Northern Kentucky loves a fish fry. From Ash Wednesday all the way up to Easter, plenty of churches and local businesses in the region will be serving up fried fish and good times around NKY. Scroll down to find all the fish you could ever want. Did we miss one? Reach out to us at […]
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By Golly’s opens new location in Union Promenade
By Golly’s is the latest restaurant to open in Union’s sprawling Union Promenade development. Community members gathered to celebrate the grand opening on Jan. 6. The Milford-based neighborhood restaurant franchise has expanded its presence in Northern Kentucky in recent years, opening its downtown Covington location in 2024. By Golly’s operates six restaurants across Greater Cincinnati, […]
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NKY on Tap: Friday night Stammtisch at Fort Mitchell Public House
Joe Schutzman is a Newport firefighter who loves Northern Kentucky’s culture, sense of place – and beer. Find Joe’s previous columns and more on NKY dining here. As we head into the dog days of winter…(what actually is the opposite of the dog days of summer? Would it be the doldrums of winter? The deep freeze […]
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Hangover-free sipping: where to find mocktails in NKY
Now that the holidays have passed, you might feel the need to dry out a little (I know I do). So, we’re bringing you a list of places around Northern Kentucky that offer mocktails plus alcohol-free beer and wine, THC seltzers and more. Whether you’re participating in dry January, you’re pregnant or just sober, check […]
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In Search of the Best: Authentic Mexican and Venezuelan street food at La Torta Loca
Beth McDaniel’s In Search of the Best column explores her adventures in food around Northern Kentucky as she looks for the best … everything! Find Beth’s previous columns plus more NKY dining news here. Since I began doing this column, one restaurant recommendation has come up more than any other: La Torta Loca. People who love […]
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NKY dining in 2025: restaurant openings and closures
As Northern Kentucky’s restaurant scene evolves, 2025 became a transitional year, seeing the closure of several prominent eateries and the emergence of new ones. Below is our 2025 Dining Guide’s openings and closing list, so you can stay up to date on NKY’s ever-changing culinary landscape. Closings Amador Cuban (Newport on the Levee) This Miami-style […]
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NKY on Tap: Herb and Thelma’s – a beer and burger institution
Joe Schutzman is a Newport firefighter who loves Northern Kentucky’s culture, sense of place – and beer. Find Joe’s previous columns and more on NKY dining here. It’s no mystery why Herb and Thelma’s is a Northern Kentucky institution. A family-run small business, it’s a beautiful amalgamation of unassuming dive and community cornerstone, operating since 1939. […]
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A cut above: NKY butchers keep craft alive
The sons of Billy Finke and his brothers will be the seventh generation to operate the family’s Fort Wright butcher shop. Since 1876, the Finke family has owned and operated Bill Finke & Sons. The shop was originally in a storefront on Main Street, but has been at its current location at 1502 Amsterdam Road […]
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Eat, drink, repeat: LINK Team’s go-to NKY restaurants, bars
There are too many good places to eat in Northern Kentucky to count, and the people on the LINK team certainly like to eat (and occasionally drink), so we thought we’d share some of our favorites. To get you the best recommendations I could, I (LINK’s digital editor) asked our team members (and myself) six […]
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Try these festive cocktails to warm your spirits
The holidays are certainly a cheery time of year, but sometimes we need a little extra cheer to get through the season. Whether you’re looking for a drink to warm you up on a cold winter night or you’re searching for something to serve at a holiday party, we’ve got options for everyone’s taste, plus […]
