The best service + food in the city! Our server Ally was incredible. Steak was juicy and delicious. This place never disappoints

Had dinner at Carlo and Johnny on Thursday. Absolutely fantastic service from Ally B and Blake. Couldn't have asked for a better crew to take care of my good friend Trevor on his 21st birthday. Steak was top tier, sides were spot on, sushi was decadent, and don't even get me started on the Dessert, can't go wrong with any of them. I highly recommend the air ruby and house of ruby especially. Will definitely be back soon! read more

Birthday for a good friend (we came from Dayton) wanted something spectacular and Carlo did not disappoint. Sarah our server gave us a detailed history of the building while we enjoyed cocktails. The decor is so perfect and service was top notch at every stage .Steak (Delmonico loved every amazing bite) and others with sea bass and steak scampi said the same. What a perfect choice to make our friend who has traveled the world and eaten everywhere (she had not been here before) feel super special. This will remain the best choice for a really great experience in my world as never lets me down. Also the bread is ridiculous and I know good bread from work trips to NYC (we always hit Sullivans bakery) keep up the great work! read more

Wait time: 5 minutes, must have reservations! Atmosphere: very elegant and appealing, lots of people Service: there is no better restaurant service than a Ruby's restaurant! Food: best steaks around, came out exactly as ordered. Price: $$$$ Cleanliness: 10/10 Ask for the history of the building! Amazing past and how they came up with the name! read more

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We go a few times a year for special occasions. We have yearly NYE reservations. Usually the service and food is impeccable. However, this year for NYE was less than impressive. The service was slow and honestly, not even decent. Waited almost 45 minutes for our dinner. The server was literally ghosting us. We saw her to place our order, give us our bill and ordered a dessert to take home with us. It took her over 30 minutes to bring our dessert and that's only AFTER we asked where it was! She "forgot" to bring it out! Super disappointed with our service. For a $400 meal for two, I absolutely expected better service. I can't say we won't be back, but I will say this was by far the worst experience I've had here. And we were seated next to the fireplace which was unbelievably hot making our already poor service even a worse experience. All in all, I have to say, I could have gone to outback and had a better experience and saved $300. Pretty disappointed. read more

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Came for one of my Bestfriends birthday and had a good time. Our man server Chandler was pretty great but the lady who sat down the bread and butter seemed to be in a rush or not interested in helping our table. I did however asked chandler if there was another flavor of the espresso martini I could order but he never got back to me with an answer. I ordered the prime skirt steak and truffle fries. The chimichurri that came with the skirt steak was some of the best I ever had and same goes for the truffle fries. I had the opportunity to try the Brussel sports, chicken Parmesan, Who Dey roll , Shrimp Tempura and Filet Scampi. To me the scampi was kind of salty. Some of the people I came with did have to send their food back to be cooked longer but the manger was really nice about the whole thing. If you don't like salt I would say don't get the bread! I made a mistake and bite into the crust and it was not pleasant. It is ever nice inside the restaurant and I'm glad I got to learn about the history of the building as well. read more

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Been here many times and got a steak and the wife got the chicken so there are plenty of those pictures. Started off with oysters, east coast and west coast. I always do this as this is the only time I get to eat them since I am the only one that will eat them. Got our meal and as always it prepared well and delicious as well as the sides. It was our anniversary and we ordered a dessert but our daughter called them to have a dessert flight created for us. It was delicious and I have to say the staff is always top notch. I've been to all the other Jeff Ruby's restaurants and I enjoyed them all but to me this is easier for parking and the tables are more spaced out. read more

Carlo & Johnny - Desert flight - Steakhouses Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Every now and then you deserve a little indulgence, and Carlos & Johnny's never disappoints! This month they offered a special $65 surf & turf menu, and it was absolutely worth it. The food was amazing -- perfectly prepared and full of flavor. The service was just as impressive: friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience even better. On top of that, the atmosphere is always lively and fun. It's such a great spot to relax, enjoy a fantastic meal, and hang out with friends. Consistently one of my favorite go-to places when I want a memorable night out. Highly recommend! read more

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The food at any Jeff Ruby restaurants do not disappoint. Overall a great fine dining experience at Carlo and Johnny's. The waitress was super nice and friendly and attentive. The sushi, wedge salad and filet were all on point. I was a bit disappointed at the beer temp. Both of my Mich Ultra's were slightly cooler than room temp. Had to put ice from my other glass into my beer to help it out. Also, not complaining but just advising that dining here takes longer than normally expected. Our diner from start to finish took almost three hours. I was ready to go after that. All in all the food is amazing and definitely I would recommend it to see for yourself. read more

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Carlo & Johnny continues to deliver one of the finest dining experiences in Cincinnati. The atmosphere is timeless, the service is attentive, and every course feels like a celebration. We started with six oysters were fresh, briny, and beautifully presented on ice. The tuna tartare followed, light and flavorful, setting us up perfectly for what is hands down my ultimate favorite: the blue crab bisque. Creamy, rich, and decadent, it's the kind of dish you'll think about long after you leave. For the main course, we shared an 8-ounce filet, cooked to perfection and topped with mushrooms and plenty of garlic butter. Paired with one of their signature blue cheese-stuffed martinis (truly the best martinis in town), it was unforgettable. To end the night, we tried the peanut butter mousse cake. While it was decadent and well-executed, my heart still belongs to their chocolate cake, which I'll definitely go back for next time. From start to finish, Carlo & Johnny embodies everything you want in a steakhouse - flawless service, indulgent dishes, and an atmosphere that makes every evening feel special. read more

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Their pastry chef has added some nice summer seasonal desserts like blueberry pie. Shout out to their pastry chef Koby! read more

Carlo & Johnny - Updated new dessert (July 2025) made by Koby. Blueberry pie so delicious - Steakhouses Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

We worked with the Jeff Ruby team after a challenging first visit, and they took our feedback and were wonderful about everything, making us feel heard. Our second visit was excellent; everything was detail-oriented, food was great, and overall an excellent date night. As much as the steak was great, I have to recommend the Caesar salad as a surprising winner; I'm usually not a salad guy but it was easily one of the best ones I've had. read more

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Great service and amazing as always! We came to celebrate our anniversary and it happened to be the lobster and filet special. That's a great deal! We love celebrating here and they always do a superb job. read more

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This was our second visit to this restaurant. We were greeted immediately after entering. We had a reservation and was early, but still had to wait. We were a table of five. I love the antique feel of the property and its historical flair. We were greeted by several staff members while at our table. Our server, a Michael Douglas look alike was helpful and engaging. Our food was delicious overall. The bread was just okay, but I don't like rye. We chose a meatball appetizer that was pared with grits. It was flavorful. We chose a delmonico steak entree and a Duhon pork chop. Our sides were garlic mash and mac and cheese. Our food portions were substantial and we were able to finish our food for lunch the next day. Cookie and cream ice cream was a tasty treat to finish the night. read more

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Beautiful place full of stories and character. Classy, yet relaxed atmosphere. I had the petite filet mignon, and it was cooked to order just perfectly. Unfortunately, I did have a couple of bites that were not chewable. We had a side of baby carrots and these babies were quite large and plentiful, but fresh & tasty. Finished with the butter pie and it was outstanding. Overall, wonderful atmosphere and great food. The only real negative is their pricing, which is way above market (and that's in any market). read more

Carlo & Johnny - Butter pie - Steakhouses Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

We had an 8:30 reservation, our server was good but I could tell she was ready for it to be over. Not the service I have come to love from this brand. The filet was delicious but was undercooked. My husband and I both asked for medium but both steaks were definitely medium rare. I was there for a birthday dinner and did not want to complain about my steak being undercooked. A bit disappointed though. The vibe was nice and the live music in the bar area was perfect. We were seated upstairs and I loved that. I still really enjoy this steakhouse. read more

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We love Carlo & Johnny's so much! The food is fantastic, and we love the ambience as well. But what we love most is the people that work there. We're so fortunate to know so many of these wonderful people. Our absolute favorite bartender would be Kate. Ashley is also a superstar. We also love Greg. You can't go to a Jeffrey Ruby restaurant without always appreciating Charlie. And also thanks to Brian at Carlos & Johnny's as well. We always say, they put the FINE, into fine dining! Tonight we all had hamburgers, which were fantastic. So from a hamburger to steak to lobster, always the absolute best meal! read more

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It was amazing to get back to my favorite Jeff Ruby steakhouse! Carlo & Johnny NEVER disappoints and is always consistent with quality and customer service. The barrel cut filet is a go-to with a side of cream corn. You will not walk out hungry!! The restaurant and bar create an ambiance that cannot be matched. If you are in Cincinnati do yourself a favor and make a reservation. And, don't forget the old fashioned. Enjoy!! read more

We usually have great food and service at Carlos and Johnny but the Braised Beef Short Rib Marsala fell real short of the high expectations from this establishment and the wait time for items from the bar were pretty long. I expect short ribs to be very tender and rich and my dish was the farthest from being tender and rich. The meat was very tough and not real flavorful. I am not sure what was going on with the bar but getting drinks was a wait. We actually asked if our waitress heard our drink order. If we decide to dine here again, I will stick with what I know is good. Very disappointed with this choice from the menu. read more

This place is nothing but class from the moment you enter the restaurant. The ambience is rich and moody, the staff is utterly professional and wonderful, the food is out of this world. We didn't feel rushed and were able to enjoy our cocktails and meal with ample time. The filet mignon was tender and juicy and cooked to perfection. The sushi was fresh and delicious. We enjoyed carrot cake and cappuccino at the end of our meal and walked away very happy. The price is high, but you get what you pay for here. We will be back. A magnificent first class meal. read more

Carlo & Johnny - Santo Paloma - Steakhouses Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Service was outstanding Hall was very accommodating. The lobster filet special was delicious. Steak was cooked perfectly. Bread service is so good. I had the oysters from East and west coast and they were amazing. Butter cake was their complimentary anniversary dessert and it never disappoints. Such a better experience than some of our last visits here. Bar staff was also very good and this visit we were seated at a beautiful booth. Kudos. read more

Last Evening was not a pleasurable one. We were celebrating 2 Birthdays last and the night unfortunately spiraled and tanked. Definitely NOT the experience we are used to at the Rubys establishments. The night started off wonderfully, our waiter Chris very enthusiastic and comical kicked off the night very well. It was my Mothers 1st time to the Carlo & Johnny Location & Chris was kind enough to tell her the history. We started with shrimp appetizer and some drinks then things kind of went south after that. The restaurant was not really busy except the left back horseshoe of the restaurant. We were able to mains order placed, but ended up waiting a good while for it to come out. Im assuming while I was in the restroom the waiters attendant took the remaining bread off the table along with the butter. When I returned I asked the young man if we can have some more bread and butter since it was removed from the table. The young man replied " I personally am unable to get that for you, you will have to ask your waiter"( which is running around like crazy trying to keep his head above water). So you "personally can remove bread & butter from the table but can not replace it. Okaaaay got it ! Our meal arrives. I ordered the surf & turf. I automatically knew the lobster came with drawn butter. So again I asked the attendant to get the butter for the lobster. Good news he was able to get that ! When our food was delivered to the table by a female expo she asked if we would like some side plates for the family style sides; we said yes.... She never showed with them. When Chris stopped by the table to see if everything was to our liking he did mention the plates but we told him expo was getting them. We could see he was extremely busy and to not worry about them, we ended up just passing the sides around the table no big deal. End of meal the waiters attendant grabbed our food up to be boxed.... Never brought our food back to the table. We then waited about 25 min for birthday desserts to arrive, which consisted of a cookie and a triangle of butter cake, nothing that needed to be prepared. No candle like the other tables received with their birthday celebrations that I noticed, kind of frustrating seeing we were celebrating 2 Birthdays. After that had to get up twice from the table to ask for our boxed food we had not received yet and also the bill. Ended up getting our bill from another waiter which seemed frustrated that he had to lift a finger for his fellow staff. Being in the service industry myself left a bad taste in my mouth. You guys can visibly see he is seriously in the weeds and nobody offered to help. They just let him tank!!! I know RUBY himself would not tolerate this! Chris comes to the table to express his apologies and take care of our bill personally at this point he is in a full blown sweat :( We paid our bill. Here the waiter attendant comes with some more water NOT with our food he took 30+ minutes ago but more water!! We said where is our food you were supposed to box up 30 minutes ago??? Go's in the back get our food, 1 small bag for 3 people! Of course the side of béarnaise I ordered was not in there when we checked to see if it was even our food!!! At those point I didn't care I just wanted to leave!!! Do to other staff members not willing to pitch in and help out we were probably there an hour to an hour and 1/2 longer than we should have been. For a $500 + food bill including tip, I feel this experience should have gone waaaaaaay better. The " star " is for Chris holding it together. Thank you Chris ! read more

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Went here for my husband's 30th birthday! We did valet since a lot of the fence spots were taken up with self-parking. Valet was quick and easy. We were greeted when we walked in. We were seated quickly. Hank was our waiter and Sam was helping him. Both were amazing. This was our first time at a Jeff Ruby's restaurant and we will be back. Hank was very knowledgeable and gave his advice on what to order! We started off with drinks. I had a Moscato D'Asti and my husband had a Pina Colada. The Pina Colada was the best one we have ever had. I ordered one later in our meal because it was so good. We had the Ruby Roll and Oysters Rockefeller. Both were very good! My husband did the $70 Lobster & Steak meal deal since you got to taste various aspects of Jeff Ruby's menu including the Freddie Salad. I had the Filet Scampi which was to die for. Both steaks melted in our mouths. For dessert, they came out with a cupcake for his birthday which was so good. Didn't realize just a cupcake could taste so good. We had the butter pie as well. We had never had butter pie before, and it was unforgettable. read more

The service and food are absolutely standout and the location is beautiful! It was tastefully decorated for Christmas and had a cozy feel with the fireplaces lit upstairs. Although we had a few issues with our visit (long wait time despite a reservation, being out of cowboy steak and nori, and wrong side dish came out), our server, Jeff, and the manager did everything in their power to take care of us and make up for it. This 5 star care and the delicious food is why we always keep coming back to Carlo & Johnny (in addition to the other Jeff Ruby restaurants)! read more

My husband and I celebrated our 48th Wedding Anniversary at Carlo & Johnny October 15th. The Entrees were absolutely delicious we enjoyed Filet Mignon, Mashed Potatoes, Mushrooms and Salad. As soon as we arrived the waiter served complementary Champaign to celebrate our Anniversary and our names were printed at the top of the menu we were given! The atmosphere is romantic, elegant and beautifully decorated. Our waiter Greg filled us in on the History of the restaurant and the possibility of a Ghost haunting. It was a very enjoyable evening and I would recommend Carol & Johnny we definitely will be returning. read more

We came here for our 10th Valentine's Day together this year. The service we had at the bar was phenomenal. I definitely recommend they were great. The drinks was great. The meals were out of this world. The dessert was incredible. Obviously an upscale steakhouse with a wonderful ambience. We even picked up a signature cigar for my husband. The quality of the cigar was out of this world. The ice cream cigar mousse dessert we had was also one of the best presentations I've ever seen in my life. Jeff Rubys completely out of their selves with this one. To top it off, we had reservations at 10 PM and normally when you have reservations late at a restaurant, you're not expecting to have quite quality service by that point in the evening, but man they were just on point. Amazing staff highly recommend taking your loved ones here. read more

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Food incredible, service amazing, great vibe in this place as always. Fantastic place for special occasions, not cheep but for the food and service not a bad value for your money! read more

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Not being big red meat eaters [my husband eats zero red meat, daughter is pescatarian, and I indulge in a good filet on special occasions] we are not big steakhouse aficionados. Following my precious Mom-in-Law's funeral last week, my husband wanted to treat the 3 of us to a relaxing, exceptional dining experience. He selected C&J and daughter clinched the reservation. Our dining experience was exceptional, to say the least! The closest I have come to dining at a restaurant like C&J is The Capital Grille in DC [dined there numerous times] and a Morton's in northern VA. Although both of these restaurants provide solid, exceptional experiences, C&J completely eclipsed both of them in every way possible! The abundant staff were all friendly, courteous, and beyond knowledgeable! They all really displayed a heart for service, which is exceptionally rare these days. I asked one of our servers about their training, being a long-time server/cocktail waitress "back in the day" myself, and I mentioned that they must have a 15 minute "stand up" meeting prior to service each shift. She said, "No, our training is much more extensive than that," which was clearly evident in their execution. Well done C&J! I absolutely love artichokes, and their treatment of the artichoke appetizer I ordered was exceptional [that adjective seems to be a theme here!], creative, and unique. It was very filling. It inspired me to go on an artichoke preparation adventure and try to replicate their recipe along with a long-time Italian version I've been wanting to cook. The gnocchi were delicious! The crab cake was exceptional, and all dishes were prepared to our special requests, plates removed at the appropriate time, and waters never empty - all inconspicuously and unobtrusively. Their wine list was the size of a small town's phone book, and daughter and I split a sauvignon blanc which was an excellent accompaniment to our dinner selections. Thank you, C&J for providing an uplifting memorable experience for our family, after such an extremely solemn day! We look forward to visiting your restaurant in nearby Nashville for a special occasion! read more

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Carlo & Johnny, from our initial request for a reservation through to our leaving the restaurant after eating, treated our group of 13 old men like special celebrities. The Jeff Ruby room was a perfect size, the food was excellent and plentiful, and the personnel helping us celebrate our event were helpful, patient, and always available. It would be difficult to mention each employee separately since there were many who assisted in our having a great time. We were celebrating our 100th Monthly Eating since starting our group in 2016, and if we're still around in 9 years, we decided to celebrate our 200th Monthly Eating also at C & J. read more

This is a premium price restaurant which needs to step up. First, we were seating outside on a nice patio which was great. The downside is that it's mid October and there were no heat lamps. Nor did we know, so one of us went home to bring Jackets. Then we ordered drinks. Took forever as I don't think the bar could handle the volume. Come on, this is Saturday night and a steak house! Happened again on reorder. Food was delicious and served in a reasonable time. Extensive sushi menu. Yet, when I ordered hot Saki, they couldn't serve it hot nor in a proper containers. Got it in a wine glass!! Really? The waiter was very gracious which helped a lot. But, given the above, we were disappointed for a fine restaurant. read more

What an excellent choice! Our wait staff Joe, his assistant Blake and Allie our wine expert were absolutely amazing!! The food was excellent and Jordan the manager was amazing as well. We had no negatives about our experience here. They treated us very well. We are from Texas and just happened to pick the best steakhouse in Cincinnati, Ohio. read more

Carlo & Johnny - Cowboy ribeye, lobster mac and cheese. - Steakhouses Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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First time ever eating at any of the Jeff Ruby's restaurants. Carlo and Johnny was phenomenal. Our server, Ashley, who by the way only told us she had been there for a month kicked ass. She was super attentive, nice, and her knowledge of the menu and history of the restaurant was right on par for what I would expect. All of the food was fantastic. Everything 5 stars. Thank you Ashley for making it a memorable experience. Will be back! read more

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After reserving a table in the elevated area in the bar, we were seated at a table on the dance floor! The table was 1 foot away from the band. We could not talk to each other, the waiter couldn't walk around the table to take our order, we had to yell it to him. People on the dance floor were right behind our table, less than two feet. Our waiter attempted to take our dinner order before we got our first drink, while the drinks sat on the bar. Our steaks were okay, nothing to brag about, our baked potato was half cooked, didn't melt butter. The dinner experience was not worth $500! Our night was ruined. read more

Sat in the Collection Room upstairs, place is beautiful. Best steak I've had in a while. New York Strip. Treatment from staff was amazing; respectful but not super uptight and fake about it, genuine conversation. read more

Carlo & Johnny - New York Strip - Steakhouses Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

We went there on a date. The place is very cozy and beautifully decorated. It was packed but the service was great. Our food came out pretty quickly as we ordered appetizers as well. Out mashed potatoes were room temp and the Macaroni and cheese not hot all the way through. I will say we did have a late reservation (8:30) so maybe that's partly to blame. read more

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Ashley and Kate were the staff at bar and they greeted us promptly. Kate was on it as soon as we sat down. I asked for recommendations and she was on it! She got me their moscato and then recommended the surf and turf special with salad, Freddy 6oz lobster tail, 6 oz petite steak and mashed potato's. Dessert was a hbd treat with whipped cheesecake butter pie and truffle chocolate. Every item was very delicious and prepared exactly as we asked. I'd definitely return. I appreciated the hospitality and service provided by their team. Parking is out front for free or there is valet as well. It's dark inside the restaurant so this would be good for a date night spot as well. read more

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One of the best place to dine in Cincy area , never disappointed, the new addition of the menus ---Sushiiiii ! Omg they are so yummy ! The Crab cake is on point , and of course Steak never can go wrong ! read more

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We went to Carlo & Johnny for a day after Valentine's dinner as a family date. I hadn't been for years and I was underwhelmed the last time I went, compared to the other Jeff Ruby locations. That all changed this visit! Our first course was the much recommended meatball. It was full of flavor and oh those grits. As a southern girl, I heartily approve. We visited during the annual surf and turf special, each enjoying a lobster tail and filet. Both were high quality and cooked to perfection. My pescatarian daughter enjoyed fresh, spicy hamachi roll while we ate our steaks. Our server was helpful and friendly. We will celebrate here again in the future. read more

Carlo & Johnny - Wagyu Meatball - Steakhouses Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

We celebrate our anniversary every year at Carlo and Johnny's and love the atmosphere on the back patio, dining outside. The food is always excellent. I ordered the Joe Burrow steak (my wife had the filet) and we split a baked potato which could feed 4 people it was so big! Service was great. One thing they need to consider is accommodating diners with gluten free restrictions. There was no gluten free bread available - so I eat the regular bread while she sits there starving waiting for her entree. Other restaurants like Cooper Hawks offers gluten free bread. The staff should consider offering that also. Also, the dessert menu doesn't mark the items gluten free either, so the servers have to go back and ask which ones are gluten free delaying time to enjoy dessert. Please consider marking the menu with gluten free items - it is the 2025 not the 1990s. read more

Carlo & Johnny - Steakhouses Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Always an enjoyable evening at Carlo & Johnny! Got a little crazy this evening and tried the honeycomb burrata. It was fantastic. The filet was perfectly prepared as usual, along with the baby carrots. Definitely recommend! Also recommend reservations. read more

Carlo & Johnny - Petite Filet Mignon and Baby Carrots - Steakhouses Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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