Primavista

Name: Primavista
Address: 810 Matson Place, Cincinnati, OH, United States, 45204
Telephone: (513) 251-6467
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

5310 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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Enjoy Chef Chris Prince’s award-winning Italian dishes while overlooking the Cincinnati skyline and Ohio River in our cozy but elegant Dining Room.
Since opening in 1989 our long-standing excellent reputation and many awards for Most Romantic,Best Scenic View and Best Italian, make Primavista the perfect spot for all occasions.
Take in the breath-taking views of the city while enjoying fine Italian dishes from Spaghetti with Veal Meatballs,Veal Scallopines, Fresh Fish,Chicken Alfredo and Filet of Beef to name a few.
Now serving Dinner Weds.-Sun.Reservations suggested and often required.Valet parking.
Please see our website for menu and directions.pvista.com

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Apr 1, 2023

10:30 PM

Booked 36 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri 5:00 pm–9:45 pm Sat 4:30 pm–9:45 pm Sun 4:30 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(513) 251-6467
Website
http://www.pvista.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Christopher Prince
Private party facilities
Celebrate your next event at Primavista in one of our two dining rooms. Primavista will create the perfect atmosphere for your next business meeting, celebration, or family gathering. Hosting groups of up to 75.
Private party contact
Cristie Reynolds: (513) 251-6467

Location
810 Matson Place, Cincinnati, OH 45204
Neighborhood
Cincinnati
Cross street
W. 8th and Mt. Hope 5 mins West of downtown
Parking details
Valet Parking $6.00 per car. Public Parking lot across the street is $5.00 per car. Street parking is free when available. Driveway is wheel chair accessible.
Public transit
We recommend Uber or Lyft if you are not driving.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Caesar
Romaine lettuce with parmesan and croutons tossed with our traditional Caesar dressing
- Side$9.00
- Entree$14.00
Mixed Green Salad
Red leaf, bibb, escarole, radicchio and carrots tossed in our house Italian vinaigrette
- Side$7.50
- Entree$11.00
Arugula Salad
With strawberries, mozzarella, toasted almonds and mint balsamic glaze
- Side$10.50
- Entree$15.00

Add to a Salad

Warm fried Calamari$4.00
Gorgonzola or Goat Cheese$2.00
Grilled Antibiotic Free Chicken Breast$12.50

Pasta

Spaghetti and Veal Meatballs$23.00
with tomato basil sauce
Penne "Cionni"$21.00
With roasted tomatoes and portabellas tossed in garlic and oil and topped with gorgonzola and scallions
Chicken "Formaggio"$30.00
Fettuccine tossed with butter and parmesan cheese and topped with a grilled antibiotic free chicken breast
Ravioli$23.00
With sausage, mushrooms and tomato basil sauce

Entrata

Veal Picatta$35.00
Sautéed veal scallopine in a lemon caper white wine butter sauce, polenta and green beans
Veal Saltimbocca$35.00
Scallopine with prosciutto, fontina, sage and veal glaze with polenta and green beans
Veal Marsala$35.00
Scallopine with mushrooms and Marsala veal glaze with polenta and green beans
Sautéed Seasonal Fish with Crab*$46.00
Chef's choice of fresh fish sautéed and served with lump crab and rich shellfish butter sauce with asparagus, bell peppers and arugula
Center Cut Filet Mignon*$46.00
With veal glaze, parmesan polenta, asparagus, mushrooms, arugula and Reggiano

Contorni

Side Pasta$5.50
Side portion of spaghetti with your choice of Tomato Basil, Spicy Diavolo or Garlic and Oil

What 5,310 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

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Cincinnati / Dayton
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Cincinnati / Dayton
Great for scenic views
Cincinnati / Dayton
Italian
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Chris0329
Cincinnati
94 reviews
vip
5.0
94 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a super anniversary dinner with our friends. Our server was exceptional and met every need all evening. Our entree specials were excellent! Thanks so much! We will be back!
JS
JanneyS
Cincinnati
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was a birthday celebration for both of us and it was a wonderful experience.
HS
HomeStrong
Cincinnati
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic meal and service from start to finish. We had a reservation for a large party and they even were able to take us early for those who were ahead of schedule. First class evening with beautiful view of the city as dusk turned to dark! All the food and drinks were awesome. A variety was ordered from pizza to fish to chicken to veal. Every glass kept full and never a worry to even ask. Hidden gem (not to those in the west side know!) worth a visit for any occassion.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Naples
27 reviews
vip
5.0
27 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience3
Food and service is always good. View of the city is great. Inside could use a little freshening up, but view makes up for inside being a bit run down.
MB
MaryB
Cincinnati
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on March 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
My 75th birthday celebration. I have wanted to go to Primavista for many years. It surpassed my expectations. Next time we will go at 5pm on a weeknight when it might not be so loud. Overall it is one of my new favorite restaurants in Cincinnati.❤️🎉🌇
CH
ChristinaH
Cincinnati
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on March 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always and every time excellent all the way around!
JS
JessicaS
Cincinnati
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was exceptional. From the valet from the amazing service. We were even treated to a complimentary dish of Spumoni!
CA
ChrisA
Cincinnati
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 25, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience5
View was awesome, food was even better, great service very attentive!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cincinnati
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Quick and great service and amazing food
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cincinnati
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The view was amazing and the tables that face the windows were really magical to sit at
J
Joan
Cincinnati
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on March 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service. Delicious meal. On our way out, we made reservations to go again in three weeks. Already looking forward to it.
J
Jenn
Columbus
113 reviews
vip
5.0
113 reviews
Dined on March 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We really enjoy our visits to Prima Vista. Obviously a spectacular view but spectacular food and service to match.
RT
RuthT
Cincinnati
44 reviews
vip
5.0
44 reviews
Dined on March 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Christy set aside a very special table for my group of 6. These are people we've met virtually throughout our lives in Cincinnati since we were transferred from Cleveland in 1972. We had interaction with all 4 of them in several different ways. Both men were in the construction industry and have completed multiple rooms and general repairs in several areas of our home. One son of Ed and Grace is licensed to practice as an architect in multiple states. The kids grow up, and we hope they don't move in again! They wanted to pay Dutch treat, and that worked out really well. Everybody got what they wanted -- and, of course, Debra gave us lots of time to reconnect and brought the food accordingly. John looks in on us to see if I'm behaving properly like a mature woman should.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cincinnati
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Good food and mixed drinks. Enjoyed the view of the city. They did have gluten free dessert special at the time too crème brûlée . Nice date with my husband. Bar area to wait was small and crowded before reservation. Otherwise great time
RC
RobertC
Louisville
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Anniversary celebration. Requested and received a window table. Outstanding evening in every way!
CH
ChristinaH
Cincinnati
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love everything PrimaVista!! It’s our go-to for every special occasion
CS
CarolS
Cincinnati
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Primavista is one of our favorite special occasion restaurant. The food and service were excellent as always.
SH
SteveH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding! The food was excellent. The view is breath taking especially at night! Our waiter Alex was great. Will go again Highly recommend
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 17, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
The food was very good, the view of the skyline at night is unmatchable for Cincinnati. We had a wonderful dinner, the setting and ambiance is definitely more traditional but that’s what we were in the mood for and it was excellent.
RM
RobM
Cincinnati
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Top notch food, wine and service. And the view, of course. Been going since PV opened. Consistently good year after year.
SO
SamOH
Cincinnati
83 reviews
vip
5.0
83 reviews
Dined on March 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
It had been a number of years since we had dined at the Primavista. It was a great day with clear skies and the view was wonderful. Cioppino (Italian American stew of cooked seafood) had just returned to the menu. We split a salad, the entree and crème brulee and were stuffed. We eat out a lot. This was an excellent meal! We’ll return readily.
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Mobeth
Cincinnati
31 reviews
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on March 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food, view and service are always above and beyond. My families favorite restaurant.
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Candace
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We took my daughter here for her 10th birthday. It was amazingly beautiful scenery. The good was delicious. Will return again soon!
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Izzi
Louisville
9 reviews
vip
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on March 16, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience3
Food was great. Service was outstanding. View was incredible The physical space could use a little update. Overall great experience
d
dtky
Cincinnati
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on March 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
PrimaVista is a gem in Cincinnati. With lots of fantastic Italian food choices, PrimaVista is a super star. Great ambience that feels intimate and comfortable. It never sounds loud, the views are fantastic, and our recent service was some of the best we’ve ever experienced. Food is original, fresh, consistent and a wow experience every time. So happy to have this gem in our city!
AS
AnnS
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful dinner. Impeccable and friendly service. The brushetta with goat cheese was amazing. I had the special, which was mahi mahi with crab meat…excellent. And then desser to die fior. A gooey chocolate brownie with ice cream, dollop of whipped cream, and white chocolate almond bark. Will be going back bery soon! On the pricier side, but worth it. Most tables are situated to have a great view.
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Pacdmc18
Cincinnati
22 reviews
vip
4.0
22 reviews
Dined on March 15, 2023
overall4food3service4ambience5
View is spectacular but food was just ok so overall I don’t think I’d go back.
TO
TomO
Cincinnati
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 15, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Outstanding in every way. Menu choices, service, quality of our meals, quiet conversation possible, incredible view of the Ohio River and Cincinnati, decadent desserts. Certainly a special place that we value and enjoy.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Alabama
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Jazmin helped us. She was amazing!
GB
GBIII
Cincinnati
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service 5 star.
JC
JoeC
Cincinnati
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Reliably outstanding food and friendly service. Still the absolute best view of the city skyline
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cincinnati
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
It was a wonderful experience and great food. More side items to choose from would be nice with dinner
E
Enjoyed
Cincinnati
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service, wonderful views of downtown Cincinnati and the food was very tasty.
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Pricetag
Cincinnati
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food and nice atmosphere especially once the sun goes down and you can appreciate the view! Our server Debbie, was fabulous, from her personality to her suggestions, everything was great. With the visit!
AS
AlanS
Cincinnati
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall3food3service5ambience5
Great service and view however I feel the food quality could be better
AP
AmyP
Cincinnati
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Once again, Primavista did not disappoint!! Everyone in our party had a delicious meal! Wine selections were also excellent! We'll be back! This is one of my very favorite restaurants! Thank you!
HC
HenryC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Such a wonderful dining experience .Food , service and ambiance were the tops ! Jasmine our server was so attentive and went above and beyond ! We celebrated 2 special b days of friends abd recommend prima vista to everyone !
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OpenTable Diner
Cincinnati
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2023
overall3food3service2ambience5
Food was fine. Nothing to get excited about. The view is the best thing going for this place.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on March 10, 2023
overall3food3service5ambience5
Small portions, overpriced
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posey
Cincinnati
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on March 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
where t start? ok. let’s start with our server Alex…A+, everyone loved their food….we three ladies got chicken marsala and it was the best…another A+, and last bit not least was the view….A+ and Alex volunteered to take our picture even though he was very busy…Primavisra is our fine dining choice evert time❣️❣️❣️ i did miss the fresh grated Parmigiana Reggiano though 😢

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Primavista is rated 4.8 stars by 5310 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Apr 1, 2023

10:30 PM

Booked 36 times today

810 Matson Place, Cincinnati, OH 45204

Additional information

Cross street
W. 8th and Mt. Hope 5 mins West of downtown
Neighborhood
Cincinnati
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri 5:00 pm–9:45 pm Sat 4:30 pm–9:45 pm Sun 4:30 pm–8:00 pm
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Valet Parking $6.00 per car. Public Parking lot across the street is $5.00 per car. Street parking is free when available. Driveway is wheel chair accessible.
Public transit
We recommend Uber or Lyft if you are not driving.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Christopher Prince
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.pvista.com/
Phone number
(513) 251-6467
Private party facilities
Celebrate your next event at Primavista in one of our two dining rooms. Primavista will create the perfect atmosphere for your next business meeting, celebration, or family gathering. Hosting groups of up to 75.
Private party contact
Cristie Reynolds: (513) 251-6467

Primavista

Make a reservation

Additional information

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Arugula Salad

Chicken "Formaggio"

Spaghetti and Veal Meatballs

Bruschetta

Goat cheese$8.50

Antipasti

Fried Calamari$15.00

Shrimp "Antoinette"$15.00

Pasta e Fagioli$5.50

Pizza

Pizza$9.00

Insalate

Caesar

Mixed Green Salad

Arugula Salad

Add to a Salad

Warm fried Calamari$4.00

Gorgonzola or Goat Cheese$2.00

Grilled Antibiotic Free Chicken Breast$12.50

Pasta

Spaghetti and Veal Meatballs$23.00

Penne "Cionni"$21.00

Chicken "Formaggio"$30.00

Ravioli$23.00

Entrata

Veal Picatta$35.00

Veal Saltimbocca$35.00

Veal Marsala$35.00

Sautéed Seasonal Fish with Crab*$46.00

Center Cut Filet Mignon*$46.00

Contorni

Side Pasta$5.50

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