El Camino Inn

238 S 4th St, Columbus
(614) 745-0033

Recent Reviews

Anne Reilly

We made a quick stop here on a Thursday evening before a concert at the statehouse and loved it. It wasn't at all busy at this time, and it was just short walk to the statehouse from here. Had a great margarita and the Trio of chips with salsa/guac/queso. Everything was fast and fresh. Love the thrift shop decor! We will definitely be back to try more of the food.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Kyle Benson

So happy their open again, cool atmosphere and good affordable food. We went in and our server let us know happy hour was basically ending but got all our stuff in on time and was super nice. It was slammed and she was manning pretty much every table but was still super accommodating. Will make this a regular stop

Christine Stahleker

Charming atmosphere. Perfect margarita. I had half of a huge chorizo burrito. I’ll be back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Mon Burritos

Daniel

The people are friendly and care. The drinks were to par. The food is overall odd and was unexpected. The environment is crowded and loud. Likely will not return.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 5

Kristen Basore

The perfect place to grab a margarita, tacos, and good vibes! We hosted a small get together around 9 pm and had the best time.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Queso

Jaime Cortez

Unfortunately I couldn't try any drinks last night. I am taking medication. However, I was in the mood for "mexican" food. I ordered guacamole with chips and a "steak" quesadilla. The guacamole was fresh and tasty. However, the quesadilla was not good in my opinion. The "steak" did not taste, look, nor smell as such. The meat given to me tasted greasy, and it was flavourless.I would come back once U can have some drinks and give it another try.

Eric Deibel

I'm so glad it's back in business. Pre covid was my favorite little chill spot in Columbus. Unfortunately they no longer serve the 32 Oz Sol cervezas.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Burritos

Alexandra Kauser

Such a fun spot for drinks and tacos! The vibes are lovely and the service was friendly and fast. Not a lot of vegetarian options on the menu, but they were happy to modify the tacos for us! :)Vegetarian options: Items can be modified to be vegetarian upon requestParking: Metered parking

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Salsa

Anna Defendiefer

Such a gem of a place. The interior is unlike any I've ever seen in Columbus or elsewhere. It's thoughtfully decorated from corner to corner, with really special touches that must have taken some serious curation. It's a warm retro vibe without feeling like a caricature or replica. Despite how packed it was, the service was so friendly and the drinks were delicious. They even have some seriously great vintage for sale in the back. I can't think of another place that can flawlessly pull off tacos + vintage within a few hundred square feet.This place, Little Palace, and Club 185 are three of my favorite places in this city for being affordable and laid-back without compromising service and quality. It's no coincidence they're all sister restaurants.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

heresthedealboys

Went in for drinks, drinks were better than I thought they'd be. Not a big mixed drink fan, but I did not regret the margarita nor the Paloma. Both were great. The atmosphere was nice, the decorations were very mid-century, and it was very well put together. The seating is different, it's like sitting in a different part of your aunt and uncle's house, but in a good way. The bamboo tiki bar or the redwood deck furniture, which is where I'm sitting next time. Or you can sit at the bar which was very well laid out with a very large fish hanging over it. I had a great time and I will be going back. As far as price, the drinks were well made and not that expensive. The ingredients list was extensive, had some really nice tequila listed.Actually have a cigarette machine beside the bar, hadn't seen one of those in 25 years, it doesn't work, which kind of sucked. But I get it nobody wants to smoke anymore. A patio on the back would be nice someplace where you could sit and maybe smoke a cigarette that you got out of the machine, who knows or a cigar. They have that whole Madman Don Draper thing going on with the mid-century modern furniture.Again it was nice, kind of like stepping back into the 60s and '70s hanging out at your aunt and uncle's house, the fun ones.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Happy Hour Chips and Salsa

Jennifer Gildow

Came here for the first Saturday after they reopened since closing in 2020 and it was a great experience. While the outside doesn't have much curb appeal, the inside is tastefully decorated and intimate. The food and drinks were both very good. My friend got a torta and I got the tacos. I do wish they had queso as an option for a dip, but the salsa was good. I also didn't love that you had to pay for a refill of chips but if it keeps the price of the dips down then I'm all for it.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Taco Especial

Jess Audey

So so so glad this place is back open!! Food was delicious, staff is awesome, music is amazing! Welcome back!!

Elizabeth A.

This is my favorite spot in Columbus. Very cool hole in the wall bar with Mexican food. Highly recommend the house marg and you can't go wrong with any item on the menu. Parking is scarce, but it is downtown (I'm not sure if they have designated spots anywhere). The staff are all super friendly. Good vibes all around.

Robert Stockham

We came in late Saturday afternoon. Two delicious cocktails. I loved my mescal/margherita drink. Super crunchy chips, great taco. Tried the hotdog just for the novelty. If you want fruity heat, don't forget to order the habenero hot sauce. Bartender was great!

Kristina Johnson

Just ok. Definitely not a first choice for a vegetarian. Ordered the burrito with beans. The lettuce took up a majority of this item. Salsa and queso did not taste housemade and were vey bland. Chips were not warm. Also, did not help two other tables complained about their food while we were dining. Unfortunately, we wont be back.

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