LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN

4.5 (324 reviews)

ModerateMediterranean, Halal, Middle Eastern

Closed • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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Kylie M.

We loooved this small intimate resturant! Stopped here before a movie and almost didn't have room for popcorn. A little short on staff, but the restaurant was packed and they did amazing for being short handed. Lots of food, pita before your meal, and the desserts are homemade!

Shish Kebab Dinner Salmon Fillet Dinner Hummus

Eljay C.

I got my food to go and got the beef/lamb kebab platter, salmon dinner, and hummus. I asked for mainly vegetables instead of the rice because I didn't want to eat too many carbs. The food was great. I waited about 15 minutes more when I got there to pick ip my food. No biggie.

Chicken Adana Kebab Lunch Zucchini Pancake Lunch

Tracy Y.

The food was very tasty and the restaurant had a nice ambience. Our waiter was very friendly and took care of every need, although the service was very slow.

Tyanna M.

We stopped in here the other day sort of between lunch and dinner. The place had a very homey, comforting feel to it. The menu had plenty to choose from so it took us a little bit to make up our mind but it all worked out great in the end. We ordered the cold appetizer plate for 2 to share and on the plate was baba ganoush, hummus, a couple stuffed grape leaves, a few carrots, lebne, acili ezme, and a nice warm basket of bread. This was an excellent way to start our meal and we also ordered a couple of cocktails, I had the cosmo and my cousin had the sidecar made with brandy. We would both order those cocktails again. For our main dishes my cousin ordered the mixed grill and I had Lahmacun which was a Kurdish style pizza with lamb. We liked both dishes. I did want to order something for dessert they had a few choices but they only had baklava and that's not what I was interested in. This was the only fault of the restaurant everything else was perfect. We already decided we would go back again.

Josh W.

I'd been quite curious about this little spot for a bit but never got the chance to try it... Until recently when I convinced the boss to check it out with me for lunch. Definitely glad I did because we both really enjoyed it. For lunch, it was a little pricey, but you absolutely got what you paid for. We went on a Thursday for lunch. It wasn't too busy but they did have some carryout business going on. The place itself seems tiny from the outside, but they do have a good amount of indoor and outdoor seating. Their menu has a lot of unique options ranging from gyros, kebabs, sautéed dishes, soups, salads, and tasty shareables. We started out with some pita bread and kisir. It had a very unique taste that neither of us could stop eating. As for our main entrees, he got a gyro with a side of lentil soup, and I opted for the sautéed lamb special. Right after we ordered, their head chef came out to meet us, and offered a special lamb leg that she'd just finished cooking instead of their usual dish. I'm always up for trying new things so I said sure. She was very friendly and inviting. We hardly waited long at all before everything was ready. My boss's gyro was HUGE and loaded with meat. My lamb was phenomenal and the meat was so tender that it fell right off the bone. My dish was so big that I could only finish about half, but I'm definitely a meal prepper, so I saved the rest for lunch just yesterday (it held up amazingly well). After we finished what we could, their chef came out and offered us some Turkish tea and talked to us about the tradition of serving tea after a meal. She said it gives people a reason to stay and talk more and create lasting bonds of friendship. The tea itself was very tasty too. I really enjoyed everything about this spot. I could absolutely see going here again, but of course, with my babe instead of my boss.

Michelle D.

I had dinner here with family on Sunday evening. There were five of us but they weren't busy so we were sat immediately. We ordered the Hummus and the Stuffed Grape Leaves for appetizers. The hummus was delicious! As were the breads and dipping oil that were served with it. The buns were especially yummy and everyone liked them. The dipping oil was also really good! The stuffed grape leaves were ok. They kind of had a bitter, canned taste -like they weren't fresh made. For our entrees there were two orders of Stuffed Cabbage Rolls, two orders of Chicken Kebabs and one order of Kofte Kebab. I think everyone liked their entrees for the most part. I didn't care for the cabbage rolls here. Just a personal taste. They were very heavy handed on a certain spice. Paprika? Aleppo? I'm not sure but you could see it very heavy on the inside and it overpowered the dish. My husband didn't notice it until the next day, when he warmed up both of our leftovers for his lunch. He had a beer that evening and I guess it diluted the flavor.The next day didn't care as much for them either. The same complaint. While we thought most of the food was pretty good and the service was too - it's a bit overpriced. We would definitely return to try more of the menu.

Shelli J.

This is my favorite Cincinnati Mediterranean restaurant. The food is great! The service has been on point.

Tracey W.

I had the blessed opportunity to meet the owners of LEYLA and enjoy a meal with them. The meal was by far, one of the best I have had in my life. From the grilled vegetables, lamb and chicken to the hummus, grape leaves, and babaganoush (which I rarely go for), everything was fresh and perfectly prepared. I could taste the love in every single bite. I must also add, the BAKLAVA is world class. It was lighter than others I have tasted and I swear was in honey and pistachio heaven. For me, service is king and LEYLA delivered greatly in this area as well. I highly recommend. And plan to return but next time, with friends. Dine local, support small business, support minority-owned business. And be kind and patient as many are short staffed at this time.

Shannon M.

This place is absolutely AMAZING!! I kept stopping and staring in disbelief of how delicious everything was! I was not impressed the first time I had baklava at a different restaurant, but the baklava here is incredible. The borek was mind blowing, and the stew was also delicious. I can't wait to come back here with friends so they can enjoy it too! The service was also great. Emma is very kind and congenial, and remembers the regulars and asks how they're doing. She made dining here a very enjoyable experience.

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Sara M.

8 years ago

Not very tasty food. To much sauce . We order to go and order was wrong . I had the okra with lamb it was very disappointing, not much meat on. Stuffed peppers was just ok. read more

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Re G.

7 years ago

I have never written a review before, as I've never felt the need to because I'd always find what I wanted to say in someone else's review; however, tonight my family was delighted with wonderful service by the waitress Emma, wonderful food, and a truly home-y and loving experience. I cannot stress enough how good the food was. If you're close minded and don't want to branch your taste buds, they have food to suit your tastes too. The hospitality was excellent and we enjoyed every moment spent in the restaurant. Again, the waitress Emma was outstanding and I hope to have her again the next time we go! read more

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Kristen B.

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9 years ago

There was a clear language barrier. My partner ordered lunch for us and didn't get what he ordered. It was mediocre and overpriced. The meat was dry and lacked flavor. We really wanted to enjoy this new addition to our community. Hopefully they'll make some changes. We love Mediterranean but weren't impressed. read more

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Paul H.

8 years ago

I decided to be adventurous and order the goat meat and it tasted, well, like your worst idea of what goat meat might taste like. It was literally slimy and wholly unappetizing. My wife had a beef/lamp patty dinner that was no better - totally overcooked, hard, tasteless. I have eaten food from around the world, including some that was simply bad. I appreciate differences in culinary style, but Leyla was just bad. read more

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Arthur R.

9 years ago

We had Lamb kebab, stuffed cabbages hummus and stuffed grape leaves. All very good and well prepared. Will definitely go back.

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Zippy Z.

9 years ago

Wonderfully seasoned food, beautifully presented, delightful staff, cozy ambiance. Beth

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Tony N.

9 years ago

Probably one of the Best Mediterranean restaurants in Cincinnati Ohio! Tucked in the Anderson Kroger plaza right next to Carrabbas Restaurant We had a take out Dinner of eggplant in tomato sauce, Doner Kebab and Baba Ghanoush The food was freshly made Very eye appealing The owners are so polite And the food was unbelievable!!! Lots of flavors and lots of food!!! Wow!!! Unbelievably a superb dinner!!! Very reasonable costs as well read more

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JJ S.

8 years ago

The kibbeh was literally frozen on the inside, dishes are oily and disgusting. I love Mediterranean food but this was worst I've ever had. I hope they can fix things because Anderson could use a good Mediterranean restaurant. read more

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Phily G.

9 years ago

My family and I visited today for lunch. I ordered the donar sandwich with yogurt sauce. They forgot the sauce, no big deal, I didn't say anything. When we got our check the waiter apologized for forgetting the sauce and offered to give us kebabs to take home. I declined telling him it was no big deal. Not to be outdone he brought Turkish tea for my whole family!! The food and service here is great!!!! I will definitely be back :) read more

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Ellen F.

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We really hoped we would love this place. The wait staff was very kind and fairly responsive. The Greek salad and Turkish cosmo was great. However, the bread, Sembusek, & Shish Kebab was... pretty bland - not impressive (especially for the cost). read more

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Cara A.

8 years ago

Absolutely delicious!!! A welcoming atmosphere and food is to die for. Just visiting my family for the holidays but I wish I could come back! My 12 year old sister loved it too :^) read more

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Megan B.

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9 years ago

The food is great and the chef and servers are very personable and fun to speak to! Love Leyla and can't wait to return!

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Haley B.

8 years ago

The best medeterranian food around. Simply amazing taste. Would love to see them expand some day.

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Mark H.

7 years ago

The best middle eastern restaurant in Cincinnati. We eat there all the time and everything we have eaten is outstanding. If you're there for the first time, try the lamb kabobs, Leyla cooks them to perfection. Comert the owner runs a top-notch restaurant and we are grateful that he chose to locate it in Anderson township. Thank you! read more

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Christina M.

9 years ago

Excellent food and service at a good price. I am so happy Anderson has a Mediterranean restaurant now. My husband and I visited for dinner. I had the Falafel dinner with Turkish coffee and baklava afterwards - it was delicious and the service was excellent. The chef even came out to see how our dinner was. Will definitely be returning here. read more

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Michelle S.

8 years ago

Came upon LEYLA on a whim and absolutely loved it! Friendly staff and delicious food. The cold appetizer for two served with warm bread was my meal along with a fresh salad with lots of textures. My husband had the cabbage rolls, they came out piping hot and delicious. Will definitely return when we are back in town. read more

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Marie P.

8 years ago

My favorite Mediterranean restaurant ! Friendly staff, great food, especially the stuffed grape leaves

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AA A.

8 years ago

Excellent food, friendly and courteous waitress and owner. Will definitely go back again.

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Doug W.

9 years ago

The food was excellent, the service was fast and great, and this restaurant is being added to my regular rotation! I had the Chicken Kabob, and my wife had the Falafel Lunch and we were both very impressed! The prices were fair for the amount of food received. Highly recommended casual Greek dining! A+++ read more

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Chris G.

9 years ago

We had the baba ganoush as an appetizer and the grill for 2. The app was fresh and had a nice smoky taste. The crusty bread was served with an olive oil dip that was very good. The grill for 2 could have easily served 4. Salad was served first and by that time I was already pretty full. The main entree had gyro meat, 2 kinds of chicken and boneless lamb, all on one large platter with rice. My favorite was the lamb, but everything was good. We had to try the baklava, which was served warm with glasses of strong hot Turkish tea. My husband loved it but I prefer baklava at room temperature. The leftovers were packed up and we had it as a second dinner later with some extra rice. It was a lot of food!! The owner couldn't have been more attentive or nicer. Highly recommended. We will be back. read more

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Ed F.

9 years ago

Best food around! The value is excellent, the flavors are amazing and the service was extremely friendly and courteous.

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Eric M.

9 years ago

Wonderful lunch spot. Good food, service and music at a fair price. Highly recommended.

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Nick C.

9 years ago

Friendly, attentive service and delicious food! We had the falafel lunch and the chicken kebab. Very tasty! Would definitely come back!

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Vicki L.

8 years ago

Wow, what a pleasant surprise. I've seen this place but thought it was a fast food type restaurant, but it is not. Decided to try it rather than drive to the Phoenician in Mason, and I am so glad that I did. This place was outstanding. The bread was fresh and hot, and the food was amazing. Had the appetizer for 2 (hummus, baba g. - can't remember them all), baked eggplant and roasted vegetables. All excellent. I won't be going to Mason anymore. If you like this type of cuisine, you are in for a treat! read more

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Jen F.

8 years ago

My new favorite place to eat! Recommended to me by several others--my daughter and I stopped in for a quick early afternoon meal. LEYLA's has a friendly staff, cozy atmosphere and REALLY good food. We were both very satisfied with our experience at LEYLA's. Thank you for sharing your experience with us. read more

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Paul C.

9 years ago

Thank god we have a mediterranean resteraunt in Anderson. This place is great. Great food and great service. The cold app plate is fantastic. Home made bread too. Simple menu with a the greats, and reasonable priced. read more

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Marie S.

9 years ago

Loved The food the staff was prompt and courteous. Wish they had a lunch menu would recommend this to my friends and will come back again

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James T.

8 years ago

The service was fine and the food came out quick, but it didn't taste very good and they charged $7 to add chicken to a $6 salad. Overall not worth it. read more

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Lauren M.

9 years ago

Very authentic Mediterranean. My parents lived in Turkey for a while and said this was a very similar menu to what you would see over there. Everything was delicious!! read more

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Jeannie N.

9 years ago

So happy to have an incredible independent restaurant in Anderson! The staff is attentive and honestly, they're all adorable and sweet! The cold appetizer plate is fantastic. The Ezme and Baba Ghanoush are so good! Have had the stuffed cabbage rolls in the past which are fantastic. We lucked into a lamb shank special that was a perfect plate of comfort food.The chef came out and spoke to each table, which was a nice touch. Looking forward to coming back! read more

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Chris L.

9 years ago

Hidden gem in Anderson. Meat was cooked perfectly and the salad was fresh and crisp. Excellent service as well. And get the hummus - it and the bread were awesome. read more

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Eric C.

9 years ago

Lentil soup is amazing - full of mint. Iskender is also the best I've had. Support this place!!!

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Laura M.

9 years ago

Best Mediterranean in Cincinnati. Falafel the way it's supposed to be, flavorful, crispy ouside, soft inside. Lentil soup is fantastic. We'll be back. read more

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Tony P.

9 years ago

Amazing food and super nice service. Today we were going boating and ordered an appetizer platter for 4 and a doner sandwich for carry out. All was delicious!' read more

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Suzann B.

9 years ago

Quality and quantity! I have been there twice and finally convinced my husband to go with me for dinner last night. We filled up on the wonderful appetizers before dinner even came out. Definitely worth it and lucky to have it in Anderson. read more

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Therese B.

9 years ago

Meh. My husband and I were not super impressed. My husband got the mixed grill. I got a salad and appetizer. Just not great... pricey, but not great. read more

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Denny R.

9 years ago

Authentic delicious Middle Eastern food! Loved the lebne, spinach Bourke & the baklava with hot tea was to die for! Great service too!

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Beth C.

9 years ago

I walked in and I love the atmosphere and finally a real Mediterranean restaurant in Anderson! I had several hot appetizers absolutely delicious. The Greek salad was the best Greek salad I've ever had. I'll be back with lots of friends and you can sit outside too! Highly recommend! read more

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Juli R.

9 years ago

Absolutely loved this restaurant! Great food and atmosphere. Authentic food that is always delicious!! Service can be a little slow, but it is worth the wait! read more

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Karen M.

9 years ago

We dined at Leyla Mediterranean for the first time tonight and it exceeded our expectations! We started with the Stuffed Grape Leaves and house bread which were all fantastic. For entrees we selected Shish Kebab, Okra Stew with Lamb and the Lamb Special. Each entree was served with a side of rice - who knew rice could taste so good! The entrees were all cooked perfectly and the portions were generous. The Baklava and Turkish Tea were a fitting end to such a lovely meal. The server and owner were very attentive and the chef also greeted the tables which was a nice gesture. We will definitely be back to support this business and are so grateful to have a unique restaurant in Anderson Township! read more

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7418 Beechmont Ave
Unit 106
Cincinnati, OH 45255
Anderson Township
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What time does LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN open?

LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN close?

LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN closes at 10:30 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu, Sun 11:00 AM - 10:00 PMFri-Sat 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM

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Does LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN take credit cards?

Yes, LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN takes credit cards.

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Does LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN have catering options?

No, LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN does not have catering options.

Does LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN serve alcohol?

Yes, LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN serves alcohol. Full Bar

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Does LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN allow dogs?

Yes, LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN allows dogs.

Does LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN have TVs?

No, LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN does not have TVs.

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Does LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN have bike parking?

No, LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN does not have bike parking.

Does LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN have outdoor seating?

Yes, LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN has outdoor seating options.

Does LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN have parking?

Yes, LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN has parking options. Validated Parking

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Is LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN wheelchair accessible?

Yes, LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN is wheelchair accessible.

Does LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN have free WiFi?

Yes, LEYLA MEDITERRANEAN has free WiFi.

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Dessert galore and reasonably priced! Most things are $4!

Findlay Market

Great restaurants and shops in and near Findlay Market, Cincinnati!…read more We had a free day while visiting relatives, and any day is fun at Findlay Market in the mid-north of the OTR (Over The Rhine) area of Cincinnati! (Well, not Mondays when they are closed :-). Parking isnt free, but it's not too expensive, and we had no problem finding a space in the North Parking Lot between Findlay Street and the market. We came in through a covered outdoor walkway, with a few vendors and with clever sayings along the sides. Then a cute photo-op with a cartoon Reds statue. Then the market stretching left and right, full of fresh produce, meats and cheese, and ready-to-eat foods of all kinds. On our first walkthrough we just scanned left and right to see some of what's there. It was busy, but not uncomfortably crowded. Out the south door of the market onto Elder Street, there's several murals, and more shops and restaurants. We always stop in at Maverick Chocolate Co. for a few yummy samples from so many flavors. They used to make the chocolate here, and now it's made just across the river in KY, where you can still get tours and probably samples :-). We sampled around six varieties! And decided on four. But it was a hot day, so we decided to circle back later for our purchases. The staff was welcoming, and maybe they didn't really know that we would return, but they were still just as kind as can be :-). We walked west to Elm Street to the stop for the free Connector streetcar, just to take a little ride around town, partly to see some of the hundreds of murals around town! And we got off again, later, at the same stop. Right there at the west end of the Market building there's an outdoor bar and patio. I, myself, was ready for a little refreshment, and they poured me a delicious local bourbon cocktail, while others of us had local craft beers. We found shaded seating among probably 20 or more round red metal tables, with chairs that were really raucous when moved! The seats fill and empty in fits and spurts, and there"s a handful of backless stools at the bar, so if you wait a little, you'll find a place to sit. We dove back into the market for some freshly-made pierogis, and a to nearby bbq, too. And afterwards, we circled back to Maverick for delicious fresh-made artisanal chocolate :-). Yum, yum, and more yum! We saw so many places we want to return to! Findlay Market has everything! I'll post a very few of so many photos that we took of a full, fun day. It's a nice area to walk around, shop, eat, and drink. And it's a great spot to catch the Connector streetcar to get around OTR and downtown Cincinnati, to within a-few-minutes-walk of the porch-swings overlooking the Ohio River near the ballpark :-)

I recently stopped here when me and my wife were in town in cincinnati. I've been to Cincinnati…read moretons of times but I've never visited the Findlay Market. This place was better than most of the Markets that I've been to in recent memory! Some of them are bigger but this one is a medium-sized Market to say the least. They have great produce in one section by the parking. Great variety of stores. I do like the outdoor tables as well. The cons I will say about the Findlay Market are the parking. You are expected to download an app and pay for parking that way instead of just getting a QR code that will redirect you and put in your payment information and the other con is once you leave the Farmers Market there really isn't much to really see or do since it's kind of blighted from a 1 block radius of leaving the market

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Tikka Xpress

4.9

(29 reviews)

7.6 mi

Vegetarians, this is the place! The tikka fries, Kathi rolls, mango lassi, and goblin jam an are so…read moredang good for a decent price. I also have to mention they have a sit down restaurant with a full service bar in Northside and the owner is a really nice guy. We will definitely be back.

I've been coming to the Gatherall for a few weeks now with some friends, and today was the day I…read morefinally tried Tikka Xpress. I don't know why I waited so long. In terms of pricing, this place is better priced than most other options in The Gatherall, when you consider portions and quality of food. The food itself was great! I'm no Indian food connoisseur, but I really enjoyed this dish. The spices of the sauce made me feel warm and cozy. It had just enough heat for me (so it's probably mild by most standards). The rice paired well with the sauce, and the garlic naan is definitely a must if only to clean the bowl after! The meal also was very fast to be prepared, and I was eating and enjoying my dinner in no time. If you're in The Gatherall, I'd recommend trying this place. They have a few more menu options I've got my eye on as well!

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Tandoori Chicken

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Chicken Tikka - you'll definitely get more than one!

Cabana On the River

Fun Atmosphere! Good Food! Great outdoor fun and Music! Love going with Friends and Family.read more

Seated quickly. Good service. Good food. Pleasant day to eat in open air space. Always an enjoyable…read moremeal.

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Hail, hail, the gangs all here!!!

Turkey burger

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Relaxing atmosphere and view!

Kitchen Social

My husband and I just visited here for the first time three weeks ago and have already returned…read moretwice. It is the best value for a sit down restaurant we have found in the area recently. The service is really good. Seated promptly, waters come out promptly, minor order modifications handled easily. We have really enjoyed the variety of food. My husband loves the salads and the bowls and pizzas are also good. Probably the favorite entree we have had is the fish and chips. We find the drinks particularly reasonably priced and the cocktails are good. We really like the blueberry one. The space is sunny and open. We have been with our kids and see lots of friendly groups dining there. Free parking in the garage is another plus.

I'm not necessarily a brunch person and I in know this place is pretty popular for that but they…read moreactually have their dinner items available which was nice. I ordered the miso salmon and it was really good - everything was seasoned so well that I enjoyed the cauliflower (which I usually hate). Really nice flavor, salmon cooked perfectly. I also ordered the whipped feta for the table and it was good, but nothing amazing. Service was quick and really attentive. Definitely would come back here and they were very toddler friendly too!

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Street Corn Nachos

Losanti

4.4

(395 reviews)

9.3 mi

After having our anniversary dinner at Pepp & Dolores, we stopped by Losanti for dessert and…read morementioned we were celebrating. What happened next completely changed our night. Our server, Cory, surprised us with complimentary dessert and their incredible vodka pasta with a meatball. The food was amazing, but the service stood out even more. Hands down some of the best hospitality I've experienced in Cincinnati. Losanti turned an underwhelming anniversary dinner into something memorable. We'll absolutely be back.

Had a great dinner with friends!! Our server vinny was a delight and we were on a time constraint…read moreand he was on it Food was delicious I ordered the salmon with a tuscan sauce It was cooked perfectly Others ordered steaks and chicken parm Also on order of fries for the table They were fantastic Some of the best fries I have eaten

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Big ass meatballs. Delicious.

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Maggiano's

We were waited on by one of Maggiano's best servers. Ken our waiter did a fantastic job. The…read morecalamari was cooked perfectly. The marinara sauce had just the right amount of spice. My entree was rigatoni with a creamy Marsala sauce with tender chicken strips and mushrooms. My rigatoni was well balanced, just the right spice. My girlfriend thought it was the best lasagna she ever had The tiramisu was top-notch and A large portion we both enjoyed it. Every bite was delicious. The place was nice and clean. The service was great. The food was excellent, and the prices were reasonable. We will be back. Coming back to our waiter "Ken" He provides the service that you would expect at a top-notch fancy restaurant He came to the front door to greet me when I came in and let me know where my lady was sitting He anticipates our needs. We were low on butter and it magically appeared. We never had to ask for refills on our beverages. He was very attentive and took care of them. He checked with us after we got our meal to make sure it was correct and we were happy with it He quickly brought us our check and containers for our leftovers This is top-notch Service definitely a five star rating

The service is still great. The new menu, not so much. The new bread is four attached dinner rolls…read morethat are kind of sweet, not that 'classic Italian' loaf we know and love. The cheese ravioli filling has an off putting level of creaminess and little flavor. My family started going to the original Clark Street location shortly after it opened in like 1992, and it was always first choice for celebrations. They were even our second choice for our wedding reception in 2011. My two favorite items are gone. Without the spinach and artichoke al forno and chicken and spinach manicotti, there's no longer any reason to patronize Maggiano's.

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Corner Dumpling House

The food, the service, the atmosphere. Loved it all. They make the dumplings in front of a glass…read morewindow so you can see them preparing the various dumplings. The food comes out as it is ready which is so nice. They have a huge menu, something for anyone who loves dumplings, buns, and traditional dishes. We shared the pork soup dumplings (so so delicious) the broth was flavorful and the filling was plentiful. We also had the fried pork buns which are little fluffy packages of heaven. The best lunch I have ever had and it was incredibly inexpensive. In today's world to find food you can watch being prepared from scratch and it's a very good bang for your buck is rare! This place gets busy and because of reviews we got there right at 11 and by 11:30 they had a line out the door. But worth the wait!!

This was our first visit to Corner Dumpling House. It's a bit of a drive, but I'm pretty sure this…read morewon't be our last visit. We arrived around 11:15. The restaurant was not super busy. We left around 1:30 and the restaurant was pretty full. It's popular and I know why. First, our server. Jennie was fantastic. She helped us with the menu, making sure we knew what the favorites were. This assistance was fantastic because there were about a gazillion options on the menu. We shared some Scallion Pancakes, which were quite tasty. Then the dumplings started to arrive. Here is where Corner Dumpling House lost their fifth star. Three bamboo boxes and one dish of dumplings were dropped off at the table. The gentleman who dropped them off didn't explain what anything was. As a result, we ate each other's food for a minute before we figured it all out. It didn't help that one serving of dumplings came out much later. We tried our best to identify which ones were what ended up being the missing dumplings. It would have gone a long way to have someone taken a minute to help us understand what was what. All that said, the food was outstanding. The Pork Wontons in Chili Oil were a standout and the Steamed Pork and Shrimp Soup Dumplings were also fantastic. The Triple Delight was just okay, but given how delicious the dumplings were, I couldn't subtract an another star for the mediocre Triple Delight. The restaurant is quite beautiful, which was a huge surprise given the restaurant is in a strip mall. Overall, our dining experience was relaxed and wonderful. If you like dumplings (house made/hand made dumplings) then get to Corner Dumpling House right away!

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Totally handmade, so good!!

VV The Italian Experience

Guys I went to Italy. VV's is better. Seriously. Pasta…read moresalads oh my. I do feel their coffee could be better or at least a little more consistent. Sometimes it taste like just a cup of milk.

VV The Italian Experience located in Mt. Lookout is a casual Italian coffee shop offering espresso…read moredrinks, pastries, and classic meals. It's a family-run spot inspired by their grandfather's bakery and Italian culture, truly living up to their motto of being "not just a café, not just a restaurant, but an experience that is authentically Italian." We ordered the Crostone, an assortment of Italian breads featuring different toppings. One with fresh salmon cream and Asiago cheese, and another with roasted cherry tomatoes and stracchino, along with their Bufalina pizza. For drinks, we tried the Mokaccino Ferrero Rocher and their seasonal Arancia Nutella Latte. Everything was delicious and made for a great lunch. Definitely stop by and check them out for a unique café experience!

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Beth H.

7 years ago

LOVE this place - the food is so fresh and delicious. Everyone I've taken here comes away loving it too. You start off with fresh baked bread and a dipping sauce made with sun dried tomatoes - would recommend coming here very hungry so you can indulge lol. It's really hard to pick a favorite dish here, but I am partial to the grilled chicken thighs. They're so tender, and seasoned perfectly. I also love their baklava and now their rice pudding, which I had for the first time last night! Service is always fantastic, you feel like part of the family. There's a lovely outdoor patio for seating as well. This is going to make me sound old, but I also love that it's a restaurant you can go to and actually talk and hear each other lol. Just enough background noise & music, but not overwhelming noise. I guess I really am turning into my mother. :) Highly recommend checking this place out - it's a welcome break from the standard pub/pasta fare. And they say the Mediterranean diet is one of the healthiest around, so what are you waiting for? read more

Amber A.

10 years ago

Came in today to Leyla Mediterranean because I saw it was it's 1st day open. I was not disappointed. Food is delicious. I had the lahmacun which is like a Turkish flatbread with lamb on it. It was mouth watering. Also had the appetizer plate with 4 different appetizers. Portions are huge so I have left overs for later. The prices are very reasonable considering the portion size. It's so nice nice to have Mediterranean food on the east side again.I will definetely be back. read more

Maria K.

3 years ago

I would rate this place as the #1 Mediterranean restaurant in Grater Cincy area. Always clean and inviting, the food is prepared and served professionally, and is very delicious. We have discovered this place more than 4 years ago, and felt in love with it right away. We always pick it for our special occasions, or we just stop by, and always have been pleased. I would recommend this place if you are looking for authentic food and atmosphere. read more

Kristin C.

5 years ago

Walk-ins on a Thursday evening-we were a bit arty of 6 and it had just stopped raining. They went out of their way to dry of outside table and chairs and add seat cushions. The owner(?) was so apologetic that it took a minute to prepare for us, she took amazing care of us! The food was delicious and we tried new items we hadn't had before. The portions were huge and SO yummy. We will be back again very soon! read more

Juice K.

8 years ago

I love this place. Great, authentic food and a nice change from the long strip of chain restaurants. Everything is very fresh and well done. The staff are very nice and helpful too. read more