What a train wreck…read more.. I have given very few 2 star ratings in all the reviews I have done over the last 10 years but this was bad. We wanted to try something new in Heath and Thiango's popped up so we tried it. The interior is nicely decorated but it still had some Christmas decorations up in mid February so that should have been a clue that something was a little off. When we got seated and settled in we realized that it was really cold interior restaurant - like 60 degrees cold. The waiter, Shawn, was horrible forgot our drink order - 3 times. He suggested having the seafood so that is what we had. I had the seafood platter which was OK - the salmon was over cooked and they forgot to put the crab in it. When I pointed out the lack of crab they told me they would get me a side of shrimp? Wifie had the salmon platter with linguini covered in rose vodka sauce which the salmon was over cooked but the rose vodka sauce was really good. It took forever to get the food out and the waiter stopped by so infrequently that our drinks spent more time empty than one could imagine. They offered to bring us more bread but they ran out. The bread was good also. This would have been a great place to dine if it was not for the poor service, the overcooked fish, the cold temperature of the resturant, the forgotten crab, the empty drinks, this lack of bread, ...

Our experience was great! Short review summary: Kids eat free on Sunday made the process awesome,…read moreservice was very good, and food was pretty good. Decor was fine despite the remnants of the old brand still there. More info, for those that care: In my type A personality I noticed a lot. Sure there is still decor that needs attention, like Christmas lights still up (must be a choice on purpose), a few paint locations need touched up, and yes, three surfboards still mounted to the ceiling from the old restaurant, but it didn't change the ambiance much. Music was nice (smooth jazz was playing) and most of all, food was pretty good and price was great. The free appetizer bread was really good, my Chicken Marsala was good, and my wife's Chicken Alfredo was really good. The kids spaghetti and Alfredo cheese ravioli were good too. Nothing tasted like Olive Garden, it had a unique local taste (BTW if you didn't know OG pasta is just bagged and boiled- as someone who works in the kitchen, they'll tell you). Overall the food was cooked well, sauce tastes handmade - salad dressing on my side salad definitely did (balsamic) and despite there being some generic things like iceberg lettuce and generic mushrooms, it tasted pretty good. I think what made it the best was our service, which was outstanding. The place was a ghost town, there was one other party there and us. So we should have had great service. The main host/waiter was great though despite the good timing (he welcomed us and responded to anything we needed quickly). Finally, the price was awesome! We got 2 adult meals and 2 kids meals, with kids eat free on Sundays, so our bill was $43 before tip. Overall we hope to go back and try another time. If you haven't been recently, you should definitely go back and try it again!

The local interwebs suggested that this place might be worth the trip…read more The local interwebs were surprisingly accurate and if anything, understated. We arrived at 4:55 PM recognizing that we didn't have a reservation... I mean, what restaurant is packed right away when it opens? As it turns out this place is packed as soon as the doors open. They seat 40 on the high end according to the owner. We know this because he stopped to check on our experience, TWICE, while managing a full house. The food was superb. The price was fair, and given the quality, maybe even (dare I say?) a great value overall. For a red and white checkered tablecloth Italian dining experience, these guys are RIGHT on the money, RIGHT on the service, RIGHT on the quality. You can spend more but you won't get more. This place is worth every bit of five stars.

Pros: Worth the wait! The food is incredible…read more The specials are creative and delicious The Lemoncello is a must try! Cons: We booked our reservation 2 months in advance Limited seating Pro tip: The patio opens at 5pm and is first come, first served.

Wow! What a surprise! I normally have a lot of negative things to say about Italian restaurants in…read morethe area but this was amazing! This tiny little spot really hit the nail on the head having a beautiful variety of food and all being amazing! I have returned 2 add'll times with friends. Only downside is - I don't know if they don't have air-conditioning or because it's such a small restaurant and the door opening. If it's hot outside, it's definitely very hot in the restaurant. So I tend to avoid in the hot summer months.

Very odd... heard great things and got a charcuterie board to go... $17 for this??? 2 pieces of…read morecheese... not what I was expecting!!!

Tonight's super foodie meetup was at Scali Ristorante. Seventeen of us enjoyed the lovely Italian…read morerestaurant! Italian cuisine is known for its delicious regional variations. At the table Zuppa $8.00 Mamma Scali's southern Italian version of wedding soup with cheese tortellini, mini meatballs, pulled chicken, and vegetables Stuffed Mushrooms $11.00 Capicola and salami blended together with a mixture of Italian cheeses & baked in a light butter Lasagna $21.00 Meat sauce, ricotta, romano, mozzarella, provolone and salami baked between five layers of pasta Gnocchi $23.00 Tossed in our house pink sauce Penne Arrabiata $17.00 Penne pasta tossed in a spicy fresh tomato sauce with roasted red peppers, green peppers Pollo Mediterraneano $28.00 Fresh Gerber chicken breast scallopini, dredged in flour and sauteed with Roman artichokes, kalamata olives, sundried tomato pesto, roasted red peppers in a Marsala wine butter sauce Pistachio With Fudge Or Stracciatella Gelato $11.00 with whipped cream and wafer cookie roll

Hidden gem! Authentic, family-owned, superb Italian food. Recommend making a reservation for…read moreweekends. Recommendations: Shrimp Alfredo, mushroom appetizer, meatball appetizer, the Lu Lu, and the lemon tort desert. They usually have great specials so check them out to catch an off-menu treat. Staff are polite, attentive, and welcoming

Villa Nova does not disappoint! Came here today for lunch and the Saturday crowd was hopping…read more Service was good, ambience is charming and food was delicious with generous servings. I had the legendary chicken parm - it's hard to imagine better - and loved the breadsticks and salad with delicious homemade sweet n sour dressing. My guy had the chicken crunch - a delicious choice. No room for desserts. Brought home plenty of leftovers. Love this place for comforting, hearty Italian!

I go to Columbus quite a bit to relive my college days at Ohio State and I'm always looking for a…read moregreat Italian restaurant. Well, Villa Nova, does it all well. I went on a random Wednesday night and the place was packed. But, the service was still with a smile and quick. Your classic old school Italian restaurant in the interior, you can almost see the old gang there in the 70s. Let's talk about the food. First, they offer you a salad or soup with your entrée. I chose the Italian wedding soup and it was quite pleasant. Not a big salad guy, but I'm told that their salad was pretty decent and they're Italian dressing as well. I ordered the spaghetti and meatballs, which is definitely classic with me. I was a big fan of the dish. They use more like a fettuccine noodle, but it doesn't get in the way of the great taste. The sauce is a sweet sauce and complements the excellent meatballs well. I am also a huge fan of their bread. Overall, a really enjoyable meal and an old-school Italian restaurant.

Amazing food!! Intimate atmosphere, great service. Best lasagna I've ever had by far ( and that's…read morewhy I've ordered at every Italian restaurant I've visited). Great cocktails and dessert as well. You need to try this place. PS: plenty of leftovers even better the next day!

A birthday dinner to remember. The intimate setting. Personal service with great attention to…read moredetail. Delicious food that took me back to my grandfather's meals. We had the burrata, chicken parmesan, the special pasta of the night, a chicken thigh & Italian sausage dish with a white wine sauce, the lemon sorbet and a cappuccino to close it out. Then a cannoli as a gift from the restaurant and serenaded by the others in the dining room. Truly a special night, can't wait to go back.

They was very kind when I called my food would come on time. It was hot. The driver was very sweet…read more Very kind. I'll always order from Gibbis

Fracasso's is now the new center village pizza! Stopped in…read morefor dinner and everything was amazing We ordered the hot honey pizza which was delicious, I also got a sausage sub that was also superb my wife got a Italian sub which she said was way above your normal Italian Also very friendly staff and very clean Oh, and don't forget the waffle fries for desert!!!

We had a wonderful experience! Our server, Allie, was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable about…read morethe menu. Her recommendations were spot on, and everything we ordered was delicious. We were celebrating a birthday, and she even offered to take pictures for us, which was such a thoughtful touch and made the occasion feel extra special. Ethan, our server assistant, was equally fantastic. He made sure our drinks were always full and kept the table cleared promptly, helping everything run smoothly throughout our meal. The food was excellent, the atmosphere was great, and the outstanding service from both Allie and Ethan truly made our visit memorable. We can't wait to come back!

This may have jumped into my top three favorite restaurants in Columbus! Wow! The patio has to…read morerival the best of what Columbus patio season offers. It's pricey but it's well worth it. The server was very knowledgeable. The wine list is immaculate. I am still thinking about this restaurant four days later. I can't wait to go back.