Chef Jose Salazar • Mita's Restaurant | Downtown Cincinnati Restaurant & Tapas

This is my favorite restaurant in Cincinnati. We always go for special occasions, 3-5 times a year. Mita’s ALWAYS delivers spectacular food, drink, atmosphere, and service. The menu at Mita’s is updated seasonally, so there’s always something new for us to try. And their signature options are beyond great! The food is fresh, expertly seasoned and cooked, and beautifully presented. Our staples here are: shishito peppers, watermelon gazpacho (summer), pulpo, and lamb croquettes. The atmosphere is inviting, background music is lively and never too loud, and the distance between tables is perfect for intimate conversation. The service is always on point here, as well. The staff is friendly, attentive, responsive, and knowledgeable about what’s in the food and how the various wines taste. Every time I ask for a recommendation on drinks, and ask them to choose for me, their suggestions are always superb. I can’t recommend this place enough. If you know how to savor food and appreciate culin

Ma ma Mita Day 4 of restaurant week and finally made it to Mita's....been on my go to list for quite sometime now! One of Chef Jose Salazar's 3 restaurants in downtown/OTR Cincinnati. This is a masterpiece. 2023 James Beard Award nominated restaurant and Chef (congratulations btw!)...and the Maestro himself happened to be leading the kitchen today. Whoo!! I am just super excited now !!! My first impression as soon as I took my seat. Everybody in the restaurant - guests and staff alike- seemed so happy and cheerful. With such a beautiful ambience, master chef leading the way, it was a sign that I was in for a fun adventure ahead. Mita's specializes in Spanish Tapas. Went with the restaurant week menu and added some extra dishes and cocktail as well. a cold one to lead off Cocktail: A Town in Labourd. Pristine Bourbon cocktail. Course# 1 - Ensalada de Jicama Y Mango Oh so green, oh so citrusy, oh so refreshing, oh so crisp, oh so sweet, oh so just a little salty....you get the picture.

This is small plates style, and I love trying different dishes. My partner is vegetarian and this is a great date night restaurant for us. I could probably just eat the tostones and guac all night - it’s delicious. She also likes the mango salad. I like getting the ceviche dishes in addition to the vegetarian dishes. Nice romantic atmosphere, and not too loud. Service is excellent.