Alara is a fairly new steakhouse in the Cincinnati area. What stood out to us was the outstanding…read moreservice we received. We were greeted upon entering my the host and manager Seated immediately at a pristine table. Our waitress, Devon explained several items on the menu and made recommendations based on customer likes. We started with the focaccia bread. Lightly toasted. With our choice of herb butter or olive oil. Perfect, we ate every bite. Then we had the beet salad Red & Golden beets thinly sliced with fresh herbs and goat cheese. A lot of thought went into making this dish perfect thank you chef My lady ordered the filet and I had the 14oz Choice Strip Steak. Both incredibly tender and served with a variety of sauces. Bone broth, chimichurri, and herb butter. All the sauces were fabulous with me, preferring the bone broth. Our side dish of roasted herbs brussels sprouts, and cauliflower in balsamic glaze, very tasty. We did the big finish with a large slice of delicious carrot cake. The host and the manager Mark came by and checked out on us to make sure everything was perfect, our server Devon made sure everything was perfect & treated us like royalty. Definitely a five star experience

Phenomenal experience this time around; I went by myself - I made a reservation expecting to be…read moreseated at the bar however the host informed me I would be kept company at the chefs table. (I will be booking this option from now on.) I ordered the surf and turf seasonal option with lobster and filet mignon cooked medium. I was surprised when a sea scallop I didn't order and a small glass of wine spritzer popped up but this is part of the chefs table experience - it was a sea scallop grilled with a chimichurri sauce and some crispy prosciutto. I would have never ordered this on my own so it was nice to try. I am a not a huge seafood person - the minute I cut into it I smelled the sea which was a turn off and I wasn't a fan of the texture but once I cut into tiny pieces and mixed with the sauce and the proscuitto I was able to actually find myself enjoying the dish plus boy did it look pretty coming out! The chefs table is nice because you get to watch everything be cooked - the mac and cheese looks amazing every single time - omg I must try it sometime. My waitress was phenomenal with purple and blue hair and the glittery eye shadow. She was so attentive and helpful. The steak was so juicy and cooked perfectly - I think next time I would get a larger steak or the grilled shrimp option as I wasn't the biggest fan of the lobster tail but still finished it. The salad was okay - I wish it had ranch instead. I also got the orange cream cloud for dessert to go which was shockingly light, airy and delicious - the citrus flavors with the passion fruit are so refreshing. I can't wait to come back and try something new . The place is beautifully decorated and they offer free parking options - the music is very low so you can have a conversation and even the chefs table wasn't too loud even though it was right next to the kitchen.

The food was great, we got in quickly even though it was very busy…read more Our server was awesome and accommodated any need we had. The ambiance was very unique and everyone seemed to be having a great time. Highly recommend!

The host was amazing she was concern to entertain guests where she apologized about the music. I…read morewas okay as I was craving for how this place would make crab and mussels. Your cooking staff is amazing and the server very attentive, highly professional and friendly. It made my dining experience here very pleasant. We are going there again tonight with a friend visiting from our former state, FL!

What a fantastic find and were absolutely blown away! We ordered the lobster roll and the fish and…read morechips - both were phenomenal and the Narragansett was the icing on the cake! The lobster roll was *perfectly* done: buttery, fresh, and loaded with tender lobster meat. No fillers, no nonsense - just pure New England flavor. It felt like we were right on the coast of Maine. The fish and chips were crispy, golden, and seasoned just right. The fish was flaky and fresh, and the fries were hot, crispy and satisfying. The staff was friendly and welcoming, and the whole place had a laid-back, coastal vibe that made the experience even better. We'll definitely be back!

Another place on our list to visit - the new shop with the new owners. They were customers and…read morebought from Mark who was the original founder. We stopped by after a visit to the Newtown Candy shop. We took some lobster roll kits and clam chowder home. They pride themselves on fresh seafood regularly flown in from around the world. Their pricing is double Jungle Jims and triple kroger. Can't say good or bad until we try the fresh fish. For example they have many types of Salmon from around the globe. $49.99 for Sea Bass is pricey for me. I think Halibut was $39.99 a pound and the salmon was $20-$30 a pound. They also make their own sides. The clam chowder had too many potatoes. On Friday and Saturday nights they cook a few meals out back in a small tent/room. Main items are Lobster Rolls and Fish n chips.

We were surprised at how great the food and service was. As soon as you walk in, they open the door…read morefor you. And when you leave they hold the door for you. Very nice touch. We sat at the bar and the service was outstanding. Anybody we had contact with was really nice. Their short rib ravioli was incredible. The cauliflower purée had such a perfect taste, and then adding the edamame, the crumble, the micro greens, the truffle, it was all incredible. We could've eaten more of that for sure. The other thing we completely enjoyed was the lobster and shrimp papparadelle. What amazing flavors! Of the things we ordered those were our two favorites. Oh my gosh, I almost left out the donut holes. Also fantastic.

Tucked away with a simple sign is one of the best restaurants I've eaten at. The aesthetics are…read moremodern & comfy. The food was delicious. The service needs improvement. We were tucked in a corner & essentially forgotten about. Our waiter was very apologetic & the restaurant did get busy but it's why I'm not giving this establishment 5.

'The entire lunch experience was FABULOUS. Today my husband and I went to Tony's to celebrate our…read more43rd wedding anniversary. We had pepperoni flatbread appetizer, shrimp scampi, chicken parmesan and brought home some tiramisu. The atmosphere is laid back, our server was very attentive, and the food was phenomenal. The owner took time to sit and chat with us for a few minutes, I'd give this restaurant 10 stars out of 5!!! Thanks Tony for a wonderful dining experience, we will be frequenting your establishment often.

The service was good and Friendly. Food was just ok. It…read morelacked flavor. It's a small family type Restaurant. They do not have liquor license but you can bring in your own wine.

If I could leave more than 5 stars I absolutely would. The food was incredible, as always. we had…read moreordered the filet Oscar, the crab dip and the ribeye. Could not recommend any of these options more. We genuinely used to come here for the dip, but every entree that we have tried has been spectacular and cooked to perfection. It's rare to find a place where we've genuinely loved everything. The place was cleaned to perfection, which is also rare when dining out since too busy to keep constantly clean. But the real star of the show for this trip was our server Paul. Not only was he extremely knowledgeable about the 40th anniversary background, which we enjoyed hearing about, he was also extremely attentive, VERY kind and had this warmth about him that made the entire dining experience much more enjoyable. He brought light to a genuinely rough week and is honestly the picture perfect example of the kind of people who you just want to have around you. If we could ask for him and have him every time we dined in, we absolutely would. Along with Paul, there were a few of the food runners and other servers who had come around the table and were also just as kind and extremely friendly. The entire experience was genuinely made by the incredible wait staff (though it's a huge plus that the food is always delicious). Cannot recommend this place enough and we are definitely looking forward to our next trip in!

Beautiful place and location. Plenty of parking in the parking lot…read more We went during lunch so they had lots of options for lunch and you could get dinner. Some of the prices were steep but I thought the food was really good. They usually have a featured dish. The shrimp gumbo was awful. Don't get that! It looked awful when it came out. Most brown juice. I got the rainbow trout and jumbo crab. All the different flavors was so good. I loved it. I will definitely be back.

We have been wanting to try this place for awhile now. Went on a Thursday evening, special was…read moreseafood boils and place was crowded. Told it would be 45 minute wait, but seating at bar was first come first serve. So we sat at the bar. Service was great. Brian bartender was top notch and did a great job of explaining menu, drinks and specials. Was not pushy or didn't try to steer us towards one item or another. Jalapeño poppers for appetizer was good. Wife got the swamp water mahi mahi with side of jambalaya. She loved it and only offered me 1 bite! I got the swamp water pasta. This was also fantastic! Portions are large and filling. We didn't try any desserts as there was no room Cool vibe to this place. Nice ambiance. You could tell there were many regulars and everyone was very friendly. Will definitely go back to try the pork chop and the seafood boils next time!! Cost for 1 appetizer, 2 entrees, 2 draft beers and 2 wines was under $100. That's a great deal!!

It was about a 20 minute wait on a Friday night…read more It took a little bit for a server to come over and help us. They were busing tables trying to get a lot of people sad so I know they were really "swamped." pun intended. We got the same server that we've had a lot in the past tonight he was on fire. I feel like he could've taken our order, but his eyes closed and he barely wrote anything down, but it all came out correctly. Food is always good, we have tried to find places around that compares, but there's just no other restaurant in this area.

I took my daughter there for her birthday. It was a most delicious experience. We both ordered the…read moreoysters. We shared the side dishes of onion rings and sweet potato fries. They gave my daughter a huge slice of chocolate cake for her birthday. We both shared it, it was wonderful. The place was clean, comfortable and with a very nice waitress. Can't wait to go back.

Ate my weight in butter (with a side of shellfish) and couldn't be happier. I love me a seafood…read moreboil, and the Cajun flavor is on point. Plastic bibs, gloves, and a shell bucket mean you're in for a good time! Crab legs were delicious, as were the crawfish--love the flexibility to do a combo and did another separate pound order for our kiddo. Easy parking hiding in a small strip next to Home Buys and Lowe's. We'll be back!

Yelped best white fish in Cincinnati and this little gem came up. Greeted warmly and order a 6…read morepiece cod fish basket, comes with fries and bread and asked for a side of coleslaw. This is an order to go curbside restaurant. No seating. The star of this show is the flaky cod! It's fresh and HOT! You smell it as you drive by and as you walk in your mouth is watering. Super tasty and exactly how I like my fish. 3 generations and very understandable! They know Fish. The coleslaw is homemade and absolutely Devine! I just thoroughly enjoyed every bite! Fish is served on top of the fries that's on top of a slice of bread. I took it to my car with pure excitement and anticipation and as soon as I took a bite of the coleslaw I knew greatness was about to happen. Well Done Alabama Fish Bar. Bravo to excellent tasting fish!

I asked AI for the best fried fish in Cincinnati, but I had stipulations: I don't like freshwater…read morefish and I don't like thick, hard breading. Google Gemini suggested the "Alabama Fish Bar" and it was absolutely right. SIX giant, thick Atlantic Cod filets with light breading, crinkle-cut french fries, cole slaw, peppers and onions and two slices of white bread later, and I am stuffed. The fish was GREAT!

The staff of this restaurant is amazing. We had a 5:30 reservation, but we did not check into the…read morehotel until 5:30. I stopped by the hostess desk to see if we could push back the reservation. This was a busy Saturday Night and she could not have been more accommodating. She took my name and assured me it was not a problem. Thirty minutes later we returned and the hostess called me by name. We were quickly seated with Erin (remember her name) who asked if we were going to the concert that night. She made suggestions that would help with our time restriction. She was spot on with the 12oz Barrel Cut Filet. You could almost cut it with only the fork. My wife had the 8oz Filet, and she said it was maybe the best steak she's ever had. We had the mashed potatoes and mac-n-cheese as our delicious sides. After our meal, Erin suggested we come back for coffee and dessert, which we did. My wife had the creme brûlée and I had the tiramisu. Both are made in house and delicious. Well worth the price. Great food, great drinks (try the smoked old fashioned) and top notch exceptional service.

The restaurant has a warm, upscale atmosphere. Our servers were friendly, but not super attentive…read more We had to wait on refills but our food was served quickly. The complimentary soft bread was good but the "chips" cheapened the meal. We ordered the chop salad and Caesar salad and both were served warm. The Caesar salad was terrible. It had a strange after taste, but the flavor of the chop salad was ok. The sear on the steaks were really good and cooked to perfection. The mashed potatoes were so tasty; 2nd best I've ever had! The mac & cheese was bland. Tasted like too much cream was added, which took away any taste of cheese. The chocolate cake was ok, but I don't believe it is made in house. It's reminiscent of a Malones chocolate cake. We were also served with a complimentary dessert which was a tempered chocolate cup filled with whipped cream topped with chocolate and strawberry sauce. It was pretty but not appetizing for us to eat a cup of whipped cream. Overall we enjoyed checking this restaurant off our list but will not return (we drove over 2 hours just to try this restaurant)