Marcella's Ristorante – Italian
Marcella’s Ristorante captures the spirited energy of a modern Italian gathering, where the air is perfumed with the savory aroma of roasted garlic and slow-braised veal meatballs. Friends linger over shared plates of velvety burrata and golden, crisp arancini, savoring a vibrant tapestry of flavors that ranges from the delicate silkiness of beef carpaccio to the indulgent, salty pull of melted pecorino cheese.
615, North High Street, Columbus, OH, 43215 +16142232100 https://marcellasrestaurant.com/locations-menus/marcellas-short-north/0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Marcella's Ristorante
Dairy-Free at Marcella's Ristorante
Marcella's Ristorante in Columbus has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Beef Carpaccio, Penne alla Arrabiata and Warm Assorted Olives. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Marcella's Ristorante
Marcella's Ristorante in Columbus has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Beef Carpaccio, Chicken Giardiniera and Warm Assorted Olives. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Marcella's Ristorante
Marcella's Ristorante in Columbus has 20 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Penne alla Arrabiata, Calamari and Melted Pecorino Cheese. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Marcella's Ristorante
Marcella's Ristorante in Columbus has 5 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mushroom Pizza, Roasted Garlic Cheese Bread and Warm Assorted Olives. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Marcella's Ristorante
Marcella's Ristorante in Columbus has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Warm Assorted Olives and Sweet Italian Sausage. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Marcella's Ristorante
Marcella's Ristorante in Columbus has 4 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Beef Carpaccio, Chicken Giardiniera and Warm Assorted Olives. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Marcella's Ristorante
Marcella's Ristorante in Columbus has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Warm Assorted Olives. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Marcella's Ristorante
Marcella's Ristorante in Columbus has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Penne alla Arrabiata, Capellini al Pomodoro and Tuscan Limonata. 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 Marcella's Ristorante
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Crispy Chicken Caesar | 66.9 g | 52.8 g |
| Prosciutto Pizza | 10.6 g | 48.6 g |
| Gnocchi con Bolognese | 6.6 g | 40.9 g |
| Roasted Chicken Salad | 46.2 g | 39.5 g |
| Antipasti | 142.5 g | 36.5 g |
| Classic Caesar | 61.1 g | 36.1 g |
| Spaghetti alla Carbonara | 5.7 g | 35.7 g |
| Crispy Potato Pizza | 15 g | 35 g |
| Ravioli Mezzaluna | 26.8 g | 33.3 g |
| Four Cheese Pizza | 4.4 g | 32.9 g |
| Sausage Pizza | 8.5 g | 32.4 g |
| Roasted Chicken Pizza | 42.7 g | 28.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Sunday - Thursday
- 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Warm Assorted Olives - $5.99: Assorted marinated olives Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Braised Veal Meatball - $13.99: Simple tomato sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrata - $14.99: Stuffed mozzarella, roasted tomato, ciabatta Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Garlic Cheese Bread - $9.99: Parmesan, garlic, asiago cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Italian Sausage - $13.79: House made, roasted peppers, goat cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Arancini - $13.99: Fried risotto, mozzarella and marinara Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Carpaccio - $13.29: Wild arugula, toasted capers, lemon aioli Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Parma Prosciutto Bruschetta - $13.29: Prosciutto d'Parma, ricotta cheese, tomatoes, torn basil Available at: dinner, lunch
- Antipasti - $19.99: Aged goat, pecorino, gorgonzola dolce, soppressata, capicola, salami, prosciutto, olives, celery salad Available at: dinner, lunch
- Melted Pecorino Cheese - $13.99: Crostini, apple, truffle honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari - $16.99: Fried calamari, zucchini, roasted garlic aioli, lemon Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Oreganata - $17: Confit tomatoes, lemon, herb breadcrumbs Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mussels - $19: White wine garlic sauce, confit tomatoes Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Marcella's Chopped Salad - $9.79: Cucumbers, grape tomatoes, carrot, red onion, gorgonzola Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Caesar - $9.29: Romaine lettuce, lemon, garlic, parmigiano reggiano Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caprese - $10.29: Fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, chili, EVOO, balsamic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Apple Salad - $10.79: Mixed greens, granny smith apples, red grapes, walnuts, gorgonzola, sherry vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sunday Salad - $15.79: Hand-rolled veal meatball, red onion, tomato, carrots, cucumbers, pepperoncini, parmigiano reggiano Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Chicken Caesar - $17.49: Romaine hearts, parmigiano reggiano Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Chicken Salad - $16.99: Mixed greens, grapes, celery, walnuts, gorgonzola, balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Pizzas
- Pepperoni Pizza - $16.49: Pepperoni, red onion, provolone Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Potato Pizza - $17.49: Pancetta, parmesan onions, taleggio cheese, arugula Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sausage Pizza - $18.49: Banana peppers, onions, tomato, mozzarella Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Chicken Pizza - $16.99: Gorgonzola, parmesan onions, chili flakes, apricots Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Pizza - $16.99: Zucchini, mushrooms, tomato, olives, peppers, onion, mascarpone Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Margherita D.O.C. - $15.99: Mozzarella, plum tomato, sweet basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prosciutto Pizza - $17.49: Tomato sauce, stracciatella, balsamic reduction Available at: dinner, lunch
- Four Cheese Pizza - $16.99: Ricotta, mozzarella, romano, parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Pizza - $16.49: Taleggio cheese, truffle oil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pesto Shrimp Pizza - $16.99: Roasted tomato, goat cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sicilian Pizza - $16.49: Capacola, salami, meatballs, asiago cheese, red onion Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Penne alla Arrabiata - $14.99: Spicy tomato sauce, toasted garlic, sweet basil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Capellini al Pomodoro - $15.29: Blistered tomato, garlic, basil, EVOO Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Penne alla Vodka - $15.99: Tomatoes, prosciutto, mushrooms, chili flakes, garlic, cream Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti alla Carbonara - $15.99: Pancetta, black pepper, onions, egg yolk Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gnocchi con Bolognese - $18.29: Braised lamb, marinara, parmigiano reggiano Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ravioli Mezzaluna - $18.79: Goat cheese, cabbage, italian bacon, mushrooms Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti & Meatball - $16.99: Tomato marinara, fresh grated parmesan Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Linguine & Clams - $18.49: Pancetta, red onions, chili flakes, garlic butter sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fettuccine & Meatball - $17.29: Torn bread crumb, alfredo, tomato marinara Available at: dinner, lunch
- Marcella's Lasagna - $17.99: Mama Marcella's sausage lasagna, red sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Eggplant Parmesan - $16.99: Provolone, ricotta, marinara sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Giardiniera - $16.99: Pan fried, topped with garden vegetables & fresh herbs Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken & Mushroom Risotto - $16.99: Taleggio, black truffle Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmesan - $20.49: Linguine, alfredo & tomato marinara Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon al Fresco - $20.99: Brick oven tomatoes, kalamata olives, capers, roasted potatoes Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Tenderloin Filet - $39.99: Sea salt potatoes, wilted spinach, garlic butter Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Cherry Crostata - $9.99: Almond crumble, honey vanilla gelato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Tiramisu - $9.99: Espresso ladyfingers, sweet mascarpone Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Ricotta Cheesecake - $9.99: Almond crust, mixed berries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Cannoli - $9.99: Pistachio, chocolate ganache Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Chocolate Almond Cake - $9.99: Toasted almonds, warm chocolate ganache Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Americano - $5: Espresso and hot water
- Espresso - $5: Single shot
- Cappuccino - $5.29: Espresso with steamed and frothed milk
- Tuscan Limonata - $13.99: Absolut Citrus Vodka, housemade limoncello, lemon, Peroni Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Stella Artois - $7.79: Draft beer
Frequently Asked Questions about Marcella's Ristorante
- Is Marcella's Ristorante dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Marcella's Ristorante has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Beef Carpaccio, Penne alla Arrabiata and Warm Assorted Olives.
- What can I eat at Marcella's Ristorante on a dairy-free diet?
- Beef Carpaccio, Penne alla Arrabiata and Warm Assorted Olives carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Marcella's Ristorante have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Penne alla Arrabiata and Capellini al Pomodoro.
- Is Marcella's Ristorante 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 Marcella's Ristorante?
- Crispy Chicken Caesar, at roughly 52.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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