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1. Sotto
4.9
Exceptional(7994)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Central Business District
Booked 189 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.Now Open for Lunch Service Monday - Friday, 11am - 2pm
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2. Mama's on Main
4.8
Exceptional(1408)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Covington
Booked 100 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(4090)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Over the Rhine
Booked 146 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(821)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Central Business District
Booked 22 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
4.7
Exceptional(263)
Price: Moderate
• Greek • Over the Rhine
Booked 9 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. BOCA
4.9
Exceptional(6026)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary European • Central Business District
Booked 42 times today
Boca is Chef David Falk's ode to Europe. It is a one of a kind dining experience marrying world-class, chef driven cuisine with gracious service. Boca's design couples contemporary European and American stylings with touches of rusticity in an airy urban space. The elegant and inviting surroundings welcome guests for an afternoon cocktail, a small bite before a great show at nearby theaters, a casual dinner with friends, or a luxurious night out.
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7. Bakersfield - OTR
4.8
Exceptional(934)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Over the Rhine
Booked 23 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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8. Nicholson's Fine Food & Whisk(e)y
4.5
Awesome(3079)
Price: Moderate
• Gastro Pub • Central Business District
Booked 43 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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9. Ché - OTR
4.7
Exceptional(844)
Price: Moderate
• Argentinean • Over the Rhine
Booked 9 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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10. Nolia Kitchen - OTR
4.7
Exceptional(784)
Price: Expensive
• American • Cincinnati
Booked 7 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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  • Ashley
    Cincinnati / Dayton •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    The portion sizes are not too large, which I really enjoy. It allows for you to try a variety of items. The flavors are excellent.
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    Pepp & DoloresPrice: Moderate• Italian• Over the Rhine
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    4.9
  • OpenTable Diner
    Cincinnati / Dayton •15 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Our dining ex̌perience was fantastic. I heard so much about Sotto and it did not disappoint. Our table of 4 had the following appetizers: ahi tuna, the octopus, and the goat cheese bread. All were delicious!! Our entire consisted of the short rib ravioli the mushroom pasta, the pork, and the white Truffle pasta. Again...all delicious. For dessert, we had the gellato and the doughnuts...Again these were fabulous.
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    SottoPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Central Business District
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    4.9
  • MonicaVIP
    Cincinnati / Dayton •34 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    What a delicious meal! We love Mama’s on Main, and we were there to celebrate our daughter’s birthday! Everything was fantastic! We wish the wine prices weren’t so high, though. Way more expensive than some of the other nice dining places we go to.
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    Mama's on MainPrice: Expensive• Italian• Covington
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    4.8
  • EricVIP
    Cincinnati / Dayton •34 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Probably the best higher-end Mexican-inspired restaurant in the Cincinnati area. Everything is delicious here and the focus on details and flavors is evident.
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    Crown CantinaPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Central Business District
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    4.7
  • Vivienne
    Cincinnati / Dayton •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 23, 2024
    Never been here but had been wanting to try and the experience was amazing. They make you feel so welcomed and take your order at once so they can bring out the bread, appetizer, and entrees for you right when you’re ready for the next course. The drink I had was amazing (Persephone- it looked like Christmas and tasted floral but fruity) and the fish I had was the perfect portion and so flavorful. But the environment paired with the food and service made this restaurant one my dad and I will definitely be returning to.
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    FilloPrice: Moderate• Greek• Over the Rhine
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    4.7

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