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Makers Social - The DIY Bar
Diners’ top pick
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Price: Expensive
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Cocktail Bar
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4.9
(203)
Makers Social is perfect alternative date night, ladies' night out, or private party! Located in the heart of the Franklinton Arts District, Makers is an interactive DIY bar experience where locals can choose from dozens of awesome crafting, jewelry-making, woodworking, and genuine leather projects while enjoying our rare bourbon-tasting list & themed cocktails like “Moscow Tools” & “Screwdrivers”.
Choose from over 30 unique [beginner] DIY projects that take between 1-3 hours to complete while enjoying an awesome cocktail menu and bourbon list (mocktails available too). Kids are always welcome with adult supervision/assistance! We do not serve food, but guests are welcome to bring their own.
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Bakersfield Columbus
Price: Moderate
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Mexican
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4.9
(303)
Tacos. Tequila. Whiskey.
Serving up authentic, Mexican street fare, and a selection of over 100 tequilas and American whiskeys. Bakersfield is a spot where the food is simple, the service is warm, and the atmosphere is alive.
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Lindey's
Price: Expensive
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Contemporary American
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4.9
(8635)
Lindey's has been consistently voted one of Columbus' top restaurants for the past 38 years, and has been featured in the Washington Post, USA Today, the New York Times, Gourmet Magazine, The BigTen Network and the book "As the Tables Turn" by Sue Doody & Michael Rosen.
Lindey's is a high-energy, white tablecloth restaurant serving the finest American cuisine in an upper east side New York bistro setting. Nestled in historic German Village, the design incorporates original artwork, bentwood chairs, copper topped bars and hardwood floors. With its exciting and vibrant atmosphere, Lindey's has three main dining rooms, three private party rooms and an award winning outdoor courtyard that has been voted one of the top 100 patios in America by OpenTable.
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Chile Verde
Top-rated food
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Price: Moderate
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Mexican / Southwestern
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4.9
(11)
For more than 32 years, our local independent restaurant has been dedicated to bringing the flavor of New Mexico to Central Ohio. This cuisine takes extraordinary people, passion and effort to create. Our homemade, New Mexican family recipes blend the rich history of Native American, Spanish and Anglo traditions. The basis for these recipes is certified green and red chile imported from Albuquerque. From family gatherings to any special occasion, our loyal staff is committed to serving you. From our family in New Mexico and Columbus, to yours, we thank you for dining local.
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Gallo's Kitchen
Price: Expensive
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Creole
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4.8
(1024)
Gallo's Kitchen & Bar features Creole and Italian cuisine. The restaurant's atmosphere is comfortable and friendly, providing a casual yet memorable dining experience. Head Chef, Tommy Gallo's culinary linage has ties to some of the best chefs of New Orleans. Offering a menu comprising of entrées, appetizers, sandwiches, soup and salads, providing fresh and flavorsome meals.
Popular dishes include Seafood Creole, The Daily Sautéed Fish, Ohio Proud Filet Mignon, Gumbo with rice, Chicken Etouffee, Pasta Russo Bolognese, Gallo's House Marinara, and Gallo's. The Daily Specials consists of creations by the restaurant's chefs. It's based on fresh fish, seasonal produce and local beef to provide customers with a unique dining experience.
Gallo's Kitchen also has a bar area known for an expansive wine list, featuring 24 glass pours and over 30 additional bottle listings. The bar also in known for craft cocktails and premium draft and bottled beers.
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Lupo on Arlington
Price: Expensive
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Mediterranean
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4.8
(191)
A chef-driven boutique dining experience in the heart of Old Upper Arlington. Executive Chef Todd Elder prides himself on our constantly changing menu featuring ingredients from local partners at Hershberger Farms, Coast to Local Seafood, Bluescreek Farms, and Mushroom Harvest as well as a selection of globally imported goods. From pintxos, tapas, to entrees, each visit can become a new dining experience. Try a taste of Spain with a paella or go on a journey to Italy with a house-made pasta. Feeling adventurous? Then try a signature dish, slow braised and barbequed Octopus with seasonal pairings. Or stay close to home with a Lupo Smashburger or seasonal salad!
During summer nights relax with a Lupo craft cocktail, glass of wine, or local beer on the patio outfitted by Oakland Park Nursery. Sit indoors and enjoy our cozy dining room, bar, or private Vault Dining Room. There is never any issue with parking at Lupo with our private parking lot next door and plenty of spaces out front!
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Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Columbus
Top-rated hospitality
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Price: Very Expensive
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Steakhouse
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4.9
(4746)
Jeff Ruby is widely considered one of the nation's preeminent restaurateurs. And, while national organizations like Zagat, Food Network, USAToday, and Wine Spectator rank his steakhouses among the best in the country - making him a celebrity in his own right, it is his total commitment to the finest food, impeccable service, and a total dining experience unlike any other that keep his loyal fans coming back year after year.
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Pelino’s Pasta
Price: Very Expensive
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Italian
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4.8
(907)
Chef Vinny Pelino serves up authentic, handmade pasta dishes using local, organic, and imported Italian ingredients. You won't want to miss our fresh pasta, including our famous Cacio e Pepe served tableside in a 60lb wheel of Pecorino Romano DOP cheese! With a monthly changing chef’s tasting menu, there is always something new to enjoy!
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The Alcove Restaurant & Lounge
Price: Expensive
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Contemporary American
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4.9
(1168)

Founded in 1911 as a small ice cream and candy shop in the heart of Downtown Mount Vernon, The Alcove offers the finest dining experience in Central Ohio. Our diverse menu includes steak and seafood favorites as well as our signature Prime Rib of Beef available Thursday, Friday & Saturday evenings. Within feet of one-of-a-kind shops, just a block away from The Grand Hotel, across the street from The Woodward Opera House, and a few miles from Kenyon College and the Mount Vernon Nazarene University, our establishment is a great location for gathering with loved ones young, elderly, and in between. Whether you're entertaining or looking to be entertained, The Alcove is the perfect spot for you. | Join us today to experience Casual Elegance. We'll save you a seat. | Reservations and Carry-Out orders may also be made by calling us at 740.392.3076.
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RH Rooftop Restaurant Columbus
Great vibe
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Price: Expensive
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American
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4.6
(2843)
The RH Rooftop Restaurant resides on the third floor of RH Columbus, a 55,000-square-foot design gallery that blurs the lines between residential and retail, indoors and outdoors, home and hospitality. We invite you to enjoy our menu of timeless classics for brunch and dinner, and a selection of wines from esteemed vintners in the United States and Europe. Guests dine beneath a glass-and-steel atrium amidst trickling fountains, trellised London plane trees and glimmering chandeliers.
For group dining inquiries, please email: columbushospitality@rh.com
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The Guild House - Columbus
Price: Expensive
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American
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4.8
(3713)
The Guild House is an artisan eatery featuring creative American cuisine available for dinner. We proudly source locally grown ingredients whenever possible. Our chefs collaborate to create seasonal offerings that are regionally and globally inspired, all with artistic technique in an energetic and inviting space. Our wine list includes wines from around the world that are diverse and carefully selected, and our bar chefs craft fresh squeezed juices and spirits with skillful passion. Repurposed wood, local art and contemporary accents lend to The Guild House’s cosmopolitan character – suitable for revelry or relaxation.
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Brass Eye
Price: Moderate
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Cocktail Bar
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4.5
(87)
Brass Eye is the perfect place to unwind and be inspired by one of our founding fathers who knew how to have fun and not be too serious. Benny Frank’s Drinker’s Dictionary will make you laugh and want to have one more. Our dynamic rooftop bar is surrounded by oversized fireplaces, cozy seating with panoramic views of the city – and is the perfect place to assemble with friends for well-crafted spirits and honest food that’s perfect for sharing and good times.
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Degrees @ Columbus State Community College
Great budget-friendly spot
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Price: Moderate
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Contemporary American
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4.8
(155)
Degrees is a full-service restaurant serving familiar favorites with a gourmet twist. Join us on Columbus State’s campus in the heart of downtown to enjoy carefully crafted food and outstanding hospitality. When you dine at Degrees, you're also supporting the next generation of the hospitality industry. Here, students in our hospitality and culinary arts programs gain valuable experience as they work alongside industry professionals. Degrees is open Monday through Thursday, with lunch served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday-Thursday, and dinner from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday-Thursday.
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Six Hundred Downtown
Price: Moderate
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Italian
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4.8
(703)
Six Hundred Downtown is a good old fashioned pizzeria, the way they used to be and they the way they were meant to be. We feel that pizza making is an art and we strive to create the best pizza we possibly can. We hand spin our pizzas the old fashioned way and we bake our pizzas in an old fashioned brick oven.
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The Flying Pepper Cantina
Price: Expensive
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Contemporary Mexican
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4.7
(318)
We set aside tables for your last minute needs. If you do not see a reservation that fits your needs, please give us a call or come on in!
The Flying Pepper Cantina will continue to offer the popular menu that is enjoyed at the food truck and will expand their creative flavors and unique ingredients by offering additional variety, tapas, a rotating seasonal fare, and a new way to discover fine foods in a relaxed atmosphere. Humberto will stay true to his Mexican roots while introducing cuisine that offers unfamiliar and unexpected flavors in a friendly environment with fresh, local foods as the market and Ohio seasons allow. Patrons will have the opportunity to compliment these flavors with a fresh approach to tequila, local craft beer and a specialty menu of cocktails.

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Columbus is both the capitol of Ohio and its largest city. This all-American destination is as vibrant as it is welcoming, and it possesses one of the most exciting culinary scenes in the Midwest. In the mood for something casual? The Ohio State University campus offers burger and pizza joints galore. How about a triple-decker sandwich from a family-owned deli in German Village? If you’re into something ethnic, drop by the North Market and enjoy wandering through the stalls to find just the right specialty. They have everything from chicken tikka masala to a banh mi or even a real Belgian waffle. In the mood for something more upscale? Try a dinner for two at a trendy bistro in the Short North.

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Dog friendly restaurants in Columbus include Polaris Grill, True Food Kitchen - Columbus and Little West Tavern

Child friendly restaurants in Columbus include Marcella's Italian Kitchen - Polaris, Cap City Fine Diner & Bar - Gahanna and Cap City Fine Diner & Bar - Dublin

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