Lola Giuseppe's Trattoria - Columbus

Best Italian food in Columbus. Period.. I am a sauce snob. I admit it. I grew up in a family where my Italian immigrant grandparents made their own sauce every Sunday. In 40 years, I've not found it's equal. Until this weekend, when we stumbled upon Giuseppe and Lola's Trattoria. It is authentic Italian food at a reasonable price. Think Olive Garden is about as Italian as Ragu? This place is for you. Although to be fair, Joe's sauce and Lola's desserts will satisfy just about any taste. You could easily spend 2, maybe 3 times as much money on Italian food downtown, in the Short North or Victorian Village. Don't bother. If you're looking for the best Italian food in Columbus, it's at this little hole in the wall place in Gahanna. If the lasagne does not make your eyes roll to the back of your head, I am concerned that you are not human. But honestly, they could put that red sauce on anything and I would eat it. Hard as it may be, save room for dessert. We had the bread pudding more like a custard and it was phenomenal. They fill the cannoli to order, so the shell is sturdy and crisp, like it should be, and they don't skimp on the filling. While we had no room for the tiramisu, it looked amazing, too. Do yourself a favor have Sunday dinner any night of the week go immediately to Giuseppe and Lola's.

Found this gem thanks to great reviews. Fabulous quaint Italian food. I had the lolas crepes. Mmmm mmmm!!! SauceWas creamy and I loved the almondsSprinkled on top. Perfect amount of crunch!! I'd rate an 8 out of 10. Corn sauce was a tad salty and they were busy with limited wait staff so we had to wait a bit for bill refills etc but still not a reason too miss this hotspot.

Excellenti Magnifico. Had a great dinner. Service was extremely friendly and food was yummy. Family of servers are very sweet and welcoming.Ordered the Farfalle Fantastisco and it was absolutely melt in your mouth great. Cannolis are awesome too...so save room.Come experience the warm hospitality and delicious food!!!Soman

Love Love Love this place! The food is amazing! The owners and staff are wonderful! Can't wait to go back.

I finally made it to Lola and 'Joe 's! ' It was perfect. Lola takes you into her restaurant, a warm and inviting home with 42 chairs. The food is authentic (Joe 's mother 's recipes from Rome , delicious, and made fresh. Lola and Joe are friendly, warm, and endearing. It 's like going to your grandma and grandpas house for dinner. Only without all of the family arguments :