Mita's is the place to go for spanish tapas. I've been a couple of times before and the service here is top notch and always friendly. The last time I dined however, my bocadillos de hamburgesas were very salty, I couldn't even finish them. The espresso martini here is creamy and exactly what I was looking for, probably one of my favorites in Cincy. I would come back again since the rest of my food was great and flavorful, but the hamburgesas are a favorite of mine and I was sad they weren't very good this time. read more

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Great service, amazing ambiance and delicious food and drinks. What more could you ask for? This place is lively and fun. I love the decor and design read more

Mita's Restaurant and Bar - Delicious drinks! - Spanish Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Absolutely love this restaurant. A tapas based restaurant offering unique flavor combinations that are always fresh and delicious. The service is good. It's always fun to go with a small group and share several different tapas. Don't forget to save room for dessert. read more

Mita's Restaurant and Bar - Menu - Spanish Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

What a great evening spent here. We had made a reservation in advance, and were seated quickly, and had prompt attention from our waiter. He took the time to explain the flow of everything, and made multiple suggestions. The place was updated and clean, and not too loud. The food was amazing- if we are ever back in the area, we will definitely stop by again. A quick review of the dishes my wife and I tried: Our least favorite was the hurache de elote. Both my wife and I had never had mole before, and found out we didn't like it- but the dish itself after scrapping over the mole was good- with the corn filling being flavorful. The bread with olive oil and red sauce was great. The salsa romesco was amazing, and we wanted to dip all of our food in it. The potatoes were crunchy, and the garlic aoili that came with it helped cool down the spicyness of them. The brochetas de pollo were juicy and packed full of flavor. The empanadas had a great crunch and were filled plentifully. The pork tacos were wonderful, and enjoyed the homemade corn tortilla. Great spot for a date night and can't wait to come back! read more

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Vibes: spacious, casual but refined; bring a date or a few friends Tasting notes: - Gilda: a delightfully light bite with so many textures and flavors - Conserva (branzino): perfectly salted, gently oiled fish that paired beautifully with pickled vegetables and the airy, crispy, herby flatbread crackers - Venado crudo: very melt-in-your-mouth buttery meat; loved the mix of creamy and crunchy - Tostones: hot plantains that were crunchy on the outside with just a bit of a tender bite - Goat tamales: generous portion with two wrapped tamales in the order; juicy meat, fluffy, steamy masa - Pulpo: the saltiest of the dishes; slices of octopus on the chewier/crispy side; interesting texture from the foam - Empanadas: two in an order; big chunks of meat with a nicely thin and crispy wrapping - Tres leches: indulgent but not too heavy; milk reminiscent of melted vanilla ice cream and was picked up nicely with the swipe of a cake bite Other thoughts: - Very attentive service with water refills and plate exchanges as we moved from lighter to heavier tapas - Moderately crowded on a warm Saturday night - Convenient parking garage in the same building - Above meal was incredibly satisfying for two hungry adults, would probably order one less dish next visit Other thoughts: Salazar delivers! Would come back to try the rest of the menu, though it'll be hard not to order the tres leches as the dessert of the night! read more

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My first time in Cincinnati and picked this restaurant to try their ceviche. Walked in without a reservation but they were very kind to accommodate me at the rush hour. Although place was packed, it only took 2 minutes to bring my cocktail. Service is 5/5. Ordered pulpo and ceviche. Ceviche was maybe 10 little cubes of fish. It was definitely not an entree. Tastes great but not worth to be an entree. Octopus was phenomenal. Perfectly cooked, tender with great base with hominy. Seasoning was also perfect. My only criticism would be a little oily. I had to wedge my napkin under the plate to move the oil to the side. Did that make me stop eating ? No. I loved it. read more

Mita's Restaurant and Bar - Pulpo - Spanish Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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A Cincinnati favorite since it opened. Every dish screams flavor and you can't go wrong. Their seasonal specials are good too--and if the basque cheesecake is on the menu...order it! Their white sangria is dangerously good and I never leave without an order of the patatas bravas. read more

I love this place. I love shareable plates and this is them perfect place for that. Staff is super nice and know the menu. The empanadas are and Bocadilla sliders are awesome! read more

Last night was our first time at Mita's and we were a group of 10! Every single person in our party really enjoyed the food and service was excellent! I wish I took more pictures, but we ate so quickly because everything looked and tasted delicious! Highlights were: 1. Duck fried rice, this was almost everyone's favorite dish, so good that we ordered a second one! 2. Paella was delicious, order as soon as you sit down because it takes quite a while 3. Ceviche of the day was a red snapper and it was so so good We will definitely be back! read more

Mita's Restaurant and Bar - Paella - Spanish Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Top notch tapas spot! Every bite I've tried here was delicious, from their salads to their sliders. I also love the ambience - it's such a beautiful space no matter where you sit. read more

Mita's Restaurant and Bar - Sliders - Spanish Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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The power of Christ compels me...to leave a great review and go back to Mita's soon. This was phenomenal. The service, the food, the pacing of the meal, the attention from our server Lindsey...absolutely five stars. First, Chris at the door has the perfect little welcoming smile, and did a great job of making us feel like our party belonged as soon as we entered. We'd briefly thought to enlarge our group, and Chris acted like changing a major reservation at the last moment was not an issue at all. Absolutely unfazed. We ultimately decided to keep our small group at 4, and enjoyed a round of cocktails before heading to our table. I love a restaurant that just transfers your bar tab to your table as opposed to making you settle up immediately. Talk about a relaxed transition from bar to table. The sangria was delicious, the old fashioneds were even better, and I have to admit, I haven't seen as inventive a cocktail menu as Mita's has in quite some time. I haven't even started on the food. That glorious and delicious food. There was one STANDOUT dish that was so special, it mentally took me back to my meal at Nobu in Caesar's Palace in Vegas. The chef, in his/her mad genius, sent out a venison carpaccio dish that my table literally ended up fighting over the last bite. The flavors on this dish, the textures, the finish? Glorious. Let me talk about my server, Lindsey, for a hot minute. When I tell you this girl KNOWS her menu...she KNOWS the menu. After she's taken the table's order she asked about food allergies. Someone in the group named theirs, and Lindsey IMMEDIATELY told her the ingredients of the dish she's ordered contained the allergen in question. She offered a corrective on the spot, went to the kitchen to confirm with the chef, and we were good to go. This may seem small to you, but I hate going places and ordering things only to have to wait until the food gets to the table to realize the very thing you requested NOT be on your plate, is ALLLLLL over your damn plate. (Some server in Memphis, TN, once almost killed a niece and nephew of mine because she had peanuts put on their Thai salads even after we'd specifically said the children had peanut allergies). So kudos to Lindsey for knowing the Mita menu and being able to recommend alterations that don't compromise the final dish. I'll definitely be back, with friends or by myself. The food, the service, and the ambiance are all well worth it, and if you've never been...the power of Christ compels you...to now go enjoy Mita's. P.S. A shoutout to Benjamin, the bellman across the street from Mita's at the Hilton. He absolutely sent our party over to Mita's in style. We'd struggled to find parking and as we circled asking, he said, "You're just going to Mita's across the street? I'll take care of you." Free parking downtown just because he was a good young man and wanted us to enjoy our dinner at Mita's. I love it when local businesses look out for each other and their patrons. I just love it. read more

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Ok Ok Ok , I love being in a new city and the city has good eats! My friend and I were out in Cincinnati for a sneaker release which is always fun. Directly across from the UNHEARDOF event was Mitas! Such a great choice we made and who doesn't love a good tapas restaurant. Our waiter Jake was absolutely great! We always like to order multiple items off the menu and share. First up was the shrimp ceviche, loved it! The corn nuts were a very good touch to the ceviche. I truly enjoyed that dish. The shrimp was nice and juicy. Next the empanadas de res were absolutely delish, and the pique it comes with, the shredded short rib was unexplainable. I cannot stop thinking about them, send some in the mail lol! My friend ordered the pork belly tacos she said they were some of the best pork belly tacos she has ever had ! Ok last we had the wings they were so good! the perfect flavor and crunch! We also ordered some drinks to go with our dishes. A regular margarita and the un poco loco which was a strawberry based gin cocktail. Now for desserts we had to go with the tres leches cake, and MAN did we make the right choice! The rum was a very good touch to the cake! Overall this is a great place to come in try if you are ever in the city. Everything was GREAT!!! read more

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Authentic Spanish food and tapas, which means be prepared for the longer wait times as the tapas come out in the order of whatever is ready for service. Ambience is dimmed and lively; lots of chic-casual attire read more

Anniversary dinner last night was amazing! Lovely, cozy restaurant. Service was beyond excellent! The food was flavorful and delicious. We were even suprised with a glass of champagne at the end of our meal for our anniversary. Great experience. Highly recommend. read more

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We took our three adult children (late 20's), who have never experienced real Spanish Tapas, for Christmas dinner on the Dec. 23rd. Because none of us had ever experienced paella, we ordered it upon seating like the restaurant suggested. We then proceeded to order almost one of everything on the menu! Our server Max, which my wife and I have had serve us before, was lovely and very attentive. Our two bottles of Rose wine that we ordered were lovely. We started having our tapas and then the paella was served way before we were expecting. So the big dish took up a lot of room on the table while we were trying to navigate the other dishes. But all ended up okay. Here is what we all thought: Cheese plate: absolutely lovely Mushrooms: Rich Life Farms (local shrooms) and squash. Excellent Empanadas: good, sauce is lovely Ceviche: very fresh, very citrus forward as a ceviche should be Taco: favorite of our group, we should have ordered more Carne Asada: OMG! this is the best dish we had, please order this. Paella: It was very seafood forward, which was great, but not as much food as we thought. We all loved the seasoning of the rice, but my son was the only one who ate the octopus. All of the other shellfish were cooked well and tasty. Shrimp Skewer on a Baguette: fantastic!! Just order it. We had a lovely drink called Carajillo to end the night. It's a Spanish Liqueur that was lovely. read more

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The food as well as the service was great! If you like family style tapas, then you are definitely going to love Mita's.

We had a wonderful experience at Mita's. We had late reservations at 9:15pm on Friday night during Blink. The service was wonderful. Loved the ambience and decor. We did not have a single dish we did not like. We ordered about 5 tapas and that was more than enough for 2 people. My favorite was the ceviche of the day, which was scallop and red snapper in a pomegranate leche de tigre. All the dishes had a very unique twist to them. Highly recommend! read more

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Everything we had was delicious! I recommend going with a group so that you can try more food. They are small plates but pack the flavor. All of the sauces/aioli were amazing. The atmosphere is nice and the service was friendly. I want to come back and try the paella. read more

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Came here on a Monday night for my wife's birthday with a party of 3. We were able to get a reservation on relatively short notice, a few days prior. Ambiance here is quite nice with a very warm and more up-scale vibe. Our server was fantastic, was super attentive, and incredibly friendly. This is tapas style food, so we ordered 4 small dishes and then ordered their signature large dish- paella. We ordered the warm marinated olives with drunken goat cheese first. Very delicious and a great way to start the meal. Next we got the tostones y guacamole. My wife loves plaintains so we get them frequently and these were some of the best prepared plantains I have ever had. They were crispy and flavorful and not overly oily, super delicious! We also got jicama and mango salad as well as the pulpo (Spanish octopus). My personal favorite dish we got was the pulpo. Last, but certainly not least, we got the paella with all the different seafood in it. Super flavorful, crispy on the bottom and the seafood was all excellent. We also got the tres leches cake for dessert which was decadent and delicious! Really, really fantastic tapas here. I would love to go back to try the rest! It's not super cheap but I think it's worth the increased price. read more

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This was my second visit to Mita's, and I was honestly not looking forward to it. The first time I went I felt the portion sizes were too small for the price, and while good they were not very filling. Turns out, I was ordering the wrong stuff! We got the shishito peppers and a cheese plate to start (not pictured). Both delicious. The plantains with guacamole are a MUST TRY. It may very well be the best guacamole I've had. Both the chicken skewers and sliders were incredible as well. The ambiance is very moody and cool. Seating is comfortable and it's not a loud place. The staff is very attentive and give great recommendations if you have questions. It's quite pricey, but still a very nice option. read more

Mita's Restaurant and Bar - Chicken skewers - Spanish Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Perfect place to celebrate my foodie son's 30th birthday! He's from Austin, where they have an amazing culinary scene, so we wanted to take him somewhere special and Mita's fit the bill! Four of us took turns choosing tapas, that we all shared. In all, we tried 8 tapas, 2 desserts, and 7 drinks and not one disappointed! I would highly recommend Mita's and am sure we will return. read more

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Truly one of my favorite restaurants in Cincy! The service is always amazing. They have a rotating seasonal restaurant and this was my first time trying the summer menu. We tried the patatas brava, ceviche de camarones, pulpo, bocadillos de hamburguesa, tacos de barriga de cerdo. Our server coursed out our meal and the dishes went very well together. The ceviche was very refreshing- perfect for the summer. The pulpo with the potato foam was perfection. I've never had potatoes prepared that way before- the potatoes were incredibly smooth yet kinda bouncy too. The sliders are a must order- the beef is perfectly seasoned and juicy, the brioche bun was toasted yet soft- it's perfection! read more

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Everything was perfection from beginning to end. We hadn't been here in more than six years since moving away and our experience coming back was exceptional. We started with a cheese plate and shishito peppers, followed by shrimp ceviche, pork belly tacos and sliders. I have to say - the pork tacos were so good it hurt my feelings. And then we had the sliders. And my life was changed. It's hard to explain exactly why Chef Salazar's food is so exquisite but that's what it is - exquisite. Our margaritas and my specialty margarita whose name I can't recall were also exceptional - start to finish an incredible culinary experience. read more

Mita's Restaurant and Bar - Cocktail - Spanish Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Probably not a good idea for the cook to come out and get in a customer's face! The server was incompetent and the Chef is rude! Wouldn't suggest going here. It's overpriced for what you get anyway. read more

First off the location is perfect. There is a parking garage next to the restaurant and it's a very short walk from Fountain Square. The large windows give ample opportunity for people-watching and letting maximum light in. The decor is beautiful and the many unique pieces add to the ambiance. The food was absolutely amazing! From the artful design to the mingling of very unique flavors- each dish was incredible. We had a reservation and had no wait time before being seated. Hosts were incredibly friendly. Our server seemed like he did not want to be there. Did not go over specials or provide any info that first timers should know. Had to flag him down with questions as he did not stop in to check on us during our time there. Despite this, we had a wonderful time starting our meal with cocktails and a cheese plate. Mita's is a tapas restaurant and so we shared 8 small plates in order to get the best variety from the menu. I recommend trying as many things as you can for a maximum taste experience. You won't be disappointed! read more

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Very good! Artichoke dish was my fave but so were stuffed peepers. Also had the paella. Very good but not sure I'd get it again. Service on point as well. Oh sliders are amazing!! Definitely be back! read more

I took my hubby to Mita's for his birthday. We have been living in the area for years and I can't believe that it took us sooooooo long to discover this gem. It is such a fantastic restaurant. The ambiance is beautiful and upscale without breaking your bank. Since it was our first time there we asked for suggestions and ordered several dishes as suggested by our amazing waitress. We started off with Pan Con Aceite de Olivia, warm olives and Tostones with Guacamole. The bread was oh so fresh!!!! And the olives!!!! I think I was in heaven for a moment when popped the first olive into my mouth. I eat a LOT of olives but never had them warmed with goat cheese. Soooo good. The Tostones where prepared perfectly and gone in a flash!!! We thought it couldn't get any better until our Brochettes and Empanadas arrived at the table. Devine and delicious. The staff surprised my hubby with a yummy cookie at the end to celebrate his birthday. I loved how they simply brought it to the table and congratulated him without having the whole staff there having to sing Happy Birthday! Mita's: I think I am in love with you. We will be back very soon. Ps: I would recommend to make reservations. I reserved a table at 5p on a Saturday and it was already pretty busy when we arrived. read more

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The service was great. The food was excellent. They look great and they taste even better. I took my mom out for mommy daughter date and totally made the right choice. This place is perfect for any occasion, family dinner, date night.... I want to visit since I have heard many great reviews about Chef Salazar, and it did not disappointed read more

Mita's Restaurant and Bar - It have avocado in the soup !!!!!! So yummy!!!! - Spanish Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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I just got into Spanish cuisine! It is the most incredible food. Everything was bursting in flavors that were both unique and complementary. The server was knowledgeable and passionate about the menu. I loved the large windows and lower lighting. They recommended 5-6 plates per two people. The wine list is extensive and it was great to choose from wines local to Spain! There is plenty of street parking. read more

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Always love mitas, and got the venison tartare this time! Great flavor and not gamey at all. Snag yourself a reservation to one of the top restaurants in the US! read more

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What a beautiful space! Great for an intimate dinner or larger party. Reservations are recommended. We had a party of 12 and they were able to accommodate nicely. Street parking is difficult; would recommend using a nearby parking garage. Ordered nearly everything our server recommended and it was delicious. Cocktails we're all the perfect balance of spirits and mixers. Cannot wait to come back for the next celebratory dinner! read more

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Mita's has become one of our absolute favorite restaurants--not just for the consistently incredible food, but for the thoughtful and personal experience every time we visit. Chef Salazar is often present, and he always makes a point to connect with us--sharing stories about travel, family, and of course, food. His presence adds a personal touch that truly sets Mita's apart. We especially love the pop-up dining, fundraising events, and wine dinners--each one is a carefully curated experience that always exceeds expectations. We make it a priority to attend because they're just that special. I've even found myself continuing to ask Chef Salazar for his version of a dish that was featured only once at one of these exclusive events--it left such an impression that I can't forget it! Every visit to Mita's is memorable. It's more than just dining--it's an experience, and we're always looking forward to the next one. Keith and Lisa:) read more

Have you ever been afraid to go somewhere because you are scared of it not living up to the hype? Mita's is not one of those places. They were exactly what we wanted. This restaurant was on our list for the past few years. It was finally time to give it a try. Our second Salazar restaurant we've tried. Get the chicarrón, just do it. Crispy, soft, salty and flavorful. The whole table got their own . The papusa was amazing. The chorizo was delicious and it was a good blend of meat vs bean. We basically got one of everything and it was all delicious. We will be back!! read more

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This place is unbelievable! Great wine list, wonderful service but the food is STUPID good. We were there for a corporate dinner and could not have been happier! They brought out a seemingly endless array of dishes starting with charcuterie and olives and each dish more tasty than the last although there was almost a a fist fight in our group on weather the paella or the papas bravos was the best. Then the Trace leches cake came out and everyone was like oh hold on we have a winner. I truly don't have enough good things to say about this place from the minute we walked in the door to the minute we left. read more

Mita's Restaurant and Bar - Paella - Spanish Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Had not been back in like 3+ years and decided to give it a try. Drinks were solid, standard price as everywhere else. Food was very good overall - we loved the patatas bravas and almejas con chorizo which were cooked in an amazing sauce. I wish the almejas con chorizo dish itself had more clams and bread to enjoy the sauce, pricey for $18 but fresh and delicious so I'd say worth it. The paella was good but the rice was WAY TOO SALTY and over seasoned... the amount of seafood in it was good, fresh, cooked perfectly and not overly cooked, and thankfully the seafood itself was not salty. We would order it again in future but definitely ask them to decrease salt/seasoning honestly by 50%. The best part was sharing the basque pumpkin cheesecake, it was fabulous. If you are going as a couple and getting the paella, definitely don't get more than two small tapas, the paella is filling and we brought half of it home. Ambiance is great, very nice and classy. Our server Kane was fabulous and very attentive. Only thing, however, was that the entire restaurant was so busy that we waited a long time in between dishes. Looking forward to coming back again. read more

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I used to live just down the street from Mita's, and I am SO bummed that I never visited while I was living there, because I certainly would have been a regular here. A girl friend and I made reservations for 5 p.m., right when they opened, after an afternoon at the Cincinnati International Wine Festival. From the atmosphere, to the service, to the food, we loved every second. The restaurant itself is beautiful and inviting ... walking in to Mita's just makes you feel a little fancy. But unlike other high end establishments downtown, there's no "snooty" feeling from any of the servers. Our waiter was fantastic throughout the evening - and provided us with some great recommendations. Having dined at some of the other wonderful restaurants by Chef Jose Salazar, it's evident that customer service is an important value. If you've never been to a tapas restaurant before, make sure you're comfortable with sharing. Small plates is the name of the game, which I think makes it so much more fun, since you get to taste a little bit of everything. We started with a few cheeses: the Mahon, the Smokin' Goat, and the Manchego. Cheese is always a good way to kick off a big meal - and their cheese board spread included some fun crispy crackers and tasty nuts. We also ordered the Tostones Y Guacamole, which is always one of my favorite appetizers. Tostones are fried plantains, and they're totally better than tortilla chips. After that, we ordered three additional entrees: the Hamachi Tiradito, the Empanadas, and the Canelones de Pollo. Everything was delicious - although the Canelones were definitely my favorite. Picture an enchilada ... but swap the tortilla for pasta. It was such a memorable bite, that I'm still dreaming about how I can recreate it at home. We also shared some sorbet for dessert ... although we were so full, we only managed a few bites each. Between the two of us, we spent about $100 total on dinner, but keep in mind that we didn't order any drinks. I can't wait to return to Mita's again soon! read more

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I've been to James Beard nominated, Mita's, quite a few times. The environment is a swanky loft-style location with homey decor scattered about to try to recreate a Mediterranean vibe. Service is always top-notch with great suggestions for pairing and coursing out the dishes. I would give it a five star rating every other time I've been there. Except this time was off: The salt monster came out in full force. Every dish was EXCEPTIONALLY salt forward. I'm not sure if I chalk this up to an off day (it was a random weeknight), or if there was a person who was a little heavy handed with the flavor enhancer working expo, but my whole table probably drank about 2 carafes of water each. It was a little unfortunate since one of my work colleagues, who had not been there, called the meal "mediocre" because he didn't want to finish one of his dishes because of the salt. I know I'll be giving the place another chance since I've had some great meals there, but I hope to god that the monster stays at bay. read more

Location of the restaurant as right in the downtown and it has a nice ambiance as well. The food is the star here and served by a knowledgeable and friendly staff. When we were there we ran into a few of the Cincinnati Bengals players as well...a win-win!! read more

I can't believe I waited this long to go to Mita's! I came with my book club on a weeknight. We were seated in the bar area. Our waiter was very friendly and helpful in helping us choose the right amount of food for our group. We decided to each order something that would be just ours and something for the table to share. We were there when their summer menu was available and my favorite dish I tried had iberico ham, peaches, and some type of soft cheese. I also really enjoyed the olives, the tostones and guacamole, and the patatas bravas. The meal was a delicious variety of flavors and I definitely want to come back. read more

Made a dinnertime res for a weekday. We were seated and then waited 15 mins to be addressed. Finally we left the table to speak to hostess and were told the manager was made aware and would be over to "make it right". That never happened. We ordered many items from the menu. We also ordered the Weller single barrel and were instead brought the special reserve (much cheaper and more avail). Food was decent, small portions as expected with tapas, chef Salazar is extremely talented but we couldn't get over how abysmal the service was. We were essentially neglected, dinner took 2 hours for two people due to literally be ignored and huge wait time for drinks, wrong drink, inability to find server to place order, etc. Especially frustrating when we voiced our concern, were told manager would come over, and no one did. We finally left after our waitress had gone home for the night and closing waiter took over. No acknowledgement of errors. Sadly not worth the almost $200 and won't return. read more

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