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1. Sotto
4.9
Exceptional(7845)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Central Business District
Booked 196 times today
It is a concept of casual intimacy and communal romance. Sotto is the art of simplicity, a steward of restraint. It’s undressed, gutsy and human. It is fire, meat, wheat, and laughter. Above all, Sotto is Italian.*Starting September 9, 2024, Sotto will open for Lunch service Monday - Friday, 11am - 2pm. Reservations are now open.*
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2. Mama's on Main
4.8
Exceptional(1350)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Covington
Booked 75 times today
Mama's on MainOffering authentic northern and southern Italian fare, including house-made pastas
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3. Pepp & Dolores
4.9
Exceptional(4004)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Over the Rhine
Booked 151 times today
INSPIRED BY THE SPIRIT AND SENSE OF HOSPITALITY EXPERIENCED AT SUNDAY SUPPER IN THE HOME OF OUR GRANDPARENTS, PEPP & DOLORES IS A CASUAL ITALIAN RESTAURANT THAT PAYS HOMAGE TO FAMILY AND TO THE FOOD THAT BRINGS PEOPLE TOGETHER. FEATURING HOUSEMADE PASTAS, CAREFULLY CURATED WINES, AND A BALANCE OF CHERISHED FAMILY RECIPES WITH FRESH, VIBRANT FLAVORS THAT MAKE US FEEL: THIS IS HOME.
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4. Crown Cantina
4.7
Exceptional(804)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Central Business District
Booked 15 times today
Authentic contemporary Mexican cuisine, featuring flavors and dishes from all eight regions of Mexico. Gluten-free kitchen. All natural wine program. Extensive mezcal and tequila list. From scratch kitchen. Craft Cocktails. A Crown Restaurant Group Concept. Located in Downtown Cincinnati.
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5. Fillo
4.6
Exceptional(241)
Price: Moderate
• Greek • Over the Rhine
Booked 20 times today
A TASTE OF GREECE.Fillo embodies the simplistic beauty of authentic Greek cuisine. A simple gathering of native ingredients that burst to life under the Mediterranean sun and celebrate the little pleasures in life. Each dish honors the iconic flavors and authenticity of Greek cuisine — olives, feta, olive oil, tzatziki, lamb chops, fresh Branzino flown in from Greece and baklava, to name a few.
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6. Bakersfield - OTR
4.8
Exceptional(919)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Over the Rhine
Booked 45 times today
Tacos. Tequila. Whiskey. Serving up authentic, Mexican street fare, and a selection of over 100 tequilas and American whiskeys. Bakersfield is a spot where the food is simple, the service is warm and the atmosphere is alive.
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7. Colette Restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(503)
Price: Moderate
• French • Over the Rhine
Booked 32 times today
Colette is a ‘Mostly French’ restaurant by the award-winning Chef Danny Combs. Located across the street from Washington Park and Music Hall, Colette is a playful take on French cuisine. From Paris to Montreal to Morocco, Colette draws a line from France to its many constellations. Their cuisine is rooted in classic technique, enlivened by a global perspective, and executed by an award-winning team.
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8. Ché - OTR
4.6
Exceptional(837)
Price: Moderate
• Argentinean • Over the Rhine
Booked 20 times today
Ché Argentine Restaurant is Cincinnati's destination for authentic Argentine dining and drinking, featuring our famous empandas, burgers, shareable appetizers, and more! Located at 1342 Walnut, in the heart of OTR. Open seven days a week with happy hour from 4-6 every day! Half price featured empanadas, $2 off drafts, and $5 glass pours of all our Argentinian wines!
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9. Nolia Kitchen - OTR
4.6
Exceptional(764)
Price: Expensive
• American • Cincinnati
Booked 14 times today
Nolia Kitchen offers a unique and authentic dining experience with its creative and unconventional twists on classic southern flavors. Reviewers consistently praise the excellent service, delicious food, and welcoming ambiance. One reviewer even described the experience as 'Michelin star quality.' The restaurant's commitment to quality, service, and creativity makes it a must-visit in Cincinnati.
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10. Nicholson's Fine Food & Whisk(e)y
4.6
Exceptional(3035)
Price: Moderate
• Gastro Pub • Central Business District
Booked 58 times today
Located in downtown Cincinnati across from the Aronoff Center, Nicholson’s is a restaurant and bar serving fine food and drink in a genuine Scottish tavern setting. Taking inspiration from the public houses found throughout Great Britain, our goal is to provide our guests with authentic hospitality and a brilliant dining experience. In addition to high-quality food, we offer a wide variety of beer, wine, and spirits featuring one of the best selections of single malt scotch whiskies in the area. Our family of restaurants has grown in recent years to include two new concepts: Horse & Barrel Bourbon House and the Backstage Event Center located next door from Nicholson's Pub. Horse & Barrel is an award-winning whiskey bar with 100+ whiskeys and bourbons, specialty cocktails, craft beers, small bites and a friendly bourbon-loving staff. The Backstage Event Center is a private event venue hosting rehearsal dinners, weddings, cocktail parties, corporate events and more.
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  • Jennivip
    Cincinnati / Dayton •16 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We enjoyed a fantastic meal at Crown Cantina before attending a show at the Aronoff. The service from Cam was terrific - perfectly paced! And our food and drinks were delicious. Can't wait to come back!
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    Crown CantinaPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Central Business District
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    4.7
  • Amy
    Cincinnati / Dayton •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Max was fantastic! Service and courses were timed impeccably, and everything was delicious. We had a wonderful time bringing first-time guests with us to celebrate their birthdays. They were as wowed by the entire experience as we expected they would be. We are so excited each time we have the opportunity to bring out-of-town guests to dine at Sotto.
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    SottoPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Central Business District
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    4.9
  • Mick
    Cincinnati / Dayton •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Everything there was great. The food, the staff and the atmosphere. We had been told by multiple people of how great the food was and ie did not disappoint. All of our questions were answered and we were able to taste a few wines before we decided on one. The portions were perfect and we all really enjoyed the food and atmosphere.
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    Pepp & DoloresPrice: Moderate• Italian• Over the Rhine
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    4.9
  • Rikki
    Cincinnati / Dayton •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Mama's always exceeds my expectations!! Their food, service, atmosphere is always amazing and I always leave so happy!!! If you haven't tried this place yet you need to ASAP!
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    Mama's on MainPrice: Expensive• Italian• Covington
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    4.8
  • Jenna
    Chicago / Illinois •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    We are always on the hunt for good Greek / Mediterranean food, Filo is outstanding. Best Saganaki, trio of dips, souvlaki and Greek fries we’ve had in Cincinnati. The service was good. What the place lacks in ambiance it more than makes up in food. Can’t wait to go back.
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    FilloPrice: Moderate• Greek• Over the Rhine
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    4.6

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