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Located in the heart of Cincinnati, Muse Café captures the essence of a cozy European retreat right at 3018 Harrison Ave. This charming café has become a beloved destination for both locals and visitors alike, offering a delightful menu that caters to diverse palates while ensuring immaculate quality.

Muse Café is an inviting space that encourages people to linger and enjoy. As you step inside, the warm ambiance envelops you, inspiring moments of connection over food and conversation. The café boasts a range of morning melts and artisanal offerings that are as visually appealing as they are delicious. Their Black n' Brie, featuring melted brie paired with blackberry jam on a toasty croissant, is a standout, enticing both the eye and the palate for a mere $7.00. There's also the Sam n' Lox, an artful mix of smoked salmon, creamy goat cheese, and ripe avocado that treads the line between classic and contemporary. Each dish reflects a commitment to fresh and wholesome ingredients, with options like their homemade granola, ensuring that even the health-conscious have delightful choices to savor.

But Muse Café doesn’t stop at breakfast. Their cheese plates and tapas come highly recommended, encouraging sharing and exploration of new flavors. From the Bruschetta with heirloom tomato salad to the savory Olive Tapenade, each item is thoughtfully prepared, perfect for an afternoon snack or a pre-dinner nibble.

Customer reviews speak volumes about the cafe's atmosphere: it's not just a spot for a quick bite but a haven for social engagement and relaxation. With board games and a piano enhancing the experience, it’s a place where creativity flourishes. The Midnight Flower Iced Latte, infused with chocolate and lavender, has been described as impressively unique—indicative of Muse Café's flair for crafting delightful beverages that inspire conversation.

As you sip your tea or enjoy a well-crafted pastry, you may find yourself transported to an Italian café, reminiscent of those in Rome. The mixture of healthy food choices and vibrant, lively ambiance makes Muse Café not just a meal stop but a memorable experience—a true gem in Cincinnati's culinary landscape.

With a stellar reputation for exceptional service and quality, Muse Café invites you to escape the ordinary and embrace a culinary journey brimming with flavor and community spirit. Whether you’re catching up with friends or indulging in a moment of solitude, this café promises to serve as your muse—creatively igniting your senses one delicious bite at a time.

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Accessibility
  • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
From the business
  • Identifies as Black-owned
  • Identifies as women-owned
Service options
  • Has outdoor seating
  • Has no-contact delivery
  • Offers delivery
  • Offers takeaway
  • Serves dine-in
Highlights
  • Has fast service
  • Has great beer selection
  • Serves great coffee
  • Has great tea selection
  • Has great wine list
  • Has live music
  • Has live performances
Popular for
  • Popular for breakfast
  • Popular for lunch
  • Popular for dinner
  • Good for solo dining
  • Good for working on laptop
Offerings
  • Serves alcohol
  • Serves beer
  • Serves cocktails
  • Serves coffee
  • Serves comfort food
  • Serves happy-hour drinks
  • Serves healthy options
  • Serves late-night food
  • Sells prepared foods
  • Quick bite
  • Serves small plates
  • Serves spirits
  • Serves vegan dishes
  • Serves vegetarian dishes
  • Serves wine
Dining options
  • Serves breakfast
  • Serves brunch
  • Serves lunch
  • Serves dinner
  • Has catering
  • Serves dessert
  • Has seating
Amenities
  • Has gender-neutral toilets
  • Has toilet
  • Has Wi-Fi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
  • Casual
  • Cosy
  • Quiet
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
Crowd
  • Family friendly
  • Good for groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Transgender safe space
  • Popular with university students
Planning
  • Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
  • Accepts credit cards
  • Accepts debit cards
  • Accepts NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards
Children
  • Good for kids
  • High chairs available
Parking
  • Free of charge street parking
  • Somewhat difficult to find a space
Pets
  • Dogs allowed outside

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What Guests Are Saying (625)

Really cute place! I came here to hangout with a friend. They have board games, water, and a piano available to have fun time with friends. The drink menu is nice and there's great creative options. I tried their midnight flower iced latte made from chocolate and lavender flavoring. I was pretty impressed since flower flavors are hard to pull off. Definitely a place to sit down and chat with friends for a bit. Not really a quick in and out sort of deal.

Great tea and pastries . Post dinner tea and cookies. Had a piano player. Fun, relaxing spot

5 star experience in every way. Food was delicious, drinks were amazing and the staff is absolutely top tier. Huge shout out for the lowfi Minecraft jams, too! Thank you, we can’t wait to come back!

We had a wonderful time here for their Christmas Wine Dinner. The food was excellent and Shawntee and Ian are awesome.

We really enjoyed it. Food is healthy and good. The cafe is European style. It reminded me of the Italian cafes in Rome. Great atmosphere. I had a spinach salad, it was delicious.

Lovely little cafe not far from me, I finally decided to try it out. Got the bruschetta and a grasshopper mocha frappe and both were excellent. They've got some other great menu items I'll be trying next time as well as cafe drinks and bottles of wine. I also love that there are board games available to play and comfy chairs as well.

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