Villa Nova Ristorante

They accommodated our party of 20 with a couple hours notice and were friendly and positive. Our server, Tyler, was awesome- organized, informative, and helpful. The food was excellent and we had a wonderful time celebrating our grandma's 90th birthday!

Came in on a Thursday night for an early dinner, around 5:30. Was lucky to have got a table. Line out the door when we left. This place is really bumping, and the staff does a good job moving you in and out quickly.The atmosphere was that of an old Italian parlor. Not too elegant, but not a dive either. Started with the Italian Cheese, which was nothing more than fried Pepper Jack cheese curds. I think they were previously frozen, not made from scratch. My daughter had the pasta carbonara and I had the chicken Parmesan. The Carbonara was OUTSTANDING. Bacon gave it a nice Smokey taste. Super rich, and a ton of it! The chicken parm was also good, smothered with cheese, but I question if the chicken pattie wasn't previously frozen and not made from scratch. It was formed just too perfect in the dish. The pasta sauce was delicious and really hit home with what I wanted.Server was a bit inattentive, as I was half way done with my meal before she brought back the red pepper. She was also a bit of a complainer, as I was asking questions about the history of the place and was told there are newspaper clippings I can read in the entry way, which she has never read because she is just toooooo busy when working. Whah, whah, whah is all I heard.

Hubby and I went for lunch right when they opened. Our service was excellent and the menu is extensive. I ordered the veggie pizza which was delicious. Hubby ordered a meatball sub which he also enjoyed.The atmosphere is very nice casual with tons of copper kettles all around the restaurant.

SUPER popular spot, apparently a neighborhood favorite for generations, and HOPPING on a recent Saturday night. I was lucky to find parking, and that the VERY large group I met up with had made reservations. Check their extensive menu out ahead of time... They offer all the Italian "standards," along with a number of tempting culinary surprises. I went back and forth a few times, changing my mind on pizza, pasta, or something else, and finally went with the veggie lasagna, which came with a house salad. Both were ok, not exactly "earth-shattering," (remember, I'm STILL a bit of a NY food snob, even after 20+ years here in Ohioooooo) but good enough. The food was 3+ stars, good but not quite mind-blowing, but the service was WONDERFUL. Wish I got the name of our AMAZING waitress, who handled our large group like a true PRO. I don't think I've ever gotten better, more friendly, helpful and efficient service EVER in this large a group, ESPECIALLY on a busy weekend!!! Bravo!! Be sure to check this place out if you're in the area, and don't miss their HUMUNGOUS collection of brass cookware!!! :-D

The food at Villa Nova was phenomenal. It isn't authentic Italian food but the food is still amazing. They give you very large portions and the prices are extremely reasonable. The restaurant has a huge menu with a variety of selections to choose from. The service was good. The restaurant was packed and busy so the service was slow, but our waiter was very nice. He was so patient with answering our questions and explaining items on the menu.The ambiance was very family-oriented. It is a large dimly lite room with a bunch of tables. It is a great place for families and kids. I love how there weren't any televisions in this area. However, on the other side of the restaurant is the bar and I believe they have tvs on that side if you want to watch sports.

Service was fast & friendly. I had dinner with 3 friends and we all got our correct order and everyone was pretty satisfied. One friend was a bit disappointed that her Caesar salad didn't have fresh ground cheese on it. I ordered manicotti with Italian Wedding Soup. Both were good but I was disappointed that my Italian Wedding Soup didn't have any meatballs. Also, the manicotti were big enough that I was able to have one for lunch the next day!

Homestyle adjacent Italian food that's quite affordable. Is the food going to change your life? Nope but will you leave with a filled stomach, sure will. I have been in Columbus just shy of a decade, have lived just around the corner from Villa Nova for most of that, and only in the last year have I found myself visiting Villa Nova. This always busy spot is surely well loved with a full parking lot.Daily specials are listed on the board as you enter. To the left is the restaurant seating and to the right is the bar. Bar is fairly comfortable, with swivel backed bar height chairs and hooks under the bar to hang items. Lighting is dim but somehow seems bright enough for the space despite the time of day. Happy hour extends until 9 on Mondays. There's always popcorn and sometimes a pizza to snack on in the bar area. Drink prices are approachable. House wines can be gotten in a glass, half carafe, or full carafe. Bartenders have always been attentive, quick, and friendly. Pasta servings are multiple meals huge. Bread sticks are best when hot. Cheese marbles are always melted and browned nicely. The fried ravioli are just what you expect them to be. Crispy and melty, nice when dipped in marinara. Italian sub sandwiches with banana peppers & onions are made even better if you ask for oil & vinegar. Looking for something a little different, check out their taco pizza. Beans as the sauce, ground beef, lettuce, diced tomatoes, a whole lot of shredded cheddar cheese with taco sauce on the side. Seems odd at first but it's just a perfect creation.

What is about 11 of us and a little baby my little great granddaughter, have reservations so we got in right away. We were noisy, but the service was great. Everything ran along just fine. The food was delicious and our waiter was handsome. He look like John Travolta or definitely come here again.

Wow!It's been probably 15 years since we've been here. And now we are ready to return!Service was very efficient. One young lady seemed to have the entire front dining room. Sheoved from table to table welcoming guests, taking orders, delivering meals and keep drinks filled. Bread arrived at our table first. My son jumps in because he just left practice and he's hungry. So one else had a chance to try a bread stick My son ordered Seafood Alfredo served with shrimp and scallops. This is one of his favorite meals. The portion was generous but the seafood was not, in my opinionThe sauce was creamy and rich. He would order it again saying the scallops were delicious.The large pasta came with a side salad or soup. He selected the house made Italian Wedding Soup. Our option did not include meatballs but there was plenty of chicken in the soup. There was not much spinach in our serving which we appreciated. This was a definite order again item!Hubs ordered a white pizza. It was loaded with garlic and topped with cheese. The olive oil base was perfect on the house made thin crust. Another order again item! But a warning - the garlic really is strong. I ordered the chef salad. Mixed green salad, turkey, ham and one hard boiled egg. I orderedine without tomatoes and without American Cheese It was a good salad with several dressing choices. I ordered the house made Italian The bowl was the same as the side salad with the extra protein. Next time I'm going to order the grilled chicken breast and a side salad.

Great food, clean restaurant, friendly staff. We love sitting in the bar and socializing with other customers. Fun atmosphere.