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Diners' Choice: Italian restaurants in Cincinnati / Dayton

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Updated September 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Italian cuisine in Cincinnati / Dayton? 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!

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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 6 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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Grilled Lamb Chops

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Short Rib Ravioli

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Chocolate Moda Antica Cake

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4.9

4.9 (1271)

$31 to $50

Italian

Covington

About the restaurant

Mama's on Main
Offering authentic northern and southern Italian fare, including house-made pastas

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Sarah

Dined 4 days ago

Such a delicious meal and kinda service from Amber. The acoustics are not awesome, but it is an older building so to be expected. Highly recommend and look forward to going back!

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Ricotta Gnocchi

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Chicken Parmesan

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4.9

4.9 (7617)

$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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Alex

Dined 3 days ago

I could not have been happier with my early evening dinner. Everyone was so attentive and friendly they made sure we had everything we could want. They prepared a wonderful vegan dish for us and made excellent recommendations. We will be going again

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4.9

4.9 (3842)

$30 and under

Italian

Over the Rhine

About the restaurant

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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kevin

Dined 2 days ago

Ignore prior reviews . Swiss chard and sausage is one of the best things I have consumed in my life!

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Housemade Ricotta

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Rosie's Italian Kitchen

4.8

4.8 (911)

$30 and under

Italian

Central Business District

About the restaurant

Welcome to Rosie's Italian!
Bringing traditional East Coast Italian to Cincinnati!
Specializing in house made pasta, hand-tossed pizza, as well as craft spritzes and cocktails, Rosie's Italian offers a slice of traditional, family-oriented Italian cooking with elevated care and attentiveness.

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AuntRia

Dined 1 day ago

Excellent food and service! Liked the ambiance…the bar looked neat too We would be back. The vodka pasta with meatballs was excellent.

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Caruso's Ristorante & Bar

4.7

4.7 (1069)

$31 to $50

Italian

Springdale

About the restaurant

Caruso’s is a rebirth of a restaurant that was created by Rakan Shteiwi in the 1979. Many of the original Spinning Fork recipes came from the original Caruso’s which was located in downtown Cincinnati. We look to merge classic and modern flavors inspired by traditional Italian and American Italian cuisines.

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Debbie

Dined on Sep 3, 2024

Incredible food, service and attentive waiter. We celebrated our 5th Anniversary and everything was just AMAZING!

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4.8

4.8 (6138)

$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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CharleneC

Dined 4 days ago

Ask for Alexander. He’s the best!!! One of the best dining experiences I’ve had in a long time. Huge thank you to the Entire Primavista family. We will be back😃

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Spaghetti and Veal Meatballs

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Chicken "Formaggio"

A photo of Via Vite restaurant

4.7

4.7 (5170)

$30 and under

Italian

Central Business District

About the restaurant

Via Vite is a modern Italian restaurant located in the heart of downtown Cincinnati on Fountain Square with the largest outdoor dining space in the city center . Our menu features Chef Cristian Pietoso's creative Italian cuisine using the best local and imported ingredients available. We have private rooms available for all size groups and types of events.

*On New Year's Eve and Valentines day we only offer a pre-fix menu

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JamesMvip

Dined 7 days ago

We were a large group (eight people) and received excellent service and well prepared, delicious meals. The staff was attentive and observant. It is always impressive when well trained, professional wait staff not only meet your needs but go out of their way to anticipate them. Excellent food and great service made for a thoroughly enjoyable evening.

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Tagliatelle Bolognese

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Mama's Eggplant Parmigiana

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Buca di Beppo - Cincinnati

4.4

4.4 (1417)

$30 and under

Italian

Norwood

About the restaurant

If you are looking for an Italian Restaurant in Cincinnati, OH then come to Buca. Our Italian Restaurant serves Authentic Family Style Italian Food. Located in Rookwood Commons surrounded by a ton of great shops and attractions, your Cincinnati, OH Buca di Beppo is the place to go for great food and stellar service.

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kathleenvip

Dined 7 days ago

Always a pleasure seeing Ashley as our server 👍. Great food served HOT !

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Al-Posto Italian Ristorante

4.7

4.7 (550)

$30 and under

Italian

Hyde Park

About the restaurant

Al-Posto is a full-service Italian restaurant & wine bar with outdoor patio dining located in Hyde Park Square.
The menu is Southern Italian Inspired cuisine with hand made pasta & Sommelier selected wines.
The meaning of Al-Posto is “at the spot” where guests meet their friends and family “at the spot”.
Can't wait to see you at the spot!

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bethvip

Dined 5 days ago

Fabulous food and friendly staff - love the atmosphere and ambiance. One of my favorite places in town. Always a great dinning experience.

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