Carlo & Johnny By Jeff Ruby

Went here for my husband's 30th birthday! We did valet since a lot of the fence spots were taken up with self-parking. Valet was quick and easy. We were greeted when we walked in. We were seated quickly. Hank was our waiter and Sam was helping him. Both were amazing. This was our first time at a Jeff Ruby's restaurant and we will be back. Hank was very knowledgeable and gave his advice on what to order! We started off with drinks. I had a Moscato D'Asti and my husband had a Pina Colada. The Pina Colada was the best one we have ever had. I ordered one later in our meal because it was so good. We had the Ruby Roll and Oysters Rockefeller. Both were very good! My husband did the $70 Lobster & Steak meal deal since you got to taste various aspects of Jeff Ruby's menu including the Freddie Salad. I had the Filet Scampi which was to die for. Both steaks melted in our mouths. For dessert, they came out with a cupcake for his birthday which was so good. Didn't realize just a cupcake could taste so good. We had the butter pie as well. We had never had butter pie before, and it was unforgettable.

My wife and I visited Carlo & Johnny to celebrate our birthdays, and it was an absolutely amazing experience from start to finish. As expected from a Jeff Ruby establishment, the food was top-tier. I had the steak and lobster, which were both cooked to perfection, and my wife thoroughly enjoyed her salmon. Also, do yourself a favor and order the Mac and Cheese—it is incredible! What really set the evening apart, however, was the service. Kayla, our primary server, was fantastic, and the support from Laura and Liam H. ensured we never wanted for anything. They made our joint birthday celebration feel truly special. Being seated at the "Gone With The Wind" table was a particularly fun highlight for me, especially given my name is Rhett! Exceptional food, high-end atmosphere, and a stellar service team.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Masterclass in Hospitality If excellence has a home address, it’s Jeff Ruby’s Carlo & Johnny. I brought my wife and son for dinner, and we left with a new definition of what “great” means. My son and I ordered the 12oz Australian Wagyu Citrus-Fed steaks—cuts so tender and rich they practically disappeared on contact. His was crowned with the Collinsworth—Red King Crab, asparagus, Bordelaise, and Béarnaise—a bold, indulgent combination that turned an already perfect steak into a masterpiece. My wife’s filet was equally impressive: beautifully cooked, buttery-smooth, and simply unforgettable. The cocktails were well-crafted without being overdone, and the handmade desserts delivered a finale worthy of everything that came before. Service was perfection from start to finish. Our server, Josh, blended warmth, timing, and genuine expertise in a way that makes hospitality feel effortless. Manager Jordan brought a reassuring presence—the kind of leadership that quietly tells you you’re in a well-run house. Every detail was intentional, every moment polished without ever feeling pretentious. In an era where true creativity is rare and “unique” is often just marketing fluff, Carlo & Johnny stands in a category of its own. The experience is refined yet inviting, imaginative yet grounded, and clearly driven by skilled professionals who care deeply about the craft. To the owner: if you ever wonder whether the legacy you built is thriving, let me assure you—it is not only alive, it’s being executed with pride and precision every single night.

First time at Jeff Ruby's and it did not disappoint even in the slightest! Everything was flawless. Upstairs area has that quaint old school feel, everybody was super friendly and the valet that was easy peasy. On top of all that our waiter Paul was absolutely outstanding, top notch, best of the best! His recommendations were on point! When I come back you will have my business! Thanks for a great evening with the best steak I've ever had!

I was a first time guest. My server was Kayla. I am absolutely blown away that she has only been here for nine months. Her level of knowledge of the menu and the food items I was second to none. Her attention to detail and focus on us as a table was 100% fantastic. Five stars all around Ready to go. Great food. Better service. It is what a good dinning experience should be. The service is what will bring us back.

Carlo & Johnny is definitely a fun spot with a cool, old-school atmosphere. We had reservations but still ended up waiting a bit, which was unexpected, though once we were seated the evening moved along smoothly enough. The food was good and the overall experience was fine. Our server was juggling a very busy section, and it felt like they could’ve used an extra set of hands. In a place like this, having a three-waiter system really makes the difference between good service and great service—it keeps everything seamless. While I’m glad we tried it and enjoyed the ambiance, we’ll probably explore other steak spots in the city next time since there are several with more unique menus and more polished service. Still, it was a solid night out and worth experiencing once.

Food was awesome, the service was exelent and the atmosphere was absoloutly stunning. My party of 8 had various steaks from the cowboy, filet , ribeye,new yourk strip all were cooked perfectly . The Sides were great nice portions big enough to be shareable For what this place is the price was expexted. Absoloutly fine dining. The servers were helpful in pairing sides and made exlent suggestions . The ones that had coxktails said they were great . And the desserts were heavenly . Vallet if desired or park your self . Overall a fantastic experience .

Dined at Carlo and Johnny for the first time this past weekend and wanted to share some photos of our experience. This is the last of the Jeff Ruby’s restaurants that we have not been to in Cincinnati and it did not disappoint! The restaurant is a slightly hidden off of a back road down a long driveway. The inside is very moody and plays off of the darker/ red/ ambient lighting. The restaurant is divided in several rooms with seating and the bar is located closer to the main entrance of the restaurant with live music nearby. The menu did not disappoint. I didn’t check if it was exactly the same as the other Jeff Ruby’s restaurants but we felt that it was/ if not very close. We started with the table bread that is complementary at every Ruby’s restaurant, it’s served alongside a regular butter and a truffle butter For appetizers, we did the east and West Coast oysters alongside a small shrimp cocktail. If you are ever visiting Cincinnati or if you’re in Cincinnati and have not had a Freddie salad from a Ruby’s restaurant that will always be my recommendation. They have it at every Ruby’s restaurant and it usually is a crowd favorite. It is bacon, tomato, and lettuce, tossed and a significant amount of ranch so it can’t be bad. For mains, my family and all stuck with steaks this time. Our server, Josh, recommended that we do the barrel cut fillet and top it with the Collinsworth. We had it cooked to a rare temperature and it was perfect, you could almost cut it in half with the fork. Ryan did a ribeye that was also cooked perfectly. For sides, we recommend the mac & cheese, the truffle fries, the carrots, & the brussels sprouts. The sides are on the larger side, and you share them with the table. For dessert, we did a few butter pies for the table and a slice of carrot cake. These are both extremely sweet desserts but in the best way possible. The butter pie is another menu item that if you’ve never tried, you absolutely have to get. Our server, Josh, was phenomenal and we would recommend him 100 times over. He was very accommodating to our table and professional. He matched the energy of our table which extremely complimented our dining experience and we will definitely be back and asking for him! For parking- they do have a decent size lot, but it starts to fill up as the night gets later. They have valet as well!