Comfort Food Restaurants near Upper Arlington, OH

Rusty Bucket Restaurant and Tavern American • $
1635 W Lane Ave, Upper Arlington

Customers` Favorites

Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Blackened Salmon Salad
Double Nickel Salad
French Onion Soup
Baja Fish Tacos
Chicken Fingers
Fish 'N Chips
French Fries
Caesar Salad
Chicken Parm

“This is on our regular rotation. But it seemed to be extra good this time. I had the barbecue chopped salad and my wife had the fish sandwich. We also had a bowl of clam chowder. Frankly, the last couple of experiences at Cap City have been subpar for one reason or another, but this one at Rusty was really good. Also two red sangrias that were tasty. Server did a really nice job too. The folks at Cap could learn from him. ;)“

4 Good101 Reviews
Asterisk Supper Club Cocktail Bar • $$
14 N State St, Westerville - 11.44 miles

Customers` Favorites

Afternoon Tea for One Sandwich Selection
Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup
Grass Fed Meatloaf Sandwich
Fried Chicken and Waffle
Deviled Egg Du Jour
Asterisk Burger
Chicken Pot Pie
Shrimp and Grits
Chocolate Cake
Mushroom Toast

“I was looking for a good place to try afternoon tea and stumbled upon this restaurant. Asterisk has a very nice ambiance, with a dark academia look using books as menus and different pattern tea ware. You do not need a reservation to come here because there is a large shared table in the middle, but it is recommended for a smaller private table. The seats at the large table are very close together and personally do not want to be bumping elbows while I eat. The afternoon tea service was a joy. You can pick as many teas as you like and choose from a variety of finger sandwiches. The service is very good and the servers will explain anything on their menu that you need. The dinner menu has very nice options, but I was not entirely impressed with the flavor. I mainly come here for the atmosphere, but the food isn't terrible, just not amazing. I still recommend this place for an intimate meal or a joyful tea time.Vegetarian options: There are some vegetarian options.Parking: There are parking lots a couple blocks away or street parking if available.Kid-friendliness: It is more of an adult atmosphere.“

4.6 Superb96 Reviews
City Barbeque Barbecue • $
7320 OH-161, Plain City - 10.38 miles

Customers` Favorites

Nashville Hot Chicken Tenders
Beef Brisket Sandwich Pack
Baked Beans with Brisket
Individual Dipping Sauce
Smoked Chicken Sandwich
Kids Lolo's Pulled Pork
Rib Bone Tuesday
Fresh-Cut Fries
Pick Two Meats
Banana Pudding

“I’ve always enjoyed my experience at City BBQ. Their sandwiches are always top notch, and the cheese fries today were a great addition. I came in right before dinner rush, but I had very little wait time and the food was hot. With the prices and atmosphere, this is my favorite BBQ in the Dublin area.“

4.4 Superb138 Reviews
Cap City Fine Diner and Bar Diner • $$
6644 Riverside Dr, Dublin - 7.9 miles

Customers` Favorites

Seriously Big Chocolate Cake
Blue Cheese Potato Chips
Pecan Crusted Pork Chops
Romano Crusted Chicken
Cap City Diner Meatloaf
Carrot Cake Slice
Grilled Cheese
Meatloaf Dinner
Club Sandwich
Salad

“Impressed with the interaction of the chef with a guest of mine who had religious dietary concerns about a menu item.He was most patient and answered the questions with understanding.The order also came close to closing.A very good example of customer-focused service.“

4.2 Good552 Reviews
Pierogi Mountain Polish • $
105 N Grant Ave, Columbus - 4.23 miles

Customers` Favorites

Vegan Mushroom Stroganoff
Potato Cheddar Pierogi
Apple Cider Pot Roast
3 Sauerkraut Balls V
Cider Pot Roast Togo
Variety of Pierogies
Cauliflower Bites
Hungarian Poutine
2 Potato Latkes V
Lemon Cake Vegan

“A restaurant devoted to great people and great pierogi's. It is seat yourself and when I went all the tables were full up but a table was leaving at the right time so we could snag a spot. Everything my group ordered was 10/10Vegetarian options: Most the pierogi's are vegetarian and they have a good amount of vegan cheese options“

4.4 Superb120 Reviews
Rusty Bucket Restaurant and Tavern American • $
6726 Perimeter Loop Rd, Dublin - 9.02 miles

Customers` Favorites

Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Double Nickel Salad
Philly Cheesesteak
Spinach Con Queso
Sweet Potato Fries
Chicken Parmesan
Mashed Potatoes
Fish ’N Chips
Burger Blues
Hamburger

“Rusty Bucket is our go to restaurant. I appreciate that they have reservations when so many other places do not. The atmosphere is fun, the menu has a good variety, and they have good kids meal with a bookmark deal. My daughter's school just completed a read a thon so she was able to easily redeem her free kids meal this time. I always get a brown bag beer and it's fun to see what is inside; even the servers like to find out with me. We never have to wait too long for our food and the servers have been consistently good. The food is good and there is something for everyone. Oh, and I recommend getting the fried pickles but sliced not speared which they will do if you ask.“

4.3 Superb124 Reviews
Ridiculous Eatz Black Owned Comfort Food • $$
1940 W Henderson Rd, Columbus - 4.31 miles

Customers` Favorites

Breaded Jumbo Chicken Tenders & Waffles
Chicken Tenders and and Fries
Chicken Tenders and Waffles
Chicken and Shrimp Gumbo
Blackened Grilled Shrimp
Side of Mac and Cheese
Red Beans and Rice
Sweet Corn Bread
Shrimp and Grits
Philly Steak Wrap

“This place is just fantastic! We have eaten here three times and the food is terrific, the burgers are always perfect and the fries are the best I've had in a very long time. The greens are what sent me over the edge, absolutely delicious, I could eat them every day. I have not tried carryout yet although we plan to, we actually ended up here after a concert. We had reservations at a fancy place before the show and were severely disappointed and afterwards we were starving so we stopped in and were so happy we did. We plan to try everything on the menu, it is that good!“

4.4 Superb81 Reviews
Yats Grandview Cajun/Creole • $
1386 Grandview Ave, Columbus - 1.12 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chili Cheese Etouffee with Crawfish
Chili Cheese Etout Fee We Eraurish
Spinach & Mushroom Etouffee
Classic Plain Beignets
French Bread Toasted
Drunken Chicken DF
Crawfish Etouffee
Peanut Butter Pie
Red Beans
Sausage

“Raised in Louisiana, moved to California, went to Columbus on vacation. What a surprise to find some of the most authentic Cajun food since Louisiana. Nothing fancy for sure, but definitely reminds me of a good home-cooked dinner in Louisiana. Got a chance to talk to the owner of this location, and just in southern hospitality fashion got to know a little backstory about him and his family and the restaurant. Was kind of a nice treat. Hopefully, next time I get a chance to visit, they’ll have some shrimp and grits, and then I would surely pack up and move to Ohio!“

4.4 Superb63 Reviews
Barroluco Argentine Comfort food Comfort Food • $
47 N Pearl St, Columbus - 3.94 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chocolate Sweet Plantains
50 Empanada Side Combo
Barroluco Sandwich
Vegetable Paella
Sample Platter
Simple Paella
Sampler Plate
Carne Asada
Paella Rice
Full Paella

“Out of every restaurant I've went to this place had the best ribs! The rice & beans were yummy too. The price was great, & the service was polite. Everything came out fast and hot. Overall 5 star experience a must try if your in the “

4.5 Superb50 Reviews
Maple Street Biscuit Company Comfort Food •
7105 N High St, Worthington - 8.08 miles

Customers` Favorites

Sausage Egg and Cheese Biscuit
Biscuits and Gravy
Chicken and Waffles
The Squawking Goat
The Five and Dime
Chicken Biscuit
Cinnamon Roll
Smash Browns
Extreme B

“Stopped for the first time today. Service was excellent. Manager (I'm assuming) explained menu items to us and made recommendations. My husband had the Five & Dime, as recommended, and said it was fantastic. I had the grits bowl. I love grits, and these were the best I've had in a eatery. Relaxed atmosphere. Highly recommend!Kid-friendliness: Laid back atmosphere, nice kids menu. Would be good for kids.“

4.3 Superb82 Reviews
Rusty Bucket Restaurant and Tavern American • $$
2158 E Main St, Columbus - 6.89 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Finger Basket
French Onion Soup
Deep-Fried Pickles
Brussels Sprouts
Blackened Salmon
Baja Fish Tacos
Beef Stroganoff
Chicken Parmesan
Fish and Chips
Buffalo Chicken

“The 1 and only complaint I have is if you're seated in a booth. There's so much traffic so close to your table, other than that server was awesome, food was fresh and delicious. Manager kept checking up on us. We will definitely be back.“

4.2 Good115 Reviews
Rusty Bucket Restaurant and Tavern American • $$
4109 N High St, Columbus - 4.17 miles

Customers` Favorites

Sticky Bun Bread Pudding
Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Blackened Salmon Salad
Double Nickel Salad
Rusty Bucket Burger
Deep-Fried Pickles
Rusty Bucket Wings
Sweet Potato Fries
French Onion Soup
Chicken Parmesan

“3/26/24... Here for lunch I had the Beef Stroganoff nice large serving for the price. My husband had their Club sandwich and french fries. Taylor is our server, very friendly and he was prompt on the ball for refills etc.... Great food and really great service today, thanks Taylor ☺️?!!! The only negative especially because of their prices. Is their to go container's they are a box with a flap to close it ?3/1/23 Happy hour with my hubby!! We're having wings and a double quesadilla. Allison is our server today GREAT JOB ?10/17/22... Back for lunch with our 2 oldest granddaughter's. They're outta school today, they attend Olentangy Berlin High School. We all enjoyed our food ? Great service! Quite a bit more money these days ?6/13/22.... We came back today. Enjoyed our lunch with our 3 granddaughters! Good service and the food was on spot for all of us. Always a good time and good food ☺️ Thank you Rusty Bucket!!Back for happy hour buffalo wings, 1st time trying their buffalo cauliflower and we're going to try their Sicilian pizza for the 1st time too! Kaitlyn is our server very prompt we were seated immediately. Ice tea, water and appetizers were very, very good ? Kaitlyn was super when it came to checking on us refills etc... Excellent service from beginning to the end ☺️ ??8/22/21... Here for 2 Birthday's ?? Kyle is our server we have 20 in our party that we made a reservations for at 3pm. Very nice room that we are sitting in! I do believe that Kyle did the best he could. He brought out the wrong salad order for our daughter and was rather rude/ short with her! Not nice or polite ? I'm going to say that 2x I had to speak with Tyler the manager on duty. Tyler was nice and understanding he was willing to help in any way he could. I felt I needed to simply bring it to his attention that Kyle was asked by several people in our party that we needed extra napkins, side plates, drink refills, cleared plates, condiments etc... I understand during this time in the restaurant industry it's difficult to have full staffing. That's not our fault or the way that our family celebration was expecting it to be! Rather disappointed with the results of today's visit ?? ?6/9/21 Dinner tonight started with the best fried pickles we absolutely love them!! Omgoodness happy hour prices M- F 3 to 6 pm on a variety of food and beverage items!! We met with the manger Stew very pleasant and friendly person ?Well here we are again for lunch 4/17/21 tried the Green chili beer cheeseburger very good as usual Joel did a great job!!!Back today for lunch 3/28/21....We started with queso and chips. I tried the strip steak it was prepared as I requested, it was really delicious?!! Our server was Clare very attentive, friendly, prompt and overall a pleasant person ? Nice experience today!!! Great for lunch and or dinner. We enjoy family meals something for everyone on the menu. Service is usually prompt and the servers are attentive. We've always enjoyed our selves drinks and the food is delicious!Back today 10/21/19 with our 2 oldest granddaughters for lunch NO SCHOOL TODAY!! The oldest loves the Buffalo Chicken Sandwich, our other loves the Bucket Trio ? our server was awesome very pleasant!!Parking: Large parking lotKid-friendliness: Kids menu and high chairsWheelchair accessibility: No steps you can come right in the door!“

4.2 Good115 Reviews
Pat and Gracie's Downtown Comfort Food • $
121 S High St, Columbus - 4.07 miles

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad
Gracie's Chicken Sandwich
Stuff French Toast
Mac & Cheese
Garlic Aioli

“Stopped by here during lunch. I enjoy their royal decorations with so many beautiful wallpapers, mirrors and mirror frames. There were many people during lunch hours. The service mainly paid attention on the groups. My servers did apologize for less attention and told me my food would be ready patiently. The room temperature was a little cold, which made the food cool down quickly. Their burgers came with two cheesy patties. I ordered the chimi burger. The chimichurri sauce neutralized the oil and improved the burger taste. The Mac and cheese tasted decent and authentic but it cooled down quickly mainly due to their room temperature.Vegetarian options: Veggie burger and salads“

4.2 Good71 Reviews
The Red Brick Tap & Grill Bar & Grill • $
292 E Gates St, Columbus - 5.58 miles

Customers` Favorites

French Onion Soup
Cheese Pizza
Greek Pizza
Tater Tots
Greek Fries
Greek Gyro
The Greek
The Gyro
Wings

“The server was also the bartender and the hostess. She had a smile, was as attentive as she could be for wearing multiple hats, her feet were always moving and most importantly our drinks did not go empty. I recommend eating and having some craft beer. The Pastrami Fries were also tasty. I didn't take a pic . I'm sure whatever I ordered would be good.“

4.1 Good57 Reviews
Bob Evans Family • $
1879 Stringtown Rd, Grove City - 8.07 miles

Customers` Favorites

Farmhouse Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Boxed Lunch - Wildfire Salad
Double Meat Farmer's Choice
Mashed Potatoes & Gravy
Hardwood-Smoked Bacon
Brioche French Toast
Biscuits and Gravy
Classic Breakfast
Banana Nut Bread
Pot Roast Hash

“We had a bad experience in Reynoldsberg on Saturday and today was the absolute opposite!Our server was wonderful. So sweet. Nothing but nice things to say about the entire trip today. What a wonderful addition to my birthday.Don't change a thing!“

4 Good85 Reviews
Bob Evans Family • $
3140 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus - 2.88 miles

Customers` Favorites

Slow-Roasted Turkey & Dressing Family Meal
Honey Butter Chicken and Biscuit Breakfast
Family Size Farmhouse Garden Side Salad
Reese's Peanut Butter Pie Slice
Downhome Country Fried Steak
Country-Fried Steak & Eggs
Signature Chicken Salad
Hash Browns Home Fries
Lil' Farmer Breakfast
Chicken Tenders

“This was one of the most pleasant experiences I've had at this style of restaurant. All-day breakfast is great for someone like me who enjoys pancakes for dinner. This recent visit, I got the Rise & Shine burger for lunch. Easily the best burger I've had in quite a while. I also brought my office cup (30oz. Yeti cup) out of habit and a passing server filled the WHOLE thing without me even asking. I highly recommend giving this place a visit. Friendly staff, great food!“

4 Good72 Reviews

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Skillet American • $$
410 E Whittier St, Columbus - 5.32 miles

Customers` Favorites

Griddled Cinnamon Roll
Biscuit and Gravy
Cheese Blintzes
Cheese Taters
Hash Browns

“*extremely late post*This is a very nice yet small restaurant. This was our first visit. Needless to say, they did not disappoint. The sandwich I had was huge, messy, and very tasty. As I'm writing this post, I'm not sure why we haven't been back. One of these days, we'll definitely make our way back in there. Keep up the good work.“

4 Good62 Reviews
Mac's Proper Pub American • $
693 N High St, Columbus - 3.35 miles

Customers` Favorites

Mac Daddy Burger
Tater Tots
Scotch Egg

“Mac's Proper Pub has been on my radar for a few years because my best friend took me there to try the sauerkraut balls, and I've been going back to have them ever since then. Recently I discovered that they have a great happy hour which includes half off apps and specialty cocktails, so off I went to have a dinner of apps. My order included scotch eggs, fried brie, spinach and artichoke dip, chicken fingers, and of course the sauerkraut balls. The scotch eggs were tasty-- served cut in half with a dipping sauce, and they were better than any scotch eggs I've had in the past. Crispy and delicious, especially with the gluttonous cream cheese dip. The fried brie is also very tasty-- served with slices of toast and definitely not as stinky or strange as brie can often be, more palatable because it's fried with a crispy outside. This is a great 'intro fried brie' for those who it may be too strong for normally. The spinach and artichoke dip is yummy and served with interesting sliced curly-esque fries. I loved the fries I just wish there was a bit more dip so I wasn't left with so many extra fries and nothing to dip them in. The chicken fingers were pretty average. Not a whole lot to say about those and probably wouldn't order them again. I also wasn't a fan of the sauce they were served with. The sauerkraut balls did not disappoint as usual-- sauerkraut and sausage all wrapped together and served fried with ranch(?) to dip them in. I'm not crazy about the dipping sauce but the portion is pretty large-- it comes with 6 sauerkraut balls that take at least 2-3 bites to finish. The bar itself is long and slender with an incognito room with a pool table in the back that I just noticed on this trip, despite having been there many times before. I'll definitely be back to blow off some steam with a game of pool during happy hour soon.“

3.9 Good72 Reviews
Bob Evans Family • $
4331 W Broad St, Columbus - 4.08 miles

Customers` Favorites

Family Size Bob Evans Wildfire Chicken Salad
Homestyle Fried Chicken Tender Family Meal
Three-Course Family Meals
Golden Brown Home Fries
Hash Browns Home Fries
Brioche French Toast
Pot Roast Sandwich
Sausage Patties
Country Biscuit
Sausage Links

“I thought the food was okay. It wasn't bad, but I also didn't find anything to be super exciting. The prices are pretty good, and the servers here were very nice. They also have some packaged cookies sitting in front of the desk for $5.99 that are quite big and have a lot of chocolate in them. Overall, it is a nice change of pace from the typical fast food places, but I wouldn't come here looking for anything fancy.“

3.9 Good57 Reviews
Rusty Bucket Restaurant and Tavern American • $
3901 Britton Pkwy, Hilliard - 4.53 miles

Customers` Favorites

Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Fish and Chips Basket
Double Nickel Salad
Fried Pickle Spears
Philly Cheese Steak
Sweet Potato Fries
French Onion Soup
Bucket O' Shrimp
Reuben Sandwich
Cubano Sandwich

“App was okay, very little chips with the spinach dip for the price - had almost half of the dip left when chips were gone. Vodka drink was good - nice ratio of vodka to lemonade and ice. Hamburger, fish, shrimp meals were wonderful and the chocolate cake was to die for. We got off on a sour note with the waitstaff at first, but by end of our time together all was good.“

3.8 Good109 Reviews
Bob Evans Family • $
1455 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus - 1.93 miles

Customers` Favorites

Hand-Breaded Crispy Fried Chicken Family Meal to Go
Brioche French Toast
Over Medium Eggs
Breakfast Meat
Sausage Gravy
Home Fries
Steak
Roast

“Nice restaurant!! Good food and extremely good prices especially for this day and age!!Parking: When I went there, there was plenty of open parking spots!!Kid-friendliness: Personally don't have kids but while there, there were kids.Wheelchair accessibility: Nice ramp leading up to the main entrance“

3.8 Good73 Reviews
Vante’s Kitchen Soul Food • $$
6857 Flags Center Drive, Columbus - 9.88 miles

“This company catered for my event and everything was WONDERFUL! They food was hot, delicious, and we were highly impressed with the presentation and set up. I will definitely be using Vantes Kitchen again due to the professionalism and amazing food options!“

4 Good12 Reviews
Clean Eatz Health Food • $$
5063 N High St, Columbus - 5.37 miles

Customers` Favorites

Sweet Potato Fries
Superfood Salad
Boneless Wings
Clean Mac
Carrots
Burger

“This place saves me. I am on a weight loss journey and find it hard to meal prep all my meals with a busy schedule. Clean eatz meal prep is 10/10, delicious, reasonably priced. thank you for helping me stay consistent on my fitness journey while eating food that is super yummy!“

3.8 Good29 Reviews
Mac Daddy's Mac and Cheese Comfort Food •
1282 Essex Ave, Columbus - 4.01 miles

Customers` Favorites

Build Your Own Mac Daddy Burrito

“Found this place searching best mac n cheese in Columbus. Got the Nashville chicken and the chicken parm. Both were phenomenal. Ate the hot chicken the night I got it. The flavors and qualities of the food was awesome, I personally would've liked it more without pickles but it really made the dish. The chicken parm I ate for lunch the next day. Cut hot dog style and air fried for more even heating and a great meal. The 15$ for their burritos I thought was steep until I got one. The size and quality of the food makes it well worth it and I'm definitely going back. The only downside is there's no restaurant face or dining area. You have to order online. And it seems 30-40 min usual wait during their dinner rush. I got there and ordered and just waited in my car. The actual place seems kind of skeevy and dark, with order locker windows, the guy working the window called it a ghost kitchen which is probably some trendy thing where a bunch of folks work kitchens out of a factory. Overall super cool and delicious, give it a try“

3.8 Good17 Reviews
Bob Evans Family • $
5160 Tuttle Crossing Blvd, Dublin - 6.72 miles

Customers` Favorites

Family Size Seasonal Fresh Fruit
The Everything Breakfast
Ham Macaroni and Cheese
Classic Breakfast
Banana Nut Bread
Sausage Patties
Western Omelet
Sausage Gravy
Sausage Links
Salads

“Parking: We stopped in here on our way thru Ohio. We had a very pleasant experience. We were immediately seated and our waiter was with us shortly after. Food came out quick and exactly as expected. The banana bread is the best part. Also purchased a candle for the first time. It is so fragrant and slow burning. Can't wait to come back again.“

3.7 Good74 Reviews
Bob Evans Family • $
3800 S High St, Columbus - 8.39 miles

Customers` Favorites

Introducing Bob Evans Dinner Bell Plates Eight Great Plates Under 8
Family Size Bob Evans Wildfire Chicken Salad
Family Size Hardwood-Smoked Bacon
Family Size Green Beans with Ham
Family Size Macaroni & Cheese
Country-Fried Steak & Eggs
Caramel Apple French Toast
Farmhouse Chicken Sandwich
The Everything Breakfast
Family-Sized Soups

“Ordered over phone staff was friendly and helpful. Took less than 10 minutes for my order to be ready from start of calling. Food was on point ? everything was correct. Only negative I have to say was I ordered a loaf of banana bread and pumpkin and the pumpkin was somewhat dry tasty but dry. Banana bread is to die for.“

3.7 Good79 Reviews
Tee Jaye's Country Place American • $
4048 W Broad St, Columbus - 3.74 miles

Customers` Favorites

Barnyard Buster Scrambled Eggs Hashbrowns
Barnyard Buster Eggs over Medium
Barnyard Buster Eggs over Easy
Country Fried Steak and Eggs
Chicken Fried Chicken
Chicken Fried Steak
Cornmeal Pancakes
Liver and Onions
Biscuits & Gravy
Cheese Omelette

“I'm a forever lover of Tee Jayes Country Place. My mom would take me. She worked at several locations and so did my aunt. I worked at one, so did one of my sons. I love the menu, the atmosphere through the years. I love the history of Tee Jayes being that a husband and wife started it all. It really should be Tee Jayes Family Place.“

3.7 Good100 Reviews
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