Best Date Night Restaurants in Dayton, Kentucky

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchMexican

Regions

Cincinnati

Areas

BellevueBlue AshCentral Business DistrictCincinnatiCovingtonErlanger

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

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BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral toiletWheelchair access

106 restaurants available nearby

1. Sotto

4.9

Exceptional(8242)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Central Business District

Booked 180 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

2. Losanti

4.8

Exceptional(2680)

££££Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Over the Rhine

Booked 20 times today

Located across from Washington Park and steps away from Music Hall, we are proud to be the only Boutique Italian Steakhouse in OTR. As a from-scratch kitchen, we feature steaks butchered by the ounce on a daily basis, oysters on the half shell, fresh pasta made in-house, and a masterfully executed cocktail program. We eagerly await your presence at our table.

3. Pepp & Dolores

4.8

Exceptional(4257)

££££Price: Moderate

• Italian • Over the Rhine

Booked 162 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.

4. Via Vite

4.7

Exceptional(5335)

££££Price: Expensive

• Italian • Central Business District

Booked 38 times today

Via Vite: A Taste of Italy in the Heart of Cincinnati Located on Fountain Square, Via Vite offers a contemporary Italian dining experience that delights the senses and transports you to Italy. Chef Cristian Pietoso's passion for Italian cuisine is evident in every dish. From handmade pasta to wood-fired pizzas, each bite showcases the quality and freshness of the ingredients. The diverse menu features classic dishes like Mama's Eggplant Parmigiana and innovative options such as "Lumache alla Vodka." Don't miss the signature Tagliatelle Bolognese, a traditional meat sauce that will leave you craving more. With a modern and elegant ambiance, the restaurant is ideal for a romantic evening or a fun night out with friends. Enjoy live music every night and soak in the vibrant energy of Fountain Square. The friendly and attentive staff at Via Vite are dedicated to ensuring a memorable dining experience, ready to help you choose the perfect dish to satisfy your cravings.

5. Ghost Baby

4.8

Exceptional(1451)

££££Price: Expensive

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Over the Rhine

Booked 51 times today

Our Rattle Room welcomes you when joining us 4 floors below Vine street. The Rattle Room does not require reservations and is seated on a first come first serve basis.Reservations are recommended and prioritized for our Den. If you have a reservation, please check in with the host at the front door before waiting in line. Reservations in our Den will be held for 15 minutes and are a total of 2 hours long (Excluding Saturday reservations before 6:30 which are an hour and a half). We do not serve food.Ghost Baby exists to rattle the extraordinary. Our cocktail lounge and music venue claims a 170-year-old space that once served as a lagering tunnel for a brewing company. Come as you are and enjoy an inventive cocktail, a stiff drink, your favorite canned beer, or a glass of our hand-selected wine. Reserve your spot for an intimate, unique performance in the Den or join us in the Rattle Room (front bar) on a walk-in basis.21+ | Dress Code Enforced

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6. Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Cincinnati

4.9

Exceptional(9393)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Central Business District

Booked 108 times today

Jeff Ruby's is a reimagined art deco style steakhouse featuring U.S.D.A Prime Steaks and Fresh Seafood...not to mention our extensive selection of sushi, signature salads, Steakhouse sides, and desserts. Jeff Ruby's is conveniently located across from Fountain Square and is within walking distance of downtown hotels and the convention center. When you demand the very best in dining experiences, choose Jeff Ruby's. Discover the distinction for yourself!

7. The Aperture

4.7

Exceptional(256)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Market Cuisine • Cincinnati

Booked 24 times today

The Aperture, the first full-scale restaurant project from Chef Jordan Anthony-Brown. The menu reflects the concept of Mediterranean mezze style dining, consisting of many small plates, rustic in nature and reflective of seasonality and creates a natural progression and flow for the dining experience. The Aperture’s menu reflects three fundamental tenets: intention, balance, and focus. The menu - and its individual dishes - are approached with the objective of putting critical thought into every component, eliminating the extraneous, and ensuring a natural flow across the menu. The culinary program is heavily influenced by the cuisine of the broader Mediterranean region and the simple, seasonal cooking of Southern France, Italy, Greece, and the Levant.Our menu changes often and with the seasons. You can always find our current menu on our website www.theaperturecinci.com.

8. The Precinct

4.9

Exceptional(9383)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Hyde Park

Booked 109 times today

For Jeff Ruby, this is the steakhouse that started it all. In 1981, The Precinct was born in the former Cincinnati Police Patrol House Number 6. This turn-of-the-century, Romanesque-style structure would hold what is now the longest, continuously running fine dining restaurant in the city.Recently named one of America's Top 10 Steakhouses by USA Today and Gayot.com, The Precinct is frequently recognized as having Cincinnati’s best steaks, seafood, and service. This consistent, high level of quality and overall guest experience over 4 decades has endeared Precinct to celebrities, business people, families, and loyal diners alike. The Precinct also offers a quaint outdoor patio area where guests may dine.

9. Mama's on Main

4.8

Exceptional(1514)

££££Price: Expensive

• Italian • Covington

Booked 60 times today

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

10. MRBL

4.8

Exceptional(1430)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Bellevue

Booked 31 times today

MRBL is a perfect spot for a date night with its spectacular views of the Ohio River and Cincinnati Skyline. Reviewers love the intimate ambiance, live music, and high-quality food and service. As one review says, 'From the moment you walk in, you can see that a lot of thought and care was put into the design of the restaurant, with modern yet cozy design.' The staff also adds a personal touch with rose petals on the table and a complimentary champagne toast for special occasions.

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Laura
Greater Boston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Amazing! Out waitress, Jess, was so knowledgeable and attentive. She really made for a fabulous dinner. Food was delicious!
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Pepp & DoloresPrice: Moderate• Italian• Over the Rhine
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4.8
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MerissaVIP
Columbus •46 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Shauna (spelling?) was a fantastic server. She walked us through the entire menu and made sure all of our items came out staggered. The bartender was a bit slow but this comes with the newness of the restaurant still. The mocktail was great as well as their herbal hot tea selection. My absolute fave part of the meal was the dumplings/pierogis with apple butter. But everything we got was incredible. Including the salmon Wellington. WOW.
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SudovaPrice: Moderate• Eastern European• Central Business District
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4.9
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DougVIP
Cincinnati / Dayton •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food, as always, was exquisite. Our server James was on top of his game and made our evening more enjoyable.
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The AperturePrice: Very Expensive• Market Cuisine• Cincinnati
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4.7
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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent experience and customer centricity, along with great dinner!
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Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - CincinnatiPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Central Business District
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4.9
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Stanley
Hong Kong Island •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent food and service Highly recommended Tuna bread is really good
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SottoPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Central Business District
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4.9

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