National Exemplar
4.8
1906 Reviews
$30 and under
American
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2 people
Mar 13, 2025
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- Charming
- Neighborhood gem
- Good for special occasions
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Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Price$30 and under
- CuisinesAmerican
- Hours of operationBreakfast/Lunch Daily 7:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
- Phone number(513) 271-2103
- Payment optionsAMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Executive chefEd P.
- CateringFull-service menus available upon request. The National Exemplar is part of The Phoenix Restaurant Group which is a full-service restaurant management company located in Cincinnati, OH. Specializing in full-service restaurant dining, catering, banquets, special events and rehearsal dinners.
- Private party facilitiesWe offer two Private Dining Rooms, The Chess Room and The Tudor Room, that can accommodate from 12 to 40 guests depending on the function and floor plan.
- NeighborhoodMariemont
- Cross streetPlainville Road
- Parking detailsExit I-71 at Red Bank Road, follow Red Bank Road to 50 East, take 50 East (Wooster Pike) to 6880 Wooster Pike, on the circle in Mariemont (inside the Mariemont Inn).
- EntertainmentLive music in Southerby's Pub every Thursday evening 6:00-9:00.
- AdditionalBanquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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4.8
- 4.7Food
- 4.7Service
- 4.7Ambience
- 4.6Value
Noise • Moderate
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Cincinnati / Dayton
American
Cincinnati
Neighborhood gem
Cincinnati
American
Review summary
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National Exemplar delights with its "rich and hearty" mushroom soup and "amazing" scallops. Guests praise its "attentive service" and "cozy atmosphere," making it perfect for any occasion. With "reasonable prices" and a diverse menu, it's a "Cincinnati treasure" that ensures a memorable dining experience.
1,906 Reviews
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Dean VIP
Chicago5 reviews
5.0Dined 4 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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Stephanie VIP
Cincinnati25 reviews
5.0Dined on March 5, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Michael
St. Louis5 reviews
5.0Dined on February 28, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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John VIP
Cincinnati30 reviews
3.0Dined on February 28, 2025
- Overall 3
- Food 3
- Service 4
- Ambience 4
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Bill VIP
Cincinnati3 reviews
5.0Dined on February 23, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 4
- Ambience 4
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Frank
Cincinnati272 reviews
5.0Dined on February 22, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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Jamie
Cincinnati2 reviews
5.0Dined on February 20, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 3
- Ambience 5
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Lisha VIP
Cincinnati82 reviews
5.0Dined on February 19, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Amy
Cincinnati5 reviews
5.0Dined on February 17, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Rosemary
Cincinnati4 reviews
4.0Dined on February 16, 2025
- Overall 4
- Food 4
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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FAQs
National Exemplar does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. National Exemplar also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (513) 271-2103.
National Exemplar is rated 4.8 stars by 1906 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
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6880 Wooster Pike, Cincinnati, OH 45227
Additional information
- Cross streetPlainville Road
- NeighborhoodMariemont
- Hours of operationBreakfast/Lunch Daily 7:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
- Price$30 and under
- CuisinesAmerican
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Parking detailsExit I-71 at Red Bank Road, follow Red Bank Road to 50 East, take 50 East (Wooster Pike) to 6880 Wooster Pike, on the circle in Mariemont (inside the Mariemont Inn).
- Payment optionsAMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Executive chefEd P.
- EntertainmentLive music in Southerby's Pub every Thursday evening 6:00-9:00.
- AdditionalBanquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Phone number(513) 271-2103
- CateringFull-service menus available upon request. The National Exemplar is part of The Phoenix Restaurant Group which is a full-service restaurant management company located in Cincinnati, OH. Specializing in full-service restaurant dining, catering, banquets, special events and rehearsal dinners.
- Private party facilitiesWe offer two Private Dining Rooms, The Chess Room and The Tudor Room, that can accommodate from 12 to 40 guests depending on the function and floor plan.