Best Restaurants for Afternoon Coffee in Cincinnati

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Central Business DistrictCincinnatiCovingtonEast Walnut HillsErlangerFort Mitchell

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1. Sotto

4.9

Exceptional(8402)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Central Business District

Booked 156 times today

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

2. Pepp & Dolores

4.8

Exceptional(4377)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Over the Rhine

Booked 133 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.

3. Ghost Baby

4.8

Exceptional(1488)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Over the Rhine

Booked 38 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

4. The Aperture

4.7

Exceptional(300)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Market Cuisine • Cincinnati

Booked 14 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.

5. Losanti

4.8

Exceptional(2735)

$$$$Price: 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.

6. Alcove by MadTree

4.7

Exceptional(1154)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Cincinnati

Booked 40 times today

Alcove by MadTree has shareable bites, vegan and gluten friendly options, and locally sourced modern American dishes, we invite you to enjoy a fantastic experience with us.Be immersed in our inviting and casual space. Boasting a greenhouse, outdoor patio, bar + lounge with a breathtaking living wall, and a formal dining area. Alcove by MadTree has a space for any occasion.

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7. Colette Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(758)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French • Over the Rhine

Booked 33 times today

Colette is a ‘Mostly French’ restaurant by the award-winning Chef Danny Combs. Located across the street from Washington Park and Music Hall, Colette is a playful take on French cuisine. From Paris to Montreal to Morocco, Colette draws a line from France to its many constellations. Their cuisine is rooted in classic technique, enlivened by a global perspective, and executed by an award-winning team.

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8. Court Street Kitchen

4.9

Exceptional(214)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Central Business District

Booked 27 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.

9. The Eagle - OTR

4.8

Exceptional(1248)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Southern • Over the Rhine

Booked 47 times today

We start with cage free, free roaming, all natural chicken. It’s brined, dredged, then dropped into custom-built fryers. Its got a little kick and is served with our house made hot honey.

10. Nada - Cincinnati

4.7

Exceptional(6166)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Mexican • Central Business District

Booked 77 times today

Open for Brunch on Sunday, May 4 at 10am. Visit us on the patio after the race! 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.

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Michael
Cincinnati / Dayton •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Wonderful night will definitely go again for date night.
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Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - CincinnatiPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Central Business District
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4.9
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Cathy
Cincinnati / Dayton •30 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
This was our first visit to Sotto, it was highly recommended. We were thrilled! The food was incredibly authentic, the wine selection superior, and our server Bailey was wonderful. She was knowledgeable, personable and attentive without being pushy. We’ll be back!
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SottoPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Central Business District
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4.9
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Tanya
New Orleans / Louisiana •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The sourdough, homemade ricotta and Limone pasta were delicious. Will be returning to dine again. The downstairs bar made the evening. Romantic lighting, quick service and a very informative bartender. Drinks were perfection
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Pepp & DoloresPrice: Moderate• Italian• Over the Rhine
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4.8
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Grace
Cincinnati / Dayton •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Ghost Baby was so fun! This was the first time my friends and I had gone and we had the best time. The drinks were great, the service was awesome and the live music was top tier. We will definitely be back soon!
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Ghost BabyPrice: Expensive• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Over the Rhine
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4.8
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LaneVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Excellent experience in terms of food service and ambience.
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Five on VinePrice: Expensive• American• Over the Rhine
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4.8

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