How much does a private event cost?

There is a food and drink minimum. It is based on the date and time plus your guest count and event length.

Do I need to pay a deposit?

Yes. Every private event needs a signed contract and a deposit.

How fast will they reply?

Allow up to 72 hours for a reply.

Will my group get one check?

Yes. Parties of 7 or more get one check. A 20% gratuity is added after tax.

Is there a time limit for large tables?

Yes. Large party tables are booked for two hours.

When do I need a private space?

Groups over 20 must rent one of the private spaces.

Is there a minimum at the Marmont bar?

Yes. Marmont parties of 9 or more have a food and drink minimum.

What food is served at speakeasy events?

You can pick passed appetizers or a buffet.

Are there gluten free and vegan options?

Yes. The menu marks gluten free and vegan dishes. Gluten free crust and vegan cheese are available.

Do they have a private room?

Yes. The Blue room holds up to 15 guests. The Orange room holds up to 30.

Is there a speakeasy for parties?

Yes. The underground speakeasy has its own private bar and staff. It holds up to 50 guests.

Can I rent the whole restaurant?

Yes. Full and partial buyouts are available.

Can I tour the space first?

Yes. The website has 3D tours. The events team also invites you to tour in person.

Is there an events manager?

Yes. An Events Manager handles private events.

Where do guests park?

Use a nearby garage. Hubbard Garage is at 824 N. Pearl St and Lincoln Garage is at 724 N. Pearl St.

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Forno Kitchen + Bar

Restaurant

Short North

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Great for

Private room
Full buyout
Outdoor space
Open late
Vegetarian options
Vegan options
Gluten-free options

Awards and press

Photos: fornoshortnorth.com

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Up to 50

Guests

Seated

Not yet scored

How we score

Private room

Your group gets its own room.

Full buyout

Rent the whole place for up to 50 guests.

Event coordinator

A planner on staff helps run your party.

About this space

Forno is a Short North restaurant known for stone-fired pizza and happy hour. It has two private dining rooms. A hidden speakeasy under the restaurant has its own private bar.

Part of One Hospitality

Hospitality group

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Rooms

Orange Private Dining Room

Private room

· Seats 30

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Blue Private Dining Room

Private room

· Seats 15

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Marmont at Forno Speakeasy

Private room

· Stands 50

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Full or Partial Buyout

Full buyout

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What will my party cost?

No prices posted yet. Ask the venue for a quote.

Service charge

20%

How they charge

Private events have a food and drink minimum. It is based on the date and time plus the guest count and event length. Parties of 7 or more get one check with 20% gratuity added.

Deposit

A signed contract and a deposit are required for all private events.

What this space offers

Outdoor space

Gluten-free options

Work events

Food for every guest

What their own menu or allergen guide says, with the source.

Vegetarian
Dishes marked on the menu
Menu marks vegetarian (V) dishes, plus more made vegetarian on request (V+).
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Vegan
Dishes marked on the menu
Kitchen: Not stated. Ask the venue.
Menu marks vegan (Vg) items and 'vegan upon request' (Vg+) items, including several pizzas. Vegan cheese is available on request.
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Gluten-free
Dishes marked on the menu
Prep: Not stated. Ask the venue.
Menu marks gluten-free (GF) dishes and more on request (GF+), with gluten-free crust and pasta.
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Dairy-free
Dishes marked on the menu
Menu marks vegan (Vg) dishes and offers vegan cheese.
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Nut allergies
Not stated. Ask the venue.
Menu flags dishes with tree nuts.
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Not stated: Halal, Kosher. Ask the venue.

Food allergy? Tell the venue when you book.

Checked Oct 3, 2026

Good to know

Event hours

Restaurant hours are Mon 4pm-11pm and Tue-Thu 11am-11pm. Fri is 11am-1am and Sat is 10am-1am. Sun is 10am-11pm. Happy hour is Mon-Fri 4-6pm.

Awards and press

Their awards, press and milestones, with the source.

What guests say

Ratings from each site, as of the date shown.

GoogleSee Google reviews
Yelp4.21,194 reviewsas of Oct 2026See reviews
Tripadvisor4.3232 reviewsas of Oct 2026See reviews

Where it is

721 N. High Street, Columbus, OH 43215

Parking

Park in a nearby garage. Hubbard Garage is at 824 N. Pearl St. Lincoln Garage is at 724 N. Pearl St.

Get directions

Hours

Monday: 4 PM – 11 PM
Tuesday: 11 AM – 11 PM
Wednesday: 11 AM – 11 PM
Thursday: 11 AM – 11 PM
Friday: 11 AM – 1 AM
Saturday: 10 AM – 1 AM
Sunday: 10 AM – 11 PM

Right now

Reserve a table online, up to 20

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Questions guests ask

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Awards and press

Forno Kitchen + Bar

Forno Kitchen + Bar

Forno Kitchen + Bar

About this space

Part of One Hospitality

Their other places here

Their other places here

Rooms

What will my party cost?

What this space offers

Food for every guest

Vegetarian

Vegan

Gluten-free

Dairy-free

Nut allergies

Good to know

Awards and press

What guests say

Where it is

Hours

Questions guests ask

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