Best Casual Restaurants in Columbus

My sister and I had an absolutely fabulous first experience at Marcella’s! Our server, Julia, was amazing and very accommodating. She was so friendly and gave some amazing recommendations. I had the salmon, but I wanted to substitute the sauce for a white sauce that they didn’t have on the menu. Julia spoke to the chef and the manager and they were able to create a wonderful sauce that exceeded my expectations. It was amazing and exactly what I wanted! That dish is genuinely one of the best meals I’ve ever had and I am so thankful for the team going above and beyond to provide me with excellent service. After our meal, my sister and I had the chocolate almond cake, which blew my mind. Julia said that was her favorite and she was absolutely right because it was delicious! I couldn’t ask for a better dining experience! I heavily recommend this restaurant.

Cap city never disappoints. Great food & service.

Always love the experience at Forno - food was delicious, on time and service was great!

Great atmosphere! Cory was our server and he was very attentive and answered all of our food questions. I would love to come back when the weather is better and it's open air. Lincoln Social was a great place to celebrate a birthday and happy hour.

Had an amazing brunch at SoCal! The 40 Yolk was absolutely phenomenal—rich, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. If you’re sharing, they’ll even split plates for you, which is a great touch. The vibe was on point with incredible music that added to the experience. Highly recommend!