The Rossi Bar + Kitchen

We came here during happy hour and was I was excited to finally visit. Parking is the usual paid street parking. The restaurant is beautiful, the bar is so classy, and I would describe the atmosphere as cool retro jazz. It was a Tuesday evening, very calm and quiet, except for the kitchen noises. Their menu changed slightly, I think they had their pizzas for happy hour previously, but it wasn't this time. However, the OH pizza was delicious, crispy, sweet, spicy, fantastic. I would recommend this pizza, it's very good. We also got the meatballs, bruschetta, and truffle popcorn. I was not expecting the meatballs to be two massive balls, it was good and delicious, just a bit too salty. The popcorn was a bit soggy, but truffle flavor was good. The bruschetta also came on just two slices of bread and covered in tomato and balsamic vinaigrette goodness. The appetizers we got during happy hour ranges from $3-$4. We also got the mini Cosmo and Lemon Drop, and chardonnay to sip and those were good to pair with everything. I preferred the Lemon Drop a bit more, it gave a good sour and sweet balance. Overall, with mini drinks, appetizers, and pizza, the cost was about $53 before tip. It's not too bad when we shared with 3 people. I would come back for their pizza and a couple apps! I really like the atmosphere of the bar and staff was very nice and patient with us. Staff was nice to accommodate us and allowed us to choose somewhere else to sit. I would recommend this place for a casual date, a drink, and a delicious pizza. I enjoyed the atmosphere and the decor of the restaurant. I feel like outside of happy hour, it may be a bit expensive including parking, but it was pretty good during happy hour.

Two big thumbs up! The chili nut mix, meatballs, and seasonal Ravioli were incredibly flavorful and really delicious. I certainly plan on returning when next I make it to Columbus

Came for brunch, made a reservation fairly easily via Google. Decent amount of options for both food and drink. Unfortunately, many items that were on the menu (see photos for QR code) were actually unavailable. Had to have a back up plan on what else to order. Beautiful venue inside with nice large windows facing high street. Perfect for people watching/free entertainment. Food was good and drinks were pretty good as well!

I went to The Rossi full of expectations and, unfortunately, I was a little disappointed. We went there for the “Restaurants Week” in Columbus and got their menu with a couple of different choice. I was very happy with the appetizers: both the Ricotta and the meatballs were amazing. Unfortunately, the main plates were not so great: Carbonara was very runny and with almost no pancetta… the other dish was also plain and with not a lot of flavor (mainly spice). Desserts also were very average. Service was great and the waiter (it was his first day) was very nice and thoughtful. I will for sure give it another chance… hopefully, it will change my mind!

We were aiming for The Rossi, but you know, running in the door out of a torrential rain just gave us a quick jolt of making it into someplace special. And it is. Has a great low key vibe with subtle lighting and music that’s there, but not THERE, if you get me. The sunset on amalfi cocktail was perfect, mussels were so tasty with just the right spicy kick, meatballs were full flavored, and truffle fries? We just kept dipping into the lemon aioli! So worth the rainy dash!