Not sure if short- staffed but took 30 minutes to receive drink order, e en after reminding waiter
Mary Beth
Everything was fantastic! Beef bourguignon was amazing and full of flavor. Duck breast was tender and the risotto was great. The Tuscan salad was also delicious. They have a wonderful cocktail menu as well. Our server could not have been nicer and more informative. This was a wonderful experience and a great improvement from several months ago. Keep this chef! And thanks for the reasonable prices too.
Karl
The experience was not very good! I hate when you sit down so close to another couple that it's like you are sitting together. I ordered the chicken. It literally was 3 small chicken tenders with a WHOLE LOT of batter around them. Not good at all! The wine was good and the chili was average. I'll probably never go back here again for food but maybe drinks before/after a show at the Aronoff.
Richard
It was great experiencing the new menu. The specialty Manhattan was outstanding. The crab dip appetizer tasted very good. We shared entrees of the Amish Chicken and Mushroom Risotto. Both meals were very good.
Lindsey
The server was really great but we were the only ones in there and understood why. I enjoy the atmosphere and hope they figure it out! The food was unfortunately subpar for the price. Menu sounds great but execution and flavor was off. Fries were pale and undercooked, even when returned and brought back they still weren't fully cooked. Crab dip was decent but couldn't eat all of it because there's only three small baguette slices that come with it to eat. I was excited for the scallop steak but was a little tough and the bean base tasted like chili so was an odd combo. Our server did help make up for the experience comping some of the food so appreciated that.
Katerina
Unfortunately on New Year's Day, service was terribly slow. We had a 6:00 reservation, and specified we had a show at 7:30 across the street. We were not served our meal until 7:10, and waited an additional 10 minutes for one of the plates. Staff was very apologetic, and preemptively removed that last plate from our bill. Beets and cauliflower were undercooked, but we were too hungry and out of time to have the dishes remade. Was also hoping to enjoy dessert (it also happened to be my birthday) but did not have time. We understand being short staffed on a holiday and tried to be sympathetic, but for a birthday pre-show dinner it did not meet our expectations.
Jan
Metropole is our favorite when visiting downtown. It's proximity to Aronoff is unbeatable. Jeremy took great care of us and we never had to seek him put for questions or ordering. The menu had changed since our last visit. A few minutes reviewing the menu beforehand is the way to go. Our only qualm on past visits was that if you had leftovers, and were headed to the theater, you were out of luck. So, that limited us to either eating after the show, or, pick a different eatery. This is no longer and issue as they now have a dedicated fridge to hold customers bagged and tagged leftovers. THANK YOU METROPOLE! See you soon!!!!!
Scott
Food was late all evening. Server was attentive but kitchen a mess. Entree too late to get to Broadway show. They took the entrees off the bill which was appreciated. Just not what they are known for and what we expected.
Bryan
We got an early seating before Hamilton to beat the rush. The service from the valet to the hostess and server ( Jeremy) were all fantastic. The food was amazing and we got out stuffed and with time to spare to make the show.
Blake
Went prior to seeing Hamilton! Our waiter was good, very knowledgeable and helpful d/t having a person with gluten allergies. The food was ok, had the salmon which was fishy smelling. Usually have great food, maybe just an off day
Another wonderful dinner prior to Broadway show across the street. Having been multiple times, we have thoroughly enjoyed the inventive cocktails and menu offerings. Tuna tartar was absolutely fabulous and not to be missed. Only negative was the accompanying (BBQ??) bean side to the wonderful scallop main dish--tasty but a strange addition to the plate and not a deal breaker. Will definitely return in the future to see what new offerings they have up their sleeves!!
Amy Mercurio
We had the beef cheek ravioli and chicken gnocchi, best thing ever!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Janis
My Cincinnati cousin never thought I'd come visit. But this Thanksgiving week I did. He had tremendous civic pride in everything about Cincinnati, including this restaurant where we dined. I'd go again. To Cincinnati and the Metropole.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bobby
Fine dining quality in a beautiful, yet casual, setting. Dishes are created by chefs, so this is NOT the kind of place where substitutions are accepted. The waitstaff and support staff are attentive, knowledgeable, professional, and stay out of the way (unless you want to engage with them). Highly recommended!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael
I had a bit of a different year this year that led to me deciding to do Thanksgiving alone. I considered cooking at home, but that's no fun, right? I looked up restaurants on OpenTable who were open and Metropole popped up. I've wanted to stay at the 21c hotel but simply hadn't gotten the chance or reason to yet. I felt that this was an excellent way to see what it was like. Metropole is a very beautiful restaurant with a very relaxing atmosphere and ambience. The food was wonderfully presented and very delicious. I would definitely come back again!
Not sure if short- staffed but took 30 minutes to receive drink order, e en after reminding waiter
Everything was fantastic! Beef bourguignon was amazing and full of flavor. Duck breast was tender and the risotto was great. The Tuscan salad was also delicious. They have a wonderful cocktail menu as well. Our server could not have been nicer and more informative. This was a wonderful experience and a great improvement from several months ago. Keep this chef! And thanks for the reasonable prices too.
The experience was not very good! I hate when you sit down so close to another couple that it's like you are sitting together. I ordered the chicken. It literally was 3 small chicken tenders with a WHOLE LOT of batter around them. Not good at all! The wine was good and the chili was average. I'll probably never go back here again for food but maybe drinks before/after a show at the Aronoff.
It was great experiencing the new menu. The specialty Manhattan was outstanding. The crab dip appetizer tasted very good. We shared entrees of the Amish Chicken and Mushroom Risotto. Both meals were very good.
The server was really great but we were the only ones in there and understood why. I enjoy the atmosphere and hope they figure it out! The food was unfortunately subpar for the price. Menu sounds great but execution and flavor was off. Fries were pale and undercooked, even when returned and brought back they still weren't fully cooked. Crab dip was decent but couldn't eat all of it because there's only three small baguette slices that come with it to eat. I was excited for the scallop steak but was a little tough and the bean base tasted like chili so was an odd combo. Our server did help make up for the experience comping some of the food so appreciated that.
Unfortunately on New Year's Day, service was terribly slow. We had a 6:00 reservation, and specified we had a show at 7:30 across the street. We were not served our meal until 7:10, and waited an additional 10 minutes for one of the plates. Staff was very apologetic, and preemptively removed that last plate from our bill. Beets and cauliflower were undercooked, but we were too hungry and out of time to have the dishes remade. Was also hoping to enjoy dessert (it also happened to be my birthday) but did not have time. We understand being short staffed on a holiday and tried to be sympathetic, but for a birthday pre-show dinner it did not meet our expectations.
Metropole is our favorite when visiting downtown. It's proximity to Aronoff is unbeatable. Jeremy took great care of us and we never had to seek him put for questions or ordering. The menu had changed since our last visit. A few minutes reviewing the menu beforehand is the way to go. Our only qualm on past visits was that if you had leftovers, and were headed to the theater, you were out of luck. So, that limited us to either eating after the show, or, pick a different eatery. This is no longer and issue as they now have a dedicated fridge to hold customers bagged and tagged leftovers. THANK YOU METROPOLE! See you soon!!!!!
Food was late all evening. Server was attentive but kitchen a mess. Entree too late to get to Broadway show. They took the entrees off the bill which was appreciated. Just not what they are known for and what we expected.
We got an early seating before Hamilton to beat the rush. The service from the valet to the hostess and server ( Jeremy) were all fantastic. The food was amazing and we got out stuffed and with time to spare to make the show.
Went prior to seeing Hamilton! Our waiter was good, very knowledgeable and helpful d/t having a person with gluten allergies. The food was ok, had the salmon which was fishy smelling. Usually have great food, maybe just an off day
Restaurantji Recommends
Another wonderful dinner prior to Broadway show across the street. Having been multiple times, we have thoroughly enjoyed the inventive cocktails and menu offerings. Tuna tartar was absolutely fabulous and not to be missed. Only negative was the accompanying (BBQ??) bean side to the wonderful scallop main dish--tasty but a strange addition to the plate and not a deal breaker. Will definitely return in the future to see what new offerings they have up their sleeves!!
We had the beef cheek ravioli and chicken gnocchi, best thing ever!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My Cincinnati cousin never thought I'd come visit. But this Thanksgiving week I did. He had tremendous civic pride in everything about Cincinnati, including this restaurant where we dined. I'd go again. To Cincinnati and the Metropole.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fine dining quality in a beautiful, yet casual, setting. Dishes are created by chefs, so this is NOT the kind of place where substitutions are accepted. The waitstaff and support staff are attentive, knowledgeable, professional, and stay out of the way (unless you want to engage with them). Highly recommended!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I had a bit of a different year this year that led to me deciding to do Thanksgiving alone. I considered cooking at home, but that's no fun, right? I looked up restaurants on OpenTable who were open and Metropole popped up. I've wanted to stay at the 21c hotel but simply hadn't gotten the chance or reason to yet. I felt that this was an excellent way to see what it was like. Metropole is a very beautiful restaurant with a very relaxing atmosphere and ambience. The food was wonderfully presented and very delicious. I would definitely come back again!
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