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    Court Street Kitchen

    4.6 (101 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Eileen B.

    The food and service is exceptional I can see why it was number 8 on Yelps list We went with a couple and we ordered different things I ordered the branzino with olive tampenade and roasted carrots My hubby got the chicken cassoulet with white beans Our friends ordered salmon and the filet We all were very happy We also got the bread basket and the arancino balls Only downfall the music and the restaurant was so hot

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    Joanne T.

    We made reservations for a Saturday night. They do offer valet parking. Lots of outdoor seating when the weather is nice. The service was wonderful and our server was very attentive. Menu does change occasionally. The food was delicious and we loved every dish we ordered. Their house-made pasta is a must.

    Could barely see my table top and music was super loud.

    The food was way too salty. The appetizers and my main course (my children also complained about it being too salty). For four people with a charge close to $300 (not including the tip) I really expected better. The shrimp scampi and the lemon chicken (they also forgot a lemon with my daughter's order) were the ones that had way too much salt. The prawns were overly salty too. We weren't drinking customers, we were there to eat and spend good money. At least the service was okay. Not to mention getting there was kind of terrifying with half naked women walking just a block down the street from here and cars wafting weed smell and cigarette smoke. We will avoid downtown especially when it comes to taking my children out for dinner on Mother's Day. Downtown Cincinnati is turning into a shit hole. And it's taking every restaurant with it.

    Carolyn B.

    Tried Court Street Kitchen for brunch. The cocktails were 1/2 half off for women for an hour or so which was nice. I opted for the Country Side Breakfast which consisted of scrambled eggs, roasted potatoes, roasted tomatoes, bacon, and grilled sourdough bread, plus I added poached lobster. Gave my bacon to hubby. It was very filling and delicious! For dessert, we ordered the Olive Oil Cake, as I'd never had it before. It, too, was filling and tasty. It was a little chilly for outside, but a little bit louder than I prefer on the inside. May try it for dinner sometime as what they offer sounded very good.

    ABC salad: Apple, Bacon, Cheddar, Peppercorn Ranch
    Renate B.

    We ordered half the menu and plan on going back for more. It was delicious. Our server Jorge was awesome. It was such a great spot and the valet was so nice. A great pre-broadway show spot. Can't wait to go back

    Arancini appetizer
    Ariana B.

    My husband and I went here for an early dinner on a Sunday and this place was incredible! For apps we got the arancini and the chili garlic prawns. Both were delicious and served quickly. We ordered the branzino and roasted lemon chicken and shared the green beans. Everything was seasoned well and cooked perfectly. For dessert we got the chocolate gelato and tiramisu. Those were amazing as well. The restaurant itself is really pretty and gives the vibes of being in Miami. The DJ was a nice touch with good music without being too loud to enjoy a conversation. Our waitress, Taylor, was attentive and did a very good job. She made sure our drinks were refilled and was very pleasant. We will absolutely return in the future!

    Scallops
    Amy D.

    We had outstanding service again. This time we ordered the Arancini and Scallops. We feel this Arancini is the best in the city! They were huge and perfectly fried with a lot of gooey cheese inside and a lovely topping of basil. The acidic tomato sauce is the perfect compliment to the rich arancini. The scallops were perfectly cooked and the carrot and corn puree was divine. The house martini was very good. I would order it again.

    Happy hour oysters & a drink!
    Moriah T.

    This place is absolutely delicious. I love a raw bar & they have some fantastic fresh oysters. I came here for my birthday a few months ago with 5 girlfriends & then returned again recently for a short happy hour visit because I was craving their scallops again. We got a bunch of their appetizers when I was there for my birthday & there wasn't one thing I didn't love that we ordered. The service is professional & the inside is fancy. I'd consider this a finer dining experience for Cincinnati & will be back again the next time I want high quality seared scallops & happy hour oysters!

    Espresso martini
    Patrice B.

    Visited Court Street for a friend's birthday and was pleasantly surprised this placed wasn't packed! It's right in the heart of court street with metered parking in front of the restaurant. The decor is stunning and the seating is very comfortable. I arrived early to check out the happy hour menu and enjoyed a delicious espresso martini and a mule. For dinner I tried the ABC salad with salmon which was great, but I would opt for chicken since the dressing is a special ranch and will likely pair better with chicken. My friends all loved their meals as well. They tried the lemon chicken, salmon, and steak dishes. With it being my girlfriend's birthday they brought her the olive oil cake with a sparkling candle. Such a nice touch. The menu is a little pricey but it's fairly consistent with other restaurants downtown. We will be back!

    Burger was delicious- fries and garlic aioli was amazing
    Emily I.

    Great food and service. The espresso martini and Bloody Mary were great. We sat right next to the DJ and the music was so loud we couldn't hear one another. It was a little fatiguing.

    Sandra F.

    I give this place more than a five star rating. My Mr. was looking for a place that specializes in oysters for our 9 year anniversary. He stumbled on Court Street and read the reviews. He was sold and wanted to take me here. Originally he wanted to take me to Atwood but they were booked. I'm so glad we came here instead. We had reservations for Saturday night. It was super busy. Reservations are highly recommended. Kelly was our server and hands down one of the best. She was very attentive and down to earth. She took the time to go over the whole menu and answered all our questions . I love the vibe, atmosphere and decor! Very welcoming and beautiful inside. They do have outdoor seating as well. Their menu is mixed American-Italian-Mediterranean Fusion. It's the best way I can describe. Mainly seafood but they do have vegetarian, Chicken and meat options. Also their dishes are tapas style. Which is shareable. Drink menu also paired well with the meals. Full bar. Here's what we ordered: Drinks: -231 Field Recordings Chenin Blanc Dinner: -Oysters of the day (6) east coast -Canada, west coast Washington state -Grilled oysters -Ahi tuna tataki -AGLIO E OLIO-Tagliolini, Garlic Olive Oil, Crushed Red Pepper -Branzino- grilled white fish with roasted potatoes, broccolini, heirloom carrot, finished w/ tomato and olive tapenade Dessert: -Olive oil Cake All the meals came out in sync. I especially loved the oysters! We ordered the east and west coast. Very fresh and shucked to perfection. All the others followed by that was amazing! You definitely get what you pay for. Our branzino (mild fish) was delicious! You can go to place and always get salmon, but this you have to try because it's unique. Last was our dessert! Unexpected and I was surprised! That was so nice of them to treat us to olive oil cake. Was so good! Thank you Court street Kitchen for taking care of us. Everything was incredible! I can't wait to tell my friends and definitely coming back to try the other items on the menu.

    Main bar area and seating
    Josh W.

    I was looking for a good place for oysters for my lady and I to celebrate our nine year anniversary when I found this spot here on Yelp. Glad I found it because it was absolutely amazing! I'd give this place SIX stars if I could because the experience was so good. The food was epic, the service was extraordinary, and the atmosphere was very relaxed. I'd describe the cuisine as a mixture of French, Italian, and Mediterranean and done VERY well. I made reservations for a Saturday evening, and I'd recommend making reservations, because they got busy FAST. Their menu isn't overly huge but features lots of exquisite options. Their libations menu is very nice especially for wine lovers. Our server, Kelly, was the BEST. She took the time to go over the menu with us and made recommendations based on what she enjoys most. Here's what we got: Drinks: -231 Field Recordings Chenin Blanc Dinner: -Oysters of the day (6) east coast -Canada, west coast Washington state -Grilled oysters -Ahi tuna tataki -AGLIO E OLIO-Tagliolini, Garlic Olive Oil, Crushed Red Pepper -Branzino- grilled white fish with roasted potatoes, broccolini, heirloom carrot, finished w/ tomato and olive tapenade Dessert: -Olive oil Cake The oysters came out first, expertly shucked, and I was surprised how well the west coast oysters went with the cocktail sauce topped with fresh horseradish. Then the grilled oysters, ahi tuna tataki, and aglio e olio came out. The grilled oysters were outstanding! The aglio e olio seems like such a simple dish but tasted phenomenal. The ahi tuna tataki was prepared so well that it practically melted in your mouth. Last, was the grilled branzino. It was grilled to perfection and we couldn't stop raving about it. So moist and flaky! We originally didn't have room for dessert, but Kelly brought out a slice of olive oil cake in celebration of our anniversary, along with a couple glasses of red wine (a French Cabernet for my lady, a Cotes Du Rhone for me). We thanked Kelly numerous, and we're naturally huggers, so we both gave her a hug for her awesome service and just being a wonderful person. They truly take good care of you here and it shows. Plus you truly get what you pay for, not just the quality of the food, but in the overall experience. I would definitely recommend this place for a good celebratory splurge meal.

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    Dale H.

    First time dining here, and we enjoyed it. Adam provided great service! He explained things clearly and paced the meal perfectly. We were also there during happy hour and had reduced prices on our wine. My hubby enjoyed the arancini app, while I went with the oysters. Yum! Our mains were the aragosta pasta and branzino. The pasta sauce was the star, and the seafood was cooked nicely. I liked the branzino, but I could have gone without the olive garnish. Overall it made the dish salty. I love a crispy skin on my fish. A part was crispy, though I think a large part of the skin lost its crispiness due to the sauce. The highlight of the meal was our service!

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