Sotto

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Address:
118 E. 6th St.
Cincinnati, OH 45202

Neighborhood:
Cincinnati

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Cuisine:
Italian

Price: $30 and under

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Sotto Details

Dining Style: Casual Dining
Website: http://www.sottocincinnati.com
Email: info@sottocincinnati.com
Phone: (513) 977-6886
Hours of Operation: Dinner

Sunday-Thursday: 5:00pm-10:00pm
Friday-Saturday: 5:00pm-11:00pm
Payment Options: AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: Italian
Executive Chef: Executive Chef : Jeremy Lieb, Chef de Cuisine : Danny Combs
Dress Code: Casual Dress
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Counter Seating, Farm to Table, Fireplace, Full Bar, Gluten-free Menu, Late Night, Non-Smoking Area, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, Smoking Area, Wine

Getting there

Cross Street: Walnut Street
Parking: Valet
Parking Details: We offer valet parking directly in front of the restaurant beginning at 6pm daily.

A word from Sotto

It is a concept of casual intimacy and communal romance. Sotto is the art of simplicity, a steward of restraint. It’s undressed, gutsy and human. It is fire, meat, wheat, and laughter. Above all, Sotto is Italian.

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Awards voted by OpenTable diners

Diners' Choice WinnerBest Ambiance
Diners' Choice WinnerBest Food
Diners' Choice WinnerBest Service

Diner Reviews

"This place is a gem in the Cincinnati food scene. Great atmosphere and fantastic food! Service was outstanding, and did I mention the food was so wonderful. I highly recommend this restaurant."
Dined on 3/8/2014
"I particularly liked the goat cheese bruschetta but think it was overpriced for the small portion received. The entrees were good but too salty! It sounded like the tables near us had a nice chatty waiter; our waitress was nice but didn't really offer much information. I wasn't too impressed with the service but have no complaints either. As stated, the food was good but not worth the price. It was nice to try the restaurant--quite neat ambiance (& had heard rave reviews) but I'm not sure I would make a second trip (I preferred Nada's next door)."
Dined on 3/8/2014
"I found the noise level to be too high. We came not only to experience a good meal but to have a pleasant conversational evening. Conversation across the table which held only four people was difficult; we were on the verge of shouting to hear one another. The food was fine but my colleague and I have decided not to come again because of the noise level. We can find equally good food and service elsewhere without the noise. Thank you for asking my opinion."
Dined on 3/1/2014
"We had a nice experience overall, but there was enough of a 'vibe' present that the overbearing music became a bit of a nuisance to conversation."
Dined on 3/8/2014
"Fabulous food & terrific service! Felt like we were back in Italy at one of the neighborhood trattorias. Arugula salad was so simple yet so flavorful. There were four in our party so we each ordered a pasta dish and shared them. All of them were fabulous! House wine was great and so reasonably priced. Do not leave without ordering the "doughnuts" for dessert...a little bit of heaven...not to be missed! We were seated in the bar area which was very noisy. Next time we go I will ask for a different table. Anxious for a return visit to Sotto!"
Dined on 1/11/2014
"Absolutely love Sotto!! Great food, great service, great atmosphere every time! I've been here on multiple occasions, and I love it more each time."
Dined on 3/7/2014
"Boca Restaurant Group never ceases to amaze. The atmosphere was excellent felt like one was transported back into time. The waiter was very friendly and cordial and knew the menu front and back. The food was absolutely phenomenal. The pasta was so fresh and the pork loin was cooked to perfection. The best part about the whole experience was that the meals was under 60 dollars! Will def come back."
Dined on 3/6/2014
"We were visiting from Minneapolis. This was our third time at Sotto. And, it was our favorite experience of the three! The previous two dining experiences were great, as well, but this time just seemed even better! Patrick was our waiter, and was wonderful! Great recommendations, we tried some new things, that were delicious! No disappointments whatsoever. Great wine, great food and superb service! Definitely our favorite Cinci restaurants! Will go back for sure!"
Dined on 2/27/2014
"All the food was wonderful, but the short ribs were spectacular. The service and ambiance were perfect for a night out."
Dined on 3/4/2014
"Sotto has become my favorite Cincinnati restaurant If it weren't for the excessive noise, it would be perfect. I don't usually rave about salads, but the baby kale Caesar salad was terrific. Try the Cavatelli. Great service. In a past visit, I felt like we were being rushed, but last night's pace of service was great."
Dined on 3/4/2014
"I went with a friend. The waiter recommended we share 1 dish from each course. The goat cheese & hazelnut honey bruschetta was amazing. We then got the baby kale caesar which was good. The highlight of the meal was the short rib ravioli in the first course.... the best thing i have ever put in my mouth. We got the pork loin with lemon caper sauce for the 2nd course and finished with gelato - one vanilla bean and 1 salted caramel. Everything was delicious. So, so, so very good. The ambiance is amazing. My favorite spot in the city. I absolutely loved the experience. Well Done."
Dined on 3/3/2014
"From the Blue Oven bread with olive oil to the bruschetta with goat cheese and honey to the baby kale Caesar salad to the short rib ravioli to the pork schnitzel to the donuts at the end everything was fabulous! We will be coming back soon!"
Dined on 3/2/2014
"we went with a friend's couple before hitting the Aronoff. We shared appetizers, main and second plates, even the dessert. We had the chance to try several things. Everything was outstanding! the recommendations from the waiter were fantastic. We enjoyed the time there. Great value for the money as well."
Dined on 2/28/2014
"We waited two months to grab at table at Sotto. The lumache all’amatricianae, fell very short. Our server said that the kitchen was behind on the pasta dishes. He tried to soften the blow by bringing us the goat cheese & hazelnut honey bruschetta. The bread was but black on sides and bottom. When the pasta came to the table, the pasta was not a la dente, but crunchy. The tonnarelli cacio my husband ordered was a too cheesy, almost gummy, and the black pepper consumed the overall flavor. My husband ordered the sea bass, Our server advised us to eat the sea bass with the wood charred skin entact. My husband said the fish was good, after he had removed the skin. The flavor of the wheat, tomato and kale was bland. Very disappointing."
Dined on 3/1/2014
"Food was outstanding from start to finish. The ricotta donuts are to die for!!"
Dined on 2/28/2014
"Took my mom here for a pre-theater dinner. We normally go to Nada but I'm so glad we tried something new! Very cool location, the food was excellent and staff were incredibly friendly. Can't wait to go back with my husband and friends in the future."
Dined on 2/27/2014
"I have been to Sotto several times. This time the service was disappointing, the food was okay. Seemed expensive for what we had."
Dined on 2/27/2014
"Sottos is the best restaurant in Cincinnati. It is perfect in every way!"
Dined on 2/24/2014
"The Server was very knowledgeable and energetic. His recommendations were fantastic. The food was outstanding. The lighting was a little dark but we all were very impressed with the food. Will definitely return."
Dined on 2/23/2014
"The wine, food and ambience at Sotto's is unmatched in Cincinnati. It's a great place to take a date or celebrate the promotion. We ordered the braised beef and the short rib cappellacci. Both were delicious. We had to goat cheese bruschetta as an appetizerand I would recommend that as well. Overall it was a magical night- Sotto's is gorgeous."
Dined on 2/23/2014
"My wife and I celebrated her birthday at Sotto, and it was SPECTACULAR!"
Dined on 2/21/2014
"If you want to experience true Italian food and ambience without the over priced plane ticket, Sotto is the spot. You are automatically transported to a different world when you walk down their carefully crafted steps. From the setting to the service Sotto stands out in a class of it's own. Combined this with a one of a kind menu and carefully crafted cocktails any citizen of the food-nation would be a fool not to enjoy it's splendors."
Dined on 2/20/2014
"Great meal.... from beginning to end. We shared: Chicken liver mousse bruschetta - yummy garlic and butter laden bruschetta loaded with pate Farro (ancient grain) with beets, almonds, golden raisins and goat cheese. I LOVED THIS. So many different "tangy" flavors and textures. Really memorable. We took some home and it was as good the next day. Lumache all'amatriciana - shell pasta draped in spicy tomato sauce. Mildly spicy. Flavorful. Braised beff "peposa" with tomato, red wine and polenta. Peppery hot but also terrifically flavorful. Robust. Ricotta donuts with three sauces - next time we'll beg for one sauce - the caramel which was wonderfully salty and sweet."
Dined on 2/19/2014
"I loved it when it was LaNormandie's, and I'm so happy its re-opened as Sotto. The food is fabulous and our server was very friendly and helpful as it was our first time there. I love that it's made for sharing and portions are perfect. Everything was fresh and delicious. Loved the ambiance as well. Can't say enough good about it."
Dined on 2/19/2014
"Wouldn't expect to find food this good in a smaller-sized city, but Sotto is the real deal."
Dined on 2/18/2014
"Food was excellent! Menu was interesting and fun! Will definitely be back!"
Dined on 2/17/2014
"Bring one if you want to read the menu. It was so dark, I couldn't read the menu or get a really good look at my food. Also, we sat at a table in the bar area and the music was so loud that the server had to basically scream his descriptions of the food. Additionally, the temperature in the room fluctuated between an oven and and arctic blast from the vent that blew directly on us. I will request a seat in the main dining room the next time."
Dined on 2/17/2014
"Interior is stunning! Server and GM were very attentive. Food was great"
Dined on 2/16/2014
"From the moment you walk in you know it's going to be great food and a good time. Our waitress was wondering and informative, and the food was outstanding. MUST TRY THE DOUGHNUTS!"
Dined on 2/15/2014
"My husband and I ate at Sotta for the first time last Saturday and what an amazing experience! The ambience, food and service are 5-stars and I HIGHLY recommend this restaurant to anyone wanting an upscale dining experience - where they can wear jeans! All of the food is delicious but you MUST save room for the ricotta donuts! I don't even like ricotta but this dessert is mouth-watering and the sauces complement the donuts perfectly. This restaurant is great for couples, friends, coworkers, etc.! Although I did see young children there, i would not recommend as the food options are high-end and expensive. Overall, CANNOT wait to go again!"
Dined on 2/15/2014
"it was our first time at Sotto and we really enjoyed ourselves. the server was extremely helpful with selections and everything was really good. it was a little noisy, but it was really fun. Everyone had a great time and we will be going again. The candles on the table are a very nice touch for ambiance."
Dined on 2/14/2014
"cannot say enough! the place is beautiful, the food was the best in Cincinnati and beyond! our waiter, Seth was attentive and knowledgeable and funny! Can't wait to come back!!!!!"
Dined on 2/12/2014
"Ok, so I had very high expectations coming in and I left wanting to come back for more. The night started off with some some disappointment with not being seated right away despite having a reservation, but once we took our seats everything was just fine. The wait staff was very accommodating and the food came out quickly. The farro salad with beats and goat cheese was an excellent choice, full of flavor. The pork loin with lemon & caper sauce was also excellent, big enough to share between four adults. I would recommend ordering a protein for the group to share and each individual getting a pasta. We tried a few desserts and I would suggest the donuts which came with three different types of dipping sauces."
Dined on 2/14/2014
"Went to Soto before the ballet and my birthday. the food was imaginative and delicious. Desserts were terrific. Loved the look of the place and the wait person was charming and not intrusive. Can't wait to go back."
Dined on 2/13/2014
"My boyfriend and I chose to go to Sotto for an early Valentine's Day dinner. Neither of us had been before, and we thoight that the atmosphere and ambiance was really great. Our server, Jackie, was very nice and incredibly helpful when it came to choosing our courses. She was very knowledgeable about the menu, and had great recommendations. Dont skip dessert - the gelato and donuts are to die for."
Dined on 2/12/2014
"Have decided this is my favorite restaurant in Cincinnati!"
Dined on 2/12/2014
"I loved EVERYTHING about Sotto and our dining experience there. The appetizer--honey goat cheese bruschetta--was out of this world. It was so tasty I had to close my eyes so I could savor every morsel and pray that the flavor of the last bite would never leave my mouth. My hunky husband and I shared the short rib cappellacci and lumache all’amatriciana for dinner and were blown away. It was all I could do to avoid licking the plates. For dessert, we shared the ricotta doughnuts w/ three sauces and the pistachio ice cream. I don't think I've ever enjoyed a dessert as much as I enjoyed those perfectly hot, tasty, soft doughnuts. And that salted caramel sauce--I would have its children! Altogether, Sotto was incredible. Much love!"
Dined on 2/10/2014
"Food was good but not fabulous. Service was good but not fabulous. Noise level high, have to strain to have a conversation. Wine list is all Italian but not high quality, could use a lot of improvement. Overall friendly service and pleasant evening. Would go back if someone asked me but it would not be my first choice."
Dined on 2/9/2014
"Braised beef dinner was too salty. Bronzino was excellent. Antipasti dishes very good. Chianti was pricey. Meals in general a little pricey also."
Dined on 2/8/2014
"Took my wife here last night for her birthday - everything was perfect! Starting and ending with our amazing server who was helpful, knowledgeable, and friendly. All five dishes were wonderful - can't wait to come back to try more!"
Dined on 2/6/2014

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