All handhelds come with a choice of garlic parmesan fries, coleslaw, or fresh fruit. Upgrade to any premium side for $2
Moer Burger*
$20.00
Premium ground beef, pastrami, applewood bacon, cheddar cheese, fried egg, Moerlein sweet onion relish, house-made black pepper aioli on a potato bun
Nacho Burger*
$16.00
Premium ground beef, house-made white queso, tortilla strips, pico de gallo and chipotle ranch on a potato bun
Pimento Burger*
$17.00
Premium ground beef, pimento cheese, bacon jam, romaine, tomato with a black pepper aioli on a potato bun
Short Rib Grilled Cheese
$18.00
Slow braised short rib, Moerlein sweet onion relish, butterkase cheese on toasted parmesan sourdough bread
Grilled Chicken Pitas
$16.00
Grilled chicken, diced tomato, cucumuber, red onion, banana peppers, iceberg lettuce, tzatziki, feta cheese on pita bread
Lager House Cheese-Steak
$16.00
Shaved sirloin, sautéed onion, banana peppers, mushrooms, house made white queso, artisan hoagie roll
Buffalo Chicken Wrap
$15.00
Breaded chicken tossed in buffalo with mixed greens, corn salsa, heirloom tomatoes, cheddar-mozzerella mix, and chipotle ranch in a flour tortilla
Beer Baron Sausage Sandwich
$15.00
Savor our 1/4 lb Avril Bleh handcrafted, mildly spiced and perfectly smoked pork mettwurst sausage: a Cincinnati classic with a rich German heritage. Paired with tangy apple-bacon kraut and nestled in a warm, lightly toasted pretzel bun, this signature sandwich delivers bold, savory flavors with every bite. A true taste of Cincinnati tradition!
MLH Club
$15.00
Loaded with fresh premium turkey, ham and applewood bacon, swiss and cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato and mayo on toasted sour dough bread
California Chicken Club
$17.00
Grilled chicken breast, applewood bacon, swiss, guacamole, lettuce, tomato, black pepper aioli on a potato bun
Reuben
$16.00
Shaved corned beef, Swiss cheese, apple-bacon kraut, thousand island, marble rye. Substitute turkey upon request
Peppercorn dry-rubbed sirloin, herb butter, garlic parmesan fries, truffle aioli
Short Rib Pot Roast
$27.00
Braised short rib over a bed of garlic mashed potatoes, carrots, celery
BBQ Bison Meatloaf
$22.00
Local raised Bison meatloaf drizzled with sweet and spicy BBQ sauce, garlic mashed potatoes, and wilted spinach
Salmon Oscar*
$31.00
Grilled Atlantic salmon, lump crab, garlic mashed potatoes, french green beans, topped with house hollandaise
MLH Fish N' Chips
$21.00
Heaping portion of MLH beer-battered Atlantic cod, tartar sauce, house slaw and garlic parmasan fries
Baby Back Ribs
$34.00
Tender, slow cooked ribs with our signature honey chipotle bbq sauce and garlic parm fries
Smothered Chicken
$19.00
Grilled chicken, garlic mashed potatoes, french green beans, topped with a cheddar-mozzarella mix, grilled mushrooms, bacon, scallions with honey mustard
Mediterranean Pasta
$17.00
Oven roasted balsamic tomato, caramelized onion, red peppers, wild mushroom mix, and spinach tossed in balsamic cream sauce finished with fresh shredded parmesan cheese, breadstick
vegetarian
Cajun Chicken and Chorizo Pasta
$19.00
Grilled chicken, mushroom, red pepper, green onion, chorizo in a cajun cream sauce topped with parmesan cheese, breadstick
Squash Wellington
$19.00
Butternut squash and mushroom duxelles wrapped in a crispy phyllo pastry shell with roasted brussels sprouts, sweet corn cream, sweet tomato chutney
Lager House Light Lager | Lager Pale | ABV 4.9% | 24 IBU
Light Lager the way it should be—with a profound German-American influence. Lager House Light lager is brewed with a classic pale German lager beer in mind, to a slightly lower abv. Perfect for any occasion, or paired with anything on the menu
Christian Moerlein Barbarossa Dark Lager honors Frederick I, Emperor of Germany, known as Barbarossa. It is a slow-aged with a deep reddish-brown color and a malt aroma derived from Munich dark malt
OTR | Red Ale | ABV 5.8% | 40 IBU
In an era of limited refrigeration, the brewer was generous with the hops for stability; a full malt character would then balance the flavor. You've made a discovery: a unique presentation of an early settlers' ale from Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine. Today, three malts and an infusion of Cascade and Fuggle hops make Moerlein O.T.R. a crisp, quaffable ale
Bay of Bengal Juicy Press IPA | IPA | ABV 6.0% | 65 IBU
Juicy hops and a hearty bill with a smooth oat finish. Brewed with Centennial, Amarillo, and Cascade hops. Fermented with German ale, dry hopped with Amarillo and Mosaic hops
Raspberry Hefeweizen is a Bavarian-style wheat beer. Distinct banana and clove aromas imparted from the yeast, with a dry, tart finish from balanced hop character
Moerlein Cider | Cider | ABV 6.0% | 0 IBU
Crisp and refreshing apple cider. Sweet on the tongue followed with a dry finish. Ask your server for our flavored infusion!
Can't Decide? Try a Beer Flight!
Beer Flight
$9.00
Choose any four (4) Moerlein Beers and build your own flight. We suggest the Core beer flight with the above four beers
Mocktails
Virgin Blueberry Mule
$5.00
Blueberry Simple, Lime Juice, Ginger Ale
Virgin Pear Cooler
$5.00
Pear juice, lemon juice, Starry
Bru Brothers Iced Coffee
$6.00
Bru Brothers Nitro cold brew coffee, creamer, vanilla or ask about our seasonal flavor!
Virgin Caramel Apple
$5.00
Caramel sauce, apple cider
Red Bull Twist
$6.00
Red Bull Energy Drink, soda water, lemon juice, lemon
Wines
Our House wine is Canyon Road. Check the QR code for our latest fine wine selection. Choose any glass for $9 or any bottle for $35
Chardonnay
Pinot Grigio
Sauvignon Blanc
Merlot
Cabernet Sauvignon
Moscato
Weekly Specials
Tuesday: Prime Rib Night
Enjoy a 12oz slow roasted rotisserie prime rib for only $29.95; includes garlic mashed potatoes and choice of side caesar salad or house salad
Thursday: 1/2 Price Bourbon and Wine Night
1/2 price premium wines and bourbons every Thursday from 4-9
Happy Hour
Monday-Friday 3PM-6PM
Moerlein 16oz Draft
$5.00
House Wines
$5.00
Well Liquors
$5.00
$2 Off All Appetizers
*These items may be cooked to order and may contain raw or undercooked ingredients. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness
All handhelds come with a choice of garlic parmesan fries, coleslaw, or fresh fruit. Upgrade to any premium side for $2
Moer Burger*
$20.00
Premium ground beef, pastrami, applewood bacon, cheddar cheese, fried egg, Moerlein sweet onion relish, house-made black pepper aioli on a potato bun
Nacho Burger*
$16.00
Premium ground beef, house-made white queso, tortilla strips, pico de gallo and chipotle ranch on a potato bun
Pimento Burger*
$17.00
Premium ground beef, pimento cheese, bacon jam, romaine, tomato with a black pepper aioli on a potato bun
Short Rib Grilled Cheese
$18.00
Slow braised short rib, Moerlein sweet onion relish, butterkase cheese on toasted parmesan sourdough bread
Grilled Chicken Pitas
$16.00
Grilled chicken, diced tomato, cucumuber, red onion, banana peppers, iceberg lettuce, tzatziki, feta cheese on pita bread
Lager House Cheese-Steak
$16.00
Shaved sirloin, sautéed onion, banana peppers, mushrooms, house made white queso, artisan hoagie roll
Buffalo Chicken Wrap
$15.00
Breaded chicken tossed in buffalo with mixed greens, corn salsa, heirloom tomatoes, cheddar-mozzerella mix, and chipotle ranch in a flour tortilla
Beer Baron Sausage Sandwich
$15.00
Savor our 1/4 lb Avril Bleh handcrafted, mildly spiced and perfectly smoked pork mettwurst sausage: a Cincinnati classic with a rich German heritage. Paired with tangy apple-bacon kraut and nestled in a warm, lightly toasted pretzel bun, this signature sandwich delivers bold, savory flavors with every bite. A true taste of Cincinnati tradition!
MLH Club
$15.00
Loaded with fresh premium turkey, ham and applewood bacon, swiss and cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato and mayo on toasted sour dough bread
California Chicken Club
$17.00
Grilled chicken breast, applewood bacon, swiss, guacamole, lettuce, tomato, black pepper aioli on a potato bun
Reuben
$16.00
Shaved corned beef, Swiss cheese, apple-bacon kraut, thousand island, marble rye. Substitute turkey upon request
Savor a delightful tasting journey with smaller pours of each Mimosa above, offering a delightful variety in every sip
House Brewed Core Beer List
Lager House Light Lager | Lager Pale | ABV 4.9% | 24 IBU
Light Lager the way it should be—with a profound German-American influence. Lager House Light lager is brewed with a classic pale German lager beer in mind, to a slightly lower abv. Perfect for any occasion, or paired with anything on the menu
Christian Moerlein Barbarossa Dark Lager honors Frederick I, Emperor of Germany, known as Barbarossa. It is a slow-aged with a deep reddish-brown color and a malt aroma derived from Munich dark malt
OTR | Red Ale | ABV 5.8% | 40 IBU
In an era of limited refrigeration, the brewer was generous with the hops for stability; a full malt character would then balance the flavor. You've made a discovery: a unique presentation of an early settlers' ale from Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine. Today, three malts and an infusion of Cascade and Fuggle hops make Moerlein O.T.R. a crisp, quaffable ale
Bay of Bengal Juicy Press IPA | IPA | ABV 6.0% | 65 IBU
Juicy hops and a hearty bill with a smooth oat finish. Brewed with Centennial, Amarillo, and Cascade hops. Fermented with German ale, dry hopped with Amarillo and Mosaic hops
Raspberry Hefeweizen is a Bavarian-style wheat beer. Distinct banana and clove aromas imparted from the yeast, with a dry, tart finish from balanced hop character
Moerlein Cider | Cider | ABV 6.0% | 0 IBU
Crisp and refreshing apple cider. Sweet on the tongue followed with a dry finish. Ask your server for our flavored infusion!
Can't Decide? Try a Beer Flight!
Beer Flight
$9.00
Choose any four (4) Moerlein Beers and build your own flight. We suggest the Core beer flight with the above four beers
Mocktails
Virgin Blueberry Mule
$5.00
Blueberry Simple, Lime Juice, Ginger Ale
Virgin Pear Cooler
$5.00
Pear juice, lemon juice, Starry
Bru Brothers Iced Coffee
$6.00
Bru Brothers Nitro cold brew coffee, creamer, vanilla or ask about our seasonal flavor!
Virgin Caramel Apple
$5.00
Caramel sauce, apple cider
Red Bull Twist
$6.00
Red Bull Energy Drink, soda water, lemon juice, lemon
Wines
Our House wine is Canyon Road. Check the QR code for our latest fine wine selection. Choose any house wine by the glass for $9 or any bottle for $35
Chardonnay
Pinot Grigio
Sauvignon Blanc
Merlot
Cabernet Sauvignon
Moscato
Weekly Specials
Tuesday: Prime Rib Night
Enjoy a 12oz slow roasted rotisserie prime rib for only $29.95; includes garlic mashed potatoes and choice of side caesar salad or house salad
Thursday: 1/2 Price Bourbon and Wine Night
1/2 price premium wines and bourbons every Thursday from 4-9
Happy Hour
Monday-Friday 3PM-6PM
Moerlein 16oz Draft
$5.00
House Wines
$5.00
Well Liquors
$5.00
$2 Off All Appetizers
*These items may be cooked to order and may contain raw or undercooked ingredients. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness
Dessert
Lemon Poppyseed Cake
$8.00
with blueberry compote
German Chocolate Brownie
$9.00
topped with ice cream
Caramel Brownie Sundae
$9.00
topped with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, chocolate and caramel sauce
Wheatley Vodka, Elderflower, soda water with cucumber chunks and lemon
Prickly Pear Margarita
$10.00
Dulce Vida Blanco, Triple Sec, Lime Juice, Prickly Pear Syrup with lime
Red Sangria
$9.00
3 Olives Raspberry, simple syrup, red wine
White Sangria
$9.00
Stoli Ohranj, simple syrup, white wine
Buffalo Trace Manhattan
$11.00
Buffalo Trace, Sweet Vermouth, Bitters
Irish Trash Can
$12.00
Barcardi, Titos, Fords Gin, Peach Schnapps, Blue Curacao, Triple Sec topped with Red Bull
Spiked Watermelon Cooler
$11.00
Malibu, Watermelon Liqueur, Watermelon Red Bull
100 Proof Strawberry Margarita
$13.00
Dulce Vida 100, Triple Sec, Strawberry Puree, Sour
Salty Dog
$11.00
Emperess Gin, Grapefruit Juice, Simple Syrup, Lime Juice
Peach Lemonade
$9.00
Tito's, Peach Schnapps, Pink Lemonade
Benchwarmer
$9.00
Benchmark Bourbon, Peach Schnapps, Orange Juice
Espresso Martini
$11.00
Van Gogh Double Espresso Vodka, O'Reilleys Irish Cream, Kahlua
House Brewed Beers
Original Lager | Lager Pale | ABV 5.2% | 19 IBU
One of the first craft lagers created in the USA, has blend of Vienna and select specialty malts, the copper colored lager is brewed to pay homage to Moerlein's Original Lager of the 1850s. Mellow malty notes with a lightly toasted character and floral noble hops lead you to a clean. Also Available in Lime
Legacy Exclusives. Christian Moerlein Barbarossa Dark Lager honors Frederick I, Emperor of Germany, known as Barbarossa. It is a slow-aged with a deep reddish-brown color and a malt aroma derived from Munich dark malt. Also Available in Cherry Cordial
Spezial Export Lager | Lager Pale | ABV 6.2% | 19 IBU
A delectable sipper with friends that maximises complexity for a helles (German for Light).This lightly hopped Summertime favorite leans slightly toward malty goodness - yet it is mostly balanced. Grab a pint soon. This Spezial wont last long!
Maibock | Maibock | ABV 6.3% | 25 IBU
We hoist a stein in Cincinnati's bock beer tradition. Pale Pilsner, kilned malts and noble hops create the backbone of this traditional Maibock. We know you'll sing it's praise
Emancipator | Dunkel | ABV 7.6% | 20 IBU
Our revived award winning Dunkler Doppelbock is back! With a lovely red/brown hue, notes of cherry, prune, and dates as well as a floral aftertaste, this traditional Doppelbock was crafted with traditional methods dating back to the days of the monks of old
Ruben Castillo and Greg Holthaus won the right to brew their award winning home brew on our 15 BBL system. A delightful Dunkel bock that is smooth but drinkable with rich roast and caramel notes paired with a silky finish make the harken back to the old country
Baltic Porter: Raspberry or Irish Cream | Porter | ABV 8.2% 45 IBU
Rich chocolate and caramel character with a warming robust roasty finish. Classic dark, smooth, fireside beer. Available in Raspberry and/or Irish Cream
Can't Decide, Try a Beer Flight!
Beer Flight
$8.00
Choose any four (4) Moerlein Beers and build your own flight. We suggest the Original Moerlein Lager as one of your options
The Moerlein Lager House celebrates Cincinnati’s brewing heritage, while growing a new generation of craft beer lovers that enjoy the time-tested traditions of matching freshly brewed beer with freshly made food. Since its opening along Cincinnati’s riverfront, the Moerlein Lager House has established itself as America’s World-Class Brewpub featuring inspired 19th century dishes to hundreds of guest brews as well as freshly brewed Award Winning Christian Moerlein beer on site. With over 100 craft beers to choose from, including freshly brewed on-site Christian Moerlein beer, you’ll be sure to find the perfect drink to pair with one of our delectable dishes. Moerlein Lager House is the place for craft beer lovers to taste new and interesting brews and enjoy some of Cincinnati’s traditional favorites.