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    Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Cincinnati

    4.4 (822 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndSteakhouses
    Open 4:30 pm - 11:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Upscale
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    Lobster Gnocchi
    Erini N.

    Great food, the crab cake (not pictured) was phenomenal. I liked it so much we ordered a second one for the table. I was more impressed by the seafood than the steaks, but overall delicious food. The crème brûlée for dessert was smooth and delicious and the chocolate shoe, though too sweet and dense for my personal taste, is a fun unique experience, and everyone else found it delicious. Our service was wonderful and it's a very classy location for a celebratory dinner. Would go again

    Wagyu Meatball
    J E.

    I've eaten at many steakhouses/chophouses across the country over the years, but this one has a different approach to everything they do compared to the others. Don't get this place confused with the national chains, like Ruth's Chris, Morton's, or even Eddie V's & Capital Grill (those two are favs of mine). Rather Jeff Ruby has a unique approach to not only the décor, but the menu, and amazing quality/prep of their food. They have the standard items - various prime steaks, seafoods, etc... But their preparation was incredibly fresh and tasty! The 8oz filet I got was perfectly prepared and so very good! All the sides were incredible, my favorite was creamed spinach. For appetizers, their huge Wagyu meatball was incredible! The sauce was so very good and smokey and the texture of the meat itself was soft and tender. Save room for dessert as they also have in-house pastry chef's making incredibly unique "Air Jordan" and Rolex cakes! Their butter pie was something I'd never experienced before, definitely loved it too. Service was great, very attentive and helpful. Definitely would return!

    Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse isn't just dinner -- it's an experience. From the moment you walk in, the ambiance is breathtaking. It feels elevated, glamorous, and special in a way that instantly sets the tone for the night. The service? Absolute perfection. Attentive without hovering, polished without feeling stiff -- they truly make you feel taken care of. The food is consistently great, from perfectly prepared steaks to every thoughtful detail on the plate. And dessert? Completely birthday-worthy. If you're celebrating something special (or just want an excuse to), this is the place to do it right.

    elite p.

    This place is fire I always go when my dad is in town. Very good ambiance always busy. In a good area. The food is pretty good I think it's a little too pricey for the quality but I would recommend to go. The sushi is ok

    Carrot cake
    Patrice B.

    I visited Jeff Rubys for my birthday and was super excited to finally try them out. While the restaurant is absolutely beautiful and the service is top notch, my meal did not live up to the hype. For a top steakhouse my steak was burnt on the outside (medium well) and tough to cut. I definitely expected it to cut like butter seeing as it's such a high end restaurant. The asparagus was so incredibly salty that I couldn't even finish it. The mashed potatoes were fine and the carrot cake was phenomenal and was huge! All in all, I will return and try other items on the menu.

    Entry door to the Speakeasy private room.
    Billy T C.

    Listen, I've eaten some good meals in my life, but whatever the hell happened inside Jeff Ruby's Speakeasy that Friday night was basically a religious experience with cocktails. Our crew of 8 rolled in for our annual baseball trip -- we clean up just enough to pass for "gentlemen," but let's be honest, we're a traveling pack of loudmouths who argue about who should've bunted in the 7th inning of a 2003 Tigers game. Somehow, they still gave us a private room. Bold move, Jeff Ruby's. The place looks like Sinatra and Elvis opened a casino in Heaven. Gold trim, velvet everywhere, and chandeliers that probably cost more than my car. They even customized the menus with the Cincinnati Reds logo -- so of course, we felt like VIPs who just signed multi-million dollar contracts. And I've got to give a huge shoutout to Maggie Rixson, who set the whole thing up for us. Maggie is an absolute rockstar -- made sure our group was taken care of from start to finish, and somehow made us look more sophisticated than we actually are. She's the kind of person who could organize a dinner for the Rolling Stones and still remember your drink order. The food? Unreal. The steaks were so tender I considered proposing. The mac and cheese might have violated several laws of physics. Every side dish slapped harder than a Reds fastball, and by dessert -- a chilled Reds cake masterpiece -- we were ready to sing "Take Me Out to the Ballgame" in harmony. The staff? Absolute legends. They were everywhere -- like stealth ninjas with wine bottles, making sure no glass ever saw the bottom. I swear at one point they refilled my bourbon telepathically. And I've got to give credit where it's due -- the one and only, Jamie D, highly recommended Jeff Ruby's, and she was absolutely right. This place isn't just dinner; it's an event. When the night ended, we didn't just leave full. We left changed. I'm pretty sure one guy in our group achieved enlightenment somewhere between the filet and the crème brûlée. Five stars. Would sell a kidney to go back.

    Amy W.

    Holy smokes!!! This place was incredible! We stopped in for pre dinner drinks and just soaked in the ambiance! Just gorgeous! We were lucky to get a spot at the bar, as a party was just leaving. It was slammed for a Tuesday! They have a sparkly piano that was being played. This place passed the vibe check for sure! We didn't eat but everything looked great. The bartenders treated me like a birthday queen. If nothing else, you want to at least come and have a drink here. Everyone needs to check it out at least once!

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    Ask the Community - Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Cincinnati

    Is their a Dress code?

    Business casual upscale

    We have a “bar seating” reservation for 3 at Jeff Ruby’s. Our child is 18. Can he sit at a table in the bar to eat?

    Yes, sitting in the bar area is no different than the restaurant area.

    We have a reservation for "bar seating" - does this mean we will be seated at the bar or the bar area/room?

    You will be at a table in the bar area. If you haven't been to Ruby's before you are in for treat. The atmosphere is elegant and the food is the best you will ever have. Steaks are out of this world. If you like seafood it is a treat as well and… Read more

    How likely would you have bar seating for 3 right when you open on Father's Day 6/19? I know reservations are not available (per open table). We want that Tomahawk :) !

    Hello! Thank you for asking and our apologies for the delay. Seats at the bar are typically first come first serve!

    Do they still serve the tomahawk steak?

    Hello, Denisse! The Tomahawk Steak is not currently on the regular menu, but we will be offering it as a special for Father's Day this Sunday! We hope to see you soon!

    Is Charlie still there? Anyone know where he went?

    Hello! Thank you for asking. Charlie Bledsoe is General Manager at Carlo & Johnny. We hope to see you soon!

    Will they allow you to split an entree?

    Absolutely!

    Will they allow you to order a side portion of scallops with your steak?

    I'm not sure but they seem like they want to please you there.

    Is nutrition information available? even estimates for macros and calories would be helpful

    Is the cigar smoking patio enclosed from rain?

    Yes

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