What an experience and fun time. Very friendly staff. Just a very neat experience. We got the prime…read morerib and it was pretty darn good. Baked potatoe was perfect as we're the green beans. Cheesecake for dessert was awesome as was the pecan chocolate pie. So fun. Give the Cincinnati Dinner Train a ride. Enjoy

Amazing experience! Great food, amazing service, fun music! Historical, interesting a yummy!!!read more

Sacred Beast delivers an experience that feels both vibrant and thoughtfully composed. The ambiance…read morestrikes a beautiful balance between relaxed and energetic, with a music selection that creates an atmosphere you can settle into while still feeling inspired by the space around you. From the moment we arrived, the hostesses were warm and accommodating, and the service throughout the meal was attentive without ever feeling intrusive. As someone with gluten allergies, I felt genuinely cared for. The team listened closely and offered recommendations that never felt like a compromise on flavor or creativity. We began with a dirty chai latte, aromatic and comforting, though I personally would have enjoyed a touch more sweetness. The dirty French, customized gluten free, was rich, decadent and deeply satisfying. It felt indulgent in the best way and showcased the kitchen's ability to balance comfort with culinary intention. To go, we ordered the crunchy chicken nuggets, fries and lemon ricotta pancakes. The fries were outstanding, perfectly crisp and addictive. My husband loved the pancakes, light and flavorful with a bright citrus note. The gluten free nuggets were enjoyable, though they did not quite reach the level I expected compared to the rest of the menu. Overall, Sacred Beast offers a dining experience where hospitality and thoughtful cooking meet effortlessly. It is a place that respects dietary needs without sacrificing taste or creativity, and one I would gladly return to.

Finally tried Sacred Beast! We had heard a lot about and read great reviews-- seemed worthy of…read moreventuring to OTR to check it out. There was an FCC game that evening -- we did not realize that meant multitudes of orange clad fans vying for dinner before walking to the game. Luckily we had a reservation, so the three of us were seated quickly. We started with drinks, then ordered the lobster bisque fries with cheese curds to share, dirty French hamburger, gnocchi with a wine sauce and the fried chicken. All was tasty. Highest votes went to the fries and the Dirty French burger (would order these again!); next the chicken (some spicy crispy things came with it) and last the gnocchi. Service was casual and friendly but slow ("Is she ever going to come back?"), due to the game crowd no doubt. One drink took a good 20 minutes to arrive, but food came out without delay assisted by servers from the kitchen. Very casual. There are paid parking lots...but on a game night....be prepared to walk several blocks.

This is a pretty busy place and it's tiny inside, so if the weather isn't great you may not get a…read moreseat for a while. Service was friendly. We sat at the bar just before it filled up. It was cold outside so we didn't want to eat on the patio. I ordered a cosmo which was good, as well as the espresso martini. We had a burger, boneless wings in BBQ, fries and empanadas. Everything was decent. No complaints really. It wasn't something we are in a hurry to go back to though. Just decent bar food!

Stroll around Hyde Park and please grab a bite and a cocktail from here!! Saturday afternoon,…read morebeautiful weather, we saw this place and decided to give it a try. We were seated immediately at an adorable patio table. The place has a laid back and friendly vibe...all of the employees were super nice. I ordered a cosmo, he ordered a marg and both were on point! We had empanadas, which were so good...not greasy and stuffed with the ground beef and flavor! He tried their chicken taco and said it was amazing. It was the perfect little spot to pop in and enjoy a quick drink and an appetizer. Can't wait to come back and try the rest of the menu!

I reserved the chef's counter experience for a Friday evening alone and Wildweed exceeded all of my…read moreexpectations. I was greeted at the door with a small menu to precede the course themes and a glass of delicious sparkling wine. The restaurant was very warm, welcoming, and artistic. The mushrooms on the wall were stunning, and the themed pictures throughout gave it a down to earth feel. Everyone was so kind and the service was impeccable. I started the meal with a hot towel to clean my hands - it was this moment I knew I came for a treat. Each course was brought out in a timely manner, and explained thoroughly. The food was beautiful, complex, flavorful, and hearty. Each dish was crafted so meticulously. I could taste the passion for their craft with each bite. The drinks were also made perfectly. Overall, this was right in line with many Michelin starred restaurants I have dined in. I can't wait to come back and try the dining room menu. I hope that our city can support this restaurant and they will stay for a while. I'd love to come back for the chef's experience again when they seasonally change their menu. Thanks for a memorable meal, Wildweed.

I don't understand the hype around Wildweed…read more We walked in without a reservation and were able to sit at the bar. The bar scene itself was very boring, honestly one of the least interesting bar dining experiences I've had in a while. The food was mediocre and not memorable. The only dish I clearly remember, and probably the only one I would order again, was the watermelon salad. Everything else was fine at best, but nothing stood out or made me want to come back. I'm honestly surprised this restaurant is getting James Beard recognition. There are so many better places in the area, such as Colette, Baker's Table, and most notably Grist in Dayton, that feel far more deserving and seem to be overlooked. It makes me wonder if Wildweed has some kind of connection or ownership that helps it get more attention, because based on this visit, I don't see it.

Food is excellent on this Mother's Day. The filet was cooked properly and my wife enjoyed her…read morequiche. Service could have been better for attentiveness. The ambience was perfect for the day.

We came to Seasons 52 for Thanksgiving lunch. We had a 1:00 pm reservation…read more We arrived a little before 1; the place was packed! We were quickly seated and waited for our third. Once we were all in our places with bright shiny faces, we all ordered the thanksgiving special meal. It included just about everything you can imagine being served at Thanksgiving. Three pieces of white meat turkey, which was pretty tender. I small pile of dark meat pieces. Mashed potatoes and gravy, with the gravy covering the turkey and the potatoes. There was dressing, sweet potato casserole (?), green beans and cranberry sauce. It was a LOT of tasty food. Nothing was extraordinary, but it was all good. Oh, we ordered and I swear to goodness the food arrived moments later. I am sure they were moving a lot of these plates and had a process for quick turnaround, but I had to wonder if our plates had been sitting for a while. I suppose if they were it wasn't for long. Nothing was cold or congealed. It seems like their process was working. The meal came with a mini cake type thing in a jar. There were lots of options. Mark and I opted for the special pumpkin with ginger and Jen had s'mores chocolate. The pumpkin one was absolutely delicious. Jen let us try the chocolate one and let's just say I was very glad I opted for pumpkin. When the bill arrived the desserts were added on separately. I mentioned they should be included to our server, who said he would check. Now... it seems unlikely we were his first customers of the day and it seems odd that he would have the desserts added separately. He did check; I saw him. I also saw the person he was checking with shake her head 'yes'. He reran the checks without the desserts. I will say it was nice to have a traditional thanksgiving meal without the traditional thanksgiving fuss. Because the food was average at best and because we were initially charged for desserts that were supposed to be included in the price, this experience comes in with a solid three stars.

Excellent Food. Prices are reasonable for the level of food. Took my wife and children for her…read moreBirthday. They all enjoyed their food.

We were in the area so we stopped here for lunch. We've eaten dinner at the one in Liberty Twp so…read morewe knew the vibe was about wine. We tried the Grilled Mahi sandwich ($17.99) and the Soup & Sandwich combo ($19.99). A glass of wine was $11 and a soft drink was $4.99. $70 with tax and tip. The term "upscale" seems to have become a euphemism for "more expensive than you thought it was going to be". I rated it 3 stars for several reasons. First, the food tasted very salty, almost to the point of us sending it back but we didn't because we had been waiting almost 30 minutes and were hungry. The slow service was reason two. Reason three was the price point. Five bucks for a coke? Twenty bucks for a soup and sandwich? The food was OK but the value just wasn't there. And reason four was the noise level. It was so loud I couldn't take an incoming cell phone call. Having said all that, they didn't seem to be hurting for business on a Friday afternoon so all I can say is it seems there are a lot of people out there who really like the place. If you're one of them, I think you'll find this Coopers Hawk a great place for lunch or dinner.

I loved my experience at Maplewood! The staff was very friendly and the food was great. The…read moreambiance is super cool too and I love the design of the restaurant. The food was very fresh and I'd definitely order from here again. Check this out for brunch if you're in Cincinnati! I'll for sure be returning soon.

We discovered this place nearby our hotel and were looking for a good brunch spot. The reviews and…read moremenu looked good so we gave Maplewood Kitchen a try. The space is open, bright and well decorated making it very inviting for brunch. You order at the counter from the menus placed along the wall then food is delivered to your table. The various brunch items all sounded very inviting so I was having trouble deciding what to order. So I got a recommendation to try the Shakshuka. Not sure how to pronounce it but when it arrived it was just the right portion and quite tasty for brunch. It's a bowl with a red pepper sauce and feta cheese and kale along with eggs sunny side up. The dish is served with pita so you can do a little bit of dipping in the tasty sauce. To accompany our food we selected the mimosa service and bloody mary pitcher. A pitcher is just perfect for sharing. And the mimosa service was delightful. The server arrived with a bottle of Prosecco and small carafes of orange, grapefruit and blood orange juices to mix yourself. The food was fresh and tasty with prompt delivery of our food to our table. Not quite a full service restaurant since you have to order at the counter but still a nice experience located downtown.

Oh. My. Gosh. SO so good…read more We started with the lavender lemonade mocktail -- which I absolutely added tequila to -- and it was smooth, refreshing, and dangerously delicious. 10/10 would order again exactly the same way. For appetizers, we got the whipped feta. Delicious, creamy, and perfect for sharing -- but fair warning: avoid the peppers if you're not into a little kick. They sneak up on you! My friend and I split the house salad and WOW. A complete showstopper. So fresh, the vinaigrette was bright and delightful, and those fresh bacon bits? Chef's kiss. It's rare that a house salad stands out like that, but this one absolutely did. Now let's talk about the prime rib. I typically do not like steak or prime rib... but our waitress recommended it as the best thing on the menu, and honestly the Yelp photos had already convinced me. When I tell you it was BOMB -- I mean it. So tender. So flavorful. Perfectly cooked. Paired with broccolini and mashed potatoes, it was a whole experience. To end the night, we shared the apple tart with cinnamon ice cream -- warm, sweet, comforting, and the perfect finish to an already amazing meal. Overall, this was a fantastic dining experience from start to finish. Great service, incredible food, and such a vibe. I cannot wait to come back.

We came here to celebrate and were disappointed because they didn't even mention it. The service…read morewas alright, once our food was dropped off it took awhile for him to come back. The best part of the meal was the appetizers. The focaccia felt like it was drenched in olive oil though. I ordered the shrimp lemon pasta and it didn't have any flavor at all. The noodles were over cooked and the pasta had no sauce. It tasted like plain pasta. The trout was a bit salty but cooked well. Over all I feel like we paid a lot for just ok food.

Came in for drinks to take advantage of the Chase Sapphire dining credit and had an absolute blast…read more Darren at the bar was FANTASTIC and knowledgeable, and gave us such awesome recommendations, we loved the modern atmosphere and "funky" spirits. We will definitely be coming back

Honestly, the best restaurant experience we've had in awhile! Jenna was our server and she was…read morewonderful! Four of us dined on Easter. What we drank/ate: -Bottle of red blend - Fine -Pineapple mocktail - Really good! -Garlic Bread - Delicious! -Fries with horseradish sauce - Loved the fries and sauce! Large portion. -Caesar salad - Fine, but not oustanding. -Vodka rigatoni x 2 - Delicious. Spicy. -Truffle fettuccine - Really good! -Medium rare steak frites - My son liked the sauce. I would pass on the sauce next time, because I thought it tasted like bacon. Upcharged $3 for truffle fries. Next time I would stick with plain. Son loved the garlic aioli (spicy). I preferred the horseradish sauce. -Hummingbird cake - Amazing!! Favorite dessert anywhere! -French press coffee - @ $5 this is a steal! Honestly, it was enough for our whole party and was really nice coffee! Everything was delicious and service was top notch! We love Sotto. We all agreed that Sotto's Caesar is better and the donuts are close, but Five wad better in every other way! We can't wait to return.

My boyfriend and I came on a Tuesday evening and it was busy, I could see why!…read more The parking is sparse with apartments and 50 west nearby but it was a nice night for a short walk. The outdoor seating was packed so we sat inside with simple decor and a casual bar. The workers were friendly and helpful. We asked for recommendations and our server gave us some great options. The food was delicious, especially the lemon chicken entree, but the small plates were overpriced for the portions. However, for the quality of the food, we will come here again!

Delicious food! My table just ordered drinks and appetizers to share…read more The pickle and pimento croquettes were not what I expected--I'm used to potato croquettes and these were crispy rice, and tasted almost like a risotto. Delicious nonetheless, if not a little salty! The pickled salad was great to balance it out. The "coffee and donuts," aka crème brûlée and beignets, were so yummy! I loved the unique combo. We sat in the little covered outdoor area, so I cannot speak to the ambiance inside, but the lovely weather made it a great spot to catch up! I will say it gets VERY sunny for a bit if you're facing the sunlight. Our server was so friendly.