Marcella's

4.4
2360 reviews

About

RestaurantItalian RestaurantFine Dining RestaurantFamily Style Restaurant
Good friends, good food, love of family, and a place where it all comes together. That's Marcella's, a bustling Italian restaurant where you can forget your worries, live in the moment, and appreciate the quality of everything life has to offer. The food is real Italian - simple and uncomplicated. The atmosphere is welcoming and the hospitality genuine. And here, you'll find great wines and handcrafted cocktails that will perfectly complement both your love of food and your love of life! Come on in and enjoy our italian food today!

Details

  • Dine-inAvailable
  • DeliveryAvailable
  • TakeoutAvailable
  • Accepts reservationsAvailable

Location

Marcella's
1319 Polaris Pkwy, Columbus, OH
43240, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.4
2,360 reviews
5 stars
1,562
4 stars
466
3 stars
164
2 stars
89
1 star
79

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

While many customers praised the deliciousness of specific dishes like meatballs and gnocchi, there were several complaints about blandness, dryness, and inconsistency in food preparation.

Service Experience

Service received mixed reviews; some customers highlighted attentive and friendly staff, while others reported long waits and issues with order accuracy.

Atmosphere

The restaurant's atmosphere was generally described as lively and welcoming, but some found it too loud and crowded, making it difficult to enjoy the dining experience.

Pricing Concerns

Several reviews mentioned that the prices were high relative to the quality of food, with some feeling that the value did not match their expectations.
  • KT
    Keithia Toles
    Dec 28, 2025
    4.0
    A friend and I visited Marcella’s at Polaris on a Saturday around 8pm. We made a reservation ahead of time. This was the first time both of us had dined at the restaurant.The food, service and ambiance were good and the meal was reasonably priced. I got a Caesar salad, Tuscan lemonata cocktail, roasted garlic and cheese bruschetta, lasagna, and chocolate almond cake. I would return.
  • CR
    Carolyn Reis
    Dec 26, 2025
    5.0
    I am never disappointed by the food here, whether I eat there or take it to go. The veal meatball literally melts in your mouth. The gnocchi bolognese has the most pillowy gnocchi and the sauce is loaded with braised lamb. Highly recommend.
  • KR
    Kirk Reckless
    Dec 24, 2025
    2.0
    Third awful experience in 2 years. This restaurant is 0 for 3. What’s up with your hostess attempting to add a 20% tip to a to go order by telling us a total that wasn’t the total given when we ordered? Now when we placed a time order for 6:15, 3 hours in advance and received our food 35 minutes after that time, again with a 20% tip attempted to be added… it does not sit well. I was an executive chef in this city for 20 years. This is stupid and we will never be back.
  • ED
    Emily DeVore
    Dec 20, 2025
    4.0
    The food was pretty good and they were able to handle special requests on menu items which was appreciated. However, it is definitely pricey for the average family. It’s also pretty dark and can be crowded. We also waited around an hour to receive our food which seemed like a long time. I think our waitress completely disappeared for a good 20 minutes before we were ready to order so waited a while for drinks and bread too
  • NB
    Nepria Brinston
    Dec 15, 2025
    4.0
    I only gave it four stars because the chicken parmesan with alfredo noodles was kind of bland for my taste but the espresso Martini made by Amanda was amazing. She definitely knows what she's doing. The arancini appetizer is definitely one to get. I went for lunch so it was pretty quiet and I ate in the bar lounge with less people. The staff is quite friendly and the atmosphere was clean especially the bathrooms which I always pay attention to.

Frequently Asked Questions About Marcella's

What type of cuisine does Marcella's serve?

Marcella's serves real Italian food, offering simple and uncomplicated Italian dishes in a welcoming atmosphere.

What are the operating hours for Marcella's?

Marcella's is open Monday through Thursday and Sunday from 11:30 AM to 9:00 PM, Friday 11:30 AM to 10:00 PM, and Saturday 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM.