I had an excellent lunch at Dean's today. I had the chicken shawarma wrap (no tomatoes) which was…read moredelightful - it had unexpected pickles and plenty of pickles onions and chicken. The wrap itself was so good. The stuffed grape leaves were so good and lemony; the falafel was very good and just slightly spicy. I can't wait to get back!

First let me start by saying I Absolutely love this establishment for many reasons. My partner and…read moreI grocery shop here multiple times a week and eat from their menu probably just as often! However- lately the quality of the kitchen and the food coming out of it hasn't been the same the past couple months and I'm not sure what's going on back there. I've had several issues with food orders lately and one that included a hair in my wrap. I truly want to keep supporting this place because overall it's great! But I will be hesitant to order from their kitchen for a while.

We had an unforgettable experience at Pepp & Dolores last night. It's rare that a restaurant…read moremanages to combine incredible food with such genuine, heartfelt hospitality. My husband and I went to dinner for our 10 year anniversary after a very difficult week for our family, and we were honestly too emotionally drained to make decisions. Our server, Jasmine, kindly took the reins and chose our meal for us -- which turned out to be the best decision we could have made. Every single dish she brought out was phenomenal. We started with the artichokes, arancini, and whipped ricotta -- each one better than the last. Then came the lemon pasta, spicy vodka pasta, shrimp, spaghetti and meatballs, and veal scallopini. Everything was absolutely delicious and clearly made with so much care. By the end we were so full we couldn't even attempt dessert. What made the evening truly special, though, was the kindness of the team. Levi, the GM, went so far out of his way to make us feel cared for and welcomed during a moment when we really needed it. The warmth and compassion we experienced there meant more than I can adequately put into words. Restaurants often talk about hospitality, but the team at Pepp & Dolores truly embodies it. Thanks for an evening we will never forget.

Our servers Gina and Chloe were amazing! Very tentative and had great recommendations and banter!…read moreWill definitely be asking for them every time we come back! Can't forget how amazing the food always is here as well.

Located a little off the path of OTR. Came for dinner and the mood and vibes were great. Low…read morelighting for dinner, booth and more social seating + bar seating with comfy chairs. They had a great happy hour menu for during the week and the food was delicious! We had the shishito peppers and arancini to start (and I immediately wanted more). Staff was very kind and attentive as well. Valet parking if that's something you are looking for in convenience.

Great food but waiter obviously wanted to turn the table…read more First we were seated next to the kitchen even though we had reservations months in advance. Moved us to a 2 top. Ordered bread and salad both came out almost immediately. As soon as we finished the salad we received our main. We looked around and realized other tables were what I would call European paced meals. Get your bread and enjoy your wine, then about 15 minutes later get your salad and then the main about 30 minutes later you get your main. Feeling rushed is not a good experience. Would I go back, yes. Would make sure I got another waiter.

We celebrated my parents' anniversary tonight. The staff was so gracious with changes we needed to…read moremake to our reservation. We had great service at the bar and at our table. They allowed us to bring our own cake. They brought it out on a cake stand for pictures and then took it in the back to cut and serve it to us. They also had a card on the table for my parents. It was a wonderful celebration. Dishes that we tried tonight that were new to us: Mushroom Bisque - 8/10 Bread and Butter - 7/10 Burger - 6/10 Scallops - 7/10 Cannelloni - 8/10 Coffee - 5/10 Our favorites remain the fries with the delicious sauce 10/10 and the vodka rigatoni 10/10. Best smelling bathrooms in the city. Love the house wine, the bar, the patio, and the service!

The Davidson is a elegant spot across from Fountain Square. I've been here twice with my family to…read morecelebrate Mother's Day and they have made each occasion feel special with their kindness. The first time we went they gave flowers to all the women for Mother's Day. This time though they're weren't flowers, they were very accommodating. My grandmother had an issue with her food, they remade the entire meal though it did take a while they gave her a treat for the long wait. The server and manager were very friendly and apologetic for the inconvenience. The food is 7-8/10. It always comes out fresh and plated nicely. I ordered their chicken sandwich and that was good! My family shared a lot of our entrees, I feel their poultry and seafood are their best. The pork chop though tender, wasn't incredibly tasty. I have not tried a beef dish. The dessert was delicious! The manager recommended eating the pan a cotta and pan de crème together and that was soooo good! It was a nice, light dessert but very tasty! I would definitely recommend trying it

This is one place I visit nearly weekly (especially March-October). They are dedicated to their…read morecustomers and I feel like I'm always surprised/impressed by the variety of items offered in this small space. Some of the highlights of my experiences: -Location labeling/Local spending. Most all of the produce is labeled with its origin which helps me feel better. Sometimes, you just need an avocado, and while it may not have been grown local, at least I can feel good about my money staying local. -Small (and large) quantities available. It is here you can buy a single stalk of celery. I LOVE this. Sometimes, you just need a carrot or stalk of celery for a recipe and this is the place to get it (for fifteen cents). I can seriously find almost any produce that I need here-though I haven't tried it, this also seems like a place that would order a large quantity for you if you had a need. And you can always ask if you don't find what you need and Mr. Madison will let you know either where it is or why they don't have it. -Dry goods. Easily missed, behind the counter and back wall, they have a fairly expansive stock of dry grains, nuts, the like (even vanilla beans at Christmas). The staff are happy to help you with whatever it may be-a quarter cup of quinoa or 4 pounds of oats. This makes it super easy to try new things, or again, source a recipe. -Staff/Proprietors. The staff are always super helpful and attentive. This place can get busy and crowded, and it could get easy to get frustrated as a staff person in that environment. But, it my experience, they do what they can to help everyone quickly and direct new comers of the order of the line, or spend time getting your list of 43 bulk dry goods. The only point that might annoy newcomers is that this place is a bit small, and on a Saturday morning (especially in winter) it can get crowded. (PS the line starts in the back-see the sign hanging from the ceiling.) But, here's a tip-I've never tried it, but I do certainly have a bookmark from them that advertises that you can call in your order ahead of time during the week. Some day, I imagine I might be organized enough to do this. Also, during most of the summer, they have a tent outside with the larger quantities of seasonal produce which alleviates the crowd.

I recently stopped here since I was in the area checking out stores and I was surprised that they…read morehad a little grocery store here so me and my wife checked this place up. The staff here was absolutely warm, friendly and inviting. Grace selection of snacks and to go products that we were looking for. Prices were really fair for what they were worth. It's a really small store so be cautious that you may be shoulder to shoulder with some people. Overall, still a great place to check out.

I dream of this place. The food's incredible, the drinks are lovely and the space is stunning. What…read moreelse can I ask for? Maybe a cool ground floor basement with DJ sets? Well yeah, they have that too. Undertones is chill vibe on the ground floor with the same menu as upstairs.

We ate here for this first time on Saturday for brunch and, unfortunately, it left a lot to be…read moredesired (especially at its price point). The grilled PB&J tasted like there was no peanut butter anywhere, the 1 piece of chicken that came with the chicken and waffles was small and over-fried, and the 2 pieces of bacon ($7) weren't thick cut as described. The service was great and the drinks were delicious, but the food wasn't good enough to come back for a second visit.

One of the best meals I've ever had. The food, atmosphere, service, decor - it was all perfect for…read morea Sunday dinner. We came into town to visit my niece and went with a group of five (family and friends). We tried a little bit of everything - fried feta, trio of dips, Greek potatoes, souvlaki, branzino, salmon, lamb chops and shrimp couscous. All absolutely outstanding. We finished off with their baklava - delicious! And a different spin on traditional baklava with a cheesecake frosting (?) on top - so good. Our server was the sweetest and on top of everything during the entire visit. He was knowledgeable about the menu and it was obvious he loves the restaurant and the people he works for. This place is an absolute gem. Everything was top notch and very authentic Greek - made including the hospitality. We left feeling like we made a connection and can't wait to come back!

My first ever restaurant experience in Cincy - everything I ate was good! I went with the lamb…read morechops, which came with a hefty price tag but didn't disappoint - the asparagus, potatoes, and chops were all hits. My dad's salmon was also delicious. However, my favorite was the bread - the olive oil + butter combo slapped. Overall, a good experience, but I need a little bit more wow for me to give the last star given the price point.

Primavista is genuinely one of my favorite restaurants in Cincinnati, and it never fails to…read moreimpress. Located on the ground floor of an unassuming high rise in the Incline district - it almost feels like stepping back 30 years in time when you walk in. The service has never not been top-notch, and we always seem to get a table next to the window with an absolutely spectacular view of Cincinnati and the skyline. The food is also excellent as well - from appetizers to salads, to entrees, to desserts. My favorite entree is the shrimp and gnocchi in their amazing saffron cream sauce, and the bruschetta with goat cheese and honey is to die for. For dessert, the only way to go is the bread pudding - trust me on this one. There is a reason its so hard to get reservations to Primavista - don't miss your chance to try them out for yourselves if you haven't been!

pros: gorgeous view. mussels, bread, ,polenta, veal and dessert were all excellent, doting servers…read more cons: limited wine menu, slightly noisy, tables kind of crowded, green beans undercooked.

Bouchards is always my favorite go to for fresh pasta, and amazing sauces and I never can leave…read morewithout some of their cookies.

This place came highly recommended to me on a recent trip to Findlay Market. I just wanted to try…read moresomething different and was curious about the brown butter sage sauce. I asked one of the employees what he would recommend to go with that sauce and he said normally it would be a ravioli they were out of but he also recommended the spinach noodles with it so I tried those. I asked for whatever size serving would be big enough for two and what I got was more than enough when we made it at home. The dish was super creamy goodness and I just kept coming back to it. They make all their own pasta fresh and it is absolutely worth checking out. I plan on going back and trying more things in the future.

I absolutely love this store!! It takes hours to go through if you actually want to see everything…read morethat's there. The prices are surprisingly affordable as well. My favorite section is the hot sauce section. The store is set up really nice with plenty of room in the aisles. This is one of my favorite places to visit when I come to Cincinnati.

Jungle Jim's is an adventure. You can shop for several hours at both locations, but I believe this…read moreone is slightly newer and larger. During this trip, I found some pickled okra that is from Texas. Of course, it is commonplace throughout the Southern United States, but it is often difficult to find north of Kentucky. They offered plenty of foreign sodas and other food items. I found some favorites from the Philippines, Colombia, and other countries. Also, I noticed that they had a vast selection of seafood, wine, beer, and even cigars. Every aisle is listed and kept clean, and if you're looking for something particular, ask a staff member for assistance. They're friendly and willing to assist customers. If you're in the area and have never even stopped by to look, it is worth your time.