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The Davidson, Cincinnati, OH

The Davidson

4.7 (716)
$31 to $50
American
501 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 57 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Hot spot
An American-style bistro drawing inspiration from French, Italain and American fare. The Davidson, which honors Tyler Davidson, the namesake of the fountain just across the street.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, French American, Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (513) 263-1060
  • Website
    https://thedavidson.com/
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Menu

At present, we do not have menu information for this restaurant. Please see their website or wait to visit the restaurant to learn more.

What 716 people are saying

The Davidson 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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Davidson offers a lively dining experience in downtown Cincinnati with "great service" and "delicious food." Standout dishes include the eggplant appetizer, fondue, and mushroom bisque. Although the ambiance can be noisy, the vibrant atmosphere is complemented by a "fun and festive" setting. Ideal for pre-show dinners or celebrations.
716 Reviews

  1. Lin VIP

    Cincinnati384 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very good food - and service from Zak. Price value is excellent. The restaurant is well appointed with the only downside is the noise level. Highly recommended.

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  2. Justin

    Cincinnati1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first time trying the restaurant. The interior was beautiful, cozy, and clean. All of the staff was kind and went above and beyond. The food was excellent. Overall it was an amazing experience. Will definitely go back.

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  3. Whitley

    Louisville3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved it! Great vibes and good food! Will go back again!

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  4. Janice

    Cincinnati1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 2 May 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Scallops dish was outstanding! The eggplant appetizer was very good and interesting.

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  5. Lewis VIP

    Cincinnati2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Server was fantastic. Apps were excellent. Food was average

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  6. Tracy VIP

    Cincinnati5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 2 May 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The outdoor area was lovely except for the. Weeping of the crosswalk signal. The heaters made the area too warm

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  7. Maggie

    Charlotte1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 30 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Kristen was amazing! She did not miss any details when it comes to menus gave great recommendations and did not disappoint! Great meal for our first night exploring Cincinnati. The scallops were 10/10

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  8. Mark

    Cincinnati6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great window seat. A very good knowledgeable waitress. Beautiful decor.

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  9. Robert

    Chicago21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We are at the bar and the bar tender was fantastic - so was the food

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  10. Hannah VIP

    Cincinnati6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every time we go we have even more delicious food. Can’t go wrong with any menu item! My boyfriend said it may have been the best birthday dinner of his life!

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FAQs

The Davidson is rated 4.7 stars by 716 OpenTable diners.

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  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Cincinnati / Dayton
  4. Cincinnati
  5. Central Business District

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 57 times today
Google Map for The Davidson

501 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Additional information

  • Area
    Central Business District
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, French American, Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
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