Restaurant at the Sporting Club

The restaurant at the Cincinnati Open Sporting Club offers an upscale-casual dining experience that is approachable, welcoming and thoughtfully refined. The lunch and dinner menus focus on simple, familiar dishes executed at the highest culinary level, with an emphasis on local flavors. Guests can expect exceptional hospitality where service comes first, creating a warm, polished experience for every occasion.

Enjoy the experience of the dining room, outdoor patio or the second-level Terrace during your visit.

Reservations will be available beginning Monday, March 16.

Hours

About the Chef

With 20+ years in the hospitality industry, Chef Andrew Alcid brings a unique combination of experience and flavor to the Cincinnati Open Sporting Club. From kitchens in Chicago, where he learned global food culture, to Detroit, where Eastern European traditions shaped his culinary repertoire, Chef Andrewโ€™s diverse approach and avant-garde style ensure a unique experience for every guest.


Lunch Menu

Shareables

Hot Buttered Hummus
Smoked Garlic, Blistered Peppers, Warm Pita

Chips and Dips
Salsa Roja, Guacamole, Fresh Fried Corn Tortilla

Local Pretzel
Giant Pretzel, Beer Cheese Sauce

Smoked Chicken Wings
Dry Rubbed, Crudites, Buttermilk Ranch

Hand Breaded Chicken Tenders
Served with House BBQ Sauce and Buttermilk Ranch

Flatbreads

Tomato, Basil, Cheese
Buffalo Mozzarella, Heirloom Tomatoes, Fresh Basil Pesto

Cup & Char Flatbread
Tomato Sauce, 3 Cheese Blend, Oregano, Hot Honey

Hand Helds (Served with Chips)

Burger
Double Smoked Bacon, Aged Cheddar, Pickles, Burger Sauce, Potato Bun

Smoked French Dip
Shaved Beef, Swiss Cheese, Caramelized Onions, Horseradish Cream, Sourdough Baguette

Grilled Cheese
American, Cheddar, and Swiss Cheese, Served with a Smoked Tomato Jam

Clubhouse
Smoked Turkey Breast, Bacon, Avocado, Butter Lettuce, Tomatoes, Herb Aioli, Multigrain

Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Hand Breaded Chicken Breast, Smoked Tomato Jam, Kale Slaw, Dill Havarti, Seeded Potato Roll

From The Pantry

Clubhouse Cobb
Smoked Chicken, Bacon, Crisp Romaine, Tomatoes, Onions, Egg, Avocado, Blue Cheese, Ranch Dressing

Market Greens
Mixed Greens, Shaved Root Vegetables, Fresh Herbs, Aged Cheese, Champagne Mustard Vinaigrette

Crispy Falafel Panzanella
Mixed Greens, Sourdough, Tomatoes, Cucumber, Mint, Cilantro, Citrus Yogurt Dressing

Caesar Salad
Baby Romaine Lettuce, Garlic Croutons, Parmigiano Reggiano

Salad Additions:
Chicken Breast, Blackened Shrimp, Salmon, Steak, Impossible Meat

Mains

Fish and Chips
Atlantic Cod, French Fries, English Peas, Tartar Sauce

Baked Mac and Cheese
3 Cheese Blend, Garlic Bechamel, Cavatappi Pasta

Tequila Lime Shrimp Tacos
Pickled Slaw, Chipotle Crema, White Corn Salsa, Tortilla Chips

Sides

Fresh Cut Fries
Fresh Cut Fruit
Side Salad
Warm Chocolate Chip Cookies


Dinner Menu

Shareables

Hot Buttered Hummus
Smoked Garlic, Blistered Peppers, Warm Pita

Chips and Dips
Salsa Roja, Guacamole, Fresh Fried Corn Tortilla

Local Pretzel Board
Giant Pretzel, Chef Selection Cured Meats and Spreads

Smoked Chicken Wings
Dry Rubbed, Crudites, Buttermilk Ranch

Tomato, Basil, Cheese Flatbread
Buffalo Mozzarella, Heirloom Tomatoes, Fresh Basil Pesto

Cup & Char Flatbread
Tomato Sauce, 3 Cheese Blend, Oregano, Hot Honey

Hand Helds (Served with Chips)

Burger
Double Smoked Bacon, Aged Cheddar, Pickles, Burger Sauce, Potato Bun

Smoked French Dip
Shaved Beef, Swiss Cheese, Caramelized Onions, Horseradish Cream, Sourdough Baguette

Grilled Cheese
American, Cheddar, and Swiss Cheese, Served with a Smoked Tomato Jam

Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Hand Breaded Chicken Breast, Smoked Tomato Jam, Kale Pickle Slaw, Dill Havarti, Seeded Challah Roll

From The Pantry

Caesar Salad
Baby Romaine Lettuce, Garlic Croutons, Parmigiano Reggiano

Market Greens
Mixed Greens, Shaved Root Vegetables, Fresh Herbs, Aged Cheese, Champagne Mustard Vinaigrette

Goddess & Gem
Fresh Basil, Hazelnuts, Cranberries, Tomatoes, Green Goddess Dressing

Salad Additions:
Chicken Breast, Blackened Shrimp, Salmon, Steak

Mains

Meatballs & Vodka
House Blend Meatballs, Vodka Sauce, Rigatoni, Grana Padano

Baked Mac and Cheese
3 Cheese Blend, Garlic Bechamel, Cavatappi Pasta

Smoked Rotisserie Chicken
Weisenberger Cheddar Grits, Baby Vegetables, Red Eye Jus

Cedar Plank Salmon
Seasonal preparation

Fish and Chips
Atlantic Cod, French Fries, English Peas, Tartar Sauce

St. Louis Style Spareribs
Braised Collard Greens, Ohio Apple Butter

Desserts

Seasonal Bread Pudding

Warm Chocolate Chip Cookies

FAQs

Yes, the restaurant is open to both members and the public.

Reservations are recommended but not required. Walk-ins are welcome based on availability.

No, the restaurant is not available for private events. However, the adjoining bar, lounge and the Legacy Room on the upper level are available for rental. Learn more about private events.

Complimentary parking is available on-site. Please follow posted signage.

Yes, the Cincinnati Open Sporting Club is ADA accessible.