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The Aperture, Cincinnati, OH

The Aperture

4.7
4.7
287 Reviews
$50 and over
Market Cuisine
900 E McMillan St, Cincinnati, OH 45206-2008

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2 people
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19:00
Booked 18 times today

About this restaurant

  • Innovative
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
The Aperture, the first full-scale restaurant project from Chef Jordan Anthony-Brown. The menu reflects the concept of Mediterranean mezze style dining, consisting of many small plates, rustic in nature and reflective of seasonality and creates a natural progression and flow for the dining experience. The Aperture’s menu reflects three fundamental tenets: intention, balance, and focus. The menu - and its individual dishes - are approached with the objective of putting critical thought into every component, eliminating the extraneous, and ensuring a natural flow across the menu. The culinary program is heavily influenced by the cuisine of the broader Mediterranean region and the simple, seasonal cooking of Southern France, Italy, Greece, and the Levant.

Our menu changes often and with the seasons. You can always find our current menu on our website www.theaperturecinci.com.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Market Cuisine, Mediterranean, Crossover
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    JORDAN ANTHONY BROWN

What 287 people are saying

The Aperture reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Cincinnati / Dayton

    Innovative

  • Cincinnati

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Aperture offers a unique dining experience with "original and brilliant" cuisine. The atmosphere is "modern yet inviting," and the service is "intuitive" and "impeccable." Signature dishes like the sweet potato and eggplant hummus are highlighted. Despite some noise concerns, it remains a "gem" in Cincinnati's culinary scene, worth returning for.
287 Reviews
  1. sarah

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best restaurant I ever dined at. The blend of flavors is truly unique, with each dish offering a harmonious balance that both surprises and delights the palate.
    The ApertureResponded today
    Sarah, Thank you so much for the positive feedback. Our kitchen takes a lot of pride in the unique flavors they are able to curate. To make note of the harmony of what we are trying to accomplish here is the highest compliment one can make. So thank you for that. We are so happy to hear that The Aperture has left an impression on you. We look forward to serving you again soon. Take Care. Best, The Aperture Management Team

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Cleveland1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food, great atmosphere, lovely service. Overall such an amazing experience. Will definitely be back.
    The ApertureResponded today
    Thank you for the stars and for your glowing review. From start to finish we are happy to hear that you loved The Aperture. We hope to serve you again soon. Take Care. Warm Regards, The Aperture Management Team

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  3. TylerR VIP

    Cincinnati1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food prepared for us was absolutely delicious. Every dish improved on the other. And our server, Jeremy, guided us to excellent choices. We can’t wait until our dining experience at The Aperture.
    The ApertureResponded today
    Thank you for taking the time to write this review. We are so happy that you enjoyed yourself at The Aperture. Jeremy has hospitality always at the forefront of his mind and we are lucky to have him. Please join us again soon for another dinner out on the town. Have a great weekend! Warmest Regards, The Aperture Management Team

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  4. Terry VIP

    Cincinnati18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous and inventive food, attentive and friendly service, low key atmosphere. There is absolutely nothing not to love here. We will definitely be back.
    The ApertureResponded today
    Terry, Thank you for dining with us and for taking the time to write this review. We are so happy to hear that you loved everything from the service to the food. Thank you for your recommendation and we hope to serve you again soon. Best, The Aperture Management Team

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  5. Doug

    Cincinnati2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Took our tech exec who cooks like a chef daughter visiting from New York, she gives Aperture high marks. Depth of flavor in every dish, high end service and superb food, like nothing else we have found in SW Ohio. A very worthwhile splurge. Definitely returning, well worth the drive from Centerville.

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  6. Keith

    Cincinnati2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the moment we stepped through the door, we were captivated by the restaurant’s sleek, elegant ambiance—modern yet inviting, with every detail curated for a refined dining experience. The culinary creativity on display was truly impressive. Each dish was both inventive and impeccably executed, showcasing a mastery of flavor, presentation, and innovation. Our server elevated the evening even further. Attentive without being intrusive, knowledgeable, and genuinely enthusiastic about the menu, they ensured every detail was flawless. It’s rare to find a combination of exceptional cuisine and top-tier service in such a stylish setting. Highly recommend.

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  7. Glenn

    Chicago8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant provides not only first-rate food; its whole conception of cuisine is original and brilliant. the combination of different ingredients, textures, and tastes is extraordinarily risky and always successful. we had not only a great meal there; we had a unique meal. may this restaurant continue to venture and to succeed!
    The ApertureResponded today
    Glenn, We can't thank you enough for your well wishes in our restaurant endeavors. We are so proud you enjoyed the innovation behind our menu, it is a driving force here at The Aperture. We appreciate you noticing all of the care that the kitchen puts into each and every dish. We always say the service should match the incredible food. We are so happy to know that it did. Thank you for the recommendation and we hope to have you in again for another dining experience very soon. Warm Regards, The Aperture Management Team

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  8. kimberly VIP

    New York City50 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A lovely experience. The food was successfully creative. As someone who appreciates traditional cuisine I’m a bit hard on crazy concoctions. But flavor profiles , texture, presentation all unexpected but delicious. We ate at the bar and liked the cozy experience.

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  9. SANDY

    Cincinnati6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food and service. The menu is so creative, and the service was impeccable. Great cocktails, too. We will definitely be back!

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  10. Mark

    Cincinnati1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 4 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dish description on the menu is a bit vague, but trust the kitchen-the food is fantastic!

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The Aperture is rated 4.7 stars by 287 OpenTable diners.

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900 E McMillan St, Cincinnati, OH 45206-2008

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Gilbert & McMillan
  • Area
    Cincinnati
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Market Cuisine, Mediterranean, Crossover
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Executive Chef
    JORDAN ANTHONY BROWN
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