Rootie's

Rootie's is a nice break from some of the other bars in Cheviot. They have pool, they have darts, they have good, well-priced drinks; they don't have a concept. And honestly, the lack of a concept is refreshing, and indicative of the Westside bars I grew up with. (Yes, I know that sounds funny, but it doesn't make it any less true.)

Stop in for a drink and relax. Don't expect overly loud music or overly rowdy people - just a good place to stop & get a drink/

Best of all: scuttlebutt says there's a subterranean room in this bar that is only opened when the owner wants to open it. I've never been, but for goodness' sake - it's subterranean!

This place is yet another one of the small bars that line Harrison Ave. in Cheviot.  There is nothing offensive or outstanding about it.  It is just another bar.

It is a casual bar that anyone can walk into.  It is not a locals-only, where only the regulars get service.  On the other hand, it is not a place where you are welcomed in as a long lost friend.  You are generally ignored by the other patrons and staff alike.

Service at the bar is perfectly reasonable.  The place is never so busy to make you wait for your drink for very long.  My go-to drink is a tall diet and vodka... their tall is very small.  It does not last me very long.... The drinks are not weak or strong- just average.

Prices are about typical for the area of town.  Definitely cheaper than a bar downtown.

The bar itself is small and clean.  Plenty of seating along the bar and at high round tables.  Bathrooms are old, but clean.  There is a jukebox, but fortunately the music is never very loud.  

If you are looking for a casual night out with friends, chilling and talking, Rootie's is a perfectly acceptable place to go.