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Chouette, Columbus, OH

Chouette

4.5
4.5
289 Reviews
$31 to $50
French

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 47 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
Discover the charm of Chouette, a delightful French bistro nestled in the heart of Columbus. Named after the French word for "owl" or "cool," Chouette invites you into a warm and inviting space that beautifully resonates with historical significance.

Our bistro, housed in a storied building, seamlessly blends the allure of tradition with modern comfort, creating a unique dining experience. Join us at Chouette, where history and contemporary elegance come together to offer a truly memorable culinary experience.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (614) 705-2665
  • Website
    https://www.chouetterestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Shawn Applin
  • Location
    66 N High St, Columbus, OH 43215
  • Neighborhood
    Columbus
  • Cross street
    Corner of High and Gay
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • New Year’s Day Champagne Brunch at Chouette

    Jan 1, 2025 only
    Ring in the New Year with a special Champagne Brunch at Chouette! On New Year’s Day, our chefs have curated special brunch menu features that will be offered in addition to our regular menu. Celebrate the first day of 2025 steeped in French culture and exceptional flavor by joining us at Chouette! Reservations are now open. Brunch Specials: - Lemon Curd Souffle Pancake | $12 -Ratatouille Omelet filled | $16 - NY Steak & Eggs | $39 - Smoked Salmon Tarte Flambee | $18 Beverage Special: - Clavelin Brut Comte | $19 By The Glass
    New Year’s Day Champagne Brunch at Chouette Photo

  • New Year's Eve || Early Seating

    $55.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    EARLY SEATING | 4 PM–6 PM | $55 PER PERSON | PRIX FIXE MENU ONLY Ring in the new year with an exclusive three-course dinner crafted by our chefs at Chouette, perfect for a festive evening filled with holiday cheer! Pricing includes 3-course prix fixe dinner and an optional $50 wine pairing available. Apéritif || Your Choice Of: • Duo of Ahi Tuna Tartare and Carpaccio • Wild Mushroom Vol au Vent Entrée || Your Choice Of: • Beef Wellington • Pan-Seared Arctic Char • Root Vegetable Crepinette Les Desserts || Your Choice Of: • Vacherin • Double Chocolate Fudge Soufflé Beverages sold separately. Tax and gratuity not included. Reservations are limited—book now!
    New Year's Eve || Early Seating Photo

  • New Year's Eve || Late Seating

    $95.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    LATE SEATING | 6:30 PM–9 PM | $95 PER PERSON | PRIX FIXE MENU ONLY Ring in the new year with an exclusive New Year's experience crafted by our chefs. Perfect for a festive evening filled with holiday cheer! Pricing includes champagne toast, 4-course prix fixe dinner and an optional $50 wine pairing. Apéritif || Choice Of: • Duo of Ahi Tuna Tartare and Carpaccio • Wild Mushroom Vol au Vent Middle || Choice Of: • Vanilla poached Maine lobster • Truffled Cauliflower Bisque Entrée || Choice Of: • Beef Wellington • Pan-Seared Arctic Char • Root Vegetable Crepinette Les Desserts || Choice Of: • Vacherin • Double Chocolate Fudge Soufflé Beverages sold separately. Tax and gratuity not included. Reservations are limited—book now!
    New Year's Eve || Late Seating Photo

Offers

  • ON THE FLY | $22 IN 45 MIN

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM
    For those on a tight schedule, the ‘On the Fly’ prix fixe menu offers a quick yet satisfying French lunch experience at $22 in 45 minutes including the Jambon Beurre with Pommes Frites and a choice of Butternut Squash Bisque or a Petite Salad, plus an option to add a glass of wine for $6. Join us during lunch to try this offering! Lunch is served daily from 11 AM-3 PM.

    ON THE FLY | $22 IN 45 MIN Photo

Menu

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What 289 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Chouette delivers a delightful slice of Paris in downtown Columbus, with "wonderful food" and "excellent cocktails." The charming ambiance, reminiscent of a French bistro, complements a "fantastic" wine selection. While service varies, standout mentions include "impeccable service" and "knowledgeable staff." A must-visit for a romantic or special occasion.

289 Reviews

  1. R

    VIP

    Columbus

    36 reviews

    3.0

    36 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Second time dining at Chouette as we really wanted to like it. It’s just not great—they have a lot of things that are very good, but it never really comes together.

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  2. Angela

    Columbus

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the atmosphere and our server Brad was amazing. Food was incredible, would definitely go back.

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  3. kim

    VIP

    Columbus

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first visit was wonderful. The food was delicious. My only reason for not giving 5 stars is due to our server and food runners lack of knowledge on some of the dishes and our dinners were very delayed. Our server was very pleasant, just some additional training on ingredients. Already booked for next week!

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  4. Cynthia

    VIP

    Columbus

    115 reviews

    3.0

    115 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Second time did not meet up with our first experience there. The waitress makes all of the difference.

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  5. pete

    Columbus

    19 reviews

    3.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Hostess did not great us upon arrival. There were three tables. Three servers. After we were seated, we waited endlessly for a server to arrive at the table. We were repeatedly left without water wondering where any server was. Once our check was dropped off, it was never picked up. My husband had to track our server down to pay. Abysmal. Also, there were no towels in the bathroom to dry hands on. The chefs do their job, but front of house are unengaged and lazy.

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  6. Susan

    VIP

    Cleveland

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and ambience were lovely albeit the music was too loud in the beginning. MR filet mignon overcooked, but they did remake a perfectly done one, just sadly came when the rest of the table had finished their entrees. I think I server was too challenged working both floors. Left happy despite the unfriendly welcome of the hostess who insisted there was no way I had been confirmed a table upstairs for Christmas Eve, since they only seat first come. Oddly I did have a phone conversation before the restaurant advertised for the holiday season, but oh well. Bon Appetit .

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  7. April

    Columbus

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Have been wanting to come try and decided to come for Christmas Eve dinner. The coc au vin was excellent! I’ve been throughout France several times and it immediately took me back from the first bite. My son stated his linguine and lobster was very good as well. Chapeau to the chef and staff. Definitely will pop back in again soon.

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  8. Michael

    Columbus

    28 reviews

    4.0

    28 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Great environment. Very good bistro menu. Onion soup good but very overpriced. Quiche was excellent. Rosé was superb. Service was sophomoric. Kids need training on the menu. They looked good in the outfit. Overall it has potential but the servers need a lot more coaching.

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  9. Julie

    Columbus

    11 reviews

    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    My third time at this delightful French Bistro, but it was not a charm. Sat upstairs to be away from hubbub at the bar and the door, but it may have impacted the entire experience because of the distance from the bar and the kitchen. Server was not around to put in drink order, so placed w the kind manager who passed by! Chicken mousse was delightful, again! Both Hangar steaks were undercooked, came without bernaise sauce, so sent back and it was cooked nicely but still was not hot. Bouillabaisse was deconstructed w/ a platter of nicely cooked fish but instead of broth a cup of also unheated thick gravy? Trout was outstanding. The server was not upstairs whenever we seemed to need her, so generally inattentive. Never got her name so when we said, “miss” to get her attention three times, the last one louder, she asked us if we were ok? Dining upstairs may be a work in progress…to get drinks timely and food to patron hot!

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  10. Anne

    Columbus

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing, environment was gorgeous and service was excellent.

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Chouette is rated 4.5 stars by 289 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 47 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Chouette

66 N High St, Columbus, OH 43215

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Corner of High and Gay
  • Neighborhood
    Columbus
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Shawn Applin
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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