Best Authentic Restaurants in Northside

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1. Pepp & Dolores

4.9

Exceptional(4020)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Over the Rhine

Booked 116 times today

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.

2. Mama's on Main

4.8

Exceptional(1357)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Covington

Booked 79 times today

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

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3. Al-Posto Italian Ristorante

4.7

Exceptional(610)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Hyde Park

Booked 42 times today

Al-Posto Italian Ristorante is the real deal when it comes to authentic Italian cuisine. As one reviewer put it, it's the place where 'authentic Italian food can transport you back to Italy.' The menu is inspired by Southern Italy and Sicily, and the pasta is made fresh on the premises. Reviewers consistently praise the food, atmosphere, and service, with one even stating that the owner takes pride in his family's recipes. A true Italian experience right in the heart of Cincinnati!

4. Crown Cantina

4.7

Exceptional(809)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Central Business District

Booked 14 times today

Authentic contemporary Mexican cuisine, featuring flavors and dishes from all eight regions of Mexico. Gluten-free kitchen. All natural wine program. Extensive mezcal and tequila list. From scratch kitchen. Craft Cocktails. A Crown Restaurant Group Concept. Located in Downtown Cincinnati.

5. Bakersfield - OTR

4.8

Exceptional(921)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Over the Rhine

Booked 56 times today

Tacos. Tequila. Whiskey. Serving up authentic, Mexican street fare, and a selection of over 100 tequilas and American whiskeys. Bakersfield is a spot where the food is simple, the service is warm and the atmosphere is alive.

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6. Nicholson's Fine Food & Whisk(e)y

4.6

Exceptional(3044)

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Central Business District

Booked 47 times today

Located in downtown Cincinnati across from the Aronoff Center, Nicholson’s is a restaurant and bar serving fine food and drink in a genuine Scottish tavern setting. Taking inspiration from the public houses found throughout Great Britain, our goal is to provide our guests with authentic hospitality and a brilliant dining experience. In addition to high-quality food, we offer a wide variety of beer, wine, and spirits featuring one of the best selections of single malt scotch whiskies in the area. Our family of restaurants has grown in recent years to include two new concepts: Horse & Barrel Bourbon House and the Backstage Event Center located next door from Nicholson's Pub. Horse & Barrel is an award-winning whiskey bar with 100+ whiskeys and bourbons, specialty cocktails, craft beers, small bites and a friendly bourbon-loving staff. The Backstage Event Center is a private event venue hosting rehearsal dinners, weddings, cocktail parties, corporate events and more.

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7. Cafe Mediterranean - Hyde Park

4.9

Exceptional(942)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Hyde Park

Booked 11 times today

At Cafe Mediterranean, we believe in quality and simplicity. We prepare and cook truly authentic Mediterranean food.Not only is Cafe Mediterranean's food healthy, it is food that you will savor with every bite. Food is bursting with flavor and nutrition, made fresh and served fast. Eat in or take out and enjoy.

8. Primavista

4.9

Exceptional(6233)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Cincinnati

Booked 39 times today

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

9. Ché - OTR

4.6

Exceptional(839)

Price: Moderate

• Argentinean • Over the Rhine

Booked 17 times today

Ché Argentine Restaurant is Cincinnati's destination for authentic Argentine dining and drinking, featuring our famous empandas, burgers, shareable appetizers, and more! Located at 1342 Walnut, in the heart of OTR. Open seven days a week with happy hour from 4-6 every day! Half price featured empanadas, $2 off drafts, and $5 glass pours of all our Argentinian wines!

10. Subito

4.6

Exceptional(1163)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Cincinnati

Booked 17 times today

Indulge in Northern Italian Cuisine with an air of European sophistication and influence at Subito. Savor homemade pastas, scratch-made sauces and hand-selected, perfectly seared steaks, finished in our infrared broiler. Along with the freshest seafood, flown in daily from the ports, Subito offers brick oven pizzas, a raw bar and traditional antipasti. Enjoy fine Italian and American wines from the cellar or a libation made by one of the restaurant's talented mixologists. Order up premium hand-crafted cocktails and bourbons, as well as the best of the region's beverages, like negronis, bellinis and our own Lytle Park limoncello. Pair one of these amazing beverages with Chef Helm's selection of shareable plates.

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Perry
Central Kentucky •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Went for my partners birthday and we were given a complimentary glass of champagne for a toast. Food was incredible and ambience was awesome! Service was perfect had no issues!!
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Mama's on MainPrice: Expensive• Italian• Covington
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4.8
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Kat
Virginia •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The carne asada is once of the best steaks I have ever had. The food never disappoints
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Crown CantinaPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Central Business District
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4.7
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Vinayvip
New York City •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We had a great time. The food was excellent - we ordered 4 pastas - one per person and shared. All pastas were delicious. The ambiance was good - I like the expanded space at Pepe & Dolores. The server was very helpful as well.
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Pepp & DoloresPrice: Moderate• Italian• Over the Rhine
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4.9
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Juliannevip
Cincinnati / Dayton •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent service and the food and drinks were delicious!
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Al-Posto Italian RistorantePrice: Moderate• Italian• Hyde Park
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4.7
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Kevinvip
Cincinnati / Dayton •89 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 20, 2024
Great place for a casual meal and drinks! Tacos are innovative, fresh, and you can mix and match. Our server was friendly and efficient. This is a good place to meet friends for a pre-concert dinner if you’re headed to Music Hall!
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Bakersfield - OTRPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Over the Rhine
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4.8

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18 restaurants available nearby

1. Pepp & Dolores

2. Mama's on Main

3. Al-Posto Italian Ristorante

4. Crown Cantina

5. Bakersfield - OTR

6. Nicholson's Fine Food & Whisk(e)y

7. Cafe Mediterranean - Hyde Park

8. Primavista

9. Ché - OTR

10. Subito

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