50 Best Italian Restaurants near Grove City

“We love the spaghetti & breadsticks.🍝 We do miss the caesar salads though.“

“Customer Service was 5 stars!! The staff including manager made my day! Every staff member was so nice. The manager noticed I hadn't been there before (seemed he recognized other customers) he offered me items to try for free. The food was great place was clean and by far some of the best customer service I've experienced! Will difently be back“

“We had a group meet up of 6 of us and we had a great experience. Our waitress was Alaina, and she was fantastic. They were very busy and not everything was perfect but she took everything in stride and smiled and was very kind and professional. She was a true highlight of the visit.“

“It’s become a family tradition to visit when we can for many years now. The food has always been good when we’ve gotten it, service & staff have always been very nice to us. Highly recommend trying the pizza & salad seems fresh and delicious every time, everything we’ve tried here has been good. Some in our family Love the breadsticks & others the sub sandwiches too. I really hope this pizza shop is able to keep going for many, many more years because we Love it so much! The dining room isn’t usually too crowded, perfect for those who don’t Love a crowd, yet enough space to still feel private enough even when others are there. Feels a little like you step into an old fashioned shop but in a really good way:) Thank you for everything you all do to keep offering fresh salads & delicious pizza (& so many other delicious options too) everyday❤️“

“Update today
After looking so forward to another lunch of lobster bisque I have to say that I was disappointed with today’s lunch the soup had a good flavor but I found only a couple of scant pieces of lobster the club sandwich had too much bread and the bread was dry the prices were pretty outrageous for a lunch my partner had soup of the day which was mushroom soup again the broth was thin and watery mushrooms must have been left in the soup pot. I will definitely give it another chance when the weather cools a l title“

“The atmosphere was fantastic! The staff was absolutely wonderful! The food was beyond fantastic!!! Highly, highly, highly recommend!!!“

“Can’t say enough good things about our first visit to this wonderful place. What a gem ! Atmosphere is stylish, warm and friendly. Service was experienced and very nice. House wine perfect. Complimentary fresh focaccia bread scrumptious. Salad was excellent. Chicken Parmesan outstanding. Tiramisu was so worth the calories. Can’t wait to get back there asap! Compliments to the chefs working hard in the kitchen.“

“Very friendly personnel , like hometown stations“

“The restaurant was clean and had a nice family atmosphere. All of the staff were friendly and attentive. The blackened chicken was delicious. The Gelato was equally delicious. I tested a few different flavors of gelato, then settled on the Lemon Cake and Mora. We will definitely visit again!“

“Fine Italian dining, with an excellent, reasonably priced menu and gracious owners, Rick and Jackie. They have been a consistently high quality venue in Grandview Heights for 22 years!“

“Best Location Piada Location! Friendly Workers. Food always cooked Fresh!“

“Wow! On an overnight school bus trip from Centerville, Ohio, pizza and cheese curds were AWESOME!“

“I initially thought the staff (who was superbly passionate describing all his gelati) was exaggerating a little bit when he said the pistachio di bronte was special (only grown at mount etna, etc.) but WOW it blew my mind away with its subtle taste, nutty/caramelly scent, and smoothness. Hands down the best pistachio gelato/ice cream ive ever had!

Definitely the gem of Columbus. If someones visiting and they can only eat one thing Id take them there 🤣.

(Did i mention the sandwich was awesome too?)“

“My family visited the La Baia food truck during the Pumpkin Aglow at Franklin Park Conservatory in Columbus. No kidding, this was the best pizza I’ve ever had! The dough is amazing, the flavor of the sauce..just plain delicious. All of the ingredients are fresh and everything is prepared on site. I highly recommend. Be advised that since all of this is prepared at time of order that there is at least a 30 minute wait for your food to be prepared and oven fired cooked. Definitely worth the wait! The staff is very friendly and courteous as well. La Baia - Please consider looking up Knox Foodies on FB. (Ann is the page admin ) Tho we just had our annual food truck festival, we would love to see you in our town at that event, or other events that are held throughout the year. I know the witches walk is coming up, if there is still time to sign up for that. Keep up the good work and I hope to be able to dine with you again soon.“

“We had a delightful Christmas Eve dinner with appetizers and three different entrees. The gnocchi was absolutely delicious and our favorite! The sauce was wonderful!“

“Marie was great. Me and my boyfriend are from out of town and wanted to pop in. Everything was amazing.

One of the best Caesar salads I’ve ever had. My boyfriend got the Chicken Marsala and I had the Vodka Penne. Delicious. Finished with the cheesecake and had amazing espresso martinis.“

“Our server, Alix, was attentive, knowledgeable about the menu, and seemed to answer our questions before we thought of them. She is a credit to the restaurant. Our meals were well prepared and tasty. I had pasta and clam special and was very pleased. My partner enjoyed his carbonara and his side order of meatballs. I did think the ceasar salad was overdressed. In addition, the side order of bread, while delicious, should always be accompanied by olive oil (we had to request).“

“Ciao Cafe Gelato was the perfect addition to our wedding reception! The gelato was absolutely delicious, and our guests couldn’t stop raving about it. Many even commented on how friendly and welcoming the owner was. Communication throughout the process was seamless — the owner was incredibly responsive, reliable, and easy to work with. We’re so glad we included them in our big day!“

“Fantastic food and service. Top notch - if your in Columbus this restaurant is a must.“

“We love The Little Grand, and today I tried Frascati Market for the first time. Absolutely fantastic. I got the Chicken Milanese sandwich, and their Truffle Potatoes. The sandwich...so, so good. Every part was fresh and cooked perfectly. The focaccia bread was yummy and just right. The breading on the chicken was perfectly crispy and flavorful. 10 out of 10. THE POTATOES. You would think that something as simple as smashed fingerling potatoes would be an easy slam dunk, but many places get them wrong. The potatoes at Frascati are AMAZING. Seriously. My wife is not a potato person, and she was nibbling them like, YUM. Really, really flavorful, cooked well. Did I mention the staff are lovely? 100% recommend.“

“Came for a birthday occasion with around 10 people and was very happy with the service. Food was great and cocktails delicious. Service was interestingly slow, as in the server would check in periodically for specific things and then leave, making the entire experience last close to 2 hours. They also will recommend adding certain things to dishes, which really racks up the bill. Expect to spend some time here and spend a decent amount. The birthday girl is gluten free and had plenty of options.“

“From the moment we walked in, we felt like welcomed guests rather than customers. The atmosphere transported us straight to Italy, with a warmth and authenticity that set the stage for what became an extraordinary evening. Each course felt like a carefully wrapped gift, designed with intention and presented with artistry. The flavors carried unexpected complexities—layers that unfolded in ways you rarely find in restaurants around here. Every bite told a story, both comforting and refined, and left us excited for what would come next. This wasn’t just dinner—it was an experience. One that lingered long after the last course, reminding us how exceptional dining can be when passion and craft meet. Truly unforgettable. We added the 4 course wine pairing with the Pelino’s Dinner. We ended the experience with espresso, which was better than any espresso we’ve ever had (even the 3 times we’ve been to Italy). Truly a special night.“

“Giovani, Carlie, & Nick all took great care of me at the bar, my first time visiting, was able to sample the focaccia bread with evoo & fresh herbs, the potato’s with Parmesan foam, & the Funghi dish with fiocchi pasta & fresh mushrooms & an amazing white white lemon cream sauce. Also had a great wine selection of all great Italian imports. They hand make all of the pasta with imported Italian flour. Place was very clean & accommodating.“

“OMG!!! The fresh pasta with Alfredo is so amazing. I am not a cooker and this was easy and so delicious my son devoured it and he is not an eater. I cannot wait to go back and try something else. I love the new online menu too. It makes it so convenient“

“We were just in here (leaving the lot as I type this) and I have to applaud the crew tonight. The food was hot and fresh with great taste. I also want to give a standing ovation to Emily who was running front cash and handled one of the most rude individuals I have ever encountered in food service. He was belittling, demanding, and arrogant from the start and she never once stopped smiling or offering him the best service.“

“This is gotta be hands down. The best pizza and salad in Columbus period“

“We had a very nice time and a great waiter who treated us so nicely even though we ordered from their starters menu and not a full meal. He showed us how to use the electronic payment system and provided us with take home containers. Our server made the visit special!“

“Someone recently mentioned this place in a pizza group on FB. I decided to try it today & I'm glad I did. Probably the best non-deep dish pizza in Columbus. The prices were good as well. There's also plenty of nearby parking.“

“The food is great - we’ve tried most of their pizzas and the antipasti salad is to die for. Unfortunately I can’t speak as highly about the staff. On several occasions, usually on Sundays when they close at 7, I’ve gotten my food close to 7 but NEVER after 7. I’ve placed orders for pick-up at 6:45 and if I wasn’t there at 6:45 on the dot I’ve been called being harassed to get my food because they close at 7. Today I went in at 6:50 and they had already put everything away, taken out the trash, and sanitized everything and gave me lip about wanting to place my order (1 pizza and 1 salad). They proceeded to loudly complain to each other while making my order. Closing at 7 means you stop taking customers at 7 - not that staff gets to walk out the door and lock it behind them at 7.“

“MOUTHWATERING. HOMEMADE AND AUTHENTIC. HIGHLY RECOMMEND“

“service was excellent and food was good“

“Last night was our first time at Tony’s and I will absolutely be back! The service there was so accommodating and friendly. Tony himself was our host! The man even helped someone with wheelchair needs by storing the chair and bringing it back out when they needed it and was so kind. Our waitress was so friendly and outgoing and was so accommodating when my husband needed plain noodles with no sauce for his marsala. Speaking of food we ordered the chicken Marsala and Tony’s Own Fettuccine and oh my god they were both mouthwatering. They both came with salad and my husband switched to a Cesar salad instead for an upcharge and it was soooo good. I loved the uniqueness to the house salad with the two garbanzo beans, one pasta salad noodle, olives, tomato and blue cheese. It was soooo good especially for someone who loves blue cheese. The Cesar salad was also so good. We also ordered an appetizer of the bruschetta and it had to be one of the best orders of bruschetta I’ve had in a long long time. The bread they used complimented the ingredients so well and really brought the flavors together. Tony’s own fettuccine is now hands down my favorite pasta I’ve ever had to date. The cream sauce was so so good and the crab used was melt in your mouth amazing along with the shrimp and scallops. The chicken marsala was incredible and the sauce was so savory and perfect. My husband and I will definitely be back soon!! If you haven’t tried Tony’s yet please do!“

“This was my first time coming to this restaurant. I must say it was actually good! I would definitely come back. Food was a 10/10. I ordered the Carbonara Pasta Bowl with crispy chicken. Delicious 😋 I would definitely recommend this place!“

“The ONLY place to get pizza from. Nicest guys in the world and piled on toppings! Professional, polite and LOCAL! Thanks a lot!“

“Best take n bake pizza shop around! All of their pizzas, salads/homemade dressings, and lasagnas are amazing with so many options and fresh, local ingredients. And they have my favorite tiramisu that I can find. If you've never had Mama Mimi's, it's a must try for sure!“

“This was our first visit to Figlio's in many years. (Was our daughter's favorite place when she was growing up here). We had a very nice evening. The food was as good as we remembered - two different pizzas. Our server was very helpful and attentive. The highlight was when we learned they still have the French Quarter Ice Cream Torte. Not to be missed. Hard for a restaurant to maintain such a consistent level of delivery over time. Congratulations!“

“Food is always tasty and enjoyable! We ❤️ the Make It Good Fish Sanswich 😉“

“From the moment we walked in, we felt like welcomed guests rather than customers. The atmosphere transported us straight to Italy, with a warmth and authenticity that set the stage for what became an extraordinary evening. Each course felt like a carefully wrapped gift, designed with intention and presented with artistry. The flavors carried unexpected complexities—layers that unfolded in ways you rarely find in restaurants around here. Every bite told a story, both comforting and refined, and left us excited for what would come next. This wasn’t just dinner—it was an experience. One that lingered long after the last course, reminding us how exceptional dining can be when passion and craft meet. Truly unforgettable. We added the 4 course wine pairing with the Pelino’s Dinner. We ended the experience with espresso, which was better than any espresso we’ve ever had (even the 3 times we’ve been to Italy). Truly a special night.“

“I am a delivery driver for door dash. King’s pizza is my absolute favorite place to pick up food and deliver from! The guys that work there are always fast and pleasant. They always ask how I’m doing and tell me to have a good night and be safe. No matter how busy they are they always take time to Say hello and make sure everything is taken care of! They treat their door dash drivers better than any of the hundreds of restaurants I’ve been to!!! Kudos to them 💞“

“Dave helped us put together a small, simple, and delicious welcome breakfast and lunch for a company fishing excursion in June; all on very short notice. He was easy to work with - quick responses, professional and everything was delivered complete and on time. The cookies and potato salad were an especially big hit 😋“

“Hands down, the best pizza we have had! Chicago style and hand tossed. Perfection“

“This place really does have delicious food. Even the shrimp we ordered were perfectly cooked. We hadn't ordered from there before, but I'm glad we finally did. Highly recommended. Edit: Order from there and pick it up. Don't order it through a service if you can help it.“

“Honestly, this is the spot. Unknown, delicious, excellent service. Jordan was excellent and made the best pizza. Crispy, flavorful, excellent topping distribution. Seriously, this is the spot. Expect a wait because it is made fresh. This isn't a slice re-heated, it's a pizza made to perfection for you. Honestly, I was surprised there was not a line out the door.“

“pizza is very good service is great“

“Wow!! This was such an incredible experience! Hands down, the food and atmosphere were perfect. The wine shelves and antique decor made for a nice, comfy space. They had wine flights at a reasonable price so you can taste before deciding on a whole bottle. We ordered a variety of items from the menu, including the mushroom bruschetta, sliders, blank + blank (pick 2 lunch), short rib, and bread pudding- ALL delicious!! Even with these other factors, the thing that really topped off our experience was the service. Jessica was the nicest, most efficient server we’ve ever had!! Definitely will be back on our next trip to Columbus!“

“Had a delicious dinner. Service was prompt and extremely friendly!! All of the food was fantastic!“

“Great food, always hot and cooked properly. The subs always have a nice crispiness to the outer bun and their barbecue chicken pizza are delicious.“

“Yummy Hawaiian pizza style I’ll buy more soon“

“Excellent food, excellent and attentive service, moving to the head of our list of favorite restaurants in town.“