Ché OTR

Ché came to Cincinnati as a food truck in 2014 and now serves artisanal Argentine cooking from its Walnut Street location in OTR. Its identity rests on empanadas, street-food bites and sandwiches; on Saturdays and Sundays, brunch runs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The menu brings Argentine roots into an informal room and courtyard that can stretch a meal outdoors when the weather cooperates. This is not a generic brunch house: it starts with a distinct cuisine and formats suited to sharing or eating without ceremony.

Guests often praise the empanadas, courtyard and service; some comments differ on the texture or cut of certain meats, so choosing a dish depends on personal preference. The menu changes between brunch and dinner, and the business says walk-ins are welcome while advising guests to call about possible waits. For a group, ordering several empanadas makes it possible to compare fillings; sandwiches are a more direct choice.

A short walk from Vine Street and the streetcar route, Ché is a useful stop between Washington Park and the district’s shops. The restaurant extends empanada and bar service beyond its main kitchen hours on some days, so brunch timing matters: the published window is short and limited to weekends. Its Argentine point of view, street-food format and courtyard provide a contrast to OTR’s diners and greenhouse dining rooms.

Sources: Ché: story, cuisine and locations · Ché: hours and brunch · Google Maps: Ché OTR