Restaurants in Columbus
Best Restaurants
Bar • $$
Indian • $$
“Literally….one of the best, and I’ve gone to many across a lot of states. Reminds me of what we ate in the early 90s in Boston. WILL be coming back when we visit next.”
Bar • $$
“Fantastic new spot in Short North. Exceptional staff, great food and great vibes for dancing all night!”
German • $$
“Our waiter Dylan was amazing the food was spectacular! The pork schnitzel was enough to feed two. . Great prices and terrific atmosphere! We look forward to coming again”
Indian • $$
“The food was absolutely amazing! my 1st time having India food and it did not disappoint! Service was great!”
Restaurants by Cuisine
American • $$
“They fixed my issue I did have and it's always a good time at forty deuce. I appreciate them jumping on fixing my issue without hesitation it means alot to me!”
“It was firt time, to dine Nigerian restaurant, I and my family ordered fufu with casava leaves soup, and pasta with shrimp,. The fufu was delicious but the pasta wasn't good because of cooked with coconut juice and isn't good and very watery in it. I will definitely tell the restaurant for the restaurant. That's my advice. manager to hire professional chief”
Cocktail Bar • $$
“Food is good, though it is the only place I know where you have to sit at a high top or a bar stool to get discounts on appetizes during happy hour. Not everyone can sit on a high seat.”
Recommended Restaurants
Recommended
“I order from here alot , just ordered a side salad and Stromboli . Stromboli was awesome as usual however salad was awful . No cheese , maybe two small handfuls of wilted lettuce for what 4.50 , I won’t order a salad again . I was really surprised by the poor quality of the salad.”
“Indian Oven is a culinary treasure. Great vibe, amazing food, and lovely staff. Our whole table was impressed. Five stars without a doubt!”
“I’m so impressed with this gem! I love NOLA food and culture and Way Down Yonder nailed it. The food was amazing, and the coffee and beignets are to die for. Not only is the food good, but the staff is so friendly and welcoming. My daughter and I truly can’t wait to come back. We have a 2+ hour drive and it’s worth it. WELL DONE!”
Fine Dining • $$$$
“Wonderful tasting menu with a great staff that was very friendly and knowledgeable. Such a wonderful evening filled with delicious food and wine. Very impressed!”
Bar • $$
“We are from Kentucky and were in Columbus for a concert. I’ve always wanted to try a place that has been featured on Triple D, and this was the best decision ever! High Bank exceeded all expectations! We left with a full belly and A bottle of whiskey to remember them by. Food was incredible. Service was incredible. From now on, every trip to Columbus will include a stop at High Bank Distillery!”
Restaurants with Delivery
“Dueling Axes made for an awesome double date night! It was our first time throwing axes and knives but John gave us a great intro and coached us girls through it! He was hilarious and so approachable, willing to give more tips when I was struggling miserably LOL. We loved the variety of games, including a cornhole-style scoring game (1st to 21 or 51). The bar is very nice, and they serve an excellent peach mint mule- great work, Dan. We will definitely be going back!”
Middle Eastern • $
“Best Yemeni food I have had. My friends always brag about Yemeni food in Detroit. But I feel that flavour, ingredients and food over all is at this place. I like their Haneth, flavoured rice, lamb fahsa, humus with meat. I love their fresh bread. The lamb yakhni soup. I love their Malaki and everything tastes like food from Peshawar Pakistan. My childhood memories and flavours. I think Yemeni are my brothers from another mother…”
Hot Dogs • $
“I recently ate here with my fiancé and my mom and we instantly fell in love! We had traveled here from Terre Haute, IN (4 hours away) for a symphony show and wanted a quick bite to eat beforehand. The food was amazing and SO many options!! We could have spent all day there trying them all! The ice cream was super great! However, the best part was the customer service! I unfortunately did not catch his name, but the man who was there was absolutely brilliant and made our day! He was so friendly and helpful and just seemed like an old friend! We are getting married in September with a dog themed wedding and I seriously would do anything to have Tasty Dawg cater it!! 100 out of 10 would recommend and will be back!!! 🌭”
Coffee Shops • $
“Best coffee!! Big fan of their Ube Iced coffee! They have a great flight of coffees to choose from. Amazing Service and the owner is so accommodating and nice!! Highly recommend!!!”
Indian • $$
“Literally….one of the best, and I’ve gone to many across a lot of states. Reminds me of what we ate in the early 90s in Boston. WILL be coming back when we visit next.”
Bakery • $$
“This is the second birthday cake I've received via Fate Cake and they were both amazing. delicious cake and icing along with lovely decorations. couldn't ask for more.”
Bar • $$
“Fantastic new spot in Short North. Exceptional staff, great food and great vibes for dancing all night!”
Breakfast • $
“I started working in the area about 6 months ago and I love mom and pop diners for lunch. Since I have visited Scotty's Cafe I have been eating lunch here every day (literally 5 days a week), you can't beat the atmosphere the food is amazing and the owners are definitely one of a kind. Gina and Scotty make you feel like one of the family,the staff is amazing,and you always look forward to your next visit. Definitely a 10 out of 10 every visit.”
Vegan • $
“Just had Seitan's Realm for the first time after wanting to try for years. Absolutely incredible. I had the potato salad, mozahella sticks and the Rick Reuben. I will definitely be back. Edit: Also wanted to say I'm not vegan and I loved the taste of everything.”
Bar • $$
“We are from Kentucky and were in Columbus for a concert. I’ve always wanted to try a place that has been featured on Triple D, and this was the best decision ever! High Bank exceeded all expectations! We left with a full belly and A bottle of whiskey to remember them by. Food was incredible. Service was incredible. From now on, every trip to Columbus will include a stop at High Bank Distillery!”
Mediterranean • $
“Falafel, bread and gyro on point. Meat shawarma wasn’t the best. Super nice service, the food is overall great. It’s good for a grab and go, or self service tables.”
German • $$
“Our waiter Dylan was amazing the food was spectacular! The pork schnitzel was enough to feed two. . Great prices and terrific atmosphere! We look forward to coming again”
Indian • $$
“The food was absolutely amazing! my 1st time having India food and it did not disappoint! Service was great!”
Bar • $$
“Awesome atmosphere! Service at the patio bar was exceptional. comfortable, friendly and just an all around great time.”
Steak House • $$$$
“The food was amazing and the service was top notch. The staff made our anniversary dinner the best we have had in 47 years! Thanks Joe, Eric and others...you spoiled us more than we deserved.”
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American • $$
“They fixed my issue I did have and it's always a good time at forty deuce. I appreciate them jumping on fixing my issue without hesitation it means alot to me!”
“Truly the best Indian food I have ever had. The chai alone is incredible and well worth the trip. Naan is fresh and well made. Huge variety of food and the staff is very friendly. Will be back many times!”
Mediterranean • $
“Our group of five dined here for the first time last night and we will return soon! We tried a variety of dishes including an appetizer of fried zucchini, gyro, wild caught salmon, moussaka, and steak and chicken souvlaki (kebabs). All were delicious. Our server was friendly, efficient and accommodating.”
Asian Fusion • $
“Jordane is a treasure to be had. First time there and she was our server. She was so polite and so funny as well. I will gladly be requesting her if she’s there! The food was amazing too. I just want unlimited potstickers instead of a bowl though 😂”
Bar • $$
“Awesome atmosphere! Service at the patio bar was exceptional. comfortable, friendly and just an all around great time.”
Steak House • $$$$
“The food was amazing and the service was top notch. The staff made our anniversary dinner the best we have had in 47 years! Thanks Joe, Eric and others...you spoiled us more than we deserved.”
Steak House • $$$$
“First time dining here. Wanted to take my wife somewhere special for a night away that we don't get often. We were not disappointed. Nicholas was our server and he did a wonderful job. Very informative on menu and very kind. Food was delicious! Will be back for sure.”
Tacos • $$
“My husband and I recently visited fir the first time this past weekend and it is now one of top spots! The staff was amazing, the food was delicious, 10 across the board!”
Mexican • $
“I love Mexican food I recommend eating here. My family tried the beef and chicken birra enchiladas. We all loved it, even my three cats. 😋”
Italian • $$
“Great food. Don’t miss out. Trust me, you really want to eat here. I’m a pretty harsh critic and I LOVED it. Will be back soon. If carbs didn’t make people fat, I would eat here at least once a week.”
![['plas] 21 E 5th Ave #101, Columbus](https://cdn6.localdatacdn.com/images/6196322/m_plas_photo.jpg?q=68b92ca612511)
Sports Bar • $$
“Josey was an absolute delight!! So attentive, friendly, and helpful - great recommendations and advice! Would request to be seated in her section again. Thank you so much for the attention you paid to my wife and I. You made our honeymoon very special. We couldn't have asked for a better server. :)”
Steak House • $$$$
“First time dining here. Wanted to take my wife somewhere special for a night away that we don't get often. We were not disappointed. Nicholas was our server and he did a wonderful job. Very informative on menu and very kind. Food was delicious! Will be back for sure.”
Tacos • $$
“My husband and I recently visited fir the first time this past weekend and it is now one of top spots! The staff was amazing, the food was delicious, 10 across the board!”
24 Hour Restaurants
German • $
“We traveled on I-70 and took a short detour to check out this German restaurant. The food was fabulous! We ordered the pretzels and beer cheese, Milder Mama sausage platter, Fat Daddy sandwich, and the kid’s hotdog. The atmosphere felt authentic and service was good. We reserved a table ahead using yelp. I recommend that if you go on a Saturday or at a busy time of year.”
Hot Dogs
“Absolutely delicious. We tried the 45’s, the jalapeños, and the regulars, and they all were spectacular. What’s great about really good NATURAL food is that you notice the absence of processing and junk. It tastes better in every way. You’ll notice these are not your average dogs right away. My recommendation is to order two of each, just do it, because you’ll be sad when you run out!”
Breakfast • $
“our waitress Areial is absolutely a wonderful young lady if you come by here I hope you get her as your waitress she's has the best customer service. It was the best experience I've had in my trip to Ohio . She gets 5 stars 🌟”
Breakfast • $
“I got a waffle with peanut butter chips and scrambled eggs-absolutely delicious and gone in under 10 minutes! The atmosphere was amazing and felt like an old fashioned diner, and the staff were welcoming, friendly, and very kind overall, plus you get to watch your food being made! 5 stars!”
Breakfast • $
“Understaffed, no supervision and a lack of proper training keep this potential hot spot way down. The singular cook actually cared but was not really trained and easily overwhelmed in spite of it being a slow night.
The solo waitress has similar issues and the place was needlessly cluttered from prior customers but could have been fixed in just a few minutes. Time she clearly had while we were there. In spite of this she eventually came around and made a decent effort.
I blame management based on what I observed. These two younger folks under good management and with solid, quality training could be really good at their jobs. They seem unguided and burned out. It would be nice if someone with the franchise read this and addressed it properly. With their potential, waffle house should try to keep them and develop them before they lose them.
Sad state of the times.”
Bakery
“Appt @ noon, was a little clustered when I got here, trucks in the way waiting on doors, I was on the rdp side, easy backing, friendly unloaders, didn't take very long offloading, overall a good experience.”
Health Food
“First time trying Farmer's Fridge and it was a pretty good experience. I wanted something healthier than pizza or bar food, so I gave this a shot. The sandwiches were pretty good and I liked the overnight chia seeds with granola (not the chocolate version).”
Fast Food • $
“We were standing behind a couple who were arguing with an employee about the price. The employee handled the situation very well especially considering the 'customers' were just bullying. The food was great & the service was too, as always.”
Breakfast • $
“I am an advisor at Tansky Toyota and had a surprise last week from this amazing location! They came in and gave us an abundant and delicious breakfast of pancakes, bacon, eggs and more! It was awesome to have another business supporting us and giving back! Staff were amazing and selfless! Can't wait to visit this establishment in the future. Highly recommend giving them a try!”
Italian • $$
“Great food. Don’t miss out. Trust me, you really want to eat here. I’m a pretty harsh critic and I LOVED it. Will be back soon. If carbs didn’t make people fat, I would eat here at least once a week.”
![['plas] 21 E 5th Ave #101, Columbus](https://cdn6.localdatacdn.com/images/6196322/m_plas_photo.jpg?q=68b92ca17b12b)
American • $$$
“Great Chef, Great service, great atmosphere. I eat for a living and this definitely a hidden gem. Amazing ambiance in the Cellar where we sat ...... Everything was on point.”
Chicken Shop • $$
“Customer service was good, I am a bus operator and my stop is out there so I decided to give this place a try because of the ratings! The ratings are accurate! I got the chicken and broccoli bowl and it was very good! I was looking for them the next day, but they weren’t there and I was sad!? Give this place a try they won’t disappoint! And just when I start my diet I Discover them!??♀️”
Takeout Restaurants
Fast Food • $
“I finally had a chance to check this location out. I've driven by hundreds of times and have never been able to stop. We were greeted right away as we drove around the building to find a parking spot. The service was very quickly and it was very easy to figure out where the menu was and what they had. Relatively easy to get in and out of off of Hamilton road. I would suggest going to the light and working your way back around it. Overall their location was pretty busy. Again. The staff were awesome. Very friendly. Very knowledgeable. Had some great recommendations. The food was hot, fresh and tasty. I'll definitely be checking out this location again in the future”
Coffee Shops • $
“My girls and I go here at the start of summer vacation and when school starts back every year. We love it and always look forward to it. So good!!!”
“It was firt time, to dine Nigerian restaurant, I and my family ordered fufu with casava leaves soup, and pasta with shrimp,. The fufu was delicious but the pasta wasn't good because of cooked with coconut juice and isn't good and very watery in it. I will definitely tell the restaurant for the restaurant. That's my advice. manager to hire professional chief”
Cocktail Bar • $$
“Food is good, though it is the only place I know where you have to sit at a high top or a bar stool to get discounts on appetizes during happy hour. Not everyone can sit on a high seat.”
Health Food • $
“Some say addicted, I say it’s dedication to include playa bowls in your diet at least 2 times a week. Staff, friendly and welcoming. Food, phenomenal. Atmosphere is exciting, upbeat music, and all around good vibes!”
Mediterranean • $
“stopped in today on my way home from work The owner came out and took my order he is a very nice man with a smile that will briten ur day 🙂 the food was delicious 1st time eating there but I will most definitely will be going back I got the lamb and chicken platter and was very satisfied I will be going back on Friday before I go to work to get my dinner 😋❤️”
Fast Food • $
“Ordered take out for the first time and been wanting to try this place. It did not disappoint at all! The Mack Daddy Sandwich, onion rings , and red velvet roll were all fantastic!”
Pizza • $
“Delicious NY-style pizza! Whenever I want pizza, this is my go-to. The customer service is very nice when I pick up my order. I ordered delivery once, and it was also a great customer service experience. Five stars!”
Indian • $
“We visited several times Very friendly staff Best food in the Columbus Love it 🥰”
Bakery • $
“Everything ❤️the cheesecake is better than Cheesecake Factory”
Vegan • $
“Every single time we have visited has been nothing less than wonderful. The environment is always welcoming, the servers are so friendly, the food is always perfection. We don’t get to visit often as it’s a bit of a drive, but are so grateful to have Portia’s when we have some extra time. Portia herself is quite an amazing person. I think she’s just a doll 🤗”
Macarons • $
“My husband and I stumbled upon Mjomii at the farmers market in Dublin back in 2019. We to this day, special order/make special trips just to get the macarons. We have since moved out of state and continue to get macarons here. These are hands down the best macarons I've had!”
Sports Bar • $$
“We hosted our son’s rehearsal dinner at Stone tonight and it was fantastic! The food was excellent, the service was great, and we loved the atmosphere on the patio. I highly recommend this restaurant for events!”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
Barbecue • $
“I would highly recommend this place it always has fire delicious good food whenever we come everything is so good and fresh. Also with a wonderful staff each time my family & I visit. DJ Myke & Rachel. & one other guy I don’t remember his name but has the leprechaun red beard lol everyone is so helpful & friendly. Thanks for the lovely experience!!”
Diner • $
“Tommy’s is the absolute best. I could go on and on about how much I love them, but then this post would be too long. Just know you’re missing out if you don’t try Tommy’s. 100000/10”
Pizza • $
“When are you guys going to come into this century and sign up with GrubHub or DoorDash? You'd definitely increase your profits. Driving to pick up food is old school, LOL!!”
Sandwich Shop • $
“We got the Reuben, and chef special #3 and we asked him to make some grilled cheeses for our boys. He sliced up croissants put cheese and threw turkey on it too. Our boys loved their grilled cheeses! Our sandwiches were absolutely AMAZING! Please open a Frenchi’s in Newark, Ohio 😅”
Hamburger • $
“best burgers I have ever had the pleasure of enjoying! will definitely be returning!!!”
Mediterranean • $
“best Lebanese lentil soup! I'll go out of my way to get carryout.”
Diner • $
“Food was PHENOMENAL!! I knew something was up since they had almost a 4.9 for breakfast food. SO GOOD! Best French toast I’ve ever had. Breakfast sandwich was delicious. The potatoes were crispy and AWESOME!!! I’ll be back next time I’m on that side of town!”
Sports Bar • $$
“We hosted our son’s rehearsal dinner at Stone tonight and it was fantastic! The food was excellent, the service was great, and we loved the atmosphere on the patio. I highly recommend this restaurant for events!”
American • $$
“My first time there was this past Saturday OMG! Delicious food. Excellent service. Friendly and helpful and patient staff. I will be back often.”
Italian • $$
“I get my food to go every week; the food is great; Nico is the guy who usually gets everything together. He couldn't be more efficient, helpful or friendly. His assistance is always appreciated!”
Mediterranean • $
“Absolutely amazing! If you are looking for high quality Mediterranean cuisine, fast service, and a casual yet vibrant atmosphere- this is your place. Plus they have amazing vegetarian and vegan options!”
Diner • $
“Great portions for a decent price with excellent caring servers!”
American • $$
“My first time there was this past Saturday OMG! Delicious food. Excellent service. Friendly and helpful and patient staff. I will be back often.”
Italian • $$
“I get my food to go every week; the food is great; Nico is the guy who usually gets everything together. He couldn't be more efficient, helpful or friendly. His assistance is always appreciated!”
Fine Dining
Fine Dining • $$$$
“We would like to thank the restaurant for giving us happy memories during our short trip to Ohio with top-notch taste and service. I think the steaks here are really good, especially the filet mignon and Seared Tenderloin. For appetizers, I had Pan-fried Calamari and Tuna Tartare, which were also very satisfying. Although the service is slow when there are a lot of people, they are very friendly, and everything including table spacing, interior design, and lighting was comfortable. Although the prices are not very friendly, this is a steakhouse I would definitely come back to when I visit Ohio.”
Sushi • $$$$
“Absolutely amazing. Will be back and soon. From start to finish. Everything was delicious. Presentation was beautiful. The thought and care that goes into the fish selection and cuts is clear. Had a wonderful experience. Highly highly recommend.”
Seafood • $$$$
“I reserved a table for my husband and I to celebrate our recent marriage. It was Friday night and SO busy. Even though it was packed, the staff were very attentive, friendly, and open to discussing the menu. We were very appreciative of the gluten free modifications they made for us (and a lot of it didn't even need modified). Excellent cocktails and my husband was able to watch Chef and staff prepare (in the main lounge). The Sea Bass was excellent and my husband said the Waygu steak "will haunt my dreams." We finished with Creme Brûlée, which was already gluten free. We will definitely go back again.”
French • $$$$
“Our experience was truly amazing! I shared that it was my husband‘s birthday, and the staff made it so special for him. I have a gluten allergy, but I was still able to enjoy the exquisite cuisine with a couple of substitutions. Even the GF bread was the best I’ve ever had!”
Bar • $$$$
“very elegant, stunning views, reasonable prices for the luxury you get”
Steak House • $$$$
“We were very impressed with both the food and the service. Will definitely return when we are in Columbus!”
Steak House • $$$$
“This was the best restaurant experience we have ever had! We came to celebrate our 52nd wedding anniversary, and Manager Nicole and Server Brandon pulled out all the stops to make the afternoon incredible. The food was superb, the atmosphere electric, and they and the rest of the staff were very kind and attentive to our every need. We had expected a good time and quality food, and the chef and his staff exceeded our expectations. Because I had called in the day before and spoken to Nicole, she had prepared the staff as to our reason for coming to Mitchell’s Steakhouse. They surprised us with a welcome sign on our table, and other niceties as well. Will we come back? Absolutely!”
Seafood • $$$$
“We had the delight of being served by Delaney. We enjoyed the crispy rice, chili chicken bowl, and surgery & turf sushi. She accidentally dropped a piece of silverware on my daughter's dress, but she was extremely quick with the soda water and it came right off. This was the kind of service every place should have!”
Steak House • $$$$
“We absolutely loved our time at the Top Steak House in Columbus. It has a truly charming vibe that makes for a really great dining experience. Everything from the service to the atmosphere was perfect. It's a classic that lives up to its reputation. We can't wait to go back.
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Steak House • $$$$
“Dominic was exceptional! His expression in the specialties helped us choose our dishes after a brief indecisive moment! Every recommendation exceeded expectations and left us speechless. We will make sure to ask for him the next time we patron the establishment!”
American • $$$$
“spacious rooms, nice shower, neat and clean hotel and all right in the middle of tons of shopping.”
Italian • $$$
“Our service was stellar. We were informed of the specials and given ample time to decide between courses. Evan stopped by our table with a warm greeting and ensured everything was to our liking. Stacey suggested 2 phenomenal wines that complimented our meals perfectly. We love the patio seating was superb!”
“Wow I love everything about u guys,a place to be ,come n spend ur money in a place where u will enjoy what ur paying for♥️♥️♥️”
Cheap Eats
Middle Eastern • $
“My girlfriend and I were only one of two parties in the restaurant when we arrived on Veterans Day. The male owner made us feel welcome as so as we walked inside, and he explained how the menu works to us with 100% patience. The Silav breakfast for two option made the most sense for my wallet, plus it let us sample many of the offerings on the menu all at once. Then, the other owner (the wife of the first owner) kindly explained their coffee menu to us because it hasn't been placed online yet. 5/5 food, 5/5 customer service, we will be back!”
American • $
“A very clean place, with delicious food and friendly, attentive staff. I continue to frequent this place for all the reasons mentioned above and the variety of the menu. I recommend you visit.”
Middle Eastern • $
“Very delicious food and clean restaurant and professional staff.”
Sandwich Shop • $
“the sandwiches have flavor. l always want to return!!!! yummy 😋”
Pakistani • $
“the food was great. and the price isn't bad at all. they completed the order last minute while packing up before the storm hits today in a timely manner ✨️ friendly service”
Brewery • $
“This is such an awesome brewery! Everyone is so warm and welcoming, and the environment makes you feel right at home. “Come as strangers, leave as friends” is what one of the employees told me, and I truly feel like they treat their customers like an old friend. German style beers are fantastic, my personal favorites being the Goldtop and Wiener. My family and I just love coming here, and always recommend it to anyone in search of a great Columbus brewery!”
Chinese • $
“Went for lunch. It was great. Had chicken with noodles and pork with rice noodles. Both were delicious. excellent from the food to the great service and friendly personnel. Will be back for sure.”
Juice • $
“Nutrition Road is awesome! I’m a frequent customer. The shakes are on point and the teas are really good too! Oh and don’t forget the exceptional service they offer with a smile! The protein donuts are additive, eat in moderation ?”
Brazilian • $
“What a unique experience! As soon as I walked in the door I felt like the restaurant transported me to another place! The language is definitely Portuguese here but they do speak English as well although I am Puerto Rican so my Spanish could fend for itself there. I came alone and was sitted within like 10 minutes and then I forgot to put a coat down and someone took my table. After I got out of the line the servers helped me find a new table and offered different sauces to try with my meal. Everything was great but my favorite was the picanha! My only tip when you go here is to be confident speak up, it’s a busy restaurant but everyone seems willing to help. Great first time experience.”
Vegetarian • $
“As regular customers, we can confidently say that Jenny and her staff treat us like family! Every weekend, our whole family eagerly looks forward to dining at Jenny's Diner. The food is consistently delicious and packed with flavor, making each visit a delightful experience!”
Ramen • $
“I have eaten here a couple of times and tried something different each time. Everything is GOOD! Best ramen in town!”
Chinese • $
“Can't bear the price.,3 large size peices of fish and fries for $11.00. Excellent customer service which is very rare now a days”
Health Food • $
“This is one of the better smoothie shops in the city. You can’t beat the location either. With a couple swaps, almost anything on the menu can be made vegan. I like replacing whey protein with plant protein (they have a couple flavors). Some of the granola is not vegan. Be careful there.”
Chinese • $$
“Big place for vegan diet followers. Nice vegetarians food although place looks to old. But old is always gold.
Vegetarian options: There were many options you will find better in menu.”
Fine Dining • $$$$
“We would like to thank the restaurant for giving us happy memories during our short trip to Ohio with top-notch taste and service. I think the steaks here are really good, especially the filet mignon and Seared Tenderloin. For appetizers, I had Pan-fried Calamari and Tuna Tartare, which were also very satisfying. Although the service is slow when there are a lot of people, they are very friendly, and everything including table spacing, interior design, and lighting was comfortable. Although the prices are not very friendly, this is a steakhouse I would definitely come back to when I visit Ohio.”
American • $$
“Stopped in for happy hour-ordered the KFC bites, fried green tomatoes, and deviled eggs. All 3 were fantastic! The entrees were delicious and the cocktails were incredible! Service was also top tier!”
Sports Bar • $$
“Had a great experience at Parlay! The entire staff was friendly and attentive, but Angie and Meghan truly stood out; they were amazing. Professional, personable, and made the whole visit even better. Definitely looking forward to coming back!”
Brunch • $$
“Enjoyed a delicious brunch on our first visit. Lengthy menu made it difficult to choose but all four selections were a hit. Cheerful, friendly, efficient service and a welcoming atmosphere. We will be back!”
Cafe • $$
“The Food is soooo good at Habibi Grill! We frequent them regularly and love the excellent Lebanese food. They always exceed expectations and the food never disappoints. Delicious!”
American • $$$
“my name is Tony Bussa and I thought the atmosphere was amazing. staff extremely help full. the food was more than good it was exceptional. this place is 5 star.”
Steak House • $$$
“This evening my husband and I met my cousins at The Tavern for dinner. Once again another outstanding meal and outstanding server. I so wish I could remember her name but she was so wonderful and very attentive to say the least. The general manager, Rachel as well is an absolutely amazing person. You can tell she genuinely cares for her customers and staff. We highly recommend you visit The Avenue in Grandview!”
Venezuelan • $$
“It was my first time trying arepas, and I found them delicious. The place was quiet with good music playing in the background. The service was outstanding (Camila). I highly recommend this place if you stop in Columbus, Ohio.”
Sushi • $$$$
“Absolutely amazing. Will be back and soon. From start to finish. Everything was delicious. Presentation was beautiful. The thought and care that goes into the fish selection and cuts is clear. Had a wonderful experience. Highly highly recommend.”
Italian • $$
“A wonderful date night experience with attentive service, large portions and delicious food.”
Sushi Bar • $$
“HIGHLY RECOMMEND! The food at Domo is excellent! Sushi is fresh and tasty, menu is creative, and the atmosphere is fun! We recently celebrated there with a big group, and everyone raved about the food and had such a great time. Staff was attentive and friendly too! So happy we chose Domo!”
Tacos • $$
“There was amazing service, it was fast and the waiter was amazing. They were pretty busy when we got here but got seated right away as well as our food was fast and tasted amazing. Definitely a favorite and will come agin”
Bar & Grill • $$
“Excellent Food, Top Notch Staff... Wonderful place for our Holiday Party... THANK YOU!! 🎄🖖🏻❤️🤍💙☃️❄️🌎🇺🇲”
Italian • $$
“Fine Italian dining, with an excellent, reasonably priced menu and gracious owners, Rick and Jackie. They have been a consistently high quality venue in Grandview Heights for 22 years!”
Spanish • $$$
“I can only recommend this restaurant the food is amazing and the staff is so friendly.”
Italian • $$$
“The atmosphere was fantastic! The staff was absolutely wonderful! The food was beyond fantastic!!! Highly, highly, highly recommend!!!”
Diner • $$
“I am a frequent visitor to this location for Cap City fine diner. All the employees are wonderful and super friendly. The food always comes out perfectly and if there’s ever an issue, they take care of it immediately. This dining spot has such a great variety and I need to give a shout out to a particular server. Matt is a sheer delight! Super respectful and knowledgeable about the menu.”
Vegetarian • $$
“simply the best plant based restaurant in the country and probably the world. This is the spot my wife and I go for all of our special occasions even though we live in Indianapolis.”
Brewery • $$
“Awesome place to visit. Beer is great, staff is knowledgeable and friendly. Local art on the walls and a food truck in the parking lot. I’ve had great experiences every time I’ve been.”
Cafe • $$
“Friendly and Helpful Staff. Fresh and Delicious food. Coffee was amazing. Definitely worth coming back to explore the menu more.”
Seafood • $$$$
“I reserved a table for my husband and I to celebrate our recent marriage. It was Friday night and SO busy. Even though it was packed, the staff were very attentive, friendly, and open to discussing the menu. We were very appreciative of the gluten free modifications they made for us (and a lot of it didn't even need modified). Excellent cocktails and my husband was able to watch Chef and staff prepare (in the main lounge). The Sea Bass was excellent and my husband said the Waygu steak "will haunt my dreams." We finished with Creme Brûlée, which was already gluten free. We will definitely go back again.”
Tacos • $$
“Coco’s food and staff are all fantastic . We have been enjoying the experience s”almost weekly since they opened. Highly recommend”
Pizza • $$
“Romeo’s is delicious pizza and very kind! They donated pizza to our pop up shop event while we have away prom dresses this past weekend. We couldn’t ask for a better community partner!”
Steak House • $$
“Ordered the medallion meal. The meat was all fat and gristle.”
Chicken Shop • $$
“Amazing experience every time we visit with wonderful pairings of food and beverages!”
Mexican • $$
“Best chips and salsa around and the food is always delicious. Friendly and efficient staff. Our go to place at least once a week.”
American • $$
“The house salad dressing is one of the most delicious things I’ve ever had. I reeaallyy need the recipe for it. I live in TX and likely won’t wind up in Columbus again so… just think about it lol. The coconut shrimp were so good and our service was really great.”
American • $$$
“We had a fantastic evening at the Guild House. My wife and I celebrated our 30th wedding anniversary there. The Guild House staff went above and beyond to help us celebrate our special occasion. From the personalized note to the complimentary celebratory drink, we couldn't have asked for a better evening!”
Tacos • $$
“Loved the tacos! They weren’t messy and very tasty. Great cocktails and draft beer selection. Definitely coming back soon”
Chinese • $$
“I've been coming here for years and it's remained one of my favorite restaurants. The crab rangoons are the best I've ever had. The cashew chicken is also amazing. The staff is always super friendly and nice, service is always quick and efficient, food is great, atmosphere and decor is lovely. I can't recommend this place enough. It's super casual but also feels upscale while being affordable.”
Chinese • $$
“If you do not give this place a try you have missed something special.”
Pizza • $$
“Not sure how this doesn't have five stars across the board. We drove from almost ten hours away and after scouring places to eat we decided to stop here. The crust is crisp, not soggy or tough with good flavor and thickness. You can't go wrong with fresh ingredients like the mozzarella and mushrooms (fresh not canned, wowee!) either. We also tried Gina's Gem and between the beautiful focaccia and the dip being creamy while also sweet with a small back burn to it, you really can't go wrong. The bar is a great place to sit, no spoilers, but the walls and shelves are filled with awesome and hilarious things that make good conversation. It's a shame this wonderful place is so far from home but we're hoping to make it a yearly tradition. Thanks for the great food, staff, and atmosphere!”
Indian • $$
“My friends and I (party of five) dined last night as a part of Restaurant Week. None of us had ever visited before. The decor was nice and the atmosphere was comforting. I could smell the food as soon as we were seated. Our wait person was very nice and attentive. We all liked Indian food and I was very pleasantly surprised. The food was delicious, and plentiful. I bought home leftovers, enough for another entire meal. Will return to try the lunch Buffett. 10 out of 10, highly recommend.”
Asian Fusion • $$
“Delicious food and super friendly staff. A great addition to Polaris!”
Indian • $$$
“There is a lot of average Indian food out there but Rooh is on another level. It is one that we have only experience at restaurants like Deshoom in London. The hostess was so wonderful her personality is the best way to walk into a restaurant. The wait staff was perfection and unlike so many restaurants nowadays the pacing of the 3 course meal for restaurant week was perfection. Each course more tasty and beautifully prepared than the next. We don’t come to Columbus often but I would consider coming back just to eat here, and we will for sure be back next time we are in town. I just wish we would have Indian food this good anywhere near where we live. This place is a gem.”
Cocktail Bar • $$
“Very chill lucky place which was exactly what we were looking for to start our evening out even though they don't technically sell flights of bourbon they accompated our desire to taste many different ones and the pricing was fantastic”
Italian • $$$
“Our dinner was delicious, from the Sans Proof cocktail to dessert “on the house” for our 52nd anniversary! Our server was excellent, very attentive and helpful with menu suggestions. It is one of our favorites in the Columbus area and was such a treat as we live in FL now. Highly recommend!”
Brewpubs • $$
“They have great beer, great wine and a great atmosphere.”
New American • $$
“After reading all the amazing reviews, we were set to be blown away at Forno. Overall, we found the food to be ok. Nothing particularly stood out as great. Nice atmosphere, dependable service. Good for a typical lunch or dinner, misses the mark for a special occasion.”
American • $$
“The pearl has some of the best cocktails in columbus, not diluted, strong and still very flavorful. Food is also very good, love the dates wrapped with bacon and the wings are also excellent.”
Brewery • $$
“First Time It didn't disappoint we definitely will be back . I found out about the place on Instagram the pictures were on point and the Drinks as well as the food was outstanding .”
Cocktail Bar • $$
“I ordered a gift card as a birthday present and there was a mix up (my end) in which they went over and above to correct for me. We don't live in Columbus but I can certainly see why my kids LOVE LawBird and their staff. We'll certainly make it a point to stop in on our next visit down.”
Steak House • $$
“I’ve been to several LongHorn locations across the country, but this one truly stands out as the best. From the moment we walked in, the service was exceptional—friendly, attentive, and absolutely 10/10. The steak was perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection, easily the best I’ve ever had at LongHorn. The fire-grilled corn was also incredible—packed with flavor and the perfect side.
I brought my wife here for our anniversary, and the entire experience made the evening unforgettable. We enjoyed it so much that I’ve decided this will be our annual anniversary tradition. I can’t recommend this location enough—it’s the gold standard for what a great dining experience should be.”
Steak House • $$
“Always a good time and good food with a laid back atmosphere”
Italian • $$$
“Very very good service, excellent 3 course meal and appreciated the description of all menu offerings. Highly recommend, delicious limoncello spritzer and dessert. We will be going back soon as menu changes monthly. 5 Star 🍋🍋🍋🍋🍋”
French • $$$$
“Our experience was truly amazing! I shared that it was my husband‘s birthday, and the staff made it so special for him. I have a gluten allergy, but I was still able to enjoy the exquisite cuisine with a couple of substitutions. Even the GF bread was the best I’ve ever had!”
New American • $$
“If there’s a better restaurant in Columbus, I’m not aware of it. Highly recommend, never disappoints!”
Brazilian • $$$
“Incredible meat selection and all cooked to perfection low and slow. Juicy and tender, decadent hot sides and really makes you feel like you're in Brazil. Don't sleep on Rodizio, the vibe is a 10. I was talking about how I wanted to go back the very next day 🤑😆”
Asian Fusion • $$
“We enjoyed BD’s for Mother’s Day and wow! The service is AMAZING! Be sure to ask for Princess if you go! She made our experience there so wonderful, she has ruined us for going anywhere else! She was so pleasant, helpful, kept our drinks filled and made sure we had all we needed, even when we ordered a couple of bowls to go for our husbands. Thank you so much and please let her know how much we appreciated her today!”
Japanese • $$
“They were amazing. Food was excellent. I had the best time and can’t wait to go back”
American • $$
“Rossi Kitchen is a great place to dine on the Short North. Our party of three sat at a high-top and received excellent service. We shared calamari with an excellent pesto aioli. Caesar salads were crispy and briny. Our entrees included the ragu, lamb lollipops and salmon over a mixed green salad. All were nicely prepared and tasty. A good time was had by all.”
Steak House • $$
“We ate here on my husbands birthday. It was around 2pm. Excellent service. Although the hosting staff was not around to seat us, we walked to the back and the manager or possibly the chef, took care of it. I truly wish I would have asked his name. Kudos to you sir! He was very professional and probably the best customer service experience I have ever had in a long time. Our server, Lenayah, was amazing. Many thanks to Lenayah and the manager/chef for making our dining experience excellent. We will be back!”
Ramen • $$
“Shrimp & Pork Shumai $6 Spicy soy dipping sauce Shumai is a type of traditional Chinese dumpling. In Cantonese cuisine, it is usually served as a dim sum snack. In addition to accompanying the Chinese diaspora, a variation of shao mai also appears in Japan as and various southeast Asian countries Fried Rice w/ Shrimp $16 Carrots, corn, peas, edamame, basted egg Donburi is a Japanese "rice-bowl dish" consisting of fish, meat, vegetables or other ingredients simmered together and served over rice. Donburi meals are usually served in oversized rice bowls which are also called donburi. Tonkotsu $17 Rich pork bone with broccolini, shoyu egg, beni shoga, pork chashu, nori and local mushrooms, black garlic oil What is Chashu? Japanese have adapted the famous Chinese barbecued pork called Char Siu (叉燒) as chāshū (チャーシュー). Unlike the Chinese version which requires roasting over high heat, we prepare the meat by rolling it into a log and then braising it over low heat in a sauce seasoned with soy sauce, sake, and sugar.”
Japanese • $$
“The sushi is amazing! We order plenty of sushi and other dishes. The fish is so fresh! High quality sushi!”
Chinese • $$
“Lauren was the goattt!!! She was the best server. She even finished my leftovers for me after I felt bad for leaving so much on the plate. Thank you so much 😊”
Latest Reviews
Cafe • $
“An older Gentleman Mr. Curtis made our experience very pleasant after a rough start to the visit. My children really enjoyed his attentiveness and attitude. We will be back to dine here. Thanks Sir”
Indian • $
“Very creative chef offering unique options. Excellent quality of food Great digit and very mild spice. A definite gem In Indian cuisine”
Restaurant • $
“They are located at 690 e long and is no longer a food truck. Outside seating and lunch to evening hours.”
Mexican • $$
“Best chips and salsa around and the food is always delicious. Friendly and efficient staff. Our go to place at least once a week.”
Pizza • $
“When are you guys going to come into this century and sign up with GrubHub or DoorDash? You'd definitely increase your profits. Driving to pick up food is old school, LOL!!”
Italian • $$
“We went there today { 2/14 ) As always great service. I have a fatal Dairy Allergy. So I always order Cherfs choice. I had the red Snapper. THE BEST FISH I HAVE EVER HAD. I even ate the skin ( which I never do ) Atmosphere as always was great even on a busy night!!!!!. Don't think about it, JUST GO”
Chicken • $
“The big box $6.00 deal cann’t be beat. Two pieces of chicken, two sides and a biscuit included. Everything was perfect. I would recommend dining in as it is a little messy. The staff was friendly, the food was prepared quickly, Five stars!”
Restaurant • $$
“If you do not give this place a try you have missed something special.”
Food Trucks
“We catered El Rinconcito for my baby shower over this past weekend and it was a MUST for the number of guests we had & it did not disappoint! The food was AMAZING and so was Sandra's hospitality! They came out to set everything up and provided materials to keep the food warm. I am honestly so glad we went with El Rinconcito & I would recommend them to anyone & everyone!”
American • $
“FOOD WAS HOT! THE FRIED ORANGE ROUGHY WAS PERFECT ALONG WITH THE SEASONING. 1000000000 WILL COME BACK. DEFINITELY WORTH THE DRIVE”
Soul Food • $
“The shrimp and grits are the bomb, prices are reasonable, a big variety of choices in food. So far two thumbs up. I will try the sampler plate next time..4 items for 12$ sounds like a great deal to me!!!”
Restaurant • $$$
“The server Nate was great for plesant service and timely on respond to service. The food was great and just as he Charleston, Sout Carolina. We celebrated Elaine in fine dining. The Vallet parking was nice for parking my F450. Try she crab soup and oyster on half shell. The Columbus Ohio restaurant is beautiful atmosphere”
Coffee Shops • $
“It's so wonderful to finally have a non-starbucks coffee joint in my neighborhood. Service is wonderful and Deaf friendly - one of the staff knew a little bit of the manual alphabet. I love the fact there are soft chairs and a soft couch to sit on. With fibromyalgia,it's important I sit on soft furniture. Plenty of tables with chairs to sit to read, type on a laptop, have meetings, etc. The iced latte was delicious - I wished there were more gluten-free baked goods/meals. Plenty of natural light from large windows. FREE parking across the street.”
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German • $
“We traveled on I-70 and took a short detour to check out this German restaurant. The food was fabulous! We ordered the pretzels and beer cheese, Milder Mama sausage platter, Fat Daddy sandwich, and the kid’s hotdog. The atmosphere felt authentic and service was good. We reserved a table ahead using yelp. I recommend that if you go on a Saturday or at a busy time of year.”
Bar • $$
“I can't say enough about our incredible experience tonight at Kona Grill. I just got diagnosed with cancer, had my first chemo last Friday and finally felt well enough to get out. I've loved Kona since the first time I came in 2003 yall. So for me it's one of my favorites. Jacquelyn and Juan could not have made my first outing post chemo/newly bald more memorable. This before they knew I had just experienced a very challenging week. That aside the food was phenomenal, I had the macadamia nut chicken and holy Hannah the dessert! Made in house and absolutely incredible. I simply can't say enough. The environment, the service, the food. Worth every moment.”
Japanese • $$
“Manager 5 stars, personality, professional and really took care of us, hope you tried the tofu!! We had the power lunch everything was good the tofu was delicious with the spicy teriyaki! The fried rice was so so! But. The manager made up for it 10 fold. I tell you he was made to be a manager. Way to go.. very very nice, made my whole day!!!”
American • $$
“My son has allergies to dairy, soy, and almond and sensitive to white potatoes! It’s so hard to eat out! We are out of town and decided to try this as we ate at the one in Cincinnati before he had allergies! The manager came out. The chef told him what they could do and the waitress was made aware and did an allergy ticket for his meal! The best service and we felt the allergy was taken serious! Would highly recommend!”
Italian • $$
“Tyler served our large group of 14 ladies tonight extremely well! He was polite, kind, and very thorough. He did an amazing job and I would highly recommend Buca, its food, and Tyler to serve you!”
Italian • $$
“Everything we had was AMAZING!!! You gotta try it for yourself.”
Sushi • $$
“It was my first time visiting a revolving sushi bar, and the food was amazing with great service and a great atmosphere. They offer a wide variety of 2pc sushi plates for $3.60 each, and the miso soup was great too. I look forward to visiting again to try out the ramen noodles and other stuff listed on the menu.”
Italian • $$
“We so enjoy Marcella's, it's become a tradition for us. We love their Beef Carpacio and their focused menu. There are plenty of more exciting Italian exotic restaurants but Marcella's always delivers what we have come to accept as delicious well executed comfort food. Over the last 5 years, I have no doubt there have been many different servers and greeters however the quality of service is unwaveringly wonderful. Go today, then go again tomorrow.”
Middle Eastern • $
“Best Yemeni food I have had. My friends always brag about Yemeni food in Detroit. But I feel that flavour, ingredients and food over all is at this place. I like their Haneth, flavoured rice, lamb fahsa, humus with meat. I love their fresh bread. The lamb yakhni soup. I love their Malaki and everything tastes like food from Peshawar Pakistan. My childhood memories and flavours. I think Yemeni are my brothers from another mother…”
Tacos • $
“I recommend Condado tacos here at Easton. I also recommend our waitress Erin B. She is amazing, friendly and quick!!”
“Dueling Axes made for an awesome double date night! It was our first time throwing axes and knives but John gave us a great intro and coached us girls through it! He was hilarious and so approachable, willing to give more tips when I was struggling miserably LOL. We loved the variety of games, including a cornhole-style scoring game (1st to 21 or 51). The bar is very nice, and they serve an excellent peach mint mule- great work, Dan. We will definitely be going back!”