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Zula Bistro & Wine Bar

4.7
4.7
2264 Reviews
$31 to $50
Tapas / Small Plates
Zula Bistro and Wine Bar in historic Over The Rhine is a tapas style restaurant and wine bar. The menu features variety of mussel dishes, cold and hot tapas, and seasonal entrees. The flavor profile concentrates on the countries surrounding the Mediterranean sea. Zula specializes in craft beers and an extensive wine list with large offering of wines by the glass.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Tapas / Small Plates, Mediterranean, Seafood

  • Hours of operation

    Tuesday-Thursday 5:00 pm - 1:00 am Dinner 5:00 pm - 1:00 am Flat Bread & Desserts until 11:00 pm Friday & Saturday 4:00 pm - 1:30 am Bar Open 4:00 pm Dinner 5:00 pm - 1:30 am Flat Bread & Desserts until Midnight (Closed Sunday & Monday)

  • Phone number

    (513) 744-9852

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive chef

    Tsvika " Vik " Silberberg

  • Private party facilities

    We offer cocktail party menus.Tapas style flight menus.Classic three course menus.Customized menus.On Sundays and/or Mondays, we offer private events up to 150 guests. Tue-Sat we offer private parties up to 100 guests.

  • Private party contact

    Vik Silberberg: (513) 744-9852

  • Neighborhood

    Over the Rhine

  • Cross street

    14th Street

  • Parking details

    Parking is available on the street as well as in the Washington Park public garage across the street from Zula.

  • Public transit

    Street car stops half a block away.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

What 2,264 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

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  1. MtnBound

    Cincinnati

    13 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    BLINK- made reservations 2 months ago but since then Zula has permanently closed. We had to make new reservations for the night. Too bad, I really loved Zula
  2. KathyT

    Orlando

    4 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    The restaurant is closed. People walking by said it suddenly closed the first of September with no notice. We had a wonderful dinner at Salazar. Just around the corner
  3. Vinoluvr

    Cincinnati

    105 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    105 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    It was dead, closed
  4. MirG

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    vip
    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 16, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Zulu is out of business. We received no notice. We showed up at the restaurant and the doors were locked. A passerby said they closed. Very disappointing that no management notified customers with reservations.
  5. OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 6, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Birthday dinner Reservations made Confirming email day before Arrived to find they had permanently closed for business the day of our reservation Way to ruin my wife’s birthday!!!
  6. MaryC

    Detroit

    31 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2022

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    Service is an issue here. Very slow and unresponsive. Food is good but you have to almost wait on yourself
  7. Mike

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good food, good portions... tapas, great service and friendly atmosphere.
  8. MarkB

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 3, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Excellent eclectic food Room was loud and hot near the ovens
  9. NaplesPrincess

    Cincinnati

    55 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    55 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Vik and his staff always do a fabulous job. Our server prodded me to try a different type of mussels rather than my favorite and she was spot on. We’ll be back!
  10. cctsourakis

    Tampa

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I go here every chance I get and I try a new offering from the mussel bar every time! Last night’s choice?! Their Spanish version. Unbelievable. Everyone who works here is professional, hospitable and genuine. The prices are very reasonable. The food is delicious. I love this restaurant. You will too.
  11. Rozste

    Cincinnati

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great!
  12. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Friendly staff and all of the suggestions were on point! Love a dining experience where the experts can be in charge and you never walk out disappointed!
  13. Brigette

    Phoenix

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious and the service was excellent
  14. Simba

    Cincinnati

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was amazing! Definitely get the muscles. Patrick is a great server!
  15. jasonk

    Cincinnati

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service and food was outstanding. From the manager at the front desk, who also was touching tables, to our server, to the flavors and presentation of the food, it was all really, really well done. We can't wait to go back!
  16. RenattaN

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went with my family to Zula on my birthday and was treated to a veritable feast. We are almost everything on the menu and walked away satiated and pleased with the experience. I highly recommend Zula for any and every occasion.
  17. DavidH

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Small plates menu that is wide-ranging and delicious. Service was attentive and friendly. Please note that tables are close together. We enjoyed conversing with our neighbors but folks that are worried about Covid may be put off.
  18. JenniferN

    Cincinnati

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on August 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent meal.
  19. ForTheLoveOfFood2013

    Cincinnati

    35 reviews

    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2022

    overall5food5service3ambience4
    We love celebrating at Zula. The mussels are perfect!
  20. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Deconstructed moussaka was amazing! Everything was great, but that was so good. Fantastic service!
  21. NickiV

    Cincinnati

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved everything, the food, the service and the ambiance!
  22. Misssue

    Cleveland

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Delicious very creative food , super friendly and efficient service , cool decor, many seating options. We sat at bar height window seats , enjoying seared salmon olives eggplant fries and roasted cauliflower and Albariño wine. Can’t wait to return !
  23. JulesB

    Cincinnati

    57 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    57 reviews

    Dined on August 6, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    I have been coming to Zula for many years.. love the vibe and menu-although would be nice to see some new things on the menu. Had our tried & true menu: eggplant fries,tuna tartare, beef carpaccio and margarita flatbread. All was pretty good except the Carpaccio wasn’t great-very salty & we left most of it. Little disappointed the margarita flatbread didn’t have fresh tomatoes 🍅-it IS tomato season after all! I want to mention that we did have wonderful, friendly service from our waitress and enjoyed the “flatbread maker” as we sat overlooking the pizza oven. I also appreciate that you can get a reservation here on OpenTable even on FC CINCI game nights (which this was). Many other local spots won’t take reservations on game days-which is annoying.
  24. HowardS

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 6, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    FC Cincinnati Soccer Match
  25. FritzG

    Cincinnati

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always perfect and a great prices. Food is always the perfect temp and executed well. Right out of the oven, or chilled when needed. Atmoshpere is quite hip and fun.
  26. AllisonM

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Mussels were amazing, the server was very attentive and the food was out to our table quick!
  27. KatieT

    Cincinnati

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Incredible. The dummies next to us were talking about doing butt stuff in a movie they shot or something but we were already wined and dined and on our way out. Also, the dummies weren't the restaurants fault. Best food I've had in a long time in cincy. Knowledgeable staff, approachable menu, reasonable portions.
  28. SusanL

    Cincinnati

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    I really enjoyed my night at Zula’s! The food was fantastic and the atmosphere pleasant.
  29. Jlee

    Cincinnati

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on July 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Mussels and more delicious food.Great location for dining close to music venues and Washington Park.
  30. Mieke

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    wonderful selection of 'small plates', great flat breads. don't forget the desserts though!
  31. Mmmmf

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very nice experience, waiter was great, wine and food delicious! Hostess didn't wish us well as we were leaving which we thought was odd but no big deal.
  32. Diva45230

    Cincinnati

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food is outstanding! We both had mussels, 2 different varieties, both great, as was the beet salad
  33. OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely have an amazing experience each time we go. Love Zula!
  34. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service and food was delicious!
  35. PamG

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food, service, & atmosphere. Kelsey was great server. The hostess is very personable & accommodating.
  36. BrianF

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    First time at Zula for me, second for my wife. Well staffed with attentive people. Our server, Sam, was knowledgeable and gave great suggestions. The funghi mussels were fabulous and comforting. Definitely get the bread!
  37. GregF

    Toledo

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 19, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The food was amazing. The restaurant has a very good ambiance. The only comment I have is that we felt a bit rushed. I wish they time the service so we don’t have a lot of dishes at the same time
  38. OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The chicken schwarma was delicious. And the New Orleans mussels were excellent as always.
  39. Sydney

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We LOVE Zula. So sad to see them leave - they have the best wine and mussels. Kudos to a wonderfully successful restaurant!
  40. PhyllisJ

    Cincinnati

    120 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    120 reviews

    Dined on July 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful as always!!!

FAQs

Zula Bistro & Wine Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 2264 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Google Map for Zula Bistro & Wine Bar

1400 Race St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Additional information

  • Cross street

    14th Street

  • Neighborhood

    Over the Rhine

  • Hours of operation

    Tuesday-Thursday 5:00 pm - 1:00 am Dinner 5:00 pm - 1:00 am Flat Bread & Desserts until 11:00 pm Friday & Saturday 4:00 pm - 1:30 am Bar Open 4:00 pm Dinner 5:00 pm - 1:30 am Flat Bread & Desserts until Midnight (Closed Sunday & Monday)

  • Cuisines

    Tapas / Small Plates, Mediterranean, Seafood

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking details

    Parking is available on the street as well as in the Washington Park public garage across the street from Zula.

  • Public transit

    Street car stops half a block away.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Tsvika " Vik " Silberberg

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (513) 744-9852

  • Private party facilities

    We offer cocktail party menus.Tapas style flight menus.Classic three course menus.Customized menus.On Sundays and/or Mondays, we offer private events up to 150 guests. Tue-Sat we offer private parties up to 100 guests.

  • Private party contact

    Vik Silberberg: (513) 744-9852

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