The Refectory Restaurant

One of the best dining experiences I've had in Columbus. Honestly, I'm surprised Refectory doesn't have a Michelin star. Service, food, and ambiance were all phenomenal. Everything was so personalized. We tried many different items, including the chef's tasting menu.Highlights from the dinner were the butternut veloute, the Dover sole, and the pear tart. I will dream of these dishes.Refectory will definitely be the place I take visitors from now on. Can't believe I had never been there considering I've been in Columbus most of my life.

Best fine dining in Columbus, hands down! Had large group and tried chef courses plus off the menu selections. We had wine and hand made cocktails as well. Service, food and drinks were all exceptional. No hurrying to turn the table either. 5 stars all around! Only negative was charge back to customer for using credit card. Really guys??!!! Absorb this in your profit margin...this place is not inexpensive and I find this practice bush league frankly.

This is our 3rd time here.Servers: 2/5After we sat down, we had to wait forever for our server to bring the wine menu, and then had to wait awhile for him to take our food order. After that, he didn't show up until we had finished our dessert and placed our card on the table.The other server (who didn't take our order) took really good care of us. I guess that how they work ‍Food: 3/5* Escargot: good.* Seafood trio: 2.5/5. Cold and lacking flavor.* Duck with rabbit dish: 3.5/5. To be honest the duck breast was the best thing we have, but the reason why I gave 3.5 because the other components didn't seem to complement the duck.The rabbit... was okay.* Ostrich dish: 3.5/5. The flavor was okay, but it tasted like regular beef stew. Same thing with the duck dish, the other components didn't seem to complement the ostrich, especially the ratatouille.

Everything was super delicious and the wait staff was exceptional. Love that they have a coat check so you don't have to have your coat on the back on your chair.

Such an amazing place! We came here to celebrate my books being available on audio. It's been a long time coming and wouldn't you know the staff had a congratulations card written up for me. Then to top it off they presented us with a one year anniversary card. The staff here is first class and attentive. They take the time to explain the menu and how everything is prepared. To many places rush you in and out but the staff here welcomes you in to relax and enjoy all that they offer. For me this time around I was instinctively drawn to the escargot. It's always fascinated me how each place has their own interpretation, but Refactory does it to perfection. I ordered the duck and as always no one comes close to what they do here. If you're looking for a special place to escape with a loved one or to come and celebrate with a group you must come here. They will never disappoint oh and don't forget dessert. A true YUM factor at the Refactory. Can't wait to return and if you're interested in the history they have even shown items from the Titanic this past April. Talk about being in the know!Great job guys and gals. Keep doing what you do best!See you soon.

This would have been a good experience if the food was priced at $50/meal. But, at over $200/meal, I felt cheated. I was seated at a table in the bar area and did not get the feel of dining in a nice "high in" dining room. The service was extremely slow, and the food was average at best. I ordered a fillet mignon - cooked medium. I received a well-done steak (no pink or red to be found). I wanted to take my dessert home. The waiter took the dessert and never came back with it, so we forgot it. The menu did not have prices, so we did not know the cost until we got the check. Although money was not an issue for me, if I knew the cost I would have decided if I wanted to pay for steak that was not cooked as I ordered. I was very disappointed and expected more at this price point. I have gotten better food and service at Texas Roadhouse. Signed: "feeling cheated"

I've lost count how many times we have experienced The Refectory. One of our family faves. IMO it is the closest restaurant in Central Ohio that could/should have a Michelin *. They have successfully made the transition from traditional plating to small plates. Chef produces a different menu almost everyday. Check their website. The environment continues to be 5*. We love to sit in the bar area. Service is attentive but a bit amateurish. That's ok, professional servers are a thing of the past. Our server was menu knowledgeable and super personable. We ordered a salad app, bread and two plates. I think we should have gotten a third plate but the selections were minimal. We ended with the pear tart.App. Small plates. Desert. 5*. Our house Cabernet. 5*Our house Old Fashion was a disappointment at $15. We had to send it back to sweeten it up...and it was drowned in ice. I love that I can keep commenting that this is a 5* establishment.

A delightful high end French restaurant that specializes in heavenly small plates.It's easy to see why they've been satisfying for over thirty years. The service is impeccable. The remarkable atmosphere is sophisticated, chic....very fancy!Every plate was sensational and service included a detailed description when served. The wine pairings were expert. It's the most satisfying $$$$ experience you'll have. I recommend them for all your special occasion celebrations. 06/24

Great experience yet again, never disappointing. Food was tasty, fresh -in one word- delicious.presentation -innovative and truly very appetizing . Service is impeccable, just as any other times we attended. Staff is very knowledgeable and polite. Definitely recommended , provided you like good quality food.

The entire staff made our dining experience the best we have had anywhere! This was perfect for celebrating an early Valentine's Day and early Birthday. Could not have asked for better food, service, and ambiance! We will be back on a regular basis!!