M Restaurant & Bar

05/12/2008 Posted by wolfwood

My wife and I recently went to M for a nice dinner on our anniversary. Overall, the food was good, although maybe a bit overpriced. As others have said, the roasted tomato soup was EXCELLENT, and the sushi and ahi tuna I ordered were very good, with nice presentation and just the right portion size. However, as we found out, this is not the place to go if you want a great steak - Ruth's Chris is much better. The restaurant did know it was our anniversary, so they covered 2 free desserts for my wife and I, which was a nice touch. What really hurt the experience was the service, which was very slow an inattentive. At one point, I was waiting for 20 minutes just to have my water glass refilled. We ended up being in the restaurant for over 2 hours, and at least half of that time was spent just waiting for our server to bring us the next course. We overheard other tables around us complaining about the service as well. Perhaps it was just an "off night," but it was enough to make us doubt that we will return to M.

04/25/2008 Posted by Mikewell

We went to M to celebrate my parents 39th anniversary. We had a couple amazing signature cocktails from their list while we waited for our table. The atmosphere is energetic but relaxing and inviting. Our server was one of the best in the city. Everything was timed perfectly. The Kobe burgers and sushi were the best apps we've ever had. Try the veal or tghe tuna or the chef's feature for dinner. The blending of sauces, spices and protien were unreal. Everthing we had we didn't think it could get any better and It did. My hats off to the staff at M. The manager even stopped by to say hello and wish my parents a happy anniversary. We dine all over the country and M is by far our favorite. Forget the 4 stars, give this place a 10.

03/22/2008 Posted by CulturedPalate

The food was outstanding from the Kobe beef burger appetizer to the cocoa/coffee encrusted filet but even if you make a reservation for 7:30pm, you have to sit in the bar area for a while to increase the chances of you purchasing a few cocktails and then aren't seated until 9pm. We thought if you had a reservation for 7:30pm then you would be seated at that time - so patrons be aware that you're in for a very LONG night.

Pros: great food

Cons: poor service regarding time from reservation/arriving to actual seating time

11/13/2007 Posted by amylei333

Food: Awesome! Best in Columbus, easily. Service: Awesome. Very attentive and knowledgeable. Ambiance: Awesome. Upscale and urban. Price: Reasonable considering what you get. Yes it's expensive, but for a similar meal at Aureole in Vegas my husband and I paid $300 (a meal for two, price fix, including wine). So, it's nice to see that you can get world-class cuisine in Columbus and still pay Columbus prices. Drinks: Berries & Bubbles cocktail is my favorite of all time! Others on their drink menu are scrumptious too. Overall, I highly recommend M.

Pros: Food, Drinks, Atmosphere

Cons: None!

09/29/2007 Posted by thewhatswhat

Dining at M makes me feel as though I've temporarily left Columbus and landed in NYC/Boston. If you are planning an expensive dinner, this is the place to go to in Columbus. The design is modern yet elegant. We had a party of seven and were seated in the wine barrel room which provided a very intimate setting that was necessary for our 50th birthday celebration. (I noticed that the seating throughout the restaurant was well spaced and also seemed like the perfect venue for a romantic dinner) The service was impeccable in every aspect, including the bartender, servers, and our waitress, who gladly entertained our somewhat drunken states The food was superb, satisfying three generations of guests with no complaints. I loved everything I ordered, including the roasted tomato soup, three cones lobster appetizer, and the fillet mignon (steak in a bowl).

Pros: incredible food and service

Cons: restricted to vallet parking

01/20/2007 Posted by Dawnrenee1313

My husband and I enjoy a fine meal and dont mind paying for it. We love ALL of Cameron Mitchell's restaurants, but we both agreed that this could easily be our new favorite. ONLY drawback, we waited about 5 minutes to be seated...(Hostess was MIA) after that, everything went up hill. Our server Molly was knowledgable, very friendly. I had a ribeye. Seriously, it is probably one of the top two ribeyes I have had in Columbus. Atmosphere was very chic. Lighting was very subtle. Husband had the Lamb and was more then impressed. For dessert I ordred the Bread Pudding. I have tried Bread pudding all over the country (my favorite dessert), and this was by far, one of the top ones I have had...Expensive, YES, but well worth a trip once in a while. This may very well be our new top spot...As good as Ruths Chris, Lindys, etc...And maybe even better. Put Smith and Wollensky to SHAME!!!!

Pros: Everything

Cons: Price

11/16/2006 Posted by cooks297

My boyfriend took me there for our anniversary and it was amazing. The portions are pretty big so if you want a side dish I would suggest sharing. The service was outstanding and the decor is very low light chic. Ask NOT to be sat near the door though. You get interrupted by everyone coming and going.

Pros: ambiance

Cons: none

06/12/2006 Posted by rasmussenm1

I love the atmosphere, and the service is amazing, I do have to say that it may be expensive, but hey this place is worth it

Pros: Great ambience

Cons: none

05/31/2006 Posted by chewtoy36

Went for my birthday dinner, the staff very warm friendly. The food!!! I had the filet and it was so tender and the lobster mashed potatoes!!!! I will definately be back there many more times to try out the rest of the menu. So hip and trendy. I am from San Francisco and this looks like it could be there.

Pros: food excellent, great staff, great wine list

12/14/2005 Posted by kkt1210

my husband and i went to m for our anniverary, we were very pleased. as we walked back to our table, we passed several tables seperated by flowy, sheer white curtains and a swank bar that had a flat screen tv and little art deco lights that changed colors. our table was also under the lights, so our food and wine were always changing colors...but very slowly and softly. the only thing about the decor were the chairs, too office-y, and some of the art on the walls were too hotelish. black or purple velvet chairs would have been better! food was sexy to eat....get the liquid chocolate cake.

Pros: swanky lights, great food, friendly servers

Cons: office-like chairs