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amazing food, service was great and food arrived quickly, lovely restaurant with wide menu options…read more didnt try the dessert, but im sure its also delicious

We had the BEST night at Marcella's celebrating both my niece's birthday and her new law fellowship…read morein Boston! Our table was perfect for the four of us, with a curved booth and two additional chairs that made for a cozy, comfortable setting. When we arrived, there was a personalized birthday card waiting on the table. Since her birthday is still a week away, she was completely surprised and touched by the thoughtful gesture. Our server, Anders, was outstanding. He struck the perfect balance of being attentive without being intrusive, frequently refilling our water glasses and offering excellent wine recommendations throughout the evening. We started with the arancini, which was absolutely delicious. Everyone else ordered salads, so I felt compelled to join them. Anders suggested a half Italian salad, and it turned out to be the perfect portion. For my entrée, I chose the mushroom ravioli in a cream sauce, which was the evening's special. It did not disappoint! Every dish at the table was thoroughly enjoyed, and everyone cleaned their plates. For dessert, my niece chose the lemon tart, which Anders presented with a candle, adding another special touch to the celebration. When I asked for his recommendation, he suggested the tiramisu. Wow! It was incredible and the perfect way to end the meal. Overall, it was a fantastic evening filled with great food, exceptional service, and wonderful family memories. We can't wait to come back!

Interior August 2025 after remodel

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Lola & Giuseppe's Trattoria

4.5(651 reviews)

5.3 mi

The food is so delicious and the service is outstanding! Small restaurant so reserve your seating…read moreweeks In advance. Worth the wait!

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.

Bruschetta

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Eggplant parm

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What a gorgeous ambience. The plants, the coziness, the retro art and chandeliers to the dim lights…read more- very well done. We really enjoyed our meal here. We tried the bread service, the whipped ricotta, and the fritto misto. For me, this was the best fritto misto I've ever had. It was truly lightly fried, tasted very fresh and the sauce, balanced it perfectly. For our main, I had the Scarpinocc. It was not on my radar at all until our server mentioned that it was one of her favorite dishes and she recommended it. I paired it with grilled chicken and I'm so happy that I did. It was wonderful. My husband had the Piedmontese filet mignon and he is an avid steak guy and he said it was excellent. He also really enjoyed the Gorgonzola cream. For dessert, I had the hazelnut torte, and it was excellent. Excellent flavor, light and airy, and also sometimes dense. Would highly recommend trying out this restaurant.

Hands down one of the best Italian restaurants I ever experienced. The entrance was beautiful, the…read morevibe inside was intimate and elevated, service was on top of it, and the food was amazing! If you like calamari, you will love this one - so tender and the batter was light but so crispy! The peach salad had sweet peaches and they really brightened the salad. I also loved the cheese on the salad - brought it all together. The pasta was perfect - al dente and the sauce was so flavorful and rich. I would definitely come back again. Give this place a try!

The Garden Terrazzo, heated in winter

Lemon Tart with whipped cream and raspberries

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Burrata with roasted tomatoes, pesto and extra virgin olive oil

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Amazing service! Marcus was our server and just the best. The food was delicious. The menu is…read moresmall and the pasta is all homemade. The focaccia bread is the best I've ever had.

Celebrated a friend's birthday here. Service was wonderful, food was delicious, and the space was…read morebeautiful. Will definitely be back!

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Gem salad. Arguably the best salad I've ever had.

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Dining area

La Tavola

4.5(348 reviews)

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Service was good and actually really fast! Our pasta came out in like six minutes... so something…read moreto keep in mind if you're trying to extend date night. The ambiance was good too! And the food -- yum!

Absolutely wonderful waitress, Calista! She explained the…read moremenu and the restaurant, can tell she takes pride. Food was wonderful. We ordered two bottles of wine and three dinners plus a pizza as appetizers. Pizza was perfect.

Dining view

Pepperoni pizza with mushrooms added

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Ricotta Arugula Salad

Basi Italia

4.4(451 reviews)

4.1 mi•Victorian Village

Great place. You should go if you're in town for the first time. Great neighborhood. Food was…read morewonderful and the staff was tops.

Went for my birthday dinner and it was very mediocre. I got the shrimp pomodoro linguine and the…read moreshrimp was SO overcooked. I couldn't even eat them all. The dish overall lacked flavor. However, the roasted beets + carrots app was super good. That was the best thing of the evening. Overall, I just didn't love it and probably wouldn't go back. A pet peeve of mine is also when you put a note in a reservation or fill in why you're coming and then there's no acknowledgment. Some restaurants are really good about that and make it feel special and basi didn't.

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Moretti's Restaurant

As a Destin, FL native now living in Dublin, OH, I've been on the hunt for the best spots around…read morehere. A coworker of mine suggested this place to me a year ago when I started my new job. After skimming through the reviews I was a bit hesitant on coming here, but honestly I can assure you that the only thing I regret is not trying this place sooner. My boyfriend and I noticed it was in a small plaza and our first thought was that a "hole in the wall" place are usually the best so we were immediately excited. I did make a 6pm reservation after reading the reviews even though it was Wednesday and we were seated on arrival. We noticed the place was starting to get packed so I do agree that making a reservation would be best or try to avoid coming here on the weekends if you have issues with waiting or being crammed in small places. From start to finish, everything was a delight. Here's what we savored: * The homemade bread and butter- simply fantastic. I was going to ask for warm bread after reading a review, but since the waitress brought it out immediately I didn't mind and honestly it didn't need to be warm because it was good as is. The butter IS a true winner. I had to pace myself because I didn't want to fill up too soon! * Apps: WARNING portions are generous enough to be meals! We couldn't believe they were appetizers when it was brought out. Crab Cake- I've eaten a lot of crab cakes and I will say no, this wasn't the best crab cake I've had in my life BUT it was definitely a really good crab cake. Especially one with no breading. It was served with a delicious lemon butter sauce. Whoever wrote that the sauce was "sour" in a review made me giggle while eating this because I mean the sauce has lemon in it... hence the name, but even so the flavors were perfectly balanced and I enjoyed every bite. Fried Eggplant- okay my taste buds went over the moon with this one. An absolute standout. The eggplant was cooked to near perfection, and the creamy tomato sauce was to die for. 10/10! It was such a flavorful dish. Tossed Salad- a fresh, vibrant salad with a vinaigrette dressing so addictive we finished it in minutes. This is a unique salad because of the bow tie pasta in it. The tomatoes and green beans that also come in the salad are a nice touch and very enjoyable. * Entree- my boyfriend ordered the Chicken Marsala and he loved it! The chicken was cooked flawlessly, and the pasta was incredibly soft--possibly one of the best texture I've ever experienced. The marsala sauce was rich and flavorful. Ravioli- I opted for the spinach noodles with ricotta cheese and chose the link sausage. I also asked to have the crumbled sausage added as well (for an extra charge) because I needed to try this sausage that everyone has been talking about..... This Morettis sausage recipe does NOT disappoint. If you don't like "spice" you won't like it because it does have a kick to it, but I enjoy spicy. I will say I'm a fan of the crumbled sausage over the links though. It may be the same thing??? but I could go without the link casing. The ravioli were massive, perfectly stuffed, and absolutely delicious. Dessert: We couldn't resist not ordering and trying the dessert so we took it to go. They were offering a caramel apple cheesecake. After the food coma wore off, we enjoyed it at home, and I fell even more in love with this place. It's unlike anything I've tasted--cheesecake with apples inside is a game-changer! Every sauce and dish was outstanding, bursting with flavor and made with care. Karen took excellent care of us, making us feel welcome and ensuring we had a fantastic first experience. We're already planning our return to explore more of the menu. Thank you for a wonderful dinner. This place truly exceeded my expectations!

We hadn't been to Moretti's in years, and decided to give it a try this summer. The first time we…read moretried they were closed for summer vacation. The second time was when we found out they close at 8pm. The third time was a charm - we had a 6:15 reservation, and were seated promptly since that was apparently considered the late end of the dinner hour. Our party of six contained three people in their 40's and three 75+. We felt like we brought down the average age significantly. It was like being at a slightly upscale MCL. But LOUD. Like as in could not converse with the person next to you without shouting level loud. The bread and butter were the highlight - fresh bread and a wonderful compound butter with garlic, onion, and herbs. The wedding soup was also very good, with enormous slabs of chicken and vegetables, but oddly no meatballs. The salads were creative, incorporating pasta, green beans, and other items rarely seen in a standard side salad. The entrees were where things got weird. Unlike most of our party, I like mushrooms - but I'm not sure I've ever seen a menu with so many of them. Even the otherwise traditional chicken Parmesan had a large assortment of them scattered across the top. They were tasty, but there did not seem to be any consideration of presentation or general compatibility with the primary ingredients. The vast majority of items are in red sauce, which was fine but not particularly memorable. The piccata sauce was reminiscent of the lemon substance served over fried chicken at old school Chinese restaurants. We shared the tiramisu and caramel apple cheesecake, both of which were wonderful but neither of which was made by the restaurant according to the server. Even with the relative scarcity of Italian restaurants in Columbus, I suspect it will be a few more decades before we circle back to Moretti's again - but if we identify the source of the bread or desserts, we will be first in line at those places.

Egg plant appetizer

Veal Moretti

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The front door

Forno Kitchen + Bar

4.2(1.2k reviews)

3.7 mi•Short North

Ambiance is great! Got the cucumber spicy marg that was very tasty and would recommend. The brunch…read moreburger is the worst burger I've had. The patty is flash fried and charred. Most humans can make a better burger at home.

We had such a great experience at Forno! The pizzas were delicious, but the Brussels sprouts were…read morehands down my favorite thing we ordered -- they were SO good! The drinks were also amazing. The staff was super helpful, friendly, and fun, which made the whole experience even better. I was in Columbus for a conference and Forno was recommended to me, and I'm so glad I decided to give it a try. It was definitely one of the highlights of my trip! Great food, great drinks, great atmosphere, and an even better staff. I'll absolutely be back the next time I'm in Columbus!

Left side of restaurant

Margherita

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Pasqualone's Ristorante

4.4(148 reviews)

9.1 mi•Northland

Been here three times throughout the past three years. Everyone has been great, and the owner…read morealways thanks us and sees us out. I recommend calling for a reservation as they're typically pretty full. But there has been one open table the first and third time we were there. The specials are where they're at. They're always different and we rarely order from the menu. The fresh pasta is delicious! Great texture and great sauce. If available, I highly recommend the pork shoulder lasagna.

The small intimate dining room was the perfect size, the volume of the music was perfect, the…read moreservice was impeccable. The servers themselves were knowledgeable and happy to be there and the food... The food was off the hook! 38 years ago when I was a very young man, I worked two summers at Monaco's Palace and Dave was the head chef there. He set the bar very high every single night. He was always a gentleman first and foremost, a professional, and I could see that every single plate that went out was important to him. It was clearly evident last night that he has raised those standards even further. A chef owned restaurant is one thing, a chef actually making every single dish in his restaurant is unheard of in Central Ohio.. Pasqualone's is now in our permanent rotation!

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Espresso gelato

Pelino’s Pasta

3.7(183 reviews)

I absolutely love this place! Every bite is delicious. It is a little oasis where I can…read morecomfortably relax and pretend that I'm in Italy. And the service is impeccable.

Arriving at the restaurant for the first time I opened the front door & immediately struck with the…read moresmell of Seafood which indicated to me the restaurant needs a better ventilation system. I also noticed unfortunately there was no sitting or lounge area for customers to sit if they are Waiting for a table or waiting for a ride share. If you have to wait you are literally in the way of servers or the opening of the front door. I opted for the "Lighter Fare" menu at $55.00, your only two other choices were a Tasting menu at $110.00 or a Pelino's Dinner at four courses for $69.00. The menu is very limited, there is no A la carte available. Our server was professional & polite & the entire staff was lovely. I ordered : First course :Tornare alle Origini Eggplant, Pachino tomatoes, Castelvetrano olives, Pantelleria capers Main Course: L'Oro Verde della Sicilia Rigatoni, Lemon, Butter with Pistacchio di Bronte Crema Dessert : Semifreddo agli Amaretti Amaretti crumble, Semifreddo with Chocolate Sauce This breakdown comes to $18.00 per course. Looking back even the Lighter fare menu is too expensive especially for only one main course on the nights menu that offers Shrimp on your pasta, not even a protein like Chicken or Beef. The most disappointing part of the meal was the temperature of the food, not even remotely warm for this small restaurant. I had a guest dining with me and their first course of Toasted focaccia, Salt-cured Italian anchovies, Bagnet Verd which was comically 2 tiny pieces of bread smaller than a quarter & rock hard for $17.95. Sadly, I would not recommend Pelino's Pasta its too expensive & your clothes smell of seafood after dining there.

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Raymond M.

3 years ago

I recently dined at Giuseppe and had mixed experiences. Let me break it down for you: Starting with the positives, the Espresso Martini was a delightful #pick-me-up. It had a strong coffee taste but was served with an ice cube (like those served in whiskey). The original version of the cocktail was well-balanced, not overly sweet, and provided a pleasant coffee flavor. Moving on to the Caesar salad, it was great overall. I specifically requested it without croutons, and it still delivered a satisfying experience. The cheese was portioned just right, and the Caesar dressing appeared to be homemade with a tangy and peppery taste, hitting the spot. #pick-me-up However, the Meat Lasagna was a disappointment. The noodles seemed overcooked and soggy, detracting from the overall texture. The meat sauce had a decent flavor, but there was an excessive amount of Parmesan cheese, which made the sauce taste somewhat lacking. It could have benefited from a bit more salt to enhance the overall taste. #let-me-down I also noticed a missed opportunity with the specials of the day. They were not communicated to me, which I hope was simply an oversight. I overheard another guest, who seemed to be a regular, being offered the Angel's Envy bottled for the state of Ohio and receiving two tastings of it. It would have been nice if the specials were shared to me. The ambiance inside the bar was rather warm, possibly due to the high number of patrons on a Friday night. However, the bartender named Tony was pleasant and provided good service. One aspect that fell short was the lack of attention to customer satisfaction. Throughout my meal, I was not asked once how my food was, which was disappointing from a service perspective. In terms of the drink selection, Giuseppe had a solid whiskey offering, and overall the liquor selection was impressive. Additionally, the servers were attractive and added to the overall ambiance of the restaurant. It's worth noting that each guest had a personal bottle of water, a nice touch that added a level of convenience and attention to detail. On a positive note, I received a complimentary drink courtesy of the regulars seated next to me, which was a pleasant surprise and added a touch of generosity to the dining experience. Overall, while Giuseppe had its strengths such as the Espresso Martini, salad, and liquor selection, the disappointments with the Meat Lasagna, lack of specials communication, and inattentiveness to customer satisfaction left me with mixed feelings about my visit. With some improvements in consistency and service, Giuseppe has the potential to provide a more enjoyable dining experience. read more

Brandon L.

13 years ago

This is actually the first restaurant review I have ever written but I feel my experience last evening at Giuseppe's warrants the few minutes to vent my disappointment. I had been to Giuseppe's a few years ago but couldn't remember the dining experience and therefore decided to frequent the establishment a second time. I am typically rather forgiving of mediocre service but it was obvious from the time I entered the restaurant that they were overwhelmed by the the volume of diners and ill equipped/organized to handle busy seating charts (the hostess's seating chart was a bunch of scribble with crayon). The biggest frustration with Giuseppe's was the service. It took at least 10 minutes for a server to take a drink order, another 10 minutes to receive the drinks, and it was probably a good 25-30 minutes before a food order was placed. At the conclusion of the meal, it required a full 30 minutes to go through requesting and paying for the check (the server never asked about progress of the meal once it was served). The food was average at best but certainly not worth the cost. I consider myself a foodie and have no problem paying accordingly for a good meal but what was served at this restaurant seemed "assembled" and was not the result of "cooking". I ordered the Veal Picatta and the sauce was bland and uninspiring which submarined the entire dish. I will end my thoughts on a positive, the cocktails from the bar were actually made well and presented nicely. It would have been even better if it didn't take 30 minutes to receive that cocktail. I am hopeful that this place turns things around, they have a great location and impressive interior and would hate to see them use that as a crutch to not execute the fundamentals. read more

Kristine C.

118

3 years ago

I've given this place five stars before but that was based off of service and food. One of the most important things about enjoying your night out is enjoying the service you get - unfortunately when I tried to go in today and spoke with the host that I wanted to stop in to see if there was any open bar seats, she said what? And I repeated myself and let her know I couldn't see if there were any empty bar seats or not and she just walked away from me. Everyone was dressed super nice but I came in wearing my work uniform, maybe that's why she didn't want to help me? Didn't feel good to be dismissed that way. Food is still good so they can keep 3 stars and I've gotten good service from a bartender before. read more

Doo-Dah W.

11 years ago

One of my favorite places in Columbus. Pizza is my favorite in the city. The crust is light and crispy. The Da Scilia is my favorite. Bartender Sean is the best. Order once from him and he'll remember your preferences. Also, if there's not a drink on the menu that looks good to you, tell him what you're after and he'll whip up something perfect. Burrata, Seared Octopus, and Carpaccio are other stand-outs. If you've never been, go! read more

Emily M.

154

17 years ago

Giuseppe's is one of my favorite places to eat in Columbus. The staff is always knowledgeable and very attentive. They change their wine list fairly often and always have a good selection of reasonably priced wine. My favorite dish is the Gamberi di scilla. It is delicious. Giuseppe's is great for people watching and is always crowded on a weekend night. I highly recommend it. read more

Jack S.

3 years ago

Crowded night but we got seated as a walk-in in about 20-30 minutes. Grabbed a drink at the bar was crowded but worked. Shared Linguine with muscles. Very good. Prices might be a bit high but service and atmosphere were good. read more

Jennifer P.

13 years ago

Love this place!!! They are always nice and they made my birthday so special

Mark F.

7 years ago

Awesome food, crowed place. Other than that, I would visit again.

Steve F.

132

422

16 years ago

Fantastic restaurant...worth the drive every time!

Joe M.

9 years ago

never had a bad meal there!!!! joe m

Jon M.

14 years ago

Great fresh authentic Italian

K S.

6 years ago

guiseppe's never disappoints.

James H.

11 years ago

always great.

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