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Nicola Restaurant and Bar - Columbus, Columbus, OH

Nicola Restaurant and Bar - Columbus

4.7
4.7
1787 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:30
Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
Nicola Restaurant is dynamic, cultural, and fun with open doors for all who want a true taste of Italian authenticity. To say the least, the food will be a treasure for your senses. Nicola restaurant is for any person hungry for not just food and drink, but for the unique presence of beauty, joy, and family which exists in every Italian family's home. With chef Nicola's ability to bring together simple ingredients to create delicious dishes in a welcoming atmosphere, you are sure to have an enjoyable experience. Join us and taste Nicola's vision that greets the senses with the aroma, taste, and feel of a small town in Tuscany.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 16:30–20:30 Happy Hour Bar Mon–Sat 16:30–18:00
  • Phone number
    (614) 459-7000
  • Website
    http://www.nicolacolumbus.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Nicola
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining area seates up to 90 and can be used as two beautiful private rooms that seats from 20-50 each
  • Location
    4740 Reed Rd., Columbus, OH 43220
  • Area
    Upper Arlington
  • Cross Street
    Henderson & Reed
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in front and behind the building
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,787 people are saying

Nicola Restaurant and Bar - Columbus reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Columbus

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Columbus

    Italian

  • Columbus

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Columbus

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Nicola Restaurant and Bar in Columbus is a beloved spot for authentic Italian cuisine, offering "excellent food," homemade pasta, and a warm atmosphere. Guests appreciate the "friendly and attentive service," especially from staff favorites like Beth and Callie. The inviting ambiance and creative dishes make Nicola's a "neighborhood treasure."

1,787 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Columbus1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best Italian food in town. Owners are also great people.

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  2. Pam VIP

    Columbus2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always wonderful service, food, and ambiance! Never disappoints!

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  3. Cheryl

    Cincinnati2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is one of the best restaurants in town. Food and service never disappoints.

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  4. Jerry VIP

    Columbus17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    excellent home made italian food especially gluten free items

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Columbus1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great meal and great service! Will definitely dine here again!

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  6. Patrick VIP

    Columbus376 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always an enjoyable evening out at this restaurant. We enjoy, Beth, our server, the delicious food, and ambience is what dining out is about.

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  7. Mike VIP

    Columbus183 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great dining experience: food, wines and service.. We always enjoy coming to this, one of our favorite restaurants in Columbus!

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  8. Bob VIP

    Columbus78 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service as always! Best Italian restaurant in the city.

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  9. Mary

    Columbus4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Was able to get in on late notice. Great experience, usually make itchy here a couple of times a year for happy hour.

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  10. Andrea VIP

    New York City11 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    We are huge Nicola fans. We have booked many special occasions for the last 10 years. On 2/16 we took good friends that had not experienced Nicola and were extremely disappointed. The menu was greatly reduced for Valentine’s Day and we were not made aware when making the reservation. Price was increased per dish and favorites were not available. In fact, I had to order calamari as my entree as server was unable to accommodate my needs with reduced menu. Caesar salad was subpar with the end/core of the lettuce included with dressing glopped on the center. I think Nicola could have done better.

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FAQs

Nicola Restaurant and Bar - Columbus offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (614) 459-7000.

Nicola Restaurant and Bar - Columbus is rated 4.7 stars by 1787 OpenTable diners.

Nicola Restaurant and Bar - Columbus does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:30
Booked 4 times today

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Google Map for Nicola Restaurant and Bar - Columbus

4740 Reed Rd., Columbus, OH 43220

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Henderson & Reed
  • Area
    Upper Arlington
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 16:30–20:30 Happy Hour Bar Mon–Sat 16:30–18:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in front and behind the building
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Nicola
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.nicolacolumbus.com/
  • Phone number
    (614) 459-7000
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining area seates up to 90 and can be used as two beautiful private rooms that seats from 20-50 each

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