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A photo of Domo restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(143)
Price: Moderate
• Asian • Columbus
Booked 30 times today
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.
A photo of Forno Kitchen and Bar restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2856)
Price: Moderate
• American • Short North - Arena District
Booked 158 times today
Located in the heart of the Short North Arts District, Forno offers the best atmosphere and contemporary cuisine in the city, with alluring views of our custom stone-fire oven and High Street happenings. An unrivaled Happy Hour includes hand-crafted drinks, wine by the glass, Ohio drafts, signature pizzas and sharables. Stop in and see why we’ve been ranked as one of Forbes Top 100 Hottest Restaurants in America! Please call us at 614-469-0053 to make a reservation!
A photo of Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Columbus restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(5110)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Short North - Arena District
Booked 74 times today
Jeff Ruby is widely considered one of the nation's preeminent restaurateurs. And, while national organizations like Zagat, Food Network, USAToday, and Wine Spectator rank his steakhouses among the best in the country - making him a celebrity in his own right, it is his total commitment to the finest food, impeccable service, and a total dining experience unlike any other that keep his loyal fans coming back year after year.
A photo of Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse-Downtown Columbus restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1997)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Short North - Arena District
Booked 68 times today
Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse is an award-winning prime steakhouse specializing in aged USDA prime steaks. Positioned at the gateway of the Short North arts & entertainment district, Hyde Park is located adjacent to the Greater Columbus Convention Center and a short walk from the major downtown hotels, North Market, and Nationwide Arena. 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 impeccable service are why Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse is Columbus Ohio’s “go-to” fine-dining restaurant choice and place to be impressed, for convention goers, business meetings, corporate events, intimate dinners & special occasions. Private event rooms available; heated covered outdoor dining; valet parking offered - $10
A photo of The Guild House - Columbus restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(3870)
Price: Expensive
• American • Columbus
Booked 95 times today
The Guild House is an artisan eatery featuring creative American cuisine available for dinner. We proudly source locally grown ingredients whenever possible. Our chefs collaborate to create seasonal offerings that are regionally and globally inspired, all with artistic technique in an energetic and inviting space. Our wine list includes wines from around the world that are diverse and carefully selected, and our bar chefs craft fresh squeezed juices and spirits with skillful passion. Repurposed wood, local art and contemporary accents lend to The Guild House’s cosmopolitan character – suitable for revelry or relaxation.
A photo of The Avenue - Grandview restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(3888)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Grandview Heights
Booked 32 times today
The Avenue Steak Tavern is a beloved hot spot in Grandview, Columbus. With a glowing reputation for its warm ambiance, fine steaks, and exceptional service, it's a go-to for all special occasions. Reviews consistently praise the delicious food, outstanding service, and inviting atmosphere. One reviewer exclaimed, 'This is hands down our absolute favorite restaurant!' Another added, 'The service is OUTSTANDING. 10/10 everytime we've been!'
A photo of Barcelona Restaurant & Bar restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2105)
Price: Expensive
• Spanish • German Village
Booked 41 times today
Tucked away in historic German Village – an authentic global dining experience awaits. Inspired by seaside sangria and a walk on the Ramblas, Barcelona is a culinary fusion of metropolitan chic & Old World European charm. Barcelona was designed to be one of the premier independent restaurants in Columbus. We work hard to present a warm, inviting atmosphere; quality service; & above all, creative, exciting food and beverage offerings. We attribute our success to our service staff, unique, colorful individuals dedicated to exceeding your expectations. Whether it is dining at our historic bar, on the enchanting patio or in the main dining room, we hope you see the dedication of our staff each time you visit us.Creating memorable experiences by making your family our family through food and hospitality.Proud member of Columbus Independents.
A photo of Bristol Republic restaurant
4.5
Awesome(581)
Price: Moderate
• Barbecue • Columbus
Booked 16 times today
Welcome to Bristol Republic!Nestled in the heart of the Short North, Bristol Republic is a locally owned, Nashville inspired bar and restaurant serving up competition quality BBQ smoked in-house daily, ice cold craft beer, over 150 rare Bourbon and Whiskeys from well-known and independent distilleries across the country and live music (Friday & Saturday)! We are open Thursday-Sunday. Join us Saturday & Sunday mornings from 10am-3pm for our famous Southern Brunch! Menus can be found at our website.
A photo of Tucci's - Dublin restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(4316)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Dublin
Booked 94 times today
At Tucci's, we believe that a memorable dining experience is incomplete without the perfect wine pairing. Our wine program reflects our commitment to excellence, featuring over 470 meticulously chosen labels for bottle service and a diverse array of forty-three wines available By the Glass. From renowned Italian vintages to exquisite international selections, our wine list caters to a wide range of tastes and preferences. We have recently expanded our dining room and significantly enlarged our temperature-controlled Wine Cellar to showcase our 2,500+ bottle inventory which shows our dedication to preserving the quality and integrity of our wines. Utilizing state-of-the-art Enoline machines, we ensure that wines served By the Glass maintain their freshness, allowing our guests to enjoy estate-bottled selections that are typically unavailable in this format.
A photo of Mitchell's Ocean Club - Easton Town Center restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(9394)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Easton
Booked 93 times today
Mitchell's Ocean Club at Easton Town Center is a hot spot because of its excellent service, delicious food, and romantic ambiance. Reviewers consistently give high ratings for the overall experience, describing the food as 'excellent', the service as 'phenomenal', and the atmosphere as 'outstanding'. They also highlight the restaurant's versatility, recommending it for both casual dining and special occasions. The location is also praised for being easily accessible and in a convenient location.

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  • Matthew
    Alabama •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Everything from the service to the food was fantastic. Nick and Nick took great care of us and answered any questions we had. I would recommend Jeff Ruby's to to a one who want to have a tip notch dining experience go here
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    Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - ColumbusPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Short North - Arena District
    4.8
  • Jennifervip
    Columbus •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    The happy hour menu cannot be beat with value and variety. I brought three friends who have not been and they all cannot wait to come back. Got the agedashi tofu, edamame (chili soy), gyozas, red dragon roll, and a few other rolls from the HH menu. The regular menu is expansive and very good as well. Highly recommend!
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    DomoPrice: Moderate• Asian• Columbus
    4.8
  • Greg
    Columbus •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Great happy hour location! Many more food and drink choices than most restaurants on their happy hour menu. Food and service were great!
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    Forno Kitchen and BarPrice: Moderate• American• Short North - Arena District
    4.8
  • Destinyvip
    Tampa / Central Florida West •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    My husband and I came to Hyde Park to celebrate our wedding and pregnancy. We loved the entire experience. The staff were beyond welcoming, friendly, and personable. The food was top-notch. The steak was perfectly seasoned and had flavor (unlike others in the area). This is our favorite steakhouse in Columbus. My only concern was with valet. Unfortunately, there were cars parked in the front which seemed to block our access to valet. We did not want to hold up a lane of traffic, so drove around a couple of times for it to open up - but ended up in a near by garage. Walk was yuck, but did not taint our experience in the slightest. Very proud of the service at this location yesterday!
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    Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse-Downtown ColumbusPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Short North - Arena District
    4.8
  • OpenTable Diner
    Dallas - Fort Worth •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    This is where my boyfriend and I chose to eat as our first meal in Columbus, Ohio! It did not disappoint. We had an 8:45 reservation, but went early and sat at the bar to have a drink and a couple of appetizers. We ordered the steak tartare and the oyster mushrooms. The steak tartare was fresh, cold, and had your classic tartare flavor. Texture was great as the meat wasn’t over minced. The mushrooms were “calamari” style and came with a couple of dipping sauces. The truffle aioli and the tomato fondue. I do wish we had more bigger bites of the oyster mushroom. We were fishing for them on the plate. Once at a table (we asked to be moved in order to accommodate the addition of friends also flying in — which the staff kindly and graciously accommodated us) we ordered the lampchops with the vegetable fried rice. I do believe this was by far the best bite of our evening. Definitely a must try. For our entree, we ordered the agnolotti and the sea bass. The agnolotti was flavorful with a generous amount of lobster! The seabass was cooked well and the light broth it came with was delicious. We ordered broccolini as a side dish which also didn’t disappoint We’re excited to come back to try more menu items!
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    The Guild House - ColumbusPrice: Expensive• American• Columbus
    4.8

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