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Martini Modern Italian

445 North High Street, Columbus, OH 43215
614-224-8259
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Ranked #5 of 1,306 restaurants in Columbus
Price range: ₹1,729 - ₹2,017
Cuisines: Italian
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Good for: Romantic, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations
Dining style: Casual Dining
Cross street: Vine
Description: Martini Modern Italian is a vibrant, high energy restaurant featuring timeless Italian techniques, innovative culinary presentations & progressive handcrafted cocktails, all in a sexy, cosmopolitan atmosphere. Located in the Short North Arts District across from the Convention Center, Martini is just minutes away from the Arena District & is open nightly for dinner.
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Medina, Ohio
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3 reviews 3 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

We had a large group (23 total) but you would never have known it with the service we received. Both servers were charming and pleasant, and met all our needs with a smile and expediency. Even though it's technically an Italian restaurant - the filet was out of this world!

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Knoxville, Tennessee
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15 reviews 15 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013

I have eaten at Martini each of the three times I've visited Columbus and I walk away satisfied every time. We have always had tremendous service and the food and drinks are top of the line!

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Fairfax, Virginia
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65 reviews 65 reviews
45 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

Walked to this location and sat at the bar along the windows, this was definitely the place to be for people watching. The service from the bar tending staff was second to none, if I return I would never sit anywhere else in the restaurant. The drinks and food described were very accurate and fantastic. They were very knowledgable about... More

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Chicago, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

Two of my co-workers and I went here during a business trip for dinner...and it definitely surpassed our expectations! The waitress was very attentive and did an excellent job explaining the menu since it was our first time. The pesto and dipping oil that was brought out as a little snack was quite tasty, and the bread had a salted,... More

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Nashville, Tennessee
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66 reviews 66 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 52 cities Reviews in 52 cities
39 helpful votes 39 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013

THis is a great place for drinks, but the food is average at best. I would have preferred Olive Garden. We reserved space for 30 guests and they were more than 30 minutes late with our tables. We just had to wait outside because the bar was packed. This was fairly embarrassing as we were there with customers. There are... More

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Houston, Texas
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4 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

Tourists are we, and we wandered around Short North for a bite to eat. We hit upon Martini's and are so glad we did. It was busy in there but we couldn't tell as our waitstaff was very attentive. Nice ambiance, lower lighting, excellent waitstaff, hostesses, and though I didn't see them, the cooks are excellent. The menu is not... More

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Gallatin, Tennessee
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28 reviews 28 reviews
19 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2013

Great spot downtown. Service was excellent and the food did not disappoint. Our table ordered the Marsala, Filet, NY strip, Short ribs, and the prawns, and each meal was excellent. The short ribs were to die for. Great drink selection, especially martini's. The decor and atmosphere makes you feel like you're in a big-time New York restaurant. This seriously is... More

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Heath, Ohio
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29 reviews 29 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

Had dinner here before Kathy Griffin show. One of my favorite spots downtown! Service-outstanding! Knowledgable about menu, helpful in making choices/recommendations/etc. Our dinners were unbelievable-chicken carbonara and piccata delish! Only down side is noise level-but they were super busy. Wine selection tops-not really pricey either. Great place in short North-always consistently good-would definitely recommend!

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Top Contributor
55 reviews 55 reviews
34 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2013

Had a business dinner at Martini. The food was awesome and the service was great. I had tuna (not an Italian option) but it was good and one of my colleagues had a pasta dinner that was out of this world. It's not inexpensive, but really good.

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Columbus, Ohio
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35 reviews 35 reviews
16 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2013

This is one of my favorite restaurants in Columbus. The decor and atmosphere makes you feel like you're in a big city. The food quality is consistent and everything on the menu is delicious (I've had every dish--it's one of my fav. places). The staff is great; I usually sit at the bar which is very comfortable. Strongly recommend.

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