Diners' Choice: Great for outdoor dining restaurants in Cincinnati

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Updated September 05, 2024

Looking for the best restaurants that are great for outdoor dining in Cincinnati? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Somm Wine Bar

4.9

4.9 (500)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Cincinnati

About the restaurant

Somm is the Incline Districts favorite American Bistro and Wine Bar. Offering an indoor dining room, full bar, and Cincinnati's favorite outdoor dining on an acclaimed garden patio, Somm Wine Bar features approachable, curated wine selections and an ever-expanding menu highlighting the region's best eclectic cuisine. Fine dining elements abound on this renewed and bustling neighborhood corner touchstone, vibrantly adorned with new age artwork and classic Cosmopolitan hardwood decor. Beautiful charcuterie, weekday features, unique events, and weekend live music make this Cincinnati's top date-night and celebration dining destination.

Top review

Mark

Dined 2 days ago

second visit, dinner for two. Our server, Holly was top notch, remember her from our prior visit. It was busy as there was a wine tasting event taking place in their adjacent space so noise level was high. Food was all good and reasonably priced, good wine list also with very reasonable pricing. I recommend this place.

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Popular dish

Filet Mignon

Popular dish

Wild Mushroom Risotto

Lindner Family Cafe

4.9

4.9 (26)

$30 and under

Unspecified

Central Business District

About the restaurant

Join us to indulge in a refreshed menu with table service in our café! Our historic location is an amazing spot to unwind and dine on our patio (weather permitting) with our artfully prepared meals, including delicious vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. What better way to enjoy the tranquil outdoor space at the Taft than with one of our delicious sandwiches or salads, a scrumptious dessert, and a glass of wine?

Members enjoy a 10 percent discount.

Please Note: Food and drinks may not be taken into our galleries or brought into the museum.

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Alexander

Dined 4 days ago

We have gone to the cafe several times and the food is aways good and the service great

The Quarter Bistro

4.8

4.8 (2073)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Mariemont

About the restaurant

Welcome to The Quarter Bistro, located in the heart of historic Mariemont Square, only minutes from Montgomery, Maderia, Indian Hill and Downtown.
The award-winning combination of seasonal cuisine and sophisticated ambiance are just the beginning of an unforgettable experience.
As Cincinnati's premier "contemporary" bistro, the menu presents all things classic and creative in balance. Fresh fish and game daily? Of course. Outstanding wines at a great value? No Question. Whether it's a beautiful summer evening on the patio, a romantic wine and dine for two, or a down-to-business dinner for ten, The Quarter Bistro has it covered.

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DONNA

Dined 1 day ago

Wonderful experience. Hinge martinis and great food.

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Popular dish

PEI Mussels

Opal Rooftop

4.7

4.7 (322)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Cincinnati

About the restaurant

Forged from the fires of Covington, Ky. Opal is a casual, chef-driven, fine-dining restaurant that offers wood-fired grilled foods, craft cocktails, and a curated wine menu using locally focused products. The menu, developed by the company's culinary director, Chef Eric Polhamus, features Contemporary American dishes. Opal is the third restaurant installment in the portfolio of Bill and Morgan Whitlow. Opals are known to be the stone that represents justice, harmony, protection, love and passion. Just like the gemstone, Opal Rooftop Restaurant & Bar is different from every angle you approach it from. Patrons will enjoy a 360-degree backdrop of downtown Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky or dine indoors as the flames from the unique Grillworks grill reflect off of the bar. For more information and a glimpse of the menu, follow us on Facebook or visit opalrooftop.com.

All tables are booked with a two hour window. If you would like more time please leave us a note to accommodate!

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Lukas

Dined 4 days ago

The view and the ambience were great, especially as it started to get dark outside. The food was fantastic. Earthy flavors, fantastic mushrooms, loved the Toast and the Duck. Would go back!

Le Bar A Boeuf

4.6

4.6 (1152)

$31 to $50

French American

Cincinnati

About the restaurant

Le Bar a Boeuf is a Jean-Robert bistro located in the Edgecliff Building in Cincinnati’s East Walnut Hills. Featuring French classics, Jean-Robert favorites and daily specials, we pride ourselves in using the freshest, most local ingredients - always staying true to the seasons.

Join us for Steak Frites, Bacon Wrapped Salmon or come by on Tuesday for family-style Coq au Vin night.

Jean-Robert and Annette's passion has always been the Bistro and their lifestyle, attitude, and dedication to the community embody what we now call the "Bistro Way of Life".

We hope you join us in celebrating the true “Joie de Vivre”, bistro style.
Thank you for your continued support. Bon Appétit

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Christopher

Dined 7 days ago

We had the specials JR's "red salad" and perfectly cooked scallops over risotto. I read to have the mousse whenever it was on the menu; we did; it was delicious.

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BRU Burger Bar - Cincinnati

4.6

4.6 (1056)

$30 and under

American

Central Business District

About the restaurant

Located at 41 E 6th St. Cincinnati, Ohio 45202 on the corner of 6th and Walnut St.

Bru Burger Bar is an ode to our love, the burger! We offer shareable appetizers, fresh salads with in-house dressings, gourmet chef burgers, daily cut fries, plenty of vegetarian/vegan options, and mouthwatering house made desserts. All of which pair well with our list of 16 local draft beers and hand crafted cocktails.

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Richard

Dined on Sep 21, 2024

Delicious food, gluten free options helped as well.

Cozy's Cafe and Pub

4.6

4.6 (3310)

$31 to $50

Farm-to-table

Liberty Township

About the restaurant

There’s character at every table. Whether you sit in one of our farmhouse dining rooms, the industrial-design style pub, or outdoor by the fire listening to live entertainment, you’ll enjoy a culinary experience which can’t be found anywhere else in our neighborhood.

Our menu utilizes the best in farm-to-table cooking, paired with a specially chosen wine list, a deep selection of craft beers, and classic cocktails with a spin. Our in-house pastry chef caps off your experience and satisfies your sweet craving with delicious sweets, cakes and pastries.

This is gourmet comfort food with a creative twist. We want to challenge your expectation of suburban dining, bringing a bit of downtown Cincinnati’s gastronomy scene to Liberty Township.

Patio seating is first come first serve and we do not take reservations for the patio but will always try to honor requests. Due to high demand for patio seating this season we will require that the entire party has arrived prior to being seated.

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Kim

Dined 2 days ago

Service, food and especially dessert was phenomenal!

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Popular dish

House Burger

Popular dish

Herbalicious Turkey Burger

BRU Burger Bar - Montgomery

4.6

4.6 (255)

$30 and under

Burgers

Montgomery

About the restaurant

BRU Burger Bar Montgomery is the 14th BRU location established under the BRU Burger brand at Cunningham Restaurant Group. Focusing on the American classic, the burger, the menu offers a wide array of burgers, fries, shakes along with salads and appetizers. In addition to an extensive menu, each location offers local beers and spirits along with well known favorites.

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Bill

Dined 4 days ago

The service was excellent. The food was also very good - especially the bread pudding!

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Popular dish

Turkey Burger

Grandview Tavern

4.4

4.4 (980)

$30 and under

American

Fort Mitchell

About the restaurant

Grandview Tavern is Northern Kentucky's premier food and beverage entertainment business. Established in 2007 and still going strong. Over a decade of research and development has forged a casual upscale concept, second to none. We take pride in the fresh product we produce. Our Signature Salmon Salad, Chicken Piccata, Fresh Wings and the Best Burger around. Chef Jack Rolf's creations insure something for everyone. Extensive Wine menu and 1/2 Price every Monday. Specialty Cocktails and a GREAT Bourbon selection. Enjoy outdoor dining, LIVE music Thursday, Friday and Saturday. A cozy, vibrant bar or a quiet dining room awaits you. Private Dining available, special events as well as catering. It is our pleasure to welcome you to Grandview Tavern.

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Nancy

Dined on Aug 10, 2024

We had a fantastic evening at Grandview. Sitting on the patio, we enjoyed delicious food, excellent service, and a really fun band!

Buckhead Mountain Grill

4.3

4.3 (1091)

$30 and under

American

Bellevue

About the restaurant

If you're in the Cincinnati area, be sure to visit the Bellevue location of Buckhead Mountain Grill, located just down the Ohio River from Newport and minutes from downtown Cincinnati. The views here are simply stunning, especially from the deck suspended above the riverbank. Enjoy a casual and comfortable atmosphere that is perfect for an evening out or a quick bite during lunch. This is the place to relax and savor great times, in a setting reminiscent of the Rocky Mountains greatest lodges. Set your watch to "mountain" time and take in the beautiful views of downtown Cincinnati. Climb your way up to flavortown and experience all that Buckhead Mountain Grill has to offer!

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Carol

Dined 1 day ago

3 friends having lunch: great service and never rushed. Food was great.

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Popular dish

Fried Green Tomatoes

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