OTR Gets a Sweet Upgrade

The Roll Plans Grand Opening of From-Scratch Cinnamon Roll Concept

CINCINNATI (May 7, 2026) – A mother‑son duo with a shared passion for sweets, Ramy Mahmud and Yanitza Linares will celebrate the grand opening of The Roll on Saturday at 9 a.m. Located at 1426 Race Street, the 632‑square‑foot space — leased from Cincinnati Center City Development Corp. (3CDC) — will introduce from‑scratch, next‑level cinnamon rolls to Over‑the‑Rhine (OTR).

While Mahmud will oversee day‑to‑day operations and management of the bakery, his mother — a professional baker with more than 15 years’ experience — will lead the creation of its handmade offerings. Baked fresh daily in the OTR storefront, the cinnamon rolls will be available in a variety of flavors, including glazed sugar, cream cheese, pistachio, chocolate ganache, salted caramel, and blueberry.

“I love this neighborhood — the energy and the people — and there hasn’t been a bakery nearby offering this kind of elevated cinnamon roll experience,” Mahmud said. “Getting to build this together with my mother makes it even more meaningful, and we’re eager to share what we’ve been working on.”

Enhancing the experience, the bakery’s open‑concept design will give guests a front‑row view of the baking process. Alongside its signature cinnamon rolls, The Roll will offer a selection of hot and cold beverages, including Lavazza coffee, lemonade, and more.

“With its proximity to Washington Park and many beloved bars and restaurants like Mellotone, Losanti, and Colette, this area of OTR is perfectly suited for a bakery like The Roll,” said Christy Samad, EVP of Civic & Commercial Space Activations for 3CDC. “The addition brings greater diversity to the local food scene and offers residents and downtown employees another great place to start their day.”

Following the grand opening, The Roll will be open seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. or until they have sold out. To learn more about the bakery, please visit https://www.instagram.com/therollmood/.

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