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Diners' Choice: American restaurants in Cincinnati

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall American cuisine in Cincinnati? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

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Bouquet Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (2968)

$31 to $50

American

Covington

About the restaurant

Bouquet Restaurant is an upscale farm-to-table bistro that embraces local and sustainable farming as a cornerstone of our mission and utilizes the best products from over fifty farmers and purveyors. We specialize in made to order seasonal menu items and can accommodate most allergies and dietary restrictions.
We offer seating on both the first and second floor. Please let us know if guests have any mobility restrictions, as our second floor is only accessible by a flight of stairs. Patio and bar seating is first come first serve only.

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JeffVIP

Dined 3 days ago

The food here is amazing! So fresh and clean! Only issue I had was cold air coming in every time someone enters or leaves the restaurant as there's no secondary break to the outside.

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4.8

4.8 (1696)

$31 to $50

American

Covington

About the restaurant

Opened in 2003, Otto's serves American and Southern inspired fare in the heart of Covington's Mainstrasse.

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mikeVIP

Dined 4 days ago

We had a wonderful dinner and the food dishes were diverse and delicious. We had four different entrées and everyone enjoyed theirs. I recommend this restaurant.

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Fried Green Tomatoes

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Bourbon Bread Pudding

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Revolution Rotisserie

4.6

4.6 (377)

$30 and under

American

Cincinnati

About the restaurant

Revolution Rotisserie is a lively neighborhood restaurant nestled in the heart of Pleasant Ridge. The cuisine is new American, putting a fresh twist on chicken sandwiches, burgers & wings while offering a wide array of shareable small plates & appetizers. The menu prominently features rotisserie chicken dishes such as the Pollo a la Brasa, Freestyle Bird & curated seasonal dishes. The atmosphere is casual with a cozy neighborhood feel unlike anything else in town. Revolution is a great place to grab a drink with dinner. The craft bar program features rotating draft beers, seasonal & classic cocktails as well as a nice wine list. Great for dates, small parties & business lunches.

NOTABLE AWARDS
- Best Chicken (Top 3)
- Best Chicken Sandwich (Top 3)
- Best New Restaurant 2018 (Top 10)

Revolution Rotisserie got its start as a pop-up at Findlay Market back in 2014. Pesola Hospitality Group also owns & operates the following loca

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Michael

Dined on Dec 14, 2024

We come back often. Great food, drinks and service. Drinks are a little pricey. $100 for 2 ppl with drinks.

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Tousey House Tavern

4.8

4.8 (1185)

$31 to $50

American

Florence

About the restaurant

Located in Burlington, Kentucky, The Tousey House offers the full Southern experience in the form of cuisine, cocktails and hospitality. The intimate style restaurant offers casual yet elegant fare for friends and family alike. Stop in for one of the daily specials at The Tousey House, which often includes family-style fried chicken, slow roasted prime rib, cod sandwich, hot slaw and more.

Make The Tousey House the location for your next party or corporate event. Specialty banquet menus are available for large groups, and the menus allow you to pick the cuisine to be shared at every table. Visit during the weekends for signature drinks and bourbon specials that will keep you coming back for more.

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Carmen

Dined 1 day ago

We had a great evening out at Tousey House Tavern with six of our neighbors! Our table was ready right on time! Had excellent service. Enjoyed a delicious bourbon slush and the delectable filet with risotto! All around great experience!

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Fried Chicken Club

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Seasons 52 - Cincinnati

4.8

4.8 (6808)

$31 to $50

American

Norwood

About the restaurant

Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Thursday from 3-6PM.

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MarthaVIP

Dined 2 days ago

The food can always be counted on for excellence. The staff are knowledgeable about their menu. We never feel hurried.

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Caramelized Grilled Sea Scallops

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National Exemplar

4.8

4.8 (1870)

$30 and under

American

Mariemont

About the restaurant

The National Exemplar, located on the first floor of the Mariemont Inn, is a popular neighborhood restaurant. It offers American-style cuisine in its spacious dining room or relaxing outdoor patio. Open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, the National Exemplar offers an outstanding experience.

Southerby’s Pub, located off the lobby, offers dining as well as a cozy place to have a drink and features oversized chairs overlooking one of the original 1920’s fireplaces. In the evening settle down in an over-stuffed sofa and savor a drink with the locals in this intimate lobby pub.

In April of 1983, The National Exemplar began operation in the Mariemont, Ohio landmark, the Mariemont Inn. The Inn was constructed in the mid-1920's as a small piece of the very unique Mariemont community, founded by Mary Emery. The National Exemplar Restaurant was named after learning that Mary Emery once referred to her developing community as the National Exemplar, meaning national model community.

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Joanne

Dined 5 days ago

We always enjoy our time at the National Exemplar Restaurant. The Christmas decor is just beautiful. The staff is friendly and efficient. We also enjoy the beautiful patio in the summer as well. The chef has some innovative dishes which are very good.

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Prime Rib au Jus

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Volcano Pork Shank

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Hungarian Mushroom Soup

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4.7

4.7 (635)

$30 and under

American

Mariemont

About the restaurant

Emery is a polished-casual restaurant located in the charming Mariemont neighborhood. The seasonal menu features American cuisine. We're passionate about seafood but there is something for everyone, including some delicious gluten-free and vegetarian items. Everything is made from scratch and expertly prepared by our chef team. From the casual yet sophisticated first floor and outdoor patio to the upper-level dining room imbued with an easy elegance, Emery beckons you to sit down, relax, and enjoy. We pride ourselves on our renowned hospitality, and our greatest goal is to know that with every visit to Emery, you relish your time in our company.

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TonyaVIP

Dined 2 days ago

I love when I can go to dinner and know the night will be enjoyable. From the time you are greeted, until you receive the check - the entire experience is always wonderful. Great service, fantastic food - Emery never dissapoints.

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Short Rib Ravioli

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Lobster & Shrimp Polenta

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Krueger's Tavern

4.7

4.7 (872)

$30 and under

American

Over the Rhine

About the restaurant

Inspired by the European taverns of decades past, Krueger's Tavern is a neighborhood restaurant and bar. A relaxed atmosphere with an eclectic playlist make Krueger's the perfect place to balance eating well and living it up.

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Robin

Dined 3 days ago

Great place for dinner before going to Music Hall.

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Krueger's Burger

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Crown Republic - Gastropub

4.8

4.8 (1510)

$30 and under

American

Cincinnati

About the restaurant

Crown Republic Gastropub is the place where rustic New American fare meets made from scratch cooking with heart. Our team sources from global food and cultural inspirations, brings and approachable, eclectic culinary experience that guests can't wait to explore. At Crown Republic Gastropub, Chef Anthony Sitek takes pride in creating nearly all of the ingredients in house. Our chef-driven dishes are served with an expert eye so that our guests can concentrate on what matters most: the friends and family they are dining with. Family is exactly our specialty at Crown Republic; our goal is to make everyone who walks in the door, from our staff to our smiling guests, feel at home. Slightly off the beaten path where the business and arts districts of downtown Cincinnati collide, you'll find that you are able to relax and savor every moment, knowing you are in good hands.

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Angel

Dined 4 days ago

Can’t wait to go back!! Service was friendly, helpful and quick! Food was so good! Can’t think of a single down side.

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Prime Meatballs

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4.7

4.7 (725)

$31 to $50

American

Over the Rhine

About the restaurant

Located on Vine Street, in the heart of the historic Over the Rhine district, Five on Vine is a modern take on American comfort food, with a 100-percent from-scratch kitchen, in-house rotisserie, and thoughtful cocktail offerings.

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Matthew

Dined 4 days ago

Our server was unreal. Lovely food as well. Definitely coming back!

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