The Colony Square Mall is honestly the only shopping area in Southeast, Ohio for miles and miles. It's ultimately the only option to choose from, unless you go a mile up the street to North Point Center which is starting to dwindle itself.
For starters, there's ample amounts of parking... especially when compared to quality shopping options. Even in the busy holiday months, you can find a spot that's not too far from an entrance. Once inside, the bathrooms are kept relatively clean and they have security working around the clock. These two factors alone can be difficult to achieve at some malls so its greatly appreciated.
When it comes to the main attractions I would say the attached movie theater brings in folks, as well as the recently relocated TJ Maxx and the classic Bath and Body Works, Victoria Secret, and American Eagle retailers. Other than those few spots, this is where retailers come to die. Nothing really lasts thanks to online shopping and better options in Columbus and heck, even Newark.
The food court here isn't very exciting either, although there are numerous options. Charley's and Auntie Anne's Pretzels have been there forever and are likely the best. If I were to mention any of the others, by the time you read this review they may be gone already so I won't waste my time (RIP Wendy's, Taco Bell, Garfield's).
All in all, this mall could use some TLC. While they do their best to keep the place looking nice they simply don't get enough business to really draw in a crowd. I think I see the most people there on Halloween night (they do trick or treat for the kiddos) and around the holidays. Other than that, it's a ghost town. When I was younger (early 2000's) it was more of a hangout and go-to shopping experience. Colony Square Mall needs a come back! read more