Best Date Night Restaurants in Clifton

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodTapas / Small PlatesComfort Food

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Cincinnati

Neighborhoods

Central Business DistrictCincinnatiOver the Rhine

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

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Takeout only

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BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Wheelchair access

14 restaurants available nearby

How are Featured results ranked

1. Pepp & Dolores

4.9

Exceptional(4492)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Over the Rhine

Booked 145 times today

INSPIRED BY THE SPIRIT AND SENSE OF HOSPITALITY EXPERIENCED AT SUNDAY SUPPER IN THE HOME OF OUR GRANDPARENTS, PEPP & DOLORES IS A CASUAL ITALIAN RESTAURANT THAT PAYS HOMAGE TO FAMILY AND TO THE FOOD THAT BRINGS PEOPLE TOGETHER. FEATURING HOUSEMADE PASTAS, CAREFULLY CURATED WINES, AND A BALANCE OF CHERISHED FAMILY RECIPES WITH FRESH, VIBRANT FLAVORS THAT MAKE US FEEL: THIS IS HOME.

2. Ghost Baby

4.8

Exceptional(1553)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Over the Rhine

Booked 53 times today

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

3. Losanti

4.8

Exceptional(2817)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Over the Rhine

Booked 36 times today

Located across from Washington Park and steps away from Music Hall, we are proud to be the only Boutique Italian Steakhouse in OTR. As a from-scratch kitchen, we feature steaks butchered by the ounce on a daily basis, oysters on the half shell, fresh pasta made in-house, and a masterfully executed cocktail program. We eagerly await your presence at our table.

A photo of Nicola's Ristorante restaurant

4. Nicola's Ristorante

4.9

Exceptional(2935)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Over the Rhine

Booked 23 times today

Nicola's Ristorante is a fine-dining Italian restaurant in Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine neighborhood, serving guests for almost 30 years. Step inside to experience a warm ambiance and the delightful aroma of freshly prepared dishes. Our extensive menu features housemade pastas, fresh seafood, and a rotating 5-Course Chef Crafted Grand Tasting Experience. Complement your meal with selections from our exceptional wine list, featuring Italian and international options, selected by our in-house Sommelier. We have private dining rooms available for parties of up to 80 guests. Sourcing only the freshest ingredients, both locally and imported, Nicola's Ristorante is the perfect destination for your next business dinner, date night, celebration, or excuse to get out of the house! Our warm and welcoming team is excited to take you on a culinary journey through Italy, without ever having to get on a plane!

5. Via Vite

4.7

Exceptional(5411)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Central Business District

Booked 26 times today

Via Vite: A Taste of Italy in the Heart of Cincinnati Located on Fountain Square, Via Vite offers a contemporary Italian dining experience that delights the senses and transports you to Italy. Chef Cristian Pietoso's passion for Italian cuisine is evident in every dish. From handmade pasta to wood-fired pizzas, each bite showcases the quality and freshness of the ingredients. The diverse menu features classic dishes like Mama's Eggplant Parmigiana and innovative options such as "Lumache alla Vodka." Don't miss the signature Tagliatelle Bolognese, a traditional meat sauce that will leave you craving more. With a modern and elegant ambiance, the restaurant is ideal for a romantic evening or a fun night out with friends. Enjoy live music every night and soak in the vibrant energy of Fountain Square. The friendly and attentive staff at Via Vite are dedicated to ensuring a memorable dining experience, ready to help you choose the perfect dish to satisfy your cravings.

6. Subito

4.6

Exceptional(1290)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Cincinnati

Booked 21 times today

Indulge in Northern Italian Cuisine with an air of European sophistication and influence at Subito. Savor homemade pastas, scratch-made sauces and hand-selected, perfectly seared steaks, finished in our infrared broiler. Along with the freshest seafood, flown in daily from the ports, Subito offers brick oven pizzas, a raw bar and traditional antipasti. Enjoy fine Italian and American wines from the cellar or a libation made by one of the restaurant's talented mixologists. Order up premium hand-crafted cocktails and bourbons, as well as the best of the region's beverages, like negronis, bellinis and our own Lytle Park limoncello. Pair one of these amazing beverages with Chef Helm's selection of shareable plates.

7. Nada - Cincinnati

4.7

Exceptional(6188)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Mexican • Central Business District

Booked 32 times today

Energy, creativity, and the desire for a really great taco inspired the Nada concept. Downtown Cincinnati needed a place to go, revive, and relax after the busy pace of the metropolitan work scene. Since 2007, Nada has been delighting guests with craveable twists on the classics and border-blurring dishes inspired by food from around the globe. Nada has expanded to Columbus and Indianapolis. Each location is integrated into the local community and focuses on delivering an approachable, casual Mexican experience in a beautiful space. Snag guacamole and salsa to share, and dig in to punched-up tacos, Nada is all about great food and good times with amigos.

A photo of Nicholson's Fine Food & Whisk(e)y restaurant

8. Nicholson's Fine Food & Whisk(e)y

4.6

Exceptional(3236)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Central Business District

Booked 6 times today

Located in downtown Cincinnati across from the Aronoff Center, Nicholson’s is a restaurant and bar serving fine food and drink in a genuine Scottish tavern setting. Taking inspiration from the public houses found throughout Great Britain, our goal is to provide our guests with authentic hospitality and a brilliant dining experience. In addition to high-quality food, we offer a wide variety of beer, wine, and spirits featuring one of the best selections of single malt scotch whiskies in the area. Our family of restaurants has grown in recent years to include two new concepts: Horse & Barrel Bourbon House and the Backstage Event Center located next door from Nicholson's Pub. Horse & Barrel is an award-winning whiskey bar with 100+ whiskeys and bourbons, specialty cocktails, craft beers, small bites and a friendly bourbon-loving staff. The Backstage Event Center is a private event venue hosting rehearsal dinners, weddings, cocktail parties, corporate events and more.

A photo of Rusk Kitchen + Bar restaurant

9. Rusk Kitchen + Bar

4.5

Awesome(243)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Cincinnati

Booked 20 times today

A full-service restaurant and bar offering eclectic American cuisine, beer, elevated house-made cocktails, and wine. Rusk is the perfect place to catch your favorite teams, brunch on the Sunday's, lunch with coworkers, wine and dine for date night, grab dinner with the family, and enjoy cocktails with your friends on the 2nd-floor rooftop patio. Our vision is to be a favorite neighborhood spot for everyone to gather.

A photo of Frankie's Sips & Savories restaurant

10. Frankie's Sips & Savories

4.9

Exceptional(227)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Central Business District

Booked 1 time today

Ahlan wa Sahlan (WELCOME), We’re so happy you’re considering dining with us. Nestled in between OTR and the Financial District, tucked away in Cincinnati’s historic Garfield Park. Frankie’s Sips & Savories serves up Mediterranean inspired Craft Cocktails and Small Plates from a cozy dining room and beautiful alley with a view to the park.Must Try – Our Award Winning (Cincinnati Business Courier June 21) - Crispy Arancini / Risotto / Braised Lamb & Whipped Feta.In addition, we offer a unique array of Wines from around the world and local Craft Beers on tap. Be it, date night, a business gathering or if you just want to feel appreciated and welcomed, join us at Frankie’s for a comfortable, relaxing restaurant atmosphere. Looking to Celebrate Life a little more, stay for the fun until we close with great sounds and weekly special events, (Dancing is Highly Recommended). Lead by Chef Riston and the Family, Let’s share the joy and savor the moments together at Frankie’s Place !

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Andres
Cincinnati / Dayton •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Went in solo as my first time dining here and I have to say, I can understand why this place is rated so highly! The decor and the lighting of the place is amazing. The staff are very attentive and the food is outstanding! Had the Homemade Ricotta, Arancini and Spicy Vodka and all of them were very delicious. I will definitely be here again.
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Pepp & DoloresPrice: Moderate• Italian• Over the Rhine
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4.9
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AdamVIP
Cincinnati / Dayton •29 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Food was extraordinary. Drinks were amazing! Our server Nick was great as well! Will definitely be back!
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LosantiPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Over the Rhine
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4.8
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Georgia
Cincinnati / Dayton •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We love Nicola’s. The service is wonderful. The food is always top notch. A great experience!
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Nicola's RistorantePrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Over the Rhine
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4.9
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Barry
Central Kentucky •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Excellent experience! Would definitely go back next time in Cincinnati. Service was excellent. Maryssa was excellent! Attentive and knowledgeable which always makes going to a new place easy! Great overall experience. Definitely would go back
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Ghost BabyPrice: Expensive• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Over the Rhine
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4.8
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DaniVIP
Cincinnati / Dayton •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Fantastic experience, as usual. One of our favorite restaurants in Cincinnati. Our waiter was wonderful and truly attentive to my food allergies, and ensured that all items were safe for me to eat.
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Nada - CincinnatiPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Mexican• Central Business District
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4.7

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