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Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Cincinnati / Dayton

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best ambiance in Cincinnati / Dayton? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

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Oriental Wok - Cincinnati, OH

4.9

4.9 (1470)

$30 and under

Chinese

Cincinnati

About the restaurant

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Since 1977, the Wong family's Oriental Wok is favorite choice for traditional Chinese cuisine. Visit Oriental Wok to discover hospitality and a delicious dining experience. Convenient curbside takeout and delivery also available. Order online at orientalwok.com

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RichardVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Last evening we were indulged in two great selections; for the appetizer there were Persian Cucumbers in a chili oil vinaigrette and our entree was panko encrusted with Chinese 5 spice soft shelled crabs served on a bed of Chinese Napa salad. Both were excellent!

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Oriental Wok - Ft.Mitchell, KY

4.9

4.9 (1165)

$30 and under

Chinese

Fort Mitchell

About the restaurant

In November 1977, Helen And I opened Oriental Wok pursuing our American Dream. We poured our hearts into this business, meeting great customers along the way. Now, I am proud to call many of you my friends. Your support and friendship for nearly 50 years have meant so much to me and my family.

With so many restaurant choices, I am honored each time you visit Oriental Wok. Thank you for celebrating all the big and small occasions with us throughout the years. My family and I look forward to sharing more great food and laughter with you for years to come.

Truly,
Mike and Helen Wong
Susanna, Angela, Guy and Travis

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Diana

Dined 3 days ago

This was a get-together of ladies - I organize twice a year, and the past several years we go to The Oriental Wok where we can sit and chat, enjoy good food and hot jasmine tea.

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4.9

4.9 (6291)

$50 and over

Contemporary European

Central Business District

About the restaurant

Boca is Chef David Falk's ode to Europe. It is a one of a kind dining experience marrying world-class, chef driven cuisine with gracious service. Boca's design couples contemporary European and American stylings with touches of rusticity in an airy urban space. The elegant and inviting surroundings welcome guests for an afternoon cocktail, a small bite before a great show at nearby theaters, a casual dinner with friends, or a luxurious night out.

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AngelaVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Great service and delicious food as always! Will be back in two weeks.

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4.9

4.9 (217)

$30 and under

Eastern European

Central Business District

About the restaurant

ARE YOU HUNGRY?

When was the last time you ate?! We’re getting ready to open our doors this summer. We hope you’ll come and sit at our family’s table.

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Logan

Dined 1 day ago

Great all around. We would definitely go back. Very good food and kind people.

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4.8

4.8 (1536)

$31 to $50

Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

Over the Rhine

About the restaurant

Our Rattle Room welcomes you when joining us 4 floors below Vine street. The Rattle Room does not require reservations and is seated on a first come first serve basis.
Reservations are recommended and prioritized for our Den. If you have a reservation, please check in with the host at the front door before waiting in line. Reservations in our Den will be held for 15 minutes and are a total of 2 hours long (Excluding Saturday reservations before 6:30 which are an hour and a half).

We do not serve food, nor allow outside food.

Ghost Baby exists to rattle the extraordinary. Our cocktail lounge and music venue claims a 170-year-old space that once served as a lagering tunnel for a brewing company. Come as you are and enjoy an inventive cocktail, a stiff drink, your favorite canned beer, or a glass of our hand-selected wine. Reserve your spot for an intimate, unique performance in the Den or join us in the Rattle Room (front bar) on a walk-in basis.

21+ | Dress Code Enforced

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KarenVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Wonderful visit on Tuesday night, artfully crafted cocktails, great service & one of the coolest venues in the Midwest

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The Baker's Table

4.9

4.9 (133)

$50 and over

Farm-to-table

Cincinnati

About the restaurant

An EATER Best New Restaurant in America 2019, Baker's Table offers a fine dining farm-to-table experience in historic Newport, Kentucky.

Our monthly-changing Six Course tasting menu is inspired by a love of timeless traditions and a passion for real ingredients. We offer a Four Course Wine or Spirit-Free pairing to perfectly compliment your meal.

-Effortless options available for guests with dietary restrictions including vegetarian, gluten free, and dairy free
-Perfectly crafted portion sizes leave you feeling nourished and light
-Complimentary replacement if a dish doesn’t meet your expectations
-Reservations suggested in the dining room. Walk-ins welcomed at the bar
-A la carte dining available at the bar
-Ample free parking near the restaurant
-Only twenty tables available each night

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JimVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Had portions of the summer menu. Very creative apps Had a fail on the pasta but they brought out a replacement and comped the dish. Can't complain. Great steak. Wine list is very nice, could use a few more $50-60 options but well put-together. Service very good.

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4.9

4.9 (3255)

$31 to $50

Tapas / Small Plates

Cincinnati

About the restaurant

Mita's is the second restaurant from James Beard Finalist Chef Jose Salazar and is named after his Colombian grandmother - his "Mita." The beautiful 130 seat restaurant designed by MSA Architects is located in the heart of downtown Cincinnati at the corner of Fifth and Race Streets on the ground floor of the 84.51 Building. Mita's eclectic, farm inspired tapas menu focuses on both the traditional and modern foods and beverages of Spain and Latin America, with charcuterie, ceviches, and paella.

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Andrew

Dined 1 day ago

As a Cincinnati native and a foodie, this restaurant ranks in my top 5 in the city, no question. Jose Salazar is quickly making a name for himself here, and this is where he is at his best. Amazing, diverse menu, amazing service, and every dish tasting incredible where the chef’s talent really shines. Not only is the food exquisite, it is a great value too. Highly recommend - it is one of those places that you can confidently speak highly of because you know it will deliver.

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Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Cincinnati

4.8

4.8 (9675)

$50 and over

Steak

Central Business District

About the restaurant

Jeff Ruby's is a reimagined art deco style steakhouse featuring U.S.D.A Prime Steaks and Fresh Seafood...not to mention our extensive selection of sushi, signature salads, Steakhouse sides, and desserts. Jeff Ruby's is conveniently located across from Fountain Square and is within walking distance of downtown hotels and the convention center. When you demand the very best in dining experiences, choose Jeff Ruby's. Discover the distinction for yourself!

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Kenyata

Dined 1 day ago

We are regular customers. We love Jeff Ruby's. Great experience as usual

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4.9

4.9 (10164)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Montgomery

About the restaurant

Classic style paired with Jeff Ruby's U.S.D.A Prime Steaks and exceptional seafood.
Three unique dining rooms, three wine cellars, and live music.

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JoanVIP

Dined 3 days ago

We had a great time, great service, and great food.

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4.9

4.9 (9580)

$50 and over

Steak

Hyde Park

About the restaurant

For Jeff Ruby, this is the steakhouse that started it all. In 1981, The Precinct was born in the former Cincinnati Police Patrol House Number 6. This turn-of-the-century, Romanesque-style structure would hold what is now the longest, continuously running fine dining restaurant in the city.
Recently named one of America's Top 10 Steakhouses by USA Today and Gayot.com, The Precinct is frequently recognized as having Cincinnati’s best steaks, seafood, and service. This consistent, high level of quality and overall guest experience over 4 decades has endeared Precinct to celebrities, business people, families, and loyal diners alike. The Precinct also offers a quaint outdoor patio area where guests may dine.

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Derek

Dined 1 day ago

Howie was an awesome hostess food was superb and the scenery was amazing. Will definitely be back.

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