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Licensed & Insured Restaurants in Cincinnati, OH
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As of July 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 restaurants in Cincinnati, OH by the RNM Score — a 0–100 rating built from Google ratings, review volume, sentiment, and profile completeness. The top-ranked is Sotto with a 4.7-star rating from 3,184 Google reviews and an RNM Score of 83/100. Also in the top tier: Pepp & Dolores and The Capital Grille. The average rating across all listed restaurants in Cincinnati is 4.6 stars from 2,216 reviews per business on average.
Restaurants in Cincinnati range from $ (budget, under $15/person) to $$$$ (fine dining, $60+/person).
Rankings updated July 4, 2026 · RNM Score = ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
Best Overall
Sotto
Sotto is a top-ranked restaurant in Cincinnati known for its exceptional Italian cuisine and elegant dining experience.
Most Reviewed
Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse
Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse has the most reviews among the listed restaurants, indicating its popularity and consistent quality.
When choosing a restaurant in Cincinnati, consider Sotto for an upscale Italian meal or Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse for a renowned steakhouse experience.
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4.6★
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2,216
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Jul 4, 2026
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Top Rated Restaurants
4.7 stars from thousands of reviews make this Cincinnati restaurant a top choice.
118 E 6th St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USAKnown for consistent quality with 4.7 stars from over 2,200 Google reviews.
1501 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USAConsistently rated 4.7 stars across nearly 1,750 Google reviews.
3821 Edwards Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45209, USARestaurants Rankings in Cincinnati, OH
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Sotto118 E 6th St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA | 4.7★ | 3,184 |
| #2 | Pepp & Dolores1501 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA | 4.7★ | 2,249 |
| #3 | The Capital Grille3821 Edwards Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45209, USA | 4.7★ | 1,748 |
| #4 | The Eagle OTR1342 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA | 4.6★ | 5,466 |
| #5 | Yard House95 E Freedom Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA | 4.3★ | 5,889 |
| #6 | Maplewood Kitchen and Bar525 Race St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA | 4.6★ | 2,808 |
| #7 | Incline Public House2601 W 8th St, Cincinnati, OH 45204, USA | 4.5★ | 4,988 |
| #8 | Taste of Belgium - The Banks16 West Freedom Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA | 4.5★ | 3,058 |
| #9 | Sacred Beast Diner OTR1437 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA | 4.5★ | 1,428 |
| #10 | Chef Jose Salazar • Mita's Restaurant | Downtown Cincinnati Restaurant & Tapas501 Race St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA | 4.7★ | 1,394 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated July 2026
All Restaurants in Cincinnati
4.6 stars from over 5,400 reviews indicates consistently popular, well-loved dining.
1342 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA
A solid 4.3-star rating from nearly 5,900 Google reviews.
95 E Freedom Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA
This Cincinnati restaurant earns 4.6 stars from over 2,800 Google reviews.
525 Race St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA
4.5-star rating from nearly 5,000 Google reviews in Cincinnati.
2601 W 8th St, Cincinnati, OH 45204, USA
Earned a 4.5-star rating from over 3,000 Google reviews.
16 West Freedom Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA
4.5 stars from over 1,400 reviews, a trusted Cincinnati dining choice.
1437 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA
Consistently rated 4.7 stars from over 1,300 customer reviews.
501 Race St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA
Earning a 4.7-star rating from over 1,200 Google reviews, this spot is a trusted local favorite.
114 E 6th St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA
Rated 4.8 stars from 352 Google reviews, a top choice in Cincinnati.
7 E Court St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA
4.5 stars from over 2,500 Google reviews, making it a trusted local favorite.
8080 Montgomery Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45236, USA
A top-rated Cincinnati restaurant with 4.5 stars from over a thousand Google reviews.
35 W 5th St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA
4.7 stars from 380 Google reviews, reflecting strong local customer satisfaction.
1324 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA
A top-rated Cincinnati restaurant with 4.8 stars from over 350 glowing reviews.
1400 Race St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA
Rated 4.6 stars from 178 Google reviews, a popular choice in Cincinnati.
60 W 5th St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA
Consistently rated 4.6 stars from nearly 900 Google reviews for quality dining.
1410 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA
This Cincinnati restaurant holds a 4.7-star rating from over 3,100 Google reviews.
505 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA
Consistently rated 4.3 stars from nearly 2,000 Google reviews in Cincinnati.
115 Joe Nuxhall Wy, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA
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Restaurants in Cincinnati, OH — Compared
| # | Business | RNM Score | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sotto | 83/100 | 4.7 ★ | 3,184 |
| 2 | Pepp & Dolores | 83/100 | 4.7 ★ | 2,249 |
| 3 | The Capital Grille | 83/100 | 4.7 ★ | 1,748 |
| 4 | The Eagle OTR | 82/100 | 4.6 ★ | 5,466 |
| 5 | Yard House | 76/100 | 4.3 ★ | 5,889 |
| 6 | Maplewood Kitchen and Bar | 82/100 | 4.6 ★ | 2,808 |
| 7 | Incline Public House | 80/100 | 4.5 ★ | 4,988 |
| 8 | Taste of Belgium - The Banks | 80/100 | 4.5 ★ | 3,058 |
| 9 | Sacred Beast Diner OTR | 80/100 | 4.5 ★ | 1,428 |
| 10 | Chef Jose Salazar • Mita's Restaurant | Downtown Cincinnati Restaurant & Tapas | 83/100 | 4.7 ★ | 1,394 |
Ranked by RatingsNearMe Score · ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · July 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions — Restaurants in Cincinnati
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Are restaurants in Cincinnati licensed and insured?
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