Base Camp Café thumbnail

Base Camp Café

3.9 stars based on 442 ratings Today's hours: 10 am-4 pm Add a review

$$ Restaurant

About

Base Camp Café offers a delightful respite within the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, perfect for a casual lunch or a quick bite after exploring. Guests rave about the scrumptious comfort food, especially the thick-cut fries and delicious pepperoni pizza. The outdoor seating creates a pleasant atmosphere, ideal for families, with wheelchair-accessible amenities to ensure everyone can enjoy the experience. While the lines can get busy, the fast service and friendly staff make it a worthy stop for a fun day out. Prices range around $15 per person, balancing quality with convenience.

Contact Info

  • Location: 3400 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45220
  • Located in: Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
  • Phone: (513) 475-6160
  • Price range: $$

Opening hours

  • Monday: 10 am-4 pm
  • Tuesday: 10 am-4 pm
  • Wednesday: 10 am-4 pm
  • Thursday: 10 am-4 pm
  • Friday: 10 am-4 pm
  • Saturday: 10 am-4 pm
  • Sunday: 10 am-4 pm

Food and drink

Food & drink
Food & drink
The vibe at Base Camp Café
Vibe
Giraffe Ridge
Giraffe Ridge
French fries
French fries
Cheetah Encounter
Cheetah Encounter

Menus and Prices

Base Camp Café menu and prices
Menu #2
Menu #3
Menu #4

Services

  • Outdoor seating
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery
  • Fast service
  • Lunch
  • Solo dining
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Quick bite
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Toilets
  • Casual
  • Groups
  • Usually a wait
  • Accepts reservations
  • Credit cards
  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Add Your Review

You can upload up to 4 images (JPEG, PNG, WebP).

Recent Reviews

Review by Katlyn Dicki

October 02, 2024

Base Camp Café at the Cincinnati Zoo is a hidden gem for a quick bite! 😊 The outdoor patio offers a lovely atmosphere, and I found the service fast - even with a line out the door.

I indulged in a huge chicken sandwich, which was deliciously juicy and paired perfectly with thick, crispy fries that were a dream! 🍟 The pepperoni pizza was a standout too, loaded with gooey cheese and perfect for sharing.

My only hiccup was the sauce dispensers being empty - but that’s minor. Overall, it’s a great spot for lunch, especially when enjoying the zoo. Don't forget to bring some ketchup! 😂


Nearby Restaurants

Los Potrillos Mexican Restaurant Bar & Grill

Los Potrillos Mexican Restaurant Bar & Grill

Mexican restaurant

316 Ludlow Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220, United States

LaRosa's Pizzeria

LaRosa's Pizzeria

Pizza restaurant

116 Forest Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220, United States

Sitwell's Coffeehouse Act II

Sitwell's Coffeehouse Act II

Restaurant

324 Ludlow Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220, United States

The Upside Brew

The Upside Brew

Coffee shop

329 Ludlow Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220, United States

J. Gumbo's-Clifton

J. Gumbo's-Clifton

Cajun restaurant

286 Ludlow Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220, United States

Dusmesh Indian Restaurant & Bar | Best Indian Restaurant | Best Indian Food | Best Indian Curry

Dusmesh Indian Restaurant & Bar | Best Indian Restaurant | Best Indian Food | Best Indian Curry

Indian restaurant

944 Ludlow Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220, United States

Proud Rooster Restaurant

Proud Rooster Restaurant

Restaurant

345 Ludlow Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220, United States

Ajeet Indian Restaurant & Nepali Cuisine | best Indian Restaurant | Best Curry | Best Nepali Food

Ajeet Indian Restaurant & Nepali Cuisine | best Indian Restaurant | Best Curry | Best Nepali Food

Indian restaurant

341 Ludlow Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220, United States

Ambar India Restaurant

Ambar India Restaurant

Indian restaurant

350 Ludlow Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220, United States

Dewey's Pizza

Dewey's Pizza

Pizza restaurant

265 Hosea Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220, United States

Gaslight Bar and Grill

Gaslight Bar and Grill

Restaurant

351 Ludlow Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220, United States

Cactus Pear

Cactus Pear

Mexican restaurant

3215 Jefferson Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220, United States

Calvin’s Winky Dogs

Calvin’s Winky Dogs

Hot dog restaurant

111 Woolper Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220, United States

Baladi Restaurant & Bakery

Baladi Restaurant & Bakery

Syrian restaurant

3307 Clifton Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220, United States

Habanero on Ludlow

Habanero on Ludlow

Mexican restaurant

358 Ludlow Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220, United States

Biagio's Bistro

Biagio's Bistro

Italian restaurant

308 Ludlow Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220, United States

Arlin's Bar & Restaurant

Arlin's Bar & Restaurant

Bar & grill

307 Ludlow Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220, United States

Skyline Chili

Skyline Chili

Restaurant

290 Ludlow Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220, United States

The Whole Bowl Cincinnati

The Whole Bowl Cincinnati

Vegetarian restaurant

364 Ludlow Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220, United States

Richie's Chicken & Soul

Richie's Chicken & Soul

Soul food restaurant

110 Woolper Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220, United States