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Via Vite, Cincinnati, OH

Via Vite

4.6
4.6
5379 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
520 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 43 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
  • Great for fine wines
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.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • 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
    Our variety of private dining spaces are perfect for any occasion, from birthdays and rehearsal dinners to graduations, business dinners, and everything in between. Our knowledgeable team will work closely with you to ensure an unforgettable experience from start to finish!
  • Private party contact
    Daniel Dicks: (513) 721-8480
  • Delivery & takeout
  • 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
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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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

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What 5,379 people are saying

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

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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Cincinnati / Dayton

    Italian

  • Cincinnati

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Via Vite offers a "fantastic experience" with "excellent food and service." The Italian menu is praised for its variety, "reliably good" dishes, and standout items like gnocchi and lasagna. The atmosphere is "gorgeous," perfect for pre-theater dining. Service is often highlighted as "exceptional," making it a "must-try" in Cincinnati.
5,379 Reviews
  1. John

    Cincinnati22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Maccheroni Duck Sugo was OUTSTANDING! The Mama's Eggplant was SUPERB! Crispy Gnocchi was AWESOME! The Spritz drinks needed a little more pop to them. I think maybe the mix was a little off. Service and Wait Staff were GREAT!

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  2. Jess

    Cincinnati1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Simple buffet options & consistent service- the most frustrating part was patrons who would knock over spoons, lids or extra portions onto the floor! Not a single note for the staff to improve. Thank yall!
    Via ViteResponded 4 days ago
    Hi, Jess! Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you enjoyed the buffet options and consistent service. Thank you so much for your kind words. We hope to welcome you back again soon!

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  3. Richard

    Cincinnati2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great. Service was food. Food was incredible
    Via ViteResponded 4 days ago
    Hi, Richard! Thank you so much! We're thrilled to hear everything was great and that you enjoyed the food and service. We can’t wait to have you back for another incredible experience!

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  4. Barry

    Indiana2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Easter brunch on the terrace- it was perfect! Food delicious. Service attentive and polished. Very pleased with the experience.
    Via ViteResponded 4 days ago
    Hi, Barry! Thank you for spending your Easter Brunch with us! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the terrace, delicious food, and attentive service. It means a lot to know you were pleased with the experience—we hope to welcome you back soon!

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  5. Gordon VIP

    Cincinnati34 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Was disappointed in the number of choices on the buffet. Service was lacking. The food was good, but the buffet and service fell way short of the cost of the buffet. Loved the atmosphere.

    1 person found this helpful

  6. Kristen

    Cleveland9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and loved the homemade pasta! Highly recommend!
    Via ViteResponded 4 days ago
    Hi, Kristen! Thanks so much for the wonderful review! We're glad you enjoyed the service and loved the homemade pasta—it's one of our favorites too! We truly appreciate the recommendation and hope to see you again soon!

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  7. Mark VIP

    Cincinnati18 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We hadn't been to Via Vite for years, and our return was a delight. Nice to see a good crowd there on Saturday night. Aside from a few minor lapses in service, we had a splendid meal, include a well-turned fritto misto (accompanied with tartar sauce, but no lemon?), a sumptuous plate of lobster tortelloni and tasty maccheroni with duck ragu. Cocktails were happily consumed, and the two glasses of wine, a pinot grigio from the alto Adige and a red SuperTuscan, matched our dishes to a T. We will be back!
    Via ViteResponded 4 days ago
    Hi, Mark! Thank you so much for the lovely and detailed review! We're honored you chose to return to Via Vite after some time away, and we're thrilled to hear your evening was such a delight. We're glad you enjoyed the fritto misto, lobster tortelloni, and duck ragu—those are some of our favorites, too. Thanks also for the helpful note on the lemon; we’ll pass that along to the team. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!

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  8. Arti

    Cincinnati1 review

    1.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    The restaurant is right near the theatre so they should be used to theatre crowds. We had reservations two hours before curtain call and let the server know upon check in that we were headed to the theatre. We placed our food order with the appetizer order as it took so long for the server to even take that. We were sitting in the restaurant for 1hr and 45 minutes after our reservation time before food actually was served, and that’s only after we reminded that we had been waiting a long time. The entire time there was a woman walking slowly through the tables with an iPad closely monitoring how far along with your meal you were. She was literally pausing at each table staring at your plates, or in our case lack of plates. It felt very intrusive and awkward. It was also unnecessary as the kitchen wasn’t putting out food to eat anyways. We haven’t been here in a while and things have really gone down hill. Will have to think twice before going back.

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  9. Phyllis VIP

    Cincinnati194 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always a good pre theater option . Good service and food
    Via ViteResponded 4 days ago
    Hi, Phyllis! Thank you for the kind words! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the menu and received exceptional service. We truly appreciate your support and hope to see you again soon!

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  10. kelly

    Cincinnati24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Via Vite never disappoints, always so delicious and reliably good and special and not outrageously priced. Excellent service, will always recommend and be back!!
    Via ViteResponded 4 days ago
    Hi, Kelly! Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re honored to be your go-to spot and truly appreciate your kind words about the food, value, and service. It means the world to us that you'd recommend Via Vite—we can’t wait to welcome you back again soon!

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FAQs

Via Vite offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (513) 721-8483.

Via Vite is rated 4.6 stars by 5379 OpenTable diners.

Via Vite 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.

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  3. Cincinnati / Dayton
  4. Cincinnati
  5. Central Business District

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 43 times today
Experiences are available.
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–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 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
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • 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
    Our variety of private dining spaces are perfect for any occasion, from birthdays and rehearsal dinners to graduations, business dinners, and everything in between. Our knowledgeable team will work closely with you to ensure an unforgettable experience from start to finish!
  • Private party contact
    Daniel Dicks: (513) 721-8480
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