Dining Suggestions
Go to home pageEnjoy the Taste of the Short North
At One of these Fine Restaurants or Cafes!Make your selection, place your order by phone, pick it up 20 minutes later!
If you're taking your Lady Love out for the evening, why not call Wild Plum
at 298-0571 and order some flowers. They work magic!B. HAMPTON'S - West 3rd Avenue and Harrison, 299-6999. Versatile pub grub including appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, chicken specialties, pizzas (including "Build Your Own") and at least seven pasta entrees. Terrific bar prices 4 to 9 pm. Billiards/games. Open 7 days a week.
BETTY'S - 680 N. High Street, 228-6191. Very popular Short North spot features an attractive bar, beer and mixed drinks. Menu loaded with unique pasta and vegetarian dishes, a nice selection of sandwiches, salads, and more. Open 7 days 11:30 - 2:30 am.
BLAZER'S PUB - 1205 North High Street, 299-1800. This little bar near the corner of Fifth and High Streets welcomes everyone. Every night is ladies night and a barrel of fun. Tasty bar grub. Open seven days a week. Monday thru Saturday, 4 pm to 2:30 am; Sunday, 3 pm to midnight.
DRAGONFLY - 247 King Avenue, 298-9986. Fine dining. Magdiale and Cristin have created a superb menu of vegan and organic cuisine served in an atmosphere of enchantment and serenity. Appetizers, fresh salads, entrees, plus a nice selection of organic wines and beers. Reservations accepted. Visit www.dragonflyneov.com
ELEVATOR BREWERY & DRAUGHT HAUS - 161 N. High Street, 228-0500. Columbus's most historic restaurant. Food to write home about! American cuisine, filet mignon, seafood, vegetarian Within walking distance of Nationwide Arena and Short North. Lunch Mon-Fri; Dinner Mon-Sat. Reservations accepted. Visit www.elevatorbrewing.com
FLATIRON GRILLE - 129 E Nationwide Blvd, 461-0033. Southern and Cajun flavored diner-fare includes sausages, barbecue, gumbo and house-smoked meats, sandwiches. Full bar. Lunch and dinner Monday - Saturday.
FREZNO ECLECTIC KITCHEN - 782 N. High Street, 298-0031. Upscale interior, fashionable front patio, and bustling bar provide versatile environment for diners and drinkers. Wood-fired pizzas, veggies, pasta, rack of lamb, and superior salads. Lunch and dinner Monday-Saturday.
GRANDVIEW CAFE - 1445 W. 3rd Avenue, 486-2233. Major Grandview Hts meet-and-eat spot. American cuisine, fish and chips, chops, chicken, hearty meatloaf, and pasta. Lunch and dinner daily. Full bar, Happy Hour, and live music. Reservations accepted.
HAIKU POETIC FOOD & ART - 800 N. High Street, 294-8168. Fine oriental cuisine at its best, including sushi. Wine and sake list. Patio dining available in warmer weather. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Reservations accepted.
L'ANTIBES - 772 North High Street, 291-1666. Exceptional French cuisine in intimate surroundings. Typical menu offerings: Beef tournedos, Fillet of salmon, Pheasant breast, loin of lamb. Dinner Tues-Sat after 5:00 pm. Imported wines/beers. Reservations accepted. Visit www.lantibes.com
LEMONGRASS ASIAN BISTRO - 641 N. High Street, 224-1414. American and Asian cuisine, chicken, seafood. Open 7 days a week. Reservations accepted.
PISA PETE'S - 811 Highland Street, 294-7383. Hot crusty pizzas, lasagna, fish and chicken sandwiches, salads and luscious hefty subs. Delivery available. Open late 7 days.
PIZZA GOURMET- 976 N. High Street, 445-0310. Unusual selection of pizza includes Chicken BBQ, Broccoli white pizza, Mexican fiesta, Reuben, and Shrimp scampi. Dine in, carry-out, and delivery available. CLOSED MONDAY. Visit www.The PizzaGourmet.com
PRESS GRILL - 741 N. High Street, 294-2860. Long bar and tables line intimate space. Fine bar grub: Wings, Quesadilla, Shrimp, Calamari., Tacos, Chicken. All- American sandwiches: Burgers, Bologna, Meatloaf, Turkey, Hot dogs, Fried Egg. Serve till 1 am 7 days. Close at 2:30 am.
RIGSBY'S CUISINE VOLATILE - 698 N. High Street, 461-7888. Gourmet Italian, French and American cuisine. Excellent appetizers, pastas, seafood, sweet-breads, roast leg of lamb, veal medallions, grilled strip steak. Imported and domestic beers/wines, mixed drinks. Mon-Sat until 11pm. Reservations.
ROADHOUSE ANNIE'S - 895 N. High Street, 298-9959. Open for breakfast, lunch or dinner. An incredible choice of tasty selections. Cozy and friendly.
SHORT NORTH TAVERN - 674 N. High Street, 221-2432. A sociable bar that has become a Short North institution. Darts. Gourmet bar grub includes soups, subs, chili, and pizza. Open 7 days.
SKULLY'S - 1151 N. High Street, 291-8856. Eclectic gourmet American grill. Soups, salads, breakfast, appetizers, sandwiches, wraps, chicken, pizza and signature curly fries. Happy Hour M-F: 5-9. Food served from 11 am Monday - Friday, Noon Saturday. Closed Sunday. VISIT www.skullys.net
R.J. SNAPPERS BAR & GILL - 700 N. High Street, 280-1070. Fresh gourmet seafood. Maryland crab cakes, fried shrimp, snapper, steamed live lobster, cioppino. Nice selection of steak. New England ambiance. Dinner daily. Reservations suggested. Valet parking. VISIT www.rjsnappersrestaurant.com
ZENO'S - 384 West Third Avenue, 294-9158 - corner of Third and Pennsylvania. City's longest bar, super-friendly neighborhood atmosphere, great bartenders, good grub, including pizza and wings.