1. A Carnivore’s Dream
Ray Ray’s Hog Pit
2619 N High St
Columbus, OH 43202
(614) 753-1191
Yelp: 4.5 Stars; 248 Reviews.
When it comes to barbecue in
Columbus, some of the best you’ll find comes from a food truck. Ray Ray’s Hog Pit has it all and it’s all delicious, including their very popular brisket sandwich and delectable spare ribs. They’ve also got plenty of sauce variety that will please any set of taste buds.
2. This Place Must Have A Magical Skillet
Skillet
410 E Whittier St
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 443-2266
Yelp: 4.5 Stars; 368 Reviews.
Specializing in breakfast and brunch, there’s no better way to start your day than with a trip to Skillet. They’ve got all the classics you crave in the morning from fresh cinnamon rolls to scrambled eggs. Whatever you end up ordering, make sure you also give the fingerling potatoes a try.
3. Take Your Taste Buds On A Trip Around The World
Mezze Middle’terranean Cuisine
5324 N Hamilton Rd
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 939-0000
Yelp: 4.5 Stars; 198 Reviews.
With a menu that’s filled with a combination of classic Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes, Mezze Middle’terranean is one of the most unique restaurants in Cbus.
Popular dishes here include things like gyros, kabobs, shawarma, and tabbouleh. If you’re not familiar with this style of cuisine, have no fear, the staff is super helpful.
4. A Slice Of The Finer Side Of Life
Borgata Pizza Café
5701 Parkville St
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 891-2345
Yelp: 4.5 Stars; 137 Reviews.
Columbus is full of awesome pizza places, but nowhere else serves up better New York style slices than Borgata. Topped with a plentiful amount of ingredients that are obviously fresh, the pies here are so addicting it’s nearly impossible to stop eating before the whole pizza is gone.
5. This Latin American Cuisine Can’t Be Missed
El Arepazo Latin Grill
47 N Pearl St
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 228-4830
Yelp: 4.5 Stars; 217 Reviews.
Home to a kitchen that focuses on bringing Latin American flavors to
Ohio, El Arepazo Latin Grill is one restaurant that never gets old. A few of the local favorites here include the Patacon and the Venezuelan platter, but everything is pretty gosh darn delicious.
6. Mexican Food Meets Perfection
Los Guachos Taqueria
5221 Godown Rd
Columbus, OH 43235
(614) 538-0211
Yelp: 4.5 Stars; 315 Reviews.
With some patrons claiming they’ve got the best Al Pastor tacos in the country, you know that Los Guachos Taqueria is the real deal. They’re also known around town for their great Mexican sandwiches. With great prices, an impressive menu, and flavors you’ll be telling all of your friends about, this place is a must-try.
7. Raising Food To An Art Form
The Refectory
1092 Bethel Rd
Columbus, OH 43220
(614) 451-9774
Yelp: 4.5 Stars; 175 Reviews.
Next time you’re looking for a great place to go for a hot date, the Refectory is calling your name. It’s more upscale and quite a bit more expensive than most of the other options on this list, but it’s so worth it.
Featuring creative dishes representative of French and new American cuisine, a few of the most popular items include the mussels soup and their rack of lamb ribs.
They’ve also got tons of rotating specials, so you never know what type of new exciting dish will be on the menu for the night, you just know it will be delicious.
8. Lebanese Food At Its Finest
Little Lebanon Bistro & Bakery
8495 SancusBlvd
Columbus, OH 43240
(614) 781-1814
Yelp: 4.5 Stars; 142 Reviews.
Bakery meets café at Little Lebanon Bistro and Bakery, with tons of unique dishes representative of Lebanese cuisine. If it’s your first time there and you’re not sure what to order, go for the lamb chops and the cream baklava. You won’t regret it.
9. This Restaurant Is Taking Over
Hot Chicken Takeover
59 Spruce St
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 800-4538
Yelp: 4.5 Stars; 337 Reviews.
Known for their namesake dish, hot chicken, Hot Chicken Takeover serves up spicy fried chicken that you’ll fall in love with after the first bite. Plus, the sweet tea they serve helps them recreate the perfect Southern cuisine experience time after time.
10. Mitchell Knows His Fish
Mitchell’s Ocean Club
4002 Easton Station
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 416-2582
Yelp: 4.5 Stars; 186 Reviews.
Another upscale Columbus hotspot, Mitchell’s Ocean Club delivers great cuts of seafood and steak to it’s patrons on a nightly basis. It’s probably better known around town for their awesome fish, with options like the blackened snapper and the Chilean sea bass leading the charge.
11. The Perfect Place For A Pint And A Bite
Wolf’s Ridge Brewing
215 N 4th St
Columbus, OH 43215
(614)429-3936
Yelp: 4Stars; 297 Reviews.
One of the best breweries in Columbus, Wolf’s Ridge Brewing doesn’t just stop at the beer. With a creative kitchen staff that reimagines American favorites, they’ve got a menu stacked full of great burgers, steak, and even several vegetarian options. Just make sure whatever you get comes with a side of garlic fries.
12. The Perfect Place To Spice Up Your Life
Da Levee
765 N High St
Ste C
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 299-9975
Yelp: 4.5 Stars; 195 Reviews.
A stop through Da Levee will have you thinking you’ve been transported to New Orleans, with a menu full of Cajun and creole dishes sure to blow the taste buds out of your mouth.
A few dishes not to be missed are their black bean maque choux and the smoked sausage, but keep in mind that the menu changes on a daily basis meaning that there’s always something new to try.
13. Not Your Typical Brown Bag Lunch
Brown Bag Deli
898 Mohawk St
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 443-4214
Yelp: 4.5 Stars; 160 Reviews.
Having perfected the sandwich making craft, it’s no surprise that Brown Bag Deli has a very committed following of fans. The crowd favorite here is the #7, the Village Addiction. It’s got turkey, Havarti, and a cranberry mayo that you’ll dream about for days to come.
14. This Place Has It All
Harvest Kitchen + Bar
2885 N High St
Columbus, OH 43202
(614) 947-7133
Yelp: 4.5 Stars; 140 Reviews.
Sure to please you stomach regardless of what you’re in the mood for, Harvest Kitchen + Bar has deliciously unique pizzas and huge tender burgers, as well as loaded salads and a long list of sandwiches.
Two pies that the locals swear by are the “Spicy Yuma” with plenty of cheese, chorizo, and peppers, and the “Ohio Double Bacon,” which is as awesome as it sounds.
15. Mama Mia! This Place Is Spectacular
Gallo’s Kitchen & Bar
2820 Nottingham Rd
Columbus, OH 43221
(614) 754-8176
Yelp: 4.5 Stars; 87 Reviews.
It’s hard to beat great Italian food and Gallo’s Kitchen & Bar has some of the best in Columbus. They don’t just stop there either, as creole and Cajun flavors also sneak onto this menu.
Everything is awesome, but two dishes you have to try are the pasta russo, featuring cavatelli noodles, Bolognese sauce, and tons of meat, as well as the chicken étouffée.
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