This Timeless Restaurant Is One Of Cincinnati’s Must Trys

While not written in stone, there is definitely a list of restaurants in Cincinnati that you simply must try at least once. Whether it’s to try a specific menu item, learn its interesting history, or enjoy the timeless ambiance, the reasons vary as to why these restaurants make the list. One may argue that Grand Finale Restaurant in Glendale makes this list for all of those reasons — and many more. If you’ve never celebrated, brunched, or dined on the sweet desserts at Grand Finale, then you must try it as soon as possible.

The Grand Finale Restaurant is an award-winning dining destination in historic Glendale.

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It sits on the corner of Congress Avenue and East Sharon Road, on property that has quite the history. More than 100 years ago, it was a saloon and then turned into a market that was a popular spot in the area until it closed in 1970. The building remained vacant until 1975 when Larry & Cindy Youse purchased it and turned it into the grand location that it is today.

The Grand Finale is the ultimate comfort restaurant in every way possible.

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The interior is adorned with antiques, historic photos, and decor that you’d find in a home of the building’s era. Each piece has been carefully chosen to create an ambiance of refined comfort and decadence.

That theme carries into the menu, which is filled with favorites for every meal of the day.

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The Sunday brunch is award-winning and legendary, and you want to make sure to make a reservation ahead of time. The buffet is filled with fresh favorites and the presentation is delightfully special.

Lunch and dinner are also popular, and the food continues to be both comforting and impressive.

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The lunch and dinner menus both contain a variety of options that will surely satisfy your taste buds. The crepes are a specialty, but everything on the menu is worth a try.

With a name like “Grand Finale,” you’d expect an amazing ending to your meal, and the restaurant more than delivers.

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No matter what time of day, you must save room for a dessert or two. The Apple Cinnamon Cheesecake, shown above, is absolutely mouthwatering, but you can also choose from a variety of homemade pies, cakes, custards, and crepes.

Grand Finale has been named the best spot in the city to celebrate, and it definitely earned that title.

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Each meal is extra special with delicious, beautifully prepared food, superb service, and a timeless atmosphere that is unlike any other in the city.

Grand Finale is a timeless Cincinnati treasure that has remained delicious and relevant for many decades, and hopefully for many more to come. Have you dined at this timeless restaurant? Is it on your list now? Share your thoughts with us in the comments. Grand Finale Restaurant is located at 3 E. Sharon Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45246. For more information, visit their website here.

And for another timeless restaurant in Cincinnati, and the oldest tavern in our city, check out our previous article here.