High Bank Distillery

★★★★☆ 4.3 (811) • $$

"This is a HAPPY HOUR STAPLE! My friends and I love coming here and getting some delicious drinks and tasty treats! The bartenders are so sweet and they love experimenting with new flavors with the cocktails. Get to know your bartenders they are some of the coolest people you will ever meet.We got a Smoked Old Fashion, End of Anxiety and 2 bartender specials. All were unique in their own way. Warning: the Smoked Old Fashion is BOOZEY. Definitely designate a driver for that one. We paired that with the Bravas potatoes for good measure."

The Eagle Short North

★★★★☆ 4.3 (798) • $$

"So first time dining here, heard their fried chicken was spot on. Overall I definitely loved their chicken, crisp and crunchy, basic seasoning but delish. I had the Mac&Cheese as my side and definitely was the best Mac&Cheese I have had dining out. Cavatappi pasta in a cheesy bechamel sauce with toasted crumbles, very good. Assortment of local brews on tap, service was spot on. If you're ever craving fried chicken, give this place a shot!"

Wheat Penny Oven and Bar

★★★★☆ 4.1 (437) • $$

"This is a dining hot spot! I mean, it was Tuesday night at about 6:30 and this place was hopping! Valerie, Libby, and I walked over to explore this place, and we were all pleasantly surprised. It's trendy, upscale, and has an energetic, boisterous ambiance. The dining room seating was on a wait, so we opted for the patio.Our server came right over and was very pleasant and helpful with our questions. Our drinks were tasty and had a good pour. I ordered a Mai Tai / Rum Runner but got something more like a Margarita. Wasn't what I expected, but it was quite good. (I ordered a second drink, just so you know). I decided to go with the "Mr White," which is a delicious white pizza with a nice wood fired oven crust. There was a decent amount of cheese, a pleasing combination of flavors, and a noticeable nutty taste. I also tried Libby's Eggplant and Valerie's Spinach Artichoke pizza, and both were pretty tasty.Good food, good service, and good conversation with long-time friends... What an enjoyable evening! Wheat Penny Oven And Bar is definitely worth checking out for an upscale dining experience."

Paulie Gee's Short North

★★★★☆ 4.4 (360) • $$

"Finally tried Paulie Gee's after quite a few folks have suggested it on our quest to find some great pizza in OH. Did NOT disappoint! The Square was phenomenal, flavour, quality, and texture all came together for a perfectly scrumptious slice. We also got the hellboywhite pizza, again fantastic and fresh ingredients... but it really was the pizza square that will keep me up at night till i get another!"

Asterisk Supper Club

★★★★☆ 4.1 (394) • $$

"I've never eaten at the asterisk. I do come in for drinks. They have the best bartenders for cocktails in the W. The smoked old fashioned is always a favorite. The bar sets the tone from the moment you walk in ...it has such a cool story coming all the way from Europe to Westerville Ohio."

Agave & Rye - Grandview

★★★★☆ 4.3 (298) • $$

"I have loved everything I have tried thus far. My husband and I have gone to Agave & Rye multiple times at this point and its still a winner. All the food is so flavorful and the menu never gets boring with something new to try everyone. I will say my absolute favorite taco so far is the crispy salmon one. It was huge!! and tasted so amazing. Service is normally good and quick but they have their bad days as well. Overall, i definitely recommend if you haven't been here before or if you have a guest in town you want to impress."

Rooh Columbus

★★★★☆ 4.4 (265) • $$$

"Rooh is a chain. But some of my friends had been before and recommended coming for dinner!A friend of mine had the lamb shank Nihari during restaurant week and recommended I try it. I ordered that while my vegetarian friends got the saag and the kofta. The portions look small, but I'm guessing they put cream in it? I was full by the end!It's a much more elevated experience so the food is pricey. But the lamb tasted like it was a high quality and my friend's saag tasted really fresh!We got drinks as well, which were very much Indian-inspired with certain types of flavors and seasonings. Very unique! We all enjoyed what we got!We came midweek and it wasn't busy. My friend had made a 7:30 reservation but there were so many tables open.I liked the vibe. Very nicely decorated and they were playing music by Indian artists.You can find parallel parking, but it was difficult to find a spot so I parked at a nearby garage."

Agave & Rye - Short North

★★★★☆ 4.1 (303) • $$

"I'm a little conflicted on my feelings about A&R. There were tons of positives to mention about my experience, but there were also some pretty prominent negatives. I'll start with the positives. TL;DR - most everything was fabulous aside from the service/staff.Location - GREAT! Very convenient and within walking distance of several hotels.Decor/Vibes - OMG! I loved how beautiful it was in here. The artwork, the chandeliers, the dinnerware and glasses. Everything was gorgeous!Drinks - I had the Jalapeno Pineapple Marg and it was good!! It was sweet, but the the spice from the jalapeno was a nice balance with the agave and pineapple. My colleague ordered another margarita and thought it was too sweet, which is totally preference. The agave is obviously a sweet addition, so just keep this in mind!Food - Awesome! The tacos are legendary for a reason. The Birria options are especially unique and tasty. My friend got chicken and raved over them! I really enjoyed my "Epic Tacos", too. I got the Gangsta and the Swipe Right. They were HUGE and tasty. I also LOVED the queso and salsa. The salsa was chunky and fresh, unlike any I've ever had. Prices - it's a little pricey, but the portion sizes are large ($8+ for a taco, but I think it was worth it!)Service - I think this is where they fell really flat. Look, I am super easy going and understanding. I still was in this situation, but there were just several little things that added up. It wasn't very busy when we went, but it took about 15 minutes or more to be sat. Our waiter was nice, but several things were forgotten and missed. It could have just been an off day. But overall, the staff just wasn't super friendly or efficient. I'm not sure what was going on, but it was really off putting.All this to say, check out A&R! The food and decor are well worth the trip, but maybe this location or this day was just struggling."

Pecan Penny's

★★★★☆ 3.8 (352) • $$

"To the lonely man who was recently divorced, who keeps coming in for the barbecue, but maybe for human connection too:The ginger waitress in the yoga pants, the one who smiles a lot, talks with you, laughs with you, and kinda flirts with you while you give her your business card -- you know, the one who is working hard to raise the energy?She makes fun of you when you leave. After you provide her such a large tip on your check, she laughs about how men are so simple to get interested in her until she sometimes reveals to them the fact that she's pregnant and has a boyfriend. Her friends laugh with her as she diminishes you behind your back for being divorced, lonely, and frequently returning.You, sir, have probably had an incredible career. You made it further in marriage than many do. Some of us single men have reasons why we shouldn't take that leap into marriage yet. And now that you are alone after working throughout your life to leap for commitment and happiness -- from one man to another, I believe you still deserve happiness.And even though the barbecue at Pecan Penny's is amazing, you're not going to find happiness with a woman who makes fun of you after you seek her attention, tip her noticeably well, and step out. You did nothing wrong here to deserve being made fun of by her and her friends in front of other customers, but since we're being real -- you're not going to find what you're looking for at this bar.I highly recommend travel. You talked about Spain today. Try Latin America or South America. There are warm places that will naturally and authentically support your energy, where a woman has real empathy and a real heart for you. Find the authentic kindness. It exists. There is so much beauty out there, and you'll find a woman who values how you work and who you are as a man despite past flaws.Pecan Penny's bar is not the place where you're going to find that kind of woman. If it was, there would be a line around the corner for the amazing barbecue and authentic friendship. You're being used and diminished. This bar is not a good place to be alone.3/12 Update: My friend went to Pecan Penny's. He sat down to eat and invited me over. I told him I wasn't ready to go back. He mentioned this review to the bartender, and the bartender told him to go to The Walrus (kicked him out).3/19 Update: Heather, manager of Pecan Penny's texted me and told me this review is crazy. She said she is going to request Google to review it (photo attached). I don't know why Google would remove this review, when it is honest.Realizing I'll never be going back to this restaurant now, I think about how I supported Pecan Penny's for years (thousands of dollars of purchases during the pandemic when we ran Hidden Drive-In events in Downtown Columbus). I don't regret those times of support. I just notice how much has changed in the culture of this restaurant and maybe that is a reflection of downtown, or Columbus, or the country -- but I try not to let myself go that far. Kindness to others must continue on, or what's the point of cooking for them, serving them, having them as customers and inviting them to choose your restaurant to consume, rest, and relax in?"

Mi Tradicion

★★★★☆ 4.1 (300) • $$

"We're so fortunate to have Mi Tradición in our neighborhood. I had my usual shrimp fajitas yesterday at lunch. As usual, it came out sizzling hot and perfect. So good! Great waitstaff, too!"

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!"

Huli Huli Tiki Lounge

★★★★☆ 4.2 (250) • $$

"Stopped for after dinner drinks. I'm visiting from out of town & my mom wanted to make sure we saw this adorable place. The Painkiller, frozen, was so good!!! You could actually taste the alcohol, but not in an overpowering way, just in an , "I ordered an alcoholic drink for a reason, thank you for more than a splash!" The waitresses were smiling & pleasant. Which also contributes to a pleasant experience.We can't wait to bring more family and try the food too."

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"

High Bank Distillery - Gahanna

★★★★☆ 4.3 (213) • $$

"I live near the Gahanna High Banks, and when good friends da come to visit, especially ones who like whiskey, this is where we go.My friend had never been here before, but he's a whiskey lover, and I knew this was the perfect place to come. We got the Whiskey War flight, a sampler of the traditional winners that you'll always find a winner with.We wanted something light to snack on so we chose the pimento cheese... soooo glad we did. Great portion but better flavor.By the time we'd made notes on the whiskey and finished the cheese we were ready to hit the gift shop and purchase a bottle of Midnight Cask and the original Whiskey War. Believe me that it's a great place for a meeting, date, or just an afternoon by yourself. You'll have a good time in either situation."

Parable Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.4 (199) • $$

"Decided to try the nearest cafe next to my hotel and was not disappointed. Good selection of pastries and drinks. Decent seating. Helpful staff. I got the iced vanilla latte it was really good and well balanced between espresso flavor and their house made vanilla syrup. I also ordered their leek cheese croissant. That one was ok but nothing too special. Overall would come again for sure at least for their coffee!"

The City Square Steakhouse

★★★★☆ 4.2 (212) • $$$

"My godparents wanted to take my husband and I out for a nice dinner since we hadn't seen them in many months. They suggested The City Square Steakhouse. My husband and I had never been, so we were down to try it! The second I saw seafood bisque on the menu, I knew what I was ordering. It's not the easiest to find any form of bisque in Ohio, let alone one with scallops, crab, and lobster. It was perfect. In fact, I am savoring the last bites of my leftovers as I type this. It reheated well! I ordered a salad to accompany the soup and opted for the Bistro Salad- Mixed Greens, Mustard Vinaigrette, Toasted Pistachios, Baked Goat Cheese Crostini. It definitely needed cheese, so I asked for some goat cheese to add. Then it was perfect. My husband got a burger and my godparents got shrimp cocktail, side salads, steak and baked potato. The petite steaks were smaller than we anticipated, but were apparently still good. They give you bread and butter for the table too. My godmother wanted dessert and insisted I get some too. She got creme brulee (which I tried. It was great). I got a special-- cranberry curd on a ginger cookie base with little meringue cookies on top. It was so delish and perfect for this season."

Trattoria Roma

★★★★☆ 3.6 (273) • $$

"We went here for our 10 year anniversary and had a lovely time! Shelby was our server and took time to answer all my questions about gluten free items. Gluten free bread was a nice touch to start the meal and my martini was great. My partner is not gluten free but he got the ravioli special and loved it. We shared a lovely bottle of Soave which paired perfectly with both of our meals. I had chicken piccata and it was also delicious. Desserts were awesome, especially the spumoni! Thanks to chef Matt and staff for providing a wonderful environment for our celebration! We were too busy eating and enjoying the evening to take any photos, but food was beautiful as well. :)"

Veritas

★★★★☆ 4.2 (163) • $$$

"My husband and I have eaten at Veritas a handful of times now and every experience has been nothing short of excellent. I am disabled and I really appreciate their considerate reminder of where the ADA entrance is and they really do everything they can to be accommodating. The service is always spectacular. I always get the wine pairing with our meal and the servers are all so knowledgeable. It's such a fun little lesson about wine. I also highly recommend the wine pairing because it is so thoughtful and really adds to the meal experience. The food always blows me away with creativity, thoughtfulness, and care put into every dish. Veritas is very worth the price and we'll happily continue to spend our special occasions with them."

J Liu Restaurant & Bar

★★★★☆ 3.6 (216) • $$

"We love this place. We ordered the spring rolls to start. Then the Mongolian Beef and sesame chicken. Max's service was great. We have been coming her for almost 16 years now. It looks great."

35 Brix

★★★★☆ 3.7 (201) • $$

"Overall nice place. Great ambiance, fantastic wine list!!!Cauliflower wings were not cooked through-- raw batter in the middle. Smaller pieces would likely be cooked more thoroughly. Sauce was great. I liked their homemade ranch with them better than the blue cheese. Harvest salad was flavorful. However when I order a " mixed greens" salad I don't expect it to be 90% romaine, which I don't care for, hence why I order mixed greens salads. Otherwise would've been five starsChicken for salad could've been trimmed prior to cooking. Fat on the edge and the center weird part. Or offer the salad without meat and price as an add on. Guest had the Reuben and he said it was great. It looked well-made to me. Hostess, wait staff, service excellent. **Overall definitely worthy of visiting and likely revisiting. Decorated nicely for the holidays too!!**"

Greek Star Bar & Grill

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (186) • $$

"I just visited Greek Star for the second time (the first being takeout) and once again, I was fully satisfied.  Having grown up with a best friend whose parents were from Greece, I've enjoyed many authentic meals throughout my teen years.  The problem with that being you can't find good food in half of these restaurants.Being a fan of gyros, I have been told that shawarma was very close, but primarily a Middle Eastern dish, so I gave it a shot.The first time I had the lamb and beef, which was absolutely amazing!  Seasoned incredibly well with great texture (I had a tough spot or two, but nothing to complain about).  Sadly, I was eating while driving and spent more time licking the dripping sauce off of my forearm than I did chewing!  That's my own fault for treating it like a burrito.Today, I sat in the restaurant and had the chicken shawarma.  Let me tell you, this was better than the lamb and beef imho.  The chicken was prepared perfectly, the vegetables were fresh and mildly crunchy, the bread was firm and tasty and like before, the texture was amazing with each slow chew.  It was saucy, like before (I didn't think to ask what kind of sauce it was), but at least I could handle it with two hands and eat it at the appropriate angle.What I really enjoyed about it was the aftertaste.  It was like the inverse of the pain of stubbing your toe, a millisecond after the act.  Once the food passed down, you got a reprise of that great flavor that stayed with you.  The only hearbreak was drinking my strawberry lemonade after, washing it down.  By the way, I'm big on a drink flavor that compliments the main dish.  As far as non-alcoholic beverages go, strawberry lemonade is a winner (I don't drink, so you'll have to figure out what else goes good with it).Definitely a must if you're looking for something new..."

Revelry Tavern

★★★★☆ 3.9 (124) • $$

"Got Revelry Burger, it was recommended, and Glad I listened, also half price tonight on Wednesday's, deliciousness 2.0. The tortilla soup..aka..."bomb dot com" legit "MAX N ERMA'S" tortilla chicken soup level from back in da day! Next up will be teyn their chicken wings with all in house made sauces!!!"

Billy Lee's Chinese Cuisine

★★★★☆ 3.8 (117) • $$

"Food staff all very pleasant. Accomdated a large party very easy and quickly ! Very hot flavorful dishes no complaints from the crew at all"

Buckeye Bourbon House

★★★★☆ 3.5 (137) • $$$

"The ambience here is great- high ceilings, very open, natural lighting, huge windows, leather sofas, shuffleboard and chess tables. They previously had a better happy hour that went until 7 with a variety of food items and drinks, but this last time I went, they switched it so that there are only about 2 small food options and 1 drink option for HH. I was a little disappointed because I loved their old HH, but still love Buckeye Bourbon.For food options, the Brussels are a must have, the wings are huge, and the flatbreads are nice and crispy. The sandwiches are just okay.Would recommend for some of the apps and the ambience!"

Bistro On Main

★★★★☆ 4.2 (95) • $$

"A nice treat. We stopped through on our way to Columbus and were looking for a nice date-night meal. It wasn't our first choice due to lack of an online menu to get us to stop in, but we were happy to find it. Similarly, the lack of an online menu along with my poor memory means I can't give a good dish by dish review.For an appetizer, we had a calamari al diavolo. Very tasty.We had the steak. It was perfectly prepared. The sauce was a perfect accompaniment.The cocktail menu had several good options. The beer options especially for folk from Michigan who are used to large variety... less so. Stick with the cocktails!"

Boulevard Tavern

★★★★☆ 3.6 (125) • $$

"Best perch wet ever had! Everyone we take there is amazed by the quality of the good. The problem with taking people there is once the good is there....everyone just ears and yumms. All conversation stops! The service is great. Not over bearing yet available and fast. The bar is wooden and beautiful I believe it came from a world's fair maybe Chicago?Usually not a wait but short if there is one. They don't take reservations."

Tickets Pub & Eatery

★★★★☆ 3.6 (125) • $$

"Nice change of pace here as I am not a fan of bars or alcohol. Expecting bar food, I was surprised with the offering here. My sister had a steak with diced potatoes that she thoroughly enjoyed. On recommendation, I had the Philly Cheesesteak that was served in a pita with waffle fries on the side. It all tasted great and the service was very friendly and helpful. Looking forward to returning to try other entrees as they have a lot to offer."

District 13

★★★★☆ 3.7 (118) • $$

"This was my first visit to District 13 but certainly won't be my last. My wife and I try to go out to lunch every Wednesday and we have to find restaurants that aren't part of a national or regional chain. We like the small, independently owned and operated, local establishments. District 13 fit the bill for our weekly lunch.The restaurant is in an old Chase Bank branch and the beer taps are fitted into the front of the old vault.My wife ordered two appetizers as a lunch meal - the appetizer portion of crab cakes and the Crispy Bangkok Brussels (which the menu bills as "tossed in Thai chili sauce, toasted cashews, mint, and sriracha aioli". The brussel sprouts was a large portion - intended to be shared - and my wife did indeed share them with me. Both were excellent.I ordered the Sweet Whiskey Burger which was topped with carmelized onions, smoked bacon, white American cheese and a whiskey glaze. It comes with chips but I upgraded to fries and I am SO GLAD I did. The burger was exceptional (definitely makes my "TOP 5" list and the fries were incredible. These were among the best fries I've had. Since my wife was sharing her brussel sprouts, I shared my fries with her. She's not as big of a burger and fries fan as I am but she also loved the fries.The service was excellent and the server was very personable and friendly."

The Olde Oak

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (123) • $

"Stopped in for happy hour drinks. It was raining so we had two. The staff paid the right amount of attention to us. Very spacious bar. Looked like quite a few regulars were there."

Peru Taco Bar

★★★★★ 4.6 (67) • $$

"OVERALL 5 STAR RATING, with 22 of 25 being 5*s - what else do I need to say...?!?We dined here again. Same experience - awesome drinks and food, friendly service, good prices, completely 100% satisfied.OMG, you will increase the happiness in your life if you order a whole grilled chicken, fried rice (trust me), bacon beans, and the light green sauce (I think it's creamed jalapenos).I love their Jalapeno Margarita - not too spicy, just right, super flavorful. She likes the Perfect Margarita.Folks, this is a gem. Small, family-owned, and the clearly care.Go, just go... you'll thank me. And you'll probably see us there."

Habaneros Tacos Tequila Mezcal

★★★★☆ 3.8 (96) • $$

"Great food. Ordered carry out at the bar. Spread of street tacos; steak (the best) chicken (very good) fish (quality fish meat). Queso and chips were good. The tortillas were fresh and delicious. Kids got the mozzarella sticks, loved them. I'm allergic to dairy and I was able to have the steak & chicken tacos. Also had the chips, all with no issue."

CJ's Soul Food

★★★★☆ 3.6 (103)

"Oh CJ's how you fill my heart with joy. The soul roll is Probably one of the best things I've put in my mouth this year (pause). nah fr tho they do a lot of things really really well here, the soul rolls are elite just rich and delicious stuffed with Mac and cheese, greens, yam & smoked turkey with a sweet little drizzle! The Fried chicken/wigs goodgawd seasoned to the bone, crispy crunchy juicy. The catfish is legitimately the best catfish I've ever eaten. Period. Cornbread is buttery and moist. The Mac and cheese is top tier also has a Cajun vibe to it, it's a creamy Mac not a cheese pull Mac if you catch my drift. All the dang food is good. Ambiance is a personal choice they do live bands and DJ's and whatnot I personally was vibing and was pretty much bobbing my head the entire time while eating my food but the wifey thought it was too load, probably because she wanted to talk the entire time but ya know, god is good. lol. The have amazing murals of some African American legends all over the walls Kobe, prince, Aretha, Bernie, Aliyah and many other greats that have passed. Service was aight, drink ran out never got refilled but whatever, was a little slow on food coming out but we did order like $140+ worth of food. Now for a controversial topic, automatic 18% gratuity and $5 per person for the DJ and or band that's preforming. I'm on the I really don't care side of things but I can see it running people the wrong way. It's also not my first time being here so I already knew what it was. All in all tho I love this place. 8.9 out of 10"

Khaab Indian Kitchen & Bar

★★★★☆ 4.3 (68) • $$

"Indian food is a favorite of mine and I love trying out new Indian restaurants when I travel and when I'm craving a nice cozy meal at home. Locally I'm a big fan of Aab and Haveli Bistro and from what I hear, this actually used to be an Aab but they changed ownership recently. I was up to giving them a try and lucky for me (and you) they offer delivery directly from their Yelp page, easy peasy.My food arrived piping hot which tells me that they took the time to really wrap it all up nicely. I ordered the garlic naan and navratan korma and both were incredible. The naan was soft and pillowy but at the same time sturdy enough to handle the weight of the veggies in my korma dish. For those that don't know, navratan korma is a mixture of vegetables tossed in a creamy sauce with raisins and cashews. It's my all time favorite Indian dish and goodness did they do it right! I was really caught off guard by how tasty it was. I'll definitely add Khaab to my small list of go-to Indian restaurants around the 614. Give it a try!"

Fronimo's Downtown

★★★★★ 4.5 (58) • $$$

"Food was high quality and love mixed together. Service is outstanding.. Melissa was always checking on me to make sure my experience was perfect. Ambiance was not loud, good music, it's a nice place to relax."

Rox Gastropub

★★★★★ 4.6 (52) • $$

"Wonderful little spot, we had dinner here while visiting Wooster OH. One of the best wood fired pizzas I've ever had! The homemade crust is outa this world!Special thank you to our waitress Colleen for make our experience wonderful and welcoming of service dogs"