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Alara, Cincinnati, OH

Alara

4.6
4.6
364 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 27 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Great for creative cocktails
A contemporary American restaurant located at Madison Square in Madisonville. Alara invites you to an immersive dining experience that encourages exploring, sharing, and tasting your way through innovative dishes that are expertly prepared and exquisitely presented. Featuring a seasonal menu emphasizing prime meats and seafood, the culinary team utilizes luxury ingredients to create fun and approachable dishes for every diner. With an open kitchen that fosters a social atmosphere, Alara strips away the conventional formalities of fine dining while focusing on high-quality food and next-level hospitality in a lively yet elegant setting.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (513) 272-5315
  • Website
    http://alaracincinnati.com/
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Menu

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What 364 people are saying

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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Cincinnati / Dayton

    Innovative

  • Cincinnati

    Innovative

  • Cincinnati

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Alara in Cincinnati offers a delightful dining experience marked by "fantastic service," "beautiful ambiance," and "outstanding food." Guests rave about the creative and flavorful dishes, with many highlighting the restaurant's "exceptional attention to food allergies." The open kitchen concept and attentive staff create a memorable visit, making it a must-try destination.

364 Reviews

  1. Phyllis

    VIP

    Cincinnati

    180 reviews

    5.0

    180 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very lovely evening, great food, service and ambience !

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  2. Jenn

    Cincinnati

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Alara had amazing service, ambience, aesthetic, and food!

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  3. Jesse

    Cincinnati

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The place is beautiful, staff were great. The problem was that the food was pretty mediocre, especially for the price.

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  4. claire

    VIP

    Cleveland

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was amazing! They were so accommodating of my allergies and the service was great. The Chicken Milanese was one of my favorite gf meals in Cincinnati. I would recommended this place to anyone that asks!

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  5. Emma

    Cincinnati

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our server Dillon was fantastic. We started with the Korean corn dogs and the Tuna crudo which were both very good and well portioned. For our main we had the shrimp tagliatelle and the pork shank tacos. The pasta was on the dry side and had a very light flavor, I don’t think I’d reach for it again. The pork shank tacos on the other hand were amazing and I would definitely return for it! We had a few of the signature cocktails which were all delicious and an experience in themselves. We finished off with the creamsicle cloud which was unique and light. We will definitely be back!

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  6. Julie

    Cincinnati

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The ambiance is beautiful, but lends itself to relaxing rather than stuffy. We enjoy the small plate menu options so that the table could share and taste several flavors.

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  7. Tracey

    VIP

    Cincinnati

    28 reviews

    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful dinner at Alara. Beautiful seating, delicious dishes and thoughtful server.

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  8. Leeanne

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    We came to Alara on Valentine's day. The restaurant was beautiful. The service was excellent. Everyone was professional. We had two cocktails, the tuna crudo, beef tip pasta, chicken and the cloud for dessert. I thought the food was very good with complex flavors. We left full and had some chicken to take home! I gave only 2 stars due to the atmosphere. This is my take as a 30 something couple with no kids but there were ALOT of young families. A family of 3 sat beside us and their toddler was crawling on my coat that was on the shared bench and running around. It was uncomfortable and I couldn't wait to leave. At this price point and especially on Valentine's Day it was unacceptable and worth noting to others who are considering this restaurant for special occasions.

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  9. Denis

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lobster carbonara and lamb are both must tries. Focaccia is extremely underrated. Great service and ambience- perfect for a special occasion.

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  10. angelina

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved our experience here for the first time. When we entered, we were told we were sitting at the chef table which was magnificent. The service was outstanding and our server was knowledgeable. The food was super tasty and we will for sure be coming back.

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FAQs

Alara is rated 4.6 stars by 364 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 27 times today
Google Map for Alara

5410 Medpace Way, Cincinnati, OH 45227

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Madison Road and Red Bank Rd.
  • Neighborhood
    Oakley
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Chef's Table, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking
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