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About

Metropole

Located in the artistic 21c Museum Hotel, Metropole offers a refined dining experience centered around fireplace-cooked cuisine. The restaurant's chic ambiance, creative cocktails, and seasonal menu create an intimate setting perfect for couples seeking a sophisticated night out in downtown Cincinnati.

Food quality
star
8.75
Service
star
8.50
Ambience
star
9.00
Value for money
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7.80
Accessibility & Amenities
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9.20
8.65
/10
Our weighted 10-point scoring system for the best date night dining prioritizes culinary innovation, service excellence, and overall ambience.

We consider factors like ingredient quality, menu creativity, and dining experience sophistication. Our assessment combines expert critiques, diner feedback, and firsthand evaluations.
Scores above 9.00 denote the highest quality, signifying the best date night dining experiences.

Public Review Sentiment

495
Google reviews
Metropole consistently receives praise for its sophisticated atmosphere and innovative fireplace-cooked cuisine. Diners particularly enjoy the duck dishes and carrot salad. Service quality and cocktail program are highly regarded. Some feedback suggests prices run high, though most feel the quality justifies the cost.
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Best Times to Visit

Metropole

For an intimate date night, arrive between 5-7 PM on weekdays to avoid peak crowds. Saturday evenings are bustling with a vibrant atmosphere but require advance reservations. Sunday brunch offers a more relaxed setting.
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Buzzing
Saturday 6PM - 7PM
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Relaxed
Monday 12PM - 1PM
category
Category
Fine Dining
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Cuisine
New American
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Dishes
Duck Breast
Scallops
Beef Tenderloin
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Price
US $50-100
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Features
Fine Dining
Craft Cocktails
Romantic Date Night
Anniversary Date Night
Farm-to-Table
Upscale Dining
Extensive Wine List
Seasonal Menus
Locally Sourced Ingredients
Private Dining Rooms
Reservations Recommended
Historic Charm
Exceptional Service
Trendy/Modern
Cozy and Intimate
Award-Winning Chef
Wheelchair Accessible
Double Date
Group Dining
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Metropole
Opening hours
Monday
7:00 AM
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10:00 PM
Tuesday
7:00 AM
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10:00 PM
Wednesday
7:00 AM
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10:00 PM
Thursday
7:00 AM
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10:00 PM
Friday
7:00 AM
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10:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM
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10:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM
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10:00 PM

How to get there

By Car From I-71/75, take the 5th Street exit and head east. Turn left onto Walnut Street. Metropole is located inside the 21c Museum Hotel on your right. Paid parking available in nearby garages and street parking.

By Public Transit Multiple bus routes stop near Walnut Street. The Government Square Transit Center is a short walk away. Cincinnati Bell Connector streetcar stops nearby on Walnut Street.

By Rideshare Uber and Lyft provide convenient drop-off at the 21c Museum Hotel entrance on Walnut Street.

Location

Map

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the dress code for Metropole?

While there is no strict dress code, Metropole is an upscale restaurant. Most guests dress up given its location in the 21C hotel and proximity to the Aronoff theater.
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