Diners' Choice: Best Food restaurants in Columbus

OpenTable

Updated February 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall cuisine in Columbus? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Six Hundred Downtown

4.8

4.8 (773)

$30 and under

Italian

Bellefontaine

About the restaurant

Six Hundred Downtown is a good old fashioned pizzeria, the way they used to be and they the way they were meant to be. We feel that pizza making is an art and we strive to create the best pizza we possibly can. We hand spin our pizzas the old fashioned way and we bake our pizzas in an old fashioned brick oven.

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Cheryl

Dined on Feb 8, 2025

As always, great pizza and the pepperolis are enjoyed by all at the family table! Caio Bella

The Alcove Restaurant & Lounge

4.9

4.9 (1293)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Columbus

About the restaurant

Founded in 1911 as a small ice cream and candy shop in the heart of Downtown Mount Vernon, The Alcove offers the finest dining experience in Central Ohio. Our diverse menu includes steak and seafood favorites as well as our signature Prime Rib of Beef available Thursday, Friday & Saturday evenings. Within feet of one-of-a-kind shops, just a block away from The Grand Hotel, across the street from The Woodward Opera House, and a few miles from Kenyon College and the Mount Vernon Nazarene University, our establishment is a great location for gathering with loved ones young, elderly, and in between. Whether you're entertaining or looking to be entertained, The Alcove is the perfect spot for you. | Join us today to experience Casual Elegance. We'll save you a seat. | Reservations and Carry-Out orders may also be made by calling us at 740.392.3076.

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Jon

Dined 3 days ago

Absolutely perfect !!! Always a wonderful meal and great service as well .

Arch City Tavern

4.8

4.8 (186)

$30 and under

Grill

Columbus

About the restaurant

Arch City Tavern is a contemporary gastropub located in the heart of the Short North. Guests can stop in for lunch, dinner & late night to enjoy local craft beer, seasonal cocktails and recipes prepared with locally sourced ingredients. Make sure to check out the decor and 20-foot pencil drawing of Old Columbus for a taste of the area's history. Come visit us for Happy Hour M-F 3-6:00pm and weekend brunch Sat & Sun 11am-3pm.

Reservations are limited. We save a majority of our tables for walk-in seating. Reservations are available before and after OSU Football games, but not during. For reservations of 12+ people, please email archcitytavern@gmail.com.

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Jodi

Dined 3 days ago

The Arch City Tavern Burger might be my all-time favorite! And the Moscow Mule? So grid!

Lindey's

4.9

4.9 (9213)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

German Village

About the restaurant

Lindey's has been consistently voted one of Columbus' top restaurants for the past 38 years, and has been featured in the Washington Post, USA Today, the New York Times, Gourmet Magazine, The BigTen Network and the book "As the Tables Turn" by Sue Doody & Michael Rosen.

Lindey's is a high-energy, white tablecloth restaurant serving the finest American cuisine in an upper east side New York bistro setting. Nestled in historic German Village, the design incorporates original artwork, bentwood chairs, copper topped bars and hardwood floors. With its exciting and vibrant atmosphere, Lindey's has three main dining rooms, three private party rooms and an award winning outdoor courtyard that has been voted one of the top 100 patios in America by OpenTable.

Top review

Dante

Dined 7 days ago

Good service and food for fair prices. Server had great recommendations

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4.8

4.8 (951)

$31 to $50

Indian

Short North - Arena District

About the restaurant

ROOH is a progressive Indian restaurant. Meaning soul or spirit, ROOH brings the spirit of India to Columbus. Renowned Executive Chef, Sujan Sarkar blends charming, seasonal dishes that are an interpretation of customary Indian sensibilities with his use of international techniques.

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As a Courtesy to all guests, please limit your time with us to 2 hours for parties of 2-4, and 2.5 hours for parties larger than 4. We have a grace period of 15 minutes.

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terrance

Dined 5 days ago

Had an amazing experience at the Rooh. very accommodating to our experience as well to our 13months old child who dined with us. Perfect pre Valentine day experience. highly recommend. 5 stars. the Beef rib meal was amazing with white rice enough food.

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4.8

4.8 (168)

$30 and under

Asian

Columbus

About the restaurant

With almost a decade of experience cooking in the finest restaurants and making sushi, our chef is excited to present their vision to you and all our guests. Our caring and committed staff make sure you have a fantastic experience. Eat what you love at Domo. Come enjoy our fresh sushi and Japanese/Korean dishes.

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davidVIP

Dined 2 days ago

I go to this restaurant all the time and the service, staff ,food and experience never disappoint. It’s definitely a gem in Columbus.

South Village Grille

4.9

4.9 (1080)

$30 and under

American

German Village

About the restaurant

If you are looking for a place in Columbus, OH where you can kick back and have good food and drinks, drop by South Village Grille. Located in the heart of the bustling neighborhood of German Village, our restaurant boasts a Modern American menu that is rooted in European cooking techniques. We offer a range of dishes that everyone can enjoy, including pizzas, steaks, and fresh oysters.

Our drink selection is among the best in the area. We have an extensive wine list that pairs well with Modern American cuisine. In addition, we offer unique and flavorful cocktails, each of which is designed with a new perspective in mind.

Visit us and taste the South Village Grille difference for yourself. Our restaurant is open every day of the week, and brunch on the weekends. We look forward to having you dine with us.

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jason

Dined 2 days ago

Our server was so wonderful with such calm and affirming energy. The food was amazing, just a beautiful place. Wish parking was easier but this wont bea Deal breaker for us. Its worth the trip

The Avenue - Grandview

4.9

4.9 (3975)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Grandview Heights

About the restaurant

A warm place in the heart of Grandview.

Welcome to The Avenue.

An all-occasion steak tavern that glows with sizzle and warmth. Serving fine steaks and tavern fare to family and friends in Grandview's historic Bank Block Neighborhood. Serving Dinner Nightly.

Join us for Monday Wine Night - select bottles of wine at select prices - every Monday 4p-9p! Our happy hour is Monday-Friday 4p-6p in our bar.

We now offer online ordering! Place your order for curbside pick-up at https://theavenuesteaktavern.com!

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Mason

Dined 3 days ago

This was my first time at The Avenue, and it was stunning. Exceptional service, paired with exquisite food, made the Valentine weekend one to remember. We plan on this being our annual Valentines date destination.

Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse-Dublin

4.8

4.8 (1428)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Dublin

About the restaurant

Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse is an award-winning prime steakhouse specializing in aged USDA prime steaks. Located in the Columbus suburb of Dublin just off Route 161 at I-270, Hyde Park is minutes from all Dublin-area hotels, Old Dublin, Coffman Park, and the legendary Muirfield Village Golf Club. The restaurant offers a chef-inspired menu featuring variations of its legendary aged prime steaks, daily chef’s fresh fish features, and great seafood. Award-winning menus, the extensive wine list, and exceptional service are why Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse is the ultimate fine-dining choice for special gatherings, intimate dinners, corporate events & business meetings. Private dining rooms available. Complimentary valet parking offered.

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ThomasVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Another awesome Valentine’s dinner provided by the Hyde Park staff. Everything was 6⭐️ once again. Special thanks to Ashley for her wonderful service. She took very good care of us and it was truly appreciated. We shared a chop chop salad and an order of the calamari. The lobster bisque was delicious as was the surf and turf. My filet was cooked just as I requested and the lobster tails were very nice, My wife enjoyed her sea bass. No room for dessert unfortunately however the cheesecake was tempting. I did close the evening out with a nice cappuccino! Thanks for another awesome Hype Park experience! Well worth the trip from Zanesville! We'll be back for our anniversary in July!

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4.8

4.8 (1035)

$31 to $50

Italian

Powell

About the restaurant

Novella Osteria is a neighborhood Italian restaurant that focuses on true authentic Italian cuisine. We take pride in our hand-crafted fresh pasta that is complimented by a unique and inviting beverage menu that is based on our philosophy of less is more. We invite you to come and experience Novella Osteria where good food and sincere hospitality is done daily.

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Mike

Dined 3 days ago

An outstanding meal! The pasta was freshly made and cooked perfectly. Dishes were very flavorful and filling. Great service as well. Highly recommend.

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