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Safi Wine Bar, Cincinnati, OH

Safi Wine Bar

4.7
4.7
26 Reviews
$30 and under
Moroccan

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2 people
19:00
Booked 9 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for fine wines
Safi is an exciting new concept from the renowned Chef Jose Salazar and his wife, Ann Salazar. Inspired by their travels in Morocco, Safi features a diverse selection of small plates, an extensive wine list, unique cocktails, beers, tea, and coffee. We welcome walk-in guests in our cozy lounge with ample seating at our bar and on our inviting 14th Street Patio. We look forward to welcoming you to Safi!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Moroccan, Wine Bar, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed, Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri 17:00–23:00 Sat 12:00–23:00 Sun 12:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (513) 763-1201
  • Website
    http://www.safiwinebar.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Jose Salazar
  • Location
    1401 Republic St, Cincinnati, OH 45202
  • Area
    Over the Rhine
  • Cross Street
    14th Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    We are one block away from the Washington Park Street Car stop.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options

Menu

SMALL PLATES

  • WARM MARINATED OLIVESUS$7.00

    • MOROCCAN SPICED ALMONDSUS$7.00

      • MEDJOOL DATES + CABRA AL VINO CHEESEUS$15.00

        • SHAVED DUCK SALAMIUS$15.00

          • KELUGA CAVIAR (30 grams)US$85.00

            sumac dusted potato chips, red onions, and creme fraiche

            • add 3oz cremant rosé +US$8.00

          • KELUGA CAVIAR “BUMP” (8 grams)US$20.00

            • ZALOUKUS$13.00

              eggplant and tomato compote with housemade Moroccan bread

              • HARISSA ROASTED CARROTSUS$13.00

                local salad greens, chickpeas, chermoula vinaigrette

                • SPANISH GOURMET TINNED SARDINESUS$16.00

                  Moroccan bread crostini, marinated cucumber, preserved orange, hummus

                  • BEEF KEFTAUS$14.00

                    grass-fed ground beef skewers with yogurt sauce and herb salad

                    • OCTOPUS ALA PLANCHAUS$22.00

                      fire-roasted chermoula, herbs, pine nuts, zucchini

                      • CHICKEN PASTILLA “CIGARS”US$14.00

                        preserved lemon sauce

                        • LAMB TAGINE (serves 2)US$39.00

                          slow-cooked lamb shank, hand-rolled cous-cous, seasonal vegetables, preserved lemon, green harissa

                          SWEETS

                          • BRIWAT (4)US$10.00

                            Moroccan almond pastry

                            • TRUFFLES (4)US$10.00

                              dark chocolate-cinnamon, cardamom

                              Last updated: 29 May 2024

                              What 26 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
                              • 4.8Ambience
                              • 4.6Value

                              Noise • Moderate

                              Diners' Choice Awards

                              • Cincinnati / Dayton

                                Innovative

                              • Cincinnati / Dayton

                                Great for fine wines

                              • Cincinnati

                                Innovative

                              • Cincinnati

                                Great for fine wines

                              Review summary

                              AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                              Safi Wine Bar offers an exceptional dining experience with "excellent food quality" and "attentive, knowledgeable staff." The cozy atmosphere, unique wine list, and delightful Moroccan dishes make it a must-visit. Highlights include the Lamb Tagine, almond pastries, and a creative menu with standout flavors. "Can't wait to go again!"

                              26 Reviews

                              1. Nancy

                                VIP

                                Cincinnati

                                23 reviews

                                5.0

                                23 reviews

                                Dined 5 days ago

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Excellent evening top to bottom. Wonderful service and food!

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                              2. Stephen

                                London

                                2 reviews

                                5.0

                                2 reviews

                                Dined on 9 December 2024

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 4
                                Food was excellent. Service was friendly and engaged. Ambiance was cozy. End of review.

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                              3. John

                                Cincinnati

                                78 reviews

                                5.0

                                78 reviews

                                Dined on 8 December 2024

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 4
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Safi is an intimate place offering a limited number of high quality dishes. We greatly enjoyed the carrot salad, dates & cheese, octopus, wine and desert pastry. Well done again. Bravo.

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                              4. Deanna

                                VIP

                                Charleston

                                120 reviews

                                4.0

                                120 reviews

                                Dined on 7 December 2024

                                1. Overall 4
                                2. Food 4
                                3. Service 4
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Our first time here. Cocktails were lovely! Loved the Manhattan! Also great wine selection, loved the syrah from Morocco! Food good too! We loved the sardines and the sliders and the octopus! Love the decor!

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                              5. Christina

                                VIP

                                Cincinnati

                                50 reviews

                                4.0

                                50 reviews

                                Dined on 7 December 2024

                                1. Overall 4
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 2
                                4. Ambience 5
                                We loved what has been done to transform this space. Love the Morrocan feel and booths with all the pillows. The creative cocktails and delicious food will have us return. The server was the only downside of our visit. She brought 3 of our 4 drinks, then left the 4th at the bar for over 5 minutes (we were sitting by it), having went by it at least 2 or 3 times. We finally asked her for it. Then she rushed us through our meal - 45 minutes for 6 dishes, 5 drinks and 4 people is a record for me at a restaurant like this. I understand this is a wine bar vs high end dining, but that evokes a more casual, lingering atmosphere - not the rush to get us in and out. I hope the service improves because we sincerely loved the food and hope to return.

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                              6. Brian

                                Cincinnati

                                6 reviews

                                5.0

                                6 reviews

                                Dined on 5 December 2024

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                All of the food was fantastic. Wines were great too. Our server was very helpful and knowledgeable.

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                              7. Joe

                                VIP

                                Cincinnati

                                11 reviews

                                5.0

                                11 reviews

                                Dined on 5 December 2024

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Food was amazing as expected from Chef Jose. Such a cute comfortable place. Staff was very helpful and friendly.

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                              8. Jean-Aymeri

                                Montreal

                                23 reviews

                                5.0

                                23 reviews

                                Dined on 1 December 2024

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Fantastic 😍 will be back for more. Great wine selection

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                              9. Jerry

                                VIP

                                Cincinnati

                                3 reviews

                                5.0

                                3 reviews

                                Dined on 29 November 2024

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Safi is a hidden gem in Cincinnati. With an eclectic menu that is always expertly prepared and delicious to the talented bartenders (Morgan being a personal favorite) and the quiet dining room ambiance, Safi does not miss a step. Whether you want a drink, snack, or full meal, Safi is the place to go to get out of the noise and enjoy a dining experience.

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                              10. Shelly

                                VIP

                                Cincinnati

                                24 reviews

                                5.0

                                24 reviews

                                Dined on 27 November 2024

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                This is a small, cozy, warm and inviting spot on Republic. Our server was Corey and he was engaging and friendly and attentive without being overbearing. We absolutely loved him. We ordered the marinated olives, spiced almonds (addicting!), the dates and cheese, daily special oysters and burger, the tinned sardines and the beef kafta. Literally everything was fantastic! The wine selections are unique and really nice. The desserts (almond pastries and truffles) were the perfect sweet. Whatever you do, order tea service! Delicious! This place overall was outstanding!!

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                              Safi Wine Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 26 OpenTable diners.

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                              2 people
                              19:00
                              Booked 9 times today
                              Google Map for Safi Wine Bar

                              1401 Republic St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

                              Dining areas

                              Additional information

                              • Cross Street
                                14th Street
                              • Area
                                Over the Rhine
                              • Hours of Operation
                                Wed, Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri 17:00–23:00 Sat 12:00–23:00 Sun 12:00–21:00
                              • Price
                                $30 and under
                              • Cuisines
                                Moroccan, Wine Bar, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
                              • Dining style
                                Casual Dining
                              • Dress code
                                Casual Dress
                              • Parking details
                                Street Parking
                              • Public transit
                                We are one block away from the Washington Park Street Car stop.
                              • Payment Options
                                AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                              • Executive Chef
                                Chef Jose Salazar
                              • Additional
                                Gluten-free Options
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