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The Davidson, Cincinnati, OH

The Davidson

4.7 (710)
$31 to $50
American
501 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202

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2 people
19:00
Booked 57 times today

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
  • Hot spot
An American-style bistro drawing inspiration from French, Italain and American fare. The Davidson, which honors Tyler Davidson, the namesake of the fountain just across the street.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, French American, Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 710 people are saying

The Davidson 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Davidson offers a lively dining experience in downtown Cincinnati with "great service" and "delicious food." Standout dishes include the eggplant appetizer, fondue, and mushroom bisque. Although the ambiance can be noisy, the vibrant atmosphere is complemented by a "fun and festive" setting. Ideal for pre-show dinners or celebrations.
710 Reviews
  1. Maggie

    Charlotte1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Kristen was amazing! She did not miss any details when it comes to menus gave great recommendations and did not disappoint! Great meal for our first night exploring Cincinnati. The scallops were 10/10

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  2. Mark

    Cincinnati6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great window seat. A very good knowledgeable waitress. Beautiful decor.

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  3. Robert

    Chicago21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We are at the bar and the bar tender was fantastic - so was the food

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  4. Hannah VIP

    Cincinnati6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every time we go we have even more delicious food. Can’t go wrong with any menu item! My boyfriend said it may have been the best birthday dinner of his life!

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  5. Shane VIP

    Columbus21 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall a very disappointing experience. The pork chop was extremely raw / undercooked. The server was too busy, we had multiple people waiting on the table. There was one bite out of the pork chop when someone quickly came by and grabbed our plates without even acknowledging the pork chop was still 99% in tact. Most people should recognize and acknowledge that. I mentioned it to a manager that came by and they didn’t seem to concerned about it. Kind of ironic that our first experience here close to when they opened wasn’t great. Against my better judgment we tried yet again however to be reminded of the poor experience. The perception is this is a higher upscale restaurant however this hasn’t been our experience.
    The DavidsonResponded today
    Hello Shane, Thank you for your thoughtful feedback. I am sorry that your experience didn’t reflect the hospitality and care we aim to provide to every guest. The pork chop, the rushed service, and the lack of acknowledgment aren’t just missteps, they are missed opportunities to make you feel valued and taken care of. That’s not the standard we hold ourselves to. I am especially sorry this was your second visit with similar results. I would be grateful for the chance to make this right. Please reach out to me directly so we can personally invite you back and ensure your next experience is one that reflects our true intentions. Warm Regards, Bradford Conroy General Manager

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  6. Dr Steve VIP

    Louisville8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice restaurant. Good food. Great service. Close to everything downtown Cincy.

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  7. susan VIP

    Cincinnati47 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    First time diners at Davidson. Went for my daughters birthday. Main complaint, couldn't hear the waitress or other two people I was with. I was miserable. Value is not godd, $19 for cheese, burnt bread and apple slices is crazy. Waitress asked if we were celebrating anything and I said yes, my daughter's birthday. She did NOT offer any free drink or dessert.. Not sure if Davidson offers anything, but then why did she ask. Will not be back to this restaurant.

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  8. Jamie VIP

    New York City16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best meals I had while in Cincinnati. The fondue and the chicken were standout dishes. Service was great!

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  9. Jonathan VIP

    Columbus3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent all the way around. My number 2 restaurant in Cincinnati

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  10. David

    Kansas City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 19 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place! Highly recommend the eggplant and pasta.

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The Davidson is rated 4.7 stars by 710 OpenTable diners.

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  3. Cincinnati / Dayton
  4. Cincinnati
  5. Central Business District

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2 people
19:00
Booked 57 times today
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501 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Additional information

  • Area
    Central Business District
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, French American, Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
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