Loved it. Fantastic experience all around. The staff and ambiance are great, and the food is phenomenal. I was impressed by it all. I recommend the brussel sprout salad, and all of their cocktails and sushi are top notch. read more

Too expensive for what it is. Really bad service. They were not particularly busy. Food came out cold. At the same time; the quality of the dishes was decent. The steak with gravy was excellent. read more

I had a lovely server named Lauren who was so sweet and informative. Great experience, great food, great service! Thanks Lauren!

This restaurant is great. Asian fusion, which I'm still not sure what it means, but delicious. The interior is very chic and the food was amazing. The miso soup was one of the best I've had and different - browner than usual. I ordered the tuna tartar type thing in the appetizer section (as recommended by the bartender) and it was huge and delicious. Absolutely perfect and the tuna was fresh - not a fist bite. I also got the yellowtail sashimi with truffle oil and OMG! If you like truffle you MUST get this. We will definitely be back again.. and again.. and again... read more

Great ambiance, great service, even better food. You might originally question what fried rice is worth $18, but the steak fried rice is the best fried rice I've ever had and so worth it! read more

Came here for dinner, and it wasn't bad. The ambiance of the restaurant is really nice with a ton of windows and really clean and modern decor. We came on a rainy summer evening and were seated near the front of the restaurant, perfect for people watching. The service overall was good- we were feeling a little cold because the AC was on, and after we told one of the waiters he quickly had the AC turned down. Our main waiter, however, was a little weird. His demeanor was just a little odd, and when we asked if he could have our salad split onto 2 plates, he said no because it would take away from the experience of getting everything in a shareable style, even though we explained that it was just hard to split a salad without making a mess at the table. Everyone else, however was great! For the food, we split the fries brussel sprout salad, the gyoza, and the el pastor tacos. The gyoza weren't bad, but they really didn't stand out. The tacos probably could've done with more kimchi, and I'd probably nix the pineapple. The salad, however was pretty tasty, and I've never had a salad like that before! We decided to forego dessert here since nothing looked too exciting. Overall service was decent and the food was good not great, would probably not come back for a full meal. read more

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Everything was amazing! Food was delicious, food was on time and nicely plated. On top of that, we came during mother's day and they gave a rose to my wife (even she is not a mother yet) Highly recommended! read more

Brussels sprout salad is amazing! Very creative. Great location with really cool decoration along with outdoor space. Rest of the menu is decent. read more

Went here for the first time Friday to grab drinks. PROS: drinks were very good! They had a great assortment of alcohol and cocktails. They tasted wonderful. The whole table I was wish was impressed. The atmosphere was amazing. They did a great job at decorating the place. It is very modern with a clean white washed wood which is very bright and pleasing. They even have a living wall in the back which is very cool. The sushi bar is nice as well. The bar is awesome with a standing bar (similar to Bakersfield)- nice touch. We didn't eat- but I glanced at the menu and they have Asian food as well as tacos. It's an interesting mix...but I would give it a try. CONS: the service sucked. We weren't greeted when we walked in. The two girls at the front were just standing at chatting. Then when we approached them they just stared at us until WE asked if we could get a drink at the bar. She proceeded to just point us in that direction. We approach the bar (which was packed) with no where to grab a drink. Finally a man came up to us (I assume the manager) and kindly told us to take a seat and a waitress would love to get our drinks for us! I wish we had known this from the start. We get our drinks and then it took forever to get our check. The waitress barely came back to check on us and YET AGAIN the manager came over and asked if we needed something and we said we had been waiting to check out for about 20 minutes. By this time we were ready to go. I am big on good service especially for a new restaurant and we didn't receive it here. Also- as a vegetarian there is barely anything on the menu to eat. Most Asian restaurants have veg sushi to offer but this restaurant didn't have one. The entrees all had meat or fish as well. They need a larger selection to cater to non meat eaters as well. Not sure if we'll be back... read more

E+O *Kitchen* should focus on being a restaurant and not a nightclub in the middle of a residential neighborhood. The first time we went, they were out of half the beers on their menu. Then, after multiple promises, the refund for my incorrect to-go order was never granted. Also, it would be nice if they'd stop blaring outdoor music outside of the hours they're actually open. read more

My wife and I went this past Saturday night and had a wonderful time. Service was excellent the GM stood in for our server a couple times as he was backed up. Extremely nice made sure our drinks were refilled and our orders were taken. Can't wait to go back. Brussel sprouts salad is a must. Sushi was great. Chicken bowl was very good highly recommend!!! read more

E+O is hands down my favorite restaurant! The service and the food is always great. And the sushi is always very fresh!

My fiancé and another couple came for Valentine's Day. The atmosphere was pleasing visually but the place smelled strongly of fish and cleaning products. The best part about this place were the drinks and sushi. Both were refreshing, creative, unique and tasty! However, the service was poor. Our server wasn't very friendly or knowledgable about the menu, never giving a good description about a menu item when asked. When the hostess sat us she talked all about this delicious chocolate cake for dessert that we looked forward to ordering. The server never offered us that dessert she just asked how we wanted to split the checks. We felt like we were being kicked out. Our meals came out at all different times. I got the pork bowl and it was ice cold, not done all the way and had little to no flavor. I was very disappointed. I don't think I'll be coming back. read more

My wife and I visited the old Beluga spot on a Sat night after dining elsewhere. Our review is based on our experience in the bar area. Our first impression was that this E+O is begging to be a 1990's Manhattan restaurant, all attitude and no service. I emphasize"1990's" because even the restaurants in Manhattan have adapted to the reality that quality service is a necessity to thriving in a competitive market. The hostess at the front door greeted us warmly when we arrived, which is the last good thing I'll say about our experience. The bar was crowded so we stood in a corner and politely ordered a glass of wine and a beer from the blonde bartender Elissa, who couldn't be bothered to say "hello", "thank you", or much else for that matter. My wife spent her college years bartending and always points out the importance of being friendly behind the bar. Finally 2 seats opened up, but I noticed a "reserved" card sitting on the bar in front of the two seats (previously populated by two women). I asked a second bartender if we could sit there, and he responded that "sorry, we have three people coming at 8:00". Mind you, it was 8:45. But the bigger point, is what kind of restaurant reserves their bar seats? At this point, I felt like I was in bizarro land and didn't feel like arguing these points with the staff, so we politely set our newly ordered drinks down on the bar and paid our tab. I think I heard Elissa angrily blathering something in our direction when she discovered we hadn't tipped her for her "service". Go to any Ruby's restaurant, Boca, most of OTR, and you'll be treated as guests and accommodated to great meals and service. Not sure what the E+O experience is going for, but we won't be back to try and figure it out. read more

Love it! That Kale Brussel Sprout slaw is on point!!!! After that I got the fried chicken sliders because.... Well...... I'm a black dude. Those were real good. My friends had other taco and of course I tried those as well. My only only complaint would probably be the menu. It's so many items on there. Which is usually a good thing but from a business standpoint and a customers it can be overwhelming. The steak tacos were meh which is a shame because steak is a pretty malleable meat in the flavoring sense. The steak was pretty bland. The service speed was normal but the place is the old dancing wasabi I think so it's kind of small. Other than these super small things I think it's excellent. Just condense the menu a little bit and make those dishes the best around read more

We came for brunch because this place has great curb appeal and patio seating (which was nice). The inside was also very nice and so if I was only rating based on ambiance it would get 5 stars. However, the drinks were over priced for the portion. And the food just wasn't that good. It was edible (mostly) but I definitely wouldn't recommend it. I got the potatos bravos which was basically two sunny side up eggs and some bland potatos and chorizo (the chaotic was good though). My fiancé got the egg white soufflé which was pretty bland as well. Also, the service was terribly slow. The hostess was quite friendly but the service was very apathetic. read more

Horrible Management !!! General Manager curses at his employees couldn't even enjoy my meal listening to how they treat there employees... Very disappointing read more

my boyfriend and i randomly wanted to go for a light dinner. the atmosphere was great! it was a nice cool night so we sat outside. we got out waters very shortly after being seated, but it took almost 45 minutes for our food to come out... the people next to us who came about 15 mins after us, ordered and got their food before we did.. i got the rice bowl with bulgolgi - it was tasty, but for the price, i don't think it was worth it.. my boyfriend got the ramen noodle soup with duck - it was not my taste but he thought it was OK we would have to give this place another try.. read more

I like the decor, vibe and music (very "trendy"). Service was friendly and accommodating. The food was nothing to write home about though, so go for a drink if you want to check out the scene. read more

I enjoy trying new places in Cincinnati, but unfortunately, last night was not a good experience at E + O. This was the second time I had been there, the food is overall pretty good, no complaints on that end, but the service on the other hand is something to be desired. Last night I went into the restaurant alone planning to eat at the bar. it was later in the evening and not very crowded, there were a group of people that seemed to be the bartenders friends that were getting ready to leave and a few groups of gentlemen at the bar. I sat at the bar and made eye contact with the bartender multiple times and it took her about 10 minutes to actually acknowledge that I was there. I asked her if I could have a menu and she walked away minutes passed again and she continued to chat with everyone and when she finally came over and I asked a question regarding the menu and she answered my question and I was about ready to order and walked away again. At this point I got up and left. I ended up going to another establishment down the street and it was a 180 difference in service. read more

Food/drinks/scenery PHENOMENAL. Only downside is that there's only one bathroom for everyone to share, but everything else couldn't be better read more

Walked in and was immediately impressed by the beautiful ambiance. Hostess had our reservation ready. Menu was creative, food delicious. Why 3-stars? Sadly, service was very disappointing. How does a restaurant invest so much into its food and look yet have such an unexperienced waitstaff? God love Jerami, he was trying his best, but he seemed clueless! We asked him about the menu, he said very little. He got our order wrong. He never refilled our water. He brought out 2 of the same orders of a glass of wine with one having only half a pour in it. Maybe he was intimidated by a table of 4 women with incredibly good looks? I hope so! This restaurant has potential with some waitstaff training. read more

Brussels sprouts salad is a must. So crispy and fresh and perfectly tangy! Dragons breath and tango was amazing. Beautiful place. Has parking spot right behind the restaurant. Will definitely go back again. read more

I had high hopes for a restaurant with a Latin American and Asian fusion inspired menu. However, it was not cohesive. Besides a couple sushi rolls, I didn't see a fusion at all. It was either Latin American or Asian. Nothing brought it together. The sushi we had was good, but honestly I would rather go down the street to get it cheaper. Facilities were beautiful and service was great. Overall the food just fell short of expectation and was over priced. read more

Needed a vegan option for a special day and stumbled across E + O. I love food so I was excited to try them out. I am very pleased. The seating options were perfect for the current times and space needed between people. More pleased I was with the great service, simple clean and beautiful decor, nice atmosphere and delicious food! Perfect place to go for my bfs bday. Looking forward to going again and again and again! read more

Excellent food and service. Unique sushi. If you go, you have to get the Brussel sprout salad. The Great White Roll is excellent.

Loved our bartender Andrew and the food was amazing!! Brussel sprout salad was delish!

Brussel and kale salad was dynamite! Gauc was great. Tacos were terrible. Sushi was okay. Service was weird. Our waiter was inattentive and someone was always at our table taking away glasses or plates. It was intense. I do not think i will return. But really, the Brussel salad was great. And the inside looks fantastic. If onky the food was better. read more

Amazing, fresh and AWESOME atmosphere. If you haven't been to this spot you need to add it to your must haves!! It is meant to share so be sure to go with a group of friends to try as much as possible! read more

Why in the f___ does the ceviche have mayo all over it?! Also, why does it not have even a hint of citrus flavor?! This is not ceviche. The Loco Moco was bland and uninspiring and the carne tacos were even more bland - terrible. Brussel salad was ok as was the tuna poke. The cocktail menu is a positive. read more

Excellent meal-very creative food , excellent service, great decor! I feel like I was in Chicago or NYC instead of in Cincinnati!

This is our first time to dine here. We came in for brunch, expecting Japanese food, and were pleasantly surprised by their interesting menu. They have a brunch menu thus we ended up ordering a variety of entrees. My wife ordered the Brussel sprout salad which had kale, brussel spouts, chili and other ingredients. It was a decadent savory salad that was great with or without the salad dressing. We were a party of 4 and had a variety of bruch entrees. My son and I had the Loco Moco which had spam rice, grass fed beef, and eggs; and my wife had the Patatas bravas? which had chorizos, pork belly and eggs and potatoes; and my daughter had a variety of sushi. Their potatoes were scrumptious - crispy on the outside and tender in the inside. The rest of the entrees were spot on. We loved them. We also appreciate the fact that my daughter was able to make choices considering she has soy allergies, is sensitive to gluten and night-shade foods. We know we're coming back because we want to try the rest of their menu. read more

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Last night, I went to EO with my wife and four other friends for dinner (my wife made a reservation) Upon arrival there were 3 people at the door to greet us, we checked in, and were quickly responded to with looks of worry. We were told that our table wasn't ready yet. We expressed our confusion as to why our table wasn't ready and that's when they sent over the manager (who wasn't wearing a mask), he explained that our table wasn't ready because the previous diners were still eating and finishing up. Great, good for them. My service from Daniel was wonderful and the food was great but I would NOT recommend coming here for a special occasion. While waiting for my table there were others waiting too (who had reservations) - seems like a pattern!! read more

Imagine flavors repeatedly exploding in your mouth - that is the E+O experience. Large menu with all kinds of fun things to try that keep bringing me back. The tacos were a delicious surprise and they easily have the best sushi offerings in the city! read more

First of all, I'm sure you've seen it from the outside, but it's pretty cool. Walking up the stairs to E&O is like walking up on a bad ass deck that you can't wait to have a drink on. The ambiance of this restaurant is pretty perfect for me. The floors are beautiful (can be slick!), the decor and lighting are perfect, there is a live growing plant wall in the back, etc. The music is fun- kind of techno/club music but on a dinner scale. Food- Brussel sprout salad- absolutely delicious! The brussel sprouts are shaved with crispy kale, red peppers and this dressing that I could have drank. Guac- this was pretty good for me but I don't think I'd order it again. Their selling point is that they blend cream into to make it creamy so the texture is nice but it lacks in flavor. The chips were good though! Sushi- we just had a basic crab roll for my daughter. It was nicely presented and good, as expected! Octopus skewers- we love octopus so any place that has it, we get it. Sad to say that it was very over cooked and I wouldn't order it again. Although the sauce that came on top was pretty tasty. Spicy shrimp- fried shrimp in a spicy creamy sauce over a bed of lettuce. Really good if you toss it all up. Really, you can't go wrong with this dish. Loco Moco- this dish wasn't the most eye appealing for me but it was amazing! Not sure what cut of beef this is but its was so tender, full of flavor and cooked perfectly, served over rice, gravy (no idea what type but so good) and an egg on top. I wasn't 100% impressed with E&O but definitely be back for the good stuff! read more

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We went here last night for the first time, although my daughter had been here recently and loved it. Good selection of varied items on the menu, so when you can't quite decide what kind of food you want to eat, you can come here and have a little of this, a little of that. Our server, who was terrific, recommended diners order a couple of items to share, and then periodically order more until satisfied. We didn't quite do that, but we did share all of the items we ordered. Cocktails: I had the Strawberry Sling, based on a recommendation on Yelp. Made of Vodka, Strawberry, Serrano Coriander, and Lemon. My own fault for not realizing that the Serrano Coriander would add as much "bite" to the cocktail as it did, because I was surprised at how spicy it was for me. I drank it all, and it was good...just be forewarned that there is a little bit of a kick. My daughter ordered the Ocean Water, and I took a little sip. Very tasty! My son drank a red wine, reasonably priced, by the glass. We started off with Sushi, ordering two rolls to share. One had pork belly, and was really good! I loved the carafe the soy sauce came in. Lovely. Because of reviews I had read, we decided a must have was the Brussels Sprout and Kale salad with shrimp. The kale is roasted and in small, crisp pieces. Lightly dressed, if you wish, by the server at table side. Very good! Other items we shared were the crispy chicken tacos, the duck buns, and the loco moco. The duck buns come two to a plate, in the soft bun-bread, folded in half. Full of flavor, tender pieces of duck. Delicious! However, the loco moco was the only miss for us of the night. Maybe it was because we had been eating bright flavors, with layers of surprises (acid, sweet, salty, crunchy, soft, savory) when we got the loco moco it just felt boring and unseasoned. The meat was cooked well, but it just seemed to be pieces of beef on a bed of white rice with a touch of standard-issue gravy on top. It wasn't bad, just not memorable compared to the other items we shared that night. Luckily, the last item to arrive was the crispy chicken tacos. They were very nicely cooked, with that delicious crunch when you bite into them, and a fabulous chili aioli that went perfectly with the taco, ramping up the flavor. Three to a plate (although we would have liked to have been able to "mix and match" the tacos) and left us with traces of the flavorful dining experience in our mouths, which is always a delightful way to finish an evening. We were not "dressed up" but not overly casual, and we felt comfortable. When I was here during the "Dancing Wasabi" days, I felt so out of place with the atmosphere, I only came one time. However, it is a little cozier inside to me, and the server was so attentive, that we all felt it was a special night out. Prices were about average, although I did feel some items were priced higher than they should have been (like the Brussels Sprout salad and the Loco Moco) but no real complaints. We will return, and I recommend you stop by! read more

Delicious! Every bite of food was superb, and the ambiance was fantastic. Brussels sprouts salad had a tasty vinaigrette that our table raved about. The karaage chicken was so yum. We also tried the gaucho steak and steamed buns. They did not disappoint! The great white sushi roll was recommended by our server. I loved it! But it's definitely not your normal sushi roll... The bar was backed up, so drinks took a while, and there's no dessert menu, which was a bummer. But overall, a great dining experience. read more

We've been awaiting this place for almost a year since it was announced so we went in with great expectations. They did not disappoint. The atmosphere is great. Very light clean and unique. It feels like it could be on the beach which is fitting for their theme of earth and ocean. The plant wall in the back room is a highlight. The service did leave something to be desired and I would've given 5 stars if it was more on point. I suspect the shortcomings are a result of poor training and it will work itself out soon. They server we had simply described everything we asked about as phenomenal and he didn't know the ingredients in some dishes well - something I've come to expect in Cincinnati's dining scene. My only other complaint was with the drinks. We had an $8 Cosmo that was very good but the specialty drinks fell very very short for $10. My Moscow mike was flat, watery and tiny with no special twist to justify $10. On to the good: the food was excellent. The tacos were flavorful, large and packed with yummy ingredients for only $9 (for 3). The dumpling appetizer was good and the edamame guacamole was delicious and unique. The Brussels sprout salad with kale was the most delicious salad I've tasted in a long time and I will back back for it without a doubt. The sushi was standard, the skewers were well prepared and the steamed bun appetizer my dad had he said was very good. Overall a great dining experience with very reasonable prices. Fix the service issues and bring the cocktail prices down or make them more unique and this would be 5 stars for sure. read more

Their food is a combo of Latin and Asian, with a focus on freshness. Our group tried several appetizers, tacos, sushi, salads, and specialty dishes. Everything we had was delicious, and extremely fresh. The cocktails are original and surprising. The atmosphere is modern, and overall this place is worth the wait! read more

Their menu (including cocktail) won't disappoint -- everything is tasty, fresh, creative and fusion. The ambiance is gold.