Nicola's Restaurant

Nicola's Restaurant Contemporary Italian restaurant located in Cincinnati's OTR district. Instagram-
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Located just north of Downtown in Over the Rhine, Cincinnati’s hip and historic neighborhood, Nicola’s Ristorante Italiano has long been a fine dining staple of the city during its 25 years of operation. Owner Nicola Pietoso is known not only for its highly acclaimed contemporary Italian menu, extensive wine list, and a variety of unique dining spaces, but most especially for his restaurant’s long-standing reputation for being warmly hospitable and accommodating.

06/01/2026

Chef Cristian preparing our Insalata Siciliana ✨

Fennel, oranges, baby arugula, taggiasche olives, golden raisins, and cider vinaigrette. A dish inspired by the bright, balanced flavors of Sicily.

A must for the Spring and Summer.

Memorial Day is a time to slow down, gather with family, and honor those who served and sacrificed.All CPIR locations wi...
05/25/2026

Memorial Day is a time to slow down, gather with family, and honor those who served and sacrificed.

All CPIR locations will be closed Monday, May 25 in observance of the holiday.

05/21/2026

Some of the best stories are shared around the table.

We would be honored for that table to be at Nicola’s ✨

Happy Birthday Cristian! 🎈🎁For years, his passion, creativity, and dedication have shaped not only our restaurants, but ...
05/11/2026

Happy Birthday Cristian! 🎈🎁

For years, his passion, creativity, and dedication have shaped not only our restaurants, but the experiences and memories shared within them. From the kitchen to the dining room, his heart has always been centered around bringing people together through hospitality, tradition, and care.

Please join us in wishing Cristian a very Happy Birthday!

Auguri, Cristian

From all of us at,

05/07/2026

An evening in the cellar.

Join us for Nicola’s Wine Tasting Experience, a guided evening in our wine cellar featuring four thoughtfully selected wines, a curated charcuterie board, and a few special touches along the way.

Our first two experiences are available June 10 and June 24.

https://www.nicolasotr.com/wine-tasting-tours/

A new season at Nicola's Spring brings a thoughtful collection of dishes that includes fava bean salad and zuppa di caro...
05/06/2026

A new season at Nicola's

Spring brings a thoughtful collection of dishes that includes fava bean salad and zuppa di carote to rabbit pappardelle, pyramidi ravioli di skate, and seared scallops piccata.

Roasted halibut and domestic lamb rack round out the menu, alongside prime beef filet tartare.

04/17/2026

We loved celebrating 30 years with you 💛

Last night we celebrated 30 years And none of it possible without this team.Thank you to everyone who has been a part of...
04/16/2026

Last night we celebrated 30 years
And none of it possible without this team.

Thank you to everyone who has been a part of our story, past and present, and to our guests who have supported us along the way. ✨

Address

1420 Sycamore Street
Cincinnati, OH
45202

Opening Hours

Monday 5pm - 10pm
Tuesday 5pm - 10pm
Wednesday 5pm - 10pm
Thursday 5pm - 10pm
Friday 5pm - 11pm
Saturday 5pm - 11pm

Telephone

+15137216200

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