Pepp & Dolores

Name: Pepp & Dolores
Address: 1501 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH, United States, 45202
Telephone: (513) 419-1820
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.9

4.9

3240 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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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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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 29, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 107 times today

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian, Farm-to-table
Hours of operation
Lunch Fri–Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(513) 419-1820
Website
http://www.peppanddolores.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
1501 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Neighborhood
Over the Rhine
Cross street
15th St.
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Finocchiona$10.00
finocchiona, pecorino noce, castelveltrano olives
Carpaccio Piemontese$16.00
shiitake crusted beef carpaccio, truffle vinaigrette, arugula, walnut
Marinated Cucumbers$6.00
ricotta, basil, cucumber vinaigrette
Artichokes alla Giudia$9.00
fried artichokes, lemon vinaigrette
Crostini al Funghi$8.00
Allez Bakery focaccia, pioppini mushroom, cremini mushroom puree, parmigiano-reggiano, chive

Insalata / Salad

Wedge$12.00
iceberg, roasted heirloom tomatoes, jowl bacon, gorgonzola dolce dressing, red onion, cracked pepper, chive
Green$10.00
80 Acres Farms mixed lettuces, shaved fennel, herbs, pink peppercorn vinaigrette, pecorino pepato
Gem$11.00
gem lettuce, walnut, ubriaco rosso cheese, crouton, citrus caesar dressing, parmigiano-reggiano

Contorni / Sides for the Table

Meatballs$11.00
3 veal & pork meatballs, nonna's red sauce
Braised Pork$10.00
nonna's red sauce, parmigiano-reggiano
Shrimp Scampi$16.00
garlic, butter, roasted tomatoes, grilled Allez Bakery focaccia
Charred Broccolini$8.00
italian dressing, garlic breadcrumb
Eggplant Involtini$10.00
seasoned ricotta, house tomato sauce, parmigiano-reggiano, garlic breadcrumb
Greens and Beans$8.00
wilted escarole, cannellini beans, house tomato sauce, parmigiano-reggiano

Pasta

all pasta made in-house

The Sunday Sauce$19.00
spaghetti, nonna's red sauce, veal & pork meatball, braised pork shoulder, parmigiano-reggiano
Pesto$16.00
herb campanelle pasta, basil pesto, parmigiano-reggiano
Limone$17.00
spaghetti, meyer lemon, chili flake, parmigiano-reggiano, garlic breadcrumb, ricotta
Stracciatella$15.00
fusilli pasta, house tomato sauce, stracciatella, basil, parmigiano-reggiano
Agnello$19.00
red wine rigatoni, braised lamb ragu, pecorino romano
Gricia$17.00
torchietti pasta, jowl bacon, ricotta whey, black pepper, pecorino pepato
Spicy Vodka$15.00
mezze pasta, calabrian chili, vodka sauce, parmigiano-reggiano
Brodo$17.00
casarecce pasta, fennel sausage, broccoli rabe, parmigiano & thyme broth, pecorino romano
Butternut & Mascarpone$16.00
filled agnolotti pasta, brown butter, squash puree, sage, pepita, parmigiano-reggiano
Swiss Chard & Sausage$16.00
filled cannelloni pasta, three cheese fonduta, garlic breadcrumbs

House Wines / Vino della Casa

White | Borgo Paglianetto, Verdicchio, Metalica '20
- Glass$10.00
- 1/2 Glass$5.00
- 1/2 Liter$22.00
- Full Liter$40.00
Red | Borgo Paglianetto, "Marche Rosso", Metalica '20
- Glass$10.00
- 1/2 Glass$5.00
- 1/2 Liter$22.00
- Full Liter$40.00

Sparkling

Prosecco | Avissi, Treviso, Veneto NV
- Glass$12.00
- 1/2 Glass$6.00
- Bottle$40.00
Prosecco Rosé | Vigneti del Sole "1925", Veneto NV
- Glass$14.00
- 1/2 Glass$7.00
- Bottle$58.00
Lambrusco | Scarpetta, Emilia-Romagna NV
- Can (250ml)$9.00
Moscato | Tintero | Asti, IT '21
- Glass$12.00
- 1/2 Glass$6.00
- Bottle$48.00
Franciacorta | Ca' del Bosco, "Cuvée Prestige", Lombardy NV
- Bottle$96.00
Sparkling Rosé | G.D. Vajra "Delle Neve", Metodo Classico Extra Brut, Piedmont NV
- Bottle$88.00

White

Northern Italy

Pinot Grigio | Villa Varda, Friuli-Venezia Giulia '21
- Glass$10.00
- 1/2 Glass$5.00
- Bottle$40.00
Sauvignon Blanc | Abbazia di Novacella, Trentino Alto-Adige '21
- Glass$14.00
- 1/2 Glass$7.00
- Bottle$56.00
Chardonnay | De Forville, Piedmont '20
- Glass$14.00
- 1/2 Glass$7.00
- Bottle$58.00
Garganega | Pieropan, Soave Classico, Veneto '21
- Glass$13.00
- 1/2 Glass$7.00
- Bottle$52.00

Central Italy

Passerina | Abbia Nòva, "San Giovanni", Lazio '21
- Bottle$50.00
Vermentino | Guado al Tasso, Bolgheri, Tuscany '21
- Bottle$58.00

Southern Italy

Falanghina | Pietracupa, Campania '20
- Bottle$70.00
Carricante | Tornatore, Etna Bianco, Sicily '21
- Bottle$56.00

Americano

Riesling | Hermann J. Wiemer, Semi-Dry, Finger Lakes, NY '20
- Glass$12.00
- 1/2 Glass$6.00
- Bottle$48.00
Chardonnay | Land of Saints, Santa Barbara County, CA '21
- Bottle$58.00

Orange

Italy

Fiano | L'Archetipo, Puglia '20
- Bottle$50.00
Chardonnay Blend | Wild Nature "Veneto Bianco", Veneto '21
- Glass$14.00
- 1/2 Glass$7.00
- Bottle$56.00

Americano

Chenin Blanc Blend | Field Recordings, Skins, Central Coast, CA '20
- Bottle$48.00

Rosé

Italy

Nerello Mascalese | Tenuta delle Terre Nere, Mount Etna, Sicily, IT '21
- Bottle$66.00
Sangiovese | La Spinetta "Il Rose di Casanova", Tuscany '21
- Bottle$50.00
Montepulciano | Masciarelli "Colline Teatine", Abruzzo '21
- Glass$12.00
- 1/2 Glass$6.00
- Bottle$48.00

Red

Northern Italy

Barbera | Indigenous, Piedmont '16
- Glass$12.00
- 1/2 Glass$6.00
- Bottle$48.00
Barbera | Malvira, Superiore "San Michele", Piedmont '06
- Bottle$86.00
Dolcetto | Fratelli Alessandria, Piedmont '19
- Bottle$48.00
Nebbiolo | Paitin, "Starda", Piedmont '19
- Glass$14.00
- 1/2 Glass$7.00
- Bottle$56.00
Barbaresco | Produttori del Barbaresco, Piedmont '18
- Bottle$115.00
Barolo | G.D. Vajra, "Albe", Piedmont '18
- Bottle$98.00
Barolo | Luigi Baudana, Serralunga d'Alba, Piedmont '14
- Bottle$215.00
Rosso Veronese | Tenuta Santa Maria "Pragal", Veneto '20
- Glass$12.00
- 1/2 Glass$6.00
- Bottle$48.00
Amarone | Ca'la Bionda, Amarone Classico "Vigneti di Ravazzol", Veneto' 16
- Bottle$135.00

Central Italy

Grenache | Ampeleia, Kepos, Costa Toscana '20
- Bottle$85.00
Montepulciano | Boccadigabbia, Rosso Piceno, Marche '18
- Glass$12.00
- 1/2 Glass$6.00
- Bottle$48.00
Chianti Classico | Monte Bernardi, "Retromarcia", Tuscany '20
- Glass$14.00
- 1/2 Glass$7.00
- Bottle$58.00
Chianti Classico | Il Molino di Grace, Tuscany, '19
- Bottle$52.00
Chianti Classico | Tenuta di Carleone, Tuscany, '19
- Bottle$78.00
Rosso di Montalcino | San Lorenzo, Montalcino, Tuscany '20
- Bottle$74.00
Brunello | Casanuova delle Cerbaie, Montalcino, Tuscany '16
- Bottle$120.00
Brunello Riserva | Uccelliera, Montalcino, Tuscany '16
- Bottle$270.00
Cabernet Sauvignon | Mocali, Maremma Toscana Rosso '19
- Glass$14.00
- 1/2 Glass$7.00
- Bottle$58.00
Super Tuscan | Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona, "Ateo", Tuscany '20
- Bottle$58.00
Super Tuscan | Piaggia, Carmignano il Sasso, Tuscany '20
- Bottle$80.00

Southern Italy

Nerello Mascalese | Bonavita, Faro, Sicily '17
- Bottle$85.00
Frappato Blend | COS, Vittoria Classico, Sicily '21
- Bottle$75.00
Aglianico | Grifalco, Aglianico del Vulture, Basilicata '18
- Bottle$58.00

Americano

Pinot Noir | Presqu'ile, Santa Barbara, CA '20
- Bottle$68.00
Pinot Noir | Bloodroot, Sonoma County, CA '21
- Glass$15.00
- 1/2 Glass$8.00
- Bottle$62.00
Pinot Noir | Anthill Farms, Sonoma Coast, CA '20
- Bottle$85.00
Grenache | A Tribute to Grace, Via Caprice Vineyard, Santa Ynez Valley, CA '18
- Bottle$98.00
Sangiovese | Stolpman, "Love You Bunches", Santa Barbara, CA '20
- Bottle$58.00
Cabernet Sauvignon | No Fine Print, CA '19
- Bottle$58.00
Cabernet Sauvignon | Matthiasson, Napa Valley, CA '17
- Bottle$150.00

Big Bottles

Magnum

Sparkling Metodo Classico | Contratto, Lombardy '14
- 1.5l$220.00
Cabernet Franc | Ampeleia "Ampeleia", Costa Toscana '18
- 1.5l$250.00
Chianti Classico | Monte Bernardi "Sa'Etta", Tuscany '14
- 1.5l$225.00
Barolo | Paolo Scavino, Piedmont '17
- 1.5l$235.00
Brunello | Pian dell'Orino, Montalcino, Tuscany '13
- 1.5l$480.00

Double Magnum

Aglianico | Grifalco, Aglianico del Vulture, Basilicata '16
- 3l$225.00

Cocktails

Panettone$11.00
sherry, spiced cranberry, vodka, amaretto
Limoncello & Tonic$12.00
vodka, house limoncello, thyme, tonic
Tony's Negroni$13.00
barrel aged gin, aperol, vermouth
Fratelli Libre$11.00
rum, fernet branca, maraschino, coca-cola, cherry bitters, house bottled and carbonated
Sicilian Sour$11.00
bourbon, averna, citrus, aquafaba, calabrian chili oil
The Five Families$14.00
rye, barolo chinato, amari, luxardo
Autumn Spritz$13.00
aperol, prosecco, rosemary, vanilla

Beer

Almond 22, Pink Peppercorn IPA, Italy
- Bottle (11.5oz)$14.00
Peroni Nastro Azzuro, Pale Lager, Italy
- Draft (16oz)$7.00
Rotating Draft
- Draft (16oz)$8.00
Madtree, Happy Amber, Cincinnati
- Can (12oz)$6.00
Rhinegeist, Truth IPA, Cincinnati
- Can (12oz)$6.00
Urban Artifact, Rotating, Cincinnati
- Can (12oz)$7.00
Downeast, Craft Cider, Boston
- Can (12oz)$8.00
Coors Light, Lager, USA
- Bottle (12oz)$4.00
Athletic Brewing, Upside Dawn IPA, NA
- Can (12oz)$6.00
Sam Adams, Cold Snap, Boston
- Bottle (12oz)$6.00

Limoncello Service

Limoncello Service
housemade lemon thyme liqueur
- per person$6.00

What 3,240 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.7Value

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OpenTable Diner
Fort Lauderdale
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Erin knew his menu and also was detailed with making sure our food allergies were taken care of. But what I loved the most is that it was not only our server that was aware of our food allergies our food runner also made sure to let us know that the chef made our food aware of our allergies. Beautiful abidance amazing food me and my girlfriend will be returning and hope Erin is our server again. Fantastic job.
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RDcarrie
Cincinnati
36 reviews
vip
5.0
36 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
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Pepp & Delores was worth the wait to try. I had made a reservation months in advance for our anniversary and I am so glad I did! Brittany, our server, was excellent! The food was wonderful! The ambiance perfect! Next time we go we will grab a drink before dinner at the downstairs bar area - we discovered it after dinner and it has such a cool speakeasy vibe. This is a Cincinnati gem - for sure!
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LauraS
Cincinnati
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Pepp and Delores is always perfect. I brought my out-of-town relatives and we had a feast. There is something about the Sunday Sauce that makes me so happy.
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TedR
Cincinnati
76 reviews
vip
5.0
76 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server Rachel was awesome. Amazing food as always.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a great experience again! Wonderful food. We were surprised no dessert menu but it was fine. The little amaretto cookies were nice.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
2 reviews
vip
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience5
Ambiance was great, service fantastic, food was good. I’d give it a 7-10. No dessert menu, limited menu items.
Pepp & DoloresResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for the great review Anonymous ! We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and look forward to hosting you again soon at Pepp & Dolores! Cheers, Siobhan Stephenson Pepp & Dolores
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OliversMum
Cincinnati
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Exceptional food. Exceptional service. Truly a great experience. So many dishes we want to try. We've already made our next reservation to come back.
Pepp & DoloresResponded 2 days ago
Thank you so much for your kind words, Oliversmum. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your visit with us and will be visiting us again soon! Cheers, Pepp & Dolores
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food all around from apps to dinner. Great recommendations on the wine and pastas as well. There is no wrong choice on their menu.
Pepp & DoloresResponded 2 days ago
Thank you so much for your kind words, Anonymous. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. Cheers, Pepp & Dolores
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OpenTable Diner
Cincinnati
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing!! Great wine selection, service is always impeccable and you can’t go wrong with any food choices!
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Tracey
Cincinnati
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Enjoyed a delicious meal with our kids home and had nice table conversation (didn't struggle to hear each other, so nice) with attentive and cheerful table service. Will definitely return!
Pepp & DoloresResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for the great review, Tracey! We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and look forward to hosting you again soon at Pepp & Dolores! Cheers, Siobhan Stephenson Pepp & Dolores
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OpenTable Diner
Louisville
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Very good atmosphere and homemade pasta, delicious. Pasta is a little firmer and thicker since homemade, I would've liked it cooked just a little more. Fun place!
Pepp & DoloresResponded 2 days ago
Thank you so much for your kind words, Anonymous. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. On your next visit with us feel free to ask your server if your pasta could be cooked more well done and we can accommodate that request for your liking. We hope to see you again in the near future! Cheers, Siobhan Stephenson Pepp & Dolores
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KyleeS
E. Tennessee
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Incredible experience. Staff was knowledge and helpful! The pacing of the meal with multiple courses was perfect. Flavors were brilliant and server’s suggestions paired well. We would come back and bring friends!
Pepp & DoloresResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for the great review, Kylee! We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and look forward to hosting you again soon at Pepp & Dolores! Cheers, Siobhan Stephenson Pepp & Dolores
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jamesc
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Waitress on Sat night 11-18-23 with Lyn in part of her name(nose piercing, dark brown hair) was exceptional! Dining area was clean and comfortable, drinks small but delicious. Best Italian fare I’ve had. Very lively and energetic.
Pepp & DoloresResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for the great review, James! We love to hear when our team members do an outstanding job, and we will be sure to thank Lindsay for her excellent service. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and look forward to hosting you again soon at Pepp & Dolores! Cheers, Siobhan Stephenson Pepp & Dolores
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rptrpt1961
Cincinnati
29 reviews
vip
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was wonderful, server and all of the wait staff were amazing. Manager was very welcoming. Hostess was a little frosty. Atmosphere was very nice. Great dining experience.
Pepp & DoloresResponded on November 21, 2023
Rptrpt1961- Thank you so much for your kind words. We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed your visit with us and that our team provided you with great customer service. We hope to see you again soon. Sincerely, Siobhan Stephenson
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Mem1
Cincinnati
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Consistently excellent with a wide array of options.
Pepp & DoloresResponded 2 days ago
Mem, Thank you for the kind words and 5-Star review! We appreciate you taking the time to leave us feedback about your recent visit and hope to see you in the near future! Cheers- Siobhan Stephenson Pepp & Dolores
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JuliaB
Cincinnati
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Exquisite food and outstanding service. Recommend for an anniversary dinner or birthday.
Pepp & DoloresResponded 2 days ago
Thank you so much for your kind words, Julia. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. Cheers, Pepp & Dolores
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muddy
New Orleans
44 reviews
vip
4.0
44 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience3
The service at this restaurant was fantastic, just like his other restaurants. Unfortunately, for us, it did not live up to the rave reviews we had heard, but everyone's tastes are different. Good wine selection as well.
Pepp & DoloresResponded 2 days ago
Muddy, I am very sorry to hear that you were not satisfied with your recent experience dining with us. If you would like to discuss this in greater detail with our GM, Jamie, please do not hesitate to reach out. Jamie's email is jamie.meiers@tdomecom. We hope we can make this right for you and will give us another try. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us and we hope to hear from you soon. Sincerely, Siobhan Stephenson Pepp & Dolores
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BevC
Cincinnati
44 reviews
vip
5.0
44 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The staff as usual was amazing and the food delicious. Our server was friendly and made us feel welcome.
Pepp & DoloresResponded 2 days ago
Bev, Thank you for sharing your kind words with us. We appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review! Cheers- Siobhan Stephenson Pepp & Dolores
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OpenTable Diner
Cincinnati
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was excellent. The food, the service, the ambiance. I will be back for more.
Pepp & DoloresResponded 2 days ago
Thank you so much for your kind words, Anonymous. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. Cheers, Pepp & Dolores
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OpenTable Diner
Cincinnati
4 reviews
vip
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience3
Love the food and service at Pepp and Dolores! This was my first time being sat in the “speak easy” area and I thought it was very dark and hard to see. But besides that we loved our experience !
Pepp & DoloresResponded 2 days ago
Thank you so much for your kind words, Anonymous. We appreciate the feedback about the lighting from your recent dining experience. We hope to be able to host you again in the near future! Cheers, Siobhan Stephenson Pepp & Dolores
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JessicaF
Cincinnati
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is a fantastic restaurant! The food is delicious, we got the salumi & cheese to start and then spicy vodka pasta for our main course. The servers are incredibly gracious and attentive, my water glass was never less than half full before they refilled it for me. I absolutely recommend for any special occasions or even for meeting with friends.
Pepp & DoloresResponded 2 days ago
Jessica, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a kind review! We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience with us and tried some of our new menu items for the season. We hope to be able to host you again in the near future. Sincerely, Siobhan Stephenson Pepp & Dolores
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BrendaA
Grand Rapids
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Spent my birthday here, Kate was so friendly and went out of her way to make it a special day for my boyfriend and I! Her recommendations were spectacular! Thank you Kate!!
Pepp & DoloresResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for the great review, Brenda! We love to hear when our team members do an outstanding job, and we will be sure to thank Cate for her excellent service. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and look forward to hosting you again soon at Pepp & Dolores! Cheers, Siobhan Stephenson Pepp & Dolores
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OpenTable Diner
Cincinnati
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I've been waiting a year for the Butternut & Mascarpone pasta, and it lived up to the hype. I wish it was a touch heavier on the squash, but that is my personal preference. I think the flavors throughout the dish are balanced well. My husband usually gets the Pesto, and he did last night. He said it was just as good as last time.
Pepp & DoloresResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for the great review Anonymous! Thank you for returning to Pepp to try out our seasonal dishes! We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and look forward to hosting you again soon at Pepp & Dolores! Cheers, Siobhan Stephenson Pepp & Dolores
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PierceB
Cincinnati
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was excellent!!! Looking forward to going back
Pepp & DoloresResponded 2 days ago
Pierce, Thank you for your 5-Star review! We appreciate your love and support for Pepp! Cheers- Siobhan Stephenson Pepp & Dolores
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OpenTable Diner
Cincinnati
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Favorite restaurant in cincy and absolutely never fails! The service is absolutely amazing and the food is incredible!!
Pepp & DoloresResponded 2 days ago
Thank you so much for your kind words, Anonymous. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. Cheers, Pepp & Dolores
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Jennifer
Cincinnati
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
One of the best Italian restaurants in Cincinnati. Pasta is all homemade with lots of choices. Bread service is outstanding. Good wine list.
Pepp & DoloresResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for the great review, Jennifer! We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and look forward to hosting you again soon at Pepp & Dolores! Cheers, Siobhan Stephenson Pepp & Dolores
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JanK
Denver
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was so awesome we ended up getting a gift card for a family member before we left!
Pepp & DoloresResponded 2 days ago
Jan- Thank you for the 5-star review! We are so thrilled to hear you had an amazing experience dining with us. Thank you for purchasing a gift card so that your family can join us soon! Thank you, Siobhan Stephenson Pepp & Dolores
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StephenieH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing! The service was bar none, some of the best service I’ve ever had. Great atmosphere, would definitely recommend!
Pepp & DoloresResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for the great review, Stephenie! We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and look forward to hosting you again soon at Pepp & Dolores! Cheers, Siobhan Stephenson Pepp & Dolroes
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2023
overall5food3service5ambience5
This is my second time to Pepp & I do love it but this time I got the vodka pasta dish and my noodles were extremely al dente. I’d still recommend this spot but didn’t expect to receive hard noodles.
Pepp & DoloresResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for the great review, Anonymous! We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and look forward to hosting you again soon at Pepp & Dolores! Cheers, Siobhan Stephenson Pepp & Dolores
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DoctorL
Louisville
34 reviews
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
GREAT Food! Can never eat enough of their fried artichokes! Pasta is wonderful.
Pepp & DoloresResponded 2 days ago
Thank you so much for your kind words, Doctor. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. Cheers, Pepp & Dolores
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Lauren
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The freshest food and fantastic environment. We love to dine here.
Pepp & DoloresResponded 2 days ago
Thank you so much for your kind words, Lauren. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. Cheers, Pepp & Dolores
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PamB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Delightful, delicious and unique selections! Highly recommended. Just wish they also served Italian desserts, but the almond cookies were amazing.
Pepp & DoloresResponded 2 days ago
Thank you so much for your kind words, Pam. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. Cheers, Pepp & Dolores
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LeanneT
Cincinnati
29 reviews
vip
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We LOVE Pepp & Dolores. When we heard good news and wanted a celebratory dinner, Pepp & Dolores it had to be. Our server, Rachel, was wonderful - super professional and knowledgeable. The food there is always yummy. We got the Dunk, meatballs, Swiss chard and sausage, and spicy vodka pasta. The Dunk was a little bitter this time, but still tasty. And the cocktails were also good.
Pepp & DoloresResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for the great review, Leanne! We love to hear when our team members do an outstanding job, and we will be sure to thank Rachel for her excellent service. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and look forward to hosting you again soon at Pepp & Dolores! Cheers, Siobhan Stephenson Pepp & Dolores
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ssiekmk914
Cincinnati
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had an excellent dinner. We celebrated our birthdays, and they gave us a little birthday treat with a birthday candle. The wait staff was top notch, and the food was delicious. We definitely will return.
Pepp & DoloresResponded 2 days ago
Thank you so much for your kind words, Ssiekmk914. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. Happy Birthday! Cheers, Pepp & Dolores
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SharonL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 5, 2023
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We enjoyed everything! The lemone pasta is so good and the ricotta is just amazing!!
Pepp & DoloresResponded 2 days ago
Thank you so much for your kind words, Sharon. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. Cheers, Pepp & Dolores
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AnaC
Cincinnati
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We tried 5 different dishes…all of them outstanding. Their vinagrete is out of this world, home made pasta was al dente.Our server Patrick was friendly and attentive. We are looking forward to coming back and trying other items on the menu. Great value and great time!!
Pepp & DoloresResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for the great review, Ana! We love to hear when our team members do an outstanding job, and we will be sure to thank Patrick for a job well done. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and look forward to hosting you again soon at Pepp & Dolores! Cheers, Siobhan Stephenson Pepp & Dolores
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Ilovetoeat
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loves it. it tastes freshly made, yummy espresso martinis.
Pepp & DoloresResponded 2 days ago
Thank you so much for your kind words, Ilovetoeat. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. Cheers, Pepp & Dolores
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TomM
Cincinnati
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved everything about it except the price of wine. The menu showed you could order a half glass of wine or a glass. We each ordered a glass. It was a pretty light pour bur them my husband ordered a half glass. It was identical in size to our first glasses. We thought the waiter must have misheard us when we ordered a glass at first and gave us half glasses. But when we got the bill the first two were billed at the full glass price and the second was at the half glass price bur they were all the same size pour. Either we were cheated the first time or gifted the 2nd time. Either way everything else was excellent.
Pepp & DoloresResponded 2 days ago
Tom, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and provide us feedback from your recent dining experience with us. We do offer a half glass pour which is 3 oz and our standard glass pour is 6oz. We are sorry to hear that there was a discrepancy in size of glass pours that you received. It sounds like you are indeed correct that you were gifted a larger glass the second time. We hope to see you both again soon! Sincerely, Siobhan Stephenson Pepp & Dolores
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TheresaD
Cincinnati
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2023
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The food, service, and music was fantastic. Not our first time there, and it will not be our last. We love Pepp!
Pepp & DoloresResponded 2 days ago
Thank you so much for your kind words, Theresa. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. Cheers, Pepp & Dolores
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MichelleB
Cincinnati
3 reviews
vip
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2023
overall3food4service2ambience3
All the food was delicious. We especially enjoyed the meatballs and Spicy vodka. The side of egg plant was delicious but was mostly sauce, hardly any egg plant. The waiter was rude and completely rushed us from the moment we sat down. Some examples: he continuously made faces when we asked questions about the food, always reached over us when placing food or utensils on the table, he even took one of our water glasses when we were not ready to leave. We even felt very rushed to order and to pay the bill.
Pepp & DoloresResponded 2 days ago
Michelle, I am very sorry to hear that you were not satisfied with your recent experience dining with us. If you would like to discuss this in greater detail with our GM, Jamie, please do not hesitate to reach out. Jamie's email is jamie.meiers@tdomecom. We hope we can make this right for you and will give us another try. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us and we hope to hear from you soon. Sincerely, Siobhan Stephenson Pepp & Dolores
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Safety precautions

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Pepp & Dolores using the Order Online button. Pepp & Dolores also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (513) 419-1820.

Pepp & Dolores is rated 4.9 stars by 3240 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

Nov 29, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 107 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1501 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Additional information

Cross street
15th St.
Neighborhood
Over the Rhine
Hours of operation
Lunch Fri–Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian, Farm-to-table
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.peppanddolores.com/
Phone number
(513) 419-1820

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Additional information

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Housemade Ricotta

Limone

Pesto

Pane / Bread

The Dunk$8.00

Housemade Ricotta$11.00

Marinated Eggplant$9.00

Cicchetti / Appetizer

Finocchiona$10.00

Carpaccio Piemontese$16.00

Marinated Cucumbers$6.00

Artichokes alla Giudia$9.00

Crostini al Funghi$8.00

Insalata / Salad

Wedge$12.00

Green$10.00

Gem$11.00

Contorni / Sides for the Table

Meatballs$11.00

Braised Pork$10.00

Shrimp Scampi$16.00

Charred Broccolini$8.00

Eggplant Involtini$10.00

Greens and Beans$8.00

Pasta

The Sunday Sauce$19.00

Pesto$16.00

Limone$17.00

Stracciatella$15.00

Agnello$19.00

Gricia$17.00

Spicy Vodka$15.00

Brodo$17.00

Butternut & Mascarpone$16.00

Swiss Chard & Sausage$16.00

House Wines / Vino della Casa

White | Borgo Paglianetto, Verdicchio, Metalica '20

Red | Borgo Paglianetto, "Marche Rosso", Metalica '20

Sparkling

Prosecco | Avissi, Treviso, Veneto NV

Prosecco Rosé | Vigneti del Sole "1925", Veneto NV

Lambrusco | Scarpetta, Emilia-Romagna NV

Moscato | Tintero | Asti, IT '21

Franciacorta | Ca' del Bosco, "Cuvée Prestige", Lombardy NV

Sparkling Rosé | G.D. Vajra "Delle Neve", Metodo Classico Extra Brut, Piedmont NV

White

Northern Italy

Pinot Grigio | Villa Varda, Friuli-Venezia Giulia '21

Sauvignon Blanc | Abbazia di Novacella, Trentino Alto-Adige '21

Chardonnay | De Forville, Piedmont '20

Garganega | Pieropan, Soave Classico, Veneto '21

Central Italy

Passerina | Abbia Nòva, "San Giovanni", Lazio '21

Vermentino | Guado al Tasso, Bolgheri, Tuscany '21

Southern Italy

Falanghina | Pietracupa, Campania '20

Carricante | Tornatore, Etna Bianco, Sicily '21

Americano

Riesling | Hermann J. Wiemer, Semi-Dry, Finger Lakes, NY '20

Chardonnay | Land of Saints, Santa Barbara County, CA '21

Orange

Italy

Fiano | L'Archetipo, Puglia '20

Chardonnay Blend | Wild Nature "Veneto Bianco", Veneto '21

Americano

Chenin Blanc Blend | Field Recordings, Skins, Central Coast, CA '20

Rosé

Italy

Nerello Mascalese | Tenuta delle Terre Nere, Mount Etna, Sicily, IT '21

Sangiovese | La Spinetta "Il Rose di Casanova", Tuscany '21

Montepulciano | Masciarelli "Colline Teatine", Abruzzo '21

Red

Northern Italy

Barbera | Indigenous, Piedmont '16

Barbera | Malvira, Superiore "San Michele", Piedmont '06