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Cincinnati's Top 25 Italian Restaurants According to Yelp

By on Thu, Dec 16, 2021 at 3:26 pm

While Cincinnati isn't known as an Italian food mecca — we boast more about our German heritage than anything else — we sure do have loads of restaurants where you can get anything from red sauce pasta to veal. From old school joints like Scotti's to trendier spots like Pepp & Dolores, there are many great places around the city to enjoy a taste of Italy. Do you think these Yelper's know what good Italian food is?

Editor's Note: No. 23 Enoteca Emilia and No. 11 Vincenzo's have since closed since this list was first published.
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25. Taglio 3531 Columbia Parkway, Columbia Tusculum; 56 E. 12th St., Over-the-Rhine "This might be the most amazing pizza I have ever eaten and I dont throw those words around lightly. This pepperoni Detroit style pizza was PERFECTION. Ordering on their app was easy and pickup was a breeze. I will definitely be back. Worth the extra 10 min drive for pizza!" — Missy K.
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25. Taglio

3531 Columbia Parkway, Columbia Tusculum; 56 E. 12th St., Over-the-Rhine
"This might be the most amazing pizza I have ever eaten and I dont throw those words around lightly. This pepperoni Detroit style pizza was PERFECTION. Ordering on their app was easy and pickup was a breeze. I will definitely be back. Worth the extra 10 min drive for pizza!" — Missy K.
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24. Gina's Italian Kitchen and Tavern 1005 Eaton Ave., Hamilton "This place is hard to find but it's worth it. Their lunch specials are great and everything I've had here has always been good. I've tried the antipasto salad and any of the sandwiches are great. Prices won't break the bank either." — Doug P.
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24. Gina's Italian Kitchen and Tavern

1005 Eaton Ave., Hamilton
"This place is hard to find but it's worth it. Their lunch specials are great and everything I've had here has always been good. I've tried the antipasto salad and any of the sandwiches are great. Prices won't break the bank either." — Doug P.
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23. Enoteca Emilia (Permanently Closed) 110 S. Second St., Loveland "We were greeted by none other than the beautiful owner - and the food + bartender (Cory) + server (Porter) were absolutely flawless! Kudos to the kitchen- every bite was delicious and unique especially the veal meatballs!!! Awesome atmosphere and service!" — Tami W.
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23. Enoteca Emilia (Permanently Closed)

110 S. Second St., Loveland
"We were greeted by none other than the beautiful owner - and the food + bartender (Cory) + server (Porter) were absolutely flawless! Kudos to the kitchen- every bite was delicious and unique especially the veal meatballs!!! Awesome atmosphere and service!" — Tami W.
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22. Rotolo 1 Levee Way, Newport "So much fun. Bowling, Italian food and awesome beverages? The only downside was that i think the bowling was a little pricy." — John G.
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22. Rotolo

1 Levee Way, Newport
"So much fun. Bowling, Italian food and awesome beverages? The only downside was that i think the bowling was a little pricy." — John G.
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21. Johnny's Italian Steakhouse 5800 Muhlhauser Road, West Chester "Great food...great service. Kurt the bartender is the best. Steve our server for dinner was very attentive and has a great sense of humor. We love this place. Andy and Susan." — Susan C.
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21. Johnny's Italian Steakhouse

5800 Muhlhauser Road, West Chester
"Great food...great service. Kurt the bartender is the best. Steve our server for dinner was very attentive and has a great sense of humor. We love this place. Andy and Susan." — Susan C.
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20. Brio Italian Grille 1 Levee Way, Newport "We stopped by Brio on our way home from work after getting an email about their happy hour. We were pleasantly surprised by their offerings. The bartender served us shortly after we arrived and our food was served in no time. I don't recall the names of our drinks, but everything was delightful." — Amber C.
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20. Brio Italian Grille

1 Levee Way, Newport
"We stopped by Brio on our way home from work after getting an email about their happy hour. We were pleasantly surprised by their offerings. The bartender served us shortly after we arrived and our food was served in no time. I don't recall the names of our drinks, but everything was delightful." — Amber C.
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19. Giovanni's Family Italian Restaurant 4050 N. Bend Road, Cheviot "I was looking for a family Italian restaurant and they DELIVERED! Highly recommend checking it out." — Taylor B.
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19. Giovanni's Family Italian Restaurant

4050 N. Bend Road, Cheviot
"I was looking for a family Italian restaurant and they DELIVERED! Highly recommend checking it out." — Taylor B.
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18. Padrino 111 Main St., Milford; 3715 Madison Road, Oakley (inside Oakley Kitchen Food Hall) "Pizza! Who doesn't love pizza? Padrino does it right. Thin crispy crust. The garlic knots are my favorite as is the pesto pizza!" — Felecia G.
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18. Padrino

111 Main St., Milford; 3715 Madison Road, Oakley (inside Oakley Kitchen Food Hall)
"Pizza! Who doesn't love pizza? Padrino does it right. Thin crispy crust. The garlic knots are my favorite as is the pesto pizza!" — Felecia G.
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17. Palermo's 6096 West Chester Road, West Chester Township "Love this place. Homemade food and a great mellow vibe. Great service. We ordered a fantastic Chicken Capri, a Fettucine Alfredo and some Stuffed Shells, plus a meat filled Antipasta Salas to split. I've eaten at plenty of places in this area, and I highly recommend Palermo's. Great food, great atmosphere. Independent eateries rock. Give em a shot." — Jim M.
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17. Palermo's

6096 West Chester Road, West Chester Township
"Love this place. Homemade food and a great mellow vibe. Great service. We ordered a fantastic Chicken Capri, a Fettucine Alfredo and some Stuffed Shells, plus a meat filled Antipasta Salas to split. I've eaten at plenty of places in this area, and I highly recommend Palermo's. Great food, great atmosphere. Independent eateries rock. Give em a shot." — Jim M.
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16. Sorrento's Italian Joint 5143 Montgomery Road, Norwood "This is a classic Italian American casual restaurant. The decor is perfect, and the Reds game was on the TV which made my son happy. My kids loved the cheesy garlic bread, the Chicken Alfredo, and the ravioli. They have wine, beer, and cocktails for the adults!" — Amanda H.
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16. Sorrento's Italian Joint

5143 Montgomery Road, Norwood
"This is a classic Italian American casual restaurant. The decor is perfect, and the Reds game was on the TV which made my son happy. My kids loved the cheesy garlic bread, the Chicken Alfredo, and the ravioli. They have wine, beer, and cocktails for the adults!" — Amanda H.
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15. Ferrari’s Little Italy and Bakery 7677 Goff Terrace, Madeira "OMG just rediscovered this hidden gem. My meal was so good I had it twice. Cuz there was so much leftover. Then could not pass up the bakery. I've tried other bakeries but they have the best salted rye I've ever tasted. I bought 2 loaves so I can bring 'em with me for the holidays." — Celia L.
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15. Ferrari’s Little Italy and Bakery

7677 Goff Terrace, Madeira
"OMG just rediscovered this hidden gem. My meal was so good I had it twice. Cuz there was so much leftover. Then could not pass up the bakery. I've tried other bakeries but they have the best salted rye I've ever tasted. I bought 2 loaves so I can bring 'em with me for the holidays." — Celia L.
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14. Pompilio's 600 Washington Ave., Newport "A classic, you just always know you can count on a really solid meal from here. I got the byo pasta with angel hair and meatballs, yum!" — Karen B.
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14. Pompilio's

600 Washington Ave., Newport
"A classic, you just always know you can count on a really solid meal from here. I got the byo pasta with angel hair and meatballs, yum!" — Karen B.
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13. Cork n’ Crust 710 Fairfield Ave., Bellevue "We ordered takeout tonight and I just wanted to say everything wAs perfect! The smoked wings with Parmesan sauce were so good! We also ordered a small "Bellevue pizza"' and it was delicious. Great job! We will order again for sure!" — Heather K.
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13. Cork n’ Crust

710 Fairfield Ave., Bellevue
"We ordered takeout tonight and I just wanted to say everything wAs perfect! The smoked wings with Parmesan sauce were so good! We also ordered a small "Bellevue pizza"' and it was delicious. Great job! We will order again for sure!" — Heather K.
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12. Maggiano's 7875 Montgomery Road, Kenwood "Such a wonderful birthday experience here! Wonderful food and wonderful service. I look forward to my next visit!" — Asia A.
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12. Maggiano's

7875 Montgomery Road, Kenwood
"Such a wonderful birthday experience here! Wonderful food and wonderful service. I look forward to my next visit!" — Asia A.
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11. Vincenzo's (Permanently Closed) 11525 Chester Road, Sharonville "By far the best Italian food in Cincinnati. I have a hard time picking what to eat because it is all sooo good." — Roger O.
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11. Vincenzo's (Permanently Closed)

11525 Chester Road, Sharonville
"By far the best Italian food in Cincinnati. I have a hard time picking what to eat because it is all sooo good." — Roger O.
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10. Alfio’s Buon Cibo 2724 Erie Ave., Hyde Park "Excellent service and even better food. Our server, Marco, was great and recommended some amazing dishes. We will be back!" — Shelley M.
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10. Alfio’s Buon Cibo

2724 Erie Ave., Hyde Park
"Excellent service and even better food. Our server, Marco, was great and recommended some amazing dishes. We will be back!" — Shelley M.
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9. Primavista 810 Matson Place, East Price Hill "Superbly prepared meals, great service and spectacular views...what's not to love! Definitely a place & evening to remember!" — Christina T.
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9. Primavista

810 Matson Place, East Price Hill
"Superbly prepared meals, great service and spectacular views...what's not to love! Definitely a place & evening to remember!" — Christina T.
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8. Biagio's Bistro 308 Ludlow Ave., Clifton "Amazing, authentic food and attentive wait staff! Didn't get to try anything from the pastry case but will be returning soon!" — Holly E.
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8. Biagio's Bistro

308 Ludlow Ave., Clifton
"Amazing, authentic food and attentive wait staff! Didn't get to try anything from the pastry case but will be returning soon!" — Holly E.
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7. Bouchard's 1801 Race St., Over-the-Rhine "Delicious pasta located inside the Findlay market!! I especially liked the fettuccine option! Basically you get a sheet to create pasta on your own and you can add as many ingredients as you would like! Very fresh, tasty, and great pricing as well! Would definitely recommend!" — Mirabelle L.
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7. Bouchard's

1801 Race St., Over-the-Rhine
"Delicious pasta located inside the Findlay market!! I especially liked the fettuccine option! Basically you get a sheet to create pasta on your own and you can add as many ingredients as you would like! Very fresh, tasty, and great pricing as well! Would definitely recommend!" — Mirabelle L.
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6. Scotti’s Italian Restaurant 919 Vine St., Downtown "Good food great atmosphere great staff Wonderful way to start your special evening with a glass of wine, bowl of delicious soup, Scotti's salad and your entree. If you leave hungry, it's your problem." — Stephanie R.
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6. Scotti’s Italian Restaurant

919 Vine St., Downtown
"Good food great atmosphere great staff Wonderful way to start your special evening with a glass of wine, bowl of delicious soup, Scotti's salad and your entree. If you leave hungry, it's your problem." — Stephanie R.
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