Some places feel a little bit like vacation, even when they’re only a short drive away. Macaron Bar in Cincinnati’s Over-the-Rhine neighborhood is one of those places: bright, colorful, and just a little bit indulgent in the best way.
The shop sits along the rows of historic brick buildings that make OTR such a fun neighborhood to wander. Inside, the case is lined with rows of jewel-toned macarons — crisp on the outside, chewy on the inside, and filled with everything from classic chocolate ganache to seasonal fruit flavors. It’s the kind of spot where you order “just one” and somehow end up with a box.
A Little Treat in the Middle of the City
What makes Macaron Bar special isn’t just the pastries. It’s the feeling of taking a moment to slow down in the middle of a busy city. You might take your box to go and wander through OTR, or sit at a table and watch people come and go, each with their own reason for stopping in.
For a lot of Ohioans, a trip to Cincinnati means catching a game, visiting a museum, or heading to Findlay Market. Adding a stop at Macaron Bar is an easy way to turn an ordinary day in the city into something that feels a little more special.
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