Forks Up, Cincinnati
For one week this September, dining across Cincinnati becomes more than a meal—it’s an experience. Greater Cincinnati Restaurant Week, returning September 22–28, 2025, will transform the region into a celebration of culinary creativity, giving diners the chance to enjoy three-course meals at special prix fixe prices in some of the area’s most celebrated restaurants.
This event isn’t just about filling tables. It’s about opening doors to new flavors, highlighting local chefs, and showcasing the diversity that makes Cincinnati’s dining scene shine. With prix fixe menus priced at $26, $36, $46, and $56, guests can sample dishes from casual neighborhood favorites to white-tablecloth destinations, all while enjoying remarkable value.
The beauty of Restaurant Week lies in its accessibility. Participating restaurants craft menus designed to highlight their signature styles, often with limited-edition dishes created just for the event. Diners can discover hidden gems, revisit old favorites, or push their palate with something entirely new.
To make the week even more engaging, guests can download the Greater Cincinnati Restaurant Week app, where they’ll find menus, locations, and special features. The app transforms dinner into a city-wide game: check into restaurants, snap a photo to verify your visit, and earn points. With every stop, you’re not only enjoying a memorable meal but also working toward prizes and giveaways, including entry into a grand prize drawing for those who rack up multiple check-ins.
Adding to the fun are sponsor-driven drink specials from partners like MadTree Brewing, Maker’s Mark, and Saratoga Still Water. Trying a featured sip can earn extra app points, while rounding out the evening with a perfectly paired cocktail or craft beer.
Beyond the plates and prizes, Restaurant Week carries a mission. For every prix fixe meal served, $1 is donated to Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, with the event organizers matching the first 1,000 meals. In recent years, the program has raised over $100,000 to support the hospital’s research, patient care, and family assistance programs. Each bite carries meaning, and each check-in helps fuel a cause greater than the table it’s served on.
The roster of participating restaurants spans the region, including classics like Primavista, Nicola’s, and the Golden Lamb, as well as fresh flavors from Ripple Wine Bar, Truva Turkish Kitchen, and Artemis Mediterranean Bistro. Whether you crave rustic Italian, modern American, or global fusion, the lineup promises something for every appetite.
Restaurant Week offers more than dinner—it’s a citywide celebration of food, community, and impact. It strengthens Cincinnati’s reputation as a dining destination while creating tangible benefits for local families in need. For diners, it’s a chance to explore, to indulge, and to give back, all wrapped into one unforgettable week.