Lindey's was a great choice for our anniversary dinner. They surprised us with complimentary champagne to celebrate, which was a really thoughtful touch and started the evening off right. Our server, Jakov, was outstanding. He was professional, attentive, and went above and beyond to make sure we had a great experience. I ordered the filet, which was cooked perfectly and was one of the better steaks I've had in Columbus. My fiancée ordered the salmon and really enjoyed it as well. We also shared the Caesar salad, enjoyed a couple of espresso martinis, and finished with the Post Mortem brownie sundae. Between the excellent service, beautiful patio, and great food, this was an easy five-star experience. We'll definitely be back for another special occasion. read more

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I have heard NOTHING from Lindey's from this review, as many others have said on this site. Wow, go to Refectory if you want a good meal--it is SUPERB! read more

Really lovely date night on a quick few day visit down to cbus from Cleveland! We ordered the potstickers as a starter which were fantastic, really flavorful and a good portion where we each got to have multiple My boyfriend ordered the shrimp angel hair (which I had my eye on as well) and really enjoyed it, ended up being more food than it looked like and he thought it was very good. I got the crab cake as well as a side of fries for us to share. The fries were great, could have used a little salt, and the crab cake was very good, very flavorful, but definitely a pretty small plate for almost $30 Service was good and attentive but we definitely did feel like the meal went pretty fast, not so much that we were rushed but just that I would have been really ok with the courses being a little more spread out. Got drinks on the patio after dinner which was gorgeous and both very good, but strong!! read more

Food was excellent as expected. The beef carpaccio is always the best appetizer for a light flavorful start. The Denver steak was cooked and seasoned to perfection. The fish special had a carrot ginger sauce for Easter weekend which we loved. The new lemon martini (bar in a bar) is a must get!! Unfortunately we sat at the bar and service was not as expected especially for Lindeys. The bartender was not very friendly and attentive. read more

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for several yeas we have enjoyed Lindey's especially the patio. This week we did not find the quality in the menu selections or the food. Very disappointing since it is an upscale restaurant with higher prices. We had to send back an appetizer because it was inedible. Way too much salt. the chef agreed and comp'd us . All of our lunches were not delicious. we decided to find another special restaurant for our next gathering. Bye Lindey's read more

I went to Lindey's for my birthday and it honestly felt like the perfect place to celebrate. The service is what stood out to me the most, it's definitely more upscale, but not in a way that feels intimidating. Everyone is super attentive, knowledgeable and just makes the whole experience feel really special, which is exactly what you want for something like a birthday dinner. A lot of people mention how consistent and professional the staff is, and I completely get why. The inside is also so nice. It has that classic, elegant vibe with white tablecloths and really pretty lighting, but still feels warm and not too over-the-top. It's one of those places where you instantly feel like you should be celebrating something. I've also been for brunch and their brunch menu is really good. Definitely not just basic options. They do a great mix of breakfast and lunch-style dishes, so there's something for everyone. read more

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One of my favorite restaurants in Columbus! Really love coming here, and the only bad thing I can say about the place is that it takes several weeks to get a reservation for the weekend. The service and interior design make you feel like you're at a five star restaurant in Paris. We ordered a bottle of wine which was delicious and I highly recommend just so you have some time to take in the restaurant ambiance before or after your dinner. Our server Misako was very attentive. I had the steak frites which were delicious. They also served us bread, so if you're not starving, you're probably fine with an entrée and the bread service. Overall, this is a must visit if you're in Columbus. It is tucked perfectly in German village so you feel like you're somewhere in Europe. Always a good time here and can't wait to come back! read more

Lindey's - Steak Frites - New American Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Best patio in Columbus! Always a delicious meal and experience, from staff, to ambiance to food, Lindey's has it all.

Lindey's is the best tried and true restaurant. In the city. There isn't a local that whenever you bring up Lindey's doesn't go "oh yea". Because we all know. Lindey's is great! Solid fine dining in the heart of German Village. From walking up to the brightly lit front entrance, through the beautiful bar and through the restaurant- they are classic. It's not noises and overwhelming, the lighting is perfect and the food is always perfect. Pricing isn't over rated - the food is quality. I've been so many times - I can name a few things; Caesar salad, French onion soup, calamari, steak, and chicken dishes. Great quality pasta (I'm Italian). They just opened another spot at Easton called Bar Italia - equally as fantastic. Lindey's is known for their back patio - it is HARD to get seated during warmer months out there. If you get to- you are one of the lucky ones. The only time I have been on their patio was during German Village Lights when they open their patio bar. It is CROWDED. lol Parking is a little tough, unless you live around here and know where to park. Valet service is suggested. Around Lindey's are two cute boutique shops, as well as Club 185 a few blocks down for a night cap. Enjoy the best in the city! read more

Lindey's - Blackened shrimp and pasta - the sauce on this was SO GOOD. - New American Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

One of my top restaurants ever since I moved to columbus. I go there solo all the time. They have an amazing happy hour too. Staff are often helpful, place is clean. Highly suggest the beef carpaccio as an app, and the lobster risotto as your entree. read more

Lindey's - Baratta - New American Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

This was a nice place with a great atmosphere and great service, but the food was kind of a miss for me. It was kind of an old-school classic restaurant with a dark atmosphere. The waiter was engaging and was making recommendations on what people typically get. I had a few cocktails but nothing really wowed me with them. They weren't bad but just weren't hitting right. The bar didn't have something one of the guys at the table wanted and the waiter really didn't know what it was, but it was a common liquor. They had trouble finding a suitable substitution. And it figures it was the guest we were trying to impress (gotta love business dinners, right?) Food wise, the Lobster Risotto was more of a shrimp risotto. The description did say it had shrimp, but just call it Shrimp and Lobster Risotto and be straight up about it. The description definitely oversold it. Trickery doesn't work in the food industry. It was a good experience, but I don't think I'd go back here if I had to have a nice dinner in Columbus. Maybe if they made a Triple Lindey to pay homage to "Back to School", it would entice me! read more

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This was always a great place. Service slow. Menu items altered. ???? It was a Birthday. No apologies, just deal with it. read more

Lindey's - Finally received the bread. Told my order wasn't available and could they half a filet. What has happened to Lindey's. - New American Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

A visit to German Village is incomplete without booking a table at Lindsey's. Brunch is outstanding - but lunch / dinner menu is unique and delicious. Great for any appetite - incredible service, beautiful menu, and delicious food and cocktails. read more

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Wow! If you're interested in delicious food, eat at Lindys. If you're interested fabulous service, ask for Alejandro. Really, came to celebrate my birthday with a friend who has a birthday on the same day. We felt celebrated the entire time we were at Lindys! Thank you Alejandro for making our day feel so special! read more

Perfect spot for a special occasion, which my friends and I came for a birthday celebration. Got to try the steak frites and chilean sea bass, which both my bf and I both liked the sea bass a lot more. I've honestly never had fish and veggies that tasted SO good like that before. The fries that came with the steak tasted too much like McDonald's fries and the steak itself was just ok. If you're indecisive about which dessert to get, please get their brownie. It tastes freshly baked and comes with ice cream and fudge that just melts in your mouth. Our server was so attentive and also funny which made it such an enjoyable dining experience. Highly recommend!! read more

Lindey's - Steak frites, sea bass, salmon, lamb chops - New American Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Lindsey's always came highly recommended since we moved to Columbus and we finally made it! They had complimentary valet. We made a reservation and was seated promptly. The only downside of the whole experience was where our table was located we were right next to the hostess booth so we could hear everything going on and lots of servers and hostesses just around the area made it a little less intimate of an experience. But our server Sarah was very nice! We started out with the chicken and mushroom potstickers, lobster bisque and the kale salad. Entree wise I got the seabass and overall it was good just lacked salt. My husband got the halibut. We ended off with the sundae which was HUGE! We couldn't finish it. Can't wait to go back and try something new! read more

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My favorite place to eat in Columbus. The patio is such a beautiful spot to sit out on. We ordered different alcoholic beverages and were pleasantly surprised by all 4. I ordered the crab cakes - YUM. Good meal! read more

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The food, ambiance and service at Lindey's are delicious, stunning and professional. This is my favorite restaurant in the German Village. I just finished re-reading "As The Tables Turn", a charming tell-all about the history of Lindey's and a quote in the book by Betty Rosbottom (cookbook author and teacher) succinctly sums up my sentiment about my experiences at this restaurant: "...But what I don't have to guess is why people will continue to come to Lindey's- for the warmth and the cozy, comforting feeling of eating in a place that makes you deposit whatever burdens you have at the door. Home away from home, that's Lindey's now and 25 years down the road-no matter where in the world the menu takes its inspiration." read more

Lindey's - "As The Tables Turn"- a great read about Lindey's by Sue Doody & Michael J. Rosen - New American Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Dinner last night with my son, which was a recommendation of a business colleague of his that lives in the Columbus area. Great choice! Fantastic patio on a pleasant evening, although the interior has lots of character. Incredibly friendly staff with no exception. Our server, Megan (see photo) was delightfully engaging, made spot on recommendations, was genuinely friendly, and seemed interested in making sure that my son and I enjoyed our dinner. I will not soon forget my dining experience at this restaurant. Pot stickers were a great way to get started - nice presentation and very tasty. Delicious Pinot Noir, and I let Megan make the specific selection -- nicely done Megan -- and she also recommended the chopped salad, which was full of flavor and you can get a half portion. I also had a cup of the bisque, which was very tasty, although, candidly, I did not like the small cup-like bowl that it was served in. I had the lamb chops, three of them, which were double chops, very large portion and incredibly well seasoned and delicious. The spinach and potato offering was a nice compliment to the lamb. My son had the New York strip and shared a piece with me. He loved it, and I would say it was a very good piece of meat. Bread and a cracker like item, served with delicious butter that was whipped was a nice ad, and I appreciated that more was offered without request. No room for dessert, but the Spanish cappuccino was delicious. Atmosphere on the patio was phenomenal and I would highly recommend sitting outside if it's a nice evening. Three cheers for the entire staff, and chef, and another shout out to Megan who made a great dining experience even more memorable. By the way, this place is not inexpensive, but it is good value, quality food, and well worth the price in my opinion. read more

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Beautiful restaurant inside. Very good service. Average food. We tried the carpaccio, the Japanese chicken, the salmon, and a burger special. Items were very salty across the board. Worth a visit, but the food is not remarkable. read more

Honestly, I had high expectations for this restaurant, the menu looks great and there was a line out the door to sit on the beautiful patio. The food though... mehhh. The food all sounds fabulous but it was nothing special. I've had better salad from a fast food restaurant. The chicken was dry, the Ceaser salad had no dressing, on the other had the starters were great. Overall this restaurant is definitely not worth the hype or the price. Beautiful place though. read more

The service was wonderful. Our waiter was very friendly and made my birthday very special from the moment I sat down. The food was amazing, everything was great. I ordered the vanilla latte which was excellent and the crab and egg with was amazing. The portion size was filling. The chicken sandwich was also filling, very crispy and juicy. We also got the crème brûlée which was divine. The restaurant had a lot of seating and very elegant inside. It's more spacious than it seems and people are not on top of each other. I wouldn't definitely recommend this place. read more

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Upscale restaurant. Service is really the best in town. I'm vegan and there's nothing vegan on the menu but the chef was able to make a good pasta dish and a salad with palm hearts. It was good. Came here for a special occasion meeting with friends. Just the service. Top notch ! read more

Lindey's - Salad with palm hearts - New American Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Absolutely stunning! This place is the definition of paradise tucked away, the outdoor patio is a mini paradise with luscious plants and a pretty koi fountain! it was very busy so the service was a bit slow but but our waiters were awesome! I got a turkey sandwich with fries and it delicious! I highly highly recommend coming here it's very pleasant and picturesque! read more

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Lindey's is a staple in Columbus for quality dining and a great evening out. Located in German Village, this is a perfect spot for a date or a client/business dinner. Their service is incredible and personable, the atmosphere amazing, and the food is spectacular. You can't go wrong with any dish you pick and you have to get dessert! This will be an experience you won't forget! read more

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REVIEW BY Avila.Eats on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube Service: waitress was excellent and incredible friendly. Thank you Linda for a phenomenal dining experience. Waters were always full and the recommendations were like no other. Ambiance/Atmosphere: inside is a stunning old school bar and dimly lit steakhouse. Truly elegant and beautiful. This is a lovely date night and a special occasion is a must here. Food: 1. Tuna tartare is light and fresh. The tuna is soft and delicate. The avacado is creamy and adds a richness. The sauce is tangy but packed full of umami. Rice chips are light and salty I'd recommend. 7.5 2. Burratta is on crispy toast. The burratta is creamy and smooth. The jam adds a sweetness and the hot honey adds a beautiful spice. The pistachios add a crunch and flavor. I'd recommend. 8 3. Truffle tots aren't all that crispy. But soft and well seasoned. The Parmesan adds a salty nutty flavor. The truffle sauce is rich and creamy with a beautiful truffle flavor that isn't overly done. If they were crispy it would be a 10. I'd insist. 9.5 4. Bread service is alright. The sourdough isn't all that strong with flavor. 4 the chip thing is crunchy with an interesting flavor. Not my personally favorite. 3. The butter is very well whipped and smooth. The butter is really good. Butter makes it 5. Wagyu ribeye is incredible tender. Melts like butter and the tallow butter on top adds an extra layer of richness. It's well seasoned and very lightly as it doesn't need a lot. The beef does all the talking. It touches your tongue and melts away. I'd insist. 10. Dipping the ribeye in the truffle sauce from the tater tots adds an even richer flavor and Creaminess. It's very rich but worth awhile if you enjoy strong flavors 6. Onion strings are soft in a well seasoned and flavored onion strings. Best onion strings I've had although I haven't had many. Very good combo adding the sweetness of the batter with the rich buttery Wagyu 7. NY strip is tender but overly salted. You just taste salt. I wouldn't recommend. 3.5 8. The contender was strong with tequila but pushed the chocolatey coffee flavor strong. The bitter sweetness matched pleasantly for a nice sippable drink during drinner. I'd recommend. 9. Chocolate mousse light and refreshing. Decadent and smooth with. Rich chocolate flavor. Chilled like ice cream and not to sweet. I'd highly recommend. 8.5 10. Key lime pie is custardy and smooth. Rich and creamy. The lime flavor is prominent but not over done. The gram cracker crust is crispy but chewy. Buttery and slightly sweet. Best key lime pie I've ever had. I'd insist 10 read more

Honestly! I've been here 9-10 times in the last month since I've been here in Ohio. Specifically German Village. Definitely a 5 star hidden spot that I feel like you wouldn't know about unless you're like from here or in the community OR staying in German Village. The cascatelli with blackened chicken is amazing. They know how to make a clover club if you ask Alejandro and the staff is always super nice. Full of locals and a good date spot or just grab drinks after work. read more

Lindey's was delicious. We brought some out of town friends here and they fell in love. The patio is one of the best in Columbus. Make sure to schedule a reservation ahead of time for the downstairs patio. Our waitress was friendly and helpful. There's parking on the streets but you may have to walk a block or two. Writing this review has me wanting to come back and check out the happy hour! read more

Lindey's - New American Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

We had a great experience at Lindey's! They have valet parking which was very convenient and it's in the cutest area in German Village. Definitely would recommend getting a reservation unless you plan to sit at bar area! Our server was with us promptly and was very friendly. We ordered calamari to start and it was delicious and very fresh. I got the risotto for my main course, and it was also very good and had a generous portion. For dessert, we ordered the sundae and it was a great combination of flavors. I also took a loaf of the sourdough home which was delicious! It's definitely an elevated atmosphere and has a more expensive price point, but great place to check out in Columbus for special occasions! read more

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Okay, well, first observation as an out-of-towner is that this is clearly where all the hot people in Columbus go to eat, because damn. Bring your A game, diners. I definitely felt a bit underdressed in jeans and a blouse, as this is one of those places where even the waitstaff wear white shirts and ties. We were bummed that the much-vaunted patio was closed the evening we visited, but that was the beginning and end of any disappointment because Lindey's is fabulous. From the (increasingly rare these days) free basket of piping hot, pillowy bread, to the lemony chicken with bright spring veg, and decadent "post mortem" chocolate cake crowned with coffee ice cream and drowning in hot fudge, each course brought out the oohs and aahs. Most dishes are on the pricy ($35+) side, but the portions are generous. We had wine, but I liked that--at least by description--the cocktail options seemed to be on the creative side with more complexity in the flavors than just overly sweet fruitiness. If I'm lucky to come back next time I'm in the area, I'll give one of those a try. Other stray notes: noise level was high, even at 8:30 pm on a weeknight, so be prepared for that. Lighting is dim, but they have lamps at each table. Nice big bar, which did seem to have a TV. An abundance of wait staff, though service still was a tad on the slow side. Not a big deal since this is not the kind of place you come to rush through. It was a great night and a lovely establishment--equal parts classy, sexy, and fun. Elevated but not stuffy. Plus, free valet parking! read more

Lindey's - Chicken with spring veggies, mushrooms, and a lemony sauce. Delish. - New American Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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I'm SO happy we got to dine at Lindey's on this trip. Final night in Columbus, and this was the perfect ending. Super fun atmosphere that is equal parts classic and modern. Service, from hostess to server, to bussers, was as good as it gets. Our server, Lisa, was fabulous! Intuitive, knowledgeable, and incredibly attentive. The food was all perfect. Gorgeous and delicious, we enjoyed everything! Cocktails were great, and the wine list isn't extensive, but it's really good. Plenty of wines by the glass are offered. This was easily our favorite dining experience in Columbus. Cannot recommend more highly! read more

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I think this was our first visit but it won't be our last. No idea why it took us so long to stop by for Happy Hour. We arrived at 415 and easily grabbed seats at the bar but it was pretty busy by the time we left. The pricing for HH is fantastic. Drinks are well made but the food was incredible. The burratta had wonderful flavor but we adored the potstickers. read more

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We love Lindey's. Whenever my daughter and son in law visit from Cleveland we go here. Food and service are great. However, the last two times--we had a reservation, but they tried to sit us in the bar. Had to request to be moved to the main dining room. This last time, they tried to seat us in the bar with tables on either side of us within three feet. They then moved us to this hole in the wall at the top of the stairs. Patrons and wait staff traffic all night. Except for our waiter. He was nice enough when he showed up, but sometimes it was it was over 15 minutes and we had to ask another waiter to go find him. read more

The overall vibe and ambiance is very beautiful and serene, it is a nice get away in the middle of Columbus. It is very relaxing there for sure. The service was decent, they were making weird comments about my friends Gluten Free chicken right next to us like we couldn't hear them. The server we had did disappear for awhile. They are usually on top of the service though this was an odd experience to have here. The food was delicious, I could not have been more delighted. The watermelon was PHENOMENAL. My friend and I were shocked how good it was. Overall, it was a nice time with my friend and we would return. read more

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Still one of my favorite restaurants. I was here for a work meeting- upstairs, they have meeting rooms to teams. There's also a separate bar upstairs that can be used by teams (if service is purchased). I ordered lobster bisque and shrimp angel hair pasta. This is the best lobster bisque I've had in the city. The service was great. And the meeting rooms are nice sized. Look forward to going here again. read more

Lindey's - Lobster Bisque cup - New American Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Loud atmosphere. Sat in main dining room, suggest this when making reservations. Service was good. Ordered tornadoes and were cooked to order, very tender. The asparagus side was very undercooked, raw. Free birthday dessert. read more

We came in for a reservation for my girlfriend's birthday on Saturday the 13th. We had been to Lindey's before, but had never sat on the patio, so we were excited. However, we were left disappointed, sad, and surprised by our experience. My food came out first. This would not have been a problem if not for the series of events that followed. Many minutes later, her food came out too, yet it was the wrong dish. Shrimp pasta instead of steak. We waited again. Eventually we were told by our server in a very unserious, almost joking voice, "I saw a filet in the kitchen, so it should be out soon." Her steak came out about 15 minutes after she had already gotten the wrong dish, while mine had gotten cold. Our server told us that the kitchen accidentally put Demi glaze on the steak, which my girlfriend had requested to be left off. Instead of apologizing for this mistake, Our server emphasized, "Don't worry, I had them sear [the glaze] off." Hearing that surprised me, her steak was over-charred, like the sauce had literally been burned off. Disappointing remedy to a simple mistake, and what a strange way of putting it by our server. What made all of this even worse was the way in which our server Kendall handled this matter. Her attitude got significantly worse following this mishap. She was extremely unapologetic, not offering any apology to either of us. Mind you, I had patiently waited well over 15 minutes with cold fish in front of me for my girlfriend's blackened steak to come out. When my girlfriend had a chance to taste her food, Kendall dropped by to say, "I think we have the best mashed potatoes in the city, what do you think of them?" Blatantly blowing off the fact that my girlfriend's steak was obviously screwed up, and my food had sat for over 15 minutes at the table before hers arrived. As my girlfriend was nearing the end of her food, Kendall stopped by again to add that "We're powering through it." What an odd thing to say to someone who's eating what was clearly a subpar, unsatisfactory plate of food, especially with Kendall being very aware that it was my girlfriend's birthday! I've never in my life been treated in such a passive-aggressive, unapologetic way by a server. Neither of us are one to complain or be rude in a restaurant, both of us having worked in restaurants for years. I'll add that the food on its own would have been fantastic, but the delays had caused it to be cold, and her steak was blackened. I was genuinely left speechless by the way we were treated by Kendall. I also believe that any attempt at a remedy from Kendall could have salvaged this dinner, but her attitude and targeted, passive-aggressive apathy made it so much worse. I'm disappointed leaving this review on what should have been a wonderful dinner a beautiful patio. read more

The food at Lindey's is amazing. The building is charming, the Staff is Friendly and responsive and they have VALET parking, which is awesome because parking is hard to find in German Village (awesome neighborhood). Be sure and TIP your valet; they're running all day to get your car to you quickly which is a real perk! read more

We are visiting from out of town and everything said go to patio here. Boy did it not disappoint!! Meagan our server was amazing! Gave us great recommendations for food and drinks and ever for a stop later on for coffee! Loved this atmosphere and some of the best food we've had! I would come back for the beef carpaccio and the French onion soup alone! read more

Service was exceptional but our steaks were disappointing. I've had Lindey's one other time and everything was fantastic, but this most recent visit wasn't as good unfortunately. read more