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Marcella's - Short North, Columbus, OH

Marcella's - Short North

4.7
4.7
5741 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
615 North High Street, Columbus, OH 43215

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 81 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
  • 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
  • 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 5,741 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Columbus

    Italian

  • Columbus

    Most Booked

  • Columbus

    Italian

  • Columbus

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Marcella's in Short North offers a delightful blend of authentic Italian cuisine and a lively atmosphere. Patrons rave about the "great food" and "amazing staff," with standout dishes like the "meatball that melts in your mouth." The service is consistently praised as attentive and accommodating, making it a favorite for both locals and visitors.

5,741 Reviews
  1. Charles

    Columbus8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    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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  2. Karen VIP

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Pasta dishes were delicious. Loved the simplicity and the flavor profiles were fantastic. Staff was very attentive. All around great experience.

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  3. Maria

    Columbus1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely dinner with my family! Everyone was happy with their food, even my picky children! Ambience was nice.

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  4. Sue

    Columbus6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first visit was impressive! Delicious food! Excellent service!

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  5. Courtney

    Columbus1 review

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The tables are VERY close together but the happy hour deal is worth it.

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  6. Elizabeth

    Columbus2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my favorite spots in town. The bruschetta is delicious

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  7. Miles

    Columbus2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing, service was amazing, drinks were amazing. We had an incredible time and experience and will be back!

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  8. Becky

    Detroit4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was incredible and our server, Ren, was incredible! We visit Columbus once a year and always look forward to a meal at Marcella’s!

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  9. Pam

    Columbus1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was my first visit to Mareclla's and I thought it was wonderful. I can wait to come back!

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  10. Lillian VIP

    Columbus64 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 8, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Marcella's was very noisy and very crowded! Our service was slow. We waited more than 1 hour for our food after ordering.

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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 5741 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 81 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
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