Cincinnati is the third largest city in Ohio and it sits right on the Ohio River at the southern cusp of the state. The city also has some of the most diverse cuisine to be found in Ohio. The eclectic atmospheres and diverse cuisine make dining in Cincinnati a fun and rewarding experience no matter what type of food you are in the mood for. There is something for everyone in Cincinnati.
Here are some of my favorite best restaurants in Cincinnati:
Cincinnati Best Restaurant #1
Primavista is located at 810 Matson Pl, Price Hill in Cincinnati, Ohio and the phone is 513-251-6467. They are open Monday through Thursday 5:30pm-9:30pm, Fridays 5:30pm-10pm, Saturday 5pm-11pm and Sunday 5pm-9pm. An average main course is $28 and you get a beautiful view of the skyline and the river while you enjoy excellent traditional Italian cuisine with a great wine selection and deserts.
Cincinnati Best Restaurant #2
Barresi’s Italian Restaurant at 4111 Webster Ave, Deer Park in Cincinnati specializes in both northern and southern Italian entrees. I love the sole petrina in lemon garlic butter. Barresi’s is open Tuesday through Saturday 5pm-10:30pm. You can call for reservations at 513-793-2540 and dinner will cost about $60 for a couple.
Cincinnati Best Restaurant #3
Ambar India serves authentic Indian Food and if you go do not miss getting the veggie pakoras appetizers, my sister loves them. They are open Monday through Friday from 11:30am-2:30pm, 4:45pm-9:30pm; Saturday 4:45pm-9:30pm; Sunday Noon-9pm. Cost is about $12 per person and they are located at 350 Ludlow Ave in Cincinnati, 513-281-7000.
Cincinnati Best Restaurant #4
Celestial Steakhouselocated high above Mount Adams at 1071 Celestial St in Cincinnati is where I like to go when I want to dress up formal and have a really good steak dinner. Celestial is open Monday-Thursday 5pm-9:30pm; Friday-Saturday 5pm-10:30pm and Sunday 4pm-9pm and dinner will cost about $40. Make reservations at 513-241-4455 and don’t miss the lime soufflé for desert.
Cincinnati Best Restaurant #5
Nicola’s Ristoranteat 1420 Sycamore Street in Cincinnati is in the Over-The-Rhine district and has an artsy and modern feel. Cuisine is primarily northern Italian and my husband loves the veal-stuffed cannelloni topped with Alfredo and Bolognese sauces. Reservations are recommended so call 513-721-6200 before you go. Their hours are Monday-Thursday 5:30pm-10pm and Friday and Saturday 5:30pm-11pm. Dinner will cost about $35 per person.
Cincinnati Best Restaurant #6
Biagio’s Bistroat 308 Ludlow Ave in Cincinnati is great for Lunch This small bistro beckons based on the amazing smells that eminate out the doors. The chef prepares all meals in an open setting and talks to you as you wait. The menu choices range from fettuccine with grilled chicken and penne boschiola to chicken scaloppini. They are open Monday to Saturday 11 to 11pm and the average cost per person is $10.
Cincinnati Best Restaurant #7
For a great lunch spot try Jean Ro on 413 Vine Street in Cincinnati. I love the Paris bistro feel to it, and the sautéed salmon is amazing. They do dinner also with their hours being Monday to Thursday 11:30am-2:30pm and 5:30am-10pm, Friday 11:30am -2:30pm and 5:30pm to 10:30pm, Saturday is Noon-2:30pm and 5:30am-10:30pm and Sunday is 5:30pm-9pm. Cost will be about $25 per person.
Cincinnati Best Restaurant #8
Montgomery Inn Restaurant at 925 Eastern Ave in Cincinnati it is all about the barbecue ribs! Arrive early to avoid the rush and sit back and enjoy the views of the river as you enjoy the ribs. Reservations are highly recommended and the cost per person only about $22. They are open Monday through Thursday 11am-10pm, Friday 11am-11pm, Saturday 3pm-11pm and Sunday 3pm-10pm.
Cincinnati Best Restaurant #9
The Golden Lamb is located just north of Cincinnati in Lebanon but it is worth the drive to 27 S Broadway. When you go you must have the House Favorite Roast Leg of Lamb and Mint Jelly. Call 513-932-5065 for reservations. Dinner will cost about $22 per person, they are open Monday through Saturday 11am-9pm and Sunday from noon-8pm.
Cincinnati Best Restaurant #10
Bocais located at 3200 Madison Rd in Cincinnati. The restaurant is upscale and the Italian food is amazing. Boca is open Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30pm-9pm, Friday and Saturday from 5:30pm-10p. The average cost for dinner is $35 per person.
