USA TODAY named its Bars of the Year. This Cincinnati favorite made the list

Longfellow bar in Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine neighborhood made USA TODAY’s list of best bars in the country.

The USA TODAY Bars of the Year 2024 list, released today, features 27 bars from dives to high-end cocktail bars.

"It's really good to hear," owner Mike Stankovich said about the nod from USA TODAY. "I couldn't do it without the amazing people who work for me and frequent the joint. I completely owe it to my staff and guests. It's a good feeling."

USA TODAY Network food journalists live and work in states across the country. They know their communities, and they pooled their expertise to select the list, which includes the places they spend their time and recommend to readers and friends.

Longfellow was chosen because of its gracious staff, exemplary bar food and the friendly neighborhood-joint vibe even newcomers feel the moment they walk in the door.

Here’s the full list and a closer look at Longfellow. And click here to see how the list came together.

This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: Cincinnati bar named to USA TODAY list of best bars in the US