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Cincinnati's Top 25 Italian Restaurants According to Yelp

By CityBeat Staff 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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5. Via Vite

520 Vine St., Downtown
"Everything was delicious! Celebrated Friends-giving with great wine, great food and great service from Lauryn! Will definitely return with my friends." — Taylor L.

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4. Forno Osteria + Bar

3514 Erie Ave., Hyde Park; 9415 Montgomery Road, Montgomery
"I have never really liked Italian food but this place is great!! the restaurant has cute wood tables and warm lighting, very cozy but still nice. our service was fast and nice. the bread was perfect. i got the asparagus gnudi and it was sooo good. it was fresh and light but still filling. my bf got the bolognese and loved it. i would definitely come back for a cute dinner w friends or a nice date!!" — Lauren C.

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3. Nicola's Ristorante

1420 Sycamore St., Over-the-Rhine
"Everything about our experience here was incredible. We had wonderful service, non invasive or annoying but prompt and helpful, and the food was incredible! Best restaurant experience I've had in a long time and certainly best I've had in Ohio!" — Mica N.

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2. Sotto

118 E. Sixth St., Downtown
"This place kills it from the food to the ambience and service. Underground and above par. Always love going here for special occasions!! Will be going back soon." — Ronado G.

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1. Pepp & Dolores

1501 Vine St., Over-the-Rhine
"This place is always busy, and I can see why. The food is absolutely delicious. You've got to try the ricotta as an appetizer. It's got the perfect texture and taste. Quintessential Italian food." — Tyler C.

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