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Diners' Choice: American restaurants in Cincinnati

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall American cuisine in Cincinnati? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


A photo of Bouquet Restaurant restaurant
4.9
4.9 (3039)
$31 to $50
American
Covington
About the restaurant

Bouquet Restaurant is an upscale farm-to-table bistro that embraces local and sustainable farming as a cornerstone of our mission and utilizes the best products from over fifty farmers and purveyors. We specialize in made to order seasonal menu items and can accommodate most allergies and dietary restrictions.
We offer seating on both the first and second floor. Please let us know if guests have any mobility restrictions, as our second floor is only accessible by a flight of stairs. Patio and bar seating is first come first serve only.



Top review
BruceVIP
Dined 6 days ago
A great find for dinner the night before an early flight from CVG. Ava was an exceptional server. Knowledgeable and friendly. The food and ambiance were excellent!
A photo of Otto's restaurant
4.9
4.9 (1885)
$31 to $50
American
Covington
About the restaurant
Opened in 2003, Otto's serves American and Southern inspired fare in the heart of Covington's Mainstrasse.
Top review
Gregg
Dined 6 days ago
Always a great experience. Our server was incredible and the food was perfect.
A photo of Crown Republic - Gastropub restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1663)
$30 and under
American
Cincinnati
About the restaurant
Crown Republic Gastropub is the place where rustic New American fare meets made from scratch cooking with heart. Our team sources from global food and cultural inspirations, brings and approachable, eclectic culinary experience that guests can't wait to explore. At Crown Republic Gastropub, Chef Anthony Sitek takes pride in creating nearly all of the ingredients in house. Our chef-driven dishes are served with an expert eye so that our guests can concentrate on what matters most: the friends and family they are dining with. Family is exactly our specialty at Crown Republic; our goal is to make everyone who walks in the door, from our staff to our smiling guests, feel at home. Slightly off the beaten path where the business and arts districts of downtown Cincinnati collide, you'll find that you are able to relax and savor every moment, knowing you are in good hands.
Top review
Robb
Dined 6 days ago
Always a solid place to go and easy to get in as well.
A photo of Tousey House Tavern restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1296)
$31 to $50
American
Florence
About the restaurant
Located in Burlington, Kentucky, The Tousey House offers the full Southern experience in the form of cuisine, cocktails and hospitality. The intimate style restaurant offers casual yet elegant fare for friends and family alike. Stop in for one of the daily specials at The Tousey House, which often includes family-style fried chicken, slow roasted prime rib, cod sandwich, hot slaw and more.

Make The Tousey House the location for your next party or corporate event. Specialty banquet menus are available for large groups, and the menus allow you to pick the cuisine to be shared at every table. Visit during the weekends for signature drinks and bourbon specials that will keep you coming back for more.

Top review
Dan
Dined 4 days ago
200 year old building serving tasty southern classics with option. Attentive service with lots of ambiance!
A photo of BRU Burger Bar - Fort Mitchell restaurant
4.8
4.8 (372)
$30 and under
American
Fort Mitchell
About the restaurant
The hamburger is over 100 years old. It’s a classic, purely American, and an icon. The hamburger is the people’s sandwich, everyman’s food. BRU is an ode to our love... the Burger.
Top review
Rae
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent service , great food will definitely be back
A photo of Blinkers Tavern restaurant
4.8
4.8 (326)
$31 to $50
American
Covington
About the restaurant
Winner 12 years “Best Steak NKY” Award! Welcome to our beautiful upscale casual restaurant. Our rooms feature cozy seating in horse racing themed dining rooms, a bar and two patios. Large menu with steaks, seafood, burgers & pastas. Our team is made up of talented individuals with a passion for food and hospitality. We’re always willing to go the extra mile to ensure our guests have an unforgettable experience.
Top review
Angela
Dined 6 days ago
Great atmosphere, our server was amazing and the steak was amazing!!
A photo of Seasons 52 - Cincinnati restaurant
4.8
4.8 (7052)
$31 to $50
American
Norwood
About the restaurant
Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Friday from 3-6PM.
Top review
clare
Dined 3 days ago
Great service and great food! Prices are affordable. Great atmosphere!
A photo of Five on Vine restaurant
4.7
4.7 (898)
$31 to $50
American
Over the Rhine
About the restaurant
Located on Vine Street, in the heart of the historic Over the Rhine district, Five on Vine is a modern take on American comfort food, with a 100-percent from-scratch kitchen, in-house rotisserie, and thoughtful cocktail offerings.
Top review
Nick
Dined 1 day ago
Visited for the first time for my girlfriend’s 26’th birthday and had an amazing time.
A photo of The Green Line Kitchen and Cocktails restaurant
4.7
4.7 (370)
$30 and under
American
Fort Thomas, Kentucky
About the restaurant
Upscale family restaurant in the heart of Fort Thomas, offering Prime Rib every day, as well as fresh salads, perfectly crafted sandwiches and fresh pasta dishes.
We offer a lively atmosphere with a full bar and an extensive wine list.

Top review
AdeanaVIP
Dined 2 days ago
LOVE Greenline and so glad it's doing well. Unfortunately I feel the prices keep going up and the protein portions going down. We had this issue last night and a few times in the past. Hopefully something starts evening out! It has to be an every once in awhile dinner for us for now.
A photo of Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Mason restaurant
4.7
4.7 (3985)
$30 and under
American
Mason
About the restaurant
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is your destination for bold flavors and warm hospitality. From expertly crafted wood-fired steaks and fresh seafood to signature cocktails, mocktails, and curated wines, every detail is designed to deliver an unforgettable dining experience. Whether you're gathering with family, hosting a client, or toasting to a special occasion, Firebirds offers elevated cuisine at an approachable price. Join us for Happy Hour at the FIREBAR® or on the patio and let us show you what extraordinary dining feels like. Reserve your table today — we can’t wait to serve you.
Top review
John
Dined 2 days ago
Food was exceptionally good. The service was absolutely outstanding.
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