon S.

Went here on a busy Sunday afternoon. It was one of the first nice weekends of the year. They were pretty busy after the Heart Mini downtown. As I checked in, I said party of 3 and would like to so outside if possible (not a necessity). The hostess quoted 40 min wait. As we watched party after party seated in front of us I realized we were likely waiting longer for outdoor seating, which I understood. After an hour of waiting, I approached the hostess to figure out why we were twenty minutes over our quoted time. Before I got through my question, the hostess cut me off and scolded me that I had been told that they DO NOT quote times for outdoor seating. I was actually not told this and did not exclusively request outdoor seating. As I was standing up there, I did hear her say this to other patrons. However they didn't say it to me 60 min earlier. I then requested to be seated at the next available table, inside or outside, which they accommodated quickly. The food was fine, but nothing spectacular. We had ribs and steaks. The waitress was nice enough. However, the hostess' poor attitude has assured we won't be returning. I understand that you are busy, but don't scold your customer for politely asking a question. However, she was yelling at the other girls for not seating the guests quickly enough for her taste as she yelled out party and table numbers, so I'm guessing this is nothing new. Thanks, but no thanks.
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Alex S.

I would have never known Buckhead existed if someone didn't bring it up to me - and I travel through Bellevue all the time. It's tucked away, right near the river. You can see it from the main road, but only if you know it's there. Otherwise, you'll keep driving by again and again, which is a shame because it's a pretty good spot. It's monstrously big. You walk in and you think you're setting it all in a giant one room in front of you - not at all. The waitress took me back where there was even more space to sit. And I'm glad she did, because the view is amazing. This is a hunting lodge themed eatery - wood walls everywhere, fake buffalo heads on the wall, and so on. Somehow though, it doesn't feel tacky. I think that's because of the insane view of the river. Giant windows look out onto the Ohio and it's gorgeous. It actually made me stop and go, "whoa." If you can sit back here, do it. Even though I didn't drink that day (it was like noon), the beer selection was solid. I could have come back here later on another day and been very happy to just try what they had. The food was? Meh. I got the meatloaf which wasn't anything special - however, the side of fried green tomatoes were pretty stellar. And they brought giant warm rolls to start off with what I think was honey butter - that was great. And our waiter was awesome. Attentive, friendly, made good suggestions, always there if we needed anything. A+ to that. Buckhead is a small chain (although this is the only one close to us) and it kind of feels that way - a restaurant trying hard to feel like a comfortable place to get a bite to eat and drink. A place where you won't be served anything crazy but you'll know the food and the service will be decent. That's just how it felt.
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Mike B.

Nice hot bread/rolls with honey butter; had the bison burger and it wasn't bad; nice service; this one rating though is a soft four since it wasn't poor enough for a 3
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Erin O.

We went here for Sunday afternoon lunch. It was cozy inside with a great view. The food was pretty good. Enjoyed the experience:)
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Jamie B.

If this is your idea of good food or romantic you must never do out to eat. This is one of the blandest menus I've ever seen, service was slow, restaurant is far too big & busy to be considered romantic. Totally unmemorable experience, was so disappointed in the food and th ambience. Yes, it's by the water- so are much better restaurants like Mithchells Fish Market on the levee;; You'll like Buckheads if your ide of having a nice meal out is Applebees, TGIF, Ruby Tuesday or Bennigans. If you're looking for a good meal in a nice atmosphere- go elsewhere!
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Juliane S.

Not bad. Service is good, menu is not imaginative but this is more of a suburban restaurant and not an indie. It is a good spot for meetings for work and they can accommodate large parties and do have private rooms. They have a patio that is nice. It's Applebees and Friday's in a fake wood rustic setting.
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Stacey L.

I'm really not a fan of chain America-style restaurants. I generally avoid them like the plague and am in constant search of the unusual eating experience. So you can imagine how much it irritates me that I really like this place! First off, it is in that wonderful row of restaurants in Newport that have a fantastic view of downtown Cincinnati and great outdoor patios. I love kicking back and enjoying a sunny day on the river. The inside is cozily decorated like a mountain lodge... in a pretty cheesy way. Inside the restaurant is broken up into multiple rooms so it never seems very loud. The menu is typical American chain restaurant. I really like their fajitas. All the food is served quickly and hot. All of the servers we have ever had here have been good. They are friendly and chatty. Ask for Dustin- He is a former student of mine and a great server. My only complaint is that the wait can be long at times. But, they often have drink specials at the bar to make the wait go a little faster.
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Leigh H.

I like how Buckhead claims to be "local," yet strives to emulate massive, boring, milquetoast chain restaurants in every single way. The whole place is just meh: food is mediocre, service is poor, and when we went at lunchtime, we were the youngest people there by at least 30 years. The design of the place is also bizarre and unsettling (yes, I notice these things, and you should, too); the ceiling joists are extremely low-hanging and unwieldy, and tacky antler chandeliers make up the rest of the ambiance. Pro tip: if you get the Bison Burger, they'll cook it to Medium temperature, whereas everything else they have a disclaimer that they'll only cook it to Medium Well. Which is kind of dumb, if you think about it, especially if you're an establishment that serves steaks and burgers. Some of us can handle our meat properly cooked, thankyouverymuch. Anyway, the bison burger was pretty tasty, but the fries had some weird Mrs. Dash-esque seasoning that left a bad taste in my mouth for hours. The view of the Ohio River and downtown is quite pretty, but there are better options to choose from on either side of the river for much higher quality experiences.
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Tara N.

I'm always pleasantly surprised when I visit Buckhead. Parking is easy, which is a rarity in Newport, and there always seems to be a table available here. The servers work in teams and provide top notch service, much better than expected at a casual restaurant. The food is definitely good. I can't say I crave it, but the portions are generous and the meals are good. Their house salad, for $3.99, includes cheese, bacon, croutons, tomatoes, and cucumbers as toppings, which is a rarity for a house salad. This is a great place to take a group, especially if you have some picky eaters with you. The menu is really varied and has something for everyone! Add to that the incredible city views, and you're in for a good time.
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Amy P.

Very little for vegetarians. I wasnt able to find anything appetizing on the menu, and ended up buying several side dishes as my meal. Will avoid in the future.
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David G.

I live close by and love being able to get take out from here. The food is always made right, which is unusual for a chain restaurant. Good job
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Address : 35 Fairfield Ave
Bellevue, KY, 41073
Phone (859) 491-7333
Website https://eatatbuckheads.com
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Opening Hours

Mon :11:00 am - 10

Specialities

Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch, Dinner
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : Free
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : Yes

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Buckhead Mountain Grill

35 Fairfield Ave, Bellevue, KY, 41073

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Buck-Starters

Soups & Chili

Garden Greens

Mountain Top Classics

Mountain Cut Steaks Ribs & Chops

Colossal Chicken Dinners

Big Buck Burgers

Hearty Sides Green Beans

Tweet’s Sandwich Favorites

Tweet’s Treats

Cool Drinks

Buck’s Craft Beers

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