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Located on the fourth floor, Overlook Kitchen + Bar is your go-to for cocktails made with fresh, local ingredients and irresistible dishes featuring local, seasonal produce and artisan meats. Grab a seat at the bar or head to the 3,800 sq ft outdoor patio for cocktails and conversation alongside commanding views.
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Address: 5345 Medpace Way, Cincinnati, OH 45227
Phone: (513) 527-9906
Website: https://www.thesummithotel.com/dining/overlook-kitchen-bar
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Christie C
We really wanted to like this place and went there with some high hopes! Just dined there for Burger Week. Our service was pretty good, so no complaints there at all. Got drinks quickly, refills on water, etc. Our server was great! Super nice lady kept stopping by to get dirty dishes. Liked the atmosphere until the music started – it was SO LOUD, and they were on the other side of the bar from us. Even my teenager thought they were too loud.
Oh, and the seats – our four-top table had a booth-like bench seat for two on one side and two chairs on the other. I sat on the booth side, and I felt like I was really low to the table. It was kind of amusing as I am a tall person, and I felt really close to the table, which I’m not used to.
Here’s what we had and our thoughts (as we both totally agreed on each dish):
Frito Misto – this dish is a joke for what you pay and probably the worst we had. See first photo as I would have expected a lot more for $22. Was just randomly on the plate, too, like half of it slid off en route, and this was the mess left. And the cherry peppers – watch out, as I took a tiny bite of one, and it burned my throat. The calamari tasted kinda funky, like it was on the edge of being bad. Overall, no flavor with the breading on the calamari nor the lemon aioli. Somehow, the broccolini was the star of the plate. After this and the pork belly arrived, and we tried some, my son was ready to cancel the burgers and leave. Don’t order this dish is all I can say.
Crispy Pork Belly – wasn’t really crispy. Hardly any of the hard cider reduction, and this dish would have benefited from some more sauce. I think we got two pieces of chicharron and weren’t sure if the frisee was garnish or what. We did eat some, but it also would have benefited from more reduction or dressing or something.
Burger Week burgers – these were small but pretty good! They didn’t totally come how we ordered them, but overall, these were good and probably the highlight of the meal. It’s just too bad they were only 4 oz., so more bun than burger. If the Overlook burger is like this one, I would order it.
Side of fries – okay. Not the worst, not the best. Could have been a little hotter upon arrival, but the bar was pretty low after the frito misto, so we didn’t complain.
Maple Bacon Fritters – so, these have promise. The bacon was on the chewy, overcooked side versus being crispy – which would have made a huge difference. Like some crispy baked bacon or candied bacon, and this dish would have been a hit. Not enough whipped cream either. And one fritter was raw dough inside. They did offer to remake them or take off our bill. Like I said, service was not the issue. And next to the burgers, even semi-raw fritters were the second best thing we had.
It’s a restaurant in a hotel, and I get many/most of them aren’t the best. For drinks outside or just the dessert (if throughly cooked), then maybe. Or perhaps we just didn’t order the menu items that make them shine. Again, we really wanted to like this place, but after that first experience, I am not sure we’ll be back – at least not anytime soon. Sorry, Overlook! We may give you another try in the future, but I will never order that frito misto again.
… moreOh, and the seats – our four-top table had a booth-like bench seat for two on one side and two chairs on the other. I sat on the booth side, and I felt like I was really low to the table. It was kind of amusing as I am a tall person, and I felt really close to the table, which I’m not used to.
Here’s what we had and our thoughts (as we both totally agreed on each dish):
Frito Misto – this dish is a joke for what you pay and probably the worst we had. See first photo as I would have expected a lot more for $22. Was just randomly on the plate, too, like half of it slid off en route, and this was the mess left. And the cherry peppers – watch out, as I took a tiny bite of one, and it burned my throat. The calamari tasted kinda funky, like it was on the edge of being bad. Overall, no flavor with the breading on the calamari nor the lemon aioli. Somehow, the broccolini was the star of the plate. After this and the pork belly arrived, and we tried some, my son was ready to cancel the burgers and leave. Don’t order this dish is all I can say.
Crispy Pork Belly – wasn’t really crispy. Hardly any of the hard cider reduction, and this dish would have benefited from some more sauce. I think we got two pieces of chicharron and weren’t sure if the frisee was garnish or what. We did eat some, but it also would have benefited from more reduction or dressing or something.
Burger Week burgers – these were small but pretty good! They didn’t totally come how we ordered them, but overall, these were good and probably the highlight of the meal. It’s just too bad they were only 4 oz., so more bun than burger. If the Overlook burger is like this one, I would order it.
Side of fries – okay. Not the worst, not the best. Could have been a little hotter upon arrival, but the bar was pretty low after the frito misto, so we didn’t complain.
Maple Bacon Fritters – so, these have promise. The bacon was on the chewy, overcooked side versus being crispy – which would have made a huge difference. Like some crispy baked bacon or candied bacon, and this dish would have been a hit. Not enough whipped cream either. And one fritter was raw dough inside. They did offer to remake them or take off our bill. Like I said, service was not the issue. And next to the burgers, even semi-raw fritters were the second best thing we had.
It’s a restaurant in a hotel, and I get many/most of them aren’t the best. For drinks outside or just the dessert (if throughly cooked), then maybe. Or perhaps we just didn’t order the menu items that make them shine. Again, we really wanted to like this place, but after that first experience, I am not sure we’ll be back – at least not anytime soon. Sorry, Overlook! We may give you another try in the future, but I will never order that frito misto again.
H.T.
The service was really good. However, we would have loved it if they had more options on the menu, especially vegetarian. The food was ok nothing extraordinary. You do get good views of the green landscape around.
… moreMichael Edwards
Tried this place out for having an outdoor patio. It’s on the 4th floor of the Summit Hotel. Not much of a view really staring down into the Medpace campus. Is not downtown like their promo pictures try to convey it is about 7 miles northeast of downtown. They have seasonal menus, we tried Spring 2022. We had the fried cheese appetizer which was amazing. I had the chicken in soubise sauce, potatoes, and pearl onions. A+ the sauce really makes it and the chicken was cooked to perfection. My fiancé had the seared salmon and potatoes with lemon vinaigrette and whipped feta cheese dips. Also A+ the pairings are great but that feta cheese is the best thing. Finished with the brownie dessert that comes with a side cup of ice cream. Food was amazing but service was pretty below average, even for this city. Not near anything else to do either
… moreChristiane Sears
Overlook Kitchen + Bar ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
The breakfast bar is fantastic! Basically every item you could ever want is available and always delicious. The omelettes, smoked salmon and pastries are yummy. The bacon is crisp and made to perfection. Service is outstanding as well. Outside seating is available with excellent views.
… moreThe breakfast bar is fantastic! Basically every item you could ever want is available and always delicious. The omelettes, smoked salmon and pastries are yummy. The bacon is crisp and made to perfection. Service is outstanding as well. Outside seating is available with excellent views.
Victor Martinez
Wing Review only: Tried both of the wings they had during Cincinnati Wing Week, Everything Wings, and Asian BBQ Wings.
First off, best fried wings I had all week. They keep the sauce on the side for take out, which allows the wings to arrive extra crispy at home. If you enjoy mustard the Everything Wings are for you, they were very good, although might have enjoyed more of the everything seasoning in them. I am a sucker for Asian flavors and their Asian BBQ were not disappointing at all. Their soy base was well balanced by other notes (some sweet, others savory). I would also enjoy slightly thicker sauces, but this sauce had a fantastic flavor.
… moreFirst off, best fried wings I had all week. They keep the sauce on the side for take out, which allows the wings to arrive extra crispy at home. If you enjoy mustard the Everything Wings are for you, they were very good, although might have enjoyed more of the everything seasoning in them. I am a sucker for Asian flavors and their Asian BBQ were not disappointing at all. Their soy base was well balanced by other notes (some sweet, others savory). I would also enjoy slightly thicker sauces, but this sauce had a fantastic flavor.
Toya Cheri
I have one word… ZACH!! For starters, Zach is ALWAYS pleasant EACH and EVERY time I visit!! Today happens to be my anniversary weekend so my fiancé and I stopped by Saturday but I forgot they didn’t serve brunch. Zach was by himself but still keep a happy and upbeat tone. The other customers even complimented the service they were given. Once were realized there wasn’t a brunch menu until Sunday, we waited. We returned today, Sunday, and Zach was there again doing an AMAZING JOB!!!! It was only him and Pam but they food was DELICIOUS, HOT, and Pam kept the bottomless mimosas flowing! We will return and great job to the team!! Excellent service!
… moreAlex Kreitzer
Very cool and upscale atmosphere with some beautiful views. The staff was mostly very friendly. My server seemed extremely unprepared when I asked about vegan options. They were visibly upset when I suggested I could just not eat the Mother’s Day buffet and instead could just order a drink or two. I guess they were forcing everyone who came in that day to eat their buffet , so I ended up paying almost $60 for some made-to-order pasta, fruit, and about two questionably “vegan” sides. I understand some kitchens do not have the ability to make decent, vegan food, but thankfully the pasta was fresh and delicious. Unfortunately, some of the meat dishes sat out too long and were bad (according to my family). All in all, an okay experience, but I paid too much for food I did not even want to eat. It’s not like my seat being empty would have made them money
… morePaula Markowski
Relaxed atmosphere with great food and wide variety beverage menu. A gem inside the Summit hotel. Friendly and accommodating staff for a very enjoyable meal!
… moreAnne Schneider (chicken12195)
We had Jennae as our server and she was fantastic! Very personable and friendly, and made our night really special (1 year anniversary). The wings are always our favorite!
… moreJordan
I can only speak for the breakfast buffet but it was excellent, lots to choose from. The Maxwell Mule at the bar was very good also.
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