Hyde Park Square

The square is a great place to hang out, grab a coffee, eat at a casual restaurant like Arthur’s or a higher end place like Alfio’s. Greater’s ice cream is also a favorite among locals. Sunday’s May through October, there is a terrific farmers market with live music and many booths offering everything from honeys and jams to fresh produce and the best fresh mozzarella cheese I have ever had. In June, the Hyde park blast is a must do. Bicycle races throughout the day with live music and a big party at the end of the day. The art festival the first weekend in October is also a terrific event showcasing art from many mediums and styles. Live the square!

This is a very nice spot to see and be seen on nice days with great weather. We ate ice cream while sitting on the bench watching all of the people and pets walk by. All of the shops are so close that you can find alot in a city block. Also there is a nice variety of things and if you cant find what you are looking for then just turn the corner. More shops await!

***Hyde Park Square is a very picturesque residential and shopping district just outside of Downtown Cincinnati; Hyde Park Square features a nice park area, lots of greenery, a great small town-​feel, and a nostalgic look; while I did not really find any eateries or shops that truly appealed to me, I did like how most of the shops and eateries seemed local; I did not recognize many of the businesses here outside of Graeter’s (a Cincinnati ice cream shop) and Lululemon***
Street parking is available.

Loved walking around this area on a Sunday afternoon. Unfortunately, being that the Bengals were playing and it was Sunday late afternoon, so I think many of the shops were winding down, it was a little dead. But I could tell that if I’d been there at another time, maybe a Saturday, it would be bustling with people. I had the chance to get Graeters and walk down some of the side streets and WOW the houses are beautiful. Its a picturesque area for sure! I did some shopping at the vintage marketplace and really liked it — thought for the most part the prices at that shop were very reasonable. If I were ever to move to Cincinnati, and I had the money, this area would be great to live in.

Once you get past the fact that everyone around you has a giant golden retriever and Michelle Obama arms, you start to fall in love with this place.
Hyde Park Square has everything you could need; coffee shops, wine, boutiques, all anchored by a beautiful little park. I have to admit, living in OTR I am a bit jealous of all the greenery and landscaping. They really do a great job of keeping it looking pretty all four seasons.
What I love most though, is how almost every restaurant has a patio overlooking the square. Great for people watching, and enjoying a beautiful day. My only complaint if that it is almost impossible to park here and everything surrounding it is metered parking. Other than that, watch out for crazy moms running with strollers and you will be fine ;)

One of Cincinnati’ s classic destinations, Hyde Park Square. The Flying Pig Marathon runs through the square the first Sunday in May. The Hyde Park Blast race and block party in end of June/​early July. The Hyde Park Farmers Market is a treat on Sunday mornings during the summer months and always a crowd at Graeter’s.
Can be a challenge to find a parking spot in one of the spots on or around the square.
My favorite event at the square is the art festival the first Sunday in October, this year had the best group of artists to date.

I like hanging out on the square. It’s great to grab a burger at Arthur’s, then a cup of coffee at Awakenings, then an ice cream at Graeter’s, and enjoy it at the fountain, watching all the kids running around in the grass trying to hit each other with pine cones.
It’s beautiful in just about every season, with trees blossoming in spring, flowers blooming in summer, leaves changing in autumn, and holiday lights in winter.
If you’re lucky enough to live within walking distance like I am, you can stroll down and avoid the parking situation. If not, this may be a frustration. However, if you come planning to park a few blocks away, there’s usually plenty of spots available to park on the street.
Two places you have to visit: Miller Gallery and Arthur’s.

Good shops, I come through every few weeks. Love the galleries. This is a very aristocratic and high-​end part of the city, so rarely any hippies or guitar playing on the square. Parking on a weekday is not bad at all. Never visited on a weekend, but even a Friday at 5PM, I found a spot right in the square, not a side street. I do recommend this area for shopping and eating, and even personal errands, as there is a convenient post office, bank. No coffee shop, which would do killer business with the crowd that frequents Hyde Park square!
One thing: If you are coming from a big city, be warned, no fast walkers here.

Just remodeled the area and it looks great! I reallly like the selections of restaurants and businesses, especially Arthurs, Teller of Hyde Park and of course my Dentist (Dr. Luttimer). If you like marathons, Hyde Park Blast is held here every June.
It’s convenient and there is enough parking if you come here early.

Urban squares don’t get more relaxing than this.
Yes, I realize that Hyde Park Square is crushed between two two-​lane segments of Erie Ave. However, let me explain.
Complete with park benches, trails, and trees, Hyde Park Square resembles a park in Boston or New York than something you’d expect to find in Cincinnati. Whether you’re people watching, cuddling with a loved one or walking your dog, there isn’t a better place to do that than here.
Also, I might add that with all the boutiques and restaurants on the square, you can shop or eat to your heart’s desire.
I wouldn’t go out of my way to come here, but it’s a nice place to relax if you are in the neighborhood.

Hyde Park Square reminds me of the time I spent in Boston, strolling along the promenade of shops on Newburry Street. It also reminds me of Chicago, as Michigan Avenue bisects the Square. Whatever the memory, it is our little slice of haute couture in Cincinnati.
My favorite stores are Knickers, which sells beautiful lingerie, and Gourmet Food & Wine, which is like Findlay Market in one shop. Dozens of other boutiques line the Square selling fashions, vintage décor, art and more.
The Square also hosts many restaurants, such as Arthur’s, Indigo, Pocco a Poco, Teller’s, Echo, and more. Many of these places I have heard of but not tried thinking they were far away. Now, seeing as they are all just off of Edwards Road, plus all grouped together on the Square, I look forward to trying out all of them.
On the corner of Hyde Park Square is the fire department. On slow nights, you can see the firemen sitting outside enjoying the fresh air. They’re some of the nicest people I’ve met, always taking the time to greet you as you pass. Sometimes they even offer to give you a tour of the fire truck!
Hyde Park Square is a lovely place to spend an evening or take a weekend stroll. There’s plenty to do, eat, and shop!

Sorry to be the party pooper here but… Hyde Park Square is neither a square nor is it in any way, shape, or form interesting. I came here from out of town (staying in a downtown hotel) expecting to see a bustling, pedestrian market square full of shops, outdoor cafes, restaurants, etc.
There are how many cafes/​restaurants here? 2 or 3? maybe 4 if you include Arthur’s up the street? Its a fine little patch of grass with a couple of shops around, but it is certainly not worth travelling out of the downtown area to see. Why does this place get ANY hype at all.

Ah, Hyde Park Square. Is there anywhere more relaxing or romantic?
I’m not sure what makes this place so fantastic, since it’s in the middle of two very busy streets (Erie and Edwards) with cars constantly whipping by. It also splits up the shopping district on Erie, so there are constantly people whipping by on their way to buy or return or eat or drink or do anything but sit.
But sitting is what you do in Hyde Park Square. Maybe you’re on one of the benches. Maybe you’re on the fountain. Maybe you’re on the bench looking at the fountain. Either way, take a seat my friend, you’ve earned it.
This is also a great people watching spot. I’m not sure what it is about Hyde Park, but you’ll see some ridiculous sites as you go by (my favorite is the woman who dressed like Lady GaGa with her bright white dog. She’s awesome.) And there are indeed dogs everywhere. If you were trying to figure out what type of dog to buy, but didn’t know where to spot, stop here. You’ll see every type in existence.
There are many places to just stop and take a breathe in Cincinnati, but Hyde Park Square has to be one of my favorite.

the park itself is a great spot to sit in and listen to the fountain, eat your ice cream, and watch the world go by, the businesses around here are starting to be more balanced to give you a better night life, but it has the right blend of trendy, and casual, One of my top 3 squares to hang out at. Parking can kind of suck, but usually the lot behind Tellers is a good bet. great place to bring a date, or a business client, or your out of town mail order bride.

This little urban park is a great place to chill after a nice dinner on a cool summer evening or even a place to eat some Graeter’s (which is directly across from it). Either way, the park is a charming example of a place to sit, walk and relax… We need more of these kind of parks in the city. It’s too bad that when Mt. Lookout Square was recently redeveloped the city didn’t model it on Hyde Park Square… instead they kept it as a parking lot.

Alot of people have reviewed this as a business district but I am going to simply review it for the small patch of greenspace on Erie. There are a few other squares in Cincinnati, Mt. Lookout Square and Fountain Square for example, but neither of those places have grass, which is what I think really makes a really great square. The fountain is really beautiful, especially when lit up for Christmas, and with trees on the edges, it almost feels like an island in the middle of a busy business district. One of my favorite, and judging by my fellow citizens who often are often in the square, is to grab a cup of ice cream from Graeter’s and just sit on a bench and enjoy the scenery. It is also a pretty great place for people watching because there is no shortage of people moving through or hanging out in the square.
It is close to a lot of good restaurants, so after you stuff yourself at Arthur’s, Teller’s or Indigo, you can go have a seat in the square and hang out for a bit.
There are some water fountains here for drinking but I wouldn’t recommend using them if you are squeamish, a lot of people let their dogs drink from them.

Located in one of Cincinnati’s most affluent neighborhoods, Hyde Park Square caters to the city’s upper-​middle and upper classes. The square is surrounded by restaurants, various retails stores, hair salons, art galleries, banks, real estate offices, doctor’s and lawyer’s offices, and even a fire house. In the center of the square is a greenspace with a small babbling fountain.
I must admit that some of the galleries feature «artwork» that isn’t particularly to my taste. Some of the restaurants are hit-​and-​miss. And all of the stores are overpriced.
But the stores, the galleries, and the restaurants are not what solely defines Hyde Park Square. Every Sunday from May until October there is an open air Farmer’s Market where fresh produce is available. There are numerous events that take such as a Sidewalk Sale, various musical performances, and holiday celebrations. Then there’s the annual Hyde Park Art Show, where over a hundred local artists are featured showing off their wares.
It’s not a terribly large square. Which is where the biggest pain comes into play. It is almost impossible to find a place to park. If you’re lucky, you can track down a spot on one of the side streets, which results in a bit of a walk. And if you do get a spot close to the center of the square, the meter is only good for an hour, so you really don’t have that much time to get settled and enjoy yourself before you’re rushing back to your car to drop more coins into the meter. And traffic can be pretty atrocious. Indeed, you are often forced to take your life into your own hands just attempting to cross the street.
But all-​in-​all it’s a decent place. As I said when I reviewed Fountain Square, it’s a city square. What can you expect from it?
Mahalo, and enjoy.

Hyde Park Square is one of Cincinnati’s cutest shopping and dining districts. Nestled around a small park with a fountain, the square has a lot to offer the Hyde Park community and beyond.
The shopping is really overpriced and fancy in my opinion. I don’t think I would ever actually buy something here unless it was on super mega sale. However, window shopping is a fun activity instead. Some of my favorite stores to look at are Knickers of Hyde Park, Poeme, and Head over Heels. The square also has some very good eateries. I enjoy going to the Echo for a classic diner brunch. Tellers of Hyde Park is fancy so dress up before you go!
The cutest Graeter’s in the city is also located on the square. On a nice day it’s really fun to take your ice cream and eat in the park by the Kilgour Fountain in the center. Be careful crossing the street to get to the park, the cars drive by there really quickly!
I’ve never been to the farmer’s market that is located in the US Bank parking lot, but I can’t wait to find out what sorts of fresh goodies they have. It’s one of the most well known farmers markets in the city.

In search of a day defined by great shopping, fine dining, and relaxing strolling? Look no further than Hyde Park Square. This neighborhood district is situated along Erie Ave in Cincinnati. The street is lined with businesses (shopping, dining, and real estate, along with salons and art galleries) that inhabit beautiful examples of classical architecture.
The middle of the square is a little green park, situated around a fountain that was donated to the people of Hyde Park in 1900. On warm days you’ll find families eating their Greater’s ice cream in the park (a quaint Greater’s store sits in the middle of the square), on warm weekend nights you’ll often find live bands and dancing. You’ll always find trendy couples canoodling in the romantic atmosphere.
Best bets for dining are Teller’s or Red for upscale culinary pleasures, Indigo or Arthur’s for a more casual, friendly, environment. Apparel shopping is great at Knicker’s, Alligator Purse, and Karisma. Or, pick up knick-​knacks at Originalities or Hyde Bark. If you’re in the art market, stop by one of the square’s many galleries… or just stop to browse.
Parking in the square can be a problem but valet on Wednesday-​Saturday nights for $ 5 makes it a little easier. Or you can drive around for ages and duke it out for one of the few on-​street parking spots… either way.
In the warm season, a farmers market visits the square on Sundays from 10am-​2pm. Check it out for fresh local (sometimes organic) produce and other home-​made wares.