Decided to bring my mom here before brunch she was in town because we are French and were intrigued! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The inside is so beautiful and the patio gives a classic French cafe feel, so we definitely felt right at home.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My mom wanted to try the Gruyère cheese puffs and WOW, I've ever had anything like them. For our main dish, we both got their mussels and fries which is my favorite meal of all time and it did not disappoint. The fries were slightly mushy but I actually loved them! We finished our dinner with a cappuccino which unfortunately was VERY cream heavy. It left a weird mouth feeling and was very odd. However, overall this was an amazing dining experience! read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Restaurant was a really great vibe, with delicious authentic food from France![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service was amazing as well, the chef even came to our table to talk to us! If you are in Columbus and want to try some french food this is the place to go! read more

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Fantastic bar service for happy hour! Full service bar. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Upscale, low key atmosphere.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food is seasoned and cooked well. Highly recommended read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Cool little spot located right in the heart of downtown Columbus.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]This place is huge, with upstairs/downstairs seating and a massive outdoor seating space.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Overall the food was great, service was good and prices were reasonable. read more

Chouette - Outside - French Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Just had dessert at Chouette tonight and it was genuinely some of the best dessert I've had in a long time. Everything was incredible! I don't even know how to explain how good it was. We ordered a few to split, which made it very reasonably priced for a group. My favorite was the Apple Tarte Tatin with warm caramel and vanilla bean ice cream but honestly, every dessert was amazing. Such a perfect addition to our girls' night after dinner. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance was beautiful, everything is thoughtfully set up, and the mood lighting is chef's kiss.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]This is a beautiful restautant in downtown Columbus. They have a beautiful staircase in the center, and it is decorated for the holidays.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They have a Saturday happy hour if you sit at the bar. This was nice as we were downtown for a show at the Ohio Theatre. We ordered fries and the happy hour burger. It was all very tasty. Their cocktails were delicious too! Service was decent. The bartenders were nice but let us be. They weren't in any hurry to rush us out of there. Reservations are recommended as it got busy during the dinner hour. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The volume of the restaurant was quiet even with all the people dining.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Chouette - French Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Ambiance was a 10/10. Lighting, character of place was bougie! Service was great, our server was fun, provided great insight to the experience, and had perfect timing in terms of not around too much, but always available when needed, great knowledge of menu, and any adaltions we needed due to a few dietary restrictions. Food was top notch modern french yet with a classy and classic taste! Had appetizers and main entrees, no alcohol drinks but extensive french wine list, did have their in hpuse sparkling water, tres magnificent! No dessert either because pleasantly satisfied with the food we had. Main entrees were, salmon, rainbow trout and skirt steak. Appetizers were, raw oysters, deviled eggs and foie gras! read more

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There aren't many French restaurants in the area, especially downtown, and Chouette is a must try of you're looking for an authentic Parisian experience [[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere is fantastic, I highly recommend dining outside, it's very reminiscent of the cafes along the streets of Paris.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service is wonderful and the food is spot on. If you want to experience what real French Steak Frites tastes like, this is where you can get it; it's phenomenal! All of the different customizations you can get with your steak frites makes the experience incredibly fun as well. On top of that, everything else is also delicious, from the mussels to the ratatouille! read more

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I had the potato crusted salmon. The salmon was delicious but I wish it came with more carrots and less peas. They also had a delicious chocolate moose dessert and plenty of wine options. I also had. French 75 and that was Splendid. I also tried the cheese puffs and they were delicious. read more

Chouette - Salmon - French Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Service: sally was fantastic. First experience here and she really made the dinner pleasant. Talkative and incredibly friendly. Waters were always kept full and recommendations were flawless. Ambiance/Atmosphere: [[HIGHLIGHT]]inside is a tall but narrow dining room. Well decorated with a simple but elegant bar. Tables are nicely spaced and comfortable. This is a nice relaxed date night spot.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Food: 1. House made baguette is chewy and crispy. Inside is fluffy and soft. Flavor is good and although a jaw workout. Butter is room temp and beautifully whipped. I'd recommend. 7 2. Steak frites has tender and well seasoned steak. NY strip is meaty but juicy. The crust is well done. The bernaise is subtle but ends with a tang, tbh my least favorite bernaise I've had. I'd recommend. 6.5. Steak alone 7 The au poive adds a meaty robust flavor. I'd recommend. 7.5 3. Fries are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Well salted and has a great flavor. I'd highly recommend. 8.5 4. Celentani pasta is buttery and smooth. A rich dish that pairs excellently with the bold truffle. The lobster is soft with a slight snap. The sauce is cheesy and rich. I'd highly recommend. 8.5. It really doesn't need the truffle, without the truffle I'd say 9 5. Chocolate mousse is light and decadent. Airy and rich. The hazelnuts add a nice crunch and the salty toffee like crumble adds a saltiness that blends beautifully with the decadent sweet chocolate and the creamy whip cream. This is a delicious sweet Savory dessert. I'd highly recommend. 9 read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]What a charming restaurant in the heart of downtown Columbus.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] After we were seated, we were served some fresh warm French bread with creamy butter while we looked over the wine and food menu. The service was wonderful and the food was great. I ordered the potato and horseradish crusted salmon. I would've preferred a little bit more horseradish flavor but the salmon was cooked perfectly and delicious by itself. My friend ordered the steak frites which he said was perfect. You must save room for dessert when you come here because there's so many interesting choices. We shared the pistachio dessert which was like 3 little cream puffs with pistachio ice cream in the middle and chocolate sauce poured over the top. There was plenty to share and it was delicious. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The prices were very reasonable and the ambience was intimate and enjoyable.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Ask for their cute matchbook on your way out. read more

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I came here with two friends and we had an absolutely lovely time. The place is decorated so lovely, very French, and is very clean. The bar is a great place to sit for a drink downtown. The server was very knowledgeable on the menu and how the food was prepared. He walked us through the wine selection and the entrees it would pair with. The food was amazing, we had an array of hour deurves and for dinner I had the mussels and profiteroles for dessert which were TOO DIE FOR! This was my first time here and I will be back with my friends again. We are already planning it to try more magnificent food! read more

Chouette - Profiteroles - French Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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An actually nice fine dining experience in Columbus that's worth the money. I feel like that's kind of rare anymore. Only a few fine dining places that I would say are worth it. The ambiance is incredible. The food is great, incredible attention to detail. Get the chocolate mousse. Service is very friendly, professional. Definitely white tablecloth. read more

I was so excited to try this place but I won't lie, I was a little disappointed. My friend and I came and had a reservation and got sat immediately. We ordered the three cheese starter which was all really delicious but the waiters kept trying to take the plate when we were still finishing the cheese, which was kind of annoying. We understood that there wasn't a lot left but we wanted to finish it. I ordered the skirt steak medium rare and it was definitely medium if not medium well which was really disappointing but it was closing time so I really did not want to have them remake it esp when I was so hungry. I loved the peppercorn sauce and the roasted garlic the steak came with. When they came to pack my food though, they only gave me my steak and not my fries. Which I had the whole thing of fries left. I would like to come back and maybe try another menu item and see if the experience is different but overall it was a little disappointing when I was so excited to go read more

Went for an early dinner. It was very good overall. Tall ceiling and airy - can be loud at times, but pleasant overall. The overall vibe is upscale casual. We had a few starters - olives, cheeses, and escargot. All were fine. I had steak frites with hanger steak. Steak was nicely cooked. I ordered bordelaise sauce with it and it was fine - subtle flavor but too salty for me. The server low key recommended the au poivre sauce and I would try that next time. Fries were somewhat soggy. My son had coq au vin and loved it. Again - subtle light flavors, good quality ingredients. The pasta that came with it seemed fresh and was nicely cooked. I had strawberries with ice cream, a little crumble, whipped cream, and strawberry sauce. Delicious and light. M son had crème brûlée - it comes in a wide pan and is kinda thin ("more brûlée than crème"1 but was tasty. One thing to keep in mind is that some appetizers can be ordered any time( (from the "Pour la Table" section of the menu) but others (from the "Hors d'Ouvres" section) must be ordered with the main dishes. So some planning was needed but the timing was excellent and dishes showed up when they should without making us feel rushed. Overall very nice and definitely worth a second visit. read more

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Mixed experience here. Stopped in recently on a Saturday night. Restaurant has an extremely regal vibe to it as soon as you walk in. Intimately sized but not generally crammed. Our table was however quite crammed and right next to the staircase. It felt very much in the middle of the floor. Our sever Jessica L was kind but definitely felt like she was rushing us; before we had even finished our dinner she was asking about dessert and dropped the check off. This was an 8:30 reservation too, so by the time we left the restaurant was quieting down. Seemed very unnecessary. Food however was exquisite. Had the lobster linguine with Gruyère Mac and cheese on the side. Delicious, perfectly cooked, and would happily order both again. Also had the Applewood Smoked Bacon Tarte Flambee which was also perfect as an app. Overall, would like to give this place a try again. The food is delicious and everyone that works. there is very nice, but I do think it would be nice to not feel rushed. read more

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Could have been better! We've been waiting a while to try dinner here and to be fair I am going with 2 stars. My partner loves French dining, so we were excited to check it out and made reservation way in advance of Christmas. Chouette was our choice for a little post-holiday dinner for two and unwind before heading back to work. While the evening was relaxing, the experience fell short and below expectations overall, especially for the price. A friend that had a similar experience said it was because we went on Sunday and that is not their A-Team. I guess I would say OVERALL the food was good, but the timing and service didn't match the expectations. For example, the $39 hanger steak was served cold by the time it got to the table, and the Black Truffle & Foie Gras butter didn't even melt. I mentioned it to the server and asked her not to make a big deal about it but offering feedback. They took $19 off the bill which was nice, however, they forgot to include the leftover steak in our take-home bag with the chicken and mac and cheese, which was beyond disappointing. I ordered this for the Black Truffle & Foie Gras butter and thought maybe I can microwave it and enjoy the other half at home. My partner had the Coq au Vin, which was flavorful but seemed like it had been kept warm in the oven. The Mac & Cheese, Soup, and desserts were great. Additionally wanted to point out there was no presenting and tasting of the wine, nor inspecting the cord when brought to the table. It was pop and pour. We also had to replenish our own wine glasses during the meal and weren't offered another drink (we didn't need one but still). All of this felt off for the setting and the experience the restaurant is suppose to offer. Additionally, No one asked how our food was, if it was cooked to temperature, how the meal was going during the meal, etc. For food, we ordered: -Deviled Eggs $9 -French Onion Soup $18 -Gruyere Mac & Cheese $10 -Coq au Vin $38 -Hanger Steak and Frites $39 -Bottle of Catherine et Pierre Breton, Trinch! Cab Franc $74 -Chocolate Mousse $14 -Crepes Suzette $15 It was a nice Sunday evening to spend together, and the food had good flavors, but the service, attention to detail, and the main entrees left something to be desired. I doubt I will return with so many great options in Columbus. read more

Chouette - Devilled Eggs - French Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Nice iteration of a French Bistro. Some hits some misses. We came for lunch. Environment 5*. Outdoor seating will be stupendous in the spring. Menu. 4*. Great potential. Quiche was superb. Onion soup decent but overpriced. Great bread/sweet butter. Ham sandwich meh. Fries were excellent. Desert menu is limited and hits all the right selections but we did not partake. Wine menu is extensive. My Rosé was superb. Service was 2*. The very young staff needs a lot more coaching. Our server did not know the menu at all. Their unis are nice looking Bistro chíc. Do not sit at the tables that are located under the stairs. We will return to see about dinner I'm sending good vibes, downtown Columbus needs this type of food option. read more

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We came to Chouette as a parents night out as we had seen and heard lots about the restaurant. Entering the space was charming as the decor was classy and upscale with a beautiful bar and what looked like a nice patio. We ended up sitting inside given the weather when we went and unfortunately, one of the largest drawbacks of this restaurant is the spacing between tables. I'm not a large person, but even I felt awkward getting in and out of the seats based on how closely the tables are spaced. I would highly recommend requesting a table not along the wall as some of the other tables are placed much more comfortably. We started with cocktails and appetizers having the gougeres and escargots - the gougeres are easy to share and good for groups, but I wasn't blown away by them. The escargots appetizer was good being garlicky and buttery as they should be. For entrees, I was disappointed the duck was not on the menu when we went, but I ended up with the lobster, truffle pasta and my wife had the coq au vin. The truffle pasta was different than the linguini I had seen on the menu previously and I thought it was fine, but not amazing. The dish felt a little dry with a fairly meager portion of lobster. The coq au vin was actually quite good and what I would recommend for anyone visiting. On the whole, given the price point, I thought it was a fine experience, but likely prefer other restaurants in Columbus. Stop by if you want French cuisine in an upscale and beautiful restaurant, but again, be sure to try the patio or a table that has some space. read more

We came here for a late dinner after a show at the Riffe center. The ambiance is very nice and the service was fantastic. My wife and I shared the escargot, which was excellent. We also shared the Caesar salad, which was pretty mediocre -- almost like eating raw lettuce leaves, nothing exciting. For dinner, I ordered the duck confit, which came on a bed of lentils. The duck breast was delicious, although a tad overcooked. The dug leg wasn't particularly flavorful until you mixed it with the lentils and the sauce at the bottom. But overall great presentation and tasty. My wife got the lobster linguine. She liked it very much. And for dessert we shared their crème bruele, which was delicious. I should mention that I enjoyed their cocktails and the bread service was nice as well. I honestly oscillated between 4 and 5 stars here and in this case I would usually give it the higher score. But based on my one visit so far, and the price point it which it competes, it's much closer to 4 stars rather than 5 stars. But this is nonetheless a fine restaurant and I look forward to trying some other dishes here. read more

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Chouette was simply amazing. The food was unique and the wine was incredible. My wife and I have been excited to try this since it opened. We had to start with the French onion soup. It was out of this world. I was talked into ordering the trout and the Mac and Cheese by the server's enthusiasm. Special shoutout to Brad, as he was very friendly and accommodating. read more

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Truly outstanding. To be candid, I waited awhile to try this "hot spot" so it could work out the kinks. Now that I've been, I predict that this will become one of our mainstays and a place to impress out of town friends. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere is classic French bistro with some nods to the hip-- mascot owls placed rather inconspicuously and a custom printed table motif.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service was friendly and attentive. The World French Restaurant designation that Chouette earned, which places it among only 21 other restaurants worldwide, is evident through the restaurant's use of the finest ingredients, such as rich French butter. The dishes are deliciously executed. The burgers are top notch, the apple tarte tatin is a standout, and I can honestly say that Chouette boasts some of the best fries I've ever enjoyed. The cocktails and wine list are likewise superb. I had high expectations for Chouette, and they were greatly exceeded. I will return regularly and recommend it to my friends! read more

Pasta was incredible, simple and light but tasty. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The interior is very cool and the bar seems to be a good place for the future.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The 12 oz strip with peppercorn sauce was great, but not outstanding. Fries were the best part of the steak dish IMO. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Cool spot glad I tried it out.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I would definitely try a more French speciality dish next time. read more

Chouette - Celentani Pasta - French Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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First visit to Chouette was an experience to remember. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The setting is cozy and upscale, I really enjoyed the upstairs loft seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It felt very French with the paper table setting and the delicious bread and butter that was served to the table.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We had a pitcher of the Le Fleur cocktail which was a delightful pink color with great fruity floral flavor. The deviled eggs and cheese plate were an excellent way to start the meal, especially by ordering soft cheeses which could be spread onto the delicious bread. The Celentani pasta was one of the richest dishes I have ever had, and I would have licked the plate if I could. Service was also fantastic, as we did not feel rushed to order everything at once and get out, but rather we could order one plate at a time and enjoy the setting of a prolonged dinner with friends. This was probably the most French part of the experience as classically American restaurants want customers to get in and get out. Will definitely go back for a date night or birthday dinner and I want to check out the happy hour as well! read more

Chouette - Celentani pasta, bread and butter, potato puree and dauphinoise potatoes - French Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

I was feeling a tad hungry last week while I was scrolling on TikTok and then a video about Chouette came up and I knew I had to visit. Located in the heart of downtown Columbus is this chic French restaurant. I chose this spot as it looked to have a cute bar area. The bar is first come first serve and patrons are granted access to their entire menu. I started out my experience by trying the strawberry and geranium margarita. The margarita was good, but was served in a smaller glass than I had hoped for. After my drink, I ordered the French onion soup and a side order of the frites. Oh man!!!! This was the absolute best French onion soup that I've had in my life- so many picturesque cheese pulls. The frites were also cooked to perfection and you have a multitude of dipping sauce options. I didn't indulge in dessert during my visit, but they also boast quite a long list that I plan to try in the future. read more

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Food was very delicious. A little pricey, but delicious variety of options from starters to salads to main courses. High recommend the salmon dish and chocolate mousse dessert. They have some GF options which was nice. The inside was beautiful and very elegant ambience. They also have a large outdoor patio for dining. There were lots of staff and service help. Our server on the other hand was not the best! We had an awful checkout. A group of us were there for a friend's birthday. The bill obviously came as one large bill we asked if it could be split the server said yes when the bills came back three out of the five bills were incorrect and had other peoples food on it and drinks. We asked him to correct it and he did so we sent him with our cards and when he came back three out of the five receipts were charged to the wrong card!! How? When we specifically put each card in a different section of the receipt book so they were singly with the correct receipt. This was very frustrating and annoying and cannot understand how this happened. read more

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Had lunch there with my daughter. We shared the endives and beet salad, really enjoyed the subtle blue cheese and dressing. We ordered mussels and fries, also the crepe gratinee, to basically split and taste both dishes. Those were the best mussels I ever ate in a US restaurant. The broth was so delicious that we asked for spoons after dipping our fries in it. The crepe was loaded with mushrooms, topped with an egg and cheese sauce, just as delicious as one you can eat in the region of Brittany, France. Crème brûlée was the perfect ending in addition to the free chocolate mousse offered to celebrate my birthday. Our waitress was lovely and attentive. Both planning to visit again soon. Frenchie. read more

Oui, Oui. What a great meal and dining experience. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere makes you feel like you are in a high end Parisian Bistro with wonderful food and service.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I enjoyed the beet salad, a cheese platter, baguette, and mussels. It was perfect. I will make this a new favorite on my Columbus list. read more

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Everything was perfect. The Host walked up to me the moment I walked in the door and shook my hand and asked me how I was I told him I was starving and the food was all amazing. I had the Caesar salad and the steak frites. Oh, and the French onion soup. 5 stars and these roads these roads suck read more

I have not had a French meal in awhile, and certainly not coq a vin. The flavors were spot in, thiugh (personally) I would have preferred mashed potatoes over egg noodles. The tarte tatin was exceptional !! I wanted to lick the remaining caramel sauce out of the little pitcher they serve it in. But, no, I resisted. Highly recommend. Great service, plus it was nice to sit outside. read more

Chouette - Tarte Tatin - French Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

It was great fun being able to coordinate a sister double date night at Chouette. It was all of our first time here and the atmosphere, service, cocktails, and food did not disappoint! We started with cocktails at the bar where the bartender was super friendly. I loved my sidecar and Dan enjoyed his bourbon & citrus-based Stone Fence. Mandy had her usual champagne while Brian's Laurier martini had an unexpected savoriness from the bayleaf infused vodka. The bartender was very attentive and friendly. Off to a good start! We moved to a table for an exquisite dinner starting with a delicious Pâté de Campagne that is paired with a delightful celery root remoulade, gherkins, and grilled bread. The big Atlantic oysters came with a Champagne Mignonette and Cocktail Sauce. All four entrées were very well received, but we all liked our own the best. I couldn't pass up the beautiful bouillabaisse with snapper, lobster, shrimp, and mussels in a flavorful saffron rouille poured tableside. Dan really loved his rainbow Trout topped with a pretty blend of cauliflower, capers, croutons, and pea shoots. It had a bit of a sole meunière flavor profile and was VERY good. Mandy's rich butter poached lobster was served over linguine with oyster mushrooms and an earthy porcini cream sauce. Brian commented that his halibut (the special) was floating on a cloud of braised leeks in a buttery wine sauce. I appreciated the portion sizes and that sides needed to be ordered separately. Aside from the potatoes that came in my stew, there were enough accompaniments with the other dishes that the main entree was plenty. As much as I wanted to try the pear dessert, it would have been too much. So espressos and coffee to finish - then a pop over to Hank's, Chouette's sister restaurant across the street- for a nightcap. We have been talking about how nice our experience was and how fabulous the food, service, and ambiance is. Already looking forward to going back! read more

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The food was delicious but not very memorable. The cauliflower steak was undercooked. The Mac and cheese were delicious. The green beans are basic and limp looking. The steak nicely cooked. The cheese plate is delicious and I would have loved to eat everything we ordered but wait staff are so quick to clear our table while we are still grazing! We didn't spend $450 (excluding tip) to not be able to finish our appetizers and entrees. [[HIGHLIGHT]]So come to Chouette if you want a beautiful space and if you are on a diet; rest assure you won't get to finish your meal.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The staff will save you from enjoying all the food you ordered and they won't offer to put the leftovers in a box for later. The wait staff are funny and nice but they will make you feel rush by quickly clearing the plates without consulting the patrons. It makes me wonder if this is a Chouette house policy issue and not a server issue. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There are so many other restaurants in Columbus with small spaces. I have never felt rushed dining at Speck, Agni, Stav, or at Haru Omakase. I would rather be a repeat dinner guest at these establishments. They will make you feel at ease.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

First visit to Chouette was outstanding! Vibrant patio and perfect weather to match! The 3 starters of escargot, chicken liver mousse and steak tartare are definite reorders the next visit!! The trout as a main dish was exceptional! Unfortunately by this time we didn't have the appetite for any cheeses or dessert...slightly disappointed with the seafood bouillabaise, lacked a little overall flavor but as a total experience it's definitely one of my favorite in Columbus!! read more

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Briny oysters at happy hour which runs on weekends, the baguette plus whipped butter best in the city. Salad lyonnaise a toast to how a well poached egg can transform frisée. Coq au vin tasty but sorely lacking any real vegetable as advertised, filet w/au poivre sauce melt in your mouth! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Beautiful wine selections and patio vibe make this a perfect spot for apps or a full tilt meal.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Chouette is so charming! We really enjoyed everything we had. We started with cocktails and wine- the Bramble was a great fruity drink that wasn't overly sweet, I ended up sticking with that the whole night. The bread came out hot and fresh- we were a little disappointed in the butter it was served with (we thought it would be high-quality French butter), but the bread was so good. For dinner, we started with the tarte flambée, which I highly recommend- it's an Alsatian specialty that's not easy to find in the USA. The crust was so perfectly light and crispy, I've never had one like it. I was also really pleasantly surprised to see boudin blanc on the menu- it was such a cozy and comforting dish, served with mashed potatoes and plums. The peach melba was our favorite dessert- it's a total showstopper, the raspberry sauce it was topped with was so tart and really brightened up the whole dish. We really enjoyed our entire meal and would definitely recommend dining here! read more

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I was so excited for this restaurant when I heard about it a few months ago. I'm a French teacher, I've lived in France and have been many times, Columbus needs more French restaurants in my opinion. Made a 5pm reservation on a Tuesday because we were seeing a 730 show. I just assumed we'd need some time for dinner because French dining is longer than the normal American experience. We were greeted warmly by the hostess, and decided to eat inside rather than outside, even though it's very cute and appealing outside too. The restaurant looks soooo french. Like a nice little French bistro all the way though. Some areas look a little darker, some a little tight. But I think they made great use of the space. For drinks, I loved the cocktail options, I couldn't decide between the French 75 and the Épicé, but I'm a sucker for a mezcal and wow- it was incredible. My beau got the Laurier martini- he liked it but said it had a little too much going on, he likes a more classic dirty martini, but I thought it was fabulous. They also had some really nice mocktail selection. Tons of French wines to choose from, most that I had no idea what they were, but they do have a sommelier to help (or at least that's what I think I observed at another table). We started with a cheese course. Usually that comes at the end of the meal in France, but we're in the USA darn it and I wanted cheese first. We really enjoyed the three we chose- the délice de Bourgogne especially was similar to a cream cheese, but better. We also got the Camembert- the most popular cheese in France, and the mimolette which was a harder cheese. we liked all the fruits and accoutrement that came with the cheese. nice bread and butter service- wish there was a gluten free option though. Overall, the cheese was a great option, and very filling. At this point the restaurant was getting busy and we hadn't seen our waiter in awhile, I read other reviews talking about servers going missing for a long time- maybe they don't have enough on staff? Anyways, we flagged him down to get our main dishes ordered. I went with the vegetarian gluten free option- cauliflower steak, and my bf got the tenderloin with bordelaise sauce. It came with frites but he got the puréed potatoes instead and ordered a side of ratatouille. My cauliflower was spectacular- loved the sides with it, just really delicious. He said his steak was good, but just was missing something. I think he'd opt for the butter pairing next time. The ratatouille was great too- he especially liked it. We were too full for dessert unfortunately. Overall a great experience, it's nice to have a really solid upscale restaurant downtown. Great atmosphere, loved the vibe, good service , can't wait to come back. read more

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Sydney D was the best server and took great care of my baby grand during our time at Chouette. Gruyère Mac & Cheese $12 Vegetarian Ratatouille $12 Gluten-free, Vegetarian Linguine, Butter Poached Maine Lobster ......34 Artichoke, Blistered Tomato, Fennel Pollen, Lemon read more

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Underwhelming at best. Lackluster (albeit not there) service - and food that besides the "Dirty Caesar" was almost inedible. All items were cold (which was good for the salad at least!) when they were delivered to our table - fries, mussels, burger, haricot verts, etc. Thought perhaps since it was Easter Sunday brunch, they would bring their A game, nope! I hope Columbus diners know this is NOT one of the better restaurants in the city. Many better options exist. read more

I had the "Chouette on the fly" lunch, which is advertised as $22 for "select one: house salad or vichyssoise" and "jambon beurre pomme frites." To translate, that says a ham butter [sandwich] and fries. I asked if I could swap any type of cheese or veggies for the jambon (ham) and was told no, there's cheese on it already and all we can do is just remove the ham. I said fine, can you throw on some lettuce or something, I'm not picky, and the server acted very put out. She confirmed that I wanted fries. Of course I wanted fries! I received a lettuce sandwich, no ham no cheese. I did not receive fries. She said fries do not come with this meal. I said that's not what the menu states, and also you asked if I want fries! She said that's what I thought too but chef confirmed we're both wrong. She said I can just bring you some fries. Silly me that I though she was capitulating and giving me the fries we both agreed I got with the meal. Nope. I got charged $11 for a side of fries. So I paid $33 for a lunch portion of soup, a lettuce sandwich, and fries. I hate to leave a local restaurant a bad review but this is terrible customer service. read more

100/10 My server Dallas was so freaking good! Her energy, your poise, wine knowledge EVERYTHING. The supporting staff (runner, host, cooking staff) only elevated my experience. Wine wrong? No problem - fixed without hesitation. The food? Sublime!!! I asked to shake the chefs hand. I had a bad day at work and all my woes melted away at Chouette! Will 100% be returning when I visit Columbus again! Totally worth every penny. read more

Chouette - French Near Me - Columbus, Ohio