Rhinehaus
THE soccer bar of Cincinnati. This Over-the-Rhine institution opened in 2013 and quickly became the hub where soccer fans unite. Equipped with 14 55-inch 4K TVs and a projector, each tuned to a different match. Official FC Cincinnati Pub Partner and home bar for LFC Cincinnati, Ohio Blues, Cincy Gooners, Cincy Villains, and Cincy Hammers supporter groups. Opens early on weekends for Premier League with audio dedicated to whichever match has the most supporters present.
About
Rhinehaus has been the beating heart of Cincinnati soccer culture since opening in Over-the-Rhine in 2013. Part of the Hickory Wald Group, the bar rejuvenated the historic former Rhino's Pub space that had sat dormant since 2008, positioning itself as OTR's first sports bar during the neighborhood's urban revitalization. What started as a community gathering spot quickly evolved into the city's definitive soccer headquarters — the place where Cincinnati's love affair with the beautiful game found its permanent home.
The Supporter Hub
No bar in Cincinnati hosts more soccer supporter groups under one roof. Rhinehaus is an official FC Cincinnati Pub Partner and the designated home bar for LFC Cincinnati (Liverpool), Ohio Blues (Chelsea), Cincy Gooners (Arsenal), Cincy Villains (Aston Villa), and Cincy Hammers (West Ham United). On any given Premier League weekend, you will find pockets of fans in their respective club colors spread across the bar, creating a miniature version of England's footballing tribalism — except everyone gets along over Cincinnati craft beer.
The Setup
The viewing experience is built for serious soccer fans. Fourteen 55-inch 4K televisions and a projector can each be tuned to a different match simultaneously, meaning early Saturday mornings during the Premier League season often have eight or more games playing at once. Audio is dedicated to whichever match has the most supporters present — typically Arsenal or Liverpool — but the bartenders are responsive to requests. Rhinehaus opens at 7:00 AM on weekends for Premier League kickoffs, making it one of the earliest-opening soccer bars in the city.
Match Day Atmosphere
Big matches are treated like events at Rhinehaus. During North London derbies, Merseyside derbies, or Champions League knockouts, the energy shifts from casual neighborhood bar to raucous supporters' pub. The bar fills early, chants break out, and the communal tables that define the beer-hall-meets-sports-bar layout become standing room only. On FC Cincinnati home match days, Rhinehaus serves as a popular pre-march gathering point given its location just blocks from the route that winds through OTR toward TQL Stadium.
Beyond the Pitch
Rhinehaus backs its soccer credentials with a strong drink program. The bar features a deep draft list of local and regional craft beers alongside a full cocktail menu. The space itself — exposed brick, communal tables, and warm lighting — strikes a balance between polished and unpretentious that mirrors OTR's broader character. It is a place where you can show up alone for a 7:30 AM Arsenal match and leave having made friends, or bring a crew of twelve for an afternoon of Champions League and never feel crowded out.
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Details
- Category
- Cincinnati
- Location
- Cincinnati , Ohio
- Last Researched
- February 22, 2026
