Cincinnati, OH.

Montgomery Inn Ribs King

The Open View

For three star Californian, try Montgomery Inn At The Boathouse in Cincinnati. This mildly expensive restaurant has been around for the last 50 years. It's known for its barbecue. The menu is so dominated by the tender. This place features great views. When you step inside the restaurant, you'll notice a romantic atmosphere. This place features private rooms, brunch, and catering. This restaurant is good for groups. Some diners recommend avoiding the crowds.

User Reviews of Montgomery Inn Ribs King

Yelp.com Review - by Kirk F.

3.0 of 5 stars. We had one of those experiences where a restaurant grasped defeat from the jaws of victory. We had reservations and were seated right away. Service was a touch slow but over-the-top friendly (you...
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Danny H.

4.0 of 5 stars. I'm a traveler from Atlanta who came to Cincinnati to watch a baseball game, and was highly recommended by many locals to try Montgomery Inn ribs. Now I'm not going to go on a diatribe between Cincy...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by David G.

1.0 of 5 stars. What is it with the Midwest and crucifying other areas of the country's culinary delights? I find this is especially true in Cincinnati.I'm not even going to bother writing a long review of the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2009
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Good American food

It's a good place to go before or after a baseball game with a view of the river. If you get the ribs, don't forget to ask for a bib!
citysearch.com - user review - 04/02/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Kyle H.

3.0 of 5 stars. Was glad our business contact in Cincinnati took us here, because oddly enough, my co-worker and my research did not bring up the Montgomery Inn at the Boathouse. The restaurant decor is nothing to...
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2009
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Many Couples Disappointed for Valentine's Day

For Valentine's Day, my husband and I decided to enjoy the view and atmosphere down at the Boathouse. Yes, there are restaurants who's food we prefer, but you can't beat the view. We attempted to make a...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/15/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Alex S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Great ribs & chicken.....this place is a Cincinnati institution!!!! The bar is awesome and the views off the deck are fantastic. If you're in town, this is a must.
yelp.com - user review - 12/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Martha L.

3.0 of 5 stars. 5 stars for the ribs, 3 stars for everything else. The location is nice on the river although the inside decor needs a good update. Picking up ribs is probably your best option. My shrimp were...
yelp.com - user review - 11/30/2008
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I miss these ribs!

Ii'm a transplanted Ohioan and I miss Montgomery Inn so much! I love the ribs here-they are not what a southerner would call BBQ but they are darn good! I eat here whenever I come into town. The service can be...
kudzu.com - user review - 11/08/2008
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Beautiful view

More of a nightclub feeling here, but the same excellent food/ribs that Montgomery Ribs is famous for. Great to come here after an afternoon on the Ohio river.
kudzu.com - user review - 09/21/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Mattman J.

4.0 of 5 stars. Great meal, I like the ribs & chicken combo, it's cheap and delicious. Get a good bottle of Malbec for $20 with that, can't beat the price. Minus one star for the wait and stupid reservation policy,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by meg r.

5.0 of 5 stars. I love Montgomery Ribs! These are quite possibly the best ribs I have ever had. Not to mention this particular location has the most incredible view. If you make a reservation and it's not freezing...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Rebecca D.

5.0 of 5 stars. Oh...my....gawd. Perfection, from the pig statue outside to the views of the Ohio River. When they say "the meat was falling off the ribs", they must be talking about MI's ribs. BBQ sauce was...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Brian G.

4.0 of 5 stars. Some of the best ribs anywhere. I still dream about their BBQ sauce; it goes on nearly anything. They do it on chicken, shoestring fries and saratoga chips. mmmm.
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2008
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If you want slow-cooked, smoked and rubbed delicious bbq......

...Don't go to this place. I've heard for 2 years, since I moved to this area, how great Mont. Inn is. So, a few weeks ago my wife and I went for dinner. Got the 29.00 (ouch) full slab of ribs. Result: No dry...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Rachael G.

2.0 of 5 stars. We took my parents here to eat when they came to visit from out of town because everyone I talked to said it was the absolute best. Everyone always raves about the ribs; unfortunately, I like beef...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2008
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Excellent food but horrible serive

I dined at the boathouse on a sunday evening after having a nice day with friends. We had planed a ladies night out and we all wanted to treat ourselves to a nice dinner. When we arrived at the restaurant the...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Caroline C.

3.0 of 5 stars. We drove down from Columbus specifically to eat here, and were seriously disappointed. We arrived fifteen minutes before they opened for lunch, and there were already quite a few people waiting. Not a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Heather W.

3.0 of 5 stars. Well - we got to sit outside which was nice - but it's crowded. I don't know - it just wasn't that great. The service is quick but i jut don't think I like the food that much. It's fine - but Hoggy's...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Patrick K.

5.0 of 5 stars. The best ribs I've ever had. I told one of my old bosses I was visiting Cincy, and he said I had to go to Montgomery Inn and get the ribs. I actually ended up getting the ribs two nights in a row...
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Nate Y.

4.0 of 5 stars. There are two local chains in Cincinnati that I was told that are must tries; Skyline Chili and Montgomery Inn-Ribbs King.Similarities: They are restaurant chains that began in CincinnatiBoth serve...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Sean G.

5.0 of 5 stars. The best ribs on earth. The chips are really good too. If you are visting Cincinnati this is an absolute must.
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Cathy R.

4.0 of 5 stars. I recently celebrated my birthday at the Montgomery Inn at the Boathouse and thought this local chain lived up to its reputation. We had reservations and did not have to wait at all, even though it...
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2008
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Pretty view

This is a really relaxing place to eat becasue you sit and watch the river roll by. The food is pretty good and the staff are friendly and efficient.
kudzu.com - user review - 05/11/2008
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Good food - great view

The food is pretty good and the restaurant gives you a great view of the Ohio River. Prices are reasonable.
kudzu.com - user review - 04/29/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jan Z.

5.0 of 5 stars. OMG, seriously, some of the best ribs I have ever tasted. And the bbq sauce...I have dreams of the bbq sauce! I've taken bottles of it home (to San Francisco) many a times. And if I know of anyone...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2008
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Resting on its laurels

My wife and I have been going to Montgomery Inn for 25 years. It has for years been one of our favorite dining spots. However, over the past few months we have noticed a decline in quality. It seems the rib...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/30/2007
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Good meat, bad sauce

The ribs were cooked very well and had a great flavor without the sauce. I have had sauce at many great BBQ joints around the country, but none reminded me of straight ketchup like this one. Take a sauce lesson from Corky's or any of the other classy Memphis joints. Saratoga chips are just slightly burnt thick Lays potato chips. Not worth 4.50 for a serving.
openlist - user review - 12/18/2007

going bad

just had carryout ribs meals...salads not included is a bad move....bread went from slices of bread to a hunk of tough dough ..very bad....the ribs were dry not enough sause....first time i have been...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/08/2007
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Best Restaurant Around

This is my favorite restaurant! Highly recommend. Excellent service, excellent food! Just had it about 4 weeks ago and can't wait to go again.
kudzu.com - user review - 10/19/2007
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Best Restaurant I've Ever Been To

I have been to Montgomery Inn hundreds if not Thousands of times. I love to go for the ribs, but other great choices are the Duck, steaks and chicken. I have tried everything on the menu at least once, and I...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/27/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Christine M.

2.0 of 5 stars. Unfortunately, Cincinnatians have been duped--duped into believing that any iteration of Montgomery Inn, be it original, The Boathouse, or the long since burned up MI East, are "the best ribs in the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Mike E.

4.0 of 5 stars. Delicious ribs. Yes they had other options but why come here if you don't have ribs?Interesting mix of people, saw quite a few of Cincy's elite.Great view of the river while you eat.When we parked it...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2007
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Not even close to authentic ribs

Ignorance is bliss. That's how I characterize the loyalty that Cincinnatians have to M/I ribs. Most have grown up on M/I ribs, and therefore when they try real ribs, the ones that are smoked, have a dry rub,...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/22/2007
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Montgomery Inn at the Boathouse

This place has everything you would ever need in a restaurant. Top flight food, romantic setting, scenic views of the rivers. The ribs and the brisket are the main attractions here. The calamari is very good...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/22/2007
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Great Atmosphere, True BBQ Lovers Beware!

The Boathouse near downtown is one of the nicest restaurants in Cincinnati in terms of atmosphere, a...
judysbook.com - user review - 05/08/2007
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Great Food, Great View, Exceptional Hospitality

The Gregory's sure know how to do it right, I've been coming to the Montgomery Inn since I was a child and in my late 20's really started frequenting the boathouse alot. Where can you go wrong? the food is...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/15/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Michael M.

4.0 of 5 stars. It's a must if you have to be in Cinci. No offense to all the Ohioians out there but this might be the best ribs in town but if it wasn't for the sauce they'd be nothing to write home about.
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by luis ..

4.0 of 5 stars. I parked myself at the bar upstairs and stuffed myself with tender saucy ribs and beer for several hours. During that time I had conversations with several locals and a few fellow travellers....
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2007
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Good Food but pricey and loud

I ate here 8/13/06. We got in pretty fast wihtout reservations on a sunday evening. We ate outside on the patio and it was kinda loud. Food was very good, not exceptional, but very good. Service was good, not...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/16/2006
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Tender ribs

The ribs are fantastic, but my order was covered with a little too much of the very good house BBQ s...
judysbook.com - user review - 07/17/2006
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Awesome Restaurant

I love this place, sauce is the best try it on just about everything. Was just there Wednesday night. Tried something different, Chicken Galatoire. It was a great opportuntity to try something other than...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/12/2006
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Great Ribs

Though there is more than one Montgomery Inn, you must go to the boat house downtown. It's right on...
judysbook.com - user review - 04/17/2006
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Whats the big deal?

I moved here from Chicago and this was one of the first places I tried. I think the only reason this place is famous is because Bob Hope came here a couple of times. The ribs were below average the 2 times I...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/17/2006
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WOW

I hadn't been to the Boathouse for a while. They have just finished redecorating and the place looks gorgeous! Great view, fantastic food and excellent service. What's not to love? I give this place a 10
citysearch.com - user review - 06/11/2004
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The Ribs are excellent, but

The rest of the menu is delicious and a great value. The bone-in ribeye is the best steak in town at any price. Also, I highly reccomend the duck.
citysearch.com - user review - 05/10/2004
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romantic? Not so much.

I can't believe the Boathouse was ranked the most romantic...I love the place - love the food, love the people, but romantic? The only thing this place has going for it is the view of the river - Heck, Hooters...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/11/2004
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Time of My Life

While I was employed with U.S. Shoe Corp., I spent many long hours in Cincinnati. The most rewarding part of each trip was a night out at the Montgomery Inn with my friends and co-workers. I loved bringing...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/06/2003
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Good attempt at bbq

It's nothing compared to the bbq in the south, but it's a good stab at it. I don't think the food is worth the price.
citysearch.com - user review - 03/12/2003
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Great but Not Romantic

Great Restaurant, Great Food even great location. But not an ounce of romance, Decor it sports, and main food is ribs....
citysearch.com - user review - 01/31/2003
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Ribs Galore

The food and the service are very good but I would not consider this a romantic restaurant.
citysearch.com - user review - 01/17/2003
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MMMMMMMMM GOOOOOD

The steak is excellent, but the ribs are heaven. It it on the Ohio River so you also get a good view. Get there early, on weekends the Montgomery in is standing room only, but it is worth it. The ribs will...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/13/2003
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Over-rated

When I moved to Cincinnati, all I heard about was Montgomery Inn. I found it to be over-rated. The food I found to be just above average, although the barbecue sauce I must admit, is wonderful.
citysearch.com - user review - 12/30/2002
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You've missed it if you haven't been

This is an EXCELLENT restaraunt right on the Cincinatti River that serves up excellent steak and RIBS, among other things. This is one great atmosphere and you might order the ribs just so the cute waittresses...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/19/2002
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nice

awesome ribs and you gotta get their salad with ranch dressing.
citysearch.com - user review - 11/30/2002
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can't be romantic

how can a restaurant be romantic with sports memorabilia. A woman is not going to want to go there to be woo'd this is not a girlie place, but it is a great place to dine with family and friends
citysearch.com - user review - 11/25/2002
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hustle and bustle

I really enjoy the Montgomery Inn at the Boathouse, but not for a romantic evening with my husband. There is by far too much going on, not to mention the atmosphere. When I go out for romance, I don't want...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/21/2002
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gbongirl

Every visitor to Cincinnati shoukd visit Montgomery's, it definitely is not a romantic restaurant!
citysearch.com - user review - 11/01/2002
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Riverview Excellence

Great location, excellent view, wonderful ribs. Only complaint is it's pretty noisy, but it's worth it!
citysearch.com - user review - 10/26/2002
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10

Wonderful food. Excellent service. Magnificent Atmosphere. You can't top it!
citysearch.com - user review - 10/21/2002
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8

Still an excellent experience. Difficult to get seated on time even though I had a reservation. Parking was nicely handled. Service very friendly. Side dishes were excellent. Could allow a little more...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/07/2002
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Great river view

Wonderful ambience, beautiful view, attentive service, great food. What more could you ask for on a romantic date? Even the wait for a table in the bar detracted nothing.
citysearch.com - user review - 10/03/2002
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Best Restaurant Ever

Montgomery Inn is worth the wait. I've been going to this restaurant for 20 years and it will always be my favorite place to celebrate the special events in my life.
citysearch.com - user review - 10/03/2002
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To die for....

They are known for their ribs, but don't underestimate their expertise in pork chops. In fact their whole menu is a specialty. Take all your out of town guests.
citysearch.com - user review - 10/03/2002
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The One & Only Rib King

While the ribs are excellent don't pass up the shrimp appetizers or the Greek salad. A view to die for and a most gracious host make it a visit worth repeating.
citysearch.com - user review - 09/30/2002
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Excellent

I've never had a bad experience with this fine Restaurant. Mostly a younger (many high-school daters) crowd on weekends, but that can be avoided at the bar on the upper level. Service is always prompt and...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/19/2002
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Great Dinner

I had a wonderful experience at the boathouse last night. The service was fantastic. I had gone out on a limb to order something other than my normal pork chops, and did not like my selection. It was the...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/18/2002
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wonderful

have always been able to depend on good service and enjoyable evening with excellent food
citysearch.com - user review - 09/03/2002
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Fantastic ribs and ambience, great value

Hands down this is the restaurant to take visitors to if they've never been to the Boathouse. You get an exceptional meal, quality service, a great atmosphere and a view of the water (ask for a window seat)...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/23/2002
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Ribs with bibs

The ribs are excellent but, you gotta use the bibs unless your dad owns a dry cleaning business!
citysearch.com - user review - 08/13/2002
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Cincinnati Tradition

Their ribs are the best! For my taste I find their barbecue sauce a little too sweet, but you can ask for the sauce on the side. The atmosphere is romantic & wonderful, my daugther was engaged & had her...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/02/2002
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Best Barbecue!

I now live in California, and my mouth waters at the thought of Montgomery Inn barbecue sauce! It truly is the best... smothering anything, from the Saratoga chips to the chicken to the ribs! I miss it so...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/27/2002
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Great food with a view

Really like going to the boathouse, it is worth the cost, the ribs are excellent and all menu items I have tried have been great, service is prompt, always a great overall experience.
citysearch.com - user review - 07/25/2002
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Fodor's

the barbecued ribs are famous (bob hope was a fan), and you can't get any closer to the river without jumping in for a swim. this is the sister location of the original sports-theme joint, which is in the...
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RestaurantRow.com

i've been to many restaurants that feature ribs but none compare to montgomery inn...
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10Best

why is cincinnati so famous for its barbeque? the montgomery inn may be one of the big reasons. go early to avoid the crowds at this moderately priced rib and bbq restaurant...
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Dine.com

i would go for the view alone, i believe atmosphere to be very important,...
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AOL CityGuide

packs them in for seductive barbecue...
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Cigar Aficionado

one of the highest volume restaurants in u.s.; cigar friendly for 50 years...
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