If you’ve ever wanted to sail the high seas in search of loot and adventure, this awesome pirate-themed restaurant in Cincinnati will be your new favorite place to weigh anchor. With nautical menu items that will make you drool and a gorgeous location right on the water, here’s why Pirates Cove Tropical Bar and Grill should be your next port of call.

Pirates Cove Tropical Bar and Grill is the best way to experience the tropics right here in Ohio.

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Opening for their 25th season this summer, Pirates Cove is located right on the Ohio River and offers a huge deck overlooking 500 beautiful ships.

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Inside, the atmosphere is casual and cool with plenty of tiki torches, palm fronds, and colorful decor.

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This place offers a bevy of pirate-themed delights. Choose from menu options inspired by classic Key West cuisine like tropical coconut shrimp or chicken and seafood gumbo.

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They also offer plenty of comfort food like lobster mac and cheese, black Angus beef sliders, and a Cuban sandwich that will make you swoon.

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Kids might even run into a friendly pirate wandering around the restaurant.

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They also offer nightly acoustic and party bands on the restaurant’s main stage. Bring the family for an early dinner or stay into the wee hours with your crew.

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In fact, Pirates Cove has been voted “Best in The East for Live Music” by Cincinnati’s City Beat for several years running.

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And in true pirate fashion, they even provide directions for getting to the restaurant by boat.

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This pirate-themed dining spot is an experience that the whole family will enjoy.

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Landlubbers can reach Pirates Cove by heading to 4609 Kellogg Avenue, Cincinnati, OH. They’re open Monday through Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 12 a.m., and Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Click here to visit their website for current menus. For more dining gems in Cincinnati, check out some of our favorites here.

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Dock at the Four Seasons Marina, 39° 5′ 8" N 84° 25′ 40″ W.

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