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Via Vite, Cincinnati, OH

Via Vite

4.7
4.7
5335 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 36 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
  • Good for groups
Via Vite: A Taste of Italy in the Heart of Cincinnati Located on Fountain Square, Via Vite offers a contemporary Italian dining experience that delights the senses and transports you to Italy. Chef Cristian Pietoso's passion for Italian cuisine is evident in every dish. From handmade pasta to wood-fired pizzas, each bite showcases the quality and freshness of the ingredients. The diverse menu features classic dishes like Mama's Eggplant Parmigiana and innovative options such as "Lumache alla Vodka." Don't miss the signature Tagliatelle Bolognese, a traditional meat sauce that will leave you craving more. With a modern and elegant ambiance, the restaurant is ideal for a romantic evening or a fun night out with friends. Enjoy live music every night and soak in the vibrant energy of Fountain Square. The friendly and attentive staff at Via Vite are dedicated to ensuring a memorable dining experience, ready to help you choose the perfect dish to satisfy your cravings.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Fri 7:00 am–10:00 am Mon, Fri 8:00 pm–12:00 am Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun 6:00 pm–2:00 am Wed 7:00 am–7:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (513) 721-8483
  • Website
    http://www.viaviterestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Cristian Pietoso
  • Catering
    For catering for events of all types and sizes contact Events Manager Daniel Dicks at 513-721-8480 or events@viaviterestaurant.com
  • Private party facilities
    Via Vite has 3 private dining rooms on the second floor which seat 8-62 guests, and offer great views of Fountain Square. There is also covered /heated outdoor space available for private events and a beautiful terrace overlooking the city center
  • Private party contact
    Daniel Dicks: (513) 721-8480
  • Location
    520 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
  • Neighborhood
    Central Business District
  • Cross street
    On Fountain Square, Fifth & Vine Streets
  • Parking details
    Fountain Square Parking Garage with entrances between 5th and 6th Streets from both Walnut and Vine Streets. Fountain Square exit provides elevator access that exits right in front of our building.
  • Public transit
    Walking Distance from Government Square Bus Station on 5th Street and Cincinnati Bell Street Car Stop on Walnut and 5th Street.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan

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Experiences

  • Mother's Day Brunch at Via Vite 2025

    $25.00 - $55.00 per person

    Prepaid

    May 11, 2025 only
    Via Vite Restaurant has a tradition that is Brunch on Mother's Day Sunday. You will enjoy a Buffet that includes: Freshly baked pastries, caesar salad house made dressing and croutons, shrimp cocktail tower, fresh fruit salad, scrambled eggs, butchers cut bacon, roasted potatoes, penne bolognese, hand made crispy gnocchi with four cheese fondue & black truffle, french toast with berries compote and real maple syrup, Italian sausage and bean ragout, shrimp and grits. CARVING STATION : Roasted strip steak, smoked salmon with fresh herb dressing DESSERT: Tiramisu , vanilla risotto w/honey and pistachio, fresh fruit. Adults (12 and Over) $55 per person; Children (11 and under) $25 per person. Reservations for 2-5 Guests have a reserved dining time of 1 hour 30 minutes. Reservations for 6+ have a reserved dining time of 1 hour 45 minutes. This is a prepaid experience. We require minimum 7-day notice for cancellations without penalty. Any reservation, cancelled for any reason, less than 7 days in advance will be nonrefundable. Cancellations can be made at info@viaviterestaurant.com

  • Easter Brunch at Via Vite 2025

    $25.00 - $55.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Apr 20, 2025 only
    Join Via Vite for our annual Easter Sunday Brunch Buffet! You will enjoy a Buffet that includes: Freshly baked pastries, caesar salad house made dressing and croutons, shrimp cocktail tower, fresh fruit salad, scrambled eggs, butchers cut bacon, roasted potatoes, penne bolognese, hand made crispy gnocchi with four cheese fondue & black truffle, french toast with berries compote and real maple syrup, Italian sausage and bean ragout, shrimp and grits. CARVING STATION : Roasted strip steak, smoked salmon with fresh herb dressing DESSERT: Tiramisu , vanilla risotto w/honey and pistachio, fresh fruit. Adults (12 and Over) $55 per person; Children (11 and under) $25 per person. Reservations for 2-5 Guests have a reserved dining time of 1 hour 30 minutes. Reservations for 6+ have a reserved dining time of 1 hour 45 minutes. This is a prepaid experience. We require minimum 7-day notice for cancellations without penalty. Any reservation, cancelled for any reason, less than 7 days in advance will be nonrefundable. Cancellations can be made at info@viaviterestaurant.com

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What 5,335 people are saying

Via Vite reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Cincinnati / Dayton

    Italian

  • Cincinnati

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Via Vite offers an exceptional dining experience with "fantastic service" and "amazing food." Guests rave about the "authentic Italian cuisine," especially the "superb gnocchi" and "incredible lasagna." The restaurant's location on Fountain Square adds to its charm, making it a "must-visit" for special occasions and casual dinners alike.

5,335 Reviews

  1. Lin VIP

    Cincinnati377 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great. Service by Sara was outstanding. Nice too have a white table cloth, ,very comfortable seats, and a reasonably quiet environment.
    Via ViteResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted that you enjoyed the food and that Sara’s outstanding service made your experience even better. It’s great to hear that you appreciated the white tablecloth setting, comfortable seating, and peaceful atmosphere—we strive to create a dining experience that’s both elegant and relaxing. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  2. Holly VIP

    Cincinnati29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of our absolute favs! Sarah provided excellent service! Food and atmosphere are perfect!
    Via ViteResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to be one of your favorites and so happy to hear that Sarah provided excellent service. We’ll be sure to share your compliments with her! It means the world to us that you enjoyed the food and atmosphere, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another wonderful experience. See you again soon!

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  3. CuisineEnthusiast

    Cincinnati2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Truly enjoyed our experience. Staff went above and beyond to ensure we enjoyed the evening.
    Via ViteResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for your kind review! We hope to serve you again soon and we are happy to know that you had a great experience with us!

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  4. LanaL VIP

    Cincinnati8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great restaurant in a great location! I highly recommend
    Via ViteResponded on March 4, 2025
    Hi, Lana! Thank you for your kind words and recommendation! We're so glad you enjoyed Via Vite and its location. We look forward to welcoming you back for another great experience soon!

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  5. James

    Cincinnati31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We gathered to celebrate three birthdays. David, our server, was amazing. He made great suggestions to our vegetarian friends and walked the rest of us through the whole menu. Food as always was awesome but the crew made it a special evening!!
    Via ViteResponded on March 3, 2025
    Thank you for choosing Via Vite to celebrate such a special occasion! We're delighted to hear that David took great care of you and your friends, ensuring everyone had a fantastic experience. It means a lot to know our team helped make your evening memorable. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to celebrating with you again in the future!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, service, and atmosphere! Highly recommend!
    Via ViteResponded on March 3, 2025
    Thank you so much for your kind words and recommendation! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food, service, and atmosphere. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  7. Miranda

    Cincinnati7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    First time at Via Vite and won't be our last. Convenient location for a pre-show dinner. Pastas all hand-made, you can even watch them making some near the entrance. Food overall was really good and look forward to trying some of their other dishes during a future visit.
    Via ViteResponded on March 3, 2025
    Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your first visit to Via Vite and that our handmade pastas and convenient location made for a great pre-show dinner. We love showcasing our pasta-making process, and we're glad you got to experience it! We look forward to welcoming you back soon so you can try more of our dishes. See you next time!

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  8. Mary Kay VIP

    Cincinnati18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beth was excellent! So was the food. Bruschetta Burrata was delish. All the entrees were outstanding. Wonderful evening.
    Via ViteResponded on March 1, 2025
    Hi, Mary Kay!Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that Beth provided excellent service and that you enjoyed the bruschetta and your entrees. It’s always our goal to create a memorable dining experience, and we're so glad you had a wonderful evening with us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  9. Candyse VIP

    Cincinnati55 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Friday night lasagna did NOT disappoint!!!! Truly the entire menu is fantastic! And the restaurant is beautiful with impeccable service .
    Via ViteResponded on March 1, 2025
    Hi, Candyse! Thank you for your fantastic review! We're so glad to hear that you loved our Friday night lasagna and enjoyed the rest of the menu as well. It means a lot to us that you appreciated the ambiance and service—we strive to make every visit special. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon for another

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  10. Jamie

    St. Louis28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server, Sara, was exceptional! She was accommodating, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu when we had questions. The atmosphere of the restaurant was perfect. The presentation, flavor, and portion sizes of the food were outstanding. I celebrated my birthday at Via Vite, and it was indeed the ideal choice.
    Via ViteResponded on March 1, 2025
    Hi, Jamie! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that Sara provided you with exceptional service and that you enjoyed the atmosphere, food, and overall experience at Via Vite. It’s an honor to have been part of your birthday celebration, and we’re delighted that it was the perfect choice for your special day. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back again soon for another memorable dining experience!

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Via Vite is rated 4.7 stars by 5335 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 36 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Via Vite

520 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    On Fountain Square, Fifth & Vine Streets
  • Neighborhood
    Central Business District
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Fri 7:00 am–10:00 am Mon, Fri 8:00 pm–12:00 am Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun 6:00 pm–2:00 am Wed 7:00 am–7:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Fountain Square Parking Garage with entrances between 5th and 6th Streets from both Walnut and Vine Streets. Fountain Square exit provides elevator access that exits right in front of our building.
  • Public transit
    Walking Distance from Government Square Bus Station on 5th Street and Cincinnati Bell Street Car Stop on Walnut and 5th Street.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Cristian Pietoso
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
  • Website
    http://www.viaviterestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (513) 721-8483
  • Catering
    For catering for events of all types and sizes contact Events Manager Daniel Dicks at 513-721-8480 or events@viaviterestaurant.com
  • Private party facilities
    Via Vite has 3 private dining rooms on the second floor which seat 8-62 guests, and offer great views of Fountain Square. There is also covered /heated outdoor space available for private events and a beautiful terrace overlooking the city center
  • Private party contact
    Daniel Dicks: (513) 721-8480

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