Best Date Night Restaurants in Fort Wright, Kentucky

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Cincinnati

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BellevueBlue AshCentral Business DistrictCincinnatiCovingtonFort Mitchell

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

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Wheelchair access

95 restaurants available nearby

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1. Pepp & Dolores

4.8

Exceptional(4472)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Over the Rhine

Booked 127 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. Sotto

4.8

Exceptional(8561)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Central Business District

Booked 164 times today

Open Limited Hours on Friday, July 4 - 12pm - 8pm.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.Now Open for Lunch Service Monday - Friday, 11am - 2pm

3. The Aperture

4.7

Exceptional(336)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Market Cuisine • Cincinnati

Booked 16 times today

The Aperture, the first full-scale restaurant project from Chef Jordan Anthony-Brown. The menu reflects the concept of Mediterranean mezze style dining, consisting of many small plates, rustic in nature and reflective of seasonality and creates a natural progression and flow for the dining experience. The Aperture’s menu reflects three fundamental tenets: intention, balance, and focus. The menu - and its individual dishes - are approached with the objective of putting critical thought into every component, eliminating the extraneous, and ensuring a natural flow across the menu. The culinary program is heavily influenced by the cuisine of the broader Mediterranean region and the simple, seasonal cooking of Southern France, Italy, Greece, and the Levant.Our menu changes often and with the seasons. You can always find our current menu on our website www.theaperturecinci.com.

4. Ghost Baby

4.8

Exceptional(1542)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Over the Rhine

Booked 43 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

5. Losanti

4.8

Exceptional(2802)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Over the Rhine

Booked 33 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.

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6. Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Cincinnati

4.8

Exceptional(9702)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Central Business District

Booked 129 times today

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!

7. The Precinct

4.9

Exceptional(9589)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Hyde Park

Booked 89 times today

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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8. Court Street Kitchen

4.9

Exceptional(269)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Central Business District

Booked 20 times today

Alluring, Vibrant, and Undeniably Trendy, Court Street Kitchen serves up a sincere, luxe, and upbeat dining experience in the heart of Downtown Cincinnati. By combining old-world inspiration and training with a new-found take on the freshest ingredients and contemporary vibes, "CSK" serves all of their offerings with a flare that both the casual and seasoned diner are sure to love. Whether you're in the mood for the Perfect Power Lunch, an Opulent Wine and Dinner experience, a Vibey Bar Scene, or a Buzzing Sunday Brunch, CSK is the place for all Cincinnati revelers in search of great food, exceptional service, and a restaurant culture rooted in celebrating the good life. Further, Court Street Kitchen also offers one of the city's best happy hour specials, along with a sultry DJ-backed night-time party experience at their connected speakeasy on Friday and Saturday nights. And, ladies... don't forget about the No Boy Boys Allowed Brunch every Sunday at 11am.

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9. Nicola's Ristorante

4.9

Exceptional(2930)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Over the Rhine

Booked 26 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!

10. Mama's on Main

4.8

Exceptional(1623)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Covington

Booked 66 times today

Mama's on MainOffering authentic northern and southern Italian fare, including house-made pastas

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Kyle
1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Rose was our bartender and she was great! Food was amazing.
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Pepp & DoloresPrice: Moderate• Italian• Over the Rhine
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4.8
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Katie
Cincinnati / Dayton •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Delicious every time! The sides, the Caesar salad, OMG so good!
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LosantiPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Over the Rhine
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4.8
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Kelly
Charlotte •28 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
A terrific dining experience as we lucked out and were seated at the chef’s table for lunch. The Wild Boar Pappardelle was terrific paired with the Barbera d’Asti. Food and service were top notch as expected, the chef’s table experience made for more entertainment than expected (as I enjoy cooking and love Italian food).
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SottoPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Central Business District
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4.8
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sabrina
Cincinnati / Dayton •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Brought my out of town family to the Trio show. Music was amazing, drinks were delicious. Maddy our server was wonderful. We all had a great time, can’t wait to 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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Suzette
Cincinnati / Dayton •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 12, 2025
I highly recommend this restaurant. The chef is outstanding and the atmosphere is fabulous.
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The AperturePrice: Very Expensive• Market Cuisine• Cincinnati
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4.7

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