Baru

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4.5

277 Reviews

$31 to $50

Sushi

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2 people

Dec 11, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Innovative
Great for creative cocktails

An elevated dining experience with an atmosphere to match.
Cincinnati’s prime spot for cocktails and sushi. Lit up in red and purple, Baru’s atmosphere submerges patrons into a nightlife experience awash in Tokyo aesthetics.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Sushi, Izakaya, Japanese
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(513) 246-0150
Website
http://www.barusushi.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Bob Grace

Location
595 Race St, Cincinnati, OH 45202-2347
Neighborhood
Central Business District
Cross street
On the corner of Race & Sixth St
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

New Year's Eve 2025
$100.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 31, 2024 only
Enjoy an unforgettable New Year's Eve Dinner at Baru. Special Prefix menu, $100 Per Person; Amuse Bouche; First Course (choose of) Hamachi Jalapeno, Beef Tataki, or Crispy Brussels; Second Course (choose of) Ebi Crunch, Tuna Fire Crunch, Yasai, or Truffle Crunch; Third Course (choose of) Seared Scallops, Kogi Aged Hanger Steak with Crispy Potatoes and Takatsu Demi, Japanese Vegetable Curry (Crispy Tofu or Chicken Katsu), or Chirashi Don; Fourth Course (choose of) Matcha Tiramisu, Yuzu Citrus Tart, or Coffee Mug Cake with Vanilla Mochi. Want to extend your experience and party with us for New Years? Tickets are available by visiting cincynye2025.eventbrite.com. This is a party you don't want to miss!

What 277 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Cincinnati / Dayton
Innovative
Cincinnati
Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Baru offers an exciting dining experience with inventive sushi and Asian dishes that delight the palate. Guests rave about the "exceptional service" and "delicious food," making it a Cincinnati favorite. Highlights include the Lobster Shot, Brussels sprouts, and corn ribs. The ambiance is modern and vibrant, though noise levels can be high.

277 Reviews

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Pamela
Cincinnati
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
Lobster shots were excellent. Sushi was just ok, nothing special. The rice was great. The salmon and scallop meals were delicious. Drinks were excellent. Food was overpriced for what it is. We liked the ambiance. It wasn’t too loud. The server was terrible. She was rude, bad attitude and terrible service. Don’t think I’ll go back.
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Meghan
Indiana
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and great atmosphere! We did the Maki and Sake Monday deal for half off rolls and Sake and it was such a great deal with high quality food. Service was great as well, we’ll be back!
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Dave
Cincinnati
40 reviews
vip
3.0
40 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Second time we have been to Baru. I was rather disappointed this time. The food was great, the service was super slow. Our waiter was outstanding, just no help from the bar or kitchen. one app came out before we got our first drinks, the second after we got our meal. If it wasn't for Jacob our waiter, the night would have been a disaster.
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michael
Cincinnati
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was great as always. Our server Jacob was terrific. Love Baru and will be back again soon.
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Luke
Cincinnati
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Jacob was great! He was the perfect level of attentive and the food was amazing! Really made for a great birthday dinner! No notes
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Dilay
Las Vegas
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was tasty and fresh. Service was great. Cocktails are very good. Though they were having some ingredients missing we had to chance some of our orders, it was unexpected as it was a Friday night.
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sabrina
Cincinnati
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Every time I go here it’s better than the last. Our server was amazing and our food was delicious! The crispy tuna and lobster shots are incredible. I brought my mother and brother here and they are huge sushi fans, they loved it! Can’t wait to go back.
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Rich
Cincinnati
22 reviews
vip
4.0
22 reviews
Dined on December 3, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The half off Monday made it very fairly priced for the quality. Service was good even though they reported being short staffed
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Ainsley
Cincinnati
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server was so amazing and perfectly tentative! The food is very fresh and the ambience is the best part.
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Allen
Cincinnati
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dining at Baru was an unforgettable experience! From start to finish, everything exceeded our expectations. The ambiance was welcoming and set the tone for a delightful evening. Our server, Jordan, was phenomenal—attentive, friendly, and highly knowledgeable about the menu. Jordan’s communication and suggestions elevated our dining experience, ensuring everything was perfect. The starof the night, however, was the incredible food crafted by Chef Jon and his team. Every dish was a testament to the chef’s skill and creativity. The Baru fried rice was bursting with flavor and cooked to perfection. The lobster and yellowtail sushi was fresh and beautifully presented, while the dynamite roll was an explosion of bold, delicious flavors. The chicken Katsu was crispy, tender, and comforting, while the crispy Brussels were a standout—perfectly seasoned and addictively crunchy. And we can’t forget the lobster toast—a rich, decadent treat that left us craving more. Baru is a must-visit for anyone seeking extraordinary Japanese cuisine. Chef Jon and the team have created a menu that is both innovative and satisfying, and with Jordan’s exceptional service, the experience was flawless. We can’t wait to return.
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FAQs

Baru is rated 4.5 stars by 277 OpenTable diners.

Baru does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.