The Davidson

Name: The Davidson
Address: 501 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH, United States, 45202
Telephone: (513) 263-1060
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6

540 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

29 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 84 times today

Good for special occasions
Lively
Great for creative cocktails

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 16:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–23:00 Sun 11:00–22:00
Phone number
(513) 263-1060
Website
https://thedavidson.com/
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
501 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Area
Central Business District
Parking details
None

What 540 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

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The Davidson offers a "beautifully designed space" with "delicious food and great service." Guests rave about the "incredible" roasted eggplant and scallops, while the cocktails are "outstanding." The atmosphere is lively, though some find it noisy. Despite a few hiccups with service speed, the overall experience is repeatedly praised for its "excellent" culinary offerings.

540 Reviews

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Deborah
VIP
Cincinnati
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We reserved counter but were sat outside. I ended up liking where we sat. I would sit there again. Service was great. Food was amazing. We just wish they had a dessert menu.
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John
VIP
Nashville
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The bartender was absolutely spectacular. He was knowledgeable about the four draught beers and expressed thoughtful opinions about the menu that were helpful when we ordered appetizers. The waitress was a frantic Cincinnati Bengals fan and kept us informed of all the game developments as well as giving us strong information on the menu, all of which was delicious. The eggplant, the mushroom soup which pays homage to the restaurant that used to be there, and the fondue collectively were worth a visit. The homemade pasta was flawless, and the chicken was the best my date had ever had . I highly recommend the Davidson.
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Kurt
VIP
Cincinnati
38 reviews
3.0
38 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We’ve been there before and had ok dinners, but this time everything was just off ,the Brie was different he salad was soggy and the fillet look like a smashed hamburger. we won’t be back
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Kimberly
VIP
Cincinnati
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food and cocktails with festive ambiance
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Carol
VIP
Cincinnati
14 reviews
3.0
14 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Eggplant was amazing. Hamburger was dry and forgettable. All of the other dishes looked great but were way over salted - even a salad that comes with the veal.
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Cristina
VIP
Cincinnati
109 reviews
5.0
109 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful interior facing fountain Square. Felt like a special occasion place without the Jeff Ruby prices! Outstanding service, all the staff were pleasant and acknowledged us. Food was very good, not outstanding. Pastas were average, burger was OK, eggplant appetizer was a wow with the table service. We would return.
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Mindy
Cincinnati
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service were excellent!!! Will go back.
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Charles
Cincinnati
498 reviews
5.0
498 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great holiday lunch. Wonderful service, great food and wine. We enjoyed a fun Christmas meal.
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Suesam
VIP
Cincinnati
16 reviews
3.0
16 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The service was great . The appetizers were amazing and the salads . The entrees were ok nothing standout. The pork chop was large portion but no flavor . Next time probably I will order appetizers.
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Jim
VIP
Cincinnati
26 reviews
4.0
26 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Moroccan eggplant was excellent! The veal plate needs work. The burger was okay. The pork chop was excellent. Crowded, bustling place. You really pack them in! People kept kicking my chair as they walked by. Alexis, our server, was very attentive, patient, and overall outstanding!
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The Davidson is rated 4.6 stars by 540 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

29 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 84 times today

501 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Additional information

Area
Central Business District
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 16:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–23:00 Sun 11:00–22:00
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, French American, Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None

Website
https://thedavidson.com/
Phone number
(513) 263-1060

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