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Marcella's - Short North, Columbus, OH

Marcella's - Short North

4.7 (5747)
$30 and under
Italian
615 North High Street, Columbus, OH 43215

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 71 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Lively
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.

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
  • Website
    https://marcellasrestaurant.com/locations-menus/marcellas-short-north/
  • 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!
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    615 North High Street, Columbus, OH 43215
  • 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 5,747 people are saying

Marcella's - Short North reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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  • Columbus

    Italian

  • Columbus

    Most Booked

  • Columbus

    Italian

  • Columbus

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Marcella's in Short North is a lively Italian dining spot known for "great food and great service." The menu boasts delicious antipasti, pizzas, and pastas, including a standout spaghetti and meatball that "melts in your mouth." While it can get "very noisy," the warm, inviting atmosphere and attentive staff make it a must-visit.

5,747 Reviews

  1. Chastity

    Central Texas3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, great service! Highly recommended dinner spot.

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  2. Betsy

    Unspecified1 review

    2.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Some food was bland and could use more salt while other food was overly salted and oily Arancini could have used more salt and less oil Ravioli was overly salty and oily Pizza was the best thing on the menu but not great Strawberry balsamic martini was too bitter, wasn’t able to finish it. Fresh baked bread was good but too flat. Meatball was too soft and lacked flavor, sauce could have used more salt and character Carpaccio was awful and had to be sent back Server was very good and friendly other than seemed off when sending back the martini. Her attitude changed slightly in a defensive manner.

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  3. Yu-Ling

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I had a great experience at Marcella in the Short North. The atmosphere was chic but welcoming, and the service was attentive without being overbearing. The food and cocktails were beautifully presented and full of flavor—definitely a spot I’d return to for a night out or special occasion.

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  4. Vida

    Columbus1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had lasagne and my hubby had fettuccine with a giant meatball. We both feel that this food was top notch, very tasty.

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  5. Vanessa VIP

    Phoenix1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was wonderful and the food was delicious.

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  6. Jim

    Orlando3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great meal and the braised veal meatball is worth the trip itself. Fresh pastas were great too.

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  7. David

    New York City4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    This was my second visit but the first for my girlfriend. We ordered Arancini as an appetizer and it was incredibly delicious. My girlfriend ordered fettuccine with their veal meatball, I ordered the veal piccata with polenta. The polenta was out of this world but the veal piccata needed more garlic and lemon. The veal was probably one of the most tender pieces of veal I’ve ever had. My girlfriend liked her meal but thought it needed a bit more salt. The service was not all the bad considering that it was a prom night for many local high schools. We did however have to ask twice for Parmesan cheese. We ordered tiramisu for dessert. It was ok but nothing to write home about. We only ate half of it.

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  8. howard

    Columbus8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tasty, fun and a great time ! pasta : get the carbonara !! pizza: shrimp and goat cheese apps: arancini - ALWAYS , shrimp oreganata, and the bruschetta . Service is always fast and friendly! This is my go to spot for Happy Hour and weekend dinners.

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  9. Matt

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A little loud but the food and service was great!!

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  10. Charles

    Columbus9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Short north with nearby parking. Service was great and a varity of Itilian options. Can be a little load for easy table talk.

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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 4.7 stars by 5747 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.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 71 times today
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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
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct

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