67 East Gay Street
Columbus, OH 43215
Miller-Stein Ranking
Our food experience | 3.92 Buckeyes
Quality | 4.5 Buckeyes
Cost | 4.5 Buckeyes
Character | 4.6 Buckeyes
Beverages | 4.5 Buckeyes
Service | 1.5 Buckeyes
Pomodoro | $12.00
linguini, tomatoes, spinach, garlic, evoo, house-made mozzarella
Insalata mista | $7.00
mixed baby greens, red onion, goat cheese, almonds, strawberries, balsamic vinaigrette
mixed baby greens, red onion, goat cheese, almonds, strawberries, balsamic vinaigrette
Sauteéd spinach | $6
Stein’s parents decided to spend December in Columbus to enjoy family time together and enjoy the holidays in (a not so snowy) Columbus. While here, Stein’s parents wanted to try a new restaurant or two. Stein’s recommendation for a dinner Friday evening was Due Amici, a restaurant in the heart of downtown Columbus.
Parking, once we arrived at the restaurant, was not atrocious. There was a pay-to-park lot right across the street. We were a little disappointed there wasn’t a valet but we quickly found a spot and were on time for our 6:00 p.m. dinner reservation.
Upon arrival we were immediately greeted by the hostess who was very friendly. You’re immediately struck by the dim lighting and the fun atmosphere of the restaurant. The modern art compliments the metallic style of finishes. The restaurant is much bigger on the inside than it looks from the outside.
We were quickly greeted by our waitress who seemed to be rushed. Mom Stein ordered a red wine and I ordered a glass of sauvignon blanc and I was promptly carded. The waitress claimed I looked at her in a suspicious way and had eyes that were begging the question “is she going to ask to see my I.D.” Don’t get me wrong, I am in favor of carding, but her explanation was somewhat condescending. Dad Stein and Stein went with Diet Cokes and we took a few minutes to review the menu.
When the waitress finally brought our wine which took about 10 minutes, Mom Stein and I really enjoyed our selections, we were pleased with our choices.
Our waitress first brought out some warm bread which was a nice appetizer.
We didn’t hesitate to place our orders. Stein ordered the Pomodoro pasta which came with fresh tomatoes, spinach, flavorful garlic, extra virgin olive oil, and a house made mozzarella which was stein said was incredibly fresh. Stein was very fond of the pasta dish he chose.
Mom and Dad Stein ordered and shared the same type of pasta dish that Stein ordered, a garden house salad and also a side of sautéed spinach. They both also shared in Stein’s sentiments that the dish was great, very well prepared. Our waitress failed to bring out the spinach with the meal and it took another 7 minutes to arrive at our table. The spinach was not cooked as much as typical sautéed spinach and still had a toughness to it. The salad received rave reviews explaining the everything tasted fresh, organic and natural.
I ordered the insalata mista salad without the red onion which I enjoyed. The salad was not very large but was enough to fill me up. The almonds were raw and would have been a little tastier if they had been toasted, but other than that the salad was pleasant. The goat cheese added the sharp kick of flavor to the dish.
Our waitress was somewhat short with us and dismissive. Not suggesting anything from the menu and not pleasantly asking if we had everything we needed, we weren’t thrilled with our service. Her attitude could have be related to a bad day, or an unpleasant experience with a customer, but when diners are paying top dollar for a dining experience, one expects to be treated at least decently.
With the exception of the service we received, Mom and Dad Stein and Stein and I really enjoyed our experience at Due Amici. We all agreed that we will likely return but ask to not be seated in the same waitresses section. We recommend Due Amici for Columbus-ites or visitors who find themselves in downtown Columbus any evening.
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