Review Boca - Cincinnati

I love small plates style because you get to try a lot of different flavors. Prepare to order a lot of dishes, and you might not leave full if you’re not prepared to spend. Food and atmosphere is worth it, but the service makes Boca stand out. Our waiter described the history of the location and menu, and provided great recommendations. I watched him curate when dishes came out and always made sure we had what we needed. Absolutely recommend this restaurant for any special occasion.

Great service, great variety, and excellent cocktails. The most fun dishes were the halibut and leek for me. The leek was just a symphony of textures, flavors, and temperature shrprises. It was cold but was so soft, creamy but also very well seasoned and sweet at the same time. It was delightful. The halibut was unexpectedly smoky and perfectly cooked. It stood on its own but with all the sauce and vegetables, mushrooms and puree under it, the dish had an amazing perfect bite when you put all of them together. Overall, i would love to try them again for when the menu changes.

One of the best Ohio restaurants. Food and service are impeccable. Yeah it is definitely pricy, but consistently top notch. Portions are “normal” which might be on the small side for buffet frequenters.

We had a truly wonderful experience here. We went to celebrate a special occasion and it was more than we could have asked for. Our server, Doug was PHENOMENAL and his recommendations were spot on. The food was incredible! From the Pommes Soufflés to the Le Citron, each dish was better than the last. If you are looking for a one of a kind experience with exceptional service, incredible food, and an overall fantastic atmosphere- BOCA is a must. This was our first time dining there and it certainly will not be our last. This restaurant is absolutely worth it! It was one of the best experiences we have ever had at any restaurant.

Outstanding! We were able to get same day reservations on a Friday and it was easier to make them by calling the restaurant directly. Beef Wellington! Lobster roll! Yummm! Highly recommend this fine dining experience.

The star of the show was undeniably the Beef Wellington, and it did not disappoint. Visually stunning, the dish arrived perfectly encased in golden puff pastry, promising a succulent treat within. The dining experience was elevated to new heights by the presence of a knowledgeable sommelier. Their expertise in wine pairing was truly impressive, and their passion for their craft was evident in every recommendation. Completing this culinary masterpiece were the best Pomme Soufflés I have ever tasted. These delicate, puffed-up potato creations were crispy on the outside and cloud-like on the inside.

Small plate portions but were filling enough, most of the dishes good but they were heavier than I thought they would be.

Good food and amazing service. Recommendation: Pommes Soufflés is a delight, imagine you are eating a crispy Churro, and it’s a little bit soft inside, and boom! It’s actually a potato! Also the butter poached lobster is totally a Michelin worth course, the cappellacci with the pea filling are too good to be true.

I am writing this review 2 years after I dined here with my wife. It's had a lasting impression on what I consider good food. Both my wife and I were incredibly impressed with the service, atmosphere, experience, options, and of course the food. Now because it's been so long I don't recall the name of dishes, but I gathered some pictures of what we had. Trust me when I say you can not go wrong with anything at BOCA, and like me it will leave an impression big enough to last 2 years, and I'm sure more.

This is by far the #1 cuisine and dining experience in Cincinnati. Beats Ruby’s and anything by a mile. The service is out of a movie, perfect. The plating is art. The taste is outrageously delicious. Beef Wellington was phenomenal. Ask for Seth. He’s the best!

We ❤️ this Cincinnati classic. The service was exemplary, and the staff were knowledgeable of the menu. We ordered from the Prix Fixe menu due to our group size. We ordered: 1. Pomme souffles - these are fried 🥔 heaven. The paired sauce was delicious and complimented the dish (10/5 🌟) 2. Diver scallop with brussel sprouts - while there was slight contention in the group, some members love crispy brussel sprouts, I thoroughly enjoyed this dish 🤩. The scallop was pan seared to Gordon Ramsey standards. The brussel sprouts were bursting with flavor 😋 (10/5 🌟) 3. Arpege salad - quality ingredients and prepared well. This fell flat on flavor after eating the brussel sprouts. (3.5/5 🌟) 4. Beet salad - similar to our other salad. The beets with goat chese were a great pairing. However, they fell flat after dish #2 (3/5 🌟) 5. Fussilli and Bolognese - well prepared dish. However, it needs some extra spice in its dish life (3/5 🌟) 6. Kale and ricotta ravioli - the combination of flavors and texture of the breadcrumbs elevated this dish. I would say it seemed slightly oily, but overall, I'm happy I ordered (4.5 🌟) 7. Cappellacci di Giano - if you ❤️ peas, this is the dish for you. This was a light dish and had a dainty flavor profile. It was a fan favorite of the group (4/5 🌟) 8. Amish chicken with mushroom risotto - the skin on the chicken = perfection. The mushroom risotto was a little salty, and I felt the rice was cooked slightly over. I like my risotto with a little bite to it. The chicken was the 🌟 of this dish. (5/5 🌟) 9. "Filet Boca" - the Bordelaise sauce that accompanied the filet was superb. The filet was prepared well, and the seasoning enhanced the steak while not overpowering. The crab on top was tasty but not necessary for the dish. (5/5 🌟) 10. Candy bar 3.0 🍫- This was also a fan favorite. This desert was executed well with many varying textures and flavors. Only comment is it is on the sweet side. (4.5/5 🌟) 11. Maple 🍁 mascaparone cheesecake - this was not too sweet and had a good balance. (5/5 🌟) 12. Panna cotta - quote from the person who ordered "Perfect blend of tart and sweet. Ideal consistency, melts in your mouth." (5/5 🌟) Overall great well established restaurant. Would return and recommend!

Had an amazing dinner here! Very upscale atmosphere, extensive wine list (with notable items like Cava), as well food almost to beautiful to eat.

Dear Lord. You have to go. It is worth every penny and more. Went for our first wedding anniversary. Staff was lovely and super helpful. We were treated like royalty and there were zero children present. The perfect dining experience. Seriously, if you don't visit you will never forgive yourself.

We had a delightful time at this restaurant. We came here on a whim since it was very close to our hotel. From the hostesses to the dessert at the end, everything was brilliant! We sat at the bar which would not have been my first option, however, it turned out to be PERFECT! The star of the show was the bartender. He was pleasant, funny, knowledgeable and energetic! This was our first time and he went through the menu with such details that when he got to the end I knew right away what I wanted to order. He immediately took care of our drinks and orders. Having dinner at the bar was wonderful because we got to enjoy the guys working the bar, servers moving about getting drinks for their tables and seeing them measure out each glass to perfection. The ambiance is sophisticated and chic. This was such a pleasant surprise on every level!

The best dining experience I've ever had! The host Grant was amazing and accommodating and had a great sense of humor. Bryan was incredibly knowledgeable of the menu and food and drink in general. He was so friendly, funny, and looked slick as hell. Everything was paced perfectly and Bryan was super attentive and helpful and provided direction and much appreciated suggestions. All of the food was delicious, the leeks and kale & ricotta ravioli were our favorite, but it was so hard to choose a favorite. We will definitely be back and spread the gospel that is Boca.

The service was good, as expected. The presentation of food was good as expected. However, the taste was mediocre for a fine dining restaurant. Nice atmosphere per expectation. It is everything you'd expect from a fine diner for a good experience. However, nothing was exceptional.

Almost magical. Contrary to the Post-COVID restaurant trend of lowered expectations, Boca is a reminder of what a great restaurant can be. Great food well prepared and impeccably served in a comfortable space. The attention to detail and focus on customer experience is exceptional in the current age, making Boca a bastion of the Golden Age of Finer Dining. #IYKYK