Marcella's - Columbus

This is a Cameron Mitchell's restaurant and it just didn't feel authentic like a Scalis out East. The appetizers were solid, but the main meals kinda just misse... read more This is a Cameron Mitchell's restaurant and it just didn't feel authentic like a Scalis out East. The appetizers were solid, but the main meals kinda just missed the mark slightly. The rating feels like a 3.95 when you consider everything. Overall good ambience and service, but the food was sorta not a gotta have again without trying other places first.

We went before 6 so we were under happy hour pricing. The value was great for the affected items. All of the appetizers and featured cocktails were 1/2 price. T... read more We went before 6 so we were under happy hour pricing. The value was great for the affected items. All of the appetizers and featured cocktails were 1/2 price. The cocktails were very well prepared and delicious. These included the Milan Manhattan, The Calabrian Margarita. For the appetizers, the Meatball and the Melted Cheese Appetizer were excellent. The Calamari, however, was rubbery. Our dinner was somewhat disappointing. The Chicken Parmesan was dry and not tender. The Braised Beef Tortellini was good but the portion was very small. The Fettucine with Meatball was great. The Salmon was good but nothing special. The value not is 5 stars because of the small portion of the Tortellini. Messing up Chicken Parmesan at what is presenting itself as a high end Italian Restaurant is inexcusable. The desserts were great. I had been there a few times before for Happy Hour and enjoyed it. It's the best deal in Columbus. I would return for Happy Hour but be reluctant to return for dinner.

Marcella's has been a favorite for a long time. We had not dined there in some time and I found it ok this time. The food was not as good as usual; very salty.... read more Marcella's has been a favorite for a long time. We had not dined there in some time and I found it ok this time. The food was not as good as usual; very salty. Both the appetizers and main meal were just ok. Service was very good and the restaurant was busy. Will return, but maybe not a top choice.

Marcella’s was a fantastic experience, from the food to the service and ambiance/ music. I enjoyed every minute in Marcella’s. Grapefruit fizz was a great drink... read more Marcella’s was a fantastic experience, from the food to the service and ambiance/ music. I enjoyed every minute in Marcella’s. Grapefruit fizz was a great drink to have while eating amazing bruschetta& melon and Calamari. I got the gnocchicon bolognese, the portion size is perfect and delicious. We split a chicken Parmesan, not too heavy, tasty and crispy. I wouldrecommend Marcella’s to anyone.

Had a reservation for happy hour 4-6pm, got seated right away at 5:30! Staff was very friendly and quick. Half off apps so we got the meatball, sausage peppers,... read more Had a reservation for happy hour 4-6pm, got seated right away at 5:30! Staff was very friendly and quick. Half off apps so we got the meatball, sausage peppers, burrata, and 4 cheese pizza, and everything was phenomenal! Parking on high street can betough but there are garages nearby and a few sidestreets with meters. Great experience!