Cento - Columbus, Ohio

Aleina W.

I visited Cento for my anniversary on Saturday, overall had an amazing experience and I will be back! My partner and I started with the arancini, bread and Caesar salad which was all delicious! We shared the Scarpinocc pasta which was sooo good and flavorful. Next we tried the king crab tagliatelle which was just okay for the price. Then finished with the panna cotta which was amazing. Our server Ali was so sweet and made our Anniversary special. The vibe of restaurant was very romantic and we will be back very soon!

Bruna O.

I never thought I could eat in a place like this. Me and my husband saved for a year until we had a reason to celebrate. So we finally did and the first thing we have thought about was going (finally!) to Cento.

We had the best experience with the waiter. I think his name was Joe? John? I will remind and rectify here later.

We felt welcomed. Cherished.
Food, from other world.
Great place.
Amazing experience.

Will ALWAYS recommend.

Lucas M. F.

My wife and I came here for our anniversary and my birthday, and we’d come back. The atmosphere on the terrace is a solid 10/10. The food was excellent. I ordered a Cuba Libre and it was really good. The coffees at the end were excellent.

David

We have lived in German Village for almost 2 years and have walked by Cento more times than I can count. We finally decided to go for dinner on the patio and we were absolutely blown away. Our waitress was SO nice and incredibly knowledgeable about the menu. She gave us recommendations and she was 100% on point with her descriptions of the food and drinks. The drinks were great! I'm a dirty martini guy and I am very critical of them, and this one did not disappoint. The arancini was maybe one of the best things I've ever eaten, I would definitely order 2 of these and a salad for dinner. The bread was crazy good and paired well with the Ceasar salad. Every single past dish we ordered was phenomenal. I can't pick a favorite but I can say I would order all 3 of them again. Handmade pasta always makes a dish so much better and their pasta was top tier. Did I mention I don't ever order pasta? Get yourself to this restaurant asap. 10/10

Mark C.

This place was a highlight of our trip. The food hit all the right spots and we loved everything we had — most of which was recommended by our server, Carl, who truly defined the experience for us. He spoke so highly of the restaurant, the menu, the company, and the city — this man sold everything about the experience. We were left with an indelible impression that we’re convinced will bring us back here the next time we’re in Columbus. Absolute perfection.

Ned’s E. D.

I've been to numerous Italian restaurants over the years, but few impressed me the way Cento did. My wife and I came here to celebrate Valentine's Day, and it was an ideal spot to do so. The ambiance was classy and romantic, and the Italian vibes were prevalent, as well.

The tomato focaccia & garlic bread was a great way to start the meal. I didn't necessarily favor one over the other. However, I found the inclusion of the tomato focaccia to be unique. For our appetizers, we ordered arancini and meatballs. The tallegio cheese and summer truffles the arancini were topped with were a nice touch, but it was the creamy sauce that made the dish remarkable. The meatballs were higher quality than average, and tender.

As for our entrees, we got the rigatoni alla vodka and the veal parmesan. The rigatoni was lightly dressed and delightful overall. Having said that, I actually preferred the pasta al forno the veal parmesan came with. This was to die for. It was rich, and the cheese utilized had a sharp undertone. Lastly, the veal parmesan. Not only was it a generous portion, it was one of the best veal dishes I've had. This alone was worth coming here for, especially considering it came with the pasta al forno.

What more can I say? Cento is the only Italian restaurant I've been to in Columbus so far, and it's hard to imagine there's one better. Time will tell!

Chris B.

Its difficult to find a traditionally made carbonara without any cream or other garbage put into it and Cento delivered on this classic. We got the whipped ricotta to start with some excellent sourdough before enjoying their delicious pasta.

The restaurant also features many dishes able to be made gluten free for those with dietary restrictions.

Service was on-par with the caliber of restaurant and the atmosphere was wonderful being tucked away in German Village with a very nice shaded patio.

Daniel V.

Fantastic upscale Italian place in German Village. Sever was very friendly and knowledgeable. Best dish was the fritto misto, highly recommend. Patio was perfect, very nice plants and a fountain.