Prime Cincinnati

4.5

3280 Reviews

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

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2 people

Mar 17, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 25 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Fancy
Charming

Welcome to Prime Cincinnati, where exceptional cuisine and unparalleled service come together. Delight in our premium Certified Angus Beef® steaks and the freshest seafood, expertly paired with a curated selection of fine bourbons, handcrafted cocktails, and a carefully chosen wine list.

Reservations Recommended.

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Additional information

Location
580 Walnut St Ste 100, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Phone number
(513) 579-0720
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Seafood, Wine Bar
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–8:00 pm
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Public Parking available @580 building - Entrances on Main and WalnutParking also available at the Fountain Square garage
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Shawn Heine
Delivery & takeout
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Experiences

Two Course Theater Menu
US$55.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Enjoy an elegant experience with our curated two-course dinner, available Sunday through Thursday from 4-6 pm. For just $55, savor a thoughtfully crafted menu that offers both refined flavors and impeccable service, ensuring a memorable dining experience before your evening unfolds.
Sip & Savor Thursdays
Multiple dates available
Every Thursday, enjoy 50% off bottles of wine priced at $100 or less and 25% off bottles over $101. Enhance your evening with our expertly crafted signature and seasonal cocktails, available for just $12—an elegant addition to your dining experience at Prime Cincinnati.
Agave & Eats: A Five-Course Tequila Pairing Dinner
US$150.00 per person
Mar 28, 2025 only
Join us for an unforgettable evening of fine dining and exceptional tequila at our five-course Tequila dinner featuring Partida Tequila. Start the night with a handcrafted welcome cocktail before exploring four expertly selected tequila pours that showcase the depth and craftsmanship of the Partida brand. Each tequila is thoughtfully paired with a five-course dinner curated by Director of Culinary Shawn Heine and Executive Chef Alec Robbins, designed to enhance the unique flavors of each pour. This exclusive dining experience is perfect for tequila enthusiasts and food lovers alike. Reserve your seat and indulge in a night of agave excellence!

Private dining

Offers

Mid-Week Martinis $9
Multiple dates available
Wed - 4:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Make your mid-week marvelous. Enjoy four classic martinis at $9 each all day long. Live music in our lounge accompanies the experience starting at 6pm.
Now offering Lounge menu
Multiple dates available
Sun - 3:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.,Mon - 4:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.,Tue - Thu - 4:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.,Fri - 4:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.,Sat - 3:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Our lounge menu is available in the bar, lounge and patio area. Please visit OpenTable for menu offerings.

What 3,280 people are saying

Prime Cincinnati reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Prime Cincinnati delivers "great food and awesome service," making it a must-visit spot. Patrons rave about the "amazing steaks," "impeccable service," and the "perfect pre-theatre dinner option." The knowledgeable staff, including standout servers like Mario, enhance the "inviting and sophisticated ambiance." Ideal for special occasions and business lunches alike.

3,280 Reviews

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Steven VIP
London6 reviews
1.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
I can't think of a time that I have ever given 1 star to a steakhouse. My job enables me to travel around the United States and I have the the opportunity of eating in the finest steakhouses around the country and know what a great steakhouse or even a good steakhouse should be. I was looking forward to trying Prime as I have eaten in other steakhouses in Cincinatti and wanted to try something new, but was very disappointed at a very high price. I was there on a Saturday night, prime dining time, so it wasn't an off night situation. The staff was pleasant and accommodating, but the restaurant was towards the empty side, so I'm not sure what the service would have been like had it been more crowded. I ordered the dry aged KC Strip and the loaded tater tot rounds. First thing, both arrived on the same plate, which is unusual in a steak house as sides tend to come separately so that they can be temperature regulated differently. The tater tots were cool, soggy and somewhat tasteless, not crisp at all. I asked for my steak to be cooked Medium Rare Plus, now I don't know if the server misunderstood my order or the kitchen got it wrong, but the steak came out fully rare just outside of the edge, somewhat slimly and far more fat than what you should see on an $89 dry aged strip. I am not someone to send something back as it tends to come back overdone. There was also a back taste that was somewhat off putting and couldn't detect if it was related to the oven or the dry aging process, which I have not detected at other steak houses. The steak was also very chewy and required more effort than a traditional dry aged steak (I've had enough to know). I left, not wanting to try desert, tipped the server well and when I received my review request from Open Table thought I should add my comments. A middle range steakhouse I would give 2-3 stars, so its really unusual to give a high end steakhouse 1 star. I won't be returning.
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John
Cincinnati59 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We loved eating and celebrating my birthday at Prime. The food was excellent and the service was topnotch.
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Mike
Cincinnati15 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was our first time at Prime and we loved everything about it. Will definitely be back!
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John VIP
Cincinnati9 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Meat was not very good. Great service. Overpriced.
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William VIP
Cincinnati18 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the few palces in Downtown to have a nice business lunch. Great menu selection and delicious food.
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kim VIP
Cincinnati7 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Dinner was fantastic and our server Grace was outstanding.
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Mimi1NY VIP
New York City13 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
It was our first time.?The steak was cooked to order. And have been one of the best I have ever. Our server Mario was fantastic. He is an excellent and attentive waiter. Kudos to him.
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Connie0603 VIP
Cincinnati33 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very good food. Incredible service from Mario. Didn't care for the area we sat in ( great for party or families but too bright and busy for date/ romantic night). However, this was my own fault for booking so late. Everything was great in the end. Stopped by the bar before heading out to watch live music. Bar was very nice.
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OpenTable Diner
Cincinnati4 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our first time dining at Prime. We were very impressed. Our served Michael was amazing. The food was perfect! We will be back!!!!
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Mark
Cincinnati10 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 6, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Excellent spot for a business lunch. Atmosphere is nice. The menu is straight forward with plenty of selections.
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FAQs

Prime Cincinnati offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (513) 579-0720.

Prime Cincinnati is rated 4.5 stars by 3280 OpenTable diners.

Prime Cincinnati does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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