Diners' Choice: Best Value restaurants in Cincinnati / Dayton

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for the best value restaurants in Cincinnati / Dayton? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Cafe Mediterranean - Hyde Park

4.9

4.9 (946)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Hyde Park

About the restaurant

At Cafe Mediterranean, we believe in quality and simplicity. We prepare and cook truly authentic Mediterranean food.Not only is Cafe Mediterranean's food healthy, it is food that you will savor with every bite. Food is bursting with flavor and nutrition, made fresh and served fast. Eat in or take out and enjoy.

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SueVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Lamb shank and Iskender kabob were very good as always. Make sure to save room for the pistachio baklava.

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4.9

4.9 (4062)

$30 and under

Italian

Over the Rhine

About the restaurant

INSPIRED BY THE SPIRIT AND SENSE OF HOSPITALITY EXPERIENCED AT SUNDAY SUPPER IN THE HOME OF OUR GRANDPARENTS, PEPP & DOLORES IS A CASUAL ITALIAN RESTAURANT THAT PAYS HOMAGE TO FAMILY AND TO THE FOOD THAT BRINGS PEOPLE TOGETHER. FEATURING HOUSEMADE PASTAS, CAREFULLY CURATED WINES, AND A BALANCE OF CHERISHED FAMILY RECIPES WITH FRESH, VIBRANT FLAVORS THAT MAKE US FEEL: THIS IS HOME.

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Tom and Celeste

Dined 4 days ago

We had lunch reservations for our 47th anniversary. We were immediately seated on arrival, and promptly greeted by our server Mark. He was happy to be part of our celebration, and shared his favorite recommendations on the menu. So many choices! We had spaghetti with Sunday Sauce, butternut squash ravioli, veal cutlets, salad wedge, freshly baked bread, and of course, wine. Everything was delicious. Thanks for making our anniversary a special day! We will definitely be back. T & C Lane

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Oriental Wok - Cincinnati, OH

4.9

4.9 (1375)

$30 and under

Chinese

Cincinnati

About the restaurant

ONLINE RESERVATIONS NOW AVAILABLE

Since 1977, the Wong family's Oriental Wok is favorite choice for traditional Chinese cuisine. Visit Oriental Wok to discover hospitality and a delicious dining experience. Convenient curbside takeout and delivery also available. Order online at orientalwok.com

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Heather

Dined 7 days ago

Wonderful experience and dinner. Our server made the night more enjoyable.

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Artemis Mediterranean Bistro

4.9

4.9 (542)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Montgomery

About the restaurant

New to Cincinnati - Artemis Mediterranean Bistro, authentic Mediterranean cuisine! The owner Mehmet, is from Istanbul Turkey and the dishes presented are full of flavor. Our portions are very generous but I encourage you to save room for one of our amazing desserts like pistachio baklava! We have a very diverse menu to suit everyone’s palette, including vegetarian dishes. We do have a nice selection of wine and a full bar. We do host a lot of large parties for any occasion in either our Wine Room (seats up to 19) or our Event Room (seats 36) . We have hosted parties as large as 130 though. We look forward to serving you and your families soon.

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MarjorieVIP

Dined on Dec 7, 2024

Our dinners were delicious. This was our first time dining here, and we will definitely be back.

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Popular dish

Mediterranean Curry Chicken

Primo Italian Steakhouse

4.7

4.7 (246)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Middletown

About the restaurant

Five simple words comprise Primo Italian mission statement.
Promise to our guest the best experience with our
Responsible team, we promise to
Improvise and make sure we create
Memories on every single
Occasion. PRIMO.

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LydiaVIP

Dined 1 day ago

We held our holiday dinner with our family. The food was very good, however the dessert menu was disappointing as they were out of 2 of the 5 items. Bar service was on the slow side. The food was very good. I would go back for the food and the pricing was very affordable. Hope they up their game on the dessert menu.

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Experience

Happy Hour Every Day 4-6pm

Silas Creative Kitchen

4.9

4.9 (479)

$31 to $50

Farm-to-table

Versailles

About the restaurant

Fresh + Unexpected Dining
Serving up an eclectic mix of globally inspired cocktails, wine and chef-driven cuisine, one would never guess that the key ingredients to Silas's success are sourced from a farm just down the road.

A bright sunlit space by day and a cozy candlelit venue by night, our main dining room makes an impact with contemporary decor and comfortable seating that’s swanky and sophisticated yet approachable to all.

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Michael

Dined 7 days ago

I would like thank you for the wonderful stay. I am , for the first time, going to make a recommendation. My wife and I had a 6:30 reservation , we we arrived at the bar for a cocktail just before 6 O'clock. I waited about 25 min in a line of just 2 people, the bartender completely ignored me several times as I and another customer waited patiently. after 25 minutes it became embarrassing. So I just left with no drinks. This is the second time this has happened at your bar. All other services were extraordinary and perfect. Thanks for listening. See ya next time. Please irreconcilable t

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Experience

Silas Tasting Experience

Mama's on Main

4.8

4.8 (1382)

$31 to $50

Italian

Covington

About the restaurant

Mama's on Main
Offering authentic northern and southern Italian fare, including house-made pastas

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Shawn

Dined 4 days ago

Went basic with lasagna feature and chicken parmesan. Both were outstanding! Red sauce was fantastic. Will return!

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4.9

4.9 (3139)

$31 to $50

American

Tipp City

About the restaurant

This restaurant housed in a former bank building in the heart of downtown Tipp City offers quality dining in a small-town setting. The decor is warm and welcoming and is a delight for the senses. The fireplace creates a cozy atmosphere while the full bar allows patrons a relaxing stop while awaiting a fabulous meal. The inviting atmosphere encourages relaxed conversation. You may be surprised to find that a restaurant in such a small town has some rather sophisticated choices on the menu alongside your more normal fare, with entrees such as ostrich being offered. If you are looking for a decadent dessert, look no further than the butter-drenched English Tea Cake! An easy drive from all points in the Dayton area, words cannot do it justice. A visit is a must and will be the first of many.

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Amanda

Dined 4 days ago

Delicious food and great service! thank you as always

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Popular dish

Crispy Brussel Sprouts

4.8

4.8 (106)

$30 and under

Eastern European

Central Business District

About the restaurant

ARE YOU HUNGRY?

When was the last time you ate?! We’re getting ready to open our doors this summer. We hope you’ll come and sit at our family’s table.

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JaneVIP

Dined 2 days ago

This was our first visit, and it was wonderful, if a bit dark! We needed our flashlight to read the menu. We were not familiar with Ukranian dishes. The server described each of the dishes and wines; she was spot on. We had the borscht which had the right amount of beef and sweet beets with a hint of sauerkraut which was also in the rye perogies. The bit of apple butter with the perogies was a lovely bit of sweetness. The Kvasolya (beans with feta) was flavorful but some of the beans were a bit undercooked. The tomato sauce on the cabbage rolls was neither sweet or acidic which in my opinion is hard to find in Cincinnati. All the dishes were large enough that we had leftovers. We splurged on the cake, Medovik, a layer cake with very light apple-cardamon cream between the layers.

Coach House

4.7

4.7 (369)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Hamilton

About the restaurant

Bringing creative flare and community-driven roots to the growing Hamilton food landscape, the Coach House’s focus on hand-crafted cuisine is distinctive. With seasonal, locally sourced fare, thoughtfully crafted cocktails, mocktails and wines, and an atmosphere that marries fun with sophistication – a seat at our table is an experience you don’t want to miss.

Reservations hold tables for an amount of time based upon the size of your group. Groups sizes 2-5= 1.5 hours, groups 6+ 2.0 hours. Tables sized over 6 people may be seated at separate tables located next to each other.

To offer you the very best dining experience, reservations are recommended for lunch and dinner service. Groups of 6 or more should call for availability.

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FoodieVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Delicious food and excellent service! Loved the salt and pepper calamari!

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Experience

Holly Jolly Brunch

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