FYR Short North

We went here for our anniversary and the customer experience was top tier! The staff even remembered the small details and gave us a small display. Our waiter was very attentive, and well informed about their menu options. We ordered the ceviche and it was delicious. 10/10You can't go wrong with their empanadas if you're not sure what to get. They have a lot of different entrees but we went with their lamb shanks and it was a great choice. Definitely a heavier plate so keep that in mind. As our sides- we chose their roasted carrots and potatoes and it went well with the lamb. We spent about $182 for a meal for two not including tip. 10/10 recommend.

Wife and I usually have a rule - no dining at hotel restaurants in our hometown of Columbus. They tend not to impress foodies, but wife made a mistake and booked a reservation at Fyr not realizing it's inside the Hilton downtown, and yea, Fyr didn't impress...Let me be clear, objective and fair - we had a pleasant meal. The food was entirely edible and pretty OK. Service was fantastic. The restaurant has a nice interior - not super-impressive like a Cameron Mitchell restaurant - but nice for an upscale restaurant stuck inside a Hilton hotel.But for $450 bucks (including tax + tip) for 4 people - 4 non-steak entrees, a few shared apps + sides, and 1 cocktail each - this was noticeably pricy for what we got. None of us ordered steak because the steak prices were even higher and would have pushed the bill over $500.None of the food was bad - we didn't even think about sending anything back - it's just that nothing was great. There wasn't much we would be excited to order again, and none of us would return to Fyr at these prices.Drinks - let me mention the Caipirinha - Caipirinhas are simple - lime juice, casasha (Brazilian case rum), sugar - on ice. Some folks add a splash of water. BUT THEY NEED THE SUGAR. It's not a proper Caipirinha if it's just lime juice, casasha and ice. I have a Brazilian friend who taught me to make a proper caipirinha, and this wasn't it. We sent it back and swapped for something else, but the bar manager needs to check how some of the bartenders are making this iconic Brazilian cocktail because mine was solid acid with no sweetness, and that's not how they're supposed to taste.Again - service was EXCELLENT. We encountered probably 6 different people working there, and every one was very friendly, welcoming, and provided great service. The chef said hello twice. But the $40 New Zealand Lamb Shank was "gamey" (and I eat a LOT of lamb), the $55 Iberico Pork Secreto was unnecessarily greasy (we ate quite a bit of Pork Secreto in Spain), and the $34 Amish Chicken was under-seasoned.Mom always said "Freddy, you can say something good about anything", so here goes Mom - the grilled cauliflower was awesome (we were inspired and will make it this summer - I would never have had the nerve to put that much char on a piece of cauliflower, and it was awesome), the 2 lbs of mussels were generous and the broth was REALLY tasty, and the $15 pair of empanadas were pretty good.Ok, Mom, you're right like usual - I'd order cauliflower and mussels again...All in all, if I were visiting from out of town, no car, staying in the Hilton, and attending a business conference across the street at the Convention Center and spending from a generous company expense account, Fyr is fine for a hotel restaurant.But if you're a Columbus local, and a foodie, and you don't want to bring an unnecessarily fat wallet, Fyr was only ok. There are a LOT of great restaurants in this town, including several within walking distance of the hotel...

My experience at FYR was disappointing, I left regretting my decision to eat here. Very underwhelming! The whole branzino was actually not a whole fish but butterflied, the asparagus stems were woody and overcooked, the potatoes were swimming in a pool of oil. The service was mediocre as our server didn't even ask how our food was. We were the only individuals in the restaurant as it was 10:00 and they were closing soon but that shouldn't be an excuse for mediocrity. We're staying in the hotel and left wishing we would have went elsewhere. Update: We ended up having to order room service

FYR js a restaurant inside Hilton downtown hotel in Columbus area that displays a great Argentinian inspired menu. Definitely their meat exceeded our expectations and if you love everything fire roasted you will love everything else they serve as well.I appreciated all the veggie options, many different appetizers as well as sides that made an amazing way to share plates for the table. Service was impeccable and can't wait to be back for a lunch menu next time. And if you ever been to Argentina you know that dulce de lech pancake is usually a lot different from what they serve but I appreciate that they even have it on the menu.

Perhaps the worst part of getting food poisoning is when you spend $150 to get it. . . .Had a work related visit to Columbus and was staying at the HIlton. For a weeknight, the area was relatively busy given the Blue jackets were playing.I tri3d to avoid pricy places like Fyr for the evening. After walking a few blocks out and being consistently told for the long wait, I came back to my hotel, begrudgingly willing to top dollar for dinner.Walked unto a well decor modern appearing place. Open concept. Kitchen was kinda cool with the open fire.Service was polite and timely, absolutely no concerns. Had good explanations and recommendations.I made my own, custom cocktail that was well delivered with a good pour of spirit. Given the good pour, I didn't mind the price tag.I got the empanadas, iberico pork, smashed potato and PBC. The empanadas were absolutely fantastic. Piping hot, rich dough with gentle bite was fluffy crust. The filling perfectly seasoned. Finished these without regret. The iberico pork was advertised as a show stopper; undoubtedly juicy and rich, however, contrasted with a stringy, tough texture. The pork was topped with some greens including fresh jalapeños alongside gentle dressing. The salad tasted odd and I could not decide if it was the dressing choice or just bad greens. Turns out it was the latter.Spent the whole night hugging the toilet. Nearly ruined my expensive work trip. Would not recommend as while there are some ups, it's not worth ruining several days after.

So good. Great food, service and drinks inside a Hilton Hotel. We enjoyed this Argentinian infused restaurant so much.The charred gem Caesar was so good! Even the sourdough toast was delish. Everyone loved their mains and the cocktails were great too.

Not sure how this place isn't 5 stars all around- everything I tried was PHENOMENAL! The empanadas were so flavorful and a great starter to split up. All veggie sides really shined, and the table favorite was definitely the rich & creamy gnocchi soufflé. The lamb was so tender and flavorful, and steak tartare was a bit on the spicy side for my preference in a steak tartare but delicious nonetheless.Desserts were both excellent, there wasn't a single plate that wasn't clean by the end of this meal! Service was great as well, super friendly and helped us navigate the menu and made amazing suggestions. He even brought us the eggplant, which we didn't order but were interested in, and it was my favorite side of the night!

The best kept secret in the Short North. Thanks to my husband, he found it on yelp and off we went. We hit it last Friday, a little early, 530ish, parked at the GCCC surface lot and walked a block down the street. Admittedly, I had never heard of it then we approached the Hilton and saw the sign. Better. We're Hilton Diamond members. The inside is lovely and the staff is awesome. Sat at the bar with a view of High St. It sits in the convention center so it's a little convention-y feel but the food is awesome and the drinks are incredible. The bill was not cheap and that's ok. You get what you pay for - really impressive and would come here again. Plus, as Hilton Diamond members you rack up serious HH points! :) Score!

First visit but definitely not our last. This restaurant is located in the Hilton hotel downtown and the entrance can be a little difficult to find from the street. We made a reservation and I'm glad we did as it become super busy while we were there. They have a very full cocktail and wine menu with a couple beers on draft. The cocktails were beautifully crafted but the food was the star! Our table ordered multiple dishes and were impressed with the presentation. The stars of the show were definitely the roasted tomato and the Gnocchi but everything was delicious. The service was top notch and our server had multiple recommendations for us. Would 100% go back again and recommend for a nice evening out.

Very classy yet casual restaurant inside the Hilton. Our server, Ryan, had a deep understanding of the menu and recommended some dishes that our party really enjoyed. Pork Secreto was a winner, as was the whole cauliflower. The Damon was also very good- crispy skin with a side of hominy. The meats are a la carte, and some of the items are tapas style, meant to be shared. They have a very nice bar, and you can eat there as well. I'm usually underwhelmed by hotel restaurants, but Fyr is definitely very good!