A few regulars sat at each end of the bar and chatted amicably with the staff, as the E's patrons poured quarters into the jukebox and let it play all night. A separate room to the left of the bar holds a pool table, and the hallways are dotted with press stories about the E - its opening, its history, its niche. A sign behind the bar announces that Scrabble, Boggle, Backgammon, Trivial Pursuit and Scattergories are available for interested persons. The bartenders are usually up for a game, said a man from the E, and unless they're swamped, they'll play with you. Of course, I doubt they get many requests on the weekends, but a trio of some E food, E drink and E Scrabble could be a fun evening during the week.
Prices are a little cheaper than the E's neighbors, too.
It's not much. But do expect good food, a friendly staff and satisfying music from the jukebox. It's just a regular bar. Subscribe to Cincinnati's Entertainment Newsletter . The Cincinnati Enquirer , a Gannett Co. Inc. newspaper.