$ = Entrées less than $10
$$ = Entrées $11-$19
$$$ = Entrées $20-25
$$$$ = Entrées more than $25
Central
A Tavola, Pizza; 1220 Vine St., Downtown, (513) 246-0192. Wood-fired pizza, bacon-wrapped dates. $$
Ambar India; 350 Ludlow Ave., Clifton, (513) 281-7000. Curries and rice dishes from Northern India, including vegetarian options. $$
Amol India; 354 Ludlow Ave., Clifton, (513) 961-3600. Large entrées and a lunch buffet in a more casual dining experience. $$
Biagio's
Bistro, Italian; 308 Ludlow Ave., Clifton, (513) 861-4777. All soups,
pastas and desserts are made from scratch in the kitchen. $$
Boi Na Braza, Steakhouse; 441 Vine St., Downtown, (513) 421-7111. This Brazilian steak house is a meat lover's paradise. $$$$
Celestial, Steakhouse; 1071
Celestial St., Mount Adams, (513) 241-4455. The spectacular river view
enhances the menu of steak, seafood, chicken and Mediterranean lamb.
$$$$
Coffee
Emporium, Coffeehouse; 110 E. Central Parkway, Downtown, (513) 651-5483.
Stop in for delicious coffee roasted on site, locally made pastries,
sandwiches and salads. $
The Cricket Lounge, American;
601 Vine St., Downtown, (513) 381-3000. In the Cincinnatian Hotel, this
restaurant boasts light fare and house-made ice creams, sorbets, and
live harp, piano and jazz. $$
Daveed's at 934, American;
934 Hatch St., Mount Adams, (513) 721-2665. This eclectic venue offers a
new menu daily, specializing in foie gras, seared Digby Bay Scallops,
duck breast and tempting desserts. $$$
Holy Grail Tavern & Grille, Pub Food;
161
Joe Nuxhall Way, Downtown, (513) 621-2222. A home for Reds and Bengals
fans serving appetizers, sandwiches, wraps, pizza. Multiple locations. $
Iris
BookCafé, American; 1331 Main St., Downtown, (513) 381-2665. Browse the
books at this artsy café. Coffee, light soups, salads, sandwiches. $
Izzy's, American; 800 Elm St., Downtown, (513) 721-4241. Famous for its reuben with pickles and a potato pancake on the side. Nine locations. $
Jean-Robert's Table, French; 713 Vine St., Downtown, (513) 621-4777. Elegant French cuisine from Chef Jean-Robert de Cavel. $$$$
Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse; 700 Walnut St., Downtown, (513) 784-1200. Racks of lamb, veal, seafood, salads and Amish chicken. $$$$
Local 127, American; 127 W. Fourth St., Downtown, (513) 721-1345. "Farm-to-table" dining is the concept behind this upscale eatery. $$$$
McCormick & Schmick's, Seafood;
21
E. Fifth St., Downtown, (513) 721-9339. The menu evolves to feature the
freshest daily catch, with pasta, poultry and aged steaks. $$$
Montgomery Inn, Barbecue; 925
Riverside Drive, Downtown, (513) 721-7427. Try Cincinnati's most famous
ribs, along with chicken, fish, steak and sandwiches. Multiple
locations. $$$
Mr. Sushi; Asian; 580 Walnut St., (513) 827-9345. Or, if not a fan of sushi, try the teriyaki chicken or fried rice. $$$
Mynt Martini, Tapas; 511 Walnut St., Downtown, (513) 621-6968. Signature drinks, small dishes for lunch or cocktails. $$
Myra's Dionysus, Greek; 121 Calhoun St., Clifton, (513) 961-1578. Healthful flexible options for lunch and dinner, with delicious desserts. $
Nada, Latin; 600 S. Walnut St., Downtown, (513) 721-6232. Upscale tacos feature pork belly, grilled redfish or beef short rib. $$$
Nicholson's, Pub Food, Continental;
625 Walnut St., Downtown, (513) 564-9111. Traditional Scottish such as fish and chips, or shepherd's pie. $$$
Nicola's Ristorante Italiano, Italian; 1420 Sycamore St., Over-the-Rhine, (513) 721-6200. Traditional Tuscan fare with housemade pasta. $$$$
Olives, American;
342 Ludlow Ave., Clifton, (513) 221-4200. From hearty steaks to vegan
options, this is American cuisine dotted with Italian and Asian
influences. $$$
Orchids at Palm Court, American; 35 W. Fifth St., Downtown, (513) 564-6465. Award-winning restaurant offers snapper, eggplant, steak, rabbit and scallops. $$$$
The Palace Restaurant, Continental; 601
Vine St., Downtown, (513) 381-6006. The Cincinnatian Hotel's restaurant
can please any gourmet foodie. Steak, seafood, pasta, vegetarian. $$$$
The Summit, American;
3520 Central Parkway, Cincinnati, (513) 569-4980. Cincinnati State
student chefs prepare an array of entrées under the direction of
professionals. $$$
Sung Korean Bistro; 700 Elm St., Downtown, (513) 721-7864. Traditional Korean fare includes soups, noodles, grilled meats. $$$
Teak Thai; 1051 St. Gregory St., Mount Adams, (513) 665-9800. Sushi, sashimi plus ample stir fry, curries, noodles. $$$
Trattoria Roma, Italian; 580 Walnut St., Downtown, (513) 723-0220. Authentic pasta dishes, convenience to Aronoff. $$$
View, American; 2200 Victory Parkway, Walnut Hills, (513) 751-8439. Selections range from fancy comfort food to gourmet indulgence. $$$$
East
20 Brix, American; 101 Main St., Milford, (513) 831-2749. Also a wine bar and retail store. Features steak, pizza, lamb, fish and poultry. $$$
Andy's Mediterranean Grille, Mediterranean; 906 Nassau St., Walnut Hills, (513) 281-9791. Serves fare such as kabobs, falafel, lamb
and shish tawook. $$$
Barresi's Italian Restaurant, Italian; 4111 Webster Ave., Deer Park, (513) 793-2540. Traditional Italian recipes for steak, veal, chicken, fish and pasta. $$$$
Beluga, Asian Fusion; 3520 Edwards Road, Hyde Park, (513) 533-4444. Asian fare - sushi, steak and poultry - in a contemporary atmosphere. $$$
Boca, Italian, French; 3200 Madison Road, Oakley, (513) 542-2022. Trendy dishes make up three courses. A place to see and be seen. $$$$
The
BonBonerie Café, Bakery; 2030 Madison Road, O'Bryonville, (513)
321-3399. Upscale bakery featuring cookies, cupcakes, pastries, $$
Cumin Eclectic Cuisine, Indian Fusion;
3520 Erie Ave., Hyde Park, (513) 871-8714. Indian fuses with world
cuisine such as "naanwiches," handmade agnolotti, butter chicken. $$$$
El Coyote, Steakhouse, Mexican; 7404
State Road, Anderson, (513) 232-5757. Tex-Mex entrées are complemented
by spiced-up pasta, seafood, steak and chicken. Sip the potent
margaritas carefully. $$$
Enoteca
Emilia, Italian; 2038 Madison Road, Hyde Park, (513) 834-5773. Fresh
pasta, skewered meat, seafood called spiedini, flatbread sandwiches. $$
The Foreign Exchange, Intercontinental; 7991 Beechmont Ave., Anderson, (513) 386-9900. Thai dishes and sushi; domestic favorites like burgers and steaks. $$
Hugo, Southern; 3235 Madison Road, Oakley, (513) 321-4846. Southern roots shine with shrimp and grits, quail, Charleston she-crab soup. $$$
Indigo, Continental; 2637 Erie Ave., Hyde Park, (513) 321-9952. Fresh salads, pizzas, pastas and sandwiches are Indigo's focus. $$$
Laszlo's Iron Skillet, Continental; 6900 Valley Lane, Newtown, (513) 561-6776. Serves unique continental cuisine and weekly specials. $$
Nectar, American;
1000 Delta Ave., Mount Lookout, (513) 929-0525. Menu changes
frequently, but expect smoked salmon benedict, goetta melts, shrimp
fritters. $$$
Pera,
Meditteranean; 1026 Delta Ave., Mount Lookout, (513) 371-5195. Cuisine
from both coasts of the Mediterranean, from savory lamb to refreshing
salads. $$$
Precinct; 311 Delta Ave., Columbia Tusculum, (513) 321-5454. Steak is king here; dishes are named for Joe Nuxhall and Marvin Lewis. $$$$
Quarter Bistro, Continental; 6904 Wooster Pike, Mariemont, (513) 271-5400. Savor steaks, seafood, pork, pasta, poultry. $$$$
Terry's Turf Club, American; 4618 Eastern Ave., Linwood, (513) 533-4222. Known for gourmet burgers and distinctive neon décor. $$
Wine
Guy Bistro, Italian, Continental; 2692 Madison Road, Suite K1, Norwood,
(513) 834-5712. Learn about wine; enjoy small plates such as cheese with
fruit compote, chicken marsala and bacon-wrapped prawns. $$$
Northeast
Amma's Kitchen, Indian; 7633 Reading Road, Roselawn, (513) 821-2021. Vegetarian Indian cuisine. $$
Antonio's, Italian; 7165 Liberty Centre Drive, West Chester, (513) 755-7242. Upscale Italian dining. $$$
Aroma,
Japanese; 7875 Montgomery Road, Kenwood, (513) 791-0950. Try the
standard sushi offerings or entrées such as coconut chicken. $$$
Café Bella, Mediterranean; 5948 Snider Road, Mason, (513) 770-4141. Soups, salads, entrées, desserts inspired by Mediterranean life. $$$
Carlo & Johnny, Steakhouse;
9769 Montgomery Road, Montgomery, (513) 936-8600. Old Hollywood glamour
accompanies Jeff Ruby's steaks; also sushi, seafood, ribs. $$$$
Eddie Merlot's, Seafood, Steakhouse;
10808 Montgomery Road, Montgomery, (513) 489-1212. Exceptional
prime-aged steak, an extensive selection of fine wine and an array of
fresh bread. $$$$
Embers, Steakhouse;
8170 Montgomery Road, Madeira, (513) 984-8090. Choose from sushi and
continental favorites such as New York Strip, baby back ribs, seared sea
scallops and lobster tail. $$$$
Germano's, Italian;
9415 Montgomery Road, Montgomery, (513) 794-1155. Authentic Italian
cuisine features pasta, seafood, chicken and veal dishes. $$$
Golden Lamb Inn, American; 27
S. Broadway, Lebanon, (513) 932-5065. Eatery at Ohio's oldest hotel has
roast turkey, pork chops, salmon, leg of lamb and much more. $$$
Jag's, Steakhouse, Seafood;
5980 West Chester Road, West Chester, (513) 860-5353 . Intimate
restaurant offers Kobe beef, sushi, Ahi tuna, lobster tails and an array
of steaks. $$$$
La Petite France, French;
3177 Glendale-Milford Road, Evendale, (513) 733-8383. French seafood,
chicken, rack of lamb, duck breast and filet mignon, in bistro and
private dining rooms. $$$$
Maggiano's Little Italy, Italian; 7875 Montgomery Road, Kenwood, (513) 794-0670. Family-sized portions of Southern Italian cuisine. $$$
Montgomery Inn, Barbecue; 9440
Montgomery Road, Montgomery, (513) 791-3482. Cincinnati's favorite
ribs, along with chicken, fish, steak and sandwiches, in the
restaurant's original location. $$$
Parker's Blue Ash Grill, Steakhouse; 4200 Cooper Road, Blue Ash, (513) 891-8300. Pasta, salad, steak and chicken for lunch and dinner. Sunday brunch. $$$
Polo Grille, Continental;
5035 Deerfield Blvd., Mason, (513) 701-7656. On the grounds of the
original Cincinnati Polo Club; pizza, pasta, seafood, steak and chicken.
$$$
Relish Modern Tapas; 5947
Deerfield Blvd., Mason, (513) 204-6925. The Spanish tradition of small
plates is enhanced by world cuisines. Meat, chicken, seafood and
vegetarian options available. $$$
Tandoor Cuisine of India, Indian; 8702 Market Place Lane, Montgomery, (513) 793-7484. Savory clay oven dishes of meat, poultry and breads. Exotic curries. $$
Tony's, Steakhouse; 12110
Montgomery Road, Loveland, (513) 677-1993. Savor steaks, seafood and
Mediterranean entrées while live jazz music sets the mood. $$$$
Trio, American; 7565 Kenwood Road, Kenwood, (513) 984-1905. Sandwiches, soups, pastas, specialty pizza, steaks and fresh seafood. $$$
Vincenzo's, Italian;
11525 Chester Road, Sharonville, (513) 771-0022. This upscale
neighborhood restaurant also offers a private room for up to 60 guests.
$$$
The Works, Italian, American; 20 Grear Millitzer Lane, Loveland, (513) 697-8408. Variety of brick-oven pizzas and other casual menu items. $$$
Northwest
Fox &
Hound Pub & Grille, American; 5113 Bowen Drive, Mason, (513)
229-7921. With plenty of beer specials, a patio and pool room, this
neighborhood spot is a great place to wind down. $
Grand Finale, American;
3 E. Sharon Ave., Glendale, (513) 771-5925. Lunch and dinner include
American and international cuisines, as well as highly acclaimed
desserts. Brunch is offered on Sundays. $$$
Half Day
Café, American; 1 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming, (513) 821-2323. Serving
traditional breakfast and lunch, with specialty items like the chicken
and brie quesadilla or orange stuffed French toast. $
Iron Horse, American;
40 Village Square, Glendale, (513) 772-3333. The downstairs serves
upscale fare while a tavern operates upstairs at the 1800s historic
spot. $$$
Pappadeaux,
Seafood; 11975 North West Blvd., Springdale, (513) 671-4473. Oysters,
shrimp, alligator, lobster, crab and etouffee. $$$
Vinoklet Winery, Steakhouse; 11069 Colerain Ave., Colerain, (513) 385-9309. Grill your own steak at this working winery and restaurant. $$$
The White House Inn, American; 4940 Mulhauser Road, Hamilton, (513) 860-1110. "Heartland cooking." $$$
West
Cancun, Mexican; 6385 Glenway Ave., Cheviot, (513) 574-1639. Traditional Mexican fare, vegetarian options. $$
Henke Winery, American;
3077 Harrison Ave., Westwood, (513) 662-9463. Henke's own wine with
salmon, steak, herb grilled chicken breast, filet mignon or pizza. $$$
Honey, Continental; 4034 Hamilton Ave., Northside, (513) 541-4300. This casual, fine dining spot pairs wines with an ever-changing menu. $$$
Ko-Sho,
Japanese; 4172 Hamilton Ave., Northside. (513) 665-4950. Sushi and
Japanese teriyaki, tempura, noodles and pot dishes. $$
Maury's Tiny Cove, American, Steakhouse; 3908 Harrison Ave., Cheviot, (513) 662-2683. Sandwiches, seafood, chicken, steak or ribs. $$
Melt, American; 4165 Hamilton Ave., Northside, (513) 681-6358. "Eclectic deli": many vegetarian options in gourmet sandwiches and salads. $
Nick
and Tom's Restaurant and Bar, American; 5774 Bridgetown Road,
Bridgetown, (513) 574-4242. Offers classic dishes like New York Strip
and ribs with signature entrées. $$
Primavista, Italian; 810 Matson Place, Price Hill, (513) 251-6467. With a stunning view, this romantic spot has pasta, seafood and steak. $$$$
Vitor's Bistro, Intercontinental; 3232 Harrison Ave., Westwood, (513) 481-5333. Try the award-winning French toast. $$$
Northern Kentucky
Behle Street Café, American; 50 E. RiverCenter Blvd., Covington, (859) 291-4100. American classics with signature martinis. $$
Bellevue Bistro, American; 313 Fairfield Ave., Bellevue, (859) 581-5600. Menu changes monthly for seasonal ingredients and dishes. $
Blinkers
Tavern, Continental; 318 Greenup St., Covington, (859) 360-0840.
Italian pastas, burgers, BBQ baby back ribs, Cajun chicken. $$
Bouquet Restaurant & Wine Bar, American; 519 Main St., Covington, (859) 491-7777. Pair wine from the extensive bar with entrées such as sea scallops or game hen. $$$
Brio Tuscan Grille, Italian; 1 Levee Way, Newport, (859) 431-0900. Lasagna, veal marsala, pasta alla vodka, Tuscan filet in the dining room or patio. $$$$
Chez Nora, American, Cajun; 530 Main St., Covington, (859) 491-8027. Crab cakes, sandwiches, steak and pasta. $$
The
Classy Pig, Barbeque; 214 Elm St., Ludlow, (859) 491-7675. Tender and
flavorful; enjoy hickory smoked BBQ ribs and brisket, as well as burgers
and smoked chicken. $
Dee Felice Café, Cajun;
529 Main St., Covington, (859) 261-2365. Enjoy live jazz while eating
deep-fried oysters, etouffee, Cajun chicken, tournedos and more. $$$
Dewey's, Pizza; 1 Levee Way, Newport, (859) 431-9700. Seven locations for gourmet pizza and salad. $$
Grandview
Tavern & Grille, American; 2220 Grandview Drive, Fort Mitchell,
(859) 341-8439. Classic dishes with a gourmet twist. $$$
Greyhound Tavern, American; 2500 Dixie Highway, Fort Mitchell, (859) 331-3767. Steak, fish, chicken and meatloaf. $$
Hofbräuhaus, German; 200 E. Third St., Newport, (859) 491-7200. Authentic Bavarian food and beer at the first Hofbräuhaus in the U.S. $$
Molly Malone's