Some restaurants are built for dinner. Others are built for brunch. This one falls firmly in the second camp.
Set in Cincinnati, OH, Red Fox Grill has carved out a corner of the city's weekend brunch scene with a personality of its own. The room comfortably seats a mix of solo diners working through a coffee and a newspaper, couples splitting a stack of pancakes, and friend groups settling in for a slow, three-hour Saturday.
Their breakfast burrito is the kind of thing locals order with eyes still half closed — eggs, chorizo, a scrape of refried beans, melty cheese, and salsa with real heat.
Menu highlights
Here is a snapshot of the kinds of brunch dishes you can expect to find on the menu at Red Fox Grill. Specials rotate weekly with what's in season — check the chalkboard at the host stand when you arrive.
- Steel-cut oats with brown sugar, toasted nuts, and stewed fruit
- Huevos rancheros with corn tortillas, refried beans, and salsa verde
- Croque madame with béchamel, gruyère, and a fried egg
- Bottomless mimosa flight (90-minute limit, weekends only)
- Fresh-squeezed grapefruit juice and seasonal cold-pressed juices
- Eggs Benedict with house-made hollandaise on a toasted English muffin
- Smoked salmon plate with cream cheese, capers, red onion, and a toasted bagel
- Shakshuka with feta, herbs, and warm pita
Service is friendly without being chatty, refills come without asking, and nobody rushes you out of your seat.
Order the pancakes and you'll get a stack tall enough to make you reconsider lunch — fluffy, lightly tangy from buttermilk, and finished with a generous pour of warm maple syrup.
Vegetarians and vegans are well taken care of — at least three plant-forward mains anchor the menu, not just an afterthought side of fruit.
Like a lot of the best brunch spots in Cincinnati, Red Fox Grill is at its most magical on weekend mornings, when the kitchen is firing on all burners and the room slowly fills with the kind of low, happy hum that only good food and unhurried company can produce. Save room for one of the pastries on the way out — they bake everything in-house, and the morning buns are legendary among regulars.
Tips from the regulars
- If you're walking from public transit, the closest stop is a short stroll away — a small price to pay for the breakfast burrito.
- Vegetarian and gluten-free diners have real options, not just sad fruit cups.
- Tip generously — the brunch shift is the toughest in any restaurant, and the staff here keeps it warm even at peak rush.
- Save room: the pastry case at the front is part of the experience.
- Best time to go: arrive before 9:30 a.m. on weekends to skip the worst of the wait at Red Fox Grill.
Hours
| Mon | Mo-Fr 06:00-15:00 |
|---|---|
| Tue | Mo-Fr 06:00-15:00 |
| Wed | Mo-Fr 06:00-15:00 |
| Thu | Mo-Fr 06:00-15:00 |
| Fri | Mo-Fr 06:00-15:00 |
| Sat | Mo-Fr 06:00-15:00 |
| Sun | Mo-Fr 06:00-15:00 |
Frequently asked questions
What time does Red Fox Grill open for brunch?
Posted hours are: Mo-Fr 06:00-15:00. Hours can change on holidays — call ahead if you're traveling.
Does Red Fox Grill take reservations?
Most brunch spots in Cincinnati are walk-in friendly, with a wait list during peak hours. Larger parties (5+) should call ahead to ask about a reservation.
Is Red Fox Grill kid-friendly?
Yes — Red Fox Grill welcomes families. Most brunch menus include simple kid-friendly options like pancakes, scrambled eggs, and fresh fruit. Highchairs are usually available.
What kind of cuisine does Red Fox Grill serve?
It's classified under burger, diner — broadly an American-style brunch experience with regional touches you'd expect in Cincinnati.
Is there outdoor seating at Red Fox Grill?
Outdoor seating is not always confirmed. We recommend calling ahead during nice weather.
Location
Located at 232 East 6th Street. Coordinates: 39.1033, -84.5087. Use the address above with your preferred maps application for turn-by-turn directions.