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Alara, Cincinnati, OH

Alara

4.6
4.6
396 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary American

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for groups
A contemporary American restaurant located at Madison Square in Madisonville. Alara invites you to an immersive fine dining experience that encourages exploring, sharing, and tasting your way through innovative dishes that are expertly prepared and exquisitely presented. Featuring a seasonal menu emphasizing prime meats and seafood, the culinary team utilizes luxury ingredients to create fun and approachable dishes for every diner. With an open kitchen that fosters a social atmosphere, Alara strips away the conventional formalities of fine dining while focusing on high-quality food and next-level hospitality in a lively yet elegant setting.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (513) 272-5315
  • Website
    http://alaracincinnati.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Our private spaces are ideal settings for business events or celebratory gatherings. Our team will guide you through menu planning and meticulously manage every detail, ensuring a seamless event and a top-notch dining experience for you and your guests. There are three rooms, and seating options range from 10 to 28 people.
  • Location
    5410 Medpace Way, Cincinnati, OH 45227
  • Neighborhood
    Oakley
  • Cross street
    Madison Road and Red Bank Rd.
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Wine

Menu

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What 396 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Cincinnati / Dayton

    Contemporary American

  • Cincinnati

    Innovative

  • Cincinnati

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Alara offers a culinary delight with "exquisite dishes" and an "elegant" ambiance. Guests praise the "impeccable" service and a menu that caters to diverse dietary needs, including gluten-free options. The seasonal menu, vibrant atmosphere, and attentive staff make it a must-visit for food enthusiasts and special occasions.
396 Reviews

  1. Alexis

    Cincinnati9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Truly a wonderful experience. Alexis was fantastic and had the best recommendations, and everything was perfect.

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  2. lisa VIP

    Cincinnati117 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Alexis did a wonderful job explaining our dining options.. this really enhanced our dining experience .. loved our meal despite our Open Table dining rewards rejection.. we will be back!!

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  3. love2eatout VIP

    Cincinnati41 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another delicious dining experience at Alara! We learned from our exceptional server, Christine, that the menu will change in about 2 weeks. She walked us through what would be changing or leaving so that we might have a last chance to enjoy some of our favorites, like the squash hummus and the roasted beet salad, which we did. We love that Alara’s menu is seasonal and fresh so that we can enjoy different dishes in the spring.

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  4. Bob VIP

    Cincinnati19 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything about the experience at Alara was very good if not exceptional. We got the carpaccio, which I loved although my wife was less enthused about that. For entrees, she got the shrimp tagliatelle and I got the chicken Milanese, the latter of which was fantastic. Since it was the two of us we got full and the size of the plates is considerable. I could imagine this being quite fun with a big group and more sharing of dishes going on. As I said, food was amazing, service and staff were exceptionally friendly and we will definitely be back.

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  5. Lisa

    Cincinnati60 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Virgil was absolutely awesome. Soon as we sat down he offered us drinks. Overall super professional and great person.

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  6. Aissata

    Cincinnati1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Alara is one of my favorite restaurants. I had a great night with the best server I could ask for—an amazing experience overall!

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  7. Christopher VIP

    Cincinnati31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great meal with friends. Wonderful items to share. Creative and delicious menu

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  8. Alan

    Cincinnati5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Literally everything was great! Not crowded and easy to hear the person I was was. The service was perfect, not overbearing but attentive. Beautiful environment that was elegant, modern and warm. The food from start to finish and they were very attentive to our tables dietary needs (Gluten and Mushroom allergy). On that note they have many items which are gluten free naturally and they have substitutions for nearly everything to make it gluten free. Also, portions are such you ca. easily share and it was even suggest as a suggestion and popular way to have the dinner Definitely would return!

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  9. TAjuan VIP

    Cincinnati2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Virgil was the best. He took our experience over the top with his great personality and knowledge of the menu.

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  10. René

    Cincinnati4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Unforgettable experience. Food, service and ambiance top notch. We had some special requests and they went above and beyond to accomidate us.

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FAQs

Alara is rated 4.6 stars by 396 OpenTable diners.

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Booked 12 times today
Google Map for Alara

5410 Medpace Way, Cincinnati, OH 45227

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Madison Road and Red Bank Rd.
  • Neighborhood
    Oakley
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Wine
  • Website
    http://alaracincinnati.com/
  • Phone number
    (513) 272-5315
  • Private party facilities
    Our private spaces are ideal settings for business events or celebratory gatherings. Our team will guide you through menu planning and meticulously manage every detail, ensuring a seamless event and a top-notch dining experience for you and your guests. There are three rooms, and seating options range from 10 to 28 people.
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