The Aperture

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   Dianna

   VIP

   Cincinnati

   36 reviews

   5.0

   36 reviews

   Dined today

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Wow!! Aperture is yet another example of why Cincinnati is truly a foodie city. Very impressed with every not-so-little-detail Chef Jordan Anthony Brown put into this restaurant. The space is modern, yet intimate; the lighting is a perfect balance of mood and softness; even with a completely full restaurant, it was never loud; sitting next to the windows on a cold, rainy night, we never felt any temperature difference; the service from everyone was equally excellent, professional, friendly and attentive. Now, for the food. First, watching the chefs in the open kitchen was entertainment in itself. I could have watched this intimate look into the passion and precision of the preparing, creating, and plating each individual dish all night. Every dish we ordered was uniquely different in its presentation and flavor: simple, yet fresh, curious and delicious with combinations I have not previously encountered. The Fennel sausage pasta was perfect in its sauce distribution, flavor and al dente texture. The Stripped Bass delivered a flaky, crisp fish in an emulsion of light chowder-like sauce-Unexpectedly amazing. The simple fire-heated pita with the eggplant hummus was no less impressive. Thank you Chef Jordan Anthony Brown, and the people that work along side you to remind us how decadent and fun eating can be when made with love and dedication.
   

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   Alaina

   Chicago

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined today

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Waiter suggested for 2 people you get 4 to 6 plates, we got 4 (one from each section) and everything was divine and I was even STUFFED. No room left for dessert!!! We were seated in the middle of the room, and were able to look into the kitchen, very cool. Everyone was dressed very nice, only a few people dressed in hoodies/jeans (don’t be that person pllllleeaaasse) who were seated off to the far corners. Food was rich and flavorful and it was hard to pick a winner. Our favorite was the Spice girl cocktail and the charred carrots.
   

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   Elise

   Cincinnati

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined today

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The Raviola was the best way to end the meal. It was so bright and balanced
   

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   jody

   Cincinnati

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had a great evening out at The Aperture! The food was delicious, and the service was great. The staff were friendly and the atmosphere was energetic and welcoming. Can’t wait to come back!
   

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   Scott

   VIP

   Cincinnati

   17 reviews

   5.0

   17 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Outstanding dining experience! The service was unbelievable and I appreciate the teamwork approach. The food was incredible. Will absolutely go back.
   

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   Caroline

   VIP

   Cincinnati

   7 reviews

   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Best restaurant in Cincinnati right now! Everything was amazing - highly recommend.
   

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   Jordan

   Cincinnati

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great experience. Loved the Mafaldini, and impressive friendly staff
   

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   Lindsey

   Cincinnati

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   So much fun. Beautiful food, beautiful cultural variety of flavors. Sitting near the hearth oven was so much fun to watch. The manager was bubbly. The pacing of our dinner was perfect. The service was there whenever you needed but reasonably distant aswell. I CANT believe this was our 1st visit. Looking forward to the next
   

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   Lisa

   VIP

   Cincinnati

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   First visit for two. Four courses and sat at counter facing out to window. Loved all the food, great service, great vibe. Can’t wait to go back and try the items we didn’t. Easy to park with big lot out back.
   

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    OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Amazing! Service and food were both incredible!
    

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