Spotlight Restaurants

Prime

Located across from the Aronoff Center on the corner of 6th and Walnut Streets, Prime is known for its USDA Prime Steaks, exquisite cuisine, extensive wine selection, and outstanding service. Relax and enjoy the ambiance, while our staff becomes your staff, dedicated to providing a truly personalized dining experience.

Crown Republic Gastropub

In the heart of downtown Cincinnati, where the business and arts district meet, you’ll find Crown Republic – a restaurant where you can kick your feet back regardless of how nice the shoes are that are on ‘em. Crown Republic's rustic small plates, inventive entrees, and signature cocktails are inspired by tastes and traditions all over the world, and they pride themselves on making everything from scratch.

Metropole

With a modern spin on classic French and Italian cooking, Metropole’s ever-changing menu showcases the area’s sustainable farmers and producers while paying homage to the full potential of often undervalued ingredients. The bar and lounge are inviting places to explore the rotating selection of craft beers on tap, house-made cocktails, Bourbons, and a curated selection of old and new world wines.

Boca

114 East 6th Street
(513) 542-2022

Boca is Chef David Falk's ode to Europe – is a one-of-a-kind dining experience marrying world-class, chef-driven cuisine with gracious service at an affordable price point. Boca's design couples contemporary European and American stylings with touches of rusticity in an airy urban space. The elegant and inviting surroundings welcome guests for an evening cocktail, a small bite before a great show at nearby theaters, a casual dinner with friends, or a luxurious night out in Cincinnati.

Nicholson’s Tavern & Pub

Inspired by the traditional Scottish tavern, Nicholson’s is proud to be Cincinnati’s first and finest gastropub, where guests can enjoy fine food and drink in an original setting that is relaxed and comfortable. Its culinary team uses the best seasonal and local ingredients to create fresh and flavorful dishes that can be enjoyed alongside a unique selection of beer, wine, and specialty cocktails. In addition, Nicholson's features one of the best selections of single malt scotch whiskies in the area.

Corkopolis

640 Main Street
(513) 381-3752

Corkopolis is a distinctly urban wine market and bar set in the heart of downtown Cincinnati, that is committed to the best in selection, expertise and customer service. Offering a curated selection of fine wine and craft beer, along with a bar experience geared toward discovery, Corkopolis features a rotating list of wine by the glass, wine and craft beer on tap, signature hand-crafted cocktails, and a menu of lite bites.

Mita's Restaurant / Bar

Mita’s eclectic, farm-inspired menu focuses on both the traditional and modern foods and beverages of Spain and Latin America – with tapas, ceviches, cured hams, cheeses, and large plates. The wine program emphasizes Spain and the Old World.