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The Davidson, Cincinnati, OH

The Davidson

4.7
4.7
485 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 76 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 485 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Davidson offers "exceptional food" with inventive culinary touches and a "unique menu," making it a standout in Cincinnati. Guests rave about the "amazing eggplant appetizer" and "fantastic service." While the ambiance is lively, some diners note a high noise level. Overall, a must-try for food enthusiasts.

485 Reviews
  1. Karl

    Cincinnati

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, atmosphere, and the food was excellent in all respects. Especially enjoyed the fondue- it was amazing!

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  2. joann

    Cincinnati

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great hapoy hour in the bar. Food and drinks were both wonderful!

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  3. GREG

    San Francisco

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first visit to the Davidson , pleasantly surprised with the atmosphere, happy hour , and our dining experience in the indoor heated patio area . We absolutely will return sooner than later for dinner and drinks. Great addition to the downtown landscape !!

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  4. Bill

    Cincinnati

    65 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    65 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing dinner last night. The eggplant starter was absolutely out of this world. The presentation tableside made it super special. My Nicoise salad was excellent and the coq au vin that my wife had was juicy and delicious. They made our anniversary special as well. We will be back!

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  5. Gladys

    Cincinnati

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything about this restaurant is fantastic. Beautiful ambiance, attentive service and the most delicious food. I highly recommend the brick pressed chicken and Italian chopped salad. You will not be disappointed!

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  6. Charles

    Cincinnati

    493 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    493 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely dinner on a quite Sunday evening that was just delightful.

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  7. Emma

    Cincinnati

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My book club met here for lunch today and it was great! Our server was super friendly and very attentive to our table. She had great recommendations that we tried most of and they were all so delicious! Thanks for such a great experience!!

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  8. stacie

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went here with a first-timer to Cincinnati who is a foodie. Ambiance was higher end and fun but not overpowering. Service was great. Food options were approachable and excellent. I think there could be something for everyone but also appeal to someone who likes a unique take on staples.

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  9. Alex

    Cincinnati

    11 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Our server was hardly around and wasn’t the friendliest. I ordered the scallops which were cooked well but they came in a pool of oil so I couldn’t really eat the green beans and other components of the dish because of how gross it was.
    The DavidsonResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Alex, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. I’m so sorry to hear that your experience didn’t meet the high standards we strive for, both in service and with the dish. It’s disappointing to hear that your server wasn’t as attentive or warm as we expect. I’ll be addressing this with our team to ensure we provide the welcoming experience every guest deserves. I’m glad the scallops were cooked well, but I sincerely apologize for the excess oil. That’s not how we want our dishes to come together, and I’ll work with our kitchen team to ensure this doesn’t happen again. I hope you’ll give us another opportunity to deliver the experience you deserve. Please reach out if you’d like to discuss this further. Warm Regards, Bradford Conroy General Manager

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  10. JULIE

    Cincinnati

    68 reviews

    5.0

    68 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed our experience here-great service. Scallops were very good and other guests enjoyed the pork chop. A dessert menu would be a nice addition though!

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The Davidson is rated 4.7 stars by 485 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 76 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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