Restaurants near Fifth Third Arena

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1. Sotto

4.9

Exceptional(8569)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Central Business District

Booked 229 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

2. Pepp & Dolores

4.8

Exceptional(4479)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Over the Rhine

Booked 116 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.

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3. Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Cincinnati

4.8

Exceptional(9710)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Central Business District

Booked 131 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!

4. The Precinct

4.9

Exceptional(9592)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Hyde Park

Booked 99 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.

5. Ghost Baby

4.8

Exceptional(1544)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Over the Rhine

Booked 52 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

6. BOCA

4.9

Exceptional(6299)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary European • Central Business District

Booked 34 times today

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.

7. Losanti

4.8

Exceptional(2805)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Over the Rhine

Booked 37 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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8. Nicola's Ristorante

4.9

Exceptional(2932)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Over the Rhine

Booked 34 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!

9. Nada - Cincinnati

4.7

Exceptional(6187)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Mexican • Central Business District

Booked 51 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.

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10. Sacred Beast Diner

4.7

Exceptional(1905)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Over the Rhine

Booked 14 times today

Outdoor and patio seating will be on a first come first serve basis.

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Kyle
1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days 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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Misty
Cincinnati / Dayton •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
David was wonderful and made our experience great.
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The PrecinctPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Hyde Park
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4.9
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Kelly
Charlotte •28 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 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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4.9
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sabrina
Cincinnati / Dayton •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 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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JoeVIP
Cincinnati / Dayton •32 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 16, 2025
Alex was great and food as always was perfect! Thank you again for a great experience
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Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - CincinnatiPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Central Business District
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4.8

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