The Wildflower Cafe is the best restaurant I've been to, probably in the 6 years of living in the greater Cincy area. Why? Ingredient integrity, consistency, and inventive. Went here for my birthday dinner, because nobody does it better. The sweet potato bisque was THE BEST soup I've ever tasted. I'd want it as my last meal, it was that incredible. Tasted like fall, without tasting like a candle, if you know what I mean. The hummingbird cocktail with organic prosecco was amazing. If I could, I'd dine here every weekend, just to partake in that drink. The burger and Moroccan frites slapped, per usual. Salad and wagyu were also 15/10. I feel like I wasn't offered a birthday dessert though? I came here on my bday, and I thought that was a thing? Regardless, The Wildflower cafe has the best menu because they choose the best local & organic ingredients to create epic flavors. read more

The Wildflower Cafe - Sweet potato bisque, aka the best soup that you've ever tasted. - Cafes Near Me - Mason, Ohio

We used to love this place. It was our special place to celebrate and now that we're back in the area we were excited to go back. Unfortunately this place has gone political, putting up signs for polarizing candidates. I don't care what your political beliefs are, but when you make them the face of your business you lose all my respect. This place has cheapened. We'll not return. read more

My friend and I made a reservation for our birthday dinner and we had a great time! The restaurant is in the owner's former house so we had to go up steep stairs to the dining area. There are only several tables so a reservation, especially for a large group, is highly recommended. There were 7 of us and we chatted the entire time. The restaurant even prints their menu with slow service snail logo. Because of our party size, we were there for nearly 3 hours while other smaller tables finished sooner. The best items we tried were the mushroom fonduta appetizer, mushroom Wellington, burgers, flourless chocolate cake, and bread pudding dessert. I would consider going for another special occasion! read more

The Wildflower Cafe - Lamb ribs - Cafes Near Me - Mason, Ohio

The service was multifaceted and on point. The ambience is classic French homestyle. The wine selection and drink selection superb. We had trouble deciding between the appetizers; They all looked so good. The entrées were well executed. I'm kind of in a food coma, right now, trying to write this but I love this place. I had the mushroom en croute in sherry sauce. My husband had the NOLA style fried chicken etouffe. Fun cigar smoking spot outback with ~10 cigars on premise. We took an Uber so I can't tell you about parking, but it is in a good neighborhood. Management is excellent. Chefs kiss!! read more

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This is hands down the most delicious and memorable dining experience in Ohio. Looking forward to eating here again. read more

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I was visiting family and my dad had recommended wildflower cafe and swore by it up and down. Lord was he right. The staff was ON IT and so friendly and warm. The food.... don't get me started it was SO good. I would recommend this place to anyone in the mason area read more

Fun local sourced restaurant. Food was very tasty and unique! Staff were very helpful and knew the menu for the day front to back! Large selection of wines! Inside the restaurant was pretty small and seemed a bit tight quarters but they do have a patio with space ! Reservations are recommended! read more

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One of the best in Ohio! The Wildflower Cafe brings a cozy atmosphere with fabulous service, a great wine list, and incredible food.

Cozy restaurant in a two story house. The staff was knowledgeable and attractive. The food was good. Interesting wine selections because there is no wine list. They go through so much wine that having a wine list is near impossible. I thought the mushroom fondant could have had a little more bulk. The salad was great with the cranberry goat cheese. I had the salmon and my lady had the clam buccatini. Everything was good but not fantastic. We will likely go back. Good price point on both wine and food. read more

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Food: amazing. The Mushroom Wellington is to die for! We also had a special app and entree. Both very good. Service: very good. Attentive without being overbearing. The disappointment: paying a $15 corkage fee for wine purchased at the restaurant. What?? So wild! Idk if there was signage or a blurb on the menu. Never thought to ask because we bought the wine from them. Wondering if I can bring my own to offset the $15. Kind of outrageous if you ask me. Finally: the space is not very accessible so if you have ADA needs, let them know ahead of time. read more

This is a gem of a find, especially in the summer. The outdoor area is lovely and the food is always amazing.

Wow, wow, wow. Mason Ohio has it going on! This LA gal is blown away as was my family. First of all they completely accommodated all my crazy allergies. The kitchen staff came out to discuss and make needed changes. The restaurant is in a old Victorian house, super cozy. Wine room is very impressive and wine by the glass is top self served in proper Riedel glasses. Beautiful outdoor space for summer sipping. Looking forward to my next visit where I will remember to take food photos! read more

Quaint little place nestled in a neighborhood. Had the Cincinnati Magazine award winning burger, quite tasty. Also had the Bread pudding. Very yummmmmm !! ... would come back to try new dishes. read more

The Wildflower Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Mason, Ohio

Neighborhood wine and cigar shop plus eclectic menu. Dining on second floor of old house , up a steep wooden staircase , high tops only . Service was prompt and pleasant . Our table had butternut squash dish, mushroom Wellington and fried green tomato BLT, well prepared . My dish was the least expensive at $19. I ordered a glass of Cabernet from the verbal wine list ( nothing in writing ). It was a flavorful Cab- when the bill came , my glass of wine was $20!! This is not LA, it's Warren Co Ohio ! The meal and ambiance were ok , but will likely not return . read more

Wildflower is a pleasant experience, albeit a small home converted to restaurant. The selections on the menu are not the usual fare. Not just meat and potatoes but food and flavors which expand the dining experience. The wine selections are broad as well. Service is great and goes beyond expectations. Accommodations would be Wildfolower's weak link however, it is not a reason to pass on this gem. read more

The Wildflower Cafe is one of my favorite restaurants in the area! With locally sourced, quality, and organic ingredients the creations coming out of the kitchen are superb! The menu is always changing based on what is currently fresh and available making each experience unique and interesting. The dining experience is equally unique. Wildflower Cafe is in a house that was converted into a restaurant where each room of the house is a different dining room creating a comfy homey feel. Space is limited, so I would highly recommend making reservations in advance. read more

Food and service was A+. The smoked fish dip is 5 stars especially with the mackerel.

I found this gem on Yelp and decided to give it a try on my last night in town. Major mistake, I should have gone there earlier on my trip so I had time for a return visit! The old farmhouse ambiance was comfortable and cheerful. On a future visit, I might try to enjoy the outdoor seating, too. The truffled mushroom fonduta was a great start to go with a nice glass of prosecco. It had just the right blend of mushrooms and the cheese custard and the bread seemed like it was lightly pan seared but still softly chewy. I don't know how the bacon-wrapped scallops could have been any better. The scallops were cooked perfectly and melted in my mouth around the bacon wrappers, and while I am always wary of grits in restaurants, theirs were soft and quite flavorful when combined with the squash and onions. Although I was already nicely full, I couldn't resist the bread pudding. This was another southern dish that can be hit or miss, but this one was something I'd gladly order on every return trip, no matter what else the dessert menu might offer as a temptation. The bread portion was well-soaked but still firm and tasty with a basic maple/brown sugar flavor, and the sauce was another wonderful treat. The service from TJ was great - he was always ready with information as I looked over the menu and brought me a great glass of Pinot Gris to pair with the scallops. I look forward to my next trip to the Cincinnati area so I can try to work my way through their very interesting menu! Simply put, this was the best restaurant meal I've had in at least the last year or two. read more

I always love a good spot that has vegan options. Thank you for serving the local community.

Not much to love here. The tables were so close together that every word of every conversation could be heard in the room. Stools with no backs to sit on. A crazy mix of music playing too loudly. Cigar smoke wafting from the patio. The hamburger was certainly not "Cincinnati's Best", but was rather bland, dry, and basic. The bacon on the burger was not freshly cooked, but was tough, chewy and dry. The other dishes were okay, but nothing to write home about. The service was good, friendly, and efficient. Too much time is taken to describe the wines and related information, the specials, soups, and related menu offerings. Things were overly complicated for such simple food. This was not a comfortable or inspiring experience. read more

My husband and I tried this out for date night, and so happy we did! It's a cute old house, converted into a restaurant. There's limited seating so make sure you make a reservation! We were quickly greeted by the manager who gave us tour of the outdoor space, then the wine room where all the wines are at retail pricing plus corking fee (great deal!), then upstairs where we ate in a quaint space. The server was very knowledgeable and gave recommendations for the truffle mushroom fonduta, tuna salad nicoise and the chef's special surf and turf. The ingredients are farm to table and certified organic!!! Need I say more! I wish there was more seating outside since it was such a beautiful night, but there was only one table, and a section covered with cigar smoking. Maybe a deck on the back would be a nice addition! We will definitely be back to try more things on the menu! read more

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Food is just not good at all. I mean how do you mess up a salad??? For some reason we was not allowed inside so since we were hungry we had to order from the back patio...oh by the way we're African American too read more

We got carryout from here while staying at Great Wolf. Oh my goodness, it was amazing. Loved the burgers and they made amazing kids meals for the kids. Prices were very reasonable for the quality. Staff went above and beyond for a carryout order! read more

Love this place. First visit and it will not be our last. Highly recommend the restaurant.

Always exceptional. They serve some classically known dishes with their own twist on it. If you're looking for a bit of a food adventure or just a delicious meal, visit this place! Their wine pairings and suggestions are always perfection. I would give another 5 stars for their staff alone if I could. Helpful, patient, personable, and so much more! read more

One of my new favorite restaurants when I visit Cincinnati. Loved the ambience, the delicious farm to table entrees and service -- the chef even checked on us. Don't miss the Beet "Wings" - they taste even better than the real thing! read more

The Wildflower Cafe - Love when I get to meet the chef! - Cafes Near Me - Mason, Ohio

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We called ahead based on advice from another review. The top floor was rented out, so the only option was outside and walk in only. It wasn't that warm outside, so we thought we would give it a try. The seating choices were two top cafe tables or outdoor sectionals under a covering with fans. We took the sectional seating. It was a very relaxed atmosphere. The server was friendly and told us the specials, along with the prices for each. We had the fried green tomatoes, grass fed hamburger, and wild flower salad with chicken. The chicken was very tender, and I have never had a salad so tasty, The food is locally sourced. I could tell a difference in how I felt after eating this food. It made you feel good instead of stuffed and bloated like a typical restaurant. The salad was a WILDFLOWER SALAD local greens + cranberry goat cheese + marcona almond + pickled ginger + lemon riesling crème fresh. The dressing was amazing. I also enjoyed the pickled ginger. Later, the chef came out to check on the food and gave us and the others outside a free appetizer to try. The employees at this restaurant really seemed to enjoy their job, and to me, that says a lot for a place of employment. We will be back again. I was very impressed with the food, the people, and the restaurant. read more

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Ladies night on the patio with some great friends, great drinks, and amazing food! Service was friendly and knowledgeable. Amy was super attentive and never let me run out of my hummingbird drink. We had some awesome appetizers (who knew beets could be "wings?"), and had a lot of choices for the vegetarians and gluten intolerant in our group. I had an incredible mushroom dish and was just amazed and how good everything was! We will definitely be back soon! read more

Small but mighty. So make your reservations WAY ahead and just enjoy the heck out of a fantastic kitchen that seems to produce a great variety of outstanding dishes. Top notch attentive and intelligent service, plenty of parking (in the rear), cozy ambiance, a wildly large wine list, great beer selection and a smart bar - no it's not inexpensive but it's not exorbitant either and IMO for what I paid I got more value. It's worth the trip to Mason OH. read more

I have wanted to try Wildflower Cafe for quite some time, and last date night we finally pulled the trigger. First, it's a lovely building that makes a great impression. Beautiful outdoor seating and lovely intimate atmosphere inside, perfect for a date night. Our service was great and our server was very polite and professional. We started with a cheese dip that was absolutely fantastic. Next, we ordered the crab cakes and beef Wellington. We only eat red meat on special occasions, so we were very excited to try it. It came out sort of deconstructed, and we were disappointed in the taste and presentation. It is not something we would order again, especially for the price point. However, the crab cakes were stuffed full of crab, some of the best I've had, and we were thrilled with this choice. All in all we enjoyed ourselves here and I would return. Most likely to share a bottle of wine in outdoor seating area. read more

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Amazing! That pretty much sums it up! My colleague and I went for lunch to the Wildflower. We opted for salad. My Wildflower salad was to die for. Seriously- This was one of the best salads I ever had. It was so good that I took one with me to go for dinner. The flavors were amazing and the ingredients soo fresh! The restaurant has limited seating so you might want to call ahead. The menu is limited right now but has great options. read more

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Appreciate that Wildflower changed our reservation to a larger number just two hours before scheduled time. Everyone is nice and welcoming. Server was attentive and helpful explaining how to order wine and the specials. Everything we ordered was excellent. The Fried Green Tomatoes appetizer stood out to all four of us. The Short Ribs special was delicious. We all cleaned our plates! We liked the smaller rooms. We are from out of town and come here every year to enjoy Wildflower. We all recommend for a nice night out. read more

Food, Service and ambiance all amazing!! Farm to table. Delicious. From NYC thought I was eating in a 5 star NY restaurant. You must try this place you will not be disappointed. read more

The Wildflower is a nice place in an old house. It has been around awhile and gets lots of positive reviews. They are one of the few restaurants in Mason that are independent and locally owned. It has a good list of cocktails. The food comes from local and organic sources. It is an old house. Enter it from the back side. There's a small patio with some tables. It was cool this day so we ate inside. The main floor has tables for larger groups, but of course it has limited room. It's the size of a two story farm house, after all. The second floor has a bar that's decorated with old album covers, and walls covered with many reviews. It has some pretty good sounding cocktails. The food menu is pretty simple. I had the Dean Martin. It's about $8 for a highball glass. This is made with lime juice, Mexican Coke, and Tito's. I had the Harvest Salad because it was about the only vegetarian option for lunch. It's $7 for the lunch portion. This is made with fresh kale and several vegetables. It's pretty good if there's only a couple and not a large group. Since the place is so small you may not be able to all fit. The bar is a nice place and much quieter. read more

The Wildflower Cafe - The Dean Martin And The Harvest Salad - Cafes Near Me - Mason, Ohio

I hadn't visited Wildflower in many years. My daughter and son-in-law LOVE their food so she and I visited last Tuesday. All I can say is... WOW! The food was incredible, and the service sublime. Allan, our server could have written the book on customer service; he was delightful! The beet wings, yum. The mushroom fonduta? Fabulous! I highly recommend this local jewel. read more

The Wildflower Cafe - Beet wings are awesome! - Cafes Near Me - Mason, Ohio

I have been waiting for the perfect time to dine at The Wildflower Cafe, and my fiance took upon himself, and brought me here for my birthday! We came in Mid-January, and I had such a great experience. **Tip** Make A reservation!! They make them by the hour only (7pm, 8pm, 9pm...) We arrived, and parking is wonky, but you find a place behind the restaurant (which is a house converted to dining) or in the grassy area on the side. Ladies if you have heels, have your date drop you off at the rear. As soon as we walk into the patio area (which look super cute for a summer-time hang-out) I knew things were going to be great. We walked inside, and immediately met with a view of the kitchen, walk-in and smells coming from the working kitchen. We were greeted promptly and seated right away since we had a reservation. A very intimate setting, inside the house which probably used to be the living room/parlor area. You are close together, but you are comfy with your table that you can be caught up in your own conversation and world. They have a giant chalkboard menu sharing details of their local wine, and beer selections since they were names in the top 100 wine list. There is another chalkboard on the adjacent wall with a map of Ohio sharing where food and beverages come from. ALL LOCALLY SOURCED! yay! To the food.We started with the Truffled Mushroom Fonduta and OMG, I wanted to lick the entire dish it came in and the perfect mini baguette that came with it was warm, and soft and crispy on the outside. I had the special yellow-fin tuna in an acorn squash with a rice and veggie medley. This was amazing, and I will dream about it forever and ever. My fiance has the Grassland Graze burger and salad as his side. The burger was cooked a little more done then he asked (medium), but it was delicious and a large size. We both had drinks, he a Sonder brew and I tried a fresh cocktail, the Mango Wild Claw, which comes with fresh mango puree! Our server was amazing, he was very attentive, and I wish I remembered his name, but he was great! I would gladly come here again, and I hope to come back in the spring or summer to sit outside. read more

Been with my wife several times over the years. Small place but seating on the patio is always excellent. We are a mixed race couple and contrary to other posts have always been treated with the upmost respect. Food and service us always top notch. read more

I hate to write bad reviews, I used to love this place, now more of a wine bar and wine shop. They do have great wines. The food was pricey for what you got. I ordered the hamburger, I remember I loved them, good topping but for me, medium is pink no red. I asked and they said it was med. so closed my eyes and ate it. The toppings very good and the fries but $19 a lot in Ohio. They have several interesting dishes and they looked good but also very pricey. The seating upstairs stools no backs and downstairs just one really big table. I think it would be a lovely place to sit outside and have a wine and appetizers but doesn't feel so much like a high scale restaurant anymore. Sorry love eating local! read more

The food and service is exceptional. The small restaurant is cozy and you can enjoy your conversation with your companions without shouting! The limited outside is a treat. read more

we came to the Wildflower for the first time for our anniversary. When making the reservation the restaurant asks if it's a special occasion. Our anniversary was never acknowledged at all. Why ask then? I expected a farm to table restaurant named Wildflower to have a decor charm to go with the name. There was no decor at all, nothing on the walls, no tablecloths, no flower bud vase, no candle, no anything. The appetizer the mushroom fundito was ok but had an extreme amount of garlic. We like garlic but it was way too much. It was accompanied with a focaccia type bread. It was very dense and dry. It was either stale or just not good, I don't know which. The mushroom soup was excellent. Our main course: My husband ordered the special, shrimp diablo. The waitress warned us that if we don't do spice not to order this dish. so my husband ordered it and enjoyed it. I did not due to the spice warning. I ordered the New Orleans scallops. For 20 years we have ordered a spice rub from New Orleans that we use on our steaks and ribs when we sous vies. The dish came with 3 scallops over rice surrounded with a large bed of sautéed vegetables. The scallops were highly spiced. way too hot for me. My husband said it was way hotter than his dish. There was no warning or asterisk that this was a very spicy dish.The vegetables were cooked perfectly but were absolutely tasteless. if I were ordering a Weight Watchers meal and wanted something with 0 points, I could have ordered this. It was so disappointing. When the waitress asked if I wanted a to go box (with 95% of the food still on the plate) I said no, because the scallops were too spicy, she just said, ok, and walked away. Never asked if I wanted something else. It would have been different if I ate the meal and then complained but it was obvious that I didn't eat it. We let it go and ordered dessert. We ordered two to share. a bread pudding which was very good and blueberry lemon donuts. We expected hot fried donuts. they were not. They were shaped circles of dense cake. Very tasteless. Again we tried it and didn't eat it. So we paid, left and picked up a pizza from Twin Cities Tried once-Never again. Very disappointing special anniversary dinner. read more