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Forno Kitchen and Bar, Columbus, OH

Forno Kitchen and Bar

4.7
4.7
2735 Reviews
$30 and under
American
Located in the heart of the Short North Arts District, Forno offers the best atmosphere and contemporary cuisine in the city, with alluring views of our custom stone-fire oven and High Street happenings. An unrivaled Happy Hour includes hand-crafted drinks, wine by the glass, Ohio drafts, signature pizzas and sharables. Stop in and see why we’ve been ranked as one of Forbes Top 100 Hottest Restaurants in America! Please call us at 614-469-0053 to make a reservation!

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2 people

10:30 PM


Booked 81 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Italian, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of operation
    Mon 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Tue–Thu 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 10:00 am–1:00 am Sun 10:00 am–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (614) 469-0053
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Michael Strine
  • Private party facilities
    If you're interested in holding a private event, please reach out to events@onehospitality.co or give us a call at (614) 469-0053!
  • Private party contact
    andrea@fornoshortnorth.com: (614) 469-0063
  • Neighborhood
    Short North - Arena District
  • Cross street
    Buttles/High St.
  • Parking details
    Meter Parking. Parking garage located on Hubbard/High Street. Parking garage located on Russell Street.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,735 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Columbus

    Hot spot

  • Columbus

    American

  • Columbus

    Most Booked

  • Columbus

    Hot spot

  • Columbus

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  • Columbus

    Most Booked

2,735 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Columbus

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    never had an issue before but the wings were almost inedible due to how dry they were. only ate 1 wing out of 7 and was charged for them

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent happy hour experience! Great service and the new scallop app is awesome!!! Thank you for a great experience from start to finish!

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  3. MarkyMark

    Atlanta Metro

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Pizza and server were great! The arugula salad was a miss.

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  4. KhaledA

    Columbus

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    I was not impressed by the food. It was ok. The server’s name was Josh. He was not focused at all or he had so many tables to cover. He got my wife a salmon dish but the order was petit Filet Mignon. He did not clean the table after we were done with the starters. He kept saying sorry. He was not trained at all for this kind of job in a big restaurant like Forno.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Columbus

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 12, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Such a lively atmosphere. Calm lighting and natural lighting as well. A great place for many occasions. Can’t go wrong with their brunch and dinner menus.

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  6. Disappointed1

    Columbus

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Went for brunch and missed it. Pizza was just ok. Drinks were good but it is still an overpriced pizza place. Our server was great but it was Mother’s Day.

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  7. Brian

    Columbus

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first time dining here and the experience was very enjoyable.

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  8. TerrieC

    Columbus

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great sever. Selections of drafts on tap fantastic.Just wasn't impressed with the brunch that my husband and I had. Thought the waffle was overly sweet and not enough. Nice vibe of place.

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  9. Irisgirl27

    Columbus

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Bobby was incredible!! A great waiter! The food was great, appropriately sized portions. It was not a date night atmosphere. Way too loud.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Columbus

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    had a wonderful time and look forward to going back. despite being completely packed, our waiter bobby was attentive and we got our food and drinks quickly, while also never feeling rushed. the happy hour deal is definitely the best in the city!

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 4, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved everything about Forno. The food was outstanding. Every single thing we got was so delicious. We can’t wait to go back!!

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  12. Mmag

    Baltimore

    43 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was delicious! One of our appetizers did not come initially so our server put the order through again. It wasn’t a big deal that it was delayed but our server comped us for that dish anyway. We also were given complementary champagne and cake to celebrate our graduate! It was a really nice dinner and we look forward to coming back!

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best happy hour ever! Good vibes & good food as always

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    Columbus

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I had a special request but they didn’t do it. Everything else was good

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    Cleveland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and great atmosphere. The whipped ricotta was great. The pizzas are so good

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  16. StevenP

    Columbus

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service. A fun night. We will be back soon.

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed the restaurant and would go back. We had delicious pizza, beer and cotton candy Rose. The waitress was very personable and took care of us but it was pricy.

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 24, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    The espresso martini had min flavoring in it which is not specified on their ingredient list and was off putting. The main Cesar salad is basically a side salad at full price. Service was slow for a weekday and food was not as good as it used to be. Ambience was great though. Slightly disappointed.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    Columbus

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Danielle, our waitperson was very good despite the crowds.

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  20. MaddieB

    Louisville

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    AMAZING FOOD! Very busy but decent timing. Will definitely visit again.

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  21. MortND

    Columbus

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a table for 5. Bobby was our server. He did an excellent job of taking care of us. We wanted to get some post-brunch before the Springsteen concert. I needed all of the Linguine & Clams to help Bruce ROCK THE HOUSE @ Nationwide Arena!

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  22. ThomasB

    Columbus

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 18, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect Birthday Celebration evening. New drinks were delicious and the food was amazing as always!

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  23. KLKG

    Columbus

    52 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    52 reviews

    Dined on April 18, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Thursday dinner. The place was very loud and you could barely talk over the noise. The food was decent. Salmon was good. Not sure the scallops warrant the $20 price tag. Brussel sprouts needed something - a sauce, cheese, more cooking - something. As a self-described fuddy duddy, it seems the place is meant for young 20 somethings to dress up, drink, and be seen. Just my opinion. It looks like the place does well though, as it was fairly busy for a Thursday. Most tables had the pizza on them. The bite I had was good but wouldn't warrant a return trip from me just for that. Overall, it was good to experience as a first timer, but Columbus has so many great places where the food is spectacular, and you don't need to shout your conversation to your tablemates. This goes down for me as a "been there, done that" place unfortunately.

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  24. TimW

    Greater Boston

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was awesome. Food was fantastic. Definitely get the Kiwi Mule. One of the best drinks I have ever had. Will def be back when in Columbus.

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  25. MichelleH

    Columbus

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing. I can’t wait to go back again and bring my husband.

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Lacking enough bartenders other than that food was great and service

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    Columbus

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect Saturday Brunch food was top-tier atmosphere very warm, quiet.  we decided to go to Forno before the Ohio State spring game. Perfect choice.

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  28. StacieP

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Forno is our go to in Columbus. Beautiful space great service outstanding food!

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  29. DanielR

    Columbus

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful spot in the short north. My girlfriend and I have been twice and have loved it!

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  30. JillS

    Chicago

    11 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    We were seated at a table in the way back of the restaurant. When asked to be moved we were told we would have to go on the waiting list. Food was delicious as always but service was poor. Long wait times and lack of attention. Disappointing even with great HH prices.

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  31. BruceW

    Atlanta Metro

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice location. Not crowded for a weekend. Food was top notch and timely. Hostess was a little aloof, and refused to give me her name so I could be sure of my reservation. The first question the hostess asks when she can not find your reservation is who did you speak to.

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  32. StephanieL

    Columbus

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First stop for our family bar crawl didn’t disappoint. Will definitely go back.

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    Columbus

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service from Joe during a busy dinner time.

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    Cleveland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and drinks! Amazing happy hour deal!!!!

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  35. JodiB

    Detroit

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on March 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tim was our server and he was on top of refilling our drinks and giving us excellent suggestions on the menu! We had a table along a window so nice. Great vibe we were very happy with our experience

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I love forno. my friends and i always go there for happy hour and it has the best happy hour in all of short north. half off pizzas and wine/cocktails, best deal yet!

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  37. Mzac25

    Chicago

    50 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on March 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food is excellent. Our server Tim is a pro. Very loud dining experience.

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  38. Tori

    Pittsburgh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    If you're looking for a sweet, alcoholic treat, the strawberries are a must! And the seasonal dragon fruit drink was delicious, too!

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    Cleveland

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    strawberry shots were amazing and our server was super sweet! great experience!! one of our favorite spots!

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  40. Amyb

    Columbus

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely amazing time at Forno - yummy cocktails and rose - Bobby our server was excellent. Took care of us perfectly!! The tuna apps delicious! We will be back!

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FAQs

Forno Kitchen and Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (614) 469-0053.

Forno Kitchen and Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 2735 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

10:30 PM


Booked 81 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Forno Kitchen and Bar

721 North High St, Columbus, OH 43215

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Buttles/High St.
  • Neighborhood
    Short North - Arena District
  • Hours of operation
    Mon 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Tue–Thu 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 10:00 am–1:00 am Sun 10:00 am–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Italian, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Meter Parking. Parking garage located on Hubbard/High Street. Parking garage located on Russell Street.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Michael Strine
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (614) 469-0053
  • Private party facilities
    If you're interested in holding a private event, please reach out to events@onehospitality.co or give us a call at (614) 469-0053!
  • Private party contact
    andrea@fornoshortnorth.com: (614) 469-0063
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