I made brunch reservations because I thought they'd be really busy on a Saturday but there were a lot of empty seats at noon. Hopefully that was just due to the rainy weather! I ordered the blueberry pancake fritters for the table to share as an appetizer and everyone enjoyed them. For brunch our table had a couple of omelettes, a bowl of potato soup, a meatloaf sandwich, and chicken & waffles. I would say everything was good but nothing was really great, no real standouts. The restaurant was clean and I like the modern diner decor. I just wouldn't call it "fine" diner and bar like their name. read more

Cap City Fine Diner & Bar - Diners Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Stopped in for lunch with the family. Interesting theme upscale diner. The food was fine came as described but really not that interesting. The waitress did a solid job and the highlight of the meal were the blueberry pancake fritters. Highly Recommend ordering these when you go. Overall a solid B, I would go back if I was in the area read more

Cap City Fine Diner & Bar - Meatloaf melt - Diners Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Ordered: quiche, fish and chips Parking: street parking or paid parking lot Our server was amazing! It was our first time and we were an indecisive but she gave us plenty of time and checked up on us at least 3 times. She was very attentive throughout our dining experience. It's a new restaurant right next to UC- it's very clean and feels like an old time diner. We went for brunch on Saturday- it wasn't busy and we were seated immediately. They gave complimentary house bread- cinnamon sugar sweet rolls- divine! The food came out fairly quickly and hot. The quiche served with a side of fruit and salad was well seasoned. The size of the quiche is bit small for the price. The fish and chips were crispy. The Cole slaw was a bit on the sweeter side. There might have been inconsistency in serving sizes based on photos. We were 2 people dining and got 3 dinner rolls but I've seen photos of 4 dinner rolls. We were served 4 pieces of fish but I saw photos of 3 pieces. Overall, I wouldn't say this is exactly a brunch spot but is good for classics American lunches and dinner. read more

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My husband and I discovered Cap City Fine Diner & Bar when our daughter was admitted to Cincinnati Children's. We really needed a break from the room while she was sleeping. First let me start with the staff and the ambiance. The decor is fun and charming, and the staff is amazingly friendly and empathetic. In fact, when they heard what brought us in to dine, they prepared a special appetizer for us. I thought I was going to cry. Now onto the star of the night: the food. First, when offered bread, say yes. You will love it! Warm and buttery and not a huge amount that takes away from your appetite. Next, we shared the Blue Cheese Potato Chips and Warm Pretzel. They were both delicious. Neither my husband nor I ever tasted a pretzel that good! For my entree, I ordered the Crab Cakes Blue Plate Special while my husband ordered the Romano Crusted Chicken. Yum! (I tried both dishes.) The Crab Cakes were huge and flavorful and just the right portion size overall. The Romano Crusted Chicken was tender with a light, crispy breading and delicious cream sauce. I highly recommend both dishes, and if you're looking for a dish that's shareable, the Romano Cruated Chicken is perfect! And while we were much too full for dessert, we ordered one to share anyway: the Chocolate Malt Diner Pie. A true treat for the taste buds! Our server recommended this option, and she didn't let us down i highly recommend this item as well, though I hear their shakes are also incredible. We'll just have to come back after life calms down a bit All in all, Cap City is a gem with terrific staff and a delectable menu. I highly recommend you stop in to give it a try. read more

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Very cute fine diner vibe place that they put on UC's campus. Was not extremely crowded for a Saturday night, but the restaurant is newer. The blue cheese potato chips were yummy, a generous mountain of chips with a Alfredo sauce. They were out of Pinot Grigio when I went. Had a glass of wine and the chicken Caesar salad. The chicken cutlets were delicious and the perfect amount of dressing on the salad. Other menu options looked good that I'll have to go back and try when in town. Definitely a great spot for parents weekend at UC or to go with friends. read more

Cap City Fine Diner & Bar - Chicken Milanese Caesar - Diners Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I discovered the other day that they've finally opened! We are huge fans of Cap City Diner and when in Columbus, we at least order a slice of their 24K Carrot Cake to go if we don't find time to dine there. Sammy, our waitress was superb! She and Brad, the manager, were very friendly and informative to our questions about any and everything about the opening of our favorite diner. The lighting was a bit dark this evening, that I couldn't read the menu well enough with my readers. Thankfully, I pretty much knew the menu. We weren't that hungry but ordered the Hot and Sour Calamari appetizer ($16) and salads as our entree. The Two Apple Spinach Salad ($11) for him, and Wedge of Iceberg ($10) for me. We just wanted to experience this place in our residential town. No disappointments here. As always, we topped our meal with the 24K Carrot Cake ($10), even though the Apple Pie was very tempting. We are always satisfied with presentation, pace and taste with Cap City Diner. We'll see you again, soon! read more

Cap City Fine Diner & Bar - Diners Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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We were celebrating my son's 15th birthday and the experiece exceeded my expectations. The atmosphere is beautiful and everyone was friendly. From the time we arrived and were greeted by the hosts to our OUTSTANDING waitress, we felt very welcomed. All of our guests enjoyed their food and experience. Orders included the brocolli and cheese soup, burgers, salmon salad, beef stroganoff and fish and chips. Everything was delicious. Thank you to all the staff for ensuring an awesome dining experience. read more

Cap City Fine Diner & Bar - Diners Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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I'm sitting here eating my leftovers from Cap City Fine Diner and it reminded me to get this review going. The headline here is that Cap City adds a great option in the Heights neighborhood around UC. A bit more upscale than some of the bars and restaurants that attract the thousands of students in the area, but not so much that you'd be afraid to go there. The place is brand new, and sits adjacent to a soon-to-open hotel. We tried the Blue Cheese Potato Chips ($12.99) as a starter. Delicious, and the blue cheese is not strong. It was a bit much for 2 people as a starter - would be great for 3-4 or more to share as a snack (Would be amazing to snack on if you were having drinks at the bar). For dinner we shared the open faced Philly Steak sandwich and fries ($15.99). The fries were a nice surprise - great seasoning and fresh. The sandwich was big. Overall, seemed like a good value for a dine-in experience. We also had the Spicy Shrimp Pasta, which I just finished a couple days later. It was as good reheated as it was that night. A generous portion for $21.99. All in, while it's not the kind of cheap eats you'll find in some divier places around UC, the overall value was surprisingly good. After dry January, I hope to come back and try some cocktails! read more

Cap City Fine Diner & Bar - Front door. - Diners Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I've been to Cap City in Columbus many times, but didn't realize we had a location in Cincinnati! You can always count on this place to serve you a solid meal. The outside looks great with the flowers and lighting. Service was friendly and welcoming. Our favorite bites were the warm pretzel and beer cheese, Romano crusted chicken, and the chicken Milanese Caesar salad. It wasn't very crowded on a Saturday evening- hoping this place is where to stay! read more

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A great unique dining experience, with upscale diner food. The red booths and 1950's vibes are present. The staff is very attentive and kind. The portions are huge, so don't be afraid to share. Everything is very hearty. I enjoyed the California Club most, which had a nice twist with the addition of guacamole. The desserts are probably the best part, so save room! My only complaint is that the lighting was very dim. read more

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Eek so excited that Cap City is now in Cincinnati! I went years ago in Columbus and was so excited to try this new location. They have a similar vibe, with a lot of old school kitsch. I went on a Tuesday, so got to try their chicken pot pie blue plate special (only available on Tuesdays). It was sooo good. The puff pastry was light and crisp, the chicken tender, and the sauce delicious. But if you come, you must order the blue cheese chips as an app. I know it sounds weird, but it IS AMAZING. read more

Cap City Fine Diner & Bar - Are when you enter - Diners Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Service was great, asked for feel the next time you visit. He took care of me on a Saturday afternoon for lunch. I had no expectations, but the ambience is nice. This reminds me of a elevated family restaurant such as Frish's you're from Cincinnati. This means it's family friendly or you can go out with girlfriends to have cocktails. I had a Bellini and the 513 Cosmo, which were really good and the smoked salmon which packed flavor and it had capers in the cream cheese, which was good. Everything was fresh which quality is my middle name. It's also in the Celare hotel so if you come after 4 PM, you can eat downstairs or opt to eat on the rooftop with a different menu of course. They are on a corner in Clifton so it's great for people watching while you enjoy some of your childhood favorites. The menu holds lots of flavor and doesn't lack options. read more

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Very cool addition to the Clifton area. Very familiar with Dublin Cap City and Cincy does not disappoint. Great drink menu, large selection of lunch and dinner meals! Only challenge is parking (area feels a bit "under construction" so just head to the garage behind and use their app! read more

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A pretty good diner. The food was fine and some were very good. It's a chain down from CBus and in the Mitchell restaurant group. That being said it's such a great looking restaurant. It's pretty large, and most of it looks like you're in a diner right out of the 1950's America. The staff were super friendly and the service was quite fast. We were seated in a very spacious and comfortable booth and its "vintage" diner decor with comfy looking red covered bar stools. There was outside seating which will be perfect for the warmer months, still if you wanted all the sunlight, they closed it and it was down right toasty on this 20 degree morning. We went for brunch and their menu was more lunch centric but there were enough breakfast entrees for a guest wanting the most important meal of the day. We started with the blue cheese chips and some brunch cocktails. For entrees we got the breakfast burrito, fish and chips and the Romano crusted chicken. The chips were great paired with the tangy earthiness of that bleu cheese. Be warned that the portions for the "big plates" are huge and true to size, lol. The fish was good though it could be crispier, I think it's their breading because I had left overs and threw them in a fryer, wasn't quite able to crisp them up perfectly. The Romano chicken was as good as Cheese Cake factories, yeah yeah another chain but that crusted Romano is pretty darn good. Anyway, Cap City is a very good choice for brunch or dinner plus, great service with awesome decor. read more

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Standard Cameron Mitchell good experience. Good menu and comfortable atmosphere. Good service. Average menue price $16.28 read more

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Hubby and I tried out Cap City for Restaurant Week. I really liked the decor and some of the older items on display. Haven't seen a Charles Chips canister in ages and I'd not seen Log Cabin syrup in a metal container that looked like a log cabin. They stopped making them before I was born. One of my fave's was the team photo of the Reds when they won the World Series back in 1976 when they had the Big Red Machine. It definitely looked like an elevated style diner and the food was too. We both started out with their chicken soup of the day. Delicious and full of flavor! I tried the meatloaf. However, I asked for light amount of gravy and it was swimming in it. It was ultra rich too. The fried chicken was excellent!! We both ordered a slice of their "Seriously Big Chocolate Cake"! They weren't kidding! We had to save one of the pieces to go! Josh was our waiter - he was both friendly and helpful! read more

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Staff is very nice! Our server was the sweetest! I got the wings the sauce is sooo good. Nice space and has a couple areas to accommodate large parties read more

Came here for family dinner on their opening night! There restaurant is very spacious, almost too big for the amount of customers, making it feel a little empty. I actually enjoyed how the restaurant was lit, a little dim, but not too dark. Unfortunately, the food was very underwhelming. We found a hair in one of the salads which grossed us out a bit, which was handled very gracefully by the staff. Flavor did seem to be lacking in almost all the dishes we tried. The rolls, however, were delicious!! The service was great! There was a lot of staff there so we never had to wait, which was very nice. Overall, the restaurant was very clean and the staff were very friendly and helpful. However, the food and the hair did let us down. read more

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Excited to see this Columbus staple in Cincy. It was surprisingly not crowded on a Saturday evening and I can only guess people don't know it's open yet. The service from Caroline was excellent. Dinner was delicious and I appreciated the special touches like offering gluten free rolls. Crab cakes were my favorite, but I'll be back to try some of the other daily specials. Cocktails were wonderfully made and I really enjoyed the strawberry basil lemonade. Jeremy is the BEST bartender, make sure you try his mixes! read more

First time here-group has brunch. What a variety of offerings. We did all stick to brunch. Two quiches - lots of spinach and just the right amounts of cheese. Eggs Benedict looked good. Five of our group had the 4 egg omelette- 2 swapped the ham for bacon and that was declared good. The people who got ham were happy too. One had a child with us and Kee, our server, was more than accommodating to get the plain French Toast requested. Kee took care of us very well with refills and just cert attentive. Love the decor and music, great atmosphere. Definitely a place to return to. I hear the carrot cake is excellent but was too full today to try it. read more

Welcome to Cincinnati Cap City Diner! We tried this new spot out this evening and we were impressed. It's nice to have a higher end spot near UC, something that has been lacking in recent years. I'm sure they will be hopping once the hotel opens. We had the blue cheese chips, the philly steak sandwich, and the shrimp pasta. Everything was very good and huge portions. The margarita was tasty too, very fresh. The service was prompt and friendly. The decor is cool, and fun to look at. We parked in the garage next door, which was a complicated process, but a nice garage. Anyway, stop by for a much needed upscale spot in Clifton! read more

Whats not to love? From appetizers to entrees to dessert - every bite was amazing! We have been there 3 times and the staff is over the top friendly! read more

Excited for another new restaurant in the area. Had lunch with my mother in law and we tried so many things and also had so many leftovers! The shrimp cocktail was so good and the Louis sauce was to die for! I had the meatloaf and it was hearty! My mother inlaw had a cheesesteak and loved it. read more

Cap City Fine Diner & Bar - Diners Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

As this is a 2 rating, let me start with the positives of Cap City Fine Diner because you may very well not share my opinion of the things I didn't like, so maybe it's worth a go. So the positives. From a facilities standpoint, it is a brand new restaurant in the University of Cincinnati area and has a spacious interior, a nice bar, many TVs showing sports, and nice bathrooms. All of the features are nicely done. They have a great website that shows all the menus for brunch, lunch, dinner, and specials and guides on how to make reservations and order online. So they are rocking on the digital media standpoint. Their menu has items for just about everyone and a nice bar menu as well. They have gluten free alternatives if you desire that as well. Our waitress was very nice and attentive. The hostesses were very nice as well. They brought out warm buttered rolls to the table as the evening began. At this point, you may wonder why I rated it a 2. First, let me give my basis for a 2. A 2 means for me is if someone recommends we go there, I would actively recommend we go somewhere else as there are many dining options around Cincinnati. So why would I recommend an alternative? 1. Parking. Unless luck is in your favor, you will have to park in a parking garage and pay over $10. Also, the parking process at the neighboring garage with bar code scans, assigned parking and app setup was quite frustrating for a one time dining experience. 2. We were seated in the patio area. Given it was 25F outside and the fact that there are small gaps between the roll-up doors, it made for an unpleasant environment. The radiant heaters in the ceiling kept the top part warm, but my legs were so cold I had to put my jacket around them. This is not a "fine dining" environment. Also, just inside the window, in the indoor seating area, a booth for 4 sat empty the entire time, so there was an option to not sit in the oddly temperature controlled patio. I saw a couple of tables asked to be relocated. I don't expect the customers to have to tell management that the area is uncomfortable. 3. Other than some cosmetic references, this is not any version of a "Diner", fine or otherwise, that I would consider accurate as the restaurant name indicated. I absolutely LOVE diners and visit in almost every location I travel to. The ambience, vibe, decor, and food in no way reminded me of diner. Upscale American food is more accurate. For me, if something is important enough to put in the restaurant name, like Pizza, Burger, Fried Chicken, Diner, etc. then the restaurant should 100% honor that in offering and vibe. Not the case here. I concede this may not be relavent to many people. 4. The food. Overall the food was just ok. I ordered coffee. There were coffee grounds in the bottom of the cup, which is a brewing problem. My nice waitress brought me a second cup which was good. I ordered the Balsamic Chicken. On the positive side it came with 2 skin-on roasted chicken breasts which is an upscale touch. But the spinach, peppers and mushrooms side item was barely a garnish in quantity. My wife had the crab cakes and they were on the smallish side, but the bigger issue was the green beans were al dente to the point of barely cooked. On paper these dishes were well conceived as Fine Dining offerings, but not well executed. I would say that if parking weren't an issue (maybe I work on UC campus and can walk over for lunch), and if I sat in the comfortable interior, and the food was executed well, I would probably be at a rating of 4, but none of this was the case during my visit. read more

This place is IT! Omg was I suprised at how delicious it was. The restaurant has such a cool vibe. Classic diner but upscale. Our server was on top of it and very kind. Cannot wait to come back and try more. The chips, oh my those might be the best appetizer I've ever had. We are stuffed and still have half of each sandwich left. Fries also were delicious. We will absolutely be back! read more

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Stopped by for dinner after a UC basketball game. We parked on the street, but there is a parking garage about a block away. The hotel in front of the building will be opening in about a month or so and they will have valet the manager told us. The restaurant is gorgeous. We had the fish and chips. It was very good crispy and well seasoned. Also tried the strawberry basil lemonade which was not too tart or too sweet but just right. Huge portions. Service was excellent. Definitely will be back to try more items. read more

Cap City Fine Diner & Bar - Fish and Chips (4 pieces) with coleslaw - Diners Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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This place was phenomenal granite. They did just open, but the service was great. The food was even great. I was surprised that it was seasoned to perfection from the potatoes to the Egg white omelet the complementary cinnamon roll to the table the appetizer the drinks were just great granite. It is inside of a hotel. Well, I try it again yes can't wait to go back and try some other things on the menu. Basically cap city is on the bottom of the hotel is on the top so you will see people come throughout the restaurant with their luggage so please don't be alarmed. Well, I try it again yes can't wait to go back and try some other things on the menu. read more

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Table for 7 on a summer Saturday night. First, fantastic attitudes at the hostess stand. Friendly, welcoming and polite. Second, menu isn't that extensive, but trust me when I say "something for everyone ". We had a wide range of tastes at our table, and all were satisfied. Great cheeseburger. Wonderful chicken parm. Cesar salad could have used a bit more chicken. Drinks were strong, albeit slow to arrive. Not a server issue as I believe there was only one bartender that evening. Did not deter from the meal. Very nice bourbon selection. We sat on the patio and the atmosphere was pleasant and enjoyable. I think the best compliment you can give to a restaurant is to say you would come back, and we definitely will be back! A very enjoyable experience. read more

New place in Cinci! Was visiting my bearcat and always look for a new lunch place. This place has so much personality. Up to date nostalgia from the bar area to the bakery area. There's lots of seating booth or you could sit at table. Lots of local beer on tap. There's also plenty of shakes and malts that you could choose from lots of desserts. The food was really good. Worth a visit! We will be returning . This place is going to be super crowded when the weather gets warmer I guarantee it! read more

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Elevated diner food done exceptionally well. Had dinner here 3 nights in a week and enjoyed it all. Would highly recommend! read more

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So cool! Innovative take on classic diner food, with boozy milkshakes and abundant portions. read more

Cap City Fine Diner & Bar - Covered and heated patio - Diners Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Good, hearty food. Don't mind the calories though. Great, friendly service. Good place for families.

My wife and I were honored to be the first official Cap City guests at their grand opening on December 22, 2024. And while they were just getting their proverbial feet wet, our experience was nothing short of excellent. A great addition to the Cincinnati food scene, the diner-like ambiance was also warm and comforting on an early winter morning. Happy we dined, and we'll definitely be returning. Enjoy! read more

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I had my first visit to Olive & Ivy, and it was an unforgettable experience. The food, particularly the hummus, was outstanding, and our server's kindness, attentiveness, and thoughtful gestures made my celebration feel truly special. read more

Cap City Fine Diner & Bar - Diners Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Pretty good overall. The food was tasty and the service was good but not the best I've ever had. If I was in the area I'd try it again.

Very cool decor like an old diner meets modern sports bar. I had the old bay shrimp cocktail and the Caesar. It was probably the best Cesar I've ever had and you get like eight shrimp and your shrimp cocktail. My daughter got the avocado club and it was absolutely enormous. Definitely would recommend for lunch or dinner. read more

The food here is very good. I have had the fish and chips and the burger. I love their blue cheese salad. It is a little more expensive than most diners, but it is worth it for the high quality food and excellent service. Try their chocolate cake!! Wow! read more

We had a wonderful experience at Cap City. All of the food was delicious . The meatloaf is a must try! Our child has several food allergies and they did an excellent job accommodating us . Chef Alex was great! He was able to make safe and delicious food ! He even went out and got a safe dessert for her ! We will be returning for sure ! read more

Now we have eaten at Cap City at least a dozen times since it opened, because it is walkable from our sons' apartment building. Tonight will be our last visit, which is a shame cause I wanted to try the brunch menu. While the food is good, desserts are yummy, and the portion sizes are decent, the service is hit or miss. When it misses, it's bad. Tonight I had to flag down a manager for drink refills since our waitress had spent the last 10+ minutes talking to another table after telling us who would get us more water and drinks. One of my pet peeves is when servers are refilling your drink and hold the glass by the top where your mouth goes. It's gross. But the main reason I will not return is the charging. On two separate instances, the amount charged has been more than the listed menu price. For instance, the pot pie had an additional charge for the buttermilk-chive potatoes which came with it per menu description. The waitress told me that the way it rings up. When I mentioned it on the way out, the manager didn't act surprised. Then tonight, we were charged for refills of my Arnold Palmer, which we have never been charged before and one of us usually orders one. While I appreciate that this is trying to be an upscale restaurant, it is dinner food in a hotel in Clifton, which doesn't make it fancy. read more

Atmosphere is amazing, very intimate and relaxing. Service was also top notch, drinks always refilled and amazing job at keeping the table clear. The portions are huge and very filling. This is a welcome addition to the neighborhood. read more