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4.9 (3599)

$50 and over

Italian

Hyde Park

It is unexpected to find a restaurant that blends Argentine and Italian cuisines in Cincinnati; however, Alfio's Buon Cibo has managed to do just that since its debut in 2016. Nestled in the Hyde Park neighborhood, Alfio's Buon Cibo serves contemporary Italian flavors with Argentine twists. The restaurant is named after chef Alfio Gulisano, who draws inspiration from his Italian roots and upbringing in Argentina. Alfio's offers a vast menu featuring fresh seafood, house-made pasta, creative desserts, signature entrees, short rib ravioli, and chicken marsala. Also, the restaurant provides a chic, laidback yet welcoming atmosphere, including vibrant mustard walls, paintings of Mediterranean houses, and dark wood furniture, ideal for a remarkable dining experience. Moreover, the restaurant has a comprehensive drinks menu, offering fine Italian wine labels, curated cocktails, and beer. The restaurant boasts several awards and recognition from national publications, such as the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce "Community Award" in 2015.

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Donovan

Dined 2 days ago

Service was fantastic! Felt like being at a place that everyone can call home. The food complimented the service perfectly with its rich and delicious flavors! You must try the empanadas absolutely delicious.

It is unexpected to find a restaurant that blends Argentine and Italian cuisines in Cincinnati; however, Alfio's Buon Cibo has managed to do just that since its debut in 2016. Nestled in the Hyde Park neighborhood, Alfio's Buon Cibo serves contemporary Italian flavors with Argentine twists. The restaurant is named after chef Alfio Gulisano, who draws inspiration from his Italian roots and upbringing in Argentina. Alfio's offers a vast menu featuring fresh seafood, house-made pasta, creative desserts, signature entrees, short rib ravioli, and chicken marsala. Also, the restaurant provides a chic, laidback yet welcoming atmosphere, including vibrant mustard walls, paintings of Mediterranean houses, and dark wood furniture, ideal for a remarkable dining experience. Moreover, the restaurant has a comprehensive drinks menu, offering fine Italian wine labels, curated cocktails, and beer. The restaurant boasts several awards and recognition from national publications, such as the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce "Community Award" in 2015.

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Donovan

Dined 2 days ago

Service was fantastic! Felt like being at a place that everyone can call home. The food complimented the service perfectly with its rich and delicious flavors! You must try the empanadas absolutely delicious.

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Artemis Mediterranean Bistro

4.8 (600)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Montgomery

Tucked off the beaten path but nestled in the heart of the Montgomery neighborhood is Artemis Mediterranean Bistro, a chic Turkish-inspired restaurant. The restaurant is restaurateur Mehmet Coskun's dining concept debuted in 2019, serving fusion-influenced Mediterranean fair, including Turkish, Lebanese, and Greek flavors. Artemis is helmed by Coskun and his wife, Serpil Gunduz, Turkish natives who boast over 50 years of experience in the culinary scene. The two blend their Istanbul heritage and rich culinary experience to provide inventive Middle Eastern specialties. Diners can try out the restaurant's local favorites, such as Lamb Chops, Baklava, and Lamb Shish Kebab. Also, the restaurant provides vegan and child-friendly options fitting every palate. Moreover, Artemis boasts an upscale full-service bar, featuring an extensive selection of drinks to complement its dishes, including beers, cocktails, and wine lists. Artemis features a warm, welcoming atmosphere, including ambient dining spaces with dim hanging light fixtures, cool blue and cream hues, and a sleek wooden finish.

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Marilyn L

Dined on Jul 17, 2025

Met friends for dinner and all was excellent. I absolutely love the Tabouleh and always get an order to take home. I ordered the vegetarian stew - very hearty and delicious!!

Tucked off the beaten path but nestled in the heart of the Montgomery neighborhood is Artemis Mediterranean Bistro, a chic Turkish-inspired restaurant. The restaurant is restaurateur Mehmet Coskun's dining concept debuted in 2019, serving fusion-influenced Mediterranean fair, including Turkish, Lebanese, and Greek flavors. Artemis is helmed by Coskun and his wife, Serpil Gunduz, Turkish natives who boast over 50 years of experience in the culinary scene. The two blend their Istanbul heritage and rich culinary experience to provide inventive Middle Eastern specialties. Diners can try out the restaurant's local favorites, such as Lamb Chops, Baklava, and Lamb Shish Kebab. Also, the restaurant provides vegan and child-friendly options fitting every palate. Moreover, Artemis boasts an upscale full-service bar, featuring an extensive selection of drinks to complement its dishes, including beers, cocktails, and wine lists. Artemis features a warm, welcoming atmosphere, including ambient dining spaces with dim hanging light fixtures, cool blue and cream hues, and a sleek wooden finish.

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Marilyn L

Dined on Jul 17, 2025

Met friends for dinner and all was excellent. I absolutely love the Tabouleh and always get an order to take home. I ordered the vegetarian stew - very hearty and delicious!!

Bakersfield - OTR

4.8 (1008)

$30 and under

Mexican

Over the Rhine

Bakersfield OTR is a chic neighborhood bar serving inventive Mexican flavors. The dining concept is influenced by Bakersfield, a modest agricultural town influenced by rich Mexican culture. Bakersfield OTR offers a vast menu specializing in Mexican-inspired street fare, including over 100 tequilas, tacos, and whiskeys. The Mexi-Cali bar has been a staple in the Cincinnati dining scene since its debut in 2013, helmed by two brothers, Joe and John Lanni. Also, Bakersfield OTR boasts an ambient, chic yet welcoming atmosphere, featuring a rustic wooden finish with hanging light fixtures and a glass cowboy boot filled with beer that pays homage to the Bakersfield country heritage.

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KennedyVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Our server maddie was great! Love sitting outside. food is consistent.

Bakersfield OTR is a chic neighborhood bar serving inventive Mexican flavors. The dining concept is influenced by Bakersfield, a modest agricultural town influenced by rich Mexican culture. Bakersfield OTR offers a vast menu specializing in Mexican-inspired street fare, including over 100 tequilas, tacos, and whiskeys. The Mexi-Cali bar has been a staple in the Cincinnati dining scene since its debut in 2013, helmed by two brothers, Joe and John Lanni. Also, Bakersfield OTR boasts an ambient, chic yet welcoming atmosphere, featuring a rustic wooden finish with hanging light fixtures and a glass cowboy boot filled with beer that pays homage to the Bakersfield country heritage.

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KennedyVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Our server maddie was great! Love sitting outside. food is consistent.

BOCA

4.9 (6347)

$50 and over

Contemporary European

Central Business District

Nestled in the heart of downtown Cincinnati, BOCA is a chic trattoria concept that debuted in 2012. The restaurant is restauranteur and chef David Falk's homage to Europe, blending classic Italian and French flavors with contemporary American styling to offer a remarkable dining experience. BOCA provides a sophisticated and warm setting with a sleek wooden finish, lovely chandeliers, and floor-to-ceiling windows, allowing ample natural light during the day. The restaurant features a vast, chef-inspired menu specializing in prime steak, and fresh seafood, influenced by locally sourced farm-to-plate ingredients. Moreover, Boca serves vegetarian and gluten-free options, ideal for allergic and vegan diners. BOCA has a wide selection of drinks to complement the inventive dishes, including fine wines, curated cocktails, and beers. The restaurant boasts a fair share of accolades and recognition by reputable national publications, such as featuring in OpenTable's "Top 100 Restaurants in the United States."

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Gustavo

Dined 4 days ago

Thank you for the whole Boca team, yesterdays dinner was excellent, everything was perfectly cooked and very tasty. Thank you so much.

Nestled in the heart of downtown Cincinnati, BOCA is a chic trattoria concept that debuted in 2012. The restaurant is restauranteur and chef David Falk's homage to Europe, blending classic Italian and French flavors with contemporary American styling to offer a remarkable dining experience. BOCA provides a sophisticated and warm setting with a sleek wooden finish, lovely chandeliers, and floor-to-ceiling windows, allowing ample natural light during the day. The restaurant features a vast, chef-inspired menu specializing in prime steak, and fresh seafood, influenced by locally sourced farm-to-plate ingredients. Moreover, Boca serves vegetarian and gluten-free options, ideal for allergic and vegan diners. BOCA has a wide selection of drinks to complement the inventive dishes, including fine wines, curated cocktails, and beers. The restaurant boasts a fair share of accolades and recognition by reputable national publications, such as featuring in OpenTable's "Top 100 Restaurants in the United States."

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Gustavo

Dined 4 days ago

Thank you for the whole Boca team, yesterdays dinner was excellent, everything was perfectly cooked and very tasty. Thank you so much.

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4.9 (10277)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Montgomery

Carlo & Johnny restaurant is Jeff Ruby's steakhouse concept serving inventive Italian delicacies. The restaurant is nestled in a historic 1930 building in the Montgomery neighborhood that once served as a stagecoach casino and illegal gambling casino. The restaurant pays homage to two officers involved in the controversial raid at the casino in 1949. Upon entering the restaurant, diners are greeted by an ambient atmosphere which antique décor and rustic touch, which evokes an old-style Chicago backroom feel. The restaurant specializes in USDA-prime dry-aged steaks, fresh seafood, and classic Italian sides. To complement the diverse menu at the restaurant is a bar with a wide range of drinks, impeccable service, and exciting live music.

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PattiVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Everything was terrific--lovely server--might have felt just a little rushed but overall great

Carlo & Johnny restaurant is Jeff Ruby's steakhouse concept serving inventive Italian delicacies. The restaurant is nestled in a historic 1930 building in the Montgomery neighborhood that once served as a stagecoach casino and illegal gambling casino. The restaurant pays homage to two officers involved in the controversial raid at the casino in 1949. Upon entering the restaurant, diners are greeted by an ambient atmosphere which antique décor and rustic touch, which evokes an old-style Chicago backroom feel. The restaurant specializes in USDA-prime dry-aged steaks, fresh seafood, and classic Italian sides. To complement the diverse menu at the restaurant is a bar with a wide range of drinks, impeccable service, and exciting live music.

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PattiVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Everything was terrific--lovely server--might have felt just a little rushed but overall great

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Crown Republic - Gastropub

4.8 (1675)

$30 and under

American

Cincinnati

Since its debut in 2018, Crown Republic – Gastropub has been offering American Gastro cuisines at the heart of downtown Cincinnati. The restaurant is a dining concept by four buddies who met at Johnson and Wales, a culinary school in Providence. Also, Crown Republic features a vast, diverse menu helmed by chef Anthony Sitek, who uses fresh ingredients and in-house delicacies. Diners can try out the best sellers and local favorites at the restaurant, such as Crab Avocado Toast and Farro Salad. Moreover, the restaurant offers a wide range of beverages, including cocktails, beers, and wines, to complete a remarkable dining experience.

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VictorVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Gillian was fantastic - great service - excellent!!!

Since its debut in 2018, Crown Republic – Gastropub has been offering American Gastro cuisines at the heart of downtown Cincinnati. The restaurant is a dining concept by four buddies who met at Johnson and Wales, a culinary school in Providence. Also, Crown Republic features a vast, diverse menu helmed by chef Anthony Sitek, who uses fresh ingredients and in-house delicacies. Diners can try out the best sellers and local favorites at the restaurant, such as Crab Avocado Toast and Farro Salad. Moreover, the restaurant offers a wide range of beverages, including cocktails, beers, and wines, to complete a remarkable dining experience.

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VictorVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Gillian was fantastic - great service - excellent!!!

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Al-Posto Italian Ristorante

4.7 (789)

$30 and under

Italian

Hyde Park

Dear Restaurant is a family-owned restaurant helmed by Cincinnati natives Ashely and Austin Heidt which debuted in 2020. The restaurant is nestled in the Hyde Park neighborhood and serves contemporary American cuisine inspired by chef Brian Young. The restaurant's dishes are influenced by seasonal locally sourced ingredients, creating inventive flavors, including salmon, pork belly chop, and, truffled chicken cushion. Also, Dear Restaurant provides a comprehensive sommelier-curated wine list and cocktails to complement the specialties. The butchery section of the restaurant offers fresh meat cuts, including pork, chicken, high-quality beef, and local lamb.

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Julie

Dined 4 days ago

Beautiful restaurant! The food was delicious and we could not have asked for a better server…. Thank you Kevin! Highly recommend.

Dear Restaurant is a family-owned restaurant helmed by Cincinnati natives Ashely and Austin Heidt which debuted in 2020. The restaurant is nestled in the Hyde Park neighborhood and serves contemporary American cuisine inspired by chef Brian Young. The restaurant's dishes are influenced by seasonal locally sourced ingredients, creating inventive flavors, including salmon, pork belly chop, and, truffled chicken cushion. Also, Dear Restaurant provides a comprehensive sommelier-curated wine list and cocktails to complement the specialties. The butchery section of the restaurant offers fresh meat cuts, including pork, chicken, high-quality beef, and local lamb.

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Julie

Dined 4 days ago

Beautiful restaurant! The food was delicious and we could not have asked for a better server…. Thank you Kevin! Highly recommend.

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Forno Osteria & Bar Montgomery

4.7 (1227)

$31 to $50

Italian

Montgomery

Forno Osteria is restaurateur and chef Cristian Pietoso's dining concept that debuted in 2018. Nestled in the heart of the Olde Montgomery neighborhood, the restaurant offers inventive classic Italian dishes inspired by Pietoso's upbringing in Italy and professional expertise. Forno boasts a warm, inviting atmosphere with a rustic finish and a vintage Italian wood-burning oven highlighting the interior space. Diners can savor the restaurant's local favorite specialties at the chef's table, such as gnocchi, tagliatelle bolognese, and octopus. Also, the restaurant boasts an extensive selection of drinks to accompany the savory dishes, including craft cocktails and fine wines.

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Dined on Oct 7, 2023

Food was delicious and service was excellent. Enjoyed a nice evening out with friends.

Forno Osteria is restaurateur and chef Cristian Pietoso's dining concept that debuted in 2018. Nestled in the heart of the Olde Montgomery neighborhood, the restaurant offers inventive classic Italian dishes inspired by Pietoso's upbringing in Italy and professional expertise. Forno boasts a warm, inviting atmosphere with a rustic finish and a vintage Italian wood-burning oven highlighting the interior space. Diners can savor the restaurant's local favorite specialties at the chef's table, such as gnocchi, tagliatelle bolognese, and octopus. Also, the restaurant boasts an extensive selection of drinks to accompany the savory dishes, including craft cocktails and fine wines.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Oct 7, 2023

Food was delicious and service was excellent. Enjoyed a nice evening out with friends.

Ghost Baby

4.8 (1585)

$31 to $50

Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

Over the Rhine

The Ghost Baby is a quirky bar tucked in an underground tunnel in the Over the Rhine neighborhood initially used by the Cincinnati brewing company to cool and age beer. The bar, helmed by Josh Heuser, exploits the city's iconic brewing heritage, creating a one-of-a-kind entertainment experience in Cincinnati. Ghost Baby maintains the vintage feel of the tunnel structure, with rustic décor, high ceilings and arches, lovely drapes, and sleek chandeliers. The bar offers a wide selection of drinks, from craft beers to curated cocktails and wines, ideal for a remarkably intimate experience adorned by live music.

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Sylvia

Dined 7 days ago

Absolutely delightful evening. No food available.

The Ghost Baby is a quirky bar tucked in an underground tunnel in the Over the Rhine neighborhood initially used by the Cincinnati brewing company to cool and age beer. The bar, helmed by Josh Heuser, exploits the city's iconic brewing heritage, creating a one-of-a-kind entertainment experience in Cincinnati. Ghost Baby maintains the vintage feel of the tunnel structure, with rustic décor, high ceilings and arches, lovely drapes, and sleek chandeliers. The bar offers a wide selection of drinks, from craft beers to curated cocktails and wines, ideal for a remarkably intimate experience adorned by live music.

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Sylvia

Dined 7 days ago

Absolutely delightful evening. No food available.

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4.6 (708)

$30 and under

American

Over the Rhine

Goose & Elder is a casual American dining concept by chef Jose Salazar serving inventive contemporary American comfort food in historic Findlay Market. The restaurant opened its doors in 2019, providing a warm, inviting setting featuring a mid-century modern and rustic design, an ambient retro bar, and a scenic sidewalk patio. Goose & Elder offers brunch, lunch, and dinner servings, with a diverse, seasonal market-driven menu which emphasizes fresh, locally sourced, and sustainable ingredients. Some of the popular dishes at the restaurant include Duck Leg Confit, Veggie Burger, and Cheese Burger.

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SusanR

Dined on Jun 2, 2024

When we arrived for our reserved time, no host/hostess was present for us to check in. However, multiple wait staff passed and let us know that someone would be with us soon. 10 minutes later, we(party of 2) were seated. We did request to sit outside, and they were happy to accommodate us. Our server was very sweet, but needed us to repeat our order several times and they were a little slow with bussing the table. The goosecakes and chilaquiles were very good, but the fried pimento cheese fritters won the ribbon!! Light and crisp on the outside, warm and creamy on the inside! Overall it was a great time! Sad to hear they are closing this location, but looking forward to Salazar reopening! Hope he takes the pimento cheese fritters onto a small plate menu at one of his other establishments!!

Goose & Elder is a casual American dining concept by chef Jose Salazar serving inventive contemporary American comfort food in historic Findlay Market. The restaurant opened its doors in 2019, providing a warm, inviting setting featuring a mid-century modern and rustic design, an ambient retro bar, and a scenic sidewalk patio. Goose & Elder offers brunch, lunch, and dinner servings, with a diverse, seasonal market-driven menu which emphasizes fresh, locally sourced, and sustainable ingredients. Some of the popular dishes at the restaurant include Duck Leg Confit, Veggie Burger, and Cheese Burger.

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SusanR

Dined on Jun 2, 2024

When we arrived for our reserved time, no host/hostess was present for us to check in. However, multiple wait staff passed and let us know that someone would be with us soon. 10 minutes later, we(party of 2) were seated. We did request to sit outside, and they were happy to accommodate us. Our server was very sweet, but needed us to repeat our order several times and they were a little slow with bussing the table. The goosecakes and chilaquiles were very good, but the fried pimento cheese fritters won the ribbon!! Light and crisp on the outside, warm and creamy on the inside! Overall it was a great time! Sad to hear they are closing this location, but looking forward to Salazar reopening! Hope he takes the pimento cheese fritters onto a small plate menu at one of his other establishments!!

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Grand Finale Restaurant

4.5 (2401)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Springdale

Grand Finale is Larry and Cindy Youse's dining concept that has graced the Cincinnati culinary scene since 1975. The restaurant is nestled in a historic Victorian building in the Glendale neighborhood, offering a vintage charm. Also, Grand Finale serves inventive steakhouse specialties, French-inspired crepes, and an extensive selection of signature desserts. The restaurant provides a wide range of beverages, and a chic yet inviting ambiance, completing a memorable dining experience.

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Germie

Dined on Jan 1, 2021

Good food, especially the desserts...we have been several times and always look forward.

Grand Finale is Larry and Cindy Youse's dining concept that has graced the Cincinnati culinary scene since 1975. The restaurant is nestled in a historic Victorian building in the Glendale neighborhood, offering a vintage charm. Also, Grand Finale serves inventive steakhouse specialties, French-inspired crepes, and an extensive selection of signature desserts. The restaurant provides a wide range of beverages, and a chic yet inviting ambiance, completing a memorable dining experience.

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Germie

Dined on Jan 1, 2021

Good food, especially the desserts...we have been several times and always look forward.

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Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Cincinnati

4.8 (9825)

$50 and over

Steak

Central Business District

Named after its owner, Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse is a 1999 debutant serving inventive classic steakhouse cuisine alongside fresh seafood. The restaurant offers a vast menu, helmed by chef Dylan Jones, offering quality aged beef cuts, with signature specialties such as ribeye steak and Wagyu beef. Also, the restaurant boasts a warm, inviting atmosphere combined with nightly live music and quality service, creating a memorable dining experience.

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PhyllisVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Everything was exceptional - service, food, cocktails, wine , and ambience! A delightful evening, full of delightful food and great backdrop for lively conversation and group dyn!

Named after its owner, Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse is a 1999 debutant serving inventive classic steakhouse cuisine alongside fresh seafood. The restaurant offers a vast menu, helmed by chef Dylan Jones, offering quality aged beef cuts, with signature specialties such as ribeye steak and Wagyu beef. Also, the restaurant boasts a warm, inviting atmosphere combined with nightly live music and quality service, creating a memorable dining experience.

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PhyllisVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Everything was exceptional - service, food, cocktails, wine , and ambience! A delightful evening, full of delightful food and great backdrop for lively conversation and group dyn!

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4.8 (2857)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Over the Rhine

Launched in 2019, Losanti is a boutique steakhouse serving savory treats in the Over the Rhine neighborhood. The restaurant boasts an elegant, welcoming atmosphere, offering a modern twist to the typical white-tablecloth concept, a unique blend of rustic industrial décor and cool color hues. Losanti provides a vast menu steered by chef and co-owner Anthony Sitek, specializing in inventively charred prime steaks and chops. Also, the restaurant serves vegan and gluten-free dishes, fitting even the pickiest diner. Losanti features a cocktail program that focuses on classic cocktails and good execution, accompanying its delectable meals.

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Amy

Dined 2 days ago

Steak was cooked to perfection, truffle pasta was simple yet delicious, and the French onion soup was different than traditional but absolutely worth trying. The butter cake was to die for as always- even my husband who "wasn't interested in even a bite" ended up eating half of it. 10/10!

Launched in 2019, Losanti is a boutique steakhouse serving savory treats in the Over the Rhine neighborhood. The restaurant boasts an elegant, welcoming atmosphere, offering a modern twist to the typical white-tablecloth concept, a unique blend of rustic industrial décor and cool color hues. Losanti provides a vast menu steered by chef and co-owner Anthony Sitek, specializing in inventively charred prime steaks and chops. Also, the restaurant serves vegan and gluten-free dishes, fitting even the pickiest diner. Losanti features a cocktail program that focuses on classic cocktails and good execution, accompanying its delectable meals.

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Amy

Dined 2 days ago

Steak was cooked to perfection, truffle pasta was simple yet delicious, and the French onion soup was different than traditional but absolutely worth trying. The butter cake was to die for as always- even my husband who "wasn't interested in even a bite" ended up eating half of it. 10/10!

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Louvino Cincinnati OTR

4.4 (1044)

$31 to $50

Southern

Over the Rhine

Louvino is a Louisville-based restaurant by Chad and Lauren Coulters nestled in the Over the Rhine neighborhood. The restaurant is helmed by chef Sarah Rockwell, a Cincinnati native, and serves inventive Southern-inspired tapas. Also, the 2018 debutant offers a wide selection of premium wines by the glass, allowing diners to savor obscure wines typically sold by the bottle. Louvino boasts a sophisticated yet welcoming ambiance with a rustic touch and tranquil outdoor patio, ideal for a relaxing dining experience.

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BrandiVIP

Dined on Jul 19, 2025

We love LouVino! This was our third time dining there. Every staff member we interacted with was genuinely friendly, the food is always delicious, and it’s such a cool vibe.

Louvino is a Louisville-based restaurant by Chad and Lauren Coulters nestled in the Over the Rhine neighborhood. The restaurant is helmed by chef Sarah Rockwell, a Cincinnati native, and serves inventive Southern-inspired tapas. Also, the 2018 debutant offers a wide selection of premium wines by the glass, allowing diners to savor obscure wines typically sold by the bottle. Louvino boasts a sophisticated yet welcoming ambiance with a rustic touch and tranquil outdoor patio, ideal for a relaxing dining experience.

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BrandiVIP

Dined on Jul 19, 2025

We love LouVino! This was our third time dining there. Every staff member we interacted with was genuinely friendly, the food is always delicious, and it’s such a cool vibe.

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Mita's

4.9 (3301)

$31 to $50

Tapas / Small Plates

Cincinnati

In 2015, chef Jose Salazar, a New York Restaurant School graduate, debuted his culinary concept Mita's in downtown Cincinnati. The Spanish-inspired restaurant is named after Salazar's Columbian grandmother, Mita. The cuisine at Mita's is as stunning as the dining room's striking yet welcoming atmosphere, which features a sleek, warm wooden finish, soft lighting, and flanked by massive floor-to-ceiling windows with scenic street views. Mita's provides a diverse, fresh ingredient-inspired menu, focusing on contemporary Spanish and Latin American flavors. Diners can savor the local favorite dishes at the restaurant, including Ceviche de Dia, Tostones y Guacamole, and Patatas Bravas.

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Brooke

Dined 5 days ago

Amazing food and our server Erika was great! Drinks were pretty good as well!

In 2015, chef Jose Salazar, a New York Restaurant School graduate, debuted his culinary concept Mita's in downtown Cincinnati. The Spanish-inspired restaurant is named after Salazar's Columbian grandmother, Mita. The cuisine at Mita's is as stunning as the dining room's striking yet welcoming atmosphere, which features a sleek, warm wooden finish, soft lighting, and flanked by massive floor-to-ceiling windows with scenic street views. Mita's provides a diverse, fresh ingredient-inspired menu, focusing on contemporary Spanish and Latin American flavors. Diners can savor the local favorite dishes at the restaurant, including Ceviche de Dia, Tostones y Guacamole, and Patatas Bravas.

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Brooke

Dined 5 days ago

Amazing food and our server Erika was great! Drinks were pretty good as well!

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Oriental Wok - Cincinnati, OH

4.9 (1482)

$30 and under

Chinese

Cincinnati

Oriental Wok is a family-owned Chinese restaurant tucked in the Hyde Park neighborhood. Since its debut in 1977, the restaurant owned by the Wong family has been a local favorite for inventive Chinese classics. The restaurant boasts an ambient, welcoming atmosphere, featuring classic Chinese furnishing, red-themed dining spaces, and traditional Chinese art, paying homage to the owners' Chinese roots and heritage. Oriental Wok offers a vast, 10-course menu helmed by executive Guy Burgess, providing savory Chinese-inspired specialties for every palate, including vegan and gluten-free options. The restaurant has a comprehensive drinks list with beers, wines, and cocktails to complement the meals.

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BurkeVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Bridget was great as always! Great food! Great service!

Oriental Wok is a family-owned Chinese restaurant tucked in the Hyde Park neighborhood. Since its debut in 1977, the restaurant owned by the Wong family has been a local favorite for inventive Chinese classics. The restaurant boasts an ambient, welcoming atmosphere, featuring classic Chinese furnishing, red-themed dining spaces, and traditional Chinese art, paying homage to the owners' Chinese roots and heritage. Oriental Wok offers a vast, 10-course menu helmed by executive Guy Burgess, providing savory Chinese-inspired specialties for every palate, including vegan and gluten-free options. The restaurant has a comprehensive drinks list with beers, wines, and cocktails to complement the meals.

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BurkeVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Bridget was great as always! Great food! Great service!

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4.9 (4539)

$30 and under

Italian

Over the Rhine

Nestled in the Over the Rhine neighborhood, Pepp & Dolores is a casual Italian restaurant that debuted in 2019. The restaurant is a tribute to family Sunday dinners at co-founders Joe and John Lanni's grandparents' house, inspired by the hospitality and spirit of the family's special Sunday evenings. Also, the restaurant boasts an upscale yet inviting atmosphere, with a classic mid-20th century charm. The restaurant provides a vast menu featuring a fine blend of family recipes with inventive Italian flavors. Some of the popular dishes at the restaurant include house-made ricotta, limone, and meatballs. Moreover, Pepp & Dolores offers a diverse drinks selection, with over 40 wines, beers, and cocktails.

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Lyn

Dined 2 days ago

The food and service were exceptional. We were in a back room and it was very loud, but the quality made up for it.

Nestled in the Over the Rhine neighborhood, Pepp & Dolores is a casual Italian restaurant that debuted in 2019. The restaurant is a tribute to family Sunday dinners at co-founders Joe and John Lanni's grandparents' house, inspired by the hospitality and spirit of the family's special Sunday evenings. Also, the restaurant boasts an upscale yet inviting atmosphere, with a classic mid-20th century charm. The restaurant provides a vast menu featuring a fine blend of family recipes with inventive Italian flavors. Some of the popular dishes at the restaurant include house-made ricotta, limone, and meatballs. Moreover, Pepp & Dolores offers a diverse drinks selection, with over 40 wines, beers, and cocktails.

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Lyn

Dined 2 days ago

The food and service were exceptional. We were in a back room and it was very loud, but the quality made up for it.

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Spaghetti and Veal Meatballs

4.7 (6476)

$31 to $50

Italian

Cincinnati

Since its debut in 1989, Primavista has been serving inventive Italian specialties in the heart of downtown Cincinnati. The award-winning restaurant boasts an upscale, inviting setting, with a spectacular view of the city's skyline. Primavista offers a vast, diverse menu helmed by chef Christopher Prince, featuring fine Italian dishes from all regions, including vegan and gluten-free options. Diners can try out local favorites at the restaurants, including warm fried calamari, arugula salad, and side pasta. Also, the restaurant provides a wide range of drinks to accompany the meals, including beers, cocktails, and wines.

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Carol

Dined 4 days ago

The view is breathtaking, the service was outstanding, Annie's ou server was attentive and well timed, the food was fabulous and not overly priced and our experience was superb!

Since its debut in 1989, Primavista has been serving inventive Italian specialties in the heart of downtown Cincinnati. The award-winning restaurant boasts an upscale, inviting setting, with a spectacular view of the city's skyline. Primavista offers a vast, diverse menu helmed by chef Christopher Prince, featuring fine Italian dishes from all regions, including vegan and gluten-free options. Diners can try out local favorites at the restaurants, including warm fried calamari, arugula salad, and side pasta. Also, the restaurant provides a wide range of drinks to accompany the meals, including beers, cocktails, and wines.

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Carol

Dined 4 days ago

The view is breathtaking, the service was outstanding, Annie's ou server was attentive and well timed, the food was fabulous and not overly priced and our experience was superb!

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Spaghetti and Veal Meatballs

Rosie's Italian Kitchen

4.8 (1189)

$30 and under

Italian

Central Business District

Tucked in downtown Cincinnati, Rossie's Cocktails & Pie is a chic restaurant serving inventive pies. The 2021 debutant helmed by executive chef Anthony Sitek specializes in East Coast-style pies prepared using fresh dough and seasonally-inspired ingredients. Diners can also customize the pie flavors by adding their preferred toppings and sauces. Some of the popular dishes worth savoring at the restaurant include the classic tomato pie, honey pie, and truffle mac and cheese. The pies are paired with carefully curated cocktails and desserts to complete a memorable dining experience.

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laurie

Dined 5 days ago

Rosie’s always delivers a fantastic experience! Portions are huge, food delicious, wait staff extremely polite and friendly.

Tucked in downtown Cincinnati, Rossie's Cocktails & Pie is a chic restaurant serving inventive pies. The 2021 debutant helmed by executive chef Anthony Sitek specializes in East Coast-style pies prepared using fresh dough and seasonally-inspired ingredients. Diners can also customize the pie flavors by adding their preferred toppings and sauces. Some of the popular dishes worth savoring at the restaurant include the classic tomato pie, honey pie, and truffle mac and cheese. The pies are paired with carefully curated cocktails and desserts to complete a memorable dining experience.

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laurie

Dined 5 days ago

Rosie’s always delivers a fantastic experience! Portions are huge, food delicious, wait staff extremely polite and friendly.

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Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

4.7 (1916)

$30 and under

American

Over the Rhine

Sacred Beast Diner is Jeremy and Bridget Lieb's dining concept nestled in the Over the Rhine neighborhood. The restaurant, which debuted in 2018, offers contemporary French delicacies with an American twist. Also, the restaurant features a sophisticated yet inviting interior with a cool color theme, counter seating, and black furnishings. Diners can try out the restaurant's local favorites such as devilled eggs, wedge salad, and chicken schnitzel. Also, the restaurant has a full-service bar serving beers, wines, and cocktails to accompany the dishes.

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Anne-MarieVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Our lunch selections were great. All three in our party ordered something different and we were all pleased with our selection. Mahi Mahi sandwich, smoked salmon sandwich, and the Dirty French are great lunch choices. Of course, the meal would not be complete without the chocolate pudding! It is a great place to eat before the opera, since they do have an opera menu and guarantee you to be on time in Music Hall!

Sacred Beast Diner is Jeremy and Bridget Lieb's dining concept nestled in the Over the Rhine neighborhood. The restaurant, which debuted in 2018, offers contemporary French delicacies with an American twist. Also, the restaurant features a sophisticated yet inviting interior with a cool color theme, counter seating, and black furnishings. Diners can try out the restaurant's local favorites such as devilled eggs, wedge salad, and chicken schnitzel. Also, the restaurant has a full-service bar serving beers, wines, and cocktails to accompany the dishes.

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Anne-MarieVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Our lunch selections were great. All three in our party ordered something different and we were all pleased with our selection. Mahi Mahi sandwich, smoked salmon sandwich, and the Dirty French are great lunch choices. Of course, the meal would not be complete without the chocolate pudding! It is a great place to eat before the opera, since they do have an opera menu and guarantee you to be on time in Music Hall!

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Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

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Little Fried Oyster Sandwich

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Fried Brussels Sprouts

Salazar

4.8 (958)

$50 and over

American

Cincinnati

Salazar, named after owner and chef Jose Salazar, opened its doors in 2013, serving Latin Spanish-inspired delicacies. The restaurant features a seasonally changing menu influenced by fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Diners can savor the best-sellers at the restaurant, including falafel, local grass-fed burger, and arborio risotto. The restaurant offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere with a scenic outdoor patio, ideal for enjoying chef-inspired meals while admiring exciting views. Also, the restaurant provides a full-service bar serving beers, wines, and cocktails.

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OpenTable DinerVIP

Dined on Dec 27, 2023

Outstanding place. Food was incredible. Service excellent, knowledgeable. Great experience.

Salazar, named after owner and chef Jose Salazar, opened its doors in 2013, serving Latin Spanish-inspired delicacies. The restaurant features a seasonally changing menu influenced by fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Diners can savor the best-sellers at the restaurant, including falafel, local grass-fed burger, and arborio risotto. The restaurant offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere with a scenic outdoor patio, ideal for enjoying chef-inspired meals while admiring exciting views. Also, the restaurant provides a full-service bar serving beers, wines, and cocktails.

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OpenTable DinerVIP

Dined on Dec 27, 2023

Outstanding place. Food was incredible. Service excellent, knowledgeable. Great experience.

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Popular dish

Little Fried Oyster Sandwich

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Fried Brussels Sprouts

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4.9 (8682)

$50 and over

Italian

Central Business District

Sotto is an Italian dining concept nestled in the Cincinnati Central Business District neighborhood. The restaurant debuted in 2013 and boasts a unique underground dining setting, with brick walls and an old-age wood finish, evoking a rustic finish. Sotto serves chef-inspired Italian specialties helmed by chef Danny Combs, with local favorites such as short rib Cappellacci, Polenta, and Cacio e Pepe. Also, the restaurant features a bar serving fine wines and curated cocktails.

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LindaVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Have eaten at Sotto several times and every time is just as great as the time before. The food and service is impeccable

Sotto is an Italian dining concept nestled in the Cincinnati Central Business District neighborhood. The restaurant debuted in 2013 and boasts a unique underground dining setting, with brick walls and an old-age wood finish, evoking a rustic finish. Sotto serves chef-inspired Italian specialties helmed by chef Danny Combs, with local favorites such as short rib Cappellacci, Polenta, and Cacio e Pepe. Also, the restaurant features a bar serving fine wines and curated cocktails.

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LindaVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Have eaten at Sotto several times and every time is just as great as the time before. The food and service is impeccable

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Sugar n' Spice Diner - OTR

4.6 (464)

$30 and under

American

Central Business District

Sugar n' Spice Diner is an iconic restaurant that has graced the Cincinnati dining scene since 1941. The restaurant has grown and maintained its reputation by serving inventive comfort food with Greek, French, and American twists. Some of the restaurant's popular dishes worth a try include French toast, chicken bacon ranch wrap, and home fries. Nestled in the Over the Rhine neighborhood, the restaurant features a chic, inviting atmosphere blended with quality service to provide a remarkable dining experience.

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DisappointedVIP

Dined on Jan 2, 2022

Food prepared as ask and served with a smile! 👍🏻

Sugar n' Spice Diner is an iconic restaurant that has graced the Cincinnati dining scene since 1941. The restaurant has grown and maintained its reputation by serving inventive comfort food with Greek, French, and American twists. Some of the restaurant's popular dishes worth a try include French toast, chicken bacon ranch wrap, and home fries. Nestled in the Over the Rhine neighborhood, the restaurant features a chic, inviting atmosphere blended with quality service to provide a remarkable dining experience.

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DisappointedVIP

Dined on Jan 2, 2022

Food prepared as ask and served with a smile! 👍🏻

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4.7 (1297)

$30 and under

Southern

Over the Rhine

The Eagle is a Southern-inspired restaurant by Joe and John Lanni, which debuted in the Over the Rhine neighborhood in 2013. Since then, the restaurant has been serving inventive dishes focused on cage-free, all-natural chicken paired with fries and its signature in-house hot honey sauce. The Eagle boasts an upscale yet inviting atmosphere adorned by a blues music soundtrack alongside craft beers to spruce up the dining experience.

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Bruce

Dined 4 days ago

Fabulous wide variety of awesome southern cooking at a great price!

The Eagle is a Southern-inspired restaurant by Joe and John Lanni, which debuted in the Over the Rhine neighborhood in 2013. Since then, the restaurant has been serving inventive dishes focused on cage-free, all-natural chicken paired with fries and its signature in-house hot honey sauce. The Eagle boasts an upscale yet inviting atmosphere adorned by a blues music soundtrack alongside craft beers to spruce up the dining experience.

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Bruce

Dined 4 days ago

Fabulous wide variety of awesome southern cooking at a great price!

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4.6 (1250)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Central Business District

The Mercer OTR is a 2014 debutant serving Tuscan-inspired specialties in the heart of the Over the Rhine neighborhood. The restaurant is a dining concept by Jon Zipperstein, offering a simple yet classy atmosphere with wooden café chairs, dim lighting, and chic half-circle booths, evoking a Euro charm. The Mercer provides a vast, diverse menu inspired by chef Corey Graham focused on fresh, locally sourced ingredients with specialties such as ricotta bruschetta, the Mercer Burger, and salmon. Also, the restaurant provides a full-service bar serving an extensive selection of drinks, including wines, beers, and cocktails.

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LisaDVIP

Dined on Jan 29, 2022

Outstanding dining experience. The food was phenomenal. The cauliflower appetizer was delicious, the endive salad amazing, and the salmon was lick your plate clean spectacular! Wonderful service. Can’t wait to go back.

The Mercer OTR is a 2014 debutant serving Tuscan-inspired specialties in the heart of the Over the Rhine neighborhood. The restaurant is a dining concept by Jon Zipperstein, offering a simple yet classy atmosphere with wooden café chairs, dim lighting, and chic half-circle booths, evoking a Euro charm. The Mercer provides a vast, diverse menu inspired by chef Corey Graham focused on fresh, locally sourced ingredients with specialties such as ricotta bruschetta, the Mercer Burger, and salmon. Also, the restaurant provides a full-service bar serving an extensive selection of drinks, including wines, beers, and cocktails.

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LisaDVIP

Dined on Jan 29, 2022

Outstanding dining experience. The food was phenomenal. The cauliflower appetizer was delicious, the endive salad amazing, and the salmon was lick your plate clean spectacular! Wonderful service. Can’t wait to go back.

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4.9 (9671)

$50 and over

Steak

Hyde Park

The Precinct is a historic dining gem tucked in the Hyde Park neighborhood owned by renowned restauranteur Jeff Rubby. The restaurant debuted in 1981 and has continuously served savory steakhouse cuisine. Also, the restaurant boasts an elegantly ambient interior, featuring wall art hangings, vibrant lighting, and sleek wooden flooring. Some of the popular dishes worth savoring at the restaurant include Cowboy Steak, Steak Burrow, and Greek salad.

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Barbara

Dined 1 day ago

The experience was wonderful and the food was outstanding! Thanks to Priscilla for seamless service!

The Precinct is a historic dining gem tucked in the Hyde Park neighborhood owned by renowned restauranteur Jeff Rubby. The restaurant debuted in 1981 and has continuously served savory steakhouse cuisine. Also, the restaurant boasts an elegantly ambient interior, featuring wall art hangings, vibrant lighting, and sleek wooden flooring. Some of the popular dishes worth savoring at the restaurant include Cowboy Steak, Steak Burrow, and Greek salad.

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Barbara

Dined 1 day ago

The experience was wonderful and the food was outstanding! Thanks to Priscilla for seamless service!

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4.7 (5469)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Cincinnati

Tony's of Cincinnati is a dining concept by Tony Ricci nestled in the Cincinnati Central Business district. Since its debut in 2010, the restaurant has been serving classic American steakhouse specialties with a signature paprika seasoning. The restaurant boasts a reputation of providing chef-inspired USDA prime steak alongside fresh seafood steered by chef Ryan Montgomery, including popular dishes such as The Fillet, Chilean Sea Bass, and Jumbo Lump Crab Cake.

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Jill

Dined 4 days ago

Solid steakhouse with very good choices. Service was superb and Paul made our celebration memorable.

Tony's of Cincinnati is a dining concept by Tony Ricci nestled in the Cincinnati Central Business district. Since its debut in 2010, the restaurant has been serving classic American steakhouse specialties with a signature paprika seasoning. The restaurant boasts a reputation of providing chef-inspired USDA prime steak alongside fresh seafood steered by chef Ryan Montgomery, including popular dishes such as The Fillet, Chilean Sea Bass, and Jumbo Lump Crab Cake.

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Jill

Dined 4 days ago

Solid steakhouse with very good choices. Service was superb and Paul made our celebration memorable.

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