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The Davidson, Cincinnati, OH

The Davidson

4.6
4.6
525 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 64 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
An American-style bistro drawing inspiration from French, Italain and American fare. The Davidson, which honors Tyler Davidson, the namesake of the fountain just across the street.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, French American, Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (513) 263-1060
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 525 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Davidson offers a "beautifully designed space" with "delicious food and great service." Guests rave about the "incredible" roasted eggplant and scallops, while the cocktails are "outstanding." The atmosphere is lively, though some find it noisy. Despite a few hiccups with service speed, the overall experience is repeatedly praised for its "excellent" culinary offerings.

525 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Little disappointed in the size of an espresso martini for $15. Other than that decent good and good service!

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  2. Leah

    Cincinnati

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic scallop dish!. Butter seared scallops with green beans and capers! Loved it. 

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  3. Lauren

    VIP

    Cincinnati

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Came here for what was to be a special Christmas celebration with my inlaws. Will not be back.
    The DavidsonResponded 2 days ago
    Hello Lauren, Thank you for sharing your feedback. I’m truly sorry your experience fell short of expectations, especially during such a special occasion. I understand how frustrating it must have been to not have your seating request honored and to experience slower service. This is not the standard we strive for, and I will address it with the team. I also apologize for the issues with the food and service. We aim for excellence, and we clearly missed the mark. I would love to invite you and your guests back, on us, to offer the warm, attentive service and memorable meal you deserve. Thank you again for your feedback. Warm Regards, Bradford Conroy General Manager

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  4. michael

    VIP

    Cincinnati

    26 reviews

    3.0

    26 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was ok, extremely salty. Was just an ok experience.

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  5. Gordon

    VIP

    Cincinnati

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We met friends for a Holiday lunch and it was fabulous! The service was on spot and our server Ricolette was perfect. She was attentive and spaced our lunch out perfectly. The eggplant is one of our favorites and today was no different. The Davidson burger, tuna salad, scallops, and steak and frites were amazing as always. I highly recommend The Davidson for lunch or dinner!!

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  6. Brandon

    VIP

    Indiana

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Probably my 4th time here and it never disappoints. The bartenders were awesome and the food was great. Will always have this as a place to go!

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  7. Peggy

    Cincinnati

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved every aspect of our meal. The bread board butters were a nice surprise. The mushroom bisque was rich. And , even the hamburger was delicious.

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  8. Felicity

    Miami

    8 reviews

    2.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    The restraunt has a great ambience, but we were not impressed with the service. It took awhile for our drinks and food to come out. The food was okay, but some of the meat was not cooked to our desire.
    The DavidsonResponded 3 days ago
    Dear Felicity, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're glad you enjoyed the ambiance but sorry to hear that the service and food fell short of your expectations. Delays in drinks and food are not typical, and we regret that the meat wasn’t cooked to your liking. We take your concerns seriously and are addressing them with both our kitchen and service teams. We would love the opportunity to learn more and make it right. Please feel free to reach out to me directly to discuss. We hope to welcome you back soon and provide a better experience. Warm Regards, Bradford Conroy General Manager

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  9. Kelly Mahle

    VIP

    Cincinnati

    14 reviews

    3.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The restaurant and setting were gorgeous and it's very convenient to the Square. The food was fine, but not overly flavorful or memorable (perhaps it was just what we ordered, but with 6 people we did try a variety of options). Mostly I felt for the waitstaff who, while nice, seemed stretched pretty thin, leading to spotty service and odd timings for food. We were celebrating a birthday and there was no mention of it and also no dessert menu. We are great fans of Pepp & Delores so had higher hopes for this.
    The DavidsonResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you for your thoughtful review. We're so glad you enjoyed the setting and found it convenient to the Square. I'm truly sorry to hear the food and service did not meet your expectations, especially as you were celebrating a special occasion. We strive for both consistency and attentiveness, and I regret that we fell short during your visit. I will personally share your feedback with the team to ensure we improve in these areas. We’d love to welcome you back soon, and I’ll make sure your next experience is one to remember. Warm Regards, Bradford Conroy General Manager

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  10. Mike

    VIP

    Cincinnati

    16 reviews

    3.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Meh - You know that feeling when your meal arrives and you experience major disappointment. Never should a restaurant serve a 1 inch cube of meat on a dinner plate with nothing else but salty pepper sauce.
    The DavidsonResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I’m sorry to hear the steak frites didn’t live up to your expectations. Our goal is to create an experience that leaves guests feeling satisfied. It sounds like we missed the mark for you. I understand how disappointing it can be when a dish doesn’t meet the anticipation that builds when you sit to enjoy a meal. The experience you described isn’t reflective of the level of care we strive to provide. I’ve shared your feedback with our culinary team to ensure the steak frites is reflective of the quality we aim to deliver. We’d love the opportunity to welcome you back and offer you a more satisfying experience. Please feel free to reach out directly, and I’ll personally ensure we take extra care to exceed your expectations. Bradford Conroy General Manager

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The Davidson is rated 4.6 stars by 525 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 64 times today
Google Map for The Davidson

501 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Central Business District
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, French American, Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
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    None
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