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Palomino - Cincinnati Reviews List

Palomino - Cincinnati

Palomino is a vibrant restaurant, bar and rotisserie famous for its style, hardwood fired Mediterranean cooking and versatile, imaginative menu. Guests appreciate Palomino’s gracious hospitality and talented staff for their unsurpassed enthusiasm, friendliness and skill. Palomino offers an experience that makes guests feel great at a pleasing value.
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319 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4 / 5
(319 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 319 reviews
5 stars
(117)
4 stars
(120)
3 stars
(57)
2 stars
(18)
1 star
(7)
Food 
4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4 / 5
Service 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Ambiance 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Noise Level
2.2 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • scenic view(176)
  • special occasion(153)
  • romantic(105)
  • fit for foodies(89)
  • good for groups(85)
  • great for lunch(70)
Palomino - Cincinnati Reviews List
Review 1 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/17/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"SPECIAL OCCASION AND THEY DID A REALLY GOOD JOB"
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: notable wine list, scenic view, special occasion
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Review 2 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Good appetizers, good wine list

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Dined on 5/15/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The gorgonzola potatoes were delicious, however, whereas I was expecting either mashed or sliced potatoes, these were essentially fries drizzled in gorgonzola sauce and crumbled cheese. The appetizer pizza was also quite good though way too salty! The wine list was good, and the "half prize bottles" of wine special brought the cost down to somewhat reasonable for a restaurant. We only had those two menu items and a bottle of wine, so I'm unable to comment further on the main menu of food."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list
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Review 3 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service/Food

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Dined on 5/15/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The Chicken Marsala was delicious. Thomas is an excellent server!"
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 4 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/13/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food a service were very good. The food did take a very long time considering the resturant was not very busy. Our server was very good and took care of use the entire time."
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 5 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Mother's Day Brunch

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I'm a frequent flyer at Palomino. This Mother's Day I took my neighbor to brunch.....we usually meet once a month in the bar area for Happy Hour but this was special. The buffet was delicious except for the chicken marsala which was cold and bland. Everything else was superb. I made a reservation and no wait time. The staff was friendly, attentive and made the day extraordinary."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, scenic view, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 6 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

seating

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I asked for a table by the window. there were many available open tables that we could have been seated at, but instead we were seated in the center."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, romantic, hot spot, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 7 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

mothers day brunch

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"mothers day brunch was great! second year doing it, always enjoy the variety of food you have for everyone. Great job!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, romantic, scenic view, great for lunch, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 8 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We went there before a show at the Aronoff which we told the waitress immediately upon arriving. Our food took over an hour and a half to get a PIZZA!! The table next to us (also going to the show) didn't get their pizza in time and had to take it with them!,,
On top of it the pizza was not that good. My friend got the chicken, she could not finish it and her date could not even eat his meat it was so tough. Obviously we will not be back!
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Dined on 5/11/2013
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Review 9 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This is our 4th year going to Palomino's for the Mother's Day Brunch. The food selection gets better each year with this being the best. Service was excellent."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, scenic view
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Review 10 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Not What it Used to Be

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I've been eating at Palomino for years. Although the service has always been fantastic, the food is not what it was in the earlier years. A dash too much salt, smothered in too much sauce covering the flavor of the actual entree. Although it's not bad, the prices no longer match the quality. The happy hour menu in the bar is still a great deal and I still enjoy the crispy crusted pizzas so I'll still visit the bar on occasion, but I'm giving the dining room a break for now."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: scenic view
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Review 11 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Lovely Mother's Day dinner.

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The food was amazing the staff was pretty good and te drinks were phenomenal! Great first date place or place to take ur parents if they're in town."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 12 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Impressed-overall!

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Diverse menu, well priced for portions and offerings. Very friendly wait-staff and manager. Pleasant environment--although the tables are close together you don't feel like you're dining on top of your neighbor. Great view of Fountain Square if you can get seated in the center of the restaurant. Was our first time dining here and would definitely come back."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, scenic view, late-night find, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 13 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Paliminoes after concert perfection

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
4 / 3
Energetic
"Went with friends & family to Palimoes after attending May Festival Chorus & CSO Concert. Even though we were there late in night, great food & service."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, romantic, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 14 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Good Pizza & Lamb Gnocchi

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Had the Bianco as an appetizer. It is plenty of food to split with three people. Tried the special of the night, Lamb Gnocchi. It was delicious, and the portions were reasonable, not huge (which is a good thing in my mind)."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: good for groups, scenic view
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Review 15 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Good but not stellar

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"There was nothing wrong or bad about our experience; but, when you spend the extra dollars there should be something really good and there was not."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 16 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We had a 7:30 reservation on a busy Saturday night in downtown Cincinnati. Traffic caused us to run a few minutes late so we called and we were told that if we weren't there by 7:45 they'd give our table away. We made it but were told when we arrived that they gave our table away and there wasn't another available and we waited an additional 20 minutes. The food was ok and the service was fine once we got seated. Management needs to be more efficient when busy,"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 17 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great birthday dinner

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Dined on 5/08/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The staff was wonderful and polite. As soon as we got seated the first question was if we were attending the show at the arnoff center to make sure we were on time. The food was perfect and I even had time to enjoy a cup of coffe before I had to leave for the show. I look forward to coming back to try the pizza."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 18 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

service

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Dined on 5/03/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"being served our first drink order took way too long. Efficient service is a must!"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, kid-friendly, scenic view, special occasion
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Review 19 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This is one of the worse dining experiences we have had in years. This used to be a favorite. Now it is just an overpriced noisy place for poor food and service. Good service may have saved the night, but the waiter was MIA most of the time. The food was over spiced and was not prepared to the menu description. Items were missing from the delivered food. Since the waiter was MIA, we could not address issues in a timely fashion."
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 20 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Cheers!

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Dined on 4/30/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food is wonderful, especially the mussels, but the craft martinis are fabulous! I am not a fan of the scent of lavender but the Lavender Martini is to die for!"
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, scenic view
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Review 21 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/13/2012
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This was a dinner before a show and they were accommodating serving us very promptly. The food was very good."
Dined on 5/13/2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 22 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

I have been to Palaminos many

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I have been to Palaminos many times. Every time I go I enjoy it more :)"
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, scenic view
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Review 23 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Saturday lunch for 8 celebrating

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Saturday lunch for 8 celebrating a graduation. Everything worked well. We would certainly do it again!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2012
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Review 24 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Very nice locaton, food was

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Very nice locaton, food was good, not gourmet.
Outstanding service."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, scenic view
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Review 25 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

In the past we have had wonderful

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"In the past we have had wonderful experiences at Palomino. Unfortunately, something has changed. The Mussels were awful--fishy and under cooked. I ordered the Prawns with Mushroom Risotto and Asparagus. Prawns were really just small shrimp--not Prawns. Mushroom Risotto was mushy--the worst Risotto I have eaten. It was a dinner celebration for my children's birthdays. Very disappointing."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2009
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, romantic
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Review 26 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Very average.

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Overall, it was good; I don't know that I would return. We got the bruschetta appetizer, which was tasty. I ordered a martini off their menu and was told they were out of grapes so I had to pick something else. My pasta came and was lukewarm/cold. Once I informed our waiter, he returned quickly with a new hot plate of pasta. The new plate tasted very good. The pizza, which seems to be a fairly popular item on the menu, was mediocre at best. The person I was with ordered the seafood pasta which was delicious. We ordered the Italian donuts as a dessert and they tasted okay. When we got our bill, the grape martini I wasn't able to order was still on the ticket. The little things that went wrong added up to make our experience very average."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2013
Special Features: romantic, scenic view
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Review 27 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great View of Fountain Square

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Really enjoyed our dinner out before the ballet. Food, drinks and service were great. I absolutely loved being able to look out over Fountain Square, and to be able to see the action below."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2010
Special Features: scenic view
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Review 28 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellence

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Excellent service, excellent food and excellent location. Our group was really impressed and really enjoyed our experience. Thank you so much for the stylish way you care for your patrons. We will be back."
Dined on 04/23/2013
 2009
Special Features: good for groups, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 29 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Our experience with Palomino

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Our experience with Palomino was great. When I made my reservation online I noted in the special notes section that someone in my party was celebrating a birthday. I wasn't sure if this would result in anything but was hoping for a happy birthday wish. What we got was better. When we arrived they had reserved a window table with a great view for our party, placed ribbon on the table and also happy birthday cards. It was a wonderful treat. Our server was energetic and made sure we had a great time. I have to say I really didn't care for the pizza but the grown up mac-n-cheese was great. Overall I would recommend."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 30 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

good food, good atmosphere,

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"good food, good atmosphere, a little pricey but overall very nice."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2011
Special Features: romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 31 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Palomino is always a great

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Palomino is always a great place to dine. The crab and artichoke dip is fabulous."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2009
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 32 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Never disappointed either

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Never disappointed either in the bar area before or after a game or in the dining area for dinner- staff and food"
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, scenic view
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Review 33 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Food was excellent and service

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food was excellent and service was superb. Good value"
Dined on 04/19/2013
 2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 34 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent choice for delicious

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Excellent choice for delicious meal"
Dined on 04/19/2013
 2009
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 35 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Excellent food and great view of Fountain Square. I would recommend the white Tuscan bean dip and maple chicken salad with candied pecans. Delish!"
Dined on 04/18/2013
 2011
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 36 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Not one to complain but this

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Not one to complain but this was not acceptable.
We received two confirmations from the restaurant- one via email and one via a phone call 24 hrs in advance- so they seemed organized. Got there on time had to wait 35 minutes after three times of being told 3-4 minute wait.
waitresses where nice- but service was very slow. Food was "ok" at best... Would not go back."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2011
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Review 37 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food & drinks were outstanding.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food & drinks were outstanding. Our waiter was very attentive without being obtrusive. Had a great birthday dinner with several friends. Would gladly recommend to others!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 38 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had a super time! We were

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We had a super time! We were not rushed and the wait person was terrrific. Had the bartender make a special drink and hit a home run! Food recos were on the money. Food was as described, hot and delecious. We were sorry we had no room for one of the desserts on the desssert menu.
We'll be back ... soon!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, notable wine list, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 39 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We started with the Artichoke

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We started with the Artichoke and Crab dip which was excellent. The large pita crisps worked well with the dip. I ordered the mushroom soup which didn't live up to the hype-I thought it would be richer and it didn't have the full-bodied taste I expected. My wife had the Salmon and Shrimp Scampi special which was very good and I had the Paella and added Scallops to it. It was also very good; a bit on the spicy side and after having the appetizer and soup, I left some in the bowl. We were seated at a two-top table beside the window that overlooked Fountain Square--very nice! All in all, a good meal and good atmosphere."
Dined on 04/05/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 40 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best restaurant in town.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Best restaurant in town. top shelf food and the same for the service. Thank you"
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 41 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent food & service.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Excellent food & service. Not to be missed."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2007
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 42 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

The food was great as usual

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food was great as usual however the wait service was lacking. Our first hour and a half at the restaurant consisted of an appetizer and a salad. We had to inquire with one of the hostesses as to our dinner and server. By the time our dinner arrived, we had about 10 minutes to eat before the start of a show we were scheduled to attend. Needless to say, we did not make the show in time for its start."
Dined on 04/05/2013
 2007
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Review 43 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Will not return.

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Seated timely, server pleasant. Drinks took a long time from order to receipt. Glass of champagne arrived, flat and tasteless. Bartender should have seen this before sending to the table and server should have noticed lack of effervescence before serving. Prices are out of line for this restaurant. I ordered a side salad at 7.50 and it appeared, thrown on the plate, no dressing, with a lemon wedge, no balsamic as ordered. Given I had already sent back my flat champagne, and service was off, I elected to eat the salad as it was served. Entrees arrived, others at the table looked good, tasted good per report. I ordered the cod with pistachio crust for 19.95. Imagine my surprise when the meal arrived and it looked like Groton's fish sticks."
Dined on 04/05/2013
 2006
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Review 44 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Disappointed with how long

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Disappointed with how long it took to get our meal. Nearly on hour, Portion sizes much too small for shrimp salmon special"
Dined on 04/05/2013
 2007
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Review 45 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

We were very disappointed

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We were very disappointed in our recent visit. We did not know it was an Easter brunch as we had ordered off the menu a few years ago. The food was OK but not worth the price we paid. We ate here on a recent Saturday night for dinner and spent less than at the brunch & the food was so much better at the dinner."
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2009
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 46 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This is our 4th year eating

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This is our 4th year eating at Palomino's for Easter Brunch and as usual it was wonderful! Food is delicious and our server (Dia) was fantastic -- will definitely be back!"
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for brunch, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 47 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great service...second time

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great service...second time I've asked for a "window seat", got it both times."
Dined on 04/01/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, scenic view
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Review 48 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Perfect, as always!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We had a quiet lunch on Saturday afternoon. The service and food were great, as always. The baked four cheese penne was fantastic and I highly recommend it. A bonus was the perfect view of a special event taking place on Fountain Square."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2012
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 49 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Expected much more,for price

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Expected much more,for price paid for Easter buffet. Food was cold."
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2007
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Review 50 for Palomino - Cincinnati
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Loved it!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I took my boyfriend to Palomino's for his birthday and I made reservations online. I requested a table near a window and told them in the reservation that it was his birthday. As soon as we arrived we were seated almost immediately. The table (near the windows) was decorated with confetti, which I really appreciated. The food was hot out off the stove! I was concerned about that because of previous reviews that I read, but the food was delicious. Get the Chicken under a brick, it was amazing. We had a complimentary dessert for his b-day. Overall wonderful experience I will DEFINITELY be coming back! Thank you Palomino!"
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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