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Forno Kitchen and Bar, Columbus, OH

Forno Kitchen and Bar

4.8
4.8
2873 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 78 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Lively
  • Great for happy hour
  • Good for special occasions
Located in the heart of the Short North Arts District, Forno offers the best atmosphere and contemporary cuisine in the city, with alluring views of our custom stone-fire oven and High Street happenings. An unrivaled Happy Hour includes hand-crafted drinks, wine by the glass, Ohio drafts, signature pizzas and sharables. Stop in and see why we’ve been ranked as one of Forbes Top 100 Hottest Restaurants in America! Please call us at 614-469-0053 to make a reservation!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Italian, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of operation
    Mon 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Tue–Thu 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 10:00 am–1:00 am Sun 10:00 am–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (614) 469-0053
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Branden Weigel
  • Private party facilities
    If you're interested in holding a private event, please reach out to events@onehospitality.co or give us a call at (614) 469-0053!
  • Neighborhood
    Short North - Arena District
  • Cross street
    Buttles/High St.
  • Parking details
    Meter Parking. Parking garage located on Hubbard/High Street. Parking garage located on Russell Street.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Holiday Chalet

    Nov 29, 2024 - Jan 5, 2025
    Cozy, ski lodge vibes, festive cocktails, fondue
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What 2,873 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Columbus

    Hot spot

  • Columbus

    Hot spot

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Forno Kitchen and Bar delights with its "cozy yet energetic" atmosphere and "amazing" happy hour deals. Guests rave about the "delicious" food, from wood-fired pizzas to creative cocktails. The staff is "attentive and friendly," making each visit memorable. While noise levels may vary, it remains a top choice for celebrations.

2,873 Reviews
  1. Fred

    Columbus

    68 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    68 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect in every way - drinks, app, main dishes - perfect. Our server Molly was perfect!

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  2. Logan

    Columbus

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food always amazing! Good service. Always a good experience with Tim. The hosts up front were kind this time around. Typically have not had that experience from the hosts, so it seems to be getting much better.

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  3. Terry

    Columbus

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The pasta special was fantastic! Excellent service and a fun atmosphere. Highly recommend

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  4. julie

    Columbus

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 5, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    First time for husband and I going. Our table was in the back next to another table of 4 beside a door. It was freezing and We had to scream to have a conversation with each other because we were right on top of the other table. The positive is the food was amazing! Our waiter was also great! He must’ve realized how cold it was because he said he asked them to turn up the heat.

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  5. Flo

    Columbus

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We came in for the great happy hour. The scallops are a must, and i love the ahi tuna tacos, but i get them in lettuce boats. Our server, Cristina, is always attentive and pleasant...she aims to please. Her personality is definitely suited to giving great customer service ...always a pleasure! And, of course, we must give a big shout out to Sydney, the 'hostess with the mostest'. She is a joy... always has a welcoming smile and still a professional demeanor. We love Forno. Great venue for brunch and birthdays too👍

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  6. Halle

    Naples

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great waiter. Fast food. Good drinks. A little loud but appropriate for friends.

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  7. chad

    Columbus

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another amazing brunch. Best chicken and waffles in the city. Best happy hour in the city too from 4-6 weekdays!

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  8. Lindsey

    Columbus

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    CARLA IS THE BEST!!!! Arancini balls are a must-order. Ahi tuna tacos are phenomenal. Went with a group and everyone enjoyed drinks and meals. Always a solid place to dine in the Short North.

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  9. Amy

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great experience after a disappointing buckeye loss!

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  10. Wayne

    Columbus

    29 reviews

    4.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We went for the speakeasy specifically, and it was nice. The drinks were spot on, only one small 'snack' available, fondue, which was very tasty. It was ruckus, and I think it would have been nicer if a bit quieter, but the noise was patrons, not the staff or atmosphere. Forno seems very popular with a younger, more lively crowd. :)

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FAQs

Forno Kitchen and Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (614) 469-0053.

Forno Kitchen and Bar is rated 4.8 stars by 2873 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 78 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Forno Kitchen and Bar

721 North High St, Columbus, OH 43215

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Buttles/High St.
  • Neighborhood
    Short North - Arena District
  • Hours of operation
    Mon 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Tue–Thu 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 10:00 am–1:00 am Sun 10:00 am–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Italian, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Meter Parking. Parking garage located on Hubbard/High Street. Parking garage located on Russell Street.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Branden Weigel
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (614) 469-0053
  • Private party facilities
    If you're interested in holding a private event, please reach out to events@onehospitality.co or give us a call at (614) 469-0053!
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