50 Best Italian Restaurants near Urbancrest

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

“Dinning is A classic vibe with excellent homemade food from pasta to pizza and subs. Highly recommend 😎😎😎“

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

“We had a delightful lunch today at Gallo's, from the moment entering, we were greeted by a Fine Gentleman that discussed our seating options ( Yeah, I'm a bit picky) to the time we departed with full bellies that was topped off with the Belgium Chocolate Mussee cake that was Outstanding!! Ice cold beverages and our service (Bartender) was Awesome catering to our every whim. This is definitely a MUST stop when looking for a Great place to dine!!“

“Very friendly personnel , like hometown stations“

“Wow.. I've been to alot of reetaunts around the us, AND a lot of Cameron Mitchell restraunts.

This hidden gem in the German Village Community of Columbus is hands down the best experience I have had at any of his restraunts.

The Arugula Salad was put together with flavors that complimented each other perfectly.
HOWEVER, by far, the Gnocci Filet Tomato dish was by far the best in 48yrs of being alive... the best steak!
I mean it was to the point you couldnt eat quick enough or wait long enough to get the next.

In 48yrs that has never happened before!! Stunned.

Thinking it was over until Mairren, convinced me to try the desert.. she has already had me try the new drink that she created, a whiskey (that's my go to) spin off of an old fashioned that was spicy. Liked it, but not a spicy booze guy.

I went with a new the Chocolate dessert, I don't usually do dessert so I can't comment on it, but leading is to say it was good. Not too rich and overpowering.

Between the Service from Mairren Exceptional...and the two best dishes I think I've had maybe ever let alone at a KM restraunt.. make this the best flaovered steak and salad combo , I've ever experienced.

Ive been to a lot of places and I don't give this recommendation out ever. But this is legit the BEST restraunt in Columbus!!!“

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

“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.“

“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!“

“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.“

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

“Such a charming space with really next level food and drink. We had sandwiches on their house-made focaccia, Americanos to drink, and gelato for dessert. The staff was lovely and helpful.

The flour in the focaccia is from Italy. The cream for our coffee was from a local producer, and was fabulous. Details like these really make the experience shine. And they also sell Italian wines and packaged foods.

I would impoverish myself eating here all the time if I was a local.“

“As a chef who has been traveling around trying new places, this is by far one of the best experiences I’ve ever had. From the Hosts being friendly, to the flow of the servers during the rush, to the amazing service I had from app to dessert, and the staff being so kind to my girlfriend on her birthday. Will be coming back with my friends and family. Thank you
*Update: I came back a year later as now a supervisor for SoCal and it’s even better… Our Server Anders was incredible and was constantly making sure we were good, our food was fantastic, and the drinks were still on point. Could never hate you Marcellas!“

“My all time favorite pizza. Only thing I miss about Ohio.“

“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!“

“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.“

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

“Good food and friendly staff 👍“

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

“Outstanding in every way! It starts with a crisp white Pinot Grigio paired with hot fluffy focaccia dipped in a savory and quality olive oil with fresh herbs. Next, indulge in a bowl of handmade pasta with pesto. Wow! Chef’s kiss, literally! Service, on point, atmosphere- perfect! Do not miss this little slice of Italian perfection.“

“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.“

“I came in hungry and left spiritually healed. Whoever is in charge of making the piadas deserves a raise because that thing barely survived the drive home. The food was fresh, the staff was awesome, and the whole place had a great vibe.

Honestly, if loving carbs is wrong, I don't want to be right. Definitely one of my new favorite spots!“

“I’ve been coming to Olive Garden all my life. However I was surprised at the incredible service and delicious food I received tonight. I felt like a celebrity. Ren and the rest of staff was attentive, and friendly and comforting. I will never forget this random dinner on a Monday for As long as I live. 10 stars, no notes“

“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.“

“Atmosphere was beautiful, food was delicious, and sever was professional yet still personable. Before we left our waiter, Daniel, made sure to tell us to come back and when promotions are for wine. I had been wanting to try it out for years and were so glad we did! Loved the veal meatballs and carbonara, my fiance enjoyed his chicken Parmesan!“

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

“MOUTHWATERING. HOMEMADE AND AUTHENTIC. HIGHLY RECOMMEND“

“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.“

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

“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 eating at this location so maybe it was just an off day for restaurant. The lasagna was good and my soup was good as well. No concerns about the food here. My server was nice and polite but may have had too much on his plate. He used my napkin to lay the hot plate on the table which was odd. He also told me he would bring the $6 to go meal and didn't do that. He didn't charge me for it so I was okay with it but was surprised that the server didn't remember that I asked for it.

Overall it was good but tge food gets the 4 stars. Service was 3.“

“This is consistently some of the best pizza in down, and worth every penny. The staff are great and if I forget, they make sure to suggest dip or drizzle options to compliment my order without making it feel like a pressure add-on. They’re just friendly, helpful, and assemble a darn good pizza!“

“service was excellent and food was good“

“Overall service and food was good. Most of the pasta dishes had a little bit of heat, but complimented the dish very well. As someone that is gluten free (celiac) they had a large selection of gluten free pastas and pizzas available. I got the gluten free chicken in roasted red pepper cream and it was delicious. The staff confirmed that the kitchen was able to prepare the pasta is its own separate boiled water.“

“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“

“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.“

“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 💞“

“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.“

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

“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.“

“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❤️“

“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.“

“Loved this little place! Great food and the meatballs are definitely the best in central Ohio. Highly recommended!!“