The Metropole restaurant at the 21c Museum Hotel is notable for its old-fashioned wood-burning stove – the kitchen revolves around it. Gastronomic critics praise the main local specialty – grilled chicken; experts of the American Condé Nast Traveler are sure that fried whole fish is no worse.

Chef Vanessa Miller offers modern classic French and Italian cuisine. Her Metropole menu, focused on local and seasonal offerings, is prepared with the goal of creating a social experience for guests who are on the cutting edge.

The ever-changing Metropole menu showcases the region’s organic farmers and producers, celebrating the full potential of often underrated ingredients. The bar and lounge invites you to visit a variety of craft beers on tap, house cocktails, bourbons and a selection of old and new world wines.

Designed by Deborah Berke Partner Architects, the space highlights the original mosaic floor, arched windows and architectural details, restoring the warmth and vitality of this historic gem.

Metropole’s culinary team offers a menu that focuses on the joy of nutritious food with a modern take on old-world techniques. Metropole highlights a diverse offering that utilizes global techniques mixed with culinary traditions prevalent in the Ohio Valley. Metropole’s ever-changing menu showcases the region’s organic farmers and producers, celebrating the full potential of often underrated ingredients. The bar and lounge invites you to visit a variety of craft beers on tap, house cocktails, bourbons and a great selection of old and new world wines.