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Primavista, Cincinnati, OH

Primavista

4.8 (6439)
$31 to $50
Italian
810 Matson Place, Cincinnati, OH 45204

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 22 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
Experience fine Italian dining with breathtaking views at Primavista, a premier restaurant in Cincinnati. Located atop East Price Hill, Primavista offers an unforgettable culinary journey with award-winning Italian dishes and stunning vistas of the city skyline and Ohio River. Indulge in Chef Chris Prince's creations, featuring Northern Italian specialties and fresh seafood. From classic Veal Picatta to Chicken Formaggio, each dish is crafted with the finest ingredients and a passion for authentic flavors. Vegetarian and vegan options are also available. Complement your meal with selections from our extensive wine list, showcasing premium Italian and international vintages. Our knowledgeable staff will help you find the perfect pairing. The ambiance at Primavista is as captivating as the view. Floor-to-ceiling windows provide panoramic vistas from every table, creating a romantic setting. Our warm staff ensures you feel at home, making every visit special. Whether celebrating a special occasion or enjoying a memorable dinner, Primavista awaits you.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    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
  • 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
  • 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
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Private dining

Offers

  • Wednesday/Thursday 3 course dinner special

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 4:30 PM - 8:00 PM,Wed - Thu - 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM,Fri - 5:00 PM - 9:45 PM,Sat - 4:30 PM - 9:45 PM
    Chef creates a 3 course dinner feature for a great price that changes monthly. See our website for the current menu pvista.com.

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What 6,439 people are saying

Primavista reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Cincinnati / Dayton

    Romantic

  • Cincinnati / Dayton

    Great for scenic views

  • Cincinnati / Dayton

    Italian

  • Cincinnati

    Romantic

  • Cincinnati

    Great for scenic views

  • Cincinnati

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Primavista offers a stunning view of Cincinnati, earning praise for its "outstanding service" and "fantastic food." The atmosphere is "romantic and nostalgic," making it a perfect spot for special occasions. Diners highlight the "spectacular view" and consistently "delicious" menu, with attentive staff enhancing every visit.
6,439 Reviews
  1. Mary VIP

    Cincinnati / Dayton41 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, service and food so no more to be said except we appreciated very much that Prima Vista does not play loud, booming awful music as this seems to be a nasty common trend at more and more restaurants.

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  2. Bill VIP

    Cincinnati / Dayton89 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our salmon and veal piccata was amazing. My mother in law's friend could not cut her food due to an injury - so the waitress did it for herl Amazing! Great service.

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  3. maria R

    Cincinnati / Dayton1 review

    2.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I recently had the pleasure of redeeming a gift certificate I had held onto for nearly a decade. My guest and I visited your restaurant last Wednesday evening, and we were fortunate to be seated at a wonderful table with a stunning view of the lightning storm—it truly set a memorable backdrop for our evening. We chose the three-course “Special” featuring the Chicken Sacco. While I found the chicken to be a bit dry, I chose not to mention it at the time, as our server had explained that the special was a more budget-friendly option. I appreciated the transparency, though it did slightly temper our expectations. I should have tried the trout, stuff crab, but my concern was "how fishy", the trout was but again, our server was like "fish, is fishy", which is not true, some fish can taste delightful, without a fishy taste and I understand, its how many times it's thawed and how it's thawed. I should have ordered the Spaghetti & Meatballs as the CEO who gave me my gift certificate, recommended, When it came time for dessert, my guest had gluten & Almond allergies, which was explained to a manager on the floor who recommended, gelato. We weren’t presented with a menu, which I should have asked to confirm what was included in the "special 3 course meal" while the server kindly mentioned adding an extra scoop “on the house,” I later noticed we were charged for my guest’s dessert, which I understood to be included in the special. In hindsight, I should have reviewed the bill more carefully, as it appears we were charged more than expected. I would like to highlight the exceptional service provided by the young lady assisting with bussing. She was attentive, warm, and truly enhanced our experience. I was so impressed by her professionalism and kindness that I gave her a personal tip to show my appreciation.

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  4. BJARO

    Cincinnati / Dayton1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is always delicious, the servers are always attentive and personable, and you can't beat this view of downtown Cincinnati and the river! We love it!

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  5. Kathryn VIP

    Cincinnati / Dayton27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We went to Primavista to enjoy their Wednesday and Thursday night prix fixe dinner. We were seated right by the window and got to watch a thunderstorm approach, unleash and then pass by. It was dramatic and an unexpected bonus. The food was quite good: Caesar salad (with anchovies - yum), a gnocchi and pesto entree for my husband and trout stuffed with crabmeat for me. The tiramisu was not the best ever, but overall it was a very good evening, with good food and good value for the money

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  6. Philip

    Cincinnati / Dayton1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a pleasure dining here. The food is superb and the service is efficient and professional. And you can’t beat the city view.

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  7. Scott

    Cincinnati / Dayton7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service and food was very good. Love the ambiance and views!! I had the chicken pesto and that was very good and light. We will go back!

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  8. Jessica

    Cincinnati / Dayton5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The view was spectacular although the overall restaurant is dated in many ways (older carpet and tables). The service was above average and the secondary wait staff was attentive and always had refills poured. The food was just average overall

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  9. staci

    Cincinnati / Dayton1 review

    4.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Server was not the best, not attentive and we asked.fpr more bread and she never brought it (Amanda)

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  10. Christina VIP

    Cincinnati / Dayton30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Anthony was our waiter tonight and everything was wonderful! The view, the food always perfection. Thank you PrimaVista for always being so consistent❤️

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 22 times today
Google Map for Primavista

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
    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
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • 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
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
  • Phone number
  • 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
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