Cincinnati's 25 Best Restaurants for Carry-Out Right Now According to Yelp

24. Forno Osteria + Bar

3514 Erie Ave., Hyde Park
”I've been to Forno a handful of times and the food is always fresh and delicious. I especially like the burrata, goat cheese and honey bruschetta, Elena pizza (has a strong truffle oil and Gorgonzola flavor yummm), tagliatelle bolognese, gnocchi and truffled cream corn (more truffle oil yummm). I haven't tried their brunch but I'd like to try their pancakes sometime.
Even more outstanding than their food is their service. I got held up at work so picked up my order (Elena pizza) one hour after it was ready. Both the woman handling the to-go orders and the chef insisted on preparing a fresh, hot pizza for me free of charge-- even though it was 100% MY FAULT for picking up my order late!! I was shocked by their generosity. On top of that, they gave me free panna cotta after they heard I work in the medical field! I still can't believe I picked up my food late and left with twice as much food plus a dessert for free. Who does that?! I'm blown away by their kindness” — Erica H.
Photo via Facebook.com/fornoosteriabar

23. Veracruz Mexican Grill

3108 Price Ave., East Price Hill
”Hands down the best value tacos I've had at a Mexican restaurant ever. I've had Mazunte, Condado, Los Potrillos, Bakersfield, etc. and each are good in their own right and I wouldn't not eat there. However, Veracruz just hits differently in a most delicious fashion. I haven't had any other entree option except the tacos and that's all the more reason to keep coming back. As long as I can grab a taco here I'm more than satisfied. Plus, it's not a huge dent in my wallet, which is nice. What's so special about Veracruz? Simplicity. They don't do anything gimicky or try to be anything more than an authentic local Mexican restaurant.” — Edward C.
Photo via Facebook.com/VeracruzMexicanGrill

22. Bouchards

1801 Race St., Over-the-Rhine
”Love, love, love this place! Watch the pasta being made. Take some home to cook, or order some there to eat. This is a must-stop when you are at Findlay Mkt. (or anywhere near). You won't find a better fresh-made pasta. Fantastic personal service as well. We can't wait to go back.” — Jen D.
Photo via Facebook.com/FindlayMarket

21. Asiana Thai & Sushi

3922 Edwards Road, Hyde Park
”It was 6 o'clock on a Friday when it hit me. The sushi pang. Having been to this adorable hole in the wall Thai restaurant before, I knew it was the place to go to satisfy my craving. Only 35 minutes later I found myself standing in front of a cheerful Thai woman with my pick-up order nicely packaged in a tray with soy sauce and chopsticks in a brown bag. The sushi was delicious, fresh and three rolls per person was a bit ambitious. My eyes definitely did the ordering this time. All in all, great service and quality. Would recommend it!” — Rachelle J.
Photo via Facebook.com/AsianaThaiSushi

20. Sichuan Chili Chinese Restaurant

10400 Reading Road, Evendale
”It looks like a typical Chinese restaurant when you enter, but the food here is actually great and not your typical take-out Chinese restaurant. The restaurant was packed at 5pm on a Saturday. Their entrées were different from what you see in most restaurants. The flavors were great and staff were helpful in selecting entrées. We got the crab Rangoon, dumplings, sichuan sizzling chicken and the sichuan fish (can't remember which one, but it comes in a lot of broth). The two entrées were some of their most popular items according to the waitress and they did not disappoint. The food was extra spicy like the way we ordered it.” — Ami P.
Photo via Sichuan Chili Chinese Restaurant's Facebook

19. Boombox Buns

1400 Republic St., Over-the-Rhine
”I had a hard time finding this location and parking was not easy, but boy was it worth it! I love steamed buns, they are light and airy and so soft. These buns were no exception, they were everything they should be. The fillings were delicious. I didn't expect the chicken bun to be made of ground chicken but it was good nonetheless. The beef bun was by far my favorite. The flavor is so savory and the crispy onion bits take it to the next level. The grapefruit shake up was only $3.00 but so tasty! I would easily pay double for it. It reminds me of a grapefruit bubble tea. Also the cucumber salad was slight and fresh. Overall, Boombox is amazing. Go get you some buns!” — Tiara A.
Photo via instagram.com/boomboxbuns

18. J & W Sandwich Shoppe

2004 Worth Ave., Norwood
”This place is definitely a hole in the wall. I ordered the club sandwich on wheat $5.30 and I was blown away by the abundant amount of meat and bacon on the sandwich. When my co-workers saw the sandwich they were amazed by the size and price. Some are planning to visit soon. This is my new lunch spot!! I'm excited to try other menu items! (You can't judge a book by it's cover)” — Tamela W.
Photo via Facebook.com/jwsandwhichshoppe

17. Kiss Cake

10400 Reading Road, Evendale
”Kiss cake is a newly opened Asian bakery in the same strip mall as CAM and Sichuan Chili. If just one more Asian business opened up there, it'd be an Asian central in Cincinnati. The owner is a mother who opened a bakery, with room to expand, to please her daughter, who was unsatisfied with the lack of Asian bakeries in Cincinnati. And thus, Kiss Cake is a mother's response to her daughter's persistent request. All the cakes, breads, and cookies are typical Asian flavors, and tend to lean more toward traditional Chinese baked goods. She hand makes everything the day of (as explained by the owner) and they contain only the simplest ingredients with no preservatives.” — Sarah C.
Photo: Google Street View

16. Revolution Rotisserie & Bar

1106 Race St., Over-the-Rhine
”This is a go-to for my office for lunch. I always get their Chita's (either the George Washington or the Nelson Mandela) and they are delicious. They recently switched their menu up a little bit. Lots of the classics are still there, seems like they've just trimmed it down. Their Parmesan garlic tater tots have recently switched to a Parmesan Rosemary. This is a great improvement, total upgrade. The garlic and truffle oil was way too overpowering before and now they are perfect! The environment is super unique and fun, I'd recommend it for lunch, dinner, drinks, etc. It is a little bit of a smaller restaurant so be prepared to wait during busy hours! One of my favs in Cincinnati.” — Rose R.
Photo via Revolution Rotisserie & Bar Facebook

15. Buddha Barn

6625 Gracely Drive, Sayler Park
”Buddah Barn is ment to be a dine in experience. Patrons are to sit, relax, and enjoy. That being said, we placed an order for take-out. We were looking for something to enjoy for dinner while checking out nearby 13 Below Brewery. Both establishments have been on my list of places to try for some time, and this seemed like a way to check both out, on a time crunch.
After perusing the Buddha Barn menu online, I called ahead with our order. Pad Thai with chicken, Gaga Gangpa with beef, cashew pineapple with chicken, pineapple fried rice, and meatball skewers were our order. (The Gaga and pineapple cashew chicken both came with steamed jasmine rice.) When they ask what spice level you want they are not playing around. Most of the people in our party love spicy food. We were pleasantly surprised to find this is truly the type of spice one expects from Thai food. The spiciest level we tried was an eight. (We ordered items between two and eight.) The eight was spicy. Half an hour after eating my tounge was still burning. It was a good burn. The kind of burn you know you will crave again later. My favorite was the pad Thai. There was a great balance of flavor.” — Elyse F.
Photo via buddhabarnthai.com

14. Citrus & Sago

1004 Delta Ave., Mt Lookout
”A cozy restaurant in Mt. Lookout that prepares excellent roast duck! I've been here twice and have enjoyed the duck both times. In fact, I enjoyed it so much that my husband and I ordered the whole duck the second time ($32). The skin is perfectly crispy while the meat is juicy and tender. As a California native, I have been looking for a place to satisfy my roast duck cravings. The garlic rice and pickled veggies are also delicious side options, though a larger portion would have been nice. On top of the great food, the service is personable and kind. Around the holiday time, they gave us a complimentary goody bag with Lindt truffles which was a sweet touch. The chef also came out to introduce himself to us. You can tell he truly cares about the quality of his food. This is absolutely a place that is worth trying!” — Cathy N.
Photo via Facebook.com/citrusandsago

13. Al Zaytuna Grill

8375 Colerain Ave., Groesbeck
”Great chicken shawarma sandwich, flavored well and plenty of chicken, with fresh crunchy vegetables and a nice sauce that blends it all together. Customer service was perfect with quick service and very nice, kind, and considerate owner. I hope I can come into town more often to give this business my continual support!” — Hafsah H.
Photo via Facebook.com/alzaytunagrill

12. Leyla Mediterranean

7418 Beechmont Ave., Anderson Township
”Enjoyed take-out for the first time at this Anderson Township gem. We ordered food for 5, and it did not disappoint. We ordered appetizers, salads, through shish kabob entrees, and everything was beautifully prepared , seasoned, and packaged with care for takeout. Could not have wished for a better Memorial Day dinner, and we will certainly be ordering again soon!” — Cynthia B.
Photo via LEYLA Mediterranean's Facebook

10. Conscious Kitchen

2912 Short Vine St., Corryville
”This place is delicious. I would describe it as heathy soul food. Everything I've tried so far has been full of flavor. My current favorites are the Cuban (Salmon sandwich) and the carrot fries. The staff is always friendly and my orders are ready quickly. Parking is always a challenge due to the location but it's worth the hassle.” — Cinnamon P.
Photo via Facebook.com/consciouskitchen513

9. Teranga Restaurant

8438 Vine St., Hartwell
”Wanted to check out a new place during Black Restaurant Week and this did not disappoint. It's tucked away in a plaza, but pretty easy to find. Delicious authentic African food right in Cincy, who knew?!? The dibi was cooked to perfection and the red snapper is enough for a family and perfectly grilled. The jerk chicken was so flavorful and spicy! The only miss were the beignets for dessert, but I think it's because I had high expectations based on my previous experiences in New Orleans. Please check this place out, it's a great meal!” — Leah S.
Photo via Teranga Restaurant's Facebook

8. Thai Express

213 W McMillan St., University Heights
”So, some of the best food in Cincinnati seems to always be in small, unexpecting places. Thai Express is no different. I mean honestly, who'd expect to find great Thai cuisine hidden away on Mcmillan?! I've been to this restaurant a few times now and the food has always been super tasty. The restaurant is designed with more of a take-out style. There are a couple of tables for those who want to dine in, though. On my latest visit I had the soy sauce noodles, or Pad Si-iew. One of the things I like is that the food seems to be cooked to order. However, I'm always willing to wait an extra few minutes for quality and I think Thai Express is worth it. ” — Kris R.
Photo: Paige Deglow

5. Mazunte Taqueria

5207 Madison Road, Oakley
”MAZUNTE... no words other than fantastic. They truly never disappoint! The Oakley location is speedy quick and offers extremely fast take-out so you and your family can enjoy authentic Mexican food during COVID-19. There are so many delicious options, including the dorados and enchiladas, however my particular favorite is the mixed tacos. For my mixed tacos, I get the steak, beer-battered fish, and chicken on corn tortillas. All three have amazing flavors that will make your mouth water. For sides, you must get the black beans and rice — put them on top of tour tacos for the perfect meal.” — Dani H.
Photo via Facebook.com/MazunteTacos

4. Pepp & Dolores

1501 Vine St., Over-the-Rhine
”This carry-out was just what I needed this week as my special dinner for making it to Friday, day 50 of 94% solitary confinement. Rather than eating out of the box like the hermit I've become, I plated it with the respect it deserved. I had the house made ricotta bread. Wedge salad. And Gricia. All of it was amazing with a special treat of crunchy little cookies to finish it off. ” — Angela E.
Photo: Hailey Bollinger

3. Arrechissimo Restaurant

8100 Blue Ash Road, Deer Park
”I've never tried any other Venezuelan food in my entire life. But people inspired me to go and try this place out. It may look small on the outside, but the owners were super nice and welcoming to me. All the food that I ate had lots of flavor!! I would consider coming back again and again and even taking my friends there!! 5/5 for me!!” — Nolan C.
Photo via Facebook.com/Arrechissimo

2. The Wheel Oakley

3805 Brotherton Road, Oakley
”After hearing good things I tried takeout sandwiches and cookies for lunch on a Saturday. I got the mortadella sandwich and a grilled mushroom sandwich for my wife. Both sandwiches were absolutely fantastic and among the best we've ever eaten. We would happily come back.” — Thomas F.
Photo: Hailey Bollinger