8 Best Authentic Restaurants in North Bend

8 restaurants available nearby

1. Mama's on Main

4.8

Exceptional(1514)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Covington

Booked 66 times today

Mama's on MainOffering authentic northern and southern Italian fare, including house-made pastas

2. Crown Cantina

4.7

Exceptional(852)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Central Business District

Booked 20 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.

3. Bakersfield - OTR

4.8

Exceptional(968)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Over the Rhine

Booked 42 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.

A photo of Nicholson's Fine Food & Whisk(e)y restaurant

4. Nicholson's Fine Food & Whisk(e)y

4.6

Exceptional(3167)

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Central Business District

Booked 31 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.

5. Fillo

4.7

Exceptional(306)

Price: Moderate

• Greek • Over the Rhine

Booked 10 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.

6. Ché - OTR

4.7

Exceptional(866)

Price: Moderate

• Argentinian • Over the Rhine

Booked 10 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!

A photo of Brio Italian Grille - Newport - Newport on the Levee restaurant

7. Brio Italian Grille - Newport - Newport on the Levee

4.1

Excellent(2021)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Newport

Booked 16 times today

Brio Italian Grille in Newport on the Levee is an authentic Italian restaurant with a Tuscan-inspired atmosphere. The menu is packed with delicious, made-to-order pasta, flatbreads, steaks, and seafood, all cooked to perfection in an authentic Italian wood-burning oven. Reviews rave about the great food, service, and ambiance, with one reviewer calling it 'one step above the Olive Garden.'

8. Taqueria Mercado

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Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Central Business District

Taqueria Mercado invites you to experience authentic Mexican cuisine in Cincinnati. This family-owned restaurant offers time-honored recipes passed down through generations, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere filled with vibrant colors and friendly service. Unlike typical Mexican restaurants, Taqueria Mercado focuses on genuine flavors without Americanized dishes. Enjoy mouthwatering tacos and flavorful enchiladas made with fresh, simple ingredients. At Taqueria Mercado, you can expect: Authentic Mexican Cuisine: Choose from diverse taco fillings like barbacoa, carnitas, tripe, and goat, served in traditional style with corn tortillas, onions, and cilantro. Fresh, Simple Ingredients: Only the freshest ingredients are used, ensuring no processed foods or artificial flavors. No-nonsense Atmosphere: Relax and enjoy your meal in a welcoming environment that celebrates the rich culinary traditions of Mexico. Come taste the difference!

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8 restaurants available nearby

1. Mama's on Main

2. Crown Cantina

3. Bakersfield - OTR

4. Nicholson's Fine Food & Whisk(e)y

5. Fillo

6. Ché - OTR

7. Brio Italian Grille - Newport - Newport on the Levee

8. Taqueria Mercado

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