opera menus

Enjoy delectable prix-fixe dinner options at partner restaurants guaranteed to start your opera experience on point, on budget, and on time (for curtain)!

Before arriving at Music Hall to enjoy an operatic feast for your eyes and ears, enjoy a feast for your tastebuds at one of our Opera Menus partner restaurants. Make an advanced reservation and you’re guaranteed a delightful dinner with time to make the curtain—best of all, each restaurant features a curated, prix-fixe*, 3- or 4-course Opera Menu with delectable options.

Click the restaurant logos below to review menus and pricing. Schedule your reservation for the recommended times below, and mention Opera Menus in the comments. Enjoy a great start to your night at the opera.

Available before opera performances June 18-August 2, 2026. Check individual restaurants for hours of operation.

*Not applicable with any other discount or offer, including Cincinnati Opera’s Delizioso card.


SACRED BEAST DINER

WHEN ARE OPERA MENUS AVAILABLE?

Opera Menus for Sacred Beast Diner are available throughout the opera season, running June 18-August 2, including matinées.

WHAT TIME SHOULD I MAKE A RESERVATION?

Reservations to use Opera Menus at Sacred Beast Diner should be made before 6:00 p.m. for evening performances and before 1:30 p.m. for matinées.

Where can I make a reservation?

Reservations can be made on OpenTable or through Sacred Beast Diner. Please be sure to mention Opera Menus when scheduling a reservation.


Nicola’s

WHEN ARE OPERA MENUS AVAILABLE?

Opera Menus for Nicola’s are available on evening performance dates.

WHAT TIME SHOULD I MAKE A RESERVATION?

Reservations to use Opera Menus at Nicola’s should be made between 5:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. in order to make curtain. Allow at least 2 hours for a full dining experience. (Not available for matinée performances. Closed on Sundays.)

Where can I make a reservation?

Reservations for Nicola’s can be made on OpenTable. Please be sure to mention Opera Menus when scheduling a reservation.