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1. Domo
4.8
Exceptional(144)
Price: Moderate
• Asian • Columbus
Booked 11 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.
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2. The Avenue - Grandview
4.8
Exceptional(3893)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Grandview Heights
Booked 44 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!'
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3. Forno Kitchen and Bar
4.7
Exceptional(2860)
Price: Moderate
• American • Short North - Arena District
Booked 73 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!
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4. Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Columbus
4.8
Exceptional(5119)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Short North - Arena District
Booked 68 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.
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5. Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse-Downtown Columbus
4.8
Exceptional(1998)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Short North - Arena District
Booked 38 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
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6. The Guild House - Columbus
4.8
Exceptional(3873)
Price: Expensive
• American • Columbus
Booked 55 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.
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7. Barcelona Restaurant & Bar
4.8
Exceptional(2108)
Price: Expensive
• Spanish • German Village
Booked 25 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.
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8. Gallo's Kitchen
4.8
Exceptional(1121)
Price: Expensive
• Creole • Upper Arlington
Booked 20 times today
Gallo's Kitchen & Bar features Creole and Italian cuisine. The restaurant's atmosphere is comfortable and friendly, providing a casual yet memorable dining experience. Head Chef, Tommy Gallo's culinary linage has ties to some of the best chefs of New Orleans. Offering a menu comprising of entrées, appetizers, sandwiches, soup and salads, providing fresh and flavorsome meals.Popular dishes include Seafood Creole, The Daily Sautéed Fish, Ohio Proud Filet Mignon, Gumbo with rice, Chicken Etouffee, Pasta Russo Bolognese, Gallo's House Marinara, and Gallo's. The Daily Specials consists of creations by the restaurant's chefs. It's based on fresh fish, seasonal produce and local beef to provide customers with a unique dining experience. Gallo's Kitchen also has a bar area known for an expansive wine list, featuring 24 glass pours and over 30 additional bottle listings. The bar also in known for craft cocktails and premium draft and bottled beers.
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9. Bristol Republic
4.5
Awesome(581)
Price: Moderate
• Barbecue • Columbus
Booked 6 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.
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10. Tucci's - Dublin
4.7
Exceptional(4325)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Dublin
Booked 62 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.
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  • Sarahvip
    Columbus •17 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Food was amazing as always, and the happy hour deals are the best! The server was kind and the kitchen staff were very careful and conscious of food allergies in our party. We’ll be back!
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    Forno Kitchen and BarPrice: Moderate• American• Short North - Arena District
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    4.7
  • Johnathanvip
    Columbus •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    I had the pleasure of dining at The Avenue recently, and I can’t praise our server, Yusef, enough. From the moment we sat down, Yusef made us feel welcomed and truly valued. His attentiveness, knowledge of the menu, and thoughtful recommendations elevated our entire experience. He and the team went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect — from the timing of each course to making sure our drinks were always topped off. Yusef’s genuine care and exceptional service turned an already great evening into something memorable. Highly recommend this restaurant and their fantastic team!
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    The Avenue - GrandviewPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Grandview Heights
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    4.8
  • Jonathanvip
    Detroit / Eastern Michigan •27 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Michael took very good care of us. He was attentive and very versed in the menu. They do sushi better than any steakhouse I have been to. The tuna app pictured was great. The pork wings pictured were great. Steak Burrow is spicy, perfectly cooked, and high quality steak. Wish they had a store in Detroit!
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    Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - ColumbusPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Short North - Arena District
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    4.8
  • Michaelvip
    Miami - Dade •30 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    HP always delivers great taste! The downtown Columbus location also specializes in customer service. From check in to departure. Jess was an excellent experienced server!
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    Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse-Downtown ColumbusPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Short North - Arena District
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    4.8
  • Jennifervip
    Columbus •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 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
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    4.8

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