News Releases

Former Salazar Restaurant Transforming into New Concept

March 19, 2024

Jose Salazar Announces Plans for Moroccan-Inspired Wine Bar CINCINNATI (March 19, 2024) – After 10 years in operation as the Chef/Owner of his eponymous restaurant, Jose Salazar has announced plans to reconfigure the iconic Republic Street space into Safi – a Moroccan-inspired wine bar. Located at 1401 Republic Street in Over-the-Rhine (OTR), the 1,200-square-foot space […]

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Local Chef Celebrates Grand Opening of Japanese Convenience Store

February 15, 2024

Daruma Brings Household Staples and New Lunch Options to Court Street Plaza CINCINNATI (February 15, 2024) – Well-known local chef Hideki Harada, who co-owns College Hill’s Kiki and Findlay Market’s Sen, will celebrate the grand opening of Daruma, his Japanese convenience store located at 31 E. Court Street, tomorrow at 11 AM. Conveniently situated in […]

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Popular Taqueria Set to Join Growing Dining District Along Court Street

February 9, 2024

Pata Roja Settles into Permanent Downtown Space CINCINNATI (February 9, 2024) – Owner Derrick Braziel and partners Michael Millay, Jon Powell and Jerry Porter will celebrate the upcoming opening of Pata Roja Taqueria with a ribbon cutting ceremony today at 52 E. Court Street – a 1,060-square-foot space being leased from Cincinnati Center City Development […]

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New Restaurant, Lounge Sets Opening Date at Court Street Plaza

February 1, 2024

Court Street Kitchen Joins Growing List of Eateries in the Up-and-Coming District CINCINNATI (February 1, 2024) – Experienced restaurateur Braheam Shteiwi will celebrate the grand opening of his first self-created concept, Court Street Kitchen, tomorrow at 4 PM. Located at 9 E. Court Street in Cincinnati Center City Development Corp. (3CDC)’s $7.9 million Court Street […]

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Popular Downtown Cincinnati Sushi Bar Expanding Hours to Offer Lunch

January 29, 2024

Baru Adding Lunch Service as More Employees Return to Offices Throughout Urban Core CINCINNATI (January 29, 2024) – Baru, an elevated sushi concept that opened its doors just last March in the 84.51° building, has announced it will be open for lunch beginning this week. The restaurant, known for its unique, sophisticated-yet-approachable food offerings, has […]

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Prominent Cincinnati Chefs Opening Sandwich Shop in OTR Storefront

January 18, 2024

Young Buck Delicatessen to Also Serve as Commissary Kitchen for Crown Restaurant Group CINCINNATI (January 18, 2024) – In partnership with Crown Restaurant Group (CRG), Young Buck Delicatessen, which is operated by Brian and Caitlin Young, has signed a lease with Cincinnati Center City Development Corp. (3CDC) to take over the former Holtman’s Donuts space […]

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Local Baker Brings Custom Cakes & Other Confections to OTR

December 28, 2023

Cora’s Cakery to Celebrate Grand Opening Saturday CINCINNATI (December 28, 2023) – Born and raised in Cincinnati, Shaucuana Knight recently signed a lease with Cincinnati Center City Development Corp. (3CDC) for a 632-square-foot space at 1426 Race Street in Over-the-Rhine (OTR). Saturday, Knight will celebrate the official grand opening of Cora’s Cakery – a bakery […]

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Chic, Elevated Nightclub Opens in 3CDC’s 4th & Race Development

December 5, 2023

Local Entrepreneur Rico Grant Celebrates Grand Opening of LoVe on Fourth CINCINNATI (December 5, 2023) – Rico Grant celebrated the grand opening his newest space, LoVe on Fourth, late last week. The elevated nightclub, which caters to young, high-energy corporate professionals and creatives, was highly anticipated and highlighted a variety of talented DJs. The seasoned […]

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Pop-Up OTR Retailer Seeks to Empower Women

November 17, 2023

Former Corporate Accountant Leaves Workforce to Fuel Her Passions CINCINNATI (November 17, 2023) – M.T.A.P. Clothing, a women’s retail brand, will celebrate the official grand opening of its Over-the-Rhine shop tomorrow at 3 PM. Located at 1513 Vine Street, the 580-square-foot space being leased from Cincinnati Center City Development Corp. (3CDC) for the holiday season […]

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Shillito’s Elves Returning to The Foundry

November 15, 2023

3CDC and altafiber Renew Partnership to Continue Cincinnati Holiday Tradition CINCINNATI (November 15, 2023) – For the second year in a row, The Shillito’s Elves will brighten the windows of The Foundry with holiday cheer. Cincinnati Center City Development Corp. (3CDC) and altafiber have teamed up again to continue this magical holiday tradition in Downtown […]

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