Sundry and Vice
Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati
Bar in Cincinnati, United States
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Sundry and Vice is a craft cocktail bar in Cincinnati suited to guests who want to drink thoughtfully rather than loudly. The room skews toward intentional drinkers and rewards those who engage with the program. Easy to book, with walk-ins viable on most nights; best for small groups of two to four.
About Sundry and Vice
Verdict
Sundry and Vice is a craft cocktail bar at 18 W 13th St in Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine adjacent corridor, it draws a crowd that takes its drinking seriously. Without published pricing data available, budget conservatively for a specialty cocktail program: expect to pay in the $14-18 range per drink, which is standard for this tier of bar in Cincinnati. If that range fits your evening, you want a bar where the room skews toward intentional drinkers rather than a rowdy weekend crowd, this is a reasonable first stop.
Who Goes Here and Whether You'll Fit In
Sundry and Vice attracts the kind of guest who reads a cocktail menu the way others read a wine list: slowly, with questions. The crowd tends to run mid-20s to early 40s, leaning toward people who work nearby or have made a deliberate trip. First-timers should arrive knowing this is not a drop-in sports bar or a high-volume nightlife destination. The atmosphere rewards patience. If you want to talk, you can. If you want to drink well without a lot of noise, this format generally suits that.
For a first visit, sit at the bar if you can. The interaction with whoever is behind the stick is part of what makes a program like this legible. Ask what's new or what they're most interested in right now rather than ordering off the best of the menu without context. Bars at this level tend to have a few things they're quietly proud of that aren't obvious from a first read of the list.
Practical Details
| Detail | Sundry and Vice | Arnold's Bar & Grill | 1215 Wine Bar & Coffee Lab |
|---|---|---|---|
| Booking difficulty | Easy | Easy | Easy |
| Format | Craft cocktail bar | Historic dive/full bar | Wine and coffee bar |
| Leading for | Intentional cocktail drinkers | Groups, casual nights | Wine-first guests |
| Address | 18 W 13th St | 210 E 8th St | 1215 Vine St |
Booking and Timing
Booking difficulty is rated easy, which means walk-ins are a realistic option on most nights. That said, if you're bringing more than four people on a Friday or Saturday, it's worth checking ahead. Smaller groups of two should have no trouble finding a seat at the bar on a weeknight. There's no dress code data available, but a craft cocktail bar at this address in Cincinnati reads as smart casual: you won't feel out of place in a jacket or in clean jeans.
How It Compares
For further context on Cincinnati's bar options, see our full Cincinnati bars guide. If you want to go wider, our full Cincinnati restaurants guide, our full Cincinnati hotels guide, our full Cincinnati wineries guide, and our full Cincinnati experiences guide cover the broader picture. For cocktail bars in other cities at a comparable level, Bar Leather Apron in Honolulu, Jewel of the South in New Orleans, and Julep in Houston give a useful sense of what a serious regional cocktail bar can look like at its finest.
FAQ
What's the signature drink at Sundry and Vice?
Specific menu items are not available in our current data for Sundry and Vice. At a craft cocktail bar in this category, the menu rotates and the staff's current focus is usually the leading guide. Ask the bartender what they're most interested in right now: that question gets a more useful answer than asking for "the signature." For verified menu details, check the bar's current listings directly.
Does Sundry and Vice have outdoor seating?
Outdoor seating details are not confirmed in our current data. The address at 18 W 13th St in Cincinnati is a street-level location, so seating configuration may vary by season. If outdoor seating is important to your visit, contact the bar directly before arriving. If a rooftop or outdoor option is the priority, Shires' Rooftop works as an alternative in Cincinnati.
Planning details
- Location
- 18 W 13th St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA
- Website
- sundryandvice.com
- Phone
- +1 513 721 8423
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Sundry and Vice reads as a thoughtful, historically anchored cocktail bar that prioritizes craft over decor. Set in Over-the-Rhine’s nineteenth-century fabric, the room’s character is shaped more by provenance and discipline than by theatrical presentation. Drinks favor fermented and bitter flavors and reflect a regional sensibility—menus grow from what local producers and verifiable spirits provide. The result is a bar that feels deliberate and refined: welcoming to focused drinkers who value transparency and technique, and to anyone who appreciates a soberly sophisticated approach to contemporary cocktails rather than gimmickry.
Best For
This is a place for people who come to drink with attention—date nights and low-key hangouts fit naturally, but so do evenings spent exploring the city’s serious cocktail scene. Because the program emphasizes sourcing and provenance, it appeals to visitors and locals who want curated, ingredient-forward drinks rather than loud nightlife theatrics. Smaller groups or pairs who plan to linger over thoughtful cocktails will get the most from the experience; Sundry and Vice is positioned within OTR as part of a cohort of bars that reward patient, curious drinkers.
Ordering Tips
Let the program guide you: ask the bartender about local spirits, house-made syrups and any ferments or bitter-forward treatments that define the menu. The description stresses sourcing discipline, so inquire how provenance shapes the cocktail you’re considering. If you want an introduction to the bar’s approach, request the bartender’s recommendation or a tasting-style flight that highlights regional ingredients. Expect drinks that favor attention and balance over novelty—ordering with curiosity and a willingness to trust the bar’s judgment pays off here.
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Shires' Rooftop; Notable alternative
- 1215 Wine Bar & Coffee Lab; Notable alternative
- Alcove by MadTree Brewing; Notable alternative
- Arnold's Bar & Grill; Notable alternative
- Arthur's; Notable alternative
Bar context
Among Cincinnati bars, Sundry and Vice positions itself toward the deliberate end of the spectrum. If you want history and volume, Arnold's Bar & Grill is the more social option: it's one of the city's oldest bars, handles groups well, is easier to drop into without much planning. For a cocktail-first evening where the program matters, Sundry and Vice is the stronger pick between the two.
1215 Wine Bar & Coffee Lab serves a different kind of guest: one who wants wine or a daytime coffee alongside their evening. If your group is split between cocktail drinkers and wine drinkers, 1215 may be the more flexible call. Alcove by MadTree Brewing is the right choice if craft beer is the priority or if you need a space that handles a larger, more casual crowd without ceremony.
Arthur's competes more directly with Sundry and Vice for guests who want a quieter, more composed drinking environment. The decision between them comes down to format preference and availability. For a first-timer trying to understand Cincinnati's bar options quickly, the practical answer is this: book Sundry and Vice when the cocktail program is the point of the evening; default to Arnold's when the priority is atmosphere and easy group logistics.
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Compare Sundry and Vice
| Venue | Awards | Booking Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| Sundry and Vice | No published awards | Easy |
| Shires' Rooftop | No published awards | Unknown |
| 1215 Wine Bar & Coffee Lab | No published awards | Unknown |
| Alcove by MadTree Brewing | No published awards | Unknown |
| Arnold's Bar & Grill | No published awards | Unknown |
| Arthur's | No published awards | Unknown |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the signature drink at Sundry and Vice?
Specific menu items aren't documented in our current venue record for Sundry and Vice at 18 W 13th St, Cincinnati. What is consistent across reporting is that the cocktail program is built for guests who engage with a menu rather than default to a rail drink; expect a list with actual point of view. If you're after a reliable crowd-pleaser format, call ahead or check their current menu before visiting.
Does Sundry and Vice have outdoor seating?
Outdoor seating details aren't confirmed in our current record for Sundry and Vice. Given its position in Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine adjacent corridor at 18 W 13th St, the venue footprint is typical of the neighbourhood's historic building stock, which often limits patio options. If outdoor seating is a deciding factor for your visit, verify directly with the bar before you go.
Where is Sundry and Vice located?
Sundry and Vice is located in Cincinnati, at 18 W 13th St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA.
