Preferred Restaurants
JeanRo Bistro
French Parisian Bistro. Simple. Fresh. Comfortable. A “neighborhood’ kind of a place where you meet up with friends and talk about everything under the sun.
Jeff Ruby Steak House
New York-style steak house, lively bar and memorable atmosphere. Live entertainment nightly. Located near the Aronoff Center. Reservations are highly recommended.
McCormick & Schmicks Seafood Restaurant
McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurant serves more than 30 varieties of fresh fish and seafood flown in from both U.S. and international waters, available from menus that change DAILY. In addition to delicious seafood, we serve tempting pasta, poultry and beef specialties, prepared using fresh ingredients and served in a timeless and traditional presentation.
Black Finn
You'll get everything you'd expect from a great, old, classic, big city saloon plus so much more. From the white tablecloths to the mahogany finishes, BlackFinn represents the new standard in the American Saloon experience.
Morton's The Steakhouse
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441 Vine Street
Carew Tower, Suite 2A
Cincinnati, OH 45202
621-3111
www.mortons.com
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A high-end steakhouse. Reservations accepted. Valet parking available.
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Nicholson's Tavern & Pub
Scottish pub and restaurant located directly across from the Aronoff Center. Menu offers flame and rotisserie cooking. European style bar features imported beers and fine wines, plus a large selection of single malt scotches. Outdoor dining. Weekend valet parking. Reservations
Orchids at Palm Court
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35 West Fifth Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Located in the historic Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza
(513) 421-9100
www.orchidsatpalmcourt.com
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Orchids offers AAA four-diamond fine dining in a breathtaking French art deco setting. Featuring a seasonally updated contemporary menu. Complimentary valet parking for Aronoff events with dinner, Afternoon Tea or brunch purchase – call for details. Dinner Tuesday-Saturday; Afternoon Tea Friday and Saturday (seasonally); Sunday Brunch. Reservations recommended.
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The Palace Restaurant
The Palace Restaurant offers legendary fine dining for the discriminating gourmet. Featuring the exciting, eclectic cuisine of our executive chef, the menu changes frequently to ensure a truly cosmopolitan experience. Within the elegant dining room, the innovative menu is coupled with seamless, classic service, creating a one-of-a-kind dining experience.
Palomino
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505 Vine St
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Located in Fountain Place
(513) 381-1300
www.palomino.com
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Palomino is the upbeat city restaurant and bar famous for its rich and stylish ambiance. Guests love Palomino's European-inspired regional American Cuisine. Only Palomino offers such a versatile menu in extraordinary surroundings at reasonable prices.
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Trattoria Roma
Where the best of Italy comes alive! Authentic Italian Cuisine, including fresh seafood, veal, and chicken entrees, as well as salads, soups and pastas. Lunch M-F 11-2; Dinner M-Th 5-9; Fri & Sat 5-11 (closed Sundays unless there is a show at the Aronoff Center)

For more information on restaurants in downtown Cincinnati, visit the Downtown Cincinnati Inc. website
here.