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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.
From a 28th-floor lounge downtown to a Dublin rooftop over the Scioto, these are the 12 best rooftop bars and restaurants in Columbus, all checked open.
Looking for a Columbus brunch spot? These restaurants are serving up everything from classic eggs to creative weekend plates.
It’s the beginning of the month so that means that it’s time to look at all the new restaurants in Columbus.
From traditional French cuisine to approachable American fine dining and everything in between, Columbus has some fantastic fine dining spots.
There’s a lot to love about German Village. It’s charming, it’s quaint, and it is home to some of the best restaurants in town.
Looking for the perfect date night spot? These romantic restaurants in Columbus set the mood with cozy vibes and incredible food.
For when you have a Ron Swanson-level craving for diner food, it’s time to head to the diners in Columbus that we all love.
Sometimes you just need something delicious and affordable to get you through the day.
The 62 best restaurants in Columbus, Ohio for 2026: brunch, tacos, BBQ, steak, and fine dining, sorted by craving and checked for what’s still open.
From upscale drinks and fine dining to casual eateries, the Short North has it all.
There are a lot of great spots to enjoy a delicious burger in this city, and of course, we’ve got suggestions.
Here’s where you can get a bowl of the best food ever invented. Ramen4life! Is that a thing?
Get out there and taste what the amazing Columbus brewery scene has to offer. Cheers!
Whether you’re looking for the perfect gift or a sweet treat to enjoy for yourself, these Columbus chocolate shops have you covered.
Whether you’re looking for buckeye candies or buckeye-inspired treats, we’ve got some suggestions.
All good things must come to an end, sadly, even restaurants we all know and love. Here are the restaurants that closed this month.
Columbus has one of the best donut shops in the country, according to a national site that has spent years ranking donuts from coast to coast. 2foodtrippers ranks Destination Donuts No. 28 on its “30 Great Donuts in America” list, which got a fresh update on Aug. 13. The food and travel site has kept
Rocket Fizz is now open at Bridge Park in Dublin, bringing international soda, nostalgic candy, retro toys and plenty of weird flavors.
Bristol Republic is returning to Dublin Sept. 10 with Southern food, live music, 20 TVs, weekend brunch and a new whiskey lounge.
Treat every day like National Margarita Day, including today.
There’s nothing quite like an icy, sweet treat on a hot summer day. Luckily, Columbus has some fantastic ice cream shops.
Sweet Carrot is serving its famous comfort food at the Ohio State Fair through Aug. 9. Here’s what to order before it’s gone.
Anything Bagel is opening in the former Block’s Bagels space, reviving the beloved original Block’s recipe for Columbus bagel lovers.
Three Oaks Vineyard in Granville will close after the 2026 season. Here’s what to know before the beloved Central Ohio winery retires.
Cobra just earned the title of Best U.S. Restaurant Bar at the 2026 Spirited Awards, putting a Columbus favorite in the national spotlight.
Fourteen years ago, an Illinois winery chain nobody in Ohio had heard of decided that its very first restaurant outside its home state would go in at Easton. That move has worked out well for Cooper’s Hawk, which now has locations across the country and one of the largest wine clubs in the world. Now
OX-B’s Chicken will permanently close its Short North restaurant on July 26. Here’s why the location is closing and what’s next.
Yats will close its longtime Grandview restaurant on Aug. 20 after 12 years, but fans can still find its Cajun fare on the food truck.
Slutty Vegan, the famous Atlanta plant-based burger brand, is coming to Columbus in 2026 with a new location opening this fall.