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The Best Restaurants & Food in Columbus

Columbus has quietly become one of the best food cities in the Midwest. From James Beard-nominated chefs to beloved neighborhood spots, we cover every corner of the Columbus food scene from new openings to the best burgers, pizza, brunch, date night restaurants, and everything worth eating and drinking in the city.

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Vegetarian Restaurant, Comune, Is Open-And It’s Fantastic

You know how to tell if someone is a vegetarian? Don’t worry, they’ll tell you. I feel like it’s totally safe for me to say that, as a vegetarian myself. While Columbus has a handful of great vegetarian restaurants and even more restaurants with a few good veggie options, I can’t tell you the joy

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Antiques On High Has Delicious Drinks And An Epic Rooftop Bar

Seventh Son’s latest adventure, Antiques on High, is officially open. The brewery is located at 741 S. High St. in a former antique mall. The 5,000 square foot bar has a beautiful, retro vibe featuring dark hardwoods, stone accents, and pops of bright color throughout. Antiques on High is the coziest bar I’ve been to

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This Authentic South End Diner Will Transport You Back In Time

Nestled on the southern edge of Columbus, on South High Street, you’ll find an old school diner that will transport you back in time. Dan’s Drive In Diner originally opened in 1952 at the corner of Mound and High. In 1957, it moved to it’s current location and has been an icon in the neighborhood

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15 Things Every Buckeye Fan Needs For The Perfect Watch Party

Planning the perfect Buckeye Party can be a little stressful. What kind of food will you serve? Is your house sufficiently decked out to show your Buckeye Pride? Is your Woody Hayes bobblehead positioned correctly to ensure a victory? Okay, maybe that last thing is just something I worry about, but we all have our

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Pecan Penny’s Is Totally Awesome, Just Don’t Park In The Parking Lot

Another day, another new restaurant to try in Columbus. Since there’s no such thing as “too much barbecue”, I have no problem admitting I was pretty excited to check out Pecan Penny’s. The restaurant is the latest soon-to-be-success from the business owners behind Olde Towne Tavern and The Walrus, Olde Towne Partners restaurant group. Pecan

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The Castle Is The Fanciest White Castle You’ll Ever Dine In

The fanciest White Castle I’ve ever seen is open the Short North. The site used to be home to a traditional, fortress-style restaurant, but a mixed-use development has moved onto the lot and transformed the fast food icon. It’s light, bright, and airy on the inside, offering a modern take on the smash burger classic.

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The Best Nitro Brew Coffee In Columbus

I’m a sucker for coffee in most forms, and nitro brews are no exception. Nitro brew coffees are cold brew coffees poured with nitrogen, which smooths the coffee, counters the acidity, and gives it a creamy texture with a foamy head, much like beer. The trend isn’t new, but there’s no better coffee beverage to

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Golden Donuts & Diner Has The Best Breakfast In Columbus

There’s nothing I love more than discovering a new hidden gem. In Columbus, I learn about new restaurants, bars, and events every day. But the day that I learned about Golden Donuts & Diner will stick out for the rest of my life. I love breakfast food. We’re talking Ron Swanson-levels of love here. So

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Cousins Maine Lobster Truck Rolling Into Columbus

The best part about going to the East Coast is eating delicious lobster rolls. But who has the time to go to Maine? If you need a lobster roll fix but you’re not leaving the capital city, don’t worry. On April 27 from 4 p.m. to midnight, the Cousins Maine Lobster food truck will make

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Two Columbus Restaurants Earned AAA’s 2018 Four Diamond Award

For yet another year, M at Miranova and The Refectory Restaurant and Bistro have been awarded a Four Diamond Award from AAA. M at Miranova was recognized for the 12th year in a row, while 2018 marks the 23rd year of the award for The Refectory. Although Columbus has gotten used to these two restaurants

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A New Candy Emporium Is Opening At Easton This Week And It’s So Extra

Are you always looking for ways to satisfy that never-ending sweet tooth? via GIPHY On Friday, February 2, It’Sugar will open their doors at Easton Town Center. The new shop is located in Easton Station Building on the first level. According to Easton, It’Sugar is “a trendy sweets shop where you’ll experience an unpredictable sense

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Pins Mechanical Co. Is Now Open In Dublin

Love Pins Mechanical Co. but sick of fighting Downtown traffic for a little happy hour fun? You’re in luck. Today, Pins Mechanical Co. opened the doors to their new Dublin location for the first time. The new spot, located in the up-and-coming Bridge Park district, is nestled in an area full of restaurants, bars, and

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The Pink Flamingo Is Unlike Any Restaurant You’ve Seen Before

What if dinner in Columbus meant an evening with friends like no other? That’s exactly what startup restaurant concept, The Pink Flamingo, is planning to do. The Pink Flamingo will hold pop-up dinner’s every other week through March. The food is a variety of plant-based dishes, using local and organic produce. It won’t just be

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