Caruso's Ristorante & Bar

Name: Caruso's Ristorante & Bar
Address: 6765 Dixie Hwy, Fairfield, OH, United States, 45014
Telephone: (513) 889-3210
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

1126 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 27, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 32 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighbourhood gem

Caruso’s is a rebirth of a restaurant that was created by Rakan Shteiwi in the 1979. Many of the original Spinning Fork recipes came from the original Caruso’s which was located in downtown Cincinnati. We look to merge classic and modern flavors inspired by traditional Italian and American Italian cuisines.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of Operation
Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(513) 889-3210
Website
http://carusoscincy.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Braheam Shteiwi
Catering
We offer multiple catering options. Please inquire by visiting our website or calling the restaurant at 513-889-3210 for more information and pricing.
Private party facilities
We have a private dining room that is reservable for 30 people. We also offer rentals of the bar area, and a combination of the bar and private dining room in conjunction. The restaurant is reservable as well. Please inquire by visiting our website or calling the restaurant at 513-889-3210 for more information and pricing.

Location
6765 Dixie Hwy, Fairfield, OH 45014
Neighbourhood
Springdale
Cross Street
Seward
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

MeatballsUS$15.50
Marinara, Parmesan, Whipped Ricotta, Crostini
AranciniUS$13.50
Fried Risotto Balls, Stuffed with Mozzarella & Prosciutto, Served with Marinara & Peppercorn Ranch
Toasted RavioliUS$12.00
Whipped Ricotta & Spinach Filling
Balsamic Brussels SproutsUS$9.00
Flash Fried with Balsamic Reduction and Bacon
PEI MusselsUS$16.00
Sautéed Tomato, Garlic, Herbs, Wine, Saffron Broth, Citrus Butter, Crostini
Shishito PeppersUS$9.00
Blistered, finished with EVOO, salt, lemon aioli

Soup & Salad

House Salad*US$7.00
Romaine, Roma Tomato, Parmesan, Olives, Red Onion, House Dressing
Caruso's Caesar*US$8.00
Romaine, Parmesan, Crispy Bacon, Croutons
Summer Tomato SaladUS$9.50
Heirloom Tomato, Citronette, Burrata, Micro Basil
Arugula Apple SaladUS$9.50
Ranch, Bacon, Bleu Cheese, Pumpkin Seeds, Apple
MinestroneUS$5.00
Vegan, Hearty Vegetables

Wood Fired Pizza

Vegan cheese and Gluten Free Crust Available. +$2 each

Caruso's MargheritaUS$12.00
Marinara, Mozzarella, Fresh Basil
Fig and PigUS$15.00
Fig Jam, Bleu Cheese, Prosciutto, Balsamic Reduction, Arugula, Caramelized Onion
Rick's Spicy Sausage PizzaUS$15.00
Bolognese, Parmesan & Fontinella Cheese, House Made Sausage, Pepper Relish
Italian Meat PizzaUS$15.00
Bolognese, Marinara, Parmesan & Fontinella Cheese Prosciutto, Sopressata
Pepperoni & HoneyUS$14.00
Marinara, Fontinella Cheese, Pepperoni, Honey

Pasta

Linguine ScampiUS$25.00
Shrimp, Prosciutto, Cream, Spring Peas
Campanelle Salsiccia (Spicy Sausage Pasta)US$19.50
House Made Spicy Sausage & Red Sauce, Sauteed Shishitos, Onions, Campanelle
Gnocchi BologneseUS$19.50
Braised Beef and Veal Sauce, Marinara, Parmesan
Papardalle Mushroom RaguUS$19.50
Sherry Wine, Minced Mushroom, Butter, Pecorino Romano
Spaghetti & MeatballsUS$19.50
Marinara, Fresh Basil
Fettuccine Chicken AlfredoUS$19.00
Parmesan Reggiano, marinated Chicken
Pasta di Amalfi (Veggie Pasta)US$17.00
Vegan Tagliatelli, Spinach, Tomato, Garlic, Almonds, Garbanzo
Caccio e PepeUS$18.00
Radiatore, Pecorino, Parmesan, Cracked Pepper

Entrées

Chicken MarsalaUS$24.00
Mushrooms, Marsala, Bleu Cheese Risotto Cakes
Rigatoni RusticaUS$21.00
Rigatoni, Spicy Sausage, Chicken, Shishito Peppers, White Wine Cream Sauce, Baked to Finish
Lasagna con BologneseUS$18.50
Bolognese, Ricotta, Permesean, Pecarino, Provolone, Mozzarella
Bob's Chicken ParmesanUS$22.50
Hand Breaded Chicken, Linguine, Marinara
BranzinoUS$29.00
Sea Bass, Roasted Vegetables, Lemon Cream Sauce
SalmonUS$30.00
Pan Seared, Gnocchi, Parsnip Puree, Roasted Root Vegetables
PorterhouseUS$69.00
32 oz, Cooked to Order, Sliced, Shareable

Sides

Roasted VegetablesUS$8.00
Sicilian Sausage and PeppersUS$11.00
Parmesan Herb FriesUS$7.00
Side PastaUS$9.00
Marinara (Vegan), Alfredo (Vegetarian) | Blush (Vegetarian). Choose One: Fettuccine, Linguine, Rigatoni

Wine List

White Wine - By the Glass

Pinot Grigio, Castello Banfi, Tuscany, ItalyUS$8.25
Sauvignon Blanc, Kim Crawford, Marlborough, New ZealandUS$9.00
Chardonnay, Kendall Jackson, CaliforniaUS$8.00
Moscato d'Asti, Pitulé, ItalyUS$8.00
Riesling, Schmitt Sohne, GermanyUS$7.00
White Sangria, House Blend
- w/ FruitUS$9.00
- CarafeUS$25.00

Sparkling

La Marca Prosecco, Venetto, Italy
- SplitUS$9.00
Nicolas Feuillatte, Champagne, France
- SplitUS$23.00
Fantini Grand Cuvee Rosé, ItalyUS$55.00
Mumm Brut, Champagne, FranceUS$90.00

Sparkling - By the Bottle

Montinore Pinot Gris, Willamette Valley, OregonUS$33.00
Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio, ItalyUS$50.00
Cakebread Sauvignon Blanc, CaliforniaUS$46.00
Pieropan Soave, Italian White Blend, VenetoUS$35.00
Balletto Unoaked Chardonnay, CAUS$39.00
Prisoner Chardonnay Carneros, CAUS$60.00
Donnafugata Anthilia, Blend, SicilyUS$38.00
Comte Lafond Sancerre, FranceUS$64.00

Red Wine - By the Glass

Sweet Lambrusco, Riunite
- SplitUS$6.00
Pinot Noir, Hahn, Sonoma, CaliforniaUS$9.00
Chianti Blend, Monte Antico, TuscanyUS$8.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merf, Columbia Valley, WAUS$7.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Liberty School, CaliforniaUS$10.00
Red Sangria, House Blend
- w/ FruitUS$9.00
- CarafeUS$25.00

Italy - By the Bottle

La Quercia Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, Siena, ItalyUS$34.00
Brolio Chianti Classico DOCG, TuscanyUS$46.00
Lamole di Lamole Chianti DOCG, TuscanyUS$68.00
Gaja Promis, Ca'Marcanda, BolgheriUS$88.00
Giovanni Rosso Barolo DOCG, Piedmont ItalyUS$95.00
Camigliano Brunello di Montalcino, Tuscany, ItalyUS$89.00
Masi Amarone, VenetoUS$90.00
Sassicaia Tenuto San Guido, BolgheriUS$325.00

North America - By the Bottle

Pinot Noir

Willamette Valley Vineyards Pinot Noir, OregonUS$46.00
En Route Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley, CaliforniaUS$60.00
Meiomi Pinot Noir, Sonoma, CaliforniaUS$34.00

Cabernet Sauvignon

Franciscan, Monterey, CAUS$39.00
Text Book, Napa Valley, CAUS$60.00
Austin Hope, Paso Robles, CAUS$65.00
Stags' Leap, Oakville, CAUS$68.00
Post & Beam by Far Niente, Napa Valley, CAUS$80.00
Bella Union, Napa, CAUS$95.00
Groth Cabernet Sauvignon, Oakville, CAUS$120.00

Other Reds

Roth Heritage Blend, CaliforniaUS$42.00
Torbreck Shiraz, South AustraliaUS$46.00

House Cocktails

FlirtiniUS$10.00
Tito's, Chambord, House Made Sour Mix, Pineapple Juice, Prosecco
Espresso MartiniUS$12.00
Espresso, Irish Cream, Kahlua, Amaretto, Shaved Chocolate
Raspberry MargaritaUS$9.00
El Jimador, Triple Sec, Raspberry Purée, House Made Sour Mix, Lime
Brown Sugar Old FashionedUS$11.00
Old Forester, Brown Sugar, Angostura, Orange, Cherry
Rosemary LemonadeUS$10.50
Tito's, Elderflower Liqueur, House Made Sour Mix, Rosemary
Moscow MuleUS$10.00
Tito's, House Made Lime Juice, Ginger Beer

Beer

Draft

Bud LightUS$4.25
PeroniUS$6.25
Mich UltraUS$4.25
Rhingeist Truth IPAUS$7.00
StellaUS$6.25
Blue MoonUS$6.25
Rhingeist Juicy IPAUS$7.00
Founders Dark PorterUS$7.00

Bottles

Miller LightUS$4.25
BudweiserUS$4.25
HeinekenUS$5.75

Scotch

Balvenie 12US$21.00
Chivas RegalUS$12.00
DewarsUS$10.50
Glenlivet 12US$10.00
Glenmorangie 10US$12.00
J. Walker BlackUS$14.00
J. Walker BlueUS$56.00
Macallan 12US$23.50

Cognac

Grand MarnierUS$11.50
Hennessey XOUS$56.00
Remy Martin 1738US$17.50
Remy Martin VSOPUS$12.50

Bourbon

Angel's EnvyUS$14.00
Basil HaydenUS$13.00
BulleitUS$8.00
Bulleit RyeUS$10.00
CalumetUS$12.00
Elijah CraigUS$9.50
Four Roses Sg BarrelUS$15.00
Four Roses Sm BatchUS$10.00
F.S. LarcenyUS$10.00
Gentlemen JackUS$13.00
Jefferson's RyeUS$23.00
Jefferson's ReserveUS$16.50
Knob CreekUS$11.50
Long BranchUS$11.00
Maker's MarkUS$13.00
Old Forester 1870US$11.00
Old Forester 1897US$12.50
Old Forester 1910US$11.00
Weller AntiqueUS$14.00
Weller Special RSVUS$9.00
Whistlepig 6 YrUS$12.00
Whistlepig 15US$79.00
Woodford ReserveUS$11.00

What 1,126 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Cincinnati / Dayton
Italian
Cincinnati
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Caruso's Ristorante & Bar delivers "best fresh made every day food" with authentic Italian flavors. Guests rave about "great food and large portions," "fantastic service," and "wonderful atmosphere." The Wednesday half-price wine list is a highlight. Despite occasional service hiccups, Caruso's remains a "hidden gem" worth visiting for a memorable dining experience.

1,127 Reviews

J
Johnathan
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We absolutely love Caruso’s - it’s a gem and everything we’ve ever had or tried has been phenomenal. It’s an absolute must try, especially if you’re in the mood for homemade Italian. The Chicken Parmesan is fantastic, all of the pasta dishes are incredible (especially the Rigatoni Rustica and Linguine Scampi) and my wife tried the salmon last night and it was cooked perfectly and came with an amazing risotto. We’re working our way through the whole menu, but I honestly can’t stop ordering the Chicken Parmesan. Seriously, you need to put Caruso’s at the top of your list - it’s a contender for the best overall restaurant around!
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Darneesha
VIP
Cincinnati
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Drastically different experience between first opening until now. First, I note there is a new chef because the food doesn’t taste the same. The porterhouse used to be a signature dish cooked to perfection and we met the chef he was amazing. I know he’s not cooking that steak anymore. During this visit, we experienced a high gnat count which I’ve noticed increasing over time. It’s winter, gnats should be dying down. Our waitress treated everyone around us well but didn’t provide us the same treatment. She never brought the bread we ordered, we had to ask again. She put bacon on our salad even though we asked for no bacon bc we don’t eat it. A portion of our food was ordered blackened but was burnt and in the end, she tossed boxes on our table for us to pack our own food when boxing is a signature service at this restaurant. I could do it myself but she boxed everyone else’s food around us. Also, for what we ordered and received the price was way too high. We are regulars unbeknownst to this waitress but we will likely not return. Sad bc they are in the neighborhood and we would like to support but the service has gone down hill and so has the service. The wait staff changes too frequently. The regular staff is efficient but each time we get someone newer the service isn’t consistent and I don’t know how they lost that chef but just know, the regulars notice and he was a gem in our city. Do better and speak with your staff on consistency. I won’t say what I thought was happening but well….we are no longer regulars.
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Karen
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Homey non-chain vibe. Good food and attentive service.
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Lori
Cincinnati
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
great place to meet up with friends. merry Christmas
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Lisa
Cincinnati
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A great dinner and great service really enjoyed the meal and service
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Aaron
Cincinnati
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
food was great and the service was good as well, cant wait to go back
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Rob
VIP
Cincinnati
177 reviews
5.0
177 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great house made pasta in an old school Italian atmosphere. Service is excellent.
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Greg
Cincinnati
19 reviews
4.0
19 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We have driven by here for years, always saying we should go. Well, we finally did and it was well worth it. The pig and fig pizza was amazing!
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David
VIP
Cincinnati
41 reviews
5.0
41 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
we always enjoy Caruso’s. It’s a good experience and a consistent one. Our server did a great job and the food was as good as we always experience. We find ourselves indulging on the bread to excess and leaving us with a challenge to finish our really good entrées, great place for an evening out.
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Tina
Cincinnati
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was delicious. It was the first time we had gone there and it didn't disappoint. We definitely will go back
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FAQs

Caruso's Ristorante & Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (513) 889-3210.

Caruso's Ristorante & Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 1126 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 27, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 32 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Caruso's Ristorante & Bar

6765 Dixie Hwy, Fairfield, OH 45014

Additional information

Cross Street
Seward
Neighbourhood
Springdale
Hours of Operation
Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Braheam Shteiwi
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

Website
http://carusoscincy.com/
Phone number
(513) 889-3210
Catering
We offer multiple catering options. Please inquire by visiting our website or calling the restaurant at 513-889-3210 for more information and pricing.
Private party facilities
We have a private dining room that is reservable for 30 people. We also offer rentals of the bar area, and a combination of the bar and private dining room in conjunction. The restaurant is reservable as well. Please inquire by visiting our website or calling the restaurant at 513-889-3210 for more information and pricing.

Caruso's Ristorante & Bar

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Appetizers

MeatballsUS$15.50

AranciniUS$13.50

Toasted RavioliUS$12.00

Balsamic Brussels SproutsUS$9.00

PEI MusselsUS$16.00

Shishito PeppersUS$9.00

Soup & Salad

House Salad*US$7.00

Caruso's Caesar*US$8.00

Summer Tomato SaladUS$9.50

Arugula Apple SaladUS$9.50

MinestroneUS$5.00

Wood Fired Pizza

Caruso's MargheritaUS$12.00

Fig and PigUS$15.00

Rick's Spicy Sausage PizzaUS$15.00

Italian Meat PizzaUS$15.00

Pepperoni & HoneyUS$14.00

Pasta

Linguine ScampiUS$25.00

Campanelle Salsiccia (Spicy Sausage Pasta)US$19.50

Gnocchi BologneseUS$19.50

Papardalle Mushroom RaguUS$19.50

Spaghetti & MeatballsUS$19.50

Fettuccine Chicken AlfredoUS$19.00

Pasta di Amalfi (Veggie Pasta)US$17.00

Caccio e PepeUS$18.00

Entrées

Chicken MarsalaUS$24.00

Rigatoni RusticaUS$21.00

Lasagna con BologneseUS$18.50

Bob's Chicken ParmesanUS$22.50

BranzinoUS$29.00

SalmonUS$30.00

PorterhouseUS$69.00

Sides

Roasted VegetablesUS$8.00

Sicilian Sausage and PeppersUS$11.00

Parmesan Herb FriesUS$7.00

Side PastaUS$9.00

Wine List

White Wine - By the Glass

Pinot Grigio, Castello Banfi, Tuscany, ItalyUS$8.25

Sauvignon Blanc, Kim Crawford, Marlborough, New ZealandUS$9.00

Chardonnay, Kendall Jackson, CaliforniaUS$8.00

Moscato d'Asti, Pitulé, ItalyUS$8.00

Riesling, Schmitt Sohne, GermanyUS$7.00

White Sangria, House Blend

Sparkling

La Marca Prosecco, Venetto, Italy

Nicolas Feuillatte, Champagne, France

Fantini Grand Cuvee Rosé, ItalyUS$55.00

Mumm Brut, Champagne, FranceUS$90.00

Sparkling - By the Bottle

Montinore Pinot Gris, Willamette Valley, OregonUS$33.00

Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio, ItalyUS$50.00

Cakebread Sauvignon Blanc, CaliforniaUS$46.00

Pieropan Soave, Italian White Blend, VenetoUS$35.00

Balletto Unoaked Chardonnay, CAUS$39.00

Prisoner Chardonnay Carneros, CAUS$60.00

Donnafugata Anthilia, Blend, SicilyUS$38.00

Comte Lafond Sancerre, FranceUS$64.00

Red Wine - By the Glass

Sweet Lambrusco, Riunite

Pinot Noir, Hahn, Sonoma, CaliforniaUS$9.00

Chianti Blend, Monte Antico, TuscanyUS$8.00

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merf, Columbia Valley, WAUS$7.00

Cabernet Sauvignon, Liberty School, CaliforniaUS$10.00

Red Sangria, House Blend

Italy - By the Bottle

La Quercia Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, Siena, ItalyUS$34.00

Brolio Chianti Classico DOCG, TuscanyUS$46.00

Lamole di Lamole Chianti DOCG, TuscanyUS$68.00

Gaja Promis, Ca'Marcanda, BolgheriUS$88.00

Giovanni Rosso Barolo DOCG, Piedmont ItalyUS$95.00