Nicola Restaurant and Bar - Columbus

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   OpenTable Diner

   VIP

   New York City

   6 reviews

   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Lovely Christmas Eve dinner with 12 family members… food was delicious and the waiter was top notch!!! Very kid friendly!!!
   

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   Julie

   Chicago

   8 reviews

   5.0

   8 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We booked a reservation for six people on Christmas Eve. It was our first time dining at Nicola. The special Christmas Eve menu offered a wonderful range of options, and we all found several things to enjoy across the courses. Our server was spectacular - she was helpful, responsive, and kind. The food and drinks came out quickly and at the perfect temperature. Everything was delicious. I had spent a lot of time choosing a restaurant for Christmas Eve. I wanted to go somewhere that took this occasion seriously and would make it feel special for our family. Nicola surpassed my greatest expectations, and I felt like we were truly able to enjoy this dinner together in a restaurant that understood the meaning of the day. There was not a single flaw. We will definitely return!
   

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   John

   Tampa

   3 reviews

   4.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   Food was wonderful, service was very slow the second half of our time there. Seemed as though the restaurant filled quickly around 7 and server fell behind. Busy night for them and won't dissuade us from returning, great restaurant all around
   

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   Erica

   Denver

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   Rarely am I compelled to write a review, but the overall experience was underwhelming at best so I am writing this review hoping that management would like to improve what could be a great place to go. First, the tables are cramped and every guest brushes against the next. Second, the staff is under trained and no management seems to be present to assist when waitstaff and is struggling. Third, the food is outdated however the menu options are nice if the preparation and appearance could be updated it would go a long way. Finally, attention after the meal is served would be helpful.. from empty drinks to waiting for the check for 30 minutes to finally being charged incorrectly.
   

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   Mike

   VIP

   Columbus

   176 reviews

   5.0

   176 reviews

   Dined on 21 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   One of our go-to restaurants in the Columbus, OH area - never disappoints. Chefs Nicola's specials are really special; home made pasta; excellent sauces, mostly non-red. Nice wine selection. Service always top-notch, this time Gina helped make it a great evening out
   

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   Jim

   Columbus

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on 20 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Food, Service & Atmosphere are Excellent !!! Tops on my list for a memorable dining experience.
   

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   Catherine

   Columbus

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 19 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   When ordering, I should have asked the price of the "Special" which our waitress narrated to us, as it turned out to be pretty expensive compared to the chicken dishes on the menu. That is why I did not rate VALUE as a 5, but a 4. Otherwise, everyone at our table seemed very happy with the food. The noise level was "energetic", as the open table system likes to explain the highest level, when all the tables are filled and everyone is trying to converse... That is why I did not rate AMBIENCE as a 5, but a 4. Otherwise, I very much enjoyed the holiday decorations and the low-level background music. We hope to return again during warmer weather to try the outdoor seating.
   

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   George

   Los Angeles

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on 19 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Wonderful first time experience. Great food and service.
   

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   Patrick

   Columbus

   358 reviews

   5.0

   358 reviews

   Dined on 18 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Consistently great food in a friendly environment. Put this Italian restaurant on your list.
   

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    Kelly

    VIP

    Columbus

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    This was our second trip to Nicola, and we will be back! The food was amazing! We had the ravioli and the papparadelle and they were incredible. The environment was cozy, and our party of 7 could talk comfortably. The service was wonderful too. A great experience!
    

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