An Evening at Nicola's
Refined Italian dining and unhurried conversation
- City
- Cincinnati
- Venue
- Nicola's
- The table
- Eight guests, one host, one empty seat
- Reservation
- $200 — refundable+ your own meal
- Date
- Shared after you reserve
We don't sell seats at a specific dinner. Reserve, tell us when you're free, and we'll match you to the table that's right.
Eight guests, one host, and one empty seat left intentionally bare — our reminder of the night's quiet centre. Candlelight, a beautifully set table, and a long pause before dessert.
- 01Burrata, heirloom tomato, basil oil
- 02House-made tagliatelle, wild mushroom, truffle
- 03Herb-crusted lamb, white bean purée, rosemary
- 04Dark chocolate torta, espresso crema
Wine pairings prepared by the host. Dietary notes welcomed at reservation.
Jason Cox
Jason is the founder and former owner of Hammer & Nails Men's Grooming, Bourbon Bar & Cigar Lounge in Hyde Park — a business he grew to over 1,000 members in less than 36 months. A serial entrepreneur, he credits much of his success to a strategic gift for helping people achieve what they want in life and connecting them to the right people. He believes give-and-take is maximized when you give first, and his most natural talent is the simplest: organic, unpretentious conversation, and genuine kindness. The Empty Seat is that belief, set at a table.