Bravo – Italian
Sun-drenched flavors and the irresistible aroma of bubbling cheese define this vibrant gathering spot, where guests share golden-brown mozzarella ravioli and tender meatballs dolloped with cool, creamy ricotta. From the crisp snap of artisan flatbreads to the comforting warmth of traditional wedding soup, every dish celebrates a spirited approach to Italian-inspired dining that turns a simple meal into a festive occasion.
1803, Olentangy River Road, Columbus, OH, 43212 https://www.bravoitalian.com/0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Bravo
Dairy-Free at Bravo
Bravo in Columbus has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Smashed Potatoes, Crispy Shrimp Napoli and Seasonal Fruit. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Bravo
Bravo in Columbus has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Smashed Potatoes, Crispy Shrimp Napoli and Seasonal Fruit. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Bravo
Bravo in Columbus has 18 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lobster & Shrimp Fettuccine, Avocado Caprese and Fettuccine Alfredo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Bravo
Bravo in Columbus has 6 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lobster & Shrimp Fettuccine, Chopped Salad and Candied Bacon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Bravo
Bravo in Columbus has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Seasonal Fruit. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Bravo
Bravo in Columbus has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Calamari and Seasonal Fruit. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Bravo
Bravo in Columbus has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Seasonal Fruit. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Bravo
Bravo in Columbus has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Wine Wednesday Glass, Aperol Spritz in Naples and White Peach Sangria. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Bravo
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chopped Salad | 1.4 g | 62.3 g |
| Chicken Marsala | 4 g | 54 g |
| Lobster & Shrimp Fettuccine | 35 g | 44 g |
| Brunch Burger | 130.7 g | 39.6 g |
| Chicken Scaloppine | 21.2 g | 38.6 g |
| Chicken, Spinach & Bacon Flatbread | 18.5 g | 35.8 g |
| Grilled Salmon Fresca | 48.1 g | 35.8 g |
| Crispy Potato & Egg Burrito | 96.6 g | 32.3 g |
| Pepperoni Flatbread | 22.6 g | 28.6 g |
| Romano-Crusted Chicken Salad | 82.9 g | 27.2 g |
| Pork Chops | 130.5 g | 25.5 g |
| Margherita Flatbread | 19.9 g | 23.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Starters
- Crispy 'Mozz' Ravioli - $8: Crispy pasta filled with mozzarella, served with marinara & creamy Parmesan dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach & Artichoke Dip - $8: Creamy spinach, roasted garlic, artichoke, house-made tomato compote, crispy Parmesan flatbread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meatballs & Ricotta - $8: House-made beef & pork meatballs, ricotta, garlic crostini Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari - $8: Crispy calamari, pepperoncini, arrabbiatta sauce, lemon aioli Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Shrimp Napoli - $8: Crispy shrimp, green onions, charred tomato sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken, Spinach & Bacon Flatbread - $8: Tender chicken, creamy spinach, bacon, green onions, mozzarella Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Margherita Flatbread - $8: Vine-ripened tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, extra-virgin olive oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pepperoni Flatbread - $8: Pepperoni, mozzarella, fresh oregano Available at: dinner, lunch
- Avocado Caprese - $8: Vine-ripened tomatoes, fresh avocado, basil, balsamic reduction Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups & Salads
- Wedding Soup - $7: Italian Wedding soup with orzo, meatballs, spinach & Parmesan Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Bisque - $7: Creamy lobster bisque Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $7: Romaine, Parmesan, croutons, house-made Caesar dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Insalata Della Casa - $7: Fresh greens, cucumbers, tomatoes, bacon, crispy pasta, creamy Parmesan dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chopped Salad - $7: Chopped greens, cucumbers, red onions, tomatoes, olives, feta, red wine vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Atkins Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tomato Caprese - $7: Vine-ripened tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, balsamic reduction Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Romano-Crusted Chicken Salad - $15: Romano-crusted chicken, cucumbers, tomatoes, egg, crispy bacon, green onions, creamy Parmesan dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Salmon Salad - $18: Field greens, tomatoes, grilled asparagus, crispy shoestring potatoes, feta, balsamic dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Chicken Marsala - $22: Grilled chicken, marsala sauce, mushrooms, garlic mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Salmon Fresca - $24: Grilled salmon, asparagus, sweet potatoes, spinach, red peppers, feta, Roma tomatoes, pesto vinaigrette, balsamic reduction Dietary tags: Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Scaloppine - $21: Pan-seared chicken, mushrooms, tomatoes, provolone, feta, lemon caper butter, herb linguine Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Chops - $25: Thick glazed chops, garlic mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Filet Mignon - $32: 6 oz. filet, grilled asparagus, garlic mashed potatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner
- New York Strip - $35: 14 oz. strip steak, garlic mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmesan - $19: Crispy breaded chicken, marinara, mozzarella, herb linguine Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bravo Burger - $8: White American Cheese, roasted tomato mayonnaise, French fries Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Pasta Bravo - $18: Grilled chicken, rigatoni, mushrooms, roasted red pepper cream sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fettuccine Alfredo - $16: Fresh fettuccine, Parmesan & house-made alfredo sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lasagna - $19: Signature meat sauce, house-made alfredo, ricotta, mozzarella Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti & Meatballs - $18: House-made beef & pork meatballs, marinara, spaghetti, Grana Padano Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pasta Woozie - $18: Grilled chicken, fresh fettuccine, house-made alfredo, fresh spinach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster & Shrimp Fettuccine - $26: Maine lobster, shrimp, fresh fettuccine, roasted grape tomatoes & green onions in a light cream sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Weekend Brunch
- Eggs Benedict - $14: Toasted english muffin topped with Canadian Bacon, poached eggs, & a rich hollandaise sauce. Served with crispy potatoes Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pesto Bacon Pizza - $15: Hand tossed pizza topped with bacon, mushrooms, pesto, arugula, & sunny side-up eggs Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Brunch Burger - $16: Certified angus burger, tomato, bacon, & charred tomato sauce, sunny side-up egg on a brioche bun. Served with crispy potatoes Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Crispy Potato & Egg Burrito - $13: Flour tortilla, stuffed with crispy potatoes, scrambled egg, bacon, avocado & mozzarella Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Berries & Cream Waffles - $12: Mini waffles topped with whipped mascarpone, fresh strawberries & powdered sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Stuffed French Toast - $13: Thick slice of brioche bread stuffed with orange cream cheese filling, topped with orange zest & fresh berries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
Sides
- Candied Bacon - $6: Candied thick-cut bacon, perfectly sweet & savory with a hint of heat Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Smashed Potatoes - $5: Crispy potatoes tossed with charred tomato & drizzled with lemon aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seasonal Fruit - $4: Mixed seasonal fruit Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Desserts
- Tiramisu - $9: Ladyfingers, coffee liqueur, mascarpone, cocoa Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Caramel Mascarpone Cheesecake - $9: Mascarpone cream, anglaise, caramel drizzle Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Warm Chocolate Cake - $10: Molten chocolate cake, anglaise, vanilla bean gelato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
Beverages
- Mimosa - $8: Crispy prosecco blended with fresh orange juice
- Peach Bellini - $8: Peach nectar & schnapps, blended with bubbly prosecco
- Aperol Spritz in Naples - $8: Aperol, prosecco, & a splash of soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Espresso Martini - $8: SKYY Espresso Vodka, Skrewball Whiskey, Baileys Irish Cream, Cold Brew Espresso & Cinnamon
- White Peach Sangria - $8: White wine, peach schnapps, fresh fruits, & citrus Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Wine Wednesday Glass - $7: Select wines by the glass Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Bravo
- Is Bravo dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Bravo has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Smashed Potatoes, Crispy Shrimp Napoli and Seasonal Fruit.
- What can I eat at Bravo on a dairy-free diet?
- Smashed Potatoes, Crispy Shrimp Napoli and Seasonal Fruit carry the dairy-free tag, out of 3 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Bravo have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Wine Wednesday Glass and Aperol Spritz in Naples.
- Is Bravo gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Bravo?
- Chopped Salad, at roughly 62.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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