These restaurants represent the best of Columbus’ East Side.
I’m pretty much a product of Columbus’ east side. It nursed me as a babe, raised me as a kid, and taught me life lessons as an adult with some pretty tough love. I may have spent some time away, but east Columbus will always be home. So that’s why I have to show some love to all the diners and eateries over on this side of town.
Whether you live out here and you need help finding your new favorite restaurant or you live on the West side of town and need to recognize our restaurant superiority, here are 15 places on the east side that everyone in the city needs to try.
Pita House
What people are saying: “Every single thing I had last night was Flavorful and Amazing.” -Facebook.
Where: 2996 E Broad St, Columbus, OH 43209
TAT Ristorante De Famiglia
What people are saying: “Cannoli was divine, meatball sub also divine. I’ll be craving this.” -Yelp
Where: 1210 S James Rd, Columbus, OH 43227
Aab Indian Restaurant
What people are saying: “I thought the food was great! Loved the atmosphere and the culture being on display.” -Facebook
Where: 2400 E Main St, Bexley, OH 43209
Giuseppe’s Ritrovo
What people are saying: “Food was truly amazing and delicious. Beet salad was so tasty and the warm mozzarella was so smooth and fluffy almost like biting into a marshmallow.” -Facebook.
Where: 2268 E Main St, Columbus, OH 43209
Black Creek Bistro
What people are saying: “A wonderful place for everyone. Vegan and Vegetarian are fresh and inventive.” -Yelp
Where: 51 Parsons Ave, Columbus, OH 43215
The Top Steakhouse
What people are saying: “You can never go wrong eating at the Top. The Rat Pack atmosphere, food and drinks are exceptional.” -Facebook
Where: 2891 E Main St, Columbus, OH 43209
The Crest Gastropub
What people are saying: “The beer selection is awesome, the food was great, and our server was the perfect amount of chatty.” -Facebook
Where: 621 Parsons Ave, Columbus, OH 43206
Skillet
What people are saying: “Been here twice and loved it both times. I like the fact that they use local ingredients and the menu changes all the time.” -Yelp
Where: 410 E Whittier St, Columbus, OH 43206
Yellow Brick Pizza
What people are saying: “They offer fresh, creative combinations as well as gluten-free crust options.” -Facebook
Where: 892 Oak St, Columbus, OH 43205
The Angry Baker
What people are saying: “Cute and quaint. The atmosphere is perfect for studying and people watching.” -Facebook
Where: 891 Oak St, Columbus, OH 43205
B & K Smokehouse
What people are saying: “This place is awesome!! James one of the owners was very friendly and offers free samples to help us decide on what to get.” -Yelp
Where: 1114 E Main St, Columbus, OH 43205
What the Waffle
What people are saying: “This is the sit-down breakfast you always want to treat yourself to with the convenience of being able to take it home or to work with you.” -Facebook
Where: 1117 Oak St, Columbus, OH 43205
Way Down Yonder
What people are saying: “Outside of actually being in New Orleans – this is the best food we’ve had!” -Facebook
Where: 1117 Oak St, Columbus, OH 43205
Stav’s Diner
What people are saying: “Awesome awesome breakfast . Really chill diner close to Columbus airport.” -Yelp
Where: 2932 E Broad St, Columbus, OH 43209
Golden Donuts Diner
What people are saying: “Great local business. Been getting the apple fritters since I was a tot!” -Yelp
Where: 1928 Lockbourne Rd, Columbus, OH 43207
