Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.3 out of 5
Impressive | 9513 reviews

What Stacey Hughes doesn't like about Nicola's Ristorante:
Let me start by giving a hats off to the amazing chef and staff at Nicola's, for making my wife's birthday a memorable one. The flavor and presentation of the food was second to none. The four of us had various amazing dishes but the standouts were the mushroom Gnudi, little ravioli, minus the pasta, served with a mushroom broth I had to soak up with the bread. The Belgian endive salad is an amazing creation both vis... View all feedback. What Freya Fisch likes about Nicola's Ristorante:
It was my birthday, but our delayed flight made us arrive late in Cincinnati; still, Nicola's welcomed us and didn't rush us through our meal even though we got there within 45 minutes of closing time. They doted on us. I forgot to mention the food (absolutely delicious from appetizer to dessert) and our server, Kristen (top notch), and that night's manage, Ben (who shared old Cincinnati stories with me and suggested... View all feedback.

Reviews from various websites

Menu
5.0 ★ from 73 reviews
Yazmin
12.09.2019 - 18:54

First time . Great experience. Love , love loved it.

Betsy
02.11.2017 - 07:10

I love Nicola's and we go there every year on Valentine's Day! I loved our meal, however sitting in the back separate dining room is not my favorite way to enjo...

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Carolyn
23.11.2022 - 06:15

An exceptional meal with great service in a moderate dining room.

Sophia
02.08.2021 - 05:03

Excellent service and delicious food, one of the best spots in town!

Elaina
22.04.2023 - 05:44

It was my favorite restaurant I have been to in Cincinnati! The food was amazing and the staff was wonderful. We will definitely be back many times in the futur...

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The restaurant received mostly positive reviews, with customers praising the delicious food, great atmosphere, and attentive service. The menu was described as innovative and the dishes were flavorful and well-balanced. Some highlights included the leg of lamb with saffron rice, beef kofta kabob, and mini chocolate cake. Customers also appreciated the relaxed and romantic atmosphere, as well as the recommendations from the servers. However, there was one negative review that detailed a disappointing experience in Cincinnati, with cold and unappetizing food, rude service, and unprofessional behavior from the manager. Despite this, overall feedback for the restaurant was positive, with many customers planning to return in the future and recommending it to friends.

Gastroranking-it
4.2 ★ from 50 reviews
LindaMamma2
14.10.2024 - 04:31

Terrible. Unless you don't know anything about real authentic Italian cuisine. Grilled octopus wasn't cooked enough nor did it have any flavor. If you can't do...

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Clay
14.10.2024 - 04:31

The food was exquisite! Everything we ordered impressed us. The eggplant parmigiana (see photo) was incredible! The service was also amazing. We definitely plan...

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Olivia
14.10.2024 - 04:31

Absolutely love Nicolas. I always recommend it to friends when they want an upscale, nice dinner that’s worth the price. The service is fantastic and I’m always...

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Robert
14.10.2024 - 04:31

There for an event. Five course meal was delicious.

Jessica
14.10.2024 - 04:31

Cozy, elegant, and romantic! My husband took me there for our 10th anniversary. I experienced the tasting menu with wine pairing; the food was delicious, the pr...

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Opentable
4.8 ★ from 3130 reviews
JDiner
29.09.2023 - 13:31

Always exceptional. Steve is hands down one of the best servers we have ever had at Nicolas. Thank you!

AngieY
29.09.2023 - 13:31

The food at this restaurant is incredible. The atmosphere is just right. It's much better than Sotto and you can actually make a reservation months in advance....

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RyanJ
29.09.2023 - 13:31

I visited this restaurant for New Year's Eve and even though it was a very busy night, the service was still excellent. The food was delicious, as always.

KellyM
29.09.2023 - 13:31

The food, as always, was delicious!

Yelp
4.0 ★ from 429 reviews
Wendy
13.01.2024 - 15:32

The ambiance, food, and customer service were exceptional. It was our second time dining at this restaurant, which has been in business for 27 years. I am alrea...

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Kim
13.01.2024 - 15:32

We had a great dining experience at a luxurious restaurant located in a historic barn that once housed Cincinnati's 19th century incline trolleys. The food was...

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Melanie
13.01.2024 - 15:32

You must try the bread basket at Nicola's! I have eaten here twice and absolutely love their bolognese and gnocchi dishes. The restaurant has a lovely and upsca...

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Metroguide
3.7 ★ from 3 reviews
Sincere
17.05.2023 - 10:56

My wife, another couple, and I were extremely disappointed with our experience at this Cincinnati restaurant. We had heard great things about it, but our high h...

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Kelvin
06.06.2023 - 07:26

Our anniversary was made even more special here. Take your time to chat with your companions at the table. You won't be hurried. Consult your server for recomme...

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Bessie
06.06.2023 - 07:26

This restaurant is one of the best places to eat in the city, offering some of the best Italian food near NY. The waiters are well-informed and the wine selecti...

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Google
4.7 ★ from 1139 reviews
Tripadvisor
4.6 ★ from 409 reviews
Diningguide
3.0 ★ from 1 reviews
Gastroranking-us
4.6 ★ from 4279 reviews

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