45 Best Italian Restaurants near Gahanna

“Stopped in for a quick, stress free dinner after work. Staff were upbeat, friendly and very accommodating for a picky eater. Kaleb and Eian were welcoming and engaging as we went through the line! Definitely will be going back to this location!Kid-friendliness: Our kid is very picky with what he will eat. They offered him a create your own kid size bowl that was perfect!“

“Lola and Giuseppe is one my all time favorite restaurants in Columbus. The food is truly incredible. I had it for the first time and I was left speechless. I had the Giuseppe sampler and bread pudding. If you’re gonna get takeout you have to do it online, not over the phone and you MUST make a reservation for dining. This truly was an incredible experience and I can’t wait to come back over and over and over again.“

“Here for dinner ? I'm having a medium old world pepperoni ? and mushroom ?? my wife is having the Lasagna dinner it comes with salad ? bread and butter Ashley is our server and it's pretty busy as it usually is! She did a great job, she was on top of EVERYTHING!! She took complete responsibility for the pizza I ordered, there was a accident and she comped my pizza and discounted my wife's dinner. Wow ? amazing service!!!! Ashley is an exceptional person ? and a asset to say the very least ?Parking: Can be difficult depending on how busy they are!Kid-friendliness: High chairs and kids with families.They have a kids menu!Wheelchair accessibility: No steps!“

“Beautiful restaurant, delicious food, and incredible service. Working in hospitality I pay close attention to service and rarely am I blown away, but this was an exception. My S/O and I always decide on a rating at the end of the meal and this was the first 10/10 experience (we are harsh critics lol). I can't wait to come back when the patio opens! Also... do yourself a favor and get the gelato.“

“Beautiful, cozy, romantic location. Service was personal, prompt, and our waitress easily explained dishes to us. Food quality and portions are excellent. Food is so fresh, flavors blend in very thoughtful and unique dishes. It started pouring rain while we were enjoying dessert. What a lovely experience, we will be back and highly recommend.“

“This place is very nice inside. They have a good gluten free selection. The waiter gave me a whole pitcher of tea, that was nice. The atmosphere was kind of like being in Italy and it was very clean and fancy. They definitely gave great service. It seems like a good place for a date or family time. The prices were not that high either. They made me a gluten free pizza and free GF bread.Dietary restrictions: They have a pretty extensive gluten free menu that is clearly marked on the main menu, a plus for me.“

“We love this place. The pizza is so good. It’s very thin crust, so….it doesn’t go as far as you would think. It’s pretty easy for 2-3 people to eat a large.Parking: The actual parking lot is very small. You can park free in the side streets.“

“Great experience. The food was delicious service was great and price was reasonable. Had the meatball sub just like mom use to make! Their homemade pasta sauce is outstanding. Highly recommend if your looking for a good Italian meal at a good price.“

“3/21/24... Came for lunch because they open early and have delicious food ? I'm having lasagna it comes with a salad ? roll with butter all for just $10.49! We also had Super Smith Sub just $8.99 and a beverages only $1.99 each one heck of a deal ? Service was top notch, Christie is friendly and fast!! I went to Whetstone High School back in the 70's best lunches we ever had!! Still delicious and definitely still reasonable prices!!!I've been coming to Smith's Restaurant and Deli for more than 40 plus years. They have always had some of the best subs, salads, pasta dishes, soups and desserts. I am trying their Ravioli it comes with salad, roll and butter only $ 7.89 what a great deal ? family owned and operated I enjoy going to those types of restaurants any day of the week. Service is supreme very friendly, polite and accommodating! If you haven't been you're missing out truly a wonderful atmosphere, food and service ?? I'll be back as long as I'm alive and they are open!!Vegetarian options: See for yourself!Parking: Plenty of space in front and on the side of the building“

“Rolando went above and beyond for my wild and crazy birthday party of 16 people! He was on his game the entire night! Everyone loved their food! It was so quick to come out, we were all impressed! I hope Villa Nova stays around forever in all its kitschy glory!“

“This location has severely gone down hill. I'm leaving 5 stars because it's important for the business to get positive reviews, but my experience was less than stellar. The short north location is significantly better. Our waiter was amazing, and the service was wonderful, but stellar service does not make up for poor food. The Burrata is what we always share together, and this time the tomatoes tasted like a bitter salsa. The meatball in my pasta was undercooked so much that it just mashed into a bolus of meat slurry, and my wife got the ravioli mezzaluna that was a salty mess with the texture of mashed potatoes. Please do better, we love this restaurant and we want to go here, but we won't be back to this location until the food improves. Bradley was our waiter, and he was amazing, and the drinks were great.“

“First time visiting and we had a great time. We sat at the bar with a few friends and Abbie did amazing job with us. She was very attentive to our group as well as working the full bar and restaurant drink orders. We had beverages, appetizers and dinner. The food was great and all our orders were correct. Look forward to next visit.“

“The connection between genuine attentive service and culinary masterpieces are unmatched at Pelino’s ! We recently had did the 7 course chefs tasting with wine pairings. The chef was able and willing to accommodate for a gluten allergy and our server Maria made us feel like family! Maria truly elevated this entire experience from sharing her passion and love for food and wine to being available for us during our visit! The tasting option for wine really enhanced an already amazing meal. The polenta dish literally made me tear up, and I’ve never had something so spectacular! The rich flavors and thought that goes into the pastas and sauces are as close to a Michelin star restaurant I may ever get to imagine or experience.Thank you Vinny and Christina for allowing us to experience a part of your home!Maria is absolutely amazing and if we could make reservations to sit at her tables we 150% would !“

“The chicken piccata was very good. Service was sort of slow but not terrible. It was sort of strange that we had a 4 o’clock reservation for 10 and immediately upon seating, the waitress said we had a two hour time limit as they had a lot of reservations for 6 o’clock. When we left at five till six, there were two tables with people. Not sure what was going on there.“

“Sierra was an awesome server. The brushetta had two cheeses that were perfect choices to complement the generous amount of diced tomatoes. The meat lasagna melting in my mouth and was delicately delicious! Triple layer chocolate cake for dessert served with a candle for my birthday presentation was decadent and easily satisfied the three forks in our party, who all had little room left in their stomachs. Well done team Giuseppe!“

“Came here for a family birthday with an infant. We made reservations a week in advance. Everything was delicious! They are busy, but staff was friendly and informative. We had the peasant tortellini with chicken, ravioli special, chicken parm, and veal saltimbocca. We enjoyed their featured wine and cheesecake, gelato, and lemon cake for dessert. We would definitely come back. Considering how delicious and homemade everything is prices were reasonable.Kid-friendliness: We had an infant and used a high chair. The high chair was clean.“

“If you live close to this place and haven't tried it, shame on you!! We were looking for pizza and pasta for lunch from somewhere we had never been before. That is always a little scary!! We fortunately picked Pasquales. We ordered the garlic knots. They are Huge, Crispy where they need to be and chewy not doughy. And so cheap!! We decided to try the Meat Lovers Pizza and the Penne and Meatball too. Neither dish disappointed. The crust is so thin and crispy but not burnt at all and the amount of toppings was very generous. We have a lot of leftovers to take home. We both decided we would make the 45 min drive to eat here again and again. The server Makayla (sp?) was very friendly and the speed of service was Great!! Then there is the dessert case. We brought home a cannoli, a cream puff , a cinnamon roll and the peanut butter cookie sandwich with chocolate. So excited to try them too!“

“We had a Xmas party there on Sunday. Let me tell you this is BY FAR the best food I have had in a while. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this place for your wedding or get together. I was told they can accommodate parties 10+. They are not a full service restaurant. The filet mignon was cooked perfectly, mushroom risotto was flavorful, stuffed manicotti was the best I have tasted and the stuffed chicken was almost over powering with flavor. I wish they were a sit down restaurant. High marks for the chef and staff..“

“Is it fair to be more critical of an expensive restaurant than a mid-priced or inexpensive one? I think so. For a dinner for two that cost $190 (including the tip), I expect near perfection. First, I think they kind of forgot about us as we were a table of two in the corner. After we noticed that some folks who had come in after us were already getting their bread, my husband signaled someone and then we finally got ours, too, and his wine - which I think they also forgot about. He should've gotten that right away. It didn't have to bake. Then he got his Escargot which was bubbling hot and smelled delicious. Our salads came - nice and fresh but too salty for my taste. We both enjoyed our entrees (veal parm and a side of spag for him; a special of little pasta purses with a meaty sauce for me) but mine arrived lukewarm. His was nice and hot so maybe mine sat around for a while while they finished his. At some point he ordered more wine and then coffee and dessert and he was very happy but I felt like the experience left a little bit to be desired - especially considering the price. One thing I don't like at all is that the waiter rattles off the specials (and there are a LOT of them) and later on the desserts at light speed. It would be way better to be able to read them and think for a minute or two. It's a very comfortable small restaurant and my husband loves it but I don't.“

“High quality Italian food. Best focaccia I've had since I moved to Ohio from the East Coast. Burrata was nice and creamy on top of perfectly seasoned olive oil. The cacio e pepe was light and fluffy in a delicious cheesy sauce. We tried all the desserts and they exceeded our expectations. Can't wait to “

“Yelp never disappoints. This is a family-run Italian restaurant that hits all marks for service, food, and a great bar. I rolled in 30 minutes before they were closing on a Tuesday night and they made sure to not rush me to finish my amazing veal meal and push me out the door. The bartender was amazing, friendly, and the reason I will come back the next time I'm in Columbus.“

“Tony’s is like walking into a family party at your Nonna’s. The lounge has a couch and coffee table up against the bar and you feel like you’re home. The food is old school, solid, comfort Italian. The staff is fantastic. Each one is nicer and more attentive than the next. I’ve eaten here numerous times and the host is a quintessential gentleman. He pulls my chair out and waves my husband to his seat. The home made pastas are great. I have so many favorites that I just keep on coming back. It reminds me of the little restaurants in New York where you can just stay and eat and feel satiated. Delicious!“

“This was my first time at this restaurant and I absolutely loved it. I had the lobster, ravioli and I could have licked the plate.It was so good. It is very small inside so it is an intimate setting and the staff and the chef are all very friendly impersonable. Definitely going back there again“

“We love this place. Food is always great, the crew takes great care of us, and the vibes are excellent. I usually get the gyro which is excellent, but this time I got the grouper gyro which was surprisingly also excellent! Keep in mind this is not a restaurant with servers, you walk up and order and they bring the food out to you. Not quite full service, but sometimes that's a little better than waiting for your server ? they do have a nice bar as well. And in the summer they crank open all the windows and it's like you're right out on State Street.“

“100% the best pizza I have ever had! One bite in and I knew it was time to leave a review. I got the homemade sausage and jalapeños and there's no way I'm gonna be able to eat more than half a medium by myself. The sausage is best Ive ever had and I can tell this is a family recipe from wayyyy back when. The staff was very nice and understanding as my Venmo was acting up as i paid. They helped me resolve it and I'll surely be back as soon as I'm in town! Thank you Dante's for such a delicious pizza and customer service the big name brands could never provide!“

“Super friendly associate. Made a beautiful salad and breadsticks. Spinach salad tasted incredible and was so colorful. Bread sticks were so artistic and fresh . Tiramisu was also very delicious and fresh. Plants are gorgeous, so healthy and welcoming.“

“Lauren took phone order for 4 different items, had them ready exactly as she stated and brought them out to us with a big smile and great attitude. All our specific components were fresh, hot, and tasted so very good. The small calzones hardly fit on a dinner plate. They could feed up to 4 people!We continue enjoying meals from this particular Cottage Inn location. Kudos!“

“Just came to say the customer service here is wonderful. I had a small issue with a charge on my credit card and the owner of the business gave me her personal cell phone number, told me to message her the details, and even replied to my texts when she was on vacation out of the country!!“

“Awesome & reasonably priced. Reminds me of Cassanos, for my fellow Dayton natives - just without salt on the crust. Nice little char on it if you’re into that sorta thing. Dangerous thing to have so close by ?Vegetarian options: Cheese pizza is available.“

“I've reviewed several Dicarlos outside the Valley. Most people from there say Elm Grove and Wellsburg are the gold standard for Dicarlos locations, and I agree.This pizza from the Columbus location is just as good, especially for one outside the Valley. All of them have been good, but Columbus is perfection.It's tough to get parking nearby, so plan for that. But if you love Dicarlos, the Columbus location will satisfy. I live 2 hours away and will go back.“

“Excellent pizza! We have always gotten great service, food and value. This is a hand tossed crust style. Lots of toppings and a delicious sauce.Spectacular community business!They always support local events and initiatives-It's a really fun place to take kids and have them make their own pizza.Vegetarian options: Salads are good.veggie pizza are delicious.Dietary restrictions: Numerous optionsParking: Plenty of parking.Kid-friendliness: Super fun make your own kids pizza- friendly kids menu.Wheelchair accessibility: Standard accessibility“

“Never been here before but it was great and or new go-to Italian over OG. Salmon with a side of garlic mashed potatoes was perfect! Our server was very patient and consistently checked in on us.Dietary restrictions: Calories are listed on all itemsParking: Location wasn't busy, parked right in front of building. Other restaurants in area so lots of parking.“

“Our server was amazing, refilled our drinks without asking, kept our table clear, very friendly!!! We ordered the Alfredo pizza and the manager brought it out to us and even served us our slices!! The service here is top notch. The food…. I’m speechless!!! Come with an appetite for sure. We had a 10/10 experience!!!“

“Had dinner at Omezzo. Very homely and excellent food. Lobster ravioli (we took the appetizer version) was amazing! Lobster bisque was good. We also had Trio Omezzo which is a selection of three types of pastas on one plate (better to share as the portion is quite big). Overall delicious!“

“DANG that's some good pizza! Never had Jet's before and I have to say, the staff was friendly. The delivery guy was really nice. The price I thought was reasonable based on other pizza places but when I got it, the pizza was way bigger than I thought it would be, generous with the toppings and fresh. Excellent value and taste.“

“Passing through the area and was craving Italian of which Columbus seemingly has 97 Italian restaurants...Settled on TAT Ristorante due to cozy look and have we have a 10yr old. Wow, so glad we did.This place is a throwback to traditional, Italian Sunday family eating.Calamari- light, tender with a homemade marinara.Wedding soup to die for. Salads in a chilled bowl with the light, crisp and bright vinegarette not to be skipped!I had a seafood lasagna special that l'll have dreams about, the cheeses were all crusty on the edges giving this texture beyond amazing.Aaaaaand we simply couldn't pass on dessert, the tiramisu was traditional comfort but.... The lemon cream cake is a light, airy lemony confection that I'll compare all future desserts to. Service was provided by someone I felt was family by the end of our meal! Lots of locals here, they know what's up. Hope to be back here again if I'm ever in Ohio again....!“

“The food is amazing! Authentic Italian and my favorite dish is arrabbiata over penne with fresh mozzarella and a Sanpellegrino as my drink! The owner is so kind- I have been eating here since 2010. Love you guys!Kid-friendliness: Absolutely amazing customer service!“

“Bistrolino is a hidden gem IMO. I’m also amazed by the quality of the food and service given that the prices are very reasonable. It was 14-18 for most entrees. They weren’t giant sized but didn’t leave me wanting more and were delicious! The eggplant Parmesan was awesome. I met the owner Sam who seemed like a really nice guy who was very appreciative that we were at his restaurant. The vibe of the restaurant is cool too, and there’s a bar attached to it. It looks like a repurposed old home in German Village in the best way. This one is an easy sell, come here and try it out!“

“I've actually ordered from this establishment through Uber eats. I've also visited in person. I ordered the all meat pizza and it was delicious. I also appreciate how late they are open, especially on Fridays and Saturdays, yummy yummy yummy.“

“We went to buca di beppo in Worthington for our 36th anniversary and there's rumor that they are closing and Chick-fil-A is coming in. That is a lie. The manager come over to congratulate us and he actually bought cake for our anniversary, such a wonderful man . Even funnier he said he's from Mansfield Ohio and we laughed because so are we and we was trying to see if we have family that knows each other. This place is an awesome place, you got to check it out. Olecia was our server and she was so sweet and wonderful. She was a joy to talk with, great personality.We will definitely be back. Love to you all at Buca di Beppo Worthington.“

“When we moves to Ohio from Texas we were on the hunt for some good and authentic Italian food. Well, thank goodness an Ohio native told us about Giammarco's! We celebrated my husband this weekend with a nice sized group and everything was amazing! The food was so delicious, several of our guests took business cards with them so they could come back again to experience the entire menu's delicious selections.Kid-friendliness: The few tweens totally enjoyed everything especially the lasagna.Wheelchair accessibility: One of our attendees was in a wheelchair and she seemed to not have any difficulty getting in or out.“

“stopped by the north market to look for something to eat. I saw the pizza and I was somewhat skeptical because the pizza looked cold. I ordered anyway. The workers actually reheated each slice in the oven and It ended up being some of the best pizza I have had. it was hot and cheesy and the crust was very crispy. Sat down and ate it and talked to the lady that owns it and she is very passionate about her business. 10/10 definitely would recommend. Looking forward to eating here again.“

“I got the works and pepperoni half. The sauce is a bit spicy and fresh tasting. The dough is a little sweeter. The pizza was very good as the toppings are loaded on it. The restaurant is adding some much needed seating area. Once they get it done, it should be a great place to sit and enjoy some pie.“

“Sunday, September 17, 2023 was my first visit to this Sbarro and I was thoroughly impressed. I had a simple pep and cheese and I have to say that it was one the best pies that I have had overall in quite some time. Not to mention, in comparison to other Sbarro's pizza that I have had over the year this Sbarro's made the organization proud. I had a hard time trying to stop eating this pie. They have definitely gained me a new customer and I would highly recommend anyone wanting a fresh, tasty pie in my opinion that is made just right, I encourage you to give them a try.“

“We had dinner with a friend there. Everyone liked their meal. Bathrooms not disabled accessible (have to use stairs).Vegetarian options: Few vegetarian options but great food service and atmosphere. Pricey. Not sure if they have vegan options.“