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Chouette, Columbus, OH

Chouette

4.5
4.5
223 Reviews
$31 to $50
French

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2 people
19:00
Booked 57 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
Discover the charm of Chouette, a delightful French bistro nestled in the heart of Columbus. Named after the French word for "owl" or "cool," Chouette invites you into a warm and inviting space that beautifully resonates with historical significance.

Our bistro, housed in a storied building, seamlessly blends the allure of tradition with modern comfort, creating a unique dining experience. Join us at Chouette, where history and contemporary elegance come together to offer a truly memorable culinary experience.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–22:00 Daily 11:00–15:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    (614) 705-2665
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Shawn Applin
  • Area
    Columbus
  • Cross Street
    Corner of High and Gay
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Christmas Eve Dinner at Chouette

    24 Dec 2024 only
    Celebrate Christmas Eve in true French style at Chouette. Our dinner menu will feature special holiday offerings available for this evening only, crafted by Chef Jacques Sorci. Enjoy a Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Chioggia beets, shaved apples, crushed hazelnuts, and clementine vinaigrette; a rich Truffle Soup en Croute with root vegetables; Maine Lobster Thermidor with Sauterne sauce and rice pilaf; or Beef Tournedo Rossini with Hudson Valley foie gras, shallot confit sauce, and dauphinoise potatoes. End your meal with our Candied Chestnut Buche de Noel. Join us for a festive Christmas Eve filled with exquisite flavors and holiday cheer. Reservations are now open!
    Christmas Eve Dinner at Chouette photo
  • New Year’s Day Champagne Brunch at Chouette

    1 Jan 2025 only
    Ring in the New Year with a special Champagne Brunch at Chouette. Our New Year’s Day menu features Lemon Curd Souffle Pancakes with mixed berry compote, a delicate Omelet filled with ratatouille and piperade sauce, accompanied by a fresh baby greens salad, and NY Steak & Eggs with frites and bearnaise sauce. For a truly indulgent start to the year, savor our Smoked Salmon Tarte Flambee with crème fraiche, salmon caviar, and lemon confit. Celebrate the first day of 2025 steeped in French culture and exceptional flavors. Reservations are now open.
    New Year’s Day Champagne Brunch at Chouette photo

What 223 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Chouette offers a taste of Paris in downtown Columbus with a charming atmosphere and authentic French cuisine. Highlights include "delicious food," "excellent cocktails," and "impeccable service." While the intimate setting and European vibe impress, there are minor critiques on spacing and noise levels. Overall, it's a "wonderful addition" to the local dining scene.

223 Reviews
  1. Carol

    Southwest Florida

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great upscale choice for a special dinner out! Two visits so far, and we’ll definitely return!

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  2. Lisa

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was delicious and featured high quality ingredients. Service was very good. Cocktails were well crafted.

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  3. Edward

    Western NC

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went with a friend. Beautiful space though our table next to the staircase was quite tight and I kept having the back of my chair bumped as patrons and staff squeezed by. The food was mostly excellent. Only missed mark was the tepid and underwhelming French fries (oddly). Otherwise and very enjoyable meal enhanced by a delightful and competent server. Will return again.

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  4. Chelsea

    Columbus

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Honestly, the food was good but it was not worth the price. Cocktails $18, French onion soup (which came out cold) $18 steak frites $62 dollars. You can get something just as good for a lot less.

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  5. Peter

    Columbus

    7 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was impressive, but the meal was incredibly rushed. Our entrees came flying out while we were still enjoying our first course. Alas my entree, on the second firing ( so they said) was over done and cold. We were barely up and out of our seats before they were clearing and resetting for the next service. I think this place has great potential, but they need to rethink the pace. I wish them luck!

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  6. Adrienne

    Columbus

    33 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Enjoyed my desserts (pear ice cream and chocolate mousse). My only critique is the chocolate mousse had too much stuff on it. I really want to enjoy the mousse….but to get to it I have to fight the sugared nuts! I appreciate the effort, but the toppings prevent my ability to experience the pure chocolate-ness of mousse-ness!LOL

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  7. Lisa

    Columbus

    11 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    This was my second time at the restaurant. The first time was great the second time, however, was disappointing. I don’t think I’ll be returning. In the months since my first visit, I feel that the quality of the food as well as the staff has declined.

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  8. Steph

    Columbus

    46 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on 12 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious! I got the trout and it was mouthwatering. The space is very cool and beautiful and the service was impeccable. Great place for a special occasion!

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  9. Patty

    Las Vegas

    13 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 12 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Great food and service. Tables are a bit small due to the fact that the restaurant itself isn’t very big. More or less a typical French bistro feel. We love Chouette and go quite often. Wonderful addition to the Columbus restaurant scene.

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  10. bill

    Columbus

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 12 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service excellent. Noise level is too loud, difficult to hear. Tables seem to be uneven several people asking for tables to be leveled

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Chouette is rated 4.5 stars by 223 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 57 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Chouette

66 N High St, Columbus, OH 43215

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Corner of High and Gay
  • Area
    Columbus
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–22:00 Daily 11:00–15:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Shawn Applin
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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