Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in Cincinnati

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Updated September 05, 2024

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Jag's Steak & Seafood

4.9

4.9 (7345)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

West Chester

About the restaurant

Innovative menu and seamless service creates an unmatched fine dining experience. Jag's offers a diverse list of menu items that have been expertly crafted by Proprietor Chef Michelle Brown and her outstanding Executive Team. Featuring Certified Angus Beef steaks, fresh seafood, Chilean Sea Bass, Diver Scallops, Shrimp Cocktail. Pastas, Poultry, Salads, Soups, Appetizers and Handcrafted Desserts and cocktails round out a menu sure to please the most discriminating palate. Our award-winning wine list has been rated the Award of Excellence by Wine Spectator since 2006.
Jag's Steak & Seafood is centrally located between Cincinnati and Dayton making it a perfect meeting destination for client entertainment or special occasion celebrations. A perfect way to begin and end any evening.

Top review

Terry

Dined 2 days ago

Great time great food nice music everyone is so nice. We will be back soon.

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Filet Mignon Stroganoff

Alfio's buon cibo

4.9

4.9 (3277)

$50 and over

Italian

Hyde Park

About the restaurant

Welcome to Alfio's Buon Cibo, an award-winning Italian restaurant located in the heart of Hyde Park Square.

Chef Alfio Gulisano leads our chef-driven kitchen and he's dedicated to providing you with the highest quality ingredients, expertly prepared to perfection.
Our menu boasts hand-cut steaks, fresh pasta, and Argentinian flavors that are the perfect touch to Alfio's cooking style.
Pair your meal with one of our 350+ bottles of wine, expertly curated by our three in-house sommeliers.
And don't forget to save room for our house-made desserts and "Chef's Blend" Coffee.

Top off your experience with one of our expertly crafted cocktails, such as the classic Negroni or our Mixologist signature Maple Manhattan. Our upscale atmosphere is perfect for romantic nights out or celebratory dinners with friends and family.

For a high-end steakhouse alternative, Alfio's Buon Cibo is the obvious choice. Come dine with us and experience the best Italian cuisine in Cincinnati.

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Zach

Dined 5 days ago

Absolutely fantastic restaurant. Service was top notch, Sarah took great care of us and fulfilled our every wish. The food was stunning. Best pasta I've ever had and it's clear the chef cares deeply about his craft. The empanadas and short rib gnocchi specifically were life changing. Well worth the price portions were huge. Perfect special occasion place as they made my girlfriend feel special on her birthday. 10/10

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Chocolate Moda Antica Cake

BOCA

4.9

4.9 (5859)

$50 and over

Contemporary European

Central Business District

About the restaurant

Boca is Chef David Falk's ode to Europe. It is a one of a kind dining experience marrying world-class, chef driven cuisine with gracious service. Boca's design couples contemporary European and American stylings with touches of rusticity in an airy urban space. The elegant and inviting surroundings welcome guests for an afternoon cocktail, a small bite before a great show at nearby theaters, a casual dinner with friends, or a luxurious night out.

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Bobbi

Dined 5 days ago

Dinner was excellent and so was the service! Will definitely be returning and recommending to friends and family.

Sotto

4.9

4.9 (7614)

$50 and over

Italian

Central Business District

About the restaurant

It is a concept of casual intimacy and communal romance. Sotto is the art of simplicity, a steward of restraint. It’s undressed, gutsy and human. It is fire, meat, wheat, and laughter. Above all, Sotto is Italian.

*Starting September 9, 2024, Sotto will open for Lunch service Monday - Friday, 11am - 2pm. Reservations are now open.*

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Frankvip

Dined 3 days ago

Food great as usual. Server Ben very good. Tortellini with ricotta and pesto delish.

Carlo & Johnny

4.8

4.8 (9185)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Montgomery

About the restaurant

Classic style paired with Jeff Ruby's U.S.D.A Prime Steaks and exceptional seafood.
Three unique dining rooms, three wine cellars, and live music.

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Marievip

Dined 4 days ago

Waitress was very engaging. A wonderful date night experience ❤️

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4.8

4.8 (6135)

$31 to $50

Italian

Cincinnati

About the restaurant

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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Connievip

Dined 2 days ago

Had not dined at Primavista for a couple of years, so wanted to give it a go before our concert performance at Music Hall downtown. Of course the location is perfect & the view of City & river are amazing from the west. Our server Annie was excellent and the dinner was amazing. For a starter we had the baratta cheese & split a Caesar salad. You are also served the best bread with olive oil & garlic. I ordered the Ruby trout & my husband had cioppino. My trout was prepared exquisitely and one of the best seafood entrees I ever had/ it was that good! My husband equally enjoyed his entree. We had no room for dessert but the selections looked tempting. Primavista hit a home run for us tonight & we plan to return soon with friends.

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Popular dish

Spaghetti and Veal Meatballs

Chez Renée French Bistrot

4.7

4.7 (435)

$30 and under

French

Milford

About the restaurant

AUTHENTIC CASUAL FRENCH BISTROT,
We are really French, in Cincinnati USA since december 2016, to provide family french cooking in a casual french bistrot style,
Seasonal and local food are using as much as possible, no cooking artifacts or artificials food, only natural food, scratch cooking is our priority, even if it take more time to serve our customers.
A place to go, not only for special occasion... just come in get Lunch and Dinner...
we simply want you to enjoy your experience...

Full Bar - Cover Padio

We have a Happy Hour Wednesday and Thursday
check our website www.ChezReneeFrenchBistrot.com

A bientôt

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Susanvip

Dined 2 days ago

This is one of our favorite restaurants. The service is always good and food is always outstanding. Plus, it’s also nice to support a local, family owned restaurant.

MRBL

4.7

4.7 (1123)

$50 and over

Steak

Bellevue

About the restaurant

Steakhouse and Sushi Restaurant with breathtaking views of the Ohio River and the Cincinnati Skyline! Guests, please enjoy our glass elevator located on the west side of the building.

Please note, large parties (7+) must contact the restaurant directly for bookings. Parties of 7+ must also provide a CC. MRBL reserves the right to charge $50/person for large parties that cancel within 48 hours or no show.

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Elizabeth

Dined 2 days ago

The food was delicious! The restaurant with the views was also great! Can’t wait to go back

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4.6

4.6 (1223)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Covington

About the restaurant

Lisse Steakhuis was established in 2016 and conceptualized as a tribute to owner Hans Philippo’s Holland hometown of Lisse. While holding true to a fairly traditional American steakhouse menu, Lisse highlights the Dutch cuisine authentically by including an array of unique flavors and ingredients in our menu items, and off-menu featured items. Lisse offers seating on all three floors, an outdoor terrace, and Cigar Lounge on the third floor. Outdoor terrace seating is first come first serve only.

Our international wine list is extensive yet well-curated, featuring wines from the world's best winemaking regions and renowned vineyards. As we’re located in the heart of Bourbon Country, our bourbon collection is premium, offering over 100 top-shelf bourbons. Our handcrafted cocktails are rotated seasonally, and elevate the experience of classic cocktails - creating a unique experience where tradition meets modernity. In all aspects, dining at Lisse is truly an unmatched experience

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Scottvip

Dined 4 days ago

First time at Lisse. Extraordinary experience. The food was amazing, and Nicole was fantastic. We will definitely be back!

Eighteen at the Radisson

4.4

4.4 (583)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Covington

About the restaurant

The one and only revolving restaurant in the Cincinnati area. An award winning, upscale casual restaurant for visitors and locals alike, Eighteen at the Radisson is steakhouse offering house cut steaks, delectable meals, outstanding service and breathtaking views, all in an upscale, modern atmosphere atop the eighteenth floor of the Radisson Hotel.
Start out the evening by browsing our full list of fine wines and cocktails before delving into our irresistible menu of mouth-watering entrees that will leave you both full and satisfied. What better way to end the evening than by indulging in one of our irresistible desserts.
Unlike any other river view restaurant in the Cincinnati area, Eighteen at the Radisson offers customers an incredible view of the Cincinnati skyline and the Ohio River that just can’t be beat. Our slow revolving restaurant delights diners with an elegant 360degree view with slow and gentle revolutions that won’t disturb or interfere with the enjoyment of your meal.

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Constance

Dined 1 day ago

My husband and I are from Indianapolis, IN and we came here 8 years ago for our 25th anniversary and the overall experience is still the same EXCELLENT!! Food, Service, and the Atmosphere is impeccable! I will recommend this restaurant if you want that romantic ambience.

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