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Sotto, Cincinnati, OH

Sotto

4.9 (8604)
$50 and over
Italian
118 E. 6th St., Cincinnati, OH 45202

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2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 147 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
  • Charming
Open Limited Hours on Friday, July 4 - 3pm - 8pm.

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.


Now Open for Lunch Service Monday - Friday, 11am - 2pm

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (513) 822-5154
  • Website
    http://sottocincinnati.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Chef de Cuisine: Jacob "Woody" Wood
  • Private party facilities
    Sotto offers private dining spaces for up to 14 guests. To request private party details, please visit http://sottocincinnati.com/private-parties.
  • Location
    118 E. 6th St., Cincinnati, OH 45202
  • Neighborhood
    Central Business District
  • Cross street
    Walnut Street
  • Parking details
    We offer valet parking directly in front of the restaurant beginning at 5pm daily.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 8,604 people are saying

Sotto reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Cincinnati / Dayton

    Best Food

  • Cincinnati / Dayton

    Romantic

  • Cincinnati / Dayton

    Italian

  • Cincinnati / Dayton

    Most Booked

  • Cincinnati

    Best Food

  • Cincinnati

    Romantic

  • Cincinnati

    Italian

  • Cincinnati

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sotto offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing food, amazing service, amazing vibe." Known for its "phenomenal" handmade pastas and "to die for" ricotta donuts, the restaurant delights with a cozy, candlelit atmosphere. The attentive staff ensures a memorable visit, making it a "favorite" for special occasions and everyday dining.
8,604 Reviews

  1. Serhii

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. Thanks you. We'll come back again

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  2. Claire

    Cincinnati / Dayton8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first visit to Sotto. I had been interested for a while so I jumped at the chance to snag an early reservation on July 4th. The atmosphere was relaxed. The food and cocktails were excellent. I went out on a limb by trying something new with the grilled octopus but I was not disappointed. The gnocchi and cappellacci were hearty and satisfying but also unique. I played it safe with dessert and got the ricotta doughnuts that are a crowd favorite. They were light and delicious and paired perfectly with a pistachio martini. It was a great night. Sotto is worth waiting and hunting for a reservation.

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  3. Jim

    Cincinnati / Dayton44 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Sotto continues to be, in my opinion, the best restaurant in Cincinnati. The setting, menu, service, and flavors are second to none. I've been coming here for close to ten years and have never been disappointed. It's probably me but the volume is creeping up a little in intensity but I'd still choose Sotto over any other table.

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  4. Brigette

    Cleveland / Akron / Canton5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Cacio De Pepe was FANTASTIC! We love the dark ambience, because it is so romantic. Impeccable service by staff.

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  5. Cathy

    Cincinnati / Dayton3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We visited for lunch after realizing they are now open for lunch! 12:30 reservation...tables were full with few couples but mostly business folks. Bar area has a number of half round booths and those were filled as well. By 1:30 there were very few folks left. Food was wonderful! The lunch menu is different, and I had the penne in vodka sauce, which i am told isn't offered at dinner. It was quite tasty! Dining partners had a variety of pasta dishes and they were all quite good. The blue oven bread and the goat cheese appetizer were excellent as well. Service is friendly yet professional. A great place for a special lunch!

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  6. Allen VIP

    Cincinnati / Dayton7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food. Service, particularly Paxton C, was outstanding. ONLY partly negative comment I could come up with is that it is REALLY dark in there. Needed flashlights to read menu and to see how great the food really looked.

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  7. lanie VIP

    Central Kentucky8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every dish was excellent and server was knowledgeable and personable and made recommendations. We can't wait to return!

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  8. Kassey VIP

    Cincinnati / Dayton6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had some confusion over our large group table. It was understandable but disappointing to tell a few people last minute they couldn’t join. The GM explained it’s due to kitchen which we understand, but not communicated when booked and put me in a very bad situation with family. A free appetizer or something would have been a nice gesture. Otherwise food as always is amazing. Brennan our waiter was fantastic.

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  9. David VIP

    Cincinnati / Dayton3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sotto consistently delivers a fantastic dining experience. While the food is always excellent, the service truly sets it apart. On this visit, Sarah was our server, and she was simply amazing. Her menu recommendations were spot-on, her service was exceptional, and her outgoing, personable nature made our evening even more enjoyable. My wife and I began with the Goat Cheese antipasti, then shared the Gnocchi alla Romana, Cappellacci, and Breaded Pork Loin, ranking them in that order – the Gnocchi being a definite highlight! We rounded off the meal with the tasty donuts, perfectly complemented by their chocolate, caramel, and pistachio dips. Our drinks, the Italian Stallion and Amore E Guerra, were also very tasty. We are definitely Sotto fans!

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  10. Stacey VIP

    Cincinnati / Dayton27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience! Tried a couple of new dishes and as usual they exceeded expectations!

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Sotto is rated 4.9 stars by 8604 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 147 times today
Google Map for Sotto

118 E. 6th St., Cincinnati, OH 45202

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Walnut Street
  • Neighborhood
    Central Business District
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    We offer valet parking directly in front of the restaurant beginning at 5pm daily.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef de Cuisine: Jacob "Woody" Wood
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://sottocincinnati.com/
  • Phone number
    (513) 822-5154
  • Private party facilities
    Sotto offers private dining spaces for up to 14 guests. To request private party details, please visit http://sottocincinnati.com/private-parties.

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