Fryways is located in the Polaris food court. You may have heard it called Friedays in the past but…read morethe name changed because TGI fridays was a party pooper. This is such a great establishment. A local small business food truck turned to food stand. They have a stand in the Schottenstein center at OSU as well. The menu has a lot of options. Regular fries if you're feeling plain, but normal chili or chili cheese too. The fun stuff are the ones with several toppings. I ended up going with chicken bacon ranch. Flaming hot out of the grease fries topped with chicken, ranch, bbq , cheese sauce, and bacon....wow they were good. Pro tip: get a small!!! I got a small and still ended up taking half of it home. It's more than enough for 2 people with all the toppings . Overall great establishment, cant wait to go back for more.

I finally made it in to Fryways formerly "Friedays" at polaris fashion place inside the food court!…read moreI was an instagram contest winner and was finally able to use my super fun poker chips to try it out! I love the food truck vibe it was very cool! I got the chicken bacon ranch and my husband got the Brutus Buckfry and we loved them both! Lots of food for a small and we each got a can of soda. Something about it was very classic and I loved it. Very hot and fresh fries with such flavor! We will be back!

It is a pleasure to write a review for caramel coated concessions LLC I really like the location…read moreand I was able to park in a good spot. The food was amazing the beef hot dog called the grizzly dog the loaded nachos are big enough for two people to eat and the funnel cake they need to be at the fair with those funnel cakes they were very good. All the pricing was great and I visited them at 7:15 p.m. and they closed at 8:00 pm and they still had the same quality and portions of food as if I had been there when they open at 1:00 p.m. Coming so close to closing time I thought that they would say they were out of funnel cakes or out of something but they weren't and it was well worth visiting this food truck. I wish them the best of luck with their continued success!##

Looks delicious and locally (and Black) owned! They are very active on their Facebook page and you…read morecan book. I don't think they have a physical location but, they are very responsive and quick. If they do have a physical location, I missed it (sorry!) They have a new address coming up in a few weeks. They do catering which is sweet for both young and old. Definitely a treat for all ages! These cakes are so creative and fun! Honestly, they should be more than the price they are charging, seriously. I rarely say that as the Mr. Krabs I am but, seriously, they are charging State Fair prices for gourmet funnel cakes. They should be double if you ask me especially since they are big, shareable, and customizable. Currently, as of yesterday, they wrote, "Don't miss this summers introductory rate for our new trailer! Inquire now!! CarmelConcessions@gmail.com" so you know I have to slide in the DM! Support local businesses! Support Black-owned businesses :)

Wonderful kettle corn! The smell of it caught our attention at an event Charlie's was at, serving…read moreup lots of kettle corn. It comes in small and large sizes and they had both original and specialty flavors. They also offered a selection of warm beverages like cocoa and cider. Despite a long line, they kept it moving quickly, and the staff was courteous and efficient.

Mmm. Kettle corn. Cooked just right with the TLC it deserves. I never even knew i liked kettle corn…read moretil now! Thank you!

A local Black owned business on the west side! They have a full menu that I want to try but it is…read morealready high on my list from what I've tried already! They have daily specials! Including $1.25 wings on Wednesday! The wings were amazing and the Italian sausage was perfect! As messy as the Italian sausage looks, it stayed in tack and for those who like spicy foods, the Italian sausage was spicy! But not overpowering, which is a good thing. The fries were also great! I ate them with a side of BBQ sauce (which is typically my go to). I will be back! I would recommend calling ahead to order!

Operating out of one of two windows at Cypress Kitchen in Franklinton (177 S Cypress), Steph's Way…read moreis a great addition to the neighborhood. It's right across from the Franklinton library branch. Their menu is pretty extensive with lots of staples (Nashville chicken sandwich, burgers, fries, tacos, and wings). We tried wings because they advertised a special for $1.50 per wing on Wednesday night. They have a ton of sauce options. We went with Nashville hot, Steph's Way, and toxic sauce for the cauliflower bites. Portions were fantastic for the price. The Nashville hot was my favorite. Not too hot with just enough kick. The Steph's Way was a bit salty, but had a nice lemony flavor. All wing meat was cooked perfectly. Food is cooked to order and they will text you when ready. I can't wait to come back to try their other sauces and menu items.

We found Guac Shop's booth at the Clintonville Farmers Market. They were dishing up samples of…read moretheir delicious guacamole with their taco chips. It was excellent! We promptly picked up a tub of their spicy guacamole (they also have original and unique flavors that include Greek-style - Opamole - and jalapeno cream - Locomole) and a bag of their flavorful taco chips. The friendly staff working told us that they usually sample with their regular chips, but the combo of the taco chips and spicy guacamole was terrific. We will definitely be watching for the Guac Shop again!

This is my first deli I ever fell in love with in Columbus Ohio , coming from a person who was…read moreraised and born in New York City this is the closet it will get to home. Dan Deli is more than just a food truck--it's a go-to spot for fresh, flavorful food and outstanding customer service. Every meal is made with care using quality ingredients, and you can taste the difference in every bite. Whether you're craving a hearty lunch or a quick meal on the go, Dan Deli delivers generous portions, great prices, and consistently delicious food. The friendly service and welcoming atmosphere keep customers coming back, making Dan Deli a local favorite that's definitely worth checking

Just had double burger with everything, outstanding! First time burger at Silver Drive and can't…read morewait to go back for the triple!

Koshary King occupies a modest-sized white trailer at the intersection of Hudson & Summit, in the…read moreparking lot just north of Punk Pigs. The trailer showed up a few days ago; there's a whiteboard menu in front, plus a pretty solid website on the internets. Their tagline is "Egyptian Street Food", so it's not surprising to find hummus, baba ghanouj, and falafel on the menu. The hummus and baba ghanouj are pretty solid renditions of the type; nicely-made, with a generous helping of olive oil, and a side of crispy pita chips to dip them in. Koshary King also has a couple of dishes on their menu that I haven't encountered before in C'bus; their namesake koshary, and mesaka'a. The mesaka'a is a mix of fried eggplant and peppers, with tomato, served room temperature with pita chips for dipping. It's light and subtle and fresh, and a nice side dish. The koshary is a mix of rice, 3 kinds of pasta (angel hair, spaghetti, and macaroni), and lentils, topped with a spicy tomato sauce, fried onions, and chickpeas. If you're looking to carbo load, this is the dish for you. It's a lot of food; I got two servings out of my takeout plate of koshary. Initially, I wasn't that impressed by it, but it grew on me - the second day serving seemed tastier than the first night, as if the flavors had blended together. Personally, I'd like a little more of the spicy tomato sauce and fried onions, and maybe a little less pasta. Maybe Koshary King will read this review, and adjust their proportions a little bit. Koshary King's version of falafel was surprisingly good - a generous helping of coarse, chunky falafel served in a nice tender pita, with a smear of hummus, tomatoes, lettuce, and pickles. I've had a lot of falafel in C'bus, and this was definitely one of the best I've had. The also have a few dessert selections. The rice pudding was simple but tasty; since my first visit, they've added a second rice pudding, which is oven-baked to finish. It's a dollar more, but definitely worth the Washington. The basboosa is a cake made of semolina wheat, with some dried coconut, and a bit of syrup. It's one of my new favorite things in C'bus; sweet without being cloying, and elevated because of the coconut. Definitely don't miss this. As we head into a challenging autumn, with the pandemic on the upswing, it's a pleasant surprise to discover a place like Koshary King. It's nice to know that people are still taking chances, opening new businesses, and serving the food that they grew up with. It's one of the things I really love about Columbus. Koshary King is a great addition, and I'm happy to have them in the neighborhood.

I highly recommend the hummus and baba ghanoush. It's creamy, rich, and flavorful like hummus and…read morebaba ghanoush should be. If you have been getting grocery store hummus, come here instead! You won't be disappointed.

Nationwide has quite a variety of food stands. Yes, you can get pizza and hot dogs and popcorn…read more But also BBQ and now: bento boxes. Also sake, though I passed. I got the large bento: rice, your choice of meatballs (beef, turkey, or vegan,) some pickled veggies, crispy wontons, and a choice of noodles or slaw. Also a pickled egg. I was hungry, and this filled me up- and tasted better than most options here. It was all good, and I particularly liked the meatballs in teriyaki, the slaw, and the egg. Place had one of the shortest lines. Service was super friendly and fast. The big box is $25, but that's for a load of good food at a sports arena, so not bad.

Great little cook to order old school Hamburger place…read more I had the Hamburger but next time I'm going to try the hot dogs

I ordered mac and cheese with an Angus coney. What I received was mac and cheese completely covered…read morein coney sauce. I checked the menu several times, and "coney sauce" was never listed as part of the dish. When I tried to address the issue, the customer service was very disappointing. The manager apparently didn't feel the situation was important enough to address, and the employee at the counter seemed annoyed that I even brought it up. I wasn't asking for a refund -- I simply wanted what I actually ordered. Instead, I left feeling ignored and unheard. Customer service and communication matter just as much as the food.