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    Bravo! Italian Kitchen

    3.3 (205 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Café Italiano and Tiramisu

    I'll be honest -- my first instinct was to focus on the negative. BUT REALLY? -- does that help anybody? .... It's soooooo EZ to complain! Heck, it even feels good sometimes. right? but to truly change???? That takes some time, patience, effort, honesty, and LOVE. And, that's why I'm doing this right now. I'm taking time because I SEE these people. I UNDERSTAND that they are struggling. I SEE this business is struggling. I'm not gonna kick somebody while they're down. I'm going to hold space for them and give them my business and the support they deserve! The olive oil no longer has that peppery extra-virgin finish it once did. The focaccia is commercially prepared instead of house-baked with love. Sun-dried tomatoes have been replaced with specks of dehydrated sun-dried tomato flakes. Longtime guests will notice ingredient shifts, and it's fair to acknowledge that. But when I stepped back and looked at the bigger picture, I saw something else. I watched the chef prepare a wood-fired pizza with real care and attention. I had a salad dressing that was beautifully balanced and honestly memorable. The staff was professional. The effort in that kitchen was visible. Restaurants are navigating rising costs and supply chain challenges everywhere right now. It's easy to criticize. It's harder to recognize the people still showing up and doing the work. My gut reaction could have been to leave a one-star review. Instead, I'm choosing to lift up the effort I saw. We all deserve the chance to succeed, especially when there is still pride and intention behind the line. It's possible to miss what something once was and still appreciate the drive and determination that you need when fighting to keep the lights on in the face of adversity. I appreciate that tenacity.

    Chicken Marsala
    Barb H.

    I went to lunch with a large group and everyone else was happy with their food. My Chicken Marsala, however, was inedibly salty. I took it home and ate it later with other food that was unsalted. Not the mashed potatoes, though - they were super lumpy. How can a restaurant send out lumpy mashed potatoes? Also, we were squashed around a table and I kept hitting my head on the wall behind me - that's how close we were - and I am not a big or tall person. The service was good.

    Chicken Woozie
    Heidi B.

    Mike was not a good server. We ordered our cocktails and our salads came out before they did. He totally forget to put in he order, and didn't even apologize. Took 10 minutes to get our drinks. So really didn't get to enjoy our bread with my hubby's wine. Then our entrees came out within 5 minutes of our salads. So that sat getting cold while we ate our salad. Tuscan Sun was a refreshing drink. Cesar and chopped salads were cold and crisp, which is always a huge plus for us. The Pasta Bravo had 2 small pieces of chicken and no real flavor to speak of. The Woozie was tasty but would have been 100% better if it had been hot. This is the first time we've been here in 16 years, we had a blah experience the last time and this didn't move the needle at all. OMG had to come back on. He brought dessert before my husband was even done with his entree and delivered the bill at the and time.

    Danielle H.

    Love Bravo for Happy Hour. They have a great selection of drinks, appetizers and pizzas. I believe it's smaller portions than normal but it's a decent amount and good all the same. The calamari comes with two delicious sauce options. I enjoy the burger option and the fries are good (ask for them crispy). For $35 you can get a couple drinks and some decent food.

    Bread nice aroma from the rosemary or whatever herb they had in the bread. A bit hard but it could be because it was a to-go order
    Sakiko E.

    Definitely recommend the dining in option if you could as our food we got as a to-go order could have been better if we ate at the restaurant! With that said, they have a nice selection of Italian food and your tummy will be happy at the end of the meal We thought pasta bravo is the best of what we had. The shrimp scampi is a bit sad as the bread was packed in the same container as the pasta and got very soggy when we ate at the hotel. Fried ravioli would probably taste much better when served right away but it has a nice crunch and the sauce went well. We did the online first timer coupon where you get $10 off if your order is over $30 or so. Good deal.

    mushed meat in the lasagna
    P S.

    Had dinner here this past weekend for our group pre Vday dinner. Party of 12, dinner was at 8pm. We arrived it was less than busy and dinner rush was already over. We were greeted by our server about 15 minutes after we were seated. We placed our drink orders and we did not get our drinks until a good 30-35 minutes later. After finally getting our drinks we thought it was best to place our dinner orders immediately. Our food eventually came out about 35 - 40 minutes later after we ordered. We did eventually get some bread after the wives asked for it since the dipping oil plates were there but it didn't come out until right before we got our meals. Not sure if that is customary timing. For dinner, I ordered the lobster bisque for my appetizer and for my main dish I ordered NY strip, medium rare. Instead of the mashed potatoes got alfredo noodles. My lobster bisque was not good, tasted like something from a can. I'm only comparing this to Lindy's in GV village and Ocean Club which are the only places where I've had lobster bisque. Not sure if there is canned but it tasted much more fresh and cleaner than this one. My NY strip had no sear and absolutely no flavor. Alfredo noodles were not al dente it was hard and it was pasty. The asparagus that came with my NY strip was cooked well. My wife ordered chopped salad for her appetizer and lasagna for her main dish. She did like the chopped salad, she did not like the lasagna. I tasted it and it was the absolute worst ever compared to other places. Whatever filling they used it was terrible. It was mushed meat and not ground beef it seems. I don't know if was ricotta or some bechamel sauce but whatever it was, it was not good.. Three of our other friends ordered the salmon. When asked if they would order again, all three said no. Other couple ordered shared the chicken marsala and they also said that was not good. Two other people ordered chicken parmesan. It was horrid looking. I wouldn't even compare it to a frozen dinner because I've never seen frozen chicken parmesan look that bad. They had to ask for sauce because there was no tomato/marinara sauce on the pasta/chicken only a small glump of melted cheese. The chicken piece itself tasted like it was microwaved and just not cooked well. It was a rubbery texture. I've been to Bravo's twice in my life and now i remember why we never went back. Not to mention while we were dining the guy from the pasta/pizza station came over and wanted to have an open discussion about politics how we should all be voting for trump. Regarding the service, Im assuming Darla our waitress had too many tables. Most likely explained the extensive wait time. We all still tipped her generously as she was very nice. Certainly not holding her accountable for the poor quality of the dishes. The bright side of dinner was the ambiance. The layout of the restaurant made me feel like we were in Italy. I seen the outside patio which would probably be amazing in warmer weather. All of us agreed that we would not dine here for the food. Maybe for the scenery and to have wine on the patio if that would ever be an option. 1 1/2 !! No bueno .. Hard puff puff pass..

    Tracy M.

    Late post* We had a great experience at this place. Everything was delicious and I mean delicious. The pizza, pasta, calamari and bread are a must try. We'll most surely come back here again. Great food, great atmosphere and great service. Keep up the good work!

    Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Ice Cream
    Kyle P.

    It has been over 20 years since I have been to this Bravo Italian Kitchen off Bethel Road. I had the Lasagna with salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette that was delicious while my friend got Spaghetti and Meatballs with Salad. We washed it down with Diet Pepsi and water. I got a Free Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Ice Cream for my birthday and very yummy. Great service from the lady who served us. The Ambiance remains the same that I went over 20 years ago. I will be going back to Bravo Italian Kitchen off Bethel Road again soon.

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    The Refectory Restaurant

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    Great evening . The food and service were wonderful. Beautifully decorated for the holidays.read more

    Celebrating my partner's birthday was the perfect excuse to return to what is, in my opinion,…read moreColumbus' premier restaurant. From the moment we arrived, it was clear why this institution has remained at the top of the city's dining scene for half a century. My partner began with the Escargot and Shiitake Marble Veal Mousse with parsley garlic butter sauce, while I enjoyed the exceptional Mussel Soup with leek chiffonade, saffron cream, and Chablis. Both starters were beautifully prepared and set the tone for the evening. For our second course, my partner selected the Roasted Lake Erie Walleye with dill Chablis sauce, and I chose the Sautéed Florida Red Snapper with Choron vin blanc sauce. Both dishes showcased impeccable technique, fresh ingredients, and elegant presentation. Our third course continued to impress. The Black Truffle Duxelle Stuffed Rabbit Loin with Dijonnaise sauce was rich, flavorful, and perfectly executed, while my Pan-Seared Prime New York Strip Steak with cardamom sauce was cooked flawlessly and absolutely outstanding. We shared the Black Forest Tart with mascarpone chantilly and cherry gel for dessert. The flavors were wonderful, though the tart crust was a bit firmer than expected, making it somewhat difficult to enjoy with only a spoon. Service was polished and professional throughout the evening. Although the restaurant had run out of the bottle of wine we initially selected, the sommelier recommended a comparable bottle from the same AVA that was slightly more expensive and graciously adjusted the price to match our original selection. This was a thoughtful gesture that perfectly reflects The Refectory's commitment to hospitality. Our only minor disappointment was the seating location. The booth where we were placed was tucked away from the main dining room and felt a bit tight, making it somewhat less comfortable than we would have preferred. While the secluded setting had its charm, a table or a more spacious booth in the main dining area would have enhanced the overall experience. Overall, it was another memorable dining experience. Exceptional cuisine, refined service, and an atmosphere that continues to set the standard for fine dining in Columbus. It's easy to understand why The Refectory has earned its stellar reputation and why it has thrived for 50 years. Highly recommended and well deserving of its legendary status.

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