The Most Scrumptious Breakfast & Brunch in Columbus

The Whitney House

★★★★☆ 4.2 (660) • $$

"Whitney House recently hosted my group of a dozen friends for a baby shower. Everything was spectacular. They had us in an area where we could easily speak to one another and enjoy our time together, even as such a large group. The Whitney House has easy parking and is a beautiful space. I enjoyed their steak and eggs on the brunch menu. Everything was perfect and it was very fairly priced.The service was outstanding. Our waitress did an amazing job taking care of us and she did a great job passing out the celebratory cake we brought. I am very grateful for the gracious staff and the lovely experience at the Whitney House."

The Lox

★★★★★ 4.5 (483) • $$

"The bagels are delicious especially the seal salt and herb bagel. I was also surprised how much I loved the egg and cheese bagel sandwich with pastrami added. So yummy! The place has a cool vibe and speedy service."

3 Brothers Diner

★★★★★ 4.6 (461) • $$

"Very good!!! Excellent service! Quick to be seated and served. Ample seating. Mexican twist on breakfast, in a creative way. Menu highlights their most popular items which helped us decide. I had the 3 Brothers scramble. A healthier option, as it was not heavily laden with sauce and cheese. The flavors came thru. Husband had the 3 Brothers omelette. Hearty and delicious. A side of their chorizo tasted authentic. Not greasy.Recommend, especially if you are hungry!"

Bonifacio

★★★★☆ 4.3 (527) • $$

"Amazing amazing food. So delicious. Service is great and they are ON IT with food allergies. So grateful! Easy to eat DF & GF here. Thank you! Ambience is cozy and quaint. I recommend reservations as the space is small. You have to go! Boodle nights are also super fun! One suggestion for the business: do away with the tvs. The vibe is so cool in there that the TVs were confusing. Hannah Montana from the old Disney channel was playing while we were eating. You guys definitely have enough going on to where you don't need it. Anyway, go to Bonifacio!!"

Portia's Cafe

★★★★★ 4.5 (411) • $$

"Have eaten here 3 or 4 times, and the food is always great. The servers are always friendly. It's perfect for vegan or vegetarian meals. Environment is comfortable and quiet enough to carry on a conversation. An excellent place for catching up with a friend over breakfast or lunch."

Hamburger Inn Diner

★★★★☆ 4.2 (459) • $$

"Had a Monday off so we visited Hamburger Inn for breakfast. I'd definitely describe this as more of a dive, it's pretty small and unassuming, and dimly lit. The tables are bars kind of in an S shape and the stools are bolted down. When we arrived we were greeted and told to sit wherever, it wasn't very busy so we had no problem finding a spot. I have menu anxiety, so of course I already had decided what to get before arriving so we ordered right away after we got drinks. Service was fast and the prices were cheap. The food was delicious. We had a cinnamon rolled, warmed up. It was so good, well balanced and not overly sweet. For my main I had the bacon ham and cheddar scramble, it was HUGE. Very tasty, I love the style of their fried potatoes, they're like crispy slices. My husband had the lumberjack with over medium eggs, a nice size portion. Delicious pancakes. We really enjoyed our breakfast, I can definitely see why it's packed on the weekends. If you're planning to come try a week day, or be prepared for a wait since there's not a ton of seating."

Delaney's Diner

★★★★☆ 4.4 (406) • $$

"Fast and friendly service. Food prepared hot and fresh. Breakfast and lunch all day on the menu. Creative options! Reasonable prices."

The Woodbury

★★★★☆ 4.1 (458) • $$

"A surcharge is added to any non-cash payment (both credit and debit cards)! Personal consumer view, It turns me off to a business that does this and should be factored into to the cost of doing business. I have seen businesses offer a discount with cash payment which comes across a lot better (personal opinion).It's a cool place. Love the inside, and plenty of parking around. We were nicely greeted and quickly seated (I had made a reservation via OpenTable). Our server, Keri was absolutely wonderful and it was her first dinner rush and she handled it like a season pro. Made sure to leave her a 25% tip (on top of the total + surcharges.) She really added the experience and did such a nice job. The food was good (not perfection, but good), we enjoyed: -Tap water (no charge) -Diet Pop $3.50 -Beignets $11.00 -Bottle of Jam Jar $32.00 -Lemon Barramundi $23.99 -Meatloaf Dinner $22.00 -Asparagus $7.99I would have liked for the Barramundi had more Lemon Caper Sauce than what it did and maybe some capers. The meatloaf dinner could have used a bit more seasoning in the meat too. It would have been so bland if it didn't have the sauce and the mashed potatoes and sour cream on top. I think I would try something else that sounded good next time.Even with those observations the food was good, the service was best, and would come back to try another dish or two."

Buckeye Donuts

★★★★☆ 4.2 (436) • $

"For a Saturday morning the place was definitely busy and our service was nice. The selection of donuts was awesome. We ordered iced Buckeye lattes but we weren't happy with them, the taste was very unpleasant. The freshly made donuts were very tasty."

Short North Pint House

★★★★☆ 4 (469) • $$

"Short North Pint House has an unbeatable deal on Thursdays with their 75 cent wings. My boyfriend and I went back a second time after moving over to Columbus and it was just as good as we remembered. The staff was friendly and quickly placed our orders and brought our food out to us. It's a great sports bar vibe and I could see us coming back with a group of friends on a night out. It's the perfect place to watch any game as they have many tv screens plastered all over the walls, true sports bar style. They also seem to have other great deals running throughout the week like a $20 steak & fries dinner perfect for two. We definitely see ourselves coming back on a Monday to try it out for ourselves!"

Rebol

★★★★☆ 4.4 (325) • $$

"This is an eclectic and modern health food spot. They have gluten-free vegan and vegetarian options. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable. The place was clean. They even sell items that are healthy. They have a scale for your weight. There is plenty of parking in the shared parking garages that are free. The food was filling and delicious. I definitely will return one in the area. Hope you enjoy."

The Dublin Pub

★★★★☆ 3.8 (425) • $$

"Stopped by the Oregon District Car Show before we walked up to the St. Anne's German Fest. We decided to stop in to the Dublin Pub for lunch given the day was so beautiful Never a bad day on the patio when it's a cool mid-70s in the summer. A cold Guinness to chase some Jameson is always a good combo for some day drinking. A Reuben and Fish-n-Chips is all we needed to recharge before hitting the festival in search of a cool Stein!"

German Village Coffee Shop

★★★★☆ 4.3 (309) • $$

"This is a great place for breakfast; I know it gets really busy at certain times, but we (my aunt, her friend and myself) met here at 9 on Monday morning. We got a booth right away and were served coffee. We each decided on entrees; I ordered 2 eggs with hash browns & rye toast. After that I saw on the specials board they had Peach Cobbler Pancakes. Yum. I ordered this as an additional, to go. The food was great, and so inexpensive that I wish I lived closer. My aunt's friend is a long-time GV resident and well-known here so she chatted up the friendly staff."

Barrel & Boar Creekside

★★★★☆ 3.8 (384) • $$

"As someone who use to work in the service industry it's always nice to see people...managers busting their asses like their servers. A tight ship equals good tips. I for one loved my burnt tips, even if there was a bit of fat. It was delicious. The collard greens were on point and the country tunes were perfect. I would have like to have seen it more busy but understand Thursday may not be there day with outdoor sports there was a decent crowd. A repeat visit shall happen again."

Stav's Diner

★★★★★ 4.6 (257) • $

"Simple neighborhood diner. Old style flat grill. Very small. Very friendly spot filled with mostly regulars. Food was good. Would come back."

NAPA Kitchen + Bar Dublin

★★★★☆ 4.1 (294) • $$

"Food is outstanding. I love the cozy feel everyone I step in here. Service is great. The wine selection can be overwhelming. I can't wait to come back!"

Bristol Republic

★★★★☆ 4.1 (286) • $$

"We always have a great time at Bristol Republic! It's a great spot for a hearty meal. Service has been pretty consistent so far. I always try to get something different everytime I go and I haven't been disappointed yet!"

Casa Nueva

★★★★☆ 3.7 (351) • $$

"Stopped in Athens on a road trip and found this place recommended on Reddit. The Huevos Rancheros with Verde Sauce was fantastic. Definitely some of the best I've had. Service was also good with very friendly staff. I highly recommend a stop in here for breakfast and I can't wait to come back to try lunch/dinner."

Der Dutchman

★★★★☆ 3.6 (337) • $$

"Established in 1969, Der Dutchman is an Amish Kitchen featuring a buffet "All you can eat". The buffet is extensive and costs $18.99. Chicken, ham, beef, mashed potatoes, stuffing and assorted vegetables and salads are available.. Well I am not a fan of "All you can eat" dining experiences nor am I a fan of buffets. So you might ask, What are you doing at Der Dutchman? Simply put, that is where the client wanted to go.Fortunately, you can choose from the dinner menu. I choose the chicken breasts which came with Mac & Cheese, and green beans ($13.75). There were other options to choose from. I can not complain about the food other than nothing was special about it. For this meal I would give it a 3 Star rating.I also had the iced tea with refills ($3.29).The star of the meal was the rhubarb pie. The crust was perfect and the rhubarb pie also contained sweet black raspberries which offset the tart rhubarb. I would return for the rhubarb pie. You see, the Dutchman has a separate bakery and it is wonderful. 4 Stars for the bakery. The third part of Der Dutchman is devoted to Carlisle Gifts which I did not explore."

Anne's Kitchen - Southern Style

★★★★☆ 4.2 (246) • $

"I have heard a lot of great things about Anne's and finally got an opportunity to try it. I had a delicous breakfast. I tried the breakfast bowl. The biscuits are delicious. They are fluffy and are filled with buttery goodness. Anne's is small with a establishment with a couple of tables and a bar to sit at. The staff is friendly. The food came out fast. I can see why this is a favorite after church spot for many."

Dough Mama

★★★★☆ 4.2 (246) • $$

"Dough Mama is the best! When someone suggests brunch, it immediately comes to mind. They are famous for their pies but their breakfast and lunch menu should not be overlooked. My all-time favorite is the avocado biscuit with the side salad (you can even buy a jar of the amazing umami soy sauce-ish dressing to take home!). I also have enjoyed many a seasonal quiche. Unique to DM is a wall to the left when you walk in that has slips of pre-paid items you can tear off and present at the ordering counter. If you can't afford a meal or need a little pampering, this is a great opportunity to care for the Clintonville community. Cute gifts adorn their entrance area and the vibe is eclectic and homey."

Helen's Asian Kitchen

★★★★☆ 3.7 (316) • $$

"Family owned restaurant. the food is very consistent. It is a little oily and doesn't have that much flavor , but I'd rather prefer that than be overly seasoned with MSG and salt."

George's Beechwold Diner

★★★★☆ 4.2 (234) • $$

"Saw this place online and immediately thought we need to try it. We went on a Saturday around 9:00 am. Place is vibrant and has an amazing feel. There was a wait, but the locals were welcoming to us. We waited about 30 mins for a table and the wait was well worth it. The wait staff was friendly and helpful as we had questions since it was our first time. I ordered the country fried steak and eggs. It's not on the menu, but it's a secret special. The gravy was definitely the star, the eggs were cooked perfectly. We will be back and we can't wait."

Delaney’s Diner

★★★★☆ 4.4 (209) • $$

"They are literally my favorite breakfast spot in Columbus. Breakfast food is not my thing but somehow Delaney's has the magicTouch: best waiters, super clean space and top notch chefs. Columbus, please never take this spot away because I need it everyday when I fly in town to visit family. I sound like I'm joking but I'm so serious lol. My favorite is their steel cut oatmeal. Many ppl can't make this easy dish the right way but Delaney's can and I love yall for that."

Grove City Brewing Company

★★★★☆ 4.1 (240) • $$

"I recently discovered this incredible local brewery since moving here one month ago.They have a limited-time burger of the week and I had to try this week's: The Pizza Burger!It's incredibly delicious with a beef patty, pepperoni , a thick slice of mozzarella, pizza sauce, and herbs all on a toasted garlic brioche bun. The burger was perfectly cooked to medium temperature.I have never had fries like the ones at GCBC. They're thick like steak fries, but they have a twist; not a curl, not a spiral, a twist and the accompanying ketchup is delightfully spicy! GCBC has quickly become one of my favorite breweries with a food menu. It has plenty of open space inside and a nice patio area outside. The servers and bartender are so friendly and helpful as well.#BurgerOfTheWeek #PizzaBurger"

Drunch Eatery + Bar

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (385) • $$

"What a great place for brunch! I was in town for the weekend and our Lyft driver recommended Drunch, so glad that she did! While there the owner stopped by our table to ensure everything was to our liking, and indeed everything we ordered was delicious! The Bretzel was a huge serving, recommend sharing or you will definitely have leftovers! Now if only I could find those breakfast rolls in the west coast!"

Westerville Grill

★★★★☆ 3.8 (252) • $

"I love uptown Westerville!! I went to Otterbein, so this is a perfect spot. It does its trick. Anything you get here is amazing. Fast breakfast or lunch spot. Awesome work place. The service was slow, but only one server was working. It is what it is when you come here. Do not expect anything fancy. But expect great food. Go try it out!! You will not regret it!"

The Pancake House

★★★★☆ 4 (210) • $

"Have eaten here multiple times! Food is delicious! They are only open for breakfast and they have limited parking directly next to the restaurant. If they are out of parking you'll have to park in the shopping plaza parking and walk over. They are all super nice and helpful. They have a decent amount of verity for breakfast food selections. Feels very homey! Love coming here when I have the chance!"

Emmett's Cafe

★★★★★ 4.6 (155) • $$

"Emmett's Cafe is what local restaurants strive to be/do/have. Excellent food; everything had balanced and vibrant flavors, made with quality ingredients. The breakfast burrito was the best I have ever had, genuinely. The banana bread? I have no words. The staff is "bought in"; the service was top notch. You could tell everyone genuinely wanted to be there, and one of the chefs even brought us an extra dish because he thought the banana bread took too long. The vibe is perfect; small but not cramped. Cute but not overdone. Just go to Emmett's, and get there early."

Der Dutchman - Walnut Creek

★★★★☆ 3.9 (208) • $$

"As always...great service and amazing food. The Broasted chicken is a must. Also, the view outside is stunning."

Lil Donut Factory

★★★★★ 4.5 (154) • $

"Love this lil place! This is the second time I've had donuts delivered to my workplace and was very pleased by the quality and variety. My favorite thing about this place is that when ordering, there is an option for peanut allergy and seeing as my coworker is super allergic, it gave me peace of mind that I could a share with her safely."

Cafe Elena

★★★★☆ 4.3 (168) • $$

"I cannot believe it took me so long to finally try breakfast here. I am already thinking about going back! It has a very homey, cozy atmosphere and the staff makes you feel welcome. The service is European style - a bit more leisurely and food takes a bit longer. It is so worth it. Food was served piping hot and is like true home cooking at its finest. The vegan skillet was loaded with lots of fresh veggies and was big enough for two meals. The almond buckwheat pancakes were served with a homemade berry compote and delicious coconut cream. The coffee was not my favorite, but it did get me caffeinated for the day.The sweets case was full of goodies and I have my eye on the Russian honey cake for a future visit."

Day Y Noche

★★★★☆ 4 (192) • $$

"My husband and I ate here twice on our short trip to Granville - it is a great local spot with very friendly staff! The breakfast was delicious and the portions were generous. My husband enjoyed the burrito and my basic breakfast was perfect. We came back for lunch another day, and had the chicken tacos and carnitas tacos. Fantastic! If you ask for hot sauce, it appears to be made in house and is great- but beware, it is very spicy, even if you love spicy!We also got the flan - do not sleep on the flan! It is made fresh and the best I have ever had. I only remembered to take photos of the breakfast. Lovely indoor and outdoor space. We also met the chef, who was very funny."

La Chatelaine

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (263) • $$

"It's very different food for what I'm used to for sure. They can definitely get pricey also. The staff was very friendly and I really appreciated how fast they served our large group."

Kolache Republic

★★★★★ 4.5 (147) • $

"We hadn't tried kolaches before, so when I realized we'd be in the area, we decided to give them a try! We placed an online order ahead of time, but between the time we ordered and we got there, they had a sell out on one of the kolaches. They kindly replaced it with another available option and threw in an extra kolache, which was very nice. We ended up with three sweet kolache: sweet cheese, blueberry sweet cheese, and butterscotch pear. They also offer cinnamon rolls on the weekend, so we went with one of the regular and one of the weekend special, which, on the day of our visit, was a Ferrero Rocher Cinnamon Roll featuring a Nutella mix filling and a Nutella cream cheese icing. Everything was quite tasty, with both cinnamon rolls and the sweet cheese kolache being favorites.Kolache Republic is located inside of The Daily Growler, and they have a small parking lot located behind the building. The staff was friendly and efficient. The menu also includes savory kolache options, and they do have a dinner menu available on the weekends. We're looking forward to trying more flavors in the future!"