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Chouette, Columbus, OH

Chouette

4.5
4.5
365 Reviews
$31 to $50
French

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2 people
19:00
Booked 47 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
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.

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

What 365 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
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Columbus

    Great for fine wines

  • Columbus

    Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Chouette offers an authentic French dining experience with "phenomenal" food and "impeccable" service. The ambiance is charming, and standout dishes include the coq au vin, bouillabaisse, and foie gras. While some diners noted crowded seating and occasional service delays, the overall experience is delightful and memorable.

365 Reviews
  1. Sidney

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    There was a prifixed valentines day menu which wasnt mentioned anywhere on the website or the reservations. Very disappointed

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  2. Michael

    Cleveland

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Menu was changed to price fixed, 95$ per person, with 3 courses, 3 options per course, drinks extra, after I had booked it for Valentine's Day. It was too late at that point to get reservations elsewhere. However, we went and had a wonderful meal, good service and enjoyed the decor. The halibut and tenderloin were perfect, artichoke soup and deserts very enjoyable. The entire experience did not quite live up to the cost.

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  3. Will

    Cleveland

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and the food was delightful. Will certainly return.

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  4. Trey

    Austin

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    My first time at an upscale French restaurant. Had some really great things, but lacked consistency in some other areas that should not be the case. The linguini lobster had been raved about but found the flavors to be weak, too nutty and competing. My tenderloin was phenomenal, though I feel like I picked too boring of a butter The seafood spread had been messed up, so one of our party had to wait an extra 15 mins for them to redo it. The crème brûlée was phenomenal, but the pear dessert was below average. We also got sat at the smallest and most cramped table I’ve ever sat at. Our server was excellent and redeemed some of the average food.

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  5. Lisa

    Columbus

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    French perfection! The ambiance and attentive yet relaxed manner of service were so appreciated.

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  6. Andrea

    VIP

    New York City

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful space with an authentic French feel. However, a bit pricey for the overall experience. Signature drink was not available. Food was good but didn’t match the expectation.

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  7. Emily

    VIP

    New York City

    17 reviews

    3.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    My boyfriend and I had dinner tonight to celebrate his birthday . Unfortunately wasn’t the best birthday dinner . I am not an alcohol drinker & the three Mocktails weren’t up my ally. Only had water or Coca-Cola / Diet Coke as an alternative . I did enjoy the French onion soup and my boyfriend like the Cesar. Entrees took over 45 minutes and only half the tables were full. The entrees looked amazing but were a let down. I would have to agree with other reviews on being bland ! We both agreed we were glad we tried but wouldn’t return . Maybe just not our style of cooking

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  8. Samantha

    Columbus

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was lovely! Food was perfectly timed and perfectly executed.

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  9. Martin

    Columbus

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I was really looking forward to this. I really enjoyed the ambiance. It felt big city- like and the service was fine. However, the food was a meh. Plus, I paid $29 for one sausage, potatoes and apples. It was fine.. but just that. Nothing mind blowing. The prices were too rich for the experience.

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  10. Brittany

    VIP

    Columbus

    25 reviews

    3.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We were excited to have a French restaurant in Downtown Columbus, but disappointed overall with the service and food. The steak tartare was very good, and rare to find on a menu u in Columbus. The duck was better than average, but arrived at our table lukewarm at best. The hangar steak was below average. The server didn’t bring knives for the main dishes after clearing the knives from our appetizers and didn’t check in very often. Overall, we were disappointingly underwhelmed.

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Chouette is rated 4.5 stars by 365 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 47 times today
Google Map for Chouette

66 N High St, Columbus, OH 43215

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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