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Nicola Restaurant and Bar - Columbus, Columbus, OH

Nicola Restaurant and Bar - Columbus

4.8
4.8
1749 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Nicola Restaurant is dynamic, cultural, and fun with open doors for all who want a true taste of Italian authenticity. To say the least, the food will be a treasure for your senses. Nicola restaurant is for any person hungry for not just food and drink, but for the unique presence of beauty, joy, and family which exists in every Italian family's home. With chef Nicola's ability to bring together simple ingredients to create delicious dishes in a welcoming atmosphere, you are sure to have an enjoyable experience. Join us and taste Nicola's vision that greets the senses with the aroma, taste, and feel of a small town in Tuscany.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 4:30 pm–8:30 pm Happy Hour Bar Mon–Sat 4:30 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (614) 459-7000
  • Website
    http://www.nicolacolumbus.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Nicola
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining area seates up to 90 and can be used as two beautiful private rooms that seats from 20-50 each
  • Location
    4740 Reed Rd., Columbus, OH 43220
  • Neighborhood
    Upper Arlington
  • Cross street
    Henderson & Reed
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in front and behind the building
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,749 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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Columbus

    Italian

  • Columbus

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Nicola Restaurant and Bar in Columbus offers an "elegant ambiance" and "authentic Italian" cuisine that keeps diners returning. Celebrated for its "fantastic service," especially from servers like Beth and Gina, Nicola excels with dishes like "Tuscan Nido" and "sea bass with squash ravioli." A "neighborhood gem," it's perfect for any special occasion.

1,749 Reviews

  1. Gary

    Columbus

    65 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    65 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Swordfish special was delicious. Disappointed in the double pork chop special. Was not a double chop - but two pork chops stacked on top of each other. Dry, and the sauce had little flavor. Usually great food - must have been an off night. Service is always good

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  2. Bob

    Columbus

    74 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    74 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food and service. Best Italian cuisine in the city! I highly recommend Nicola.

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  3. WorthTheMoney

    Columbus

    85 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    85 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Food is always great, but this time the service was terrible.

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  4. Andy

    Columbus

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We will certainly be back! Much to try on the menu.

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  5. Jeff

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service was outstanding! Highly recommend.

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  6. Bonnie

    Columbus

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our favorite Italian restaurant. Food and service were wonderful. We were impressed when I owner came around to our table.

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  7. Magally

    Alabama

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was our first time there and we loved it . Good food, great service. Will be back for sure.

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  8. David

    Columbus

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My girlfriend and I went on a little date night and it was really great food and we both enjoyed the environment. A great date night.

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  9. Gary

    Columbus

    65 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    65 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always exceptional- Rapidly becoming a favorite. Guest raved about osso bucco and branzino is always good

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  10. DebbieJ

    Columbus

    37 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated a 67th Wedding Anniversary and our service and food was amazing!! Thanks for a wonderful evening.

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FAQs

Nicola Restaurant and Bar - Columbus offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (614) 459-7000.

Nicola Restaurant and Bar - Columbus is rated 4.8 stars by 1749 OpenTable diners.

Nicola Restaurant and Bar - Columbus 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.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Nicola Restaurant and Bar - Columbus

4740 Reed Rd., Columbus, OH 43220

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Henderson & Reed
  • Neighborhood
    Upper Arlington
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 4:30 pm–8:30 pm Happy Hour Bar Mon–Sat 4:30 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in front and behind the building
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Nicola
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.nicolacolumbus.com/
  • Phone number
    (614) 459-7000
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining area seates up to 90 and can be used as two beautiful private rooms that seats from 20-50 each

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