Columbus To-Do

Fourth Street Taproom & Kitchen

Indianola Terrace, Columbus · Fourth Street Taproom & Kitchen · 1810 N 4th St, Columbus, OH 43201, USA

Low-key hangout with a list of craft beers, ales, ciders & wines, plus pub fare & outdoor seating.

Goodale Station

Uptown District, Columbus · Goodale Station · 77 E Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH 43215, USA

Old North Arcade Bar

Tuttle Park, Columbus · Old North Arcade Bar · 2591 N High St, Columbus, OH 43202, USA

Contemporary, low-key spot offering craft beers, cocktails & classic pinball, arcade & video games.

Mac's Scottish Pub

Victorian Village, Columbus · Mac's Scottish Pub · 693 N High St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA

Comfortable Scottish-themed pub with American burgers & beers, plus Scotch eggs & sauerkraut balls.

Jackie O's On Fourth

Uptown District, Columbus · Jackie O's On Fourth · 171 N 4th St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA

Budd Dairy Food Hall

Italian Village, Columbus · Budd Dairy Food Hall · 1086 N 4th St, Columbus, OH 43201, USA

Sprawling multi-cuisine establishment offering pizza & tacos, plus fried chicken plates & fries.

High Bank Distillery Co. Westerville

Ohio, Westerville · High Bank Distillery Co. Westerville · 28 S State St, Westerville, OH 43081, USA

Watershed Kitchen + Bar

Olentangy West, Columbus · Watershed Kitchen + Bar · 1145 Chesapeake Ave ste d, Columbus, OH 43212, USA

Swanky dining room inside a distillery offering signature house cocktails & seasonal American fare.

Law Bird

Brewery District, Columbus · Law Bird · 740 S High St, Columbus, OH 43206, USA

Antiques on High

Brewery District, Columbus · Antiques on High · 714 S High St, Columbus, OH 43206, USA

Char Bar

Short North Arts District, Columbus · Char Bar · 439 N High St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA

Throwback local pub known for Long Island iced teas, with pool, darts & a small back patio.

Oddfellows Liquor Bar

Short North Arts District, Columbus · Oddfellows Liquor Bar · 1038 N High St, Columbus, OH 43201, USA

Craft draft beer, clever cocktails & trivia in a brick-lined joint with old-timey kitsch & a patio.

Zeno's

Harrison West, Columbus · Zeno's · 384 W 3rd Ave, Columbus, OH 43201, USA

Casual corner tavern with TVs & pool tables serving bar bites, burgers & toasted subs til late.

Emmett's Cafe

Tuttle Park, Columbus · Emmett's Cafe · 2571 Neil Ave, Columbus, OH 43202, USA

Ravello's Coffee

Italian Village, Columbus · Ravello's Coffee · 883 1/2 N 4th St, Columbus, OH 43201, USA

One Line Coffee-Short North

Victorian Village, Columbus · One Line Coffee-Short North · 745 N High St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA

Brick-accented coffee bar offering house-roasted beans, local pastries & weekend brewing workshops.

Parable Cafe

Uptown District, Columbus · Parable Cafe · 149 S High St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA

Little Cat

Near East Side, Columbus · Little Cat · 212 Kelton Ave, Columbus, OH 43205, USA

The Roosevelt Coffeehouse

Downtown, Columbus · The Roosevelt Coffeehouse · 300 E Long St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA

Cool, nonprofit coffeehouse with a charitable mission serving artisan-roasted espresso & pastries.

Sycamore

South Columbus, Columbus · Sycamore · 262 E Sycamore St, Columbus, OH 43206, USA

Elevated global fare from local sources in a narrow, brick-walled tavern with craft brews & wine.

Pistacia Vera

South Columbus, Columbus · Pistacia Vera · 541 S 3rd St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA

Quaint cafe with sidewalk seats for homemade macaron, pastries & other sweets, plus light fare.

Moonbird Coffee Co.

Fifth by Northwest, Columbus · Moonbird Coffee Co. · 1400 Holly Ave, Columbus, OH 43212, USA

Belle's Bread Japanese Bakery and Café

Governours Square, Columbus · Belle's Bread Japanese Bakery and Café · 1168 Kenny Centre Mall, Columbus, OH 43220, USA

Pastries, custom cakes & other desserts, plus a cafe menu, offered in a cheery space with seating.

TOUS les JOURS

Olentangy West, Columbus · TOUS les JOURS · 2851 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH 43202, USA

Kafe Kerouac

Northwood Park, Columbus · Kafe Kerouac · 2250 N High St, Columbus, OH 43201, USA

Laid-back hangout with a neighborhood vibe for live music, drinks, poetry & arcade games.

Maudine’s

Downtown, Columbus · Maudine’s · 77 Belle St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA

Coffee shop in The Junto Hotel with pastries, sandwiches, and breakfast options, plus plant-based milks.

Fox In The Snow Cafe

South Columbus, Columbus · Fox In The Snow Cafe · 210 Thurman Ave, Columbus, OH 43206, USA

Vibrant outpost offering espresso drinks, rustic pastries & breakfast sandwiches in a stylish venue.

The Seasoned Farmhouse

Central Clintonville, Columbus · The Seasoned Farmhouse · 3674 N High St, Columbus, OH 43214, USA

Columbus Metropolitan Library

Downtown, Columbus · Columbus Metropolitan Library · 96 S Grant Ave, Columbus, OH 43215, USA

Penn & Beech Candle Co.

Victorian Village, Columbus · Penn & Beech Candle Co. · 737 N High St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA

Cambridge Tea House

Cambridge Place, Columbus · Cambridge Tea House · 1885 W 5th Ave, Columbus, OH 43212, USA

Breakfast, lunch, fresh pastries & afternoon tea are served in a quaint setting with homey accents.

The Little Grand Market

Dublin Road Corridor, Columbus · The Little Grand Market · 710 Grandview Xing Wy Suite 112, Columbus, OH 43215, USA

North Market Downtown

Short North Arts District, Columbus · North Market Downtown · 59 Spruce St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA

Covered farmers’ market selling flowers, produce & handicrafts, with global dining options.

Littleton’s Market

Ohio, Upper Arlington · Littleton’s Market · 2140 Tremont Ctr, Upper Arlington, OH 43221, USA

Curated market and cafe, plus eatery offering gourmet meat and seafood, baked goods and olive oils, plus wine.

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

Near East Side, Columbus · Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens · 1777 E Broad St, Columbus, OH 43203, USA

88 acres of indoor/outdoor art- & nature-based exhibits, greenhouses & landscaped grounds.

The Book Loft of German Village

South Columbus, Columbus · The Book Loft of German Village · 631 S 3rd St, Columbus, OH 43206, USA

Independent, sprawling bookstore stuffed with used and new titles, plus quirky gifts.

Ginger Rabbit Jazz Lounge

Victorian Village, Columbus · Ginger Rabbit Jazz Lounge · 17 Buttles Ave, Columbus, OH 43215, USA

Koble Grill

Ohio, Westerville · Koble Grill · 7 N State St, Westerville, OH 43081, USA

Relaxed standby offering Greek & Italian eats, such as gyros & pasta, plus a bar area & happy hours.

Brown Bag Deli

South Columbus, Columbus · Brown Bag Deli · 898 Mohawk St, Columbus, OH 43206, USA

Simple pit stop for inventive deli sandwiches, plus soups & salads, available for takeout.

Pierogi Mountain

Downtown, Columbus · Pierogi Mountain · 105 N Grant Ave, Columbus, OH 43215, USA

Pierogis with various fillings, plus cocktails & craft draft beer, served in dark, no-nonsense digs.

Harvest Bar + Kitchen - Clintonville

Clintonville, Columbus · Harvest Bar + Kitchen - Clintonville · 2885 N High St, Columbus, OH 43202, USA

Specialty pizzas & craft cocktails are the headliners at this cheerful, modern restaurant.

Akai Hana

Governours Square, Columbus · Akai Hana · 1173 Old Henderson Rd, Columbus, OH 43220, USA

A simple, understated setting for Japanese & Korean cuisine backed by beer, wine, soju & sake.

Diaspora

University District, Columbus · Diaspora · 2118 N High St, Columbus, OH 43201, USA

Modern eatery near campus, offering updated & traditional Korean cuisine, sushi & cocktails.

Alqueria

Dennison Place, Columbus · Alqueria · 247 King Ave, Columbus, OH 43201, USA

Elevated burgers, seafood & cheese plates in a buzzy New American place that has a bar & happy hour.

Cento

South Columbus, Columbus · Cento · 595 S 3rd St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA

Schmidt’s Sausage Haus Restaurant

South Columbus, Columbus · Schmidt’s Sausage Haus Restaurant · 240 E Kossuth St, Columbus, OH 43206, USA

Unpretentious, long-running German eatery in a historic livery stable with live oompah music.

The Lox Bagel Shop

Short North Arts District, Columbus · The Lox Bagel Shop · 772 N High St #106, Columbus, OH 43215, USA

Wario's Beef & Pork

Whetstone, Columbus · Wario's Beef & Pork · 4219 N High St, Columbus, OH 43214, USA

Relaxed sandwich joint with a simple menu, offering cheesesteak subs and fried-chicken sandwiches.

Katzinger's Delicatessen

South Columbus, Columbus · Katzinger's Delicatessen · 475 S 3rd St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA

Long-running joint serving up deli classics, including reubens, smoked fish & matzo ball soup.

Lindey's

South Columbus, Columbus · Lindey's · 169 E Beck St, Columbus, OH 43206, USA

Old-school, special-occasion venue featuring a sophisticated American surf 'n' turf menu & a patio.

Graeter's Ice Cream

Old Worthington, Worthington · Graeter's Ice Cream · 654 High St, Worthington, OH 43085, USA

Longtime ice cream parlor chain serving small-batch scoops, plus signature sundaes & frozen drinks.

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams

Ohio, Columbus · Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams · 1281 Grandview Ave, Columbus, OH 43212, USA

Chain scooping creative flavors of ice cream & frozen yogurt made from local ingredients.

Forno Kitchen + Bar

Victorian Village, Columbus · Forno Kitchen + Bar · 721 N High St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA

Elevated eatery with swanky decor serving stone-fired New American eats for dinner & weekend brunch.

Hubbard Grille

Victorian Village, Columbus · Hubbard Grille · 793 N High St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA

Casual, modern American restaurant set in a 1924 building with original brick & reclaimed wood.

Franklin Park

Franklin Park, Columbus · Franklin Park · Franklin Park, Columbus, OH 43205, USA

Schiller Park

South Columbus, Columbus · Schiller Park · 1069 Jaeger St, Columbus, OH 43206, USA

Longtime green space featuring a fishing pond, playground & tennis courts, plus a stage for shows.

Highbanks Metro Park

Ohio, Lewis Center · Highbanks Metro Park · 9466 Columbus Pike, Lewis Center, OH 43035, USA

Native American burial grounds, 100-ft.-high bluffs with river views & 11 miles of hiking trails.

Quarry Trails Metro Park

West Scioto, Hilliard · Quarry Trails Metro Park · 2600 Dublin Rd, Hilliard, OH 43026, USA

Inniswood Metro Gardens

Ohio, Westerville · Inniswood Metro Gardens · 940 S Hempstead Rd, Westerville, OH 43081, USA

Nature preserve featuring formal gardens & lawns, a trail, with a center for workshops & a library.

Powell Liberty Antique Mall

Ohio, Powell · Powell Liberty Antique Mall · 18 N Liberty St, Powell, OH 43065, USA

Greater Columbus Antique Mall

Brewery District, Columbus · Greater Columbus Antique Mall · 1045 S High St, Columbus, OH 43206, USA

Huge maze-like antiques and vintage store offering an assortment of items over multiple floors.

Eclectiques Antique Mall

Clintonville, Columbus · Eclectiques Antique Mall · 3265 N High St, Columbus, OH 43202, USA

Antique store offering a wide variety of quirky and eclectic vintage items, including clothing.