{"id":291,"date":"2017-01-12T12:35:27","date_gmt":"2017-01-12T12:35:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cincyrents.com\/blog\/?p=291"},"modified":"2023-04-19T13:22:30","modified_gmt":"2023-04-19T13:22:30","slug":"top-ten-best-cincinnati-restaurants-2017","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cincyrents.com\/blog\/2017\/01\/12\/top-ten-best-cincinnati-restaurants-2017\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Ten Best Cincinnati Restaurants 2017"},"content":{"rendered":"

Cincinnati is not new to the food scene, hosting a mixture of fine dining to casual and eclectic restaurants.\u00a0 <\/span>A mixture of contemporary and traditional foods focusing on the flavors of the midwest region can be found throughout the city.\u00a0 <\/span>TripAdvisor has ranked the best Cincinnati restaurants of 2017 and we are taking a deeper look into this year\u2019s top ten.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Orchids at Palm Court<\/strong>
\nFood Category: American
\nNeighborhood: Central Business District
\nWebsite<\/a><\/p>\n

If you are looking for a restaurant to visit for a special occasion celebration like your birthday or anniversary, than look no further than the Orchids at Palm Court. Located in the Netherland Plaza Hilton Hotel, The Orchids offers fine dining cuisine in a romantic atmosphere. Executive Chef Todd Kelley features seasonal dishes on The Orchids\u2019 menu, earning him such titles as American Culinary Federation\u2019s USA Chef of the Year in 2011. There is now wonder why the restaurant has received the Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star award and the Hilton Hotels & Resorts’ No. 1 Food & Beverage Hotel in the USA five times. The Orchids is must-do in 2017!<\/p>\n

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Sotto<\/strong>
\nFood Category: Italian, European
\nNeighborhood: Central Business District
\nWebsite<\/a><\/p>\n

Described by TripAdvisor as, \u201c\u2026casual intimacy and communal romance. Sotto is the art of simplicity, a steward of restraint. It\u2019s undressed, gutsy and human. It is fire, meat, wheat, and laughter\u2026\u201d this gem of a restaurant is easily loved by both the out of towner and the Cincinnatian. Located in a a basement on East 6th Street their objective is to serve simple, honest Italian food with heart. Surrounded by a brick and wood interior it can serve as both a romantic date spot or large group bar scene.<\/p>\n

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Jeff Ruby\u2019s Steakhouse<\/strong>
\nFood Category: American, Steakhouse
\nNeighborhood: Central Business District
\nWebsite<\/a><\/p>\n

Number three on TripAdvisor\u2019s \u201cThe 10 Best Cincinnati Restaurants 2017\u201d is Jeff Ruby\u2019s Steakhouse. It\u2019s website states, \u201cRuby\u2019s is the place you go to see, be seen and to enjoy the best total dining experience the city has to offer.\u201d The high-energy upscale steakhouse is meant to resemble a 1940\u2019s French Art Deco Steakhouse. You\u2019ll get the feeling of being in New York City instead of Cincinnati\u2019s Backstage Entertainment District. Enjoy the nightly entertainment and award-winning steaks at Jeff Ruby\u2019s Steakhouse!<\/p>\n

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The Precinct<\/strong>
\nFood Category: American, Steakhouse
\nNeighborhood:
\nWebsite<\/a><\/p>\n

Jeff Ruby is on the list again with the Steakhouse\u2019s older brother, The Precinct. Started in 1981 in the former Cincinnati Police Patrol House Number 6 is the oldest white tablecloth restaurant in Cincinnati. It continues to serve its patrons the best steak, seafood and service in the city. It has been named one of America’s Top 10 Steakhouses by USA Today and gayot.com and is proud to be home to celebrities, businessman, and families. If your looking for a more casual atmosphere with great steakhouse taste, then try out their new addition, BAR at the Precinct. Whatever the occasion you won\u2019t be disappointed.<\/p>\n

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Taft\u2019s Ale House<\/strong>
\nFood Category: American, Bar, Pub, Brew Pub
\nNeighborhood: Over-The-Rhine
\nWebsite<\/a><\/p>\n

Named after the 27th US President, William Howard Taft, this brewpub is located in the original St.Paul’s\u00a0Evangelical Church. \u00a0Artisanal beers, steaks & salads served in the classical seating. \u00a0Beer is a top priority at the establishment and their website states, “To serve a shoddy brew is an act akin to treason.”<\/p>\n

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Eli\u2019s BBQ<\/strong>
\nFood Category: American, Barbecue
\nNeighborhood: East End
\nWebsite<\/a><\/p>\n

A casual, low-key restaurant offering the barbecue classics like pulled pork and ribs. Featuring live music and outdoor seating, it\u2019s a great spot for meeting up with old and new friends. Offering two location in Riverside and Findlay market you don\u2019t want to miss out TripAdvisor reviewers call the \u201cBest Nati\u2019 BBQ!\u201d<\/p>\n

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The Eagle Food and Beer Hall<\/strong>
\nFood Category: American, Bar, Pub
\nNeighborhood: Over-The-Rhine
\nWebsite<\/a><\/p>\n

A Southern eatery located in the heart of Cincinnati, this restaurant\u2019s star is it\u2019s fried chicken! It\u2019s website boast the fact that its all-natural, brined and breaded with a kick of spicy honey. Other dishes include classic southern sides and as well as an array of craft beer and cocktails. The lively atmosphere at the Eagle Food and Beer Hall creates a relaxed and upbeat feeling with blues in the background.<\/p>\n

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Boca<\/strong>
\nFood Category: Italian, American
\nNeighborhood: Central Business District
\nWebsite<\/a><\/p>\n

This authentic Italian cuisine restaurant is combined with a French technique to create a regularly changing menu featuring the best of the season. \u201cItalian food with heart, elegance, and authenticity,\u201d has gotten it excellent reviews in the Cincinnati food world. This high-end restaurant is best for special occasions with loved ones.<\/p>\n

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Moerlein Lager House<\/strong>
\nFood Category: American, Bar
\nNeighborhood: Central Business District
\nWebsite<\/a><\/p>\n

Located in the Smale Riverfront Park along the Ohio River, this Cincinnati working microbrewery celebrates the past time of the 19th century beer gardens once located here. Enjoy the river views from a wraparound porch while drinking a Moerlein craft brews and hand-carved sandwiches and smoked rotisserie meats. Winner of City Beat\u2019s Best of Cincinnati for Best Waterfront Dining and New Restaurant Beer Selection, OpenTable\u2019s Diners\u2019 Choice 2016, and Cincinnati Magazine\u2019s Best of the City Bar with Beer on Tap there\u2019s no wonder why Moerlein Larger House is best of 2017.<\/p>\n

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Nada<\/strong>
\nFood Category: Mexican, Southwestern
\nNeighborhood: Central Business District
\nWebsite<\/a><\/p>\n

This trendy cantina features outdoor seating and festive cocktails in a chic setting. Serving brunch, lunch, and dinner with a live and colorful ambience that produces the best tacos in town by reviewers on TripAdvisor.<\/p>\n

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For a complete list of The 10 Best Cincinnati Restaurants 2017 visit TripAdvisor for reviews, menus and more.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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