The service was exceptional and I enjoyed the small diner decor and menu. A great reminder of simpler times when people actually met, talked and enjoyed some good food. I visited from CA and glad that I stopped here since this establishment has been in business approaching 78 years.

Anchor is one most friendly and trusted, my whole family and my extended family LOVE this place! If you have the chance, Have the band play! Over thirty years and still counting!

The ultimate dive in the greater Cincinnati area has got to be the Anchor Grill. This place hasn't changed much since the first time I visited over 40 years ago. Basic diner food, well made, great value, unique experience. Like many mom and pop places of a particular era, the Anchor Grill is cash only and defies local rules about smoking indoors. I don't know if they're grandfathered out of the rule, or they just don't care. In either case, the faint smell of stale smoke did not detract from the experience. The servings are large and made to order. If they're busy you may have to wait for a while, but it is well worth it. I recommend the Anchor Grill as an experience of its own. No pretense at all. It's a dive in all the best possible ways.

It's hard not to like Anchor grill. It's as "local greasy spoon" as it gets, but it has a relaxed, welcoming vibe. Sort of if your Mom and a couple of her friends opened a diner, and you stopped in for dinner. The staff are friendly and polite, and the food is surprisingly solid. If I'm in the Midwest, I have to satisfy my breaded, fried pork tenderloin sandwich craving. Theirs is thin but decent, and you can't beat the price. Cash only. Give it a try. The pancakes look great. If you're not a local, be aware many restaurants here allow you to smoke inside, and this is one of them.

From the owner to the staff are nothing short of amazing. Nothing but love and respect from you walk in the door . They damn near know what I want walking in the door . The cheesecake is amazing . Salmon croquettes on Friday are good . French toast is really good . The list goes on and on.

They don't make places like this anymore. It's a taste of the good ole days. Cash only and smoking allowed. I think it's great! Our server was so nice. It's kitschy inside- basically unchanged from decades ago. Has jukeboxes at the tables which no longer work,but they have a jukebox in the front room. Also they have a Chicago Coin Band Box that still works!! Our server turned it on for us!! So cool. My goetta and cheese omelette and biscuits and gravy were piping hot and delicious. Love this place!

Entering this building was like stepping back into the 1950's. I loved it! This was a recommendation from dinner the night before, and it did not disappoint. Service was stellar! The restaurant and restrooms were very clean. Friendly locals were there first thing in the morning. My son and I had biscuits and sausage gravy with a huge order of hash browns. My wife had a huge Mexican omelet. The food was very good,and three huge meals were only 28.00. I was blown away. We will be back in Cincinnati for concerts, and this will be our go to breakfast spot for sure.

I ordered the anchor burger & fries. My companion got the biscuits & gravy. With one soft drink (coke products) the bill was around $16. We went around 5:45, the place was empty besides us and one other customer. We sat at the counter and was waited on quickly. They have lots of booth seating also. The burger was simple, nothing fancy, but delicious! The fries are thick crinkle cut and were perfect! The B&G was on point, lots of sausage. It was decorated in anchors and lighthouses and signs with sassy sayings. It was exactly what you want a greasy spoon, hole in the wall to be. The only negatives: It's a cash only business. And smoking is allowed, but there is no designated smoking section.

Great local spot! Cash Only so be warned! Great menu and vibe! Could tell this was where the locals went. Great old diner! Goetta which is a local speciality was tasty. Breakfast and lunch menu available.