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Marcella's - Short North, Columbus, OH

Marcella's - Short North

4.8
4.8
5670 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 102 times today
  • Lively
  • Great for happy hour
  • Good for special occasions
Marcella’s is a bustling, urban burst of Italian flavor & energy. Marcella’s has a lively atmosphere – whether it be for sharing dinner or a late night snack. The dynamic bar provides a vibrant venue for sampling from a selection of 50 Italian wines served by the bottle or quartino (1/4 of the bottle), but don’t forget about the ample offerings of antipasti & pizza. Marcella’s brings an authentic Italian cafe to Columbus’ Short North Arts District.


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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (614) 223-2100
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Jacob Canary
  • Private party facilities
    We are available for private events during lunch hours. We will open for parties of 20 or more seven days a week & we offer multiple set menu options to cater to your needs! Please contact us at 614-223-2100 for more information!
  • Neighborhood
    Short North - Arena District
  • Parking details
    Valet available. There is ample street parking with meters in the Short North Arts District. The Russel Parking Garage is located a block west for hourly parking.
  • Entertainment
    Book your bachelorette party at Marcella’s! Nestled in the Short North Arts District, and near the Arena District, Marcella’s is the perfect place to begin your bachelorette party night. Choose one of our special packages, or we’ll work with you to create the ultimate bridal party experience! Minimum of 10 guests per package. Call 614.223.2100 today and ask to speak with Dain Cooke. Congratulations on your engagement, and we hope to celebratewith you soon at Marcella’s Ristorante, Pizzeria and Wine Bar!
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 5,670 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Columbus

    Italian

  • Columbus

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Marcella's in Short North offers an "absolutely delicious" Italian dining experience with lively ambiance and exceptional service. Renowned for its "best happy hour in the WORLD," this eatery is a "go-to spot" for flavorful pasta, pizza, and gluten-free options. Despite occasional noise, the food and vibrant atmosphere make it a must-visit in Columbus.

5,670 Reviews
  1. Marco

    Columbus

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We booked on a Monday evening for dinner. It also happened to be a happy hour which was nice. Honestly everything was almost included except for pasta and specialties so it was really a good deal. Our server was very attentive, just came on the right time when we wanted him. The food was freshly made and all of the proportions were perfect for sharing. We will definitely come back here again.

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  2. Clay

    Columbus

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A last minute opening on a busy Christmas Hop evening was the cherry on top of a great holiday evening! Gwyneth, our server was terrific and cheerful. The room was abuzz with holiday celebrations, and the staff was tolerant of the two children scampering back and forth from end to end at a nearby table. We enjoyed the experience, as always at Marcella’s.

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  3. Coleton

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I came here for date night and it was amazing. Our server Cal was very knowledgeable, kind and pleasant to talk to. The food was incredible. Every bite we took we couldn’t help but be amazed at how good it was. We will definitely be back and be bringing family from out of town. Thank you to everyone involved for last night!

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  4. James

    New York City

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The fifth time I’ve been here and it only gets better! Big crowd for an early Friday night dinner. We celebrated my daughter’s 21st birthday. Food was great and our server Mira was fantastic!

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  5. Thomas

    Washington DC

    57 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    57 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Ordered the fettuccine and meatball entree. The pasta was delicious, the meatball, not so much. While tasty, the texture was too soft.

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  6. Michelle

    New York City

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The waiter was so good and beyond understanding about allergies

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  7. Tom

    Cincinnati

    78 reviews

    5.0

    78 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great Italian food with several pasta dishes. Always get the Giant Meatball starter. Wonderful service. You feel a little packed in with tables tight together and rather noisy. Overall very good spot in Short North.

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  8. jennifer

    Cleveland

    11 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Pasta was heavy and misto was greasy . Average at best

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  9. Michael

    Louisville

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    What you hope to get from Italian Restaurants ….excellent and authentic

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  10. Brad

    Cincinnati

    23 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First the positive, service was great and our server was very friendly. However, the food was not good. The lasagna was all dried out and tasted like it was made days before it was served. The Italian wedding soup app had not cooked completely. The orzo was still very hard.

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FAQs

Marcella's - Short North offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (614) 223-2100.

Marcella's - Short North is rated 4.8 stars by 5670 OpenTable diners.

Marcella's - Short North does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 102 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Marcella's - Short North

615 North High Street, Columbus, OH 43215

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Short North - Arena District
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet available. There is ample street parking with meters in the Short North Arts District. The Russel Parking Garage is located a block west for hourly parking.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jacob Canary
  • Entertainment
    Book your bachelorette party at Marcella’s! Nestled in the Short North Arts District, and near the Arena District, Marcella’s is the perfect place to begin your bachelorette party night. Choose one of our special packages, or we’ll work with you to create the ultimate bridal party experience! Minimum of 10 guests per package. Call 614.223.2100 today and ask to speak with Dain Cooke. Congratulations on your engagement, and we hope to celebratewith you soon at Marcella’s Ristorante, Pizzeria and Wine Bar!
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (614) 223-2100
  • Private party facilities
    We are available for private events during lunch hours. We will open for parties of 20 or more seven days a week & we offer multiple set menu options to cater to your needs! Please contact us at 614-223-2100 for more information!
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