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    Silver Ladle

    4.1 (67 reviews)
    InexpensiveSoup, Salad, Sandwiches
    Closed • 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    SILVER LADLE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Asheritah C.

    I came here mid-afternoon for a late lunch and the manager was prompt and friendly in greeting me, though the place was deserted. I got the Silver Ladle sandwich and soup combo, which were both satisfactory but nothing remarkable. Probably would skip this place next time. (Bumped up from two to three stars for friendly service.)

    Chicken noodle soup, Greek salad and muffaletta
    Stephanie F.

    Great little spot downtown for a quick, inexpensive lunch. I wasn't feeling too well so I was craving some chicken noodle soup. The Silver Ladle's page was first to pop up when I turned to Yelp for a suggestion. The chicken noodle soup was traditional, hearty and exactly what I needed. A friend of mine ordered the pick 2 lunch with a greek salad and the muffaletta. She was very pleased with this selection. The ingredients looked very fresh, and the portion sizes were generous for the price. I can't wait to go back when I am feeling better so I can go back to try more! They offer a dine in option or you can carry out or get delivery (I'm unsure of the territory, though). You can also order boxed lunches, a buffet style lunch or chili bar to fill your catering needs. Overall a win for lunch!

    Christine M.

    I saw this restaurant's opening discussed via an article about Restaurant Row along 6th and Walnut sometime back. Shortly thereafter it came through on my Facebook news feed as an up and coming joint. I friended them at that time, for a moment when I might be up for trying a new locale. It all looked promising. Today, when my coworkers asked for a suggestion for a birthday lunch, this came in handy. Kudos to stories about new locales and the power of Facebook, I guess. Silver Ladle has a great downtown location, with ample seating inside, lit by the large front windows, as well as outdoor seating shaded by the surrounding building (thus cool enough for Cincinnati heat, but with the breeze in your hair). Great place to sit and chat after a good meal (lamely, we had to go back to work). Foodwise, there is a good selection of burgers, sandwiches, salads, soups, and even chili (build your own and with a chicken version- not typical 'Cincinnati meat sauce'-sorry Skyline) to satisfy anyone in a potentially diverse party. The food options are listed on a board as you walk in, and while laid out simply, I couldn't decide on a direction (first time jitters?). In the end, I went with soup and a sandwich. A solid choice with great execution. I had the 580 sandwich (turkey, ham, banana peppers, swiss, house sauce) and a side of Black Bean soup ($1.99 to create a combo). It was really tasty, fresh, simple, and clean. The service was quick- by the time we sat, the food was already arriving. My coworkers ordered the ham and gouda on pretzel bread (rave reviews) and something a bit more American looking- with shredded cheese, also a hit. A salad on the table looked good, though I'm not usually a fan of ice berg lettuce and it seemed mostly of that variety. Yet another coworker ordered a burger. There are two patties with the topping between them (like Five Guys but less greasy looking). I didn't try it, but for the size, the price was right and the combinations looked appealing. I'd like to go back and try some other menu items...even this chicken chili on spaghetti- a rift of the 3-way I might be able to get behind. To make this a little more interesting, I read that the restaurant has connections to the family who started Skyline Chili (great grandson), the Lambrinides, and current ties (son) to the restaurant Nick and Tom's on the West side of town. It's always good to see family ties and local roots popping up all over town, it makes dining out more fun. In summary, I really enjoyed my food, the outdoor seating, and the bright modern colors inside. If you're in the area looking for a quick, tasty, fresh meal, give it a shot.

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    8 years ago

    What a lunch time staple. So many good options, but look no further than the 580 sandwich and fries. Quick, easy, and delicious!

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    The chili was awesome and a little spicy. Definitely get it with onions and jalapeños.

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    11 years ago

    The greek salad and wild mushroom soup are delicious!

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    9 years ago

    The Cajun chicken Gumbo was great. It had a very authentic taste. I was greeted w a smile and friendly cashier and the food came out fast.

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    Cincinnati Chili done right plus good variety, who could ask for more?

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    Already one of my favorite restaurants! The staff is friendly and the food is A-MAZ-ING!!! The Buffalo Chicken Wing Soup is a must have!

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    11 years ago

    best place in the city for soup and sandwich, hands down. quick service and nice staff. Would recommend to any and all!

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    4.1(393 reviews)
    0.3 mi•Downtown
    •$$

    Came here during restaurant week just to try the restaurant and can say I will be back!…read more I ordered the Ceaser salad with the short rib empanada and short rib gnocchi. The Ceaser salad was the best Ceaser salad I ever had! The short rib empanada and the gnocchi was good as well but the gnocchi was covered in scallions. That wasn't stated on the menu or by our server when I asked if onions were in the dish, so unfortunately I did have to send that back and have it remade then ate the rest once I got back home. I also tried the Black Angus NY and it melt in my mouth like butter. They were busy and it did take a while for the food to come out but the wait was worth it.

    Wow! What a way to spend our 1 year wedding anniversary! I loved this place…read more It has been a few months since eating here but I still find myself thinking about it. Our next trip to Cincinnati; It will be extremely difficult to stay away from here. We spent the day in Newport and around Cincinnati and wanted somewhere nice for the occasion. I was iffy on this place at first... you can throw a rock all over America and hit a place with 'Barrel' in the name these days. The Yelp reviews swing both ways here but I'm here to tell you my take... because it swings so far towards the 5 stars that it's very much a 6 or 7 star place(maybe more). We gauged our arrival time based on other activities that day. We wanted ample time at the nearby Lego exhibit so when we arrived there, we made a reservation for 4:30-5. Eating early and making our way back to Louisville was a great idea. The entire time we were there, no one else came in so we had the entire place to ourselves(It was a Friday). The atmosphere is homey but during busy times, I could see it being noisy. The booths could easily fit 6 people comfortably... probably 8 in some cases depending on how wide some of you are. Special Note: This place highlights The Parrillada Experience for Two on their menu and we wanted it! We didn't order it because at a price tag of 130-and pictures online, we didn't want it to be a failed outing. After our first trip, The Parrillada Exp will be on the agenda next time. It's a mixture of different steaks, sausages, shrimp, sides, and salads. Definitely worth the cost. On to the food: Sausage App - Argentine Chorizo. Farmhouse Sausage. Grilled Ciabatta. Hearts of Palm. Green/Red chimichurri. Pepper Relish. I don't like ordering this type of dish when I go places because you never know if it's going to be delicious or very bad. It ended up being super delicious. We couldn't make up our mind which sauce we liked the best and which meat we liked the best. App PERFECTION! Land and Sea - This is what my wife went with. Asada Skirt Steak. Jumbo Shrimp. Asparagus. Red chimichurri butter. I had bites of the shrimp and it was good. I had to save room for my dish. Wagyu Denver Cut - I went back and forth. Lobster ravioli being on the menu almost made my decision instant but I was going back and forth between ravioli, steak, and a few other things. I asked the server which he recommended of the 4 Chef's cuts. He recommended two... one of which was the Wagyu so I went with it. I wasn't disappointed AT ALL. He mentioned that the Wagyu Denver Cut was a new addition to the menu... I'm not sure but you could definitely tell it was cooked, arranged, and presented with care. I savored every angle of every bite. We also ordered a side of brussels because of course! Originally we were going to dessert somewhere else but went ahead and ordered the Hazelnut Vanilla Creme Brulee here. Perfect ending to the meal. This brulee was light and had the right amount of crunch. It was also larger than expected. We had no complaints with this place. Easily one of the better restaurants I've had in Cincinnati. If you're doubting visiting this place, take the dive! Other notes: They have beer and a small cocktail variety but they primarily seem focused on wine(plenty of options to choose from).

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    Northstar Cafe

    Northstar Cafe

    4.4(105 reviews)
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    Northstar Cafe never disappoints. Seriously, this place is stamped in our book…read more The service is almost always A1, and even when the food takes a little longer than usual, they usually make up for it somehow or throw us a comp card, which we definitely appreciate. I also LOVE the setup here. You pay first, get your food second, and everything just seems to run smoothly. No unnecessary waiting around trying to figure out what's going on. My wife and I usually rotate between the pancakes, the hash, the Northstar Burger, or the potato hash. Honestly, you really can't go wrong with any of them. The food is always fresh, portions are good, and everything comes out looking like somebody actually cared about what they put on the plate. We probably go once or twice a week, especially for brunch. At this point, Northstar is basically family. And if you're like us and pretty picky about where you eat, this is definitely one that gets the stamp of approval. Great food, good atmosphere, and consistently solid service. One more thing: I believe they play jazz after 6 PM Monday through Friday, which is always a nice little bonus. Overall, definitely recommend if you're looking for good food with a nice ambiance. Northstar has a permanent spot in our rotation!

    Came here for the first time and had the chicken sandwich... it was crazy good. The flavor was…read moreabsolutely incredible and it tasted so fresh. The menu in general is small but full of classic American food with a bit of a modern twist. We also really enjoyed the fountain soda machine. It's great that they use a local company instead of just using Coke-a-Cola! The ordering system is different than at most restaurants (you order at the counter before getting served at your seat), but the line moves quickly. What was especially awesome about our experience at Northstar was the service. There was a very slight mistake on our order (a burger that we asked for no cheese came with cheese), and, although we didn't mind at all, Northstar went above and beyond to make it right.

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    Green District - Fountain Square

    4.2(43 reviews)
    0.1 mi•Downtown

    Ordered through DoorDash and everything was correct…read more If you love salad and like to create your own then this is definitely the spot for you! I did the build your own salad with Iceberg Romaine, Herb Pulled Chicken, Ghost Pepper Jack Cheese, Banana Peppers, Broccoli, Carrots, Edamame, Croutons and Avocado Ranch dressing. It was one of the best salads I ever had.

    This Green District location seems hellbent on vaporizing the term "fast casual" from the American…read morelexicon. Because "fast" is an unknown word at this place. The good first, though: Whatever the flaws in its business model, Green District still turns out well-conceptualized salads that always seem fresh and tasty. The Hide & Go Greek is a very nice chicken one with a robust, terrific dressing. The Thai One On salad is (you guessed it) an Asian-influenced one with shrimp, lots of cabbage and cilantro, and a kind of generic but fresh-tasting Asian-style ginger-heavy dressing. Also very good. Fortunate thing you can order online and don't have to verbalize those unwieldy salad names to a fellow human. (But if you think those names are bad, another one wants you to hold its beer: the Tequila Mockingbird.). Anyway, the food gets this to three stars, but only barely. Alas, the service at this location is a shambles. Count on at least a 35-minute wait, even if you order right after 11am, when things presumably ought not to be backed up. And it looks like chaos back there--just not enough employees back there, most likely. Last time it took this restaurant an incomprehensible 50 minutes to get my salad out. (Who with a regular lunch "hour" downtown has time for this?) Credit to the unflappable and put-upon young fella at the end of the line; he kept doing his job steadily and kept cheerful about it. The manager is always madly rushing about and isn't nearly as cheery (but it almost certainly isn't her fault, either). It astonishing that the food can be is good as it is in this environment. There's something very wrong about this restaurant's business model when the family-run lunch spot down the street (seemingly just as many orders) can crank out your to-go salad (as good as here, for the most part) in three to five minutes and be as friendly as they can be about it. Whoever came up with the plan has some major issues to resolve.

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