First and foremost, Olivia was absolutely phenomenal! She was one of the best servers I've had in a…read morevery long time--sweet, personable, attentive, helpful, and genuinely a pleasure to talk to. She made us feel completely comfortable and truly made an already wonderful meal even better. Exceptional service from beginning to end! The restaurant itself is adorable, modern, beautifully decorated, and has a lovely patio. But the service and food completely stole the show. We ordered several appetizers, including the bruschetta, fried green tomatoes, corn and ricotta dip, and pimento croquettes. I'm VERY picky, and I genuinely wouldn't change a single thing. Every dish was flavorful, perfectly balanced, beautifully presented, and cooked exactly right. The bruschetta was so good that we ordered a second round! The fried green tomatoes were perfectly crisp with a delicious sauce, and the pimento croquettes were crispy on the outside, creamy inside, and paired perfectly with the sauce and pickles. The corn and ricotta dip was delicious as well. Nothing was too salty, under-seasoned, overcooked, or missing anything. The flavors were spot-on across the board. For dessert, we had the peach butter cake with everything on the side. The cake was delicious on its own and even better with the ice cream. It's rare to try so many dishes and not want to change a single thing, but that was the case here. The food was top-notch, and Olivia truly made the experience. We will definitely be back and will absolutely recommend this place to others. Amazing food, amazing service, and an overall experience that went above and beyond.

I went with a group here and it was great! The service was fast and our waitress was extremely…read morepleasant. She was friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. I loved how she verified food allergies with the cooks. The food was great! The wings were a good size and the sauce was nice. The asparagus was cooked well and the aoli accompanied it very well. The star was the peach butter cake! The first bite tasted like a cinnamon roll and kept pulling you back in. I'd 100% give this place a shot in you're in the area.

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.

My husband and I just visited here for the first time three weeks ago and have already returned…read moretwice. It is the best value for a sit down restaurant we have found in the area recently. The service is really good. Seated promptly, waters come out promptly, minor order modifications handled easily. We have really enjoyed the variety of food. My husband loves the salads and the bowls and pizzas are also good. Probably the favorite entree we have had is the fish and chips. We find the drinks particularly reasonably priced and the cocktails are good. We really like the blueberry one. The space is sunny and open. We have been with our kids and see lots of friendly groups dining there. Free parking in the garage is another plus.

Nice looking modern aesthetic. Very loud inside from pop music, open kitchen, and chatter. We could…read morenot really hear each other. Service was very friendly. I forget our servers name, but the manager also came by to check on us and even got my food boxed. We got a burger and the chicken katsu and of course the famous biscuits to start. The biscuits were very good but also a bit buttery greasy for our taste. One was enough (we split it). I did take the rest home and add some eggs to it for breakfast which was good! The burger was pretty good. Nice and salty. Not dripping with grease. Soft bun! The fries were decent but not my preferred style. I like fresh cut and these were kind of a shoestring fry. The chicken was decent but a pretty small portion that left my fiancé hungry. He said the side with it was just ok. We got cocktails that I can't recall but they were pretty good. We would go back and try some other things. Probably on a less busy day earlier in the week.

The food here was incredible. We came for a birthday dinner, and it was easily one of the best…read morerestaurant dinners I've had. The crab cake beignets were so so so good, honestly perfect. I got the filet with lobster risotto and loved it. The filet was melt-in-your-mouth good, and the tomato jam with the risotto pulled everything together so well. The scallops were absolutely beautiful, plated like a piece of art and the kind of dish that makes you excited the second it hits the table. The strawberry honey mocktail was one of the best mocktails I've ever had. The whole experience was just really good. Beautiful restaurant, super warm staff, and they made us feel like VIP guests all night. Everything felt high end without feeling pretentious. Definitely one of the best dinners I've ever had. I can't wait until I get the chance to visit again!

Great spot that we decided to visit for our anniversary dinner. all of the dishes were done…read moreexceptionally well and the drinks were on point, including the Maple Bourbon Old Fashioned to which I didn't include a photo. We had a great server that provided great service throughout and really enjoyed her pleasant attitude. The decor was also very nice and well spaced which for well for allowing enough space.

The food was great, service was fast, decor was wonderful, but the noise volume was uncomfortably…read morehigh. I couldn't wait to leave as soon as I went in. We just got a main course so could leave quickly. Won't be going there again unfortunately.

My parents are members of the wine club here and brought me along for a tasting. I was a little…read moreskeptical that their wine was as good as my parents raved... and must I say.. they were right! They allowed me to try essentially both tasting menus - sweet and savory. They also gave me a truffle as my birthday was coming up. The service here is so friendly and the staff are so helpful. It was so obvious that they wanted you to enjoy the experience!

We went here on a Thursday evening. We went later so it was not too busy. For a starter we got the…read moreburrata toast. It was awesome, the burrata was fresh and the toast was perfect. For dinner I got the hot honey chicken sandwich. I am usually sensitive to spice but I found the sandwich enjoyable. For dessert we had the chocolate cake. It was very moist and was a good way to end the meal. The music was good and our waiter was very attentive. Overall a great dining experience

I was surprised that the salad was basically a bowl of dry croutons. The scallops were good but the…read moreaccompanying sauce was terrible. The 4 of us had our entrees cleared still covered with food. When asked if we wanted boxes we declined in unison. Cocktails were a tad bland and skimpy. Service was underwhelming. Staff was bored. Wine was ok. Dates was ok. Charcuterie was ok but not worth the price. Normally don't leave reviews but $300+ for a dinner we all agreed was not worth it and should have been better. Want others to know what our experience was on a Friday evening with restaurant 1/2 full while other places had wait times

Bacon Cincinnati is a great little local discovery I found recently through DoorDash. Their All-Day…read moreBreakfast Sandwich is described on the menu as a "monster" - and they aren't kidding. McDonald's, Wendy's and BK only wish they had something like this on their menu. Their Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich is excellent, a flavorful combo of beef, mushrooms, peppers and onions with mayo. It's on a round roll so I don't know if folks from Philly would think it's a proper cheesesteak, but here in Cincinnati it's very good. Their 1/2 Pound Burger is nice and thick, still pink in the middle, not overcooked like so many places do. Their Onion Rings and Fried Mushrooms are legit, maybe not ground-breaking or life-changing, but good solid fare.

Great Food at BACON in the Dugout Bar and Grill. Reading, Oh (connected to the American Legion Post…read more69)

Unfortunately, a nasty pandemic ended the brunch buffet, but didn't hurt the quality of the…read morerestaurant at all. I finally made my return to Trio Bistro today for an amazing meal. My friend started with calamari, served on a bed of Asian slaw. The rings were tender and tasty, and nicely complemented by the slaw. The soup du jour was shrimp bisque, which I eagerly ordered. I wish it hadn't been completely pureed, because I like bits of shrimp in it, but it was still excellent, tasting of shrimp, cream, and delicate seasonings. Moving on, he had the meatloaf, and we both liked it. I had the day's special of my favorite fish - halibut. It was perfectly seared, sitting in a pool of browned butter sauce and garnished with pine nuts, all accompanied by tasty spinach and garlic mashed potatoes. We each enjoyed a slice of carrot cake for dessert. I definitely don't intend to let 7 years slip by before I return, especially since the specials of the day kept me from trying the Kenwood salad and red wined braised short rib. I almost forgot to say that Wendy gave us flawless service, and showed us an alternative exit that didn't make me return across the rough stone floor with my walker.

Ordered a flatbread, chicken salad, and the lobster bisque. The best thing i had of the three was…read morethe lobster bisque. The flatbread was sauceless, the toppings themselves were good so it would have been great if they just added more sauce to it. The ceasar salad was decent. The chicken had this weird tasting char to it that just made it kind of offputting. It tasted burnt but also kind of had a weird chemical taste in The lobster bisque was good in flavor, but i wish there was actual lobster meat in it. All in all, it was a decent spot

It was good but not great…read more The atmosphere is nice but nothing really unique. The service was good but didn't wow me. The food was good but nothing special (for the cost). Don't get the brussel sprouts - they are not good. They are too soft. We had filet. Again, good but just nothing special. Not bad but I don't need to come back.

Tony's of Cincinnati is a highly regarded, classic American steakhouse. With a large wine and…read morecocktail selection and an energetic, welcoming atmosphere, it is a polished venue for business meals, special occasions, and anniversaries. THE FOOD The kitchen delivered an outstanding meal from start to finish: * Shrimp Cocktail: Served with large, ice-cold shrimp. It was quite tasty and refreshing. * Wedge Salad: A quality bite! It featured a creamy dressing, generous amounts of great bacon, and fresh tomatoes. * Seared Ahi Tuna Tartare: A nicely composed dish. The fresh ahi was cut into thick rectangular blocks, and stacked on an avocado purée. It was covered with a tasty sesame soy sauce drizzle that provided a balanced salty-sweet flavor profile, all complemented by a refreshing fennel, cucumber, and carrot salad. * 15-23 Day Aged Filet: Cooked perfectly. It was juicy with a delicious, rich beef flavor. * NY Strip: While I didn't order this tonight, GM Kevin proudly shared that he considers their NY Strip to be among the Top 5 in the United States - definitely something to keep in mind for the next visit! THE SERVICE The service all around was impeccable. Our server, Mimi, and the bartender, Curtis, were excellent, and the bussers, Nick and Collin, kept everything moving seamlessly. A special shoutout goes to the GM, Kevin. He is incredibly hands-on, highly energetic, and consistently walked the floor to ensure things were going perfectly at the tables. His focus on the food, service, and the customers elevates the dining experience. OVERALL A great steakhouse experience driven by a passionate management team, impeccable service staff, and a kitchen that treats high-quality ingredients very well.

Great place for lunch. Super quick. Wonderful vegan food. Discovered that it's a short drive from…read moremy office. Love having great vegan/vegetarian food options nearby. Will definitely make this a regular place for lunch. Update 10/18/18: their online ordering is pretty easy too. Ordered lunch today and

We were in for dinner a few days ago and enjoyed our meal…read more My husband ordered the Creamy Beef Fettuccini and I ordered the Chicken Shawarma Plate. My husband also ordered a beer. We both thought everything tasted great. My plate of Chicken Shawarma was served with warm pita, hummus, rice, tahini sauce, and Israeli salad. It was delicious and very filling. The service was also very good.