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1. Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Cincinnati
4.8
Exceptional(9181)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steak • Central Business District
Booked 173 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!
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2. Sotto
4.9
Exceptional(7965)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Central Business District
Booked 177 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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3. Metropole @ 21c Museum Hotel
4.4
Awesome(2859)
Price: Moderate
• American • Central Business District
Booked 12 times today
The culinary team at Metropole brings a menu that focuses on the joy of nourishing food with a contemporary take on old-world techniques. Metropole highlights a diverse offering that utilizes global techniques mixed with the culinary traditions found throughout the Ohio Valley. Metropole’s ever-changing menu showcases the area’s sustainable farmers and producers while paying homage to the full potential of often undervalued ingredients. The bar and lounge are inviting places to explore the rotating selection of craft beers on tap, house-made cocktails, Bourbons and a smart selection of old and new world wines.
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4. Nicholson's Fine Food & Whisk(e)y
4.5
Awesome(3074)
Price: Moderate
• Gastro Pub • Central Business District
Booked 35 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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5. Nada - Cincinnati
4.6
Exceptional(6105)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Mexican • Central Business District
Booked 70 times today
Energy, creativity, and the desire for a really great taco inspired the Nada concept. Downtown Cincinnati needed a place to go, revive, and relax after the busy pace of the metropolitan work scene. Since 2007, Nada has been delighting guests with craveable twists on the classics and border-blurring dishes inspired by food from around the globe. Nada has expanded to Columbus and Indianapolis. Each location is integrated into the local community and focuses on delivering an approachable, casual Mexican experience in a beautiful space. Snag guacamole and salsa to share, and dig in to punched-up tacos, Nada is all about great food and good times with amigos.
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6. BOCA
4.9
Exceptional(6005)
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. The Davidson
4.6
Exceptional(537)
Price: Expensive
• American • Central Business District
Booked 56 times today
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.
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8. Via Vite
4.7
Exceptional(5267)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Central Business District
Booked 48 times today
Via Vite is a modern Italian restaurant located in the heart of downtown Cincinnati on Fountain Square with the largest outdoor dining space in the city center . Our menu features Chef Cristian Pietoso's creative Italian cuisine using the best local and imported ingredients available. We have private rooms available for all size groups and types of events. *On New Year's Eve and Valentines day we only offer a pre-fix menu
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9. Rosie's Italian Kitchen
4.8
Exceptional(990)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Central Business District
Booked 44 times today
Welcome to Rosie's Italian!Bringing traditional East Coast Italian to Cincinnati!Specializing in house made pasta, hand-tossed pizza, as well as craft spritzes and cocktails, Rosie's Italian offers a slice of traditional, family-oriented Italian cooking with elevated care and attentiveness. We offer reservations for both our standard seating and bar counter, both options are available through our OpenTable page.
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10. Prime Cincinnati
4.5
Awesome(3207)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Central Business District
Booked 30 times today
Welcome to Prime Cincinnati, where exceptional cuisine and unparalleled service come together. Delight in our premium Certified Angus Beef® steaks and the freshest seafood, expertly paired with a curated selection of fine bourbons, handcrafted cocktails, and a carefully chosen wine list. Reservations Recommended.

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