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recently came in for a friend's birthday dinner and mita's
recently came in for a friend's birthday dinner and mita's did not disappoint!! *be advised that they don't offer to split checks per guest, but rather 1 card for the table, or 1 check split evenly for the amount of guests you have (th
Mita's has become one of our absolute favorite
Mita's has become one of our absolute favorite restaurants--not just for the consistently incredible food, but for the thoughtful and personal experience every time we visit. Chef Salazar is often present, and he always makes a point to connect
We came for their 10th anniversary dinner, which also
We came for their 10th anniversary dinner, which also coincided with my boyfriend's birthday dinner. It was a 4 course tasting menu, with multiple plates per course. Everything was served family style and was absolutely delicious. Our server was
We only had one night in Cincinnati and it was so hard to
We only had one night in Cincinnati and it was so hard to narrow down places for dinner! I'm so glad we chose Mita's. The service was outstanding and the vibes were high (8pm on a Friday)! I love tapas restaurants and trying a little bit of
Our waiter recommended we order two to three plates each
Our waiter recommended we order two to three plates each but was annoyed when we only ordered 5 for the three of us to start. The shishito peppers were well cooked with flakey sea salt. The short rib empanadas were good but a little dry and needs t
Mita's is my all time favorite restaurant in Cincinnati.
So when my friends were visiting Cincinnati for the first time, I knew I had to bring them here. I come here often and always for special occasions like my birthday, as I'm never disappointed. The restaurant atmosphere is very modern and the win
I love this place.
I love shareable plates and this is them perfect place for that. Staff is super nice and know the menu. The empanadas are and Bocadilla sliders are awesome!
Excellence
We enjoyed a wonderful dinner at Mita’s last night. Five dishes shared, each of which was expertly prepared and presented. Thanks to Heather for her excellent service. This restaurant should be on your list for regular Cincinnati dining. Note:
Not to be missed.
Really great dishes at a bargain price. Online photos don’t do justice to the space. We were amazed by all we had from breads to salads to mains. We would recommend this to all.
long story short: stunning small plates We went to Mita's
long story short: stunning small plates We went to Mita's on a Wednesday night but it was still bustling & busy, which gave it a warm & comfortable atmosphere. Our waiter was attentive & well-versed in their menu. We got a few dri
6/14/25 - Came with group of 8 people and had a phenomenal
6/14/25 - Came with group of 8 people and had a phenomenal experience. We were a very lively bunch, but our server Jake knew exactly how to play into it. Great table in the back with a view of the open kitchen too. Everyone split a few things, but my
Wow! Can't stop thinking about spiced skate wing, snow peas
Wow! Can't stop thinking about spiced skate wing, snow peas and blueberries. What a pairing! Best dish I've had on my trip to Cincinnati. Beautiful restaurant. Date night special. Parking in a garage is your best bet. Would absolutely c
We were staying at the hotel across the street and were
We were staying at the hotel across the street and were looking for a nice place for dinner. Yelp reviews led us here and we had an excellent meal! We were 2 people who ordered 2 tapas plus ice cream for dessert. We had the shrimp ceviche with plant
JUST GO ALREADY !!!
This is our 3rd trip to Mitas. Each time the experience was top notch both in food quality and service. I am a Spanish food snob but on this trip we did branch out a bit on the suggestion of a friend and tried the "sliders" The only thi
A good flavor of Spain.
Park in nearby parking lots. Made a reservation. Upon arrival we were promptly greeted, our reservation recognized and seated to our preference. The Spanish style dining take a little to get used to. We enjoyed the tapas and racciones. Tasty food, s
Excellent Service, Solid Food
Similar to previous experiences food was solidly good. The Peaches with Ham were interesting, a first for us. Presentation was creatively. Flavors blended well, sweet and salty. Tostones and Guacamole were good. Plenty of tostones for 5he guacam
Horrible customer service
I went there with colleagues from the AP Reading. We had appetizers and then a horrible paella (very salty and spicy). We left it there, but did not complain. That night I got really sick: I discharged for more that n 12 hours and lost a day of work.
Wonderful flavors
Our meal was wonderful. We selected an item from each of the menu categories. The dishes were very flavorful and fresh. Our server was outstanding and made sure to explain the menu and make suggestions when asked. We will definetly be back.
Another 12/10 experience from them best chef in Cincinnati.
The service, atmosphere, drinks, and most importantly, food all made for the perfect night. The old classics were better than we remembered them and the tamales are definitely a new staple.
Previously went to Mita's with a bigger group so we had a
Previously went to Mita's with a bigger group so we had a limited menu so this is our first time here with the full experience. Definitely recommend the shishito peppers and tostones. In terms of meats, the short rib empanadas were delicious and the
I just got into Spanish cuisine! It is the most incredible
I just got into Spanish cuisine! It is the most incredible food. Everything was bursting in flavors that were both unique and complementary. The server was knowledgeable and passionate about the menu. I loved the large windows and lower lighting. The
I've eaten there many times and as always it was
I've eaten there many times and as always it was exceptional, food and service is really good...easy parking and comfortable seating, good vibe and reasonable cost makes it ideal...
Last night was our first time at Mita's, and it 100% lived
Last night was our first time at Mita's, and it 100% lived up to every expectation!! Jose Salazar and team's dishes had such unique flavors that each bite left you salivating for more. Each tapa plate came out one after another, giving us time to enj
Great tapas place.
The pork belly tacos and plantains were by far our favorites. They brought out a cute cookie for her birthday also. Very thoughtful
Always love mitas, and got the venison tartare this time!
Always love mitas, and got the venison tartare this time! Great flavor and not gamey at all. Snag yourself a reservation to one of the top restaurants in the US!
(4) ~ very good overall food & service DRINKS: ** Water
(4) ~ very good overall food & service DRINKS: ** Water (tap) = (4) very good, must be filtered;) ** Espresso = (4) very good FOOD: ** 3-Cheese Course = (4) very good...Cabra Al Romero (Rosemary) ; Smokin' Goat (Smokey) & Monte Enebro (simi
Good service. Bad ceviche. Overpriced in general
I went with my girlfriend, and we ordered five small plates/tapas. 1. Tablas de queso con membrillo (cheese table) we like it, but the membrillo was a little 2. pimientos piquillo filled with goat cheese. Perfect. 2 units 3. Patatas Bravas. It is dif
Just ok.
Nothing memorable and wouldn't go again. Spent almost 150 for two of us and in hindsight wish we had gone somewhere else. Service was fine but the whole experience was just mediocre.
I came with my boyfriend for our anniversary and had the
I came with my boyfriend for our anniversary and had the most amazing experience! Our waitress was wonderful, the food was perfect, and the ambiance was perfect for a date night. We were surprised with the most delicious desserts and champagne at the
The power of Christ compels me.
..to leave a great review and go back to Mita's soon. This was phenomenal. The service, the food, the pacing of the meal, the attention from our server Lindsey...absolutely five stars. First, Chris at the door has the perfect little welcoming smile,
If you want a delightful and different experience every
If you want a delightful and different experience every time, check this place out. My wife and I first discovered this place on our first anniversary. Our server was so engaging and kind. They brought us champagne immediately (we referenced anniver
One of my favorite restaurants in all of Cincinnati.
Go with friends, share plates, drink wine, thank me later.
Excellent experience last night.
Juan was our server, asked about our time restrictions and advised us when and what to order. He was professional, friendly and advised us perfectly. We had ceviche, plaintains, pork belly tacos along with orange wine.Food was very good. Will return.
Mita's had amazing sliders.
We also tried olives and ceviche, which were good, but the sliders were the best. I recommend skipping the squash and mushrooms. When I go back I will get the tacos and the wagyu sirloin steak. The servers can tell you about how many each small plate
Looking for a fun spot with small plates in an elegant
Looking for a fun spot with small plates in an elegant atmosphere? Look no further! Mita's offers an authentic menu with several options your server will surely be knowledgeable on! A must try!
The ambience of this place is great, which is why it's 2/5
The ambience of this place is great, which is why it's 2/5 and not 0/5. We ordered the patatas bravas with aioli (potatoes lol) , stuffed peppers, muslos de pollo (it's just chicken thighs), and the arepa (corn pancake). The potatoes were over sa
Another Fantastic Meal!
We took our three adult children (late 20's), who have never experienced real Spanish Tapas, for Christmas dinner on the Dec. 23rd. Because none of us had ever experienced paella, we ordered it upon seating like the restaurant suggested. We then proc
Great Place to Eat
the Food and Service here is GREAT !! it's in a great location in downtown Cincinnati, i can't say enough about how Good the food is. Our waiter was great and explained their menu really well and he provided great service. We'll be coming to eat here
Go here!
Delicious food. This is a great place to go to have a few tastes of several menu items. They are small and shareable plates, which is a great way to taste a lot of menu items. Food was delicious and we enjoyed the wine as well. Recommended!
Great food
Again a great experience at Mita’s Great tapas and small bites that’s are.shareable. Such as ceviche or the wonderful roasted Shishito peppers. I enjoy sitting at the bar for great service
30th birthday celebration
Perfect place to celebrate my foodie son's 30th birthday! He's from Austin, where they have an amazing culinary scene, so we wanted to take him somewhere special and Mita's fit the bill! Four of us took turns choosing tapas, that we all shared. In
James Beard Chef!
There was nothing but exceptional food here. Each small plate bright new, sumptuous tastes. We overspent because we just kept ordering- cheese, arepa, tostones (my fav), sliders, pan con tomatoes... it was truly amazing. We will return here!
Too good for words
One of the best ever! I particularly liked the paella. The pulpos was super! The papas was unique! I finished with a chocolate tort! I think it was the best tapas I have been to. This is a must do if in Cincinnati
Amazing Taste composition experience
Delicious food!!! Had a Ceviche del Dia and it was a fusion of tastes and also light enough to leave space for the desert that the kind bar tender helped me to choose: strawberry and rhubarb empanadas … probably the best I’ve ever had! Thank you
Everything was freshly made…
Fresh, fresh, fresh food, very pleasant. We where lucky to get a table. It was busy on a Wednesday. You must book a table. Everything we ate was tasty. I had a cocktail as a starter, it was good as well. Definitely recommend this restaurant. It wa
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