Ivory House
If you're looking for a place that combines great food with a lively atmosphere, Ivory House in Cincinnati is the spot you need to check out. Located at 2998 Harrison Ave, this restaurant offers the perfect blend of delicious dishes, romantic vibes, and a touch of live music, making it ideal for a night out with friends, a special date, or even a casual dinner with the family.
One of the standout features of Ivory House is its diverse menu, packed with crowd favorites. If you’re in the mood for something hearty, the Tomahawk Pork Chop is a must-try – a truly impressive dish that's both tender and flavorful. Pair that with a classic Caesar Salad for a perfect meal, or if you're craving something sweet, don’t miss their rich and indulgent Chocolate Torte. For those who prefer something lighter, the Tomato Plate is fresh and bursting with flavor, while the Crab Cake Benedict is a delightful twist on the classic brunch favorite.
The atmosphere here is equally inviting. With live music setting the tone, Ivory House creates a vibrant yet romantic environment. Whether you're seated indoors or enjoying the outdoor seating, you'll feel right at home. The dressy vibe makes it a great place to get dressed up and enjoy a night out, and with plenty of space, it’s also a fantastic choice for groups looking to share a meal together.
In addition to the food and atmosphere, the service at Ivory House adds to the overall experience. The staff is friendly and attentive, making sure you feel comfortable and taken care of throughout your visit. It’s a spot where great food, good vibes, and unforgettable moments come together effortlessly.
Next time you're in Cincinnati and looking for a place that hits all the right notes, Ivory House is where you want to be. Whether it’s a casual meal or a celebratory dinner, this restaurant promises a memorable experience from start to finish.
Reviews
Pricey but the food was excellent. The server was attentive but not bothersome. The place was clean, with live instrumental piano music. Great place to splurge on yourself or impress someone special.
Definitely make reservations. Check the website, certain nights have dinner specials. Parking is in the back in a lot. Once you go inside it's so elegant. There was a a little ve piano player who can take tips so definitely bring some cash. The lighting, decor and tables were elegant but not "stuffy". A wonderful date place or if you want to enjoy the vibes sitting at the small bar area is also a vibe.
My daughter picked this place to celebrate her birthday and none of us had ever been and we weren't disappointed! First off the ambiance is perfect. They had a piano playing in the background, it wasn't too loud or too quiet I felt it was perfect. The food was top quality!! We received fresh Rosemary bread after we ordered and it was so good. Never had it before but it was amazing!! Me and my son-in-law got the the 14 oz New York Strip, my daughter got the 6 oz Filet and my husband got the Wagyu special they had. It was only 6 oz, hence why I got a bigger steak because I knew he would want more steak and could have mine. We had never had Wagyu but it was as good as the hype for sure! Everyone's steak was cooked perfectly the way they requested. You get 2 sides with your dinner and you could upgrade to a premium side. A salad couldn't be a side unless a big upcharge which I was disappointed in. We did get the Gouda Mac and Cheese for a side for the table and it was great! All the sides were good I just felt the Asparagus could have been a little better. My husbands special was a 3 course so he got a dessert which was a cinnamon roll with bananas foster gelato for dessert and it was great! They also gave my daughter a flight of 3 different ice creams for her birthday. We were so full from dinner we couldn't eat all the dessert but it was good! The server was good and attentive. We were there over 2 hours for a dinner which surprised us when we were leaving there was quite a bit of time between bread, salad, entree and dessert so I guess things took time but we were enjoying each others company so it didn't bother us. Would definitely go back for a special occasion but a bit pricy to go for a weekly date night in my opinion.
Looking for steakhouse that's above average in the area? No, it's not Carlo & Johnny, nor Eddie Merlot's. It's Ivory House. Of the three choices, Ivory House surpasses in just about every way, from decor to ambience to service to food, it outshines them all. Decor/ambiance: eclectic, fun, unstuffy. The pianist was fantastic! Service: amazing! Elise was truly wonderful and genuine. Did a great job, especially of noticing things i.e. in the kitchen brought out croutons on a salad when they weren't supposed to or an iced tea not getting filled; she was even able to tell which of the two drinks I had I preferred more! She seems like someone everyone would want to hang out with! Food: Ivory House delivered a near perfect meal from start to finish. Appetizers - shrimp cocktail, bruschetta, and hummus were all beautifully plated and had great detail, like a charred lemon with the shrimp. The cocktail sauce tasted housemaid, and there was a nice zing to the hummus. Would have been nice to have the option of getting vegetables with hummus instead of pita... It wasn't on the menu, but I have a feeling if we asked, they would've made it happen. Salad - Caesar salad was perfect, everything in it was the correct amount. I enjoyed the pickled onions! Mains & Sides - my husband's steak came with most beautifully ginormous pad of garlic herb butter on it. The one bite of it I had was melty heaven. His brussels sprouts had good flavor, though he was disappointed in the amount of asparagus he received. My duck confit was so well balanced, I would be happy to order it again and again. Though I would've liked a few more beets on the plate, the flavor of the parsnip purée with the berry gastique was chef's kiss. It was like elevated Thanksgiving comfort food. Dessert - The seasonal cheesecake, salted caramel, looked decadent and delightful, and also like it could be shared between 2 to 3 people. I ordered two of the gelato/sorbet flavors, the strawberry lemon I could've done without, it needed more lemon, but the lemon basil was a sleeper hit! Sounds weird, I know right? I think it would be perfectly refreshing at the end of a meal, particularly in the warmer months. Oh and they had GLUTEN FREEE BREAD FOR THE TABLE! I have never seen a restaurant actually have a gluten-free offering for this! All in all, Ivory House is a classy but low key restaurant that is worth the drive!
This is white tablecloth steakhouse in Westwood (Cincy). The hostess quickly sat us at our table, we did have a reservation. Our waitress, Elisa came & greeted us & got our drink order. Bar service was quick (2-3 minutes). Elisa took our order & answering any question we had. Then she brought us the house made warm rosemary bread with butter. It was absolutely delicious. We ordered the NY strip (medium) with asparagus & fingerling potatoes & the tomahawk pork chop with whipped potatoes & elote creamed corn. The NY strip was cooked perfect with an awesome seared flavor. The fingerling potatoes were very tasty & grilled. The asparagus was tender & cooked to perfection. The tomahawk pork chop was amazing. It was tender, juicy & full of flavor. It was seated on top of the whipped potatoes & drizzled with a cherry sauce. The elote creamed corn was unique & tasty. It had sweet cornbread crumbles in it which put a unique spin on the standard elote corn. We were too full for dessert, although I would have loved to try their carrot cake, considering they have a house pastry chef. The restaurant was busy but noise level was low with talking. It was elegant & a nice place for a date or special occasion. There was a baby grand piano but no musician to play it, they did have an automatic player on it. I'm assuming there must be live music of some days, there was a tip jar on top the piano.