Best restaurants near me in Bright, IN

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1. Shift Restaurant and Bar - Bright

4.7

Exceptional(346)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Lawrenceburg

Booked 2 times today

Thoughtful Dining • Epic EntertainmentThe Euson and Roberts Families have created a unique dining experience in the quaint town of Bright, Indiana. Our award winning chef brings us a quality, local driven menu aimed to please! Relax and enjoy a nutritiously fresh meal or a hometown pub favorite in a heart-warming environment. Bring your family and friends and enjoy life with us!

2. Sotto

4.9

Exceptional(8397)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Central Business District

Booked 170 times today

It is a concept of casual intimacy and communal romance. Sotto is the art of simplicity, a steward of restraint. It’s undressed, gutsy and human. It is fire, meat, wheat, and laughter. Above all, Sotto is Italian.Now Open for Lunch Service Monday - Friday, 11am - 2pm

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3. Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Cincinnati

4.9

Exceptional(9529)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Central Business District

Booked 120 times today

Jeff Ruby's is a reimagined art deco style steakhouse featuring U.S.D.A Prime Steaks and Fresh Seafood...not to mention our extensive selection of sushi, signature salads, Steakhouse sides, and desserts. Jeff Ruby's is conveniently located across from Fountain Square and is within walking distance of downtown hotels and the convention center. When you demand the very best in dining experiences, choose Jeff Ruby's. Discover the distinction for yourself!

4. Pepp & Dolores

4.8

Exceptional(4374)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Over the Rhine

Booked 111 times today

INSPIRED BY THE SPIRIT AND SENSE OF HOSPITALITY EXPERIENCED AT SUNDAY SUPPER IN THE HOME OF OUR GRANDPARENTS, PEPP & DOLORES IS A CASUAL ITALIAN RESTAURANT THAT PAYS HOMAGE TO FAMILY AND TO THE FOOD THAT BRINGS PEOPLE TOGETHER. FEATURING HOUSEMADE PASTAS, CAREFULLY CURATED WINES, AND A BALANCE OF CHERISHED FAMILY RECIPES WITH FRESH, VIBRANT FLAVORS THAT MAKE US FEEL: THIS IS HOME.

5. Third and Main

4.7

Exceptional(483)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Cincinnati

Booked 10 times today

Third and Main is a top-of-the-line steak house and tavern in historic Aurora, IN. From in house dry aging our steaks to carrying the largest selection of wagyu beef in the Midwest, we have it all. If steak isn't your favorite we also have a fresh seafood selection weekly with a full sushi and raw bar.Located in one of the oldest operating taverns in Indiana, Third and Main carries on the historic traditions with an upscale menu in a casual atmosphere. Just a short drive from Cincinnati along the Ohio River, this family-owned and operated restaurant is a great place to get away from the bustle of city living.Our 120 year old bar is fully-stocked with over 275 different bourbons, domestic, import and craft beers and a variety of select wines we feature proudly. Stop in and have a seat at our 120 year old bar to see why Third and Main is a local Tri-State favorite.

6. BOCA

4.9

Exceptional(6215)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary European • Central Business District

Booked 47 times today

Boca is Chef David Falk's ode to Europe. It is a one of a kind dining experience marrying world-class, chef driven cuisine with gracious service. Boca's design couples contemporary European and American stylings with touches of rusticity in an airy urban space. The elegant and inviting surroundings welcome guests for an afternoon cocktail, a small bite before a great show at nearby theaters, a casual dinner with friends, or a luxurious night out.

7. Ghost Baby

4.8

Exceptional(1488)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Over the Rhine

Booked 46 times today

Our Rattle Room welcomes you when joining us 4 floors below Vine street. The Rattle Room does not require reservations and is seated on a first come first serve basis.Reservations are recommended and prioritized for our Den. If you have a reservation, please check in with the host at the front door before waiting in line. Reservations in our Den will be held for 15 minutes and are a total of 2 hours long (Excluding Saturday reservations before 6:30 which are an hour and a half). We do not serve food, nor allow outside food.Ghost Baby exists to rattle the extraordinary. Our cocktail lounge and music venue claims a 170-year-old space that once served as a lagering tunnel for a brewing company. Come as you are and enjoy an inventive cocktail, a stiff drink, your favorite canned beer, or a glass of our hand-selected wine. Reserve your spot for an intimate, unique performance in the Den or join us in the Rattle Room (front bar) on a walk-in basis.21+ | Dress Code Enforced

8. The Precinct

4.9

Exceptional(9505)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Hyde Park

Booked 95 times today

For Jeff Ruby, this is the steakhouse that started it all. In 1981, The Precinct was born in the former Cincinnati Police Patrol House Number 6. This turn-of-the-century, Romanesque-style structure would hold what is now the longest, continuously running fine dining restaurant in the city.Recently named one of America's Top 10 Steakhouses by USA Today and Gayot.com, The Precinct is frequently recognized as having Cincinnati’s best steaks, seafood, and service. This consistent, high level of quality and overall guest experience over 4 decades has endeared Precinct to celebrities, business people, families, and loyal diners alike. The Precinct also offers a quaint outdoor patio area where guests may dine.

9. Mama's on Main

4.8

Exceptional(1567)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Covington

Booked 58 times today

Mama's on MainOffering authentic northern and southern Italian fare, including house-made pastas

10. Losanti

4.8

Exceptional(2732)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Over the Rhine

Booked 38 times today

Located across from Washington Park and steps away from Music Hall, we are proud to be the only Boutique Italian Steakhouse in OTR. As a from-scratch kitchen, we feature steaks butchered by the ounce on a daily basis, oysters on the half shell, fresh pasta made in-house, and a masterfully executed cocktail program. We eagerly await your presence at our table.

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Melvin
Cincinnati / Dayton •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
It was a great experience and the food was very delicious and staff was on point will be back again
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Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - CincinnatiPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Central Business District
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Bob
Phoenix / Arizona •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our server Liv was incredible! She was very friendly and had a wonderful personality. Great service!!
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Shift Restaurant and Bar - BrightPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Lawrenceburg
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4.7
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ToddVIP
Chicago / Illinois •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Sat at the bar, food was outstanding, martini was equally amazing
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SottoPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Central Business District
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4.9
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Misty
Cincinnati / Dayton •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Always the best steak, service, and quality. We love going and can’t wait to have outdoor dining soon!
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Third and MainPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Cincinnati
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Joy
Cincinnati / Dayton •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Wonderful dining experience for our 27th wedding anniversary. Great food and excellent service.
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Pepp & DoloresPrice: Moderate• Italian• Over the Rhine
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4.8

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1. Shift Restaurant and Bar - Bright

2. Sotto

3. Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Cincinnati

4. Pepp & Dolores

5. Third and Main

6. BOCA

7. Ghost Baby

8. The Precinct

9. Mama's on Main

10. Losanti

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