I followed the advice from a Facebook post about the best Italian restaurants in Columbus - of which there are several amazing choices. We were lucky to get a reservation at Morettis for Valentine's Day and it did not disappoint. Starting off with the complimentary homemade bread and herb butter. The bread was delicious but the butter was unlike anything I've ever had - and they sell it by the pint or quart. Yes, please! An $8 quart for the win! We also added in a couple drinks. My husband had the old fashioned which he thought was okay. I had the creamy limoncello martini which was tart and delicious. For dinner my husband had the chicken Parmesan and was really happy with his choice. Even though he went in with a big appetite, he ended up taking some home. The portions are really generous. I had the veal Francaise, a tender veal cutlet cooked in a lemony butter sauce with green beans and mushrooms and homemade spaghetti. It was incredible also. I ate about half and had a delicious lunch for the next day. The house salad that comes with every meal has a tasty homemade vinaigrette with pasta and crispy green beans. This was our first time at Morettis, but I would happily go back. Im so happy we listened to the Facebook recommendation! read more

Morettis - Veal Francaise - Italian Near Me - Dublin, Ohio

If you're looking for a good Italian food, then look no further. This place has never let me down. Portion sizes are large. The staff is great. Grabbed a seat at the bar since they had a lot of reservations scheduled. The ambiance was quiet enough to hear conversation with person next to you. Do you have a couple TVs in the bar area that had some sports on. Will definitely come back as long as I have time before they close. read more

Morettis - Chicken Cacciatore - Italian Near Me - Dublin, Ohio

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THREE HUMAN HAIRS BAKED IN PASTA DISH!!! We've been going to Moretti's in Dublin for years, it's always been a family favorite. Unfortunately, after tonight, that won't be the case anymore. Our waitress was fantastic from start to finish, but when our food arrived, I found not one, but three human hairs baked into my chicken Moretti. We immediately let her know, and she was clearly embarrassed and apologetic. She did exactly what you'd hope, offered to have a new meal made right away and said she would take it off the bill. However, when it came time to pay, she came back and told us the owner would not allow the meal to be comped and would instead offer a free drink. That's simply unacceptable. The waitress was doing the right thing, and management completely undermined her. Even more disappointing, the owner never came to our table to apologize or address the situation. Instead, they stayed in the back and made their employee deliver the bad news. For what should have been a simple $20 gesture, you've now lost loyal, long-time customers. It's not just about the mistake, it's about how you handle it. Respect for your customers and your staff matters, and tonight that was clearly lacking. We will not be returning, and will be letting everyone know about this lack of management. read more

Took my granddaughter here for dinner as she never been here before and awhile since I been here . It's a small place but great food . The. Fresh loaf of bed was so good along with the garlic butter . You could make a meal out of it along with a salad . I had the veal Moretti's , I think that was what it was called. It was so much food I couldn't eat all of it . Took the rest of it home . It was so good . From the salad to the desert everything was great. They could increase their wine list tho read more

Tiny Italian restaurant with great homemade bread, pasta, soups, and salads. We loved the manicotti and veal lasagne. Chicken Parm was good too. Servings are large enough to box up & have lunch the next day! read more

Morettis - Tiny Italian restaurant with yummy homemade bread, pasta, soup & salads. We loved the manicotti and veal lasagne. Chicken parm is good too. - Italian Near Me - Dublin, Ohio

Absolutely a 10/10 for food!! This was my first time ever here, and I ordered some salads and the chicken moretti to go. Today was an exhausting day and I didn't want to cook but I wanted something good, and this was such a morale booster. The pasta was just fabulous, the chicken was so tender and the pasta was not overcooked, it was all just delicious. The bread they gave that I had no idea they gave, had this tasty butter too. I didn't dine in today, but I did see the inside of the restaurant and it was very nice and busy for Tuesday. This was worth every carb! I didn't take photos this time because I was busy opening a bottle of wine read more

We have been going to this restaurant for years. It has always been one of our family's favorites. However, after tonight, we will never go back. We received our meals and were getting ready to eat when a person in our group found a hair on his plate. After closer inspection, there were actually three hairs cooked into the pasta! We showed our waitress and she was appalled. She apologized multiple times. She took the plate, had them re-make the dish. Instead of comping the meal, the owner thought giving us a free drink would appease us. Ridiculous! We could have made a big scene by pulling the hairs out of the dish and letting everyone around us see what was in the pasta, but we didn't. We were very discreet and did not make a scene. If you choose to eat at this restaurant, I would highly recommend examining your food before eating. read more

I mean, I can't beat their wedding soup which is made fresh in house... at least in Ohio. Clean, relaxed, not overly snobby, great dishes with very good proportions and amazing service the last few times. read more

This was my first time at Moretti's b/c why bother going out for Italian food? Well, this is why. Service was friendly and efficient and the food was delicious. All orders come out with a nice-sized loaf of Italian bread and herbed butter. I ordered the Eggplant Lasagne which came with salad or soup. The salad was fresh and lovely and even the tomatoes were good. Also, the portion size was generous so I came home with half of my dinner. read more

Morettis - Eggplant lasagne - Italian Near Me - Dublin, Ohio

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Great Italian food!! Good service. Tiny place that has been here for decades. Kinda cramped inside, but not at all unpleasant. Also, they do carry-out that is AMAZING! read more

My friends and I decided to go to dinner here tonight. We had not seen each other in over six months and decided to pick a Friday night where we'd have more time to visit, knowing we did not have to go to work in the morning. We were so excited to see each other and have a nice relaxing evening. However, 1.5 hours into our evening, when I literally had a half a glass of wine left in my glass yet, not one, but two managers came by and said that they needed us to leave as they needed our table for someone else. No one ever gave us a heads up that we only had an hour and a half, and I absolutely would've never chosen this restaurant to visit with my friends, had I known that. The food was great, our waitress was great, but I sincerely will absolutely never give this restaurant my business again. We were having the best evening, and left just disgusted. read more

Still five stars after decades. Make a 6th star for Moretti's. Please never change anything. Yet to find any better Italian food in any city for any price. Professional staff. A relic of the past. read more

SO GOOD! I haven't been here in probably 20 years as my office is up the street and it was a go-to for dinner colleagues when they were in town. Met up with Dad last night and it was amazing: Pros: - Food is incredible from start to finish. App fettuccine Alfredo (reason why I chose this establishment let's face it) and crab cake. - Dinner chicken garlic, shrimp garlic and salmon. All of us took more than half of our plate home the portions are HUGE and so good! - Server was awesome. She was on it and very friendly, very professional, a natural managing multiple tables at diff stages of their night out. Just impressive. - Restaurant was super clean and HOPPING at 6 pm on a Saturday. Please do not just show up - secure reservations! -Super casual place. We were dressed up though we saw others in OSU gear and it was nice to see it super chill. Cons: - Not their fault but the parking is a little busy so plan ahead and understand it may take a minute to get situated - Just my opinion, I'm a die-hard for Open Table or other reservation sites to secure a table as it just makes sense for me. Here, you will need to call and make a reservation with the restaurant. Upside is it keeps the human touch involved which is nice. I would go back again in a heartbeat. Secure a seat at the bar and split an app with my husband as the portions were so huge and so good. This will keep us coming back again and again. Love Morettis! read more

This place lived up to its reputation. The food was delicious, all four meals were just terrific. From the veal, the shrimp, and the signature sausages, the pasta was fresh, the sauces were all full of just the right flavors. And the portions were gigantic, everyone took home a left over box (which sadly meant no room for dessert). The whole staff was super friendly and helpful, even on a jam packed night. You can tell there were a bunch of repeat families by the way they all chatted with the staff. Not a big place, it's cozy inside, so make sure you get a reservation (and make sure it is for the right place, the brother owns another restaurant in Arlington area). read more

The staff here are so friendly. We visited with young children, and our waitress was so kind to the kids. She noticed how excited our 2 year old was about the soup and even brought an ice cube to cool it down so he could eat it more quickly. read more

Everything was delicious. Would highly recommend! However the waiter we had was fair

This is the Meatball Pizza and it's absolutely amazing, onions, peppers, mozzarella cheese and of course huge chunks of meatballs. I've had their pizza and plenty others before but this meatball pizza has taken the TOP Pizza in Dublin. Even at a great price! Eating at the bar is better than having to hear everyone else eating and talking loudly. The bar has two wonderful women and makes you feel at home. read more

Love Morettis! This time I tried the pizza (they are really known for their pastas and make a very limited amount of crust every day. When they are out, they are out.) . Pep with half sausage & a lovely Chardonnay. Barbie & Jenn at the bar provide perfect service! When you've been here once you're family. Moretti's Sawmill Road...most everything is house made! For anyone that's curious about that chronically asked question of "Which Columbus restaurant/pizza place has the best crumbled sausage", I'd emphatically direct you to go here. The crust It's uniquely indigenous to this restaurant. Light, crunchy, deliciously oily, airy, fantasic crumb on the handle and house made every day. It would earn the title of artisan(which is exhaustively overused at so many other places without merit). Good, golden brown undercarriage with nice crisp finish. The sauce Handmade by Tommy Moretti every day with just the right amount of spices to accentuate but not overwhelm. Savory, not sweet at all. The toppings Good pepperoni, kind of mild, not charred and cupped ezzo(which i do love) but reminded me of the dried sausage/salami you'd get in Italy. House made sausage I can see why they showcase so many dishes with their crumbled sausage. Amazing seasonings and browned with copious amounts of it.In my opinion, the best sausage in Columbus! Great house made bread and delicious whipped garlic butter. A casually elegant atmosphere where you could dress up and bring your favorite partner for a date night or come with friends or solo in jeans. read more

Morettis - Italian Near Me - Dublin, Ohio

This Italian Restaurant's food is THE BEST in Central Ohio - hands down. Reasonable prices and the quality is highly authentic!! The catering menu is the best and highly recommended to order it for a family or an event if you want an awesome Italian dinner. read more

We arrived 5 minutes before our 7:00 reservation and had to wait 30 minutes to be seated. Our table was 5 feet from door which was constantly open as there were so many people waiting to be seated. The cocktails arrived and were overly strong and not professionally prepared. The waitress informs us that the restaurant is OUT OF LETTUCE and no salads were available. Food was average to poor as the cheese on lasagne was not fully melted. Staff was overwhelmed and unapologetic. Could not have been more disappointed and will never return. read more

There is a reason why this place has had a long-standing reputation by people in the know (ahem, true Italians) as being an authentic and consistent Italian restaurant in the northwest area. It's located in a small strip mall across the street from Sam's Club on sawmill. For as long as I have lived in Columbus, it's been there. It's a small restaurant, with a bar area equivalent in size to its main dining area. This explains why getting a reservation here is hard. I also noticed during my dining that there were regulars. Those regulars also had their long-standing reservations at tables. I can see how someone could eat here weekly as long as their waistline and metabolism cooperate lol. The portion size are humongous. I had enough leftover for both a lunch and dinner the day after. For starters, their bread and butter were delicious. The butter had diced onions in it with a lot of garlic. If you're not a fan of onions or garlic, this might not be your thing. In truth, it was a little overpowering for us ladies, but admittedly delicious. The bread was fabulous and lives up to the hype. A surprisingly hearty and delicious wedding soup came with my meal. Honestly, the bowl was so big it could've been my meal! The pastas were all handmade. That makes all the difference. Everything was very flavorful, came out hot, and very fresh. My friend pasta Primavera came out with beautiful, colorful vegetables aplenty. My chicken Moretti was fabulous and in my opinion, a must order! Unfortunately, we were also full. We didn't try their desserts, but I'm sure they were delicious. I saw a few tables that had ordered some. Everyone at my table was also satisfied with the wine choices. This would be a nice family dinner restaurant if you're ever craving a satisfyingly hearty true Italian meal. read more

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A little pricey, but worth it. You do get big portions, bread and homemade garlic butter. However, you have to request them to warm the bread. It's a pretty small place, reservations are encouraged. It would be hard to get a wheelchair in there. read more

Wow wow wow. Stepping into Moretti's felt like entering an Italian home - cozy yet buzzing with life. The family-friendly vibe set the tone, and the portions were huge! The menu, a symphony of fresh flavors, felt like a family secret recipe has been unleashed. The ambiance struck a balance between lively and homey. Conversations hummed, glasses clinked, and laughter echoed - a perfect blend for a memorable evening. Our bartenders treated us like family, on top of the impeccable service that was delivered! 5 out of 5 stars- I cannot wait to come again and also try the uA location! read more

Morettis - Chicken Moretti - Italian Near Me - Dublin, Ohio

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Total Hidden Gem !!! Every time I visit Columbus I HAVE to come here !!! Chicken Moretti is to die for !!.... Homemade bread and Herbed butter& lastly the blueberry cheesecake!!! .. Service is on point ... I have NEVER seen this place dead .. ALWAYS packed !!! read more

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This is my new favorite restaurant. The sauce is perfect! This was our first time there. If you want real Italian food, check this place out! I would encourage a reservation cause they were busy! read more

Recent visit to Morettis to celebrate my boyfriend's birthday. We absolutely love eating at this restaurant. Everything is fresh and made that day. The service is always amazing. Our waitress knows everything about the restaurant the owner and how the food is made. If you were a foodie, this is the place to go. Looking forward to another trip soon. read more

Pros: - Fast and good service - they even packed up my extras for me at the end - Loved the chewiness of the handmade pasta. - Portions are HUGE (definitely recommend sharing--entrees come with a salad or soup, and they will split everything into separate bowls/plates for you if you tell them you are sharing with someone. Even splitting, the portions were sizable!) - Veal meatballs were so tender and flavorful, the tomato sauce was so good we were mopping it up with the bread that came with the meal - The herb butter that comes with the bread was amazing - The side salad was surprisingly good Cons: - Some things were too salty for my taste, like the Italian wedding soup and the sausage - The chicken Moretti was highly praised but did not quite live up to my expectations--the chicken was tender, but a little lacking in flavor. The mushroom in it was quite good though. Overall, not a bad place to go with your family for a quick casual meal if you love pasta. Definitely would get the veal meatball again and get the side salad over the soup next time. read more

Morettis - Chicken Moretti with half cream half tomato sauce - Italian Near Me - Dublin, Ohio

Excellent service coupled with very delicious food and extremely ample servings. Great value for the money. The Wedding soup is awesome!!!

It was a great experience! We had a great time there. The dining area was pretty nice and clean. It may be a little bit crowded during peak hours but the service was very nice and the food was great! Their portion was large but we still ordered two full meals and save the leftovers for lunch. Great place!! read more

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This restaurant is so unassuming from the outside, tucked between a bunch of shops and restaurants in a small strip mall off Sawmill. I'm from a big Italian family, and walking in the door I felt like I was walking into my grandparents home growing up. The space is small and a little noisy with bustling conversations and little space between tables, but that's totally fine. We had a reservation on a Saturday night and I'm glad we did - the place was packed! We had the chicken parm and pasta Moretti - both outstanding. Portions are substantial, but that's ok - plenty to take home! Homemade bread and butter was the icing on the cake. The cream pasta sauce was rich and definitely won't be a regular indulgence, but Moretti's will be a top choice for special occasions (or just downright amazing comfort food). This was Italian done right. read more

We visited Columbus for a birthday weekend, and Italian food is a must. We chose to head to Dublin to try Morettis based on the Yelp! reviews...boy were we glad we did! From the crab cakes and fried eggplant appetizers, the tossed salads, pasta with meatballs to the chicken parmigiana. Every single thing was fantastic. This was one of the best-prepared chicken parmigiana dishes we've ever had. We'll definitely go again next time we're in the area. read more

Morettis - Chicken Parmigiana - Italian Near Me - Dublin, Ohio

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Made dinner reservations for our out of town guest at my favorite Italian restaurant, homemade pasta dishes are always excellent and consistent. Service is spot on . Nowhere else comes close. Believe me I've tried them all. If I could you would receive 6 stars for food and service! read more

We take home from Moretti's on a regular basis. It is always delicious. Our favorite is... everything. Even the bread and salad are exceptional. The homemade pasta is top notch. Recently the lasagna, manicotti, chicken parm and ravioli have made their way to our kitchen. Highly recommend!! read more

Our first visit and definitely will not be back- too many negatives: Waited 10 minutes for the hostess to show up- why? She was in the kitchen getting a take out order ready- short on staff? An over crowded dining room that was small and confining- our table was so small that the large bread basket took about a quarter of the space. Speaking of the bread- yes it is home made BUT it was cold and in no way resembled warm crusty Italian bread that a good Italian restaurant serves. The salad was an adventure- you have to pick at it to find the lettuce with all the other items they have mixed in. My Chicken Parmesan was good but the pasta was lukewarm and I was not ready for the unusual spicy kick of the tomato sauce. My wife had the ravioli and meatballs which she found good but not exceptional. Best part of the meal was the tiramisu- exceptional. read more

I went out to dinner with my partner and their parents. Let me preface, my partner and I have been to Moretti's in Arlington. We thought this location would be the same but there were slight differences -- different menu options, salad was different, environment differed greatly. Overall I preferred the Arlington location much more because of their menu and intimate setting. But this location did have daily "deals" which is the same at Arlington, so my meal was discounted by a few dollars. The food was great but you have to make a reservation in advance otherwise you won't find a table when you walk in especially during peak hours. The bar was also full. Pretty good Italian food! Order the tiramisu for dessert, you won't regret it :) read more

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This is a traditional Italian restaurant that I love! Their menu selection is great, but the food is absolutely wonderful. The service staff are especially nice and terrific. read more

Excellent service, great food, huge portions, fresh ingredients, and reasonable pricing.

This is old school Italian and I felt like I was back on the east coast. It's loud, crowded, lively and authentic. I loved it! The entrees come with a house salad and the homemade vinaigrette dressing is the best part. The chicken piccata was a little different than others I have had. It had a lemon cream sauce (rather than butter or oil) and had green beans in it. I loved the very strong lemon flavor. The pasta is homemade and it seems like fettuccine is their "house" pasta. The cheesecake is also homemade and they change up the flavors. The chocolate cheesecake was very rich and tasted like fudge. The service was wonderful. They do not have an espresso machine, so no after dinner cappuccinos to be had. A fun fact....owned by the same family that runs Morettis of Arlington. read more

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This place is a hidden gem! I had not been here in years and recently met some girlfriends here for dinner and everything here was so fresh and delicious! We split several entrees which came with salads and the bread and garlic butter is ridiculously good! I didn't take any pictures because my son insisted on sitting on my lap during the meal, and made a huge mess which our server was beyond sweet about. She even brought him a little plate of pasta salad to munch on! My favorites were the lasagna and crab cake with pasta, but everything was top notch! Very nice on the inside as well and considering how close I live, I definitely need to come back more often! read more

Service is great, but this place is TIRED. We went for a special occasion and aren't from the area. Based on reviews we thought it would be a good choice. Food was good, not great. Don't be misled by the Italian wedding soup. It's just chicken soup...nothing close to Italian wedding. Again, service was great. The ambiance...definitely needs some investment , attention, and sprucing up. Avoid if you are looking for anything that feels remotely special. read more