Forno Osteria & Bar is one of The 11 Best Places for Chianti in Cincinnati.

1. Forno Osteria & Bar

7.8
3514 Erie Ave, Cincinnati, OH
Italian Restaurant · Hyde Park · 7 tips and reviews

Jamie I.Jamie Iacobucci: Excellent restaurant for lunch/dinner! The pizza Napoli had the perfect blend of anchovy and caper...fresh and delicious! Perfect for famiglia and amici!!

Rachael H.Rachael Hadaway: Bolognese Special on Tuesday can’t be beat

Mike D.Mike D: Brunch items are a notch above the usual. Service was good. Protip: add an egg to the avocado blt

Orchids at Palm Court is one of The 11 Best Places for Chianti in Cincinnati.

2. Orchids at Palm Court

8.6
35 W 5th St (Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza), Cincinnati, OH
New American Restaurant · Central Business District · 21 tips and reviews

Michael T.Michael Tchou: Get the Chef's Tasting Menu. You won't be disappointed! The chanterelle mushroom strudel was fantastic, as was the dessert. Amazing experience!

Jackie R.Jackie Reau: Rated Cincinnati's #1 restaurant! Terrific menu and fabulous wine list.

Andy G.Andy Guinigundo: Still the standard by which fine dining in Cincinnati is judged.

Unwind Wine Bar is one of The 11 Best Places for Chianti in Cincinnati.

3. Unwind Wine Bar

8.4
3435 Michigan Ave (btwn Erie and Observatory), Cincinnati, OH
Wine Bar · Hyde Park · 12 tips and reviews

Cory P.Cory Pattison: Great wine menu and good appetizers. Design is perfect for a small wine bar and the patio is great during warmer weather.

Tab B.Tab Bursk: Happy Hour, M-F 4-7pm. $2 off 6oz pour. Apps.

Travis B.Travis Bagley: Nice atmosphere for sipping on wine and cocktails. Regular menu price wine is a bit expensive. Happy hour gets you $2 off pours.

Nicola's is one of The 11 Best Places for Chianti in Cincinnati.

4. Nicola's

8.9
1420 Sycamore St, Cincinnati, OH
Italian Restaurant · Mount Auburn · 28 tips and reviews

Andy G.Andy Guinigundo: Fine Italian dining. Try the veal. Smoker sweet breads are incredible. Gnocchi is super rich. Get it and share.

Jane F.Jane Friedman: Go for the Monday Night Neighborhood Special -- $13 for pasta bolognese, house salad, phenomenal bread -- if you eat at the bar.

Zee T.Zee Thomson: Try the Grand Tasting Menu Dessert - Smoked ocean trout, fennel 3-ways, egg, capersDelicious!

Ruth's Chris Steak House is one of The 11 Best Places for Chianti in Cincinnati.

5. Ruth's Chris Steak House

8.9
100 E Freedom Way #160, The Banks Development (Suite 160), Cincinnati, OH
Steakhouse · Central Business District · 79 tips and reviews

Andrew C.Andrew Claus: Great happy hour Mon-Fri 4:30 to 6:30. $7 for drinks, burgers, lobster, tuna, and more

Jeremy F.Jeremy Friedman: Best steak in the country... Top notch service but the mashed potatoes are lacking

GMoneyGMoney: My favorite steakhouse is finally in Cincinnati. The food here is great and the staff are always very nice and professional.

Zula Restaurant and Wine Bar is one of The 11 Best Places for Chianti in Cincinnati.

6. Zula Restaurant and Wine Bar

8.0
1400 Race St, Cincinnati, OH
Seafood Restaurant · Over-The Rhine · 25 tips and reviews

Serious EatsSerious Eats: Really friendly service, an approachable menu and solid wine list make this large space (which takes reservations!) a good spot for family gatherings and celebrations.

Wojtek B.Wojtek Bartosik: Excellent mussels and flat breads.

Bob S.Bob St Claire: Terrific. Think big tapas. Get a reservation...this place hops.

A Tavola is one of The 11 Best Places for Chianti in Cincinnati.

7. A Tavola

1220 Vine St. (btwn E 12 & E 13th), Cincinnati, OH
Italian Restaurant · Over-The Rhine · 71 tips and reviews

Serious EatsSerious Eats: A wood grill touches every signature pizza, burger, meatball or vegetable on the menu, so that each dish is simply crafted and pairs well with a small menu of cocktails and thoughtful wines.

Yvonne Y.Yvonne Y: House sausage stuffed dates wrapped in house cured bacon is a MUST! Also try their Margherita pizza with pork shoulder. You won't regret.

Chris W.Chris Wilker: Eggplant sliders. Seriously. That's all you need to know.

Via Vite is one of The 11 Best Places for Chianti in Cincinnati.

8. Via Vite

8.1
520 Vine St (on Fountain Square), Cincinnati, OH
Italian Restaurant · Central Business District · 53 tips and reviews

Meredith H.Meredith Hughes: Happy hour on the patio was absolutely killer! Definitely going back!

Brian H.Brian Harwell: The scallops appetizer, gnocchi entree, and panna cotta dessert were delicious!

Prashant L.Prashant Lad: Good ambience! Very slow in service. Portion size is small for the price.

Clough Crossings is one of The 11 Best Places for Chianti in Cincinnati.

9. Clough Crossings

6.9
6892 Clough Pike, Cincinnati, OH
American Restaurant · 2 tips and reviews

Nellie S.Nellie Schweer: Great Buffalo Chicken Wings grilled not breaded. Thursday night is date night and you can win a $50.00 gift certificate just for stopping in!

David E.David Everson: Buffalo wings are the best in Anderson

Werkhaus Pizza is one of The 11 Best Places for Chianti in Cincinnati.

10. Werkhaus Pizza

7.7
3637 Werk Rd, Cincinnati, OH
Pizzeria · 4 tips and reviews

Aaron M.Aaron McKnight: The stuffed pizza is the best!

Kevin M.Kevin M: Jenn Pies is the sexiest server ever! Talk Spanish to her and she may give you a sucker when you leave!

Grayson S.Grayson Shuler: Excellent deep dish pizza!