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- OTOpenTable Diner1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoOne of the best experiences I’ve had at a restaurant. I didn’t catch our servers name but she truly went above and beyond. We wanted carpaccio but unfortunately they had taken it off the menu, our server had it delivered, yes that’s right, delivered from one of their sister restaurants just for our table, they didn’t even up charge us. So the service was a 10/10, how was the food? Impeccable. We had the beef tortellini, spaghetti and meatballs, flatbread chicken pizza, and the carpaccio. Everything came out in a timely manner, was still hot, and had perfect flavor and seasoning. I would recommend a reservation on the weekends as they can get pretty busy. I would highly, highly recommend Marcella’s to anyone that is thinking of going for a nice lunch or dinner.More infoMarcella'sPrice: Moderate• Italian• Short North - Arena District•4.7
- HRHeidiRNew York / Tri-State Area •4 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoSoooo good! Great attention to my allergies🥰 I will be a return customer at this location.More infoDel Mar SoCal KitchenPrice: Expensive• Californian• Columbus•4.6
- GGolfervipPalm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •77 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoFirst time visiting Columbus. What a great town! Very impressed with the restaurant scene and the Pearl was awesome! Our waiter Joe was perfect. Attentive and knowledgeable but not pushy or intrusive. (Handsome too) The food was delicious and we had a great table overlooking the sidewalk. Loved it! And highly recommend!!More infoThe Pearl - Short NorthPrice: Expensive• Gastro Pub• Short North - Arena District•4.7
- MMMaryM1 review5.0Dined 3 days agoWe loved celebrating my husband’s birthday at Jeff Ruby’s Steakhouse! The food was perfectly delicious, perfectly prepared, beautifully presented. We were seated in a room that provided a great atmosphere for chatting while still allowing us to enjoy the pianist and his great voice. Our waiter was exceptional in helping us select our appetizers, cocktails, entrees and dessert. We are eager to return!More infoJeff Ruby's Steakhouse - ColumbusPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Short North - Arena District•4.8
- SFSimpleFoodieGalvipColumbus •28 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 1, 2023It was a new years gathering for friends and the service was great. I loved our server Carla.More infoForno Kitchen and BarPrice: Moderate• American• Short North - Arena District•4.7
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Columbus is the centerpiece of the state of Ohio and is home to The Ohio State University. The major metro area also features many great dining establishments that cater to the campus residents, visitors, and locals alike. Fine dining is available at a multitude of locations throughout town, which serve prime rib and lobster. International cuisine is also very popular in Columbus and can be ordered in the area’s authentic Thai, Chinese, Mexican, and Italian eateries. Seafood houses are also numerous and serve many varieties of fish. There is also an assortment of bar-and-grill combos located across town and in the college district, boasting unique menus and entrées for those looking for a casual contemporary dining experience in a fantastic atmosphere.
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Dog friendly restaurants in Columbus include The Crest, Rye River Social and Polaris Grill
Child friendly restaurants in Columbus include Cap City Fine Diner & Bar - Grandview, Marcella's Italian Kitchen - Polaris and Cap City Fine Diner & Bar - Gahanna
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