The Celestial Restrnt, Cincinnati

My husband and I celebrated our Golden Anniversary last night at the Celestial Restaurant. It was the first time we had been there. We were totally thrilled with the whole evening. The young gal who greeted us at the desk was so warm and accomodating, the young girl at the bar was delightful and couldn't have been nicer. Our waiter,, David, was great! Have never been treated more royally than he treated us and he never rushed us but was on top of everything, there to refill our wine, etc. I definitely recommend requesting him. The food was superb! We had filet mignon and they were fixed per our order and delicious. Of course, the view is stunning! Thank you to all there who really went out of their way to make our evening special.

Took my wife there for her Birthday, and experienced the absolute worst service I have ever received at any establishment in my entire life. For a restaurant that is considered 4 star, the service was awful. We were seated at 7:30, and did not receive our meal until almost 9:00. We were treated poorly compared to the "regulars" whom the server was familiar with. Another couple who was seated next to us, almost a half hour after us finished their entire meal before we were even brought our salads. We had to ask the staff for bread, and menus a half hour after we were seated. When the server finally showed up, he was upset we asked someone else for menus, stating " be patient I am trying to get to you!" This of course after he had already waited on the "regulars" who came in a half hour after us. Would not recommend this place for a significant event, you will be greatly disappointed. Ps... The view was wonderful though.

For a restaurant in the expensive category, the food is average. If you want a feast for the palate, try Daveed's or Boco. Either of these will send you into orbit. The romantic ambiance is also better at these restaurants. The Celestial is located on the first floor of an apartment building and caters to an older crowd. It's better suited for a business dinner.

You cannot beat the view- but overall the celestial is not a 4 star place.My menu- besides having wiped off food visible- had hand written corrections on the menu and the leather binding was falling off. The beer list also had items blacked out with marker and new items hand written in on the laminate sheet. The seafood chowder was delicious but my filet was not cooked to my order and was too salty.Service is fair- never given more bread, and never asked if my food was satisfactory. Could overhear the waiters telling other customers that there is no substitutions - not one vegetable for another and could not even change the dressing on your salad. Very surprised- would not recommend.

Excellent Food, View and service! My boyfriend's family had his college graduation dinner there. It was by far the best meal I have ever had. Very Romantic atmosphere. The staff did everything they could to make us feel as comfortable as possible. Lobster Bisque soup was to die for as well as the Celestial style green beans. This is a must do if you're the Cincinnati area.

The view was great as always. Food was not up to expectations for an expensive place like this. Soup was somewhat bland. The waiter talked me into a sauce for my steak which it didn't need and in fact overwhelmed it. He also forgot to bring the glass of wine my wife ordered, remembering after we had finished. We were there on a Tuesday night, but that shouldn't affect the dining experience. Black napkins were not available.

They have a fantastic raw bar and live music on the weekends. The most romantic restaurant in Cincinnati and the best view. I recommend the Kobe Wagyu filet.

The view and ambience coupled with excellent service says everything here. i found the filet good (i've had beter) but really liked the extra touch of being able to have it served a number of ways. A couple in our party had the pork chops and the general concensus at the table is that they were not as tender as would have been expected.The creme brulee was very thin causing the sugared topping to overpower the custard but the cheesecake slice was huge and delicious. Overall, i may go back for a drink in the lounge to enjoy the incedible view, owever if my sole purpose is to eat,I feel cincinnati has many better restaurants

The service was excellent, the view was fabulous, and my food was great, but two in our party ordered the pork chops and were not impressed. Lack of chicken and side salads on the menu upset a couple in our party, as well. I liked the fact that you could pick different styles of preparing your steak, such as garlic-crusted, or with gorgonzola butter. I had mine "Oscar style", served with big chucks of crab. There were also numerous side dishes to choose from {choice of one with each grilled entree selection}.

If you want to take a date someplace after getting dinner, stop by the Celestial Lounge and take in the view of downtown -- all lit up! The chairs surrounding the bar are absolutely plush and comfortable, and on the right night you'll also hear some live jazz and singing. The service is attentive, and the surroundings are conducive to intimate conversation. Also, there are usually some interesting folks around the bar, and you may strike up an interesting conversation with a regular.