The food here is really great. My buddy is Italian and turned me on to this place. The staff is great, and their desert menu is really good. You can get custard and gelato and other Italian desert. The tiramisu is great. My favorite dish is the blackened chicken pasta. Their wine prices are so good, too. read more

Caffé DaVinci - Chicken Marsala - Italian Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Absolutely the worst shrimp scampi I've ever had, dry, poorly cleaned BREADED shrimp, spaghetti like gummy bears. How they could serve this mess and stay in business is beyond me. Wouldn't eat or order from this place again if it were free. A cardboard palate is required for dining here. read more

This place is sooo amazing!!! Good prices and even better service. Love Maddie who helped us by giving us recommendations the portions are big and well priced! It's the best Italian food I've had in cbus yet, and I've been to forno and Marcella to compare. Will definitely be back to try more! read more

Caffé DaVinci - Gelato options - Italian Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Great pasta. Like it a lot. The eggplant is also great. Recommend. Also have ice cream which is great. read more

Caffé DaVinci - a plate of pasta with meat and vegetables - Italian Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

This is one of my favorite Italian restaurants in town. Authentic, delicious and just like my Grandmother made!!! Gelato is a huge bonus... but you have to plan ahead and save room for it! read more

No, just no. Serious identity crisis with this place. Walk in and instant confusion. There's waiters ... kinda. Yet there's direction oddly to go to the counter or go into this weird little room off the front for gelato. Very disappointed in the quality for the price. Spent over $60 dollars on two items for my boyfriend and I. No flavor what so ever. Sure gave me more confidence in my cooking Only perk was people were nice. I just cannot believe this place is open yet people pay the prices they do for it. Sadly i'd recommend olive garden over this. read more

Menu large and very diverse. Food is brought out right away to keep it fresh/hot. Gelato bar is a must

This place is amazing! Great portion sizes for such a reasonable price! The staff was also so nice and friendly. You HAVE to get the gelato. I can't wait to come back read more

Casual place, but delicious simple Italian... Good pasta and even better Tira Misu. Gets busy at lunch. Recommended. read more

The people are nice, the price is okay, the food is so bland though. I've tried four different meals and the only one that has any taste to it is the blackened chicken. The bread might be the second best part of the meal. I don't see myself coming back... read more

We ordered from CD tonight through Postmates. This was our first time ordering from CD. Our order was eggplant parm and lasagna with extra sauce. The food was outstanding! The extra sauce was a pint container of delicious sauce. I called the manager to tell him that we loved the food, will order again and come in to the restaurant to eat as well. Very impressed! It's so nice to get a great meal and a restaurant that actually reads our extra requests!! read more

Caffé DaVinci is is La Croix of Italian food. The place is a pleasant space. Staff are mainly young and friendly. Ordering is at the till and drinks are from a self-service machine except for beer and wine, which are delivered to table. Food arrives promptly. A bread station is filled with something between Wonder Bread and good. The olive oil and balsamic help a good deal. The food seems well prepared and of adequate portions, but all flavours are banished from the kitchen. I doubt they use a whole head of garlic in a year. Salt apparently is too risky to use. Basil must be considered only a city in Switzerland (Basel is the city). To call it bland is too kind. All in all, it's like a cafeteria with better lighting. The adjacent gelato area has some decent product. Not great, but decent. read more

Never disappoints. We get this for lunch regularly and it's always fantastic. Get the da Vinci salad too. *chefs kiss*

It not easy to find a place that makes two different types of homemade ravioli, homemade gnocchi, homemade spaghetti, and at least a few more homemade pastas. I've been spoiled by my Italian family's cooking. This food hits the spot and reminds me of the food I had in Italy (gelato too - Donatella is too good to try too many other flavors). I've had 6 different dishes and all were fantastic (cheese ravioli, ravioli grande, gnocchi, lasagna, eggplant Parmesan, veal Parmesan). The marinara is the best I've ever had (my family's sauce is 5th generation but it's meat sauce). It's not ruined by sweetness like many other marinaras I've had. The food is top notch authentic homemade Italian food. The atmosphere is great. It's very casual. I've never eaten at an Italian restaurant that pairs very high quality food with a casual atmosphere. The lack of a full wait staff keeps the prices low, too. My favorite place to eat in Columbus. read more

Every once in a while, I really regret taking so long to finally eat at a restaurant. Upper Arlington's Caffe DaVinci has been open for about a year and a half -- and I've seriously missed out by not eating there until now. This place is great! Caffe DaVinci features fast casual Italian -- think Panera meets Fazoli's. That's a little unfair, though. At Fazoli's, you can taste the microwave. Everything at DaVinci is fresh, flavorful and awesome. The Veal Parmigiana is surprisingly tender. You can ask for it on a sandwich with delicious focaccia bread. The Chicken Penne is terrific: chicken, penne and asparagus in a basil cream sauce. So tasty! In addition to the sizeable menu, there is complimentary fresh baked focaccia with olive oil and herbs for the tables, adding a touch of class. Oh, they've got gelato too! Who can resist? This is the sort of place that will be a local chain before you know it. Go here now! read more

Caffé DaVinci - Italian Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

I never had the pleasure of eating at the landmark DaVinci's Restaurant when it stood on the corner of Henderson & Reed Roads for 30 years; I wasn't about to miss the opportunity to try out their latest incarnation, which is a smaller, full-service cafe at Kingsdale shopping center. My first experience with their food was attending a wedding shower catered by DaVinci's. I was blown away by the lasagna and gorged on cheese ravioli. Figured if they do bulk food extremely well, I can only imagine how good the individual portions will be. In general, I found the dining experience to be rather streamlined, which is always appreciated when in a hurry. It reminds me, in some ways, of the Italian version of La Chatelaine, where you order your food at a counter, seat yourself and a server delivers it to your table. While you're waiting, help yourself to a variety of breads and oils or water, located at a free-standing station. Of course, like at all good Italian restaurants, you can have your fill of vino too! The restaurant is much more spacious than one might expect from the outside, where a few patio tables overlook Tremont Road. Seating does not present a problem. My sister and I grabbed a table outside on a toasty August day; resisted ordering wine in lieu of much-needed water. Her pizza and my panini was delivered in a timely manner and the service was friendly, but not overly-attentive- which I prefer. When it comes to dessert, pop in next door to the (adjacent) Gelateria for a scoop or two of Italian gelato. While I am not a fan of the milky stuff, the parlor always looks busy and people seem quite content with the product. The owners inform me their gelato is classic- made all natural, with no preservatives. The traditional chocolate and vanilla, along with Buckeye gelato are among the most popular flavors. In general, Caffe DaVinci provided a nice lunch experience and I look forward to trying dinner sometime soon. I'll certainly write more when the time comes. read more

I'll go 5 here because they've always treated us amazing. The food is good, not great but really good. I've opted to go rolled out pizza dough in lieu of ordering pizza so we can make exotic pizzas at home... and honestly, it's awesome they're willing to do that. Some places would say no... and that's why I love this place. They do feel like a neighborhood joint. The tiramisu is really good and the gelato on a summer day (pre covid) was a fantastic trip to go try flavors. read more

I went to Caffe DaVinci for dinner this week as a last minute decision. It wasn't my choice, and honestly, I settled on it. I'm so very happy that I didn't put up a fight. It was absolutely perfect! I ordered their DaVinci salad. It sounds way more exotic than it is. It's simply bagged lettuce (or mixed greens) with tomatoes, cucumbers and on olive. Not bad, but nothing special. My date on the other hand ordered the minestone which I couldn't shut up about! I guess it was pretty tasty. We also ordered a 14" Margherita pizza to share. We were informed that our meal would be brought to our table-we ordered at the counter. On our way to a table, we found the bread and oil stop. Here you can select your own bread and create your own oil, vinegar and spice combination. I love being in control, this was great! After the salad and soup, our pizza arrived. It was so cheesy and crisp. a perfect combination. It's a thin crust with real pieces of garlic, basil, tomatoes and real mozzarella. I definitely walked away with the taste of garlic in my mouth, but it was so worth it! There was no one else there, so we got to sit anywhere we wanted. We arrived pretty late. They close at 9p on Wednesday, and we got there around 8:30p. They were so sweet though. We didn't realize they were closing. They let us finish our meal and conversation. Eventually we were ready to leave when I had to see the gelato selection. Then, of course, after seeing the gelato, we had to have some! Again, super sweet, they came out from cleaning to give us some samples before serving us a full cup. read more

Caffé DaVinci - Italian Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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This restaurant has the feel of a small town and taste straight from Italy. Everyone seems to knows each other and the staff is extremely friendly and kind. Started the meal with free bread, dipping oil and balsamic vinegar. I had the lasagna that was amazing!! Perfect amount of sauce and noodles. I finished the meal with a connoli that left me wanting the entire tray. read more

Caffé DaVinci - Starting with salad and bread - Italian Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Oh. My. Gelato. So I want y'all to understand somethin- I grew up a couple hours from the Italian mecca in St Louis known as The Hill. Revered by tourists and locals alike, this is THE spot for Italian fare and authentic food. Among that menu is the best danged gelato I had ever had- Gelato Di Riso. Unfortunately, when we moved to Ohio I was torn away from high end gelato- until now. I was skeptical at first. Coppa Gelato in Westerville had disappointed me. It was good, but good like Talenti from Kroger and not Amaretto from The Hill. This place though. Swoon. Their prices are fantastic, they pack the cups, and will let you sample any flavor you like (yes, we had to compare some more than once!). I highly recommend the Donatella (think Nutella Hazelnut bliss), Smores, Lemon Cookie, and Snickerdoodle. I went Monday and am going back Friday for more- that's how worth it this place is. read more

If Cafe DaVinci is anything, it's overrated. They do have a nice lunch special where you get a fair amount of food that is better-than-fast-food quality for a good price. However, outside of the special, the prices are about 40% than they should be for food of this quality. First of all, this is not Italian food. This is American-Italian food. There's a pretty big difference (most notably in the number of calories / heaviness of the sauces). That being said, most of the times in the last few years that I've gone to Cafe DaVinci's in the past few years, I had trouble finishing my entrees because of how -greasy- they all tasted. Lasagna? Greasy? What? There's no reason pasta with sauce should taste greasy. There's literally no ingredient involved with Italian food that should taste remotely greasy. I do love their house salad. It comes with blue cheese crumbles, dark greens, mandarin oranges, and a nice house vinaigrette. Most of the times I go to Cafe DaVinci's now, I go just for a salad. read more

Caffe DaVinci is not my favorite Italian joint, but it's a nice alternative to fast food, and their prices are pretty reasonable. The owner is very personable, and the staff is accommodating, so I've been here a few times now. They have a respectably sized menu, but I've never been head-over-heels in love with anything I've gotten. Tonight I had the chicken marsala, and the chicken was juicy and tender, but the marsala sauce didn't have quite as much flavor as I'd have liked. I've had the gnocchi as well, and found it to be on the gooey side, and the red sauce they use on many of the pasta dishes also lacks the amount of flavor I'd like. So I'm feeling somewhat unenthusiastic about the food, but if you're in the neighborhood, it's worth stopping by to get a cup of gelato. It has the right consistency, they have delicious flavors, and is definitely not ice cream dressed up in gelato pants. read more

Caffé DaVinci - Chicken Marsala - Italian Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Thank you DaVinci for being mask compliant & serving great food from great, caring servers! Seems like most restaurants are not following protocol & we gave walked out of many restaurants. read more

We've driven by for years thinking the restaurant looked unremarkable, but we were persuaded to go by several of our neighbors and acquaintances. We finally checked it out, and it turned out we were right. I expected a sit-down menu, but instead there is counter service. Typical traditional Italian fare and pizza. Some beer and wine options. I had the veal parmesan and my wife had the gnocchi. My veal and its side of spaghetti weren't bad, but they were dull and uninspired. My wife said her gnocchi was the worst she ever had, and she's had quite a bit of gnocchi. My daughter had mac and cheese and it was probably the best thing. I was surprised that the bill was over $50 when there is counter service and we had two meals, a kid's meal, one wine, and one beer. Seems steep for the quality. The atmosphere is fine, but bland. The air conditioner was underperforming and it was very hot. The staff all seemed grouchy, perhaps because they were hot. The saving grace was after our meal when we decided to try the gelato. It is quite good, especially the flavor with chocolate, coffee, and hazelnut. If you come here, I recommend dining elsewhere first and just coming for the gelato. It's really good. read more

Caffe DaVinci is a hidden gem of Columbus. We regularly get the blackened chicken, chicken Parmesan, eggplant Parmesan, and minestrone soup and it never disappoints. The portions are large and always enough for a second meal. They also have complementary fresh bread, olive oil, and balsamic which is the perfect complement to every meal! And if you're still hungry the gelato and cannolis are also some of the best in Columbus! read more

This is our 1st time here and it won't be our last. You walk in and order at the counter then seat yourself. They then bring your food out to your table. I ordered the Veal Parmigiana and my fiancé ordered the Gnocchi. They were both very good and their sauce is excellent. It was $36 for 2 entrees and 2 side salads and 2 drinks(water). They have an area where you can get bread and olive oil or balsamic vinegar with spices to dip the bread in too. We will be back again. read more

Caffé DaVinci - Veal Parmigiana with spaghetti. It was very good. - Italian Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

So yummy! Our friends brought us the lasagna with salad and tiramisu. It is delicious! The lasagna has so many layers of yummy pasta which was really unexpected and so welcomed. Also, the tiramisu is stunning! I ate all of it and didn't share with my family. Not very nice, but once you have a bite you'll probably do the same to your family. Enjoy! read more

Cute little spot in Upper Arlington. Their gelato choices are vast and it's good stuff! I got the Buckeye and Caffé Oreo mixed together for a fun chocolate and coffee combo. I have been here a couple times for food but my experiences have been mixed and it's been about three years since I've had the food, so I can't give a fair review on it yet. I'm hoping to try it sometime soon so I can update my review! read more

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The food arrived cold and was improperly prepared. The shrimp scampi aglio e olio with gluten free capellini arrived as thickly breaded shrimp and just plain penne noodles - no sauce at all (at least give a girl some better). The Tina salad's salmon was inedible because it was so overdone (although my hubby reports the rest of the salad was good). The chicken parm and spaghetti were also reported from the family to be good. They also totally left out the cannoli. No dessert for us. Looks like you gotta order just right here. Maybe stick to pizza? Not sure. read more

Several years ago, when I was looking to grab food with a friend, he mentioned that I needed to try Caffé DaVinci as it was his favorite italian food in Columbus. Knowing how particular this friend is with his italian, I assumed that this place must be exceptional. I was not disappointed. The restaurant has you order your food at the register and then take a table marker back to your table. Your food will be brought to you when it's ready. The atmosphere is very casual, and the lack of a dedicated wait staff to get refills/take orders help keep prices very affordable ($10-15 per dish). As for the food, many of the dishes, including the spaghetti, are hand made. The meat sauce and meatballs that I usually get with my pasta are my favorite that I have ever had at an italian restaurant. There is also a complimentary bread station with olive oil to accompany your meal. Be careful with the bread - you don't want to stuff yourself and miss out on a delicious meal! I have taken several friends here since my first visit who have tried everything from the lasagna to the pizza and not a single person has left disappointed. If you're feeling up for dessert there is a gelato place within the restaurant that is quite delicious. I highly recommend the Donatello! read more

Top two recommendations are eggplant parmesan and blackened chicken!!! They are both to die for. The gelato is absolutely fantastic as well, with my faves being the s'mores and the oreo. This place is great, and the prices are definitely right! read more

We stumbled upon this place a few weeks back and wow, were we surprised. It was casual, easy and delicious. We appreciated their kids menu, the endless amounts of bread and the Italian choices. So many! Very family friendly place and you can tell many people come here weekly or come and get their take out. The gelato on site was also a perk! read more

Caffe di Vinci is the kind of place you stop in for dinner when you're looking for good Italian food, fast, but with a little bit of fancy. It's a bit of a fast-casual setup, where you order at the counter and take a number to your table, do your own drinks (they do have wine and beer) and the bread is self-serve. However, the tables are nice and staff are walking around to check in with you if you need anything. The menu is quite large, so don't feel bad if you need to step out of line to peruse the boards or the paper menus. Their proteins are all done well, and everything is pretty standard, flavor-wise, and consistent. (Be not fooled by anything labeled "spicy") Definitely a good place to bring your picky-eaters - they'll find something they like - and your gelato fans, because they have a gelato shop off the front entrance. Most recently, I had the spicy sausage and penne, and it was a well-balanced mix of pasta, veggies, sauce and sausage (um, maybe too much sausage, but that's not a thing). Perfect size for dinner paired with a side salad. Good stuff. read more

We ordered takeout from here after a friend kept raving about their pizza. We were not disappointed. The crust and sauce are excellent. I'd like to try some of their other entrees as well. read more

We live close by and come to Caffe DaVinci often. Whether we are ordering take out or dinning in we always have good service and have a very consistent quality of food. If you are looking for a quick causal meal this is the perfect place. The lasagna and blackened chicken are our favorite. read more

Caffe DaVinci was a solid choice by friends who wanted an early dinner before nighttime activities started. We met at 4:45 p.m. and were finished by 6 o'clock, including having apps. The fried calamari were cooked to perfection and a large portion was served. The garlic cheese bread, while plentiful, would get a solid B rating from me. Again, lots of it. Friends got spaghetti and meatballs, lasagna and a shrimp pasta dish. Everyone enjoyed it all, including using the garlic bread (yes) to mop up. I chose the Italian panini sandwich with kettle chips. The flavors were solid, the bread rich and soft. I would return to have that panini sandwich again but my pal's lasagna looked oh so darned good! Caffe DaVinci should be getting my business again and very soon. That's ITALIAN! Looks like they do a nice take-out business, too. read more

This is my (and my sibling's) favorite when it comes to slightly more than fast casual Italian in town. Sort of a hidden gem compared to the restaurant that the family had back in the day. The pasta is the best in town (and you can buy to take home and cook your own way). The standard doesn't deviate here. In many ways, Cafe Davinci beats the "fine dining" Italian places in the region. read more

Great food we really enjoyed our Tina salmon salad and always consistent in quality. We frequent this cafe often and have always gotten great service. read more

The first time I ordered from Caffe Davinci I wasn't the biggest fan but now that I found what I like on the menu I have ordered multiple times for pickup. Contrary to the majority of the other reviews, I wasn't a fan of the eggplant Parmesan. It was pretty small and seemed bland to me. However, the blackened chicken pasta lives up to the hype. Farfalle noodles with a creamy Cajun sauce and balsamic glaze with blackened chicken. The sauce is so good I could drink it! Also, the garlic cheese bread is huge and comes in a pizza box. Pick-up is easy and my order has always been ready when I arrive. They also have pizza kits which is a fun quarantine activity for a date night or the family! read more

I have been going to Caffé Davincis for years now. It is mine and my kids favorite Italian spots in the city. My dish is the DaVinci salad with a bowl of penne pasta with their signature salsa Rosa sauce. But you can't go wrong with anything! Also, you have complementary fresh bread with oil and balsamic vinegar before your meal. To finish off, their gelato selection is amazing. It's one of the best in the city! read more