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    VV The Italian Experience

    4.6 (181 reviews)
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    Dogs allowed
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Kathi W.

    One of my favorite coffee/cafe's of anywhere i have been. we had reservations for 6 and a baby on a very busy saturday afternoon and we had a bit of a wait, understandably so. they gave us free drinks while we waited and kept checking in. Not that they had to, it's always worth the wait!

    Affogato with pistachios gelato
    Erin F.

    I've been to VV three times and each time the staff has made us feel like we're getting luxurious top notch service at a fancy restaurant! The inside is fun and stylish, with cool furniture and coffee table books inside a small-ish space. This time, my husband and I both ordered affogato with pistachio gelato. Yum!! It was so beautiful and elegantly served. I was even able to get mine decaf. The gelato was perfectly sweet and adorned with whipped cream and it all melted together so deliciously.

    Rachael H.

    The food here is amazing and the Ferraro rocher mokaccino is incredible! I see why they won last years Cincy Battles as best coffee shop in the city! So good. Only complaint is it's a small space that is very tight when busy and parking is a nightmare.

    Pistachio Cake
    Sandra F.

    We discovered VV through a Yelp event. So glad we got to try them at the time. It was so good that we wanted to return. I made reservations through their website for Valentine's Day. I love that they text you when your table is ready. What I love about this restaurant is the owners and employees take pride in their food/work. All fresh ingredients and some imported from Italy. They have their own signature wines made only for their restaurant. They are on the top 10 for best places to dine in Cincinnati area. Along with that, also voted best coffee in the area as well. Serving brunch, lunch and dinner. They also have bottles of wines and "Italian products" you can purchase. They also don't charge an arm and a leg for their meals. They remind me of Coopers Hawk, delicious foods made at a reasonable price. Classy and presentation is on point. They serve everything from appetizers, salads, pasta, entrees, dessert, kids meals and more. We ordered: Drinks: -Barbera D'Asti (Bottle made specially for VV) Dinner: -Branzino in Croste di patate-Mediterranean Sea Bass filet with potato crust, lemon sauce with capers -Bolognese: Fresh tagliatelle, house made beef ragu, VV organic EVOO Dessert: -Pistachio cake Wow! The Branzino is the best fish I've ever had! The bolognese was super delish and both paired well with our wine! We made sure to make room for dessert and that was amazing as well. Our server was Gianluca and he was down to earth, attentive and pleasant to talk to. He was so kind to serve us a small sample of Grappa. What a great experience and I made it a point to talk to the owner. I wanted to let her know that we really enjoyed our time and the meals. We are definitely returning. I can see us being regulars.

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    Geethankshi M.

    We enjoyed our experience here! Went for Valentine's Day lunch and its located in a cute little town. The bakery/cafe gives very European vibes. The service was quick and we loved the food. We ordered a bunch of appetizers, main course options and dessert. They have a variety of options to choose from. Since it was valentines they had a few special seasonal items like the strawberry martini and chocolate soufflé cake which was a delish. Everything we ate was flavorful and felt so fresh. Like you could taste the sweetness of the tomatoes on the bruschetta and the spicy flavor or the salami. Would definitely be going back to try their other dishes.

    Mokkachino Ferrero rocher
    Brocha E.

    Love coming here for lunch and dinner! Reservations are an absolute must. The service is lovely. Though the restaurant gets very loud, its not their fault that they are popular! Love my food every time I'm here!

    Pugliese
    Michelle G.

    Italian food is one of my favorite foods and they hit the nail on the head. I have visited on two occasions and the food was phenomenal both times. The pugliese is a must try if you enjoy olives. The atmosphere is bustling and cozy. Everyone that helped us was friendly, and more than willing to explain menu items in depth. Save room for dessert because they have so many delicious options. I tried the chocolate roll cake with mascarpone as well as their chocolate mousse. Both desserts were heavenly decadent. They also are open in the morning as a coffee shop.

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    Emily W.

    First thing to know is you definitely need a reservation if you come here because of how small it is but it's a great spot. The service is great and I believe it's family owned and operated. While we waited for our table they allowed us to order drinks which was a nice option. Once we got sat our food came quick we started with Arancini and they were each filled with different flavors so that was nice to get a variety of options. I got the lasagna for dinner and it was hot and delicious. This was a great Italian spot and you can taste the freshness.

    Estate Pizza

    We were super excited to try this place because the menu + reviews looked great. However, we were very unimpressed. There was a long wait time for appetizers and they came out cold. The bruschetta was good but nothing crazy. Al Pochino salad looked great on paper but was bland with little flavor. The roasted vegetables on top were extra cold which was not a great touch. Pizza was well done, no complaints there. It seems like everyone loves this place so we would consider coming back for desserts or maybe trying different things on the menu. Our experience was lackluster.

    Veggie sandwich with added burrata
    Vandana M.

    I was introduced to this restaurant by a Yelp event and I am so glad I came back with a friend for lunch. I had the veggie sandwich and asked for burrata to be added. It was served with chips on the side. I also got a hot pistachio latte and it was really good. The servers are warm and courteous. The ambiance is pleasant and the decor is chic. We didn't get any desert, but I want to go back and get their tiramisu sometime. The selection of deserts and drinks looks amazing! There is a public parking lot in front of the restaurant, but it is usually full. Parking is a pain in this neighborhood, so be prepared for it.

    Sammi M.

    Wow! Big Italian fan and decided to try VV Italian tonight. Everything was incredible. Most notable item was the pistachio pesto rigatoni. No notes. Everything was to die for. Some of the best pasta in the city. I will definitely be back. Server was very knowledgeable too.

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    Josh W.

    My fiancee and I came here before for a Yelp event and absolutely enjoyed it so we had to come back for another experience. My fiancee made reservations for 5:30pm on Valentines Day for something extra special. We got there right on time and were sat right away. The place definitely give you the feel of a beautiful European cafe. The aromas of fresh desserts and coffee were enough to make anyone drool. No wonder they were recently voted best coffee shop in Cincinnati. The staff were all amazing and very friendly. Our server, Gianluca, was truly awesome too. Their menu is loaded with delicious authentic Italian dishes from small shareables to big plates and desserts. Their wine menu is very nice and nicely priced. I was pleasantly surprised to see grappa on their menu too. We started with a bottle of VV Barbera D'Asti, which is always perfect for pairing with virtually anything. For our mains, my lady had the branzino in crosta patate, and I had the bolognese. Every bite was incredible! We couldn't stop talking about how good everything was. Of course, we also had to indulge in dessert, so we ordered a slice of pistachio cake. It made for the perfect finish to our wonderful dinner. We absolutely love this place and will definitely be coming back!

    Rhonda W.

    Another lovely meal at VV. I was so impressed with our Yelp event meal i came back asap. We were at Ault park and saw this was close by. We came in and stood for awhile .. 6 employees seemed uninterested but we were finally seated. Food was delicious. We shared the eggplant parm appetizer and the carbonara. Portions were not huge but it was enough.

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    Grazie, Vandana! We’re so happy you came back and enjoyed everything.

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    Grazie John, for sharing your experience with us. We appreciate it!

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