Paycor Stadium

The stadium sits in downtown Cincinnati, on the riverfront between the Ohio River and the Central Business District. Its downtown location makes it accessible by car, on foot from hotels, or by bus.

Driving & Parking

• Driving
  From I-75 South, take Exit 1G (Pete Rose Way) and follow signs to stadium parking. From I-71 South, merge onto I-75 South and use the same exit. From Kentucky (I-75 North), cross the Brent Spence Bridge and take the Pete Rose Way exit. Game-day traffic on Pete Rose Way and Mehring Way begins building 2-3 hours before kickoff.
• Parking
  The Riverfront between Paycor and Great American Ballpark (Reds home) is filled with both garages and surface lots. Fans are encouraged to pre-purchase their parking through the team's website. The Purple CRG garage is Premium while lot's 1, B, D and E directly abut the stadium but parking here is very limited. The General James Taylor lots across the river in Newport, Kentucky are a popular cheaper option with a walk across the Roebling Bridge. Downtown Cincinnati garages on 3rd and 4th Streets are also within walking distance. For tailgate supplies, Kroger has multiple convenient downtown locations. For beverages, Hyde Park Wine & Spirits offers a premium selection, Queen City Wine & Spirits downtown is convenient, and The Party Source across the river in Bellevue, Kentucky is one of the largest liquor stores in the country — a destination in itself with an absurd selection of craft beer, wine, and spirits.

Public Transit

• The Southbank Shuttle (aka the Trolley)
  A fan favorite for those staying in Northern Kentucky (Bellevue, Newport, and Covington). It crosses the Ohio River and drops you right near the stadium.
• The Cincinnati Bell Connector (Streetcar)
  This free 3.6-mile loop connects downtown, Over-the-Rhine, and the Banks neighborhoods. Use it if you’re staying further north in the city or want to park in a cheaper lot away from the stadium.

Rideshare

• The rideshare pick up & drop off location is at 2nd St & Vine north of the stadium, about halfway between Paycor and Great American Ballpark

Cincinnati's pregame scene is anchored by The Banks (the riverfront entertainment district adjacent to the stadium), the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood (a 10-15 minute walk north), and the Covington/Newport Kentucky side across the Roebling Bridge. The combination gives fans everything from dive bars to craft cocktail lounges.

Pregame Bars & Restaurants

• Holy Grail Tavern & Grille
  Located on Freedom Way in The Banks, this is the most popular pregame bar for Bengals fans. Directly adjacent to the stadium, it features multiple levels, craft beer, and a game-day atmosphere that rivals any in the NFL. Arrive early — it fills to capacity hours before kickoff.
• Moerlein Lager House
  A brewery and restaurant on The Banks with riverfront patio seating and views of the stadium and the Ohio River. They offer a full bar alongside German-inspired pub fare.
• The Blind Pig
  A beer focused bar on The Banks offering an extensive craft beer list and a laid back atmosphere. It's close to the stadium and less hectic than Holy Grail, making it a good option for those who prefer conversation over chaos.
• Kitty's Sports Grill
  A sports bar near the stadium with a loyal following among Bengals fans. Standard sports bar fare, plenty of TVs, and a rowdy game day crowd.
• Jefferson Social
  A modern bar and restaurant on The Banks offering craft cocktails, creative bar food, and a sleek atmosphere. It skews younger and trendier than the traditional sports bars.
• Goodfellas Pizzeria - Mainstrasse
  A pizza joint in the Mainstrasse Village neighborhood of Covington, Kentucky, just across the river. Their giant New York-style slices are legendary and the perfect pregame fuel. About 15 minutes on foot from the stadium across the Roebling Bridge.
• Skyline Chili
  You cannot visit Cincinnati without trying Skyline Chili. The signature Cincinnati-style chili — thin, cinnamon-spiced, and served over spaghetti with a mountain of shredded cheese (a 3-way) — is polarizing but essential. Multiple nearby locations make it an easy pregame stop.
• The Eagle OTR
  Located in the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood, this restaurant is widely considered one of the best fried chicken spots in America known for their hot honey chicken.
• The Blind Lemon
  A jazz bar in the Mt. Adams neighborhood offering live music, craft cocktails, and a cozy, intimate atmosphere. It's a different kind of pregame
• On the Rhine Eatery
  A food hall in OTR above the Kroger grocery store featuring multiple vendors under one roof. It's a great option for groups who want variety offering everything from ramen to tacos to Mediterranean.

For a unique pregame experience, walk across the John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge to Covington, Kentucky. Built in 1866, it was the prototype for the Brooklyn Bridge and offers stunning views of the Cincinnati skyline and riverfront.

• The Jungle
  Paycor Stadium is nicknamed The Jungle (from the "Welcome to the Jungle" Guns N' Roses anthem), and the Bengals lean into this identity with tiger-striped design elements throughout the stadium.
• Ring of Honor
  Displayed on the East façade inside Paycor Stadium, the Ring of Honor recognizes the "best of the best" former players, coaches, and individuals who played a significant role in franchise history.

• Club Level
  Padded seats with extra width, access to the climate-controlled Club Lounge with premium food and beverage, and private restrooms. Located on the 200 level.
• Luxury Suites
  Over 100 suites across multiple levels, accommodating 12-24 guests with catering and private amenities.
• The Jungle Zone
  An interactive fan area with games, entertainment, and food options — designed for families and casual fans.
• Upper Deck River Views (Sections 301-310)
  Upper deck seats on the north offer views of the Ohio River and Northern Kentucky beyond the stadium rim.

Specialty Food

• Skyline Chili
  (Sections 110, 118, 140, 150, 205, 245, 303, 346) Cincinnati’s signature chili coneys headline this local favorite, alongside hot dogs, Nacho Grande, popcorn and Bavarian pretzels. The locations at 205 and 245 are inside the club lounges.
• Penn Station
  (Section 120) This Cincinnati sandwich shop brings its signature hot cheesesteak to the stadium. Grilled steak and provolone are paired with sautéed onions, banana peppers, mayo and spicy brown mustard on hearth baked bread.
• Mazunte x Tostitos
  (Sections 134, 148, 308, 338) Cincinnati’s Mazunte serves walking tacos with chicken or ground beef, beans, cheese and fresh toppings. Chicken and cheese tamales with peppers and salsa verde are additional options.
• Smoke & Sizzle
  (Section 150) Barbecue with Cincinnati touches includes Grippo’s pork rind nachos, smoked chicken wings and the oversized Who Dey pork sausage. The nachos combine pulled pork, cheese, barbecue sauce, chipotle ranch and jalapeños.
• Club Kitchen
  (Sections 214, 236) Inside the Western & Southern Club West and CareSource Club East, Club Kitchen serves rotating themed menus for guests with club lounge access. These are generally high end, seasonal offerings.

Stadium Classics

• Donatos Pizza
  (Sections 101, 110, 119, 130, 140, 149, 206, 244, 304, 316, 334, 344) Choose the Pepperoni Mega Slice or Serious Cheese pizza, plus hot dogs, Nacho Grande and Bavarian pretzels. The locations at 206 and 244 are inside the club lounges.
• Nacho Tigre
  (Sections 102, 122, 132, 148, 210, 242, 308, 338) Nacho Grande and walking tacos anchor this stand’s menu. The locations at 210 and 242 are inside the club lounges.
• Go Route
  (Sections 108, 120, 138, 158) Pick up Glier’s bratwurst and mettwurst, hot dogs or Nacho Grande. Popcorn, Bavarian pretzels and peanuts round out the stadium staples.
• Kroger Grab and Go
  (Sections 108, 152) This market offers hot dogs, Glier’s bratwurst and mettwurst, Nacho Grande, pretzels and popcorn. Chips, peanuts and ice cream are also available.
• TLC (Tenders, Love & Chicken)
  (Sections 112, 142) Premium chicken tenders and fries are the focus at this straightforward chicken stand.
• Cincy Burger + Fries
  (Sections 114, 144) Double cheeseburgers and French fries lead the menu, with hot dogs, popcorn, Bavarian pretzels and peanuts also available.
• Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken
  (Sections 122, 152) This Ohio chicken chain serves chicken tenders and potato wedges, with beer and soft drinks available alongside.
• Gamedey Faves
  (Sections 126, 132, 201, 217, 218, 228, 231, 248, 304, 316, 334, 344) Glier’s bratwurst and mettwurst, hot dogs and Nacho Grande are joined by popcorn, Bavarian pretzels and peanuts. Locations span the lower, 200 level and upper concourses.
• Kckn Chckn
  (Sections 213, 237) Located inside the club lounges, Kckn Chckn serves premium chicken tenders and fries.
• Queen City Grill
  (Sections 214, 236) This club lounge burger stand specializes in smash burgers and French fries, with peanuts and beverages also available.
• Gridiron Grill
  (Sections 222, 339) The 200 level grill at 222 offers regular and Buffalo chicken tenders, double cheeseburgers, hot dogs, bratwurst and French fries. A portable Gridiron Grill is also located at 339 on the upper concourse; selections may vary.

Dessert

• Kroger Grab and Go
  (Sections 108, 152) Pick up ice cream alongside the market’s savory snacks and stadium favorites.
• Sugar Rush
  (Sections 209, 239) Located inside the club lounges, Sugar Rush serves ice cream and cakes for a sweet game day treat. Freshly popped popcorn is also available.

Craft Beer

Rhinegeist, an Official Hometown Beer Partner of the Cincinnati Bengals, brings Cincy Light lager and Truth IPA to the stadium. Garage Beer offers Classic and Lime lagers and is co-owned by brothers Travis and Jason Kelce, a current and former NFL player, respectively, who both played college football for the Cincinnati Bearcats.

• Walk Thru Bru
  (Sections 111, 118, 120, 128, 146, 154, 156, 203, 219, 232, 248, 305, 306, 310, 314, 335, 336, 340, 345) These beverage stops offer a convenient place to pick up beer across the lower, 200 level and upper concourses. Selections vary by location, with wine and canned cocktails also available.
• Bud Light City Bar
  (Section 140) Local craft beer in cans are available alongside domestic and premium canned beer. Cocktails and canned wine are also offered.
• Garage Beer Cave
  (Sections 148, 303, 337) Garage Beer branded markets offer beer, wine and canned cocktails. Garage Beer’s stadium selections include Classic and Lime lagers.
• Cincy Light Bar
  (Section 150) This Rhinegeist branded bar highlights Cincy Light, a Cincinnati brewed light lager.

Cocktails & Liquor

• Cincinnati Cocktail Co.
  (Sections 101, 104, 122, 126, 131, 132, 154, 232) Cocktail stands offer mixed drinks, beer and wine, plus water and peanuts. Section 232 is on the club level.
• Jungle Bar
  (Section 106) Cocktails are available alongside domestic and premium draft beer, domestic canned beer and canned wine.
• Walk Thru Bru
  (Sections 111, 118, 120, 128, 146, 154, 156, 203, 219, 232, 248, 305, 306, 310, 314, 335, 336, 340, 345) Beverage stops offer canned cocktails, beer and wine, with peanuts and soft drinks.
• Who Dey Drinks
  (Section 136) Specialties include frozen cocktails, spiked hot chocolate and spiked cider. Canned cocktails and domestic canned beer are also available.
• Bud Light City Bar
  (Section 140) Cocktails, canned and poured, are available here along with local craft beer, premium beer and canned wine.
• Garage Beer Cave
  (Sections 148, 303, 337) These beverage markets offer canned cocktails alongside beer and wine.
• Drink MKT
  (Sections 212, 238) Located inside the club lounges, Drink MKT offers canned cocktails, beer and wine.
• Home Team Taps
  (Section 228) This club level bar specializes in craft cocktails and also offers canned cocktails, domestic canned beer, water and peanuts.
• Canopy Cantina
  (Sections 309, 310, 339, 340) Upper level bars serve cocktails, beer and wine, plus water and peanuts.
• The Perch
  (Sections 312, 341) Upper level beverage markets offer canned cocktails, beer and wine.
• BuzzBallz Bar
  (Section 340) This BuzzBallz branded bar offers cocktails, canned cocktails, beer and wine.

Wine

• Cincinnati Cocktail Co., Jungle Bar & Bud Light City Bar
  (Sections 101, 104, 106, 122, 126, 131, 132, 140, 154, 232) Wine is available at Cincinnati Cocktail Co., with canned wine at Jungle Bar in 106 and Bud Light City Bar in 140. Cincinnati Cocktail Co. serves the other listed sections, including its 200 level location at 232.
• Walk Thru Bru
  (Sections 111, 118, 120, 128, 146, 154, 156, 203, 219, 232, 248, 305, 306, 310, 314, 335, 336, 340, 345) Wine is available at these beverage stops throughout the concourses.
• Garage Beer Cave, Drink MKT & The Perch
  (Sections 148, 212, 238, 303, 312, 337, 341) Wine is available at Garage Beer Cave in 148, 303 and 337 and The Perch in 312 and 341. Drink MKT offers wine inside the club lounges at 212 and 238.
• Canopy Cantina & BuzzBallz Bar
  (Sections 309, 310, 339, 340) Wine is available at Canopy Cantina and BuzzBallz Bar on the upper level.

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