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1. Sotto
4.9
Exceptional(8006)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Central Business District
Booked 242 times today
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
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2. Losanti
4.7
Exceptional(2588)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Over the Rhine
Booked 49 times today
Located across from Washington Park and steps away from Music Hall, we are proud to be the only Boutique Italian Steakhouse in OTR. As a from-scratch kitchen, we feature steaks butchered by the ounce on a daily basis, oysters on the half shell, fresh pasta made in-house, and a masterfully executed cocktail program. We eagerly await your presence at our table.
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3. Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Cincinnati
4.9
Exceptional(9201)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steak • Central Business District
Booked 159 times today
Jeff Ruby's is a reimagined art deco style steakhouse featuring U.S.D.A Prime Steaks and Fresh Seafood...not to mention our extensive selection of sushi, signature salads, Steakhouse sides, and desserts. Jeff Ruby's is conveniently located across from Fountain Square and is within walking distance of downtown hotels and the convention center. When you demand the very best in dining experiences, choose Jeff Ruby's. Discover the distinction for yourself!
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4. Ghost Baby
4.7
Exceptional(1390)
Price: Expensive
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Over the Rhine
Booked 80 times today
Our Rattle Room welcomes you when joining us 4 floors below Vine street. The Rattle Room does not require reservations and is seated on a first come first serve basis.Reservations are recommended and prioritized for our Den. If you have a reservation, please check in with the host at the front door before waiting in line. Reservations in our Den will be held for 15 minutes and are a total of 2 hours long (Excluding Saturday reservations before 6:30 which are an hour and a half). We do not serve food.Ghost Baby exists to rattle the extraordinary. Our cocktail lounge and music venue claims a 170-year-old space that once served as a lagering tunnel for a brewing company. Come as you are and enjoy an inventive cocktail, a stiff drink, your favorite canned beer, or a glass of our hand-selected wine. Reserve your spot for an intimate, unique performance in the Den or join us in the Rattle Room (front bar) on a walk-in basis.21+ | Dress Code Enforced
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5. The Aperture
4.5
Awesome(153)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • Cincinnati
Booked 25 times today
The Aperture, the first full-scale restaurant project from Chef Jordan Anthony-Brown. The menu reflects the concept of Mediterranean mezze style dining, consisting of many small plates, rustic in nature and reflective of seasonality and creates a natural progression and flow for the dining experience. The Aperture’s menu reflects three fundamental tenets: intention, balance, and focus. The menu - and its individual dishes - are approached with the objective of putting critical thought into every component, eliminating the extraneous, and ensuring a natural flow across the menu. The culinary program is heavily influenced by the cuisine of the broader Mediterranean region and the simple, seasonal cooking of Southern France, Italy, Greece, and the Levant.Our menu changes often and with the seasons. You can always find our current menu on our website www.theaperturecinci.com.
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6. Shires' Rooftop
4.4
Awesome(1661)
Price: Moderate
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Cincinnati
Booked 24 times today
Standing high above the city on the 10th floor of the City Club Apartments, at 309 Vine Street; resurrected from the history that has stood here before our time, Shires' Rooftop is inspired by the first amusement resort in this part of the country, Shires' Garden. Though the original Shires' Gardens burned to the ground, "in a most picturesque fire," the legacy that was left behind is everlasting and an integral part of the Queen City's history. The creation of the Matinee Performance, the regal guests Shires' hosted, an unsolved murder and other noteworthy events that took place at the original Shires' Gardens, are an inspiration to our program that we look forward to sharing with you.
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7. The Precinct
4.8
Exceptional(9222)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steak • Hyde Park
Booked 151 times today
For Jeff Ruby, this is the steakhouse that started it all. In 1981, The Precinct was born in the former Cincinnati Police Patrol House Number 6. This turn-of-the-century, Romanesque-style structure would hold what is now the longest, continuously running fine dining restaurant in the city.Recently named one of America's Top 10 Steakhouses by USA Today and Gayot.com, The Precinct is frequently recognized as having Cincinnati’s best steaks, seafood, and service. This consistent, high level of quality and overall guest experience over 4 decades has endeared Precinct to celebrities, business people, families, and loyal diners alike. The Precinct also offers a quaint outdoor patio area where guests may dine.
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8. Via Vite
4.7
Exceptional(5282)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Central Business District
Booked 55 times today
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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9. Mama's on Main
4.8
Exceptional(1411)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Covington
Booked 109 times today
Mama's on MainOffering authentic northern and southern Italian fare, including house-made pastas
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10. BOCA
4.9
Exceptional(6030)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary European • Central Business District
Booked 59 times today
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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  • Thomas
    Indiana •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    My wife and I have never had better pasta than here at Sotto. We would for sure come back next time we are in Cincy. From the beef short rib pasta, goat cheese app, the the dessert it was beyond amazing. Must try if you can make it while visiting Cincy!
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    SottoPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Central Business District
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    4.9
  • MichaelVIP
    Cincinnati / Dayton •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    The food was great, and the atmosphere was very nice. The server took good care of us. We originally had bar seating and they were able to move us to the dining area where it’s not as loud. We had a great time.
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    Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - CincinnatiPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Central Business District
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    4.9
  • Lauren
    Cincinnati / Dayton •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Third time within the past year of being there and every experience has been wonderful. Tonight was for my son's birthday as his request from being there last month. Thank you for the donuts as well, that was a great touch.
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    Via VitePrice: Expensive• Italian• Central Business District
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    4.7
  • Gilbert
    Cincinnati / Dayton •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Wonderful anniversary dinner location! Could come here for Marsala mushrooms alone. However the Burrata, house salad, ribeye, and charred onion mashed potatoes were excellent! And the butter cake for dessert…just WOW. One of us didn’t have room for dessert but once they tried it …well let’s just say I had a lot of help eating it! Thank you Losanti! Our experiences eating out on January 1 have typically not been good as the chef is rarely on site the day after New Year’s Eve but you folks were perfect!! We will be back…often!
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    LosantiPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Over the Rhine
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    4.7
  • MichelleVIP
    Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 27, 2024
    Such a beautiful and unique venue and bar/lounge night out. It’s such a vibe, and the drinks were great. We sat on the reservation side with music and will definitely be back
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    Ghost BabyPrice: Expensive• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Over the Rhine
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    4.7

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