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A cute, homey restaurant with "small town", small business vibes. Staff was super friendly, portion…read moresizes were large, and the meal was delicious. It may not look like much, but it packs a whole lot of "great" inside of it! PROS: -Service is fantastic. The servers, despite being less than an hour from close, were super friendly, and they made me feel like I was part of everything. No clique-y vibes or disgruntled employees. Lots of joking and laughing from the staff when they weren't serving. -Food was delivered freakishly fast. We had barely got our beer when we had apps, and we had only managed to get the chili cooled enough for a few bites before entrees came out. The kitchen was really on top of things. -Really large selection of salad options. Their ranch was really delicious, but most importantly, all the salads felt like relatively "healthy" salads unlike many places that try to make them restaurant "quality" by stuffing them with cheese and other treat-y options. This could definitely be a place you could take someone who had to watch what they were eating for various reasons. -Prices were very, very reasonable, and we came away with a good meal without spending too much. -It was raining when we left, and staff was offering to walk people to their cars with their restaurant umbrella. Seriously, it was amazing. CONS: -No dedicated parking lot. There were decent available spots on a Thursday night at dinner, though. It just might be a few blocks walk. -As a chill night, it was okay, but I could feel this place feeling a bit crowded with tables too close together on really busy nights.

It's been a while since we've ventured down to German Village to visit The Old Mohawk but it never…read moredisappoints. The Old Mohawk is a German Village institution and rightly so. The place has a great old tavern atmosphere, a great menu, good food and great service. We had a seat right next to the front window and were able to enjoy the activity outside while enjoying our meal inside. If you're anywhere near German Village, you owe to yourself to give the Old Mohawk a try. Just a couple of blocks north of Schiller Park.

Lots of local artwork on the walls for sale.

Mohawk House Salad

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Greystone Ketchup

The Thurman Cafe

4.0(1.3k reviews)

0.3 mi•German Village

Somehow, after all this time, I finally made it to Thurman's and I'm already wondering why it took…read moreme so long. From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel right at home. Kind, personable, and genuinely warm exactly the kind of energy that makes a meal feel like more than just a meal. If you've seen The Menu, you know that scene where all anyone really wants is just a perfect, unpretentious burger done right. Thurman's is exactly that. The burger was everything it needed to be no gimmicks, no shortcuts, just a beautifully made sandwich that delivers on every level. The fries? Equally on point. Honestly, I have no notes. None. This is the kind of place that reminds you why simple food, done exceptionally well, will always win. If you haven't been, go. If you have, you already know.

We walked in at 2:30pm on a Saturday with a party of 4 to a packed waiting room and we were told…read morethe wait was an hour long. The beauty of a Saturday afternoon is there were sports on and TVs hanging on the walls. That made the wait easy. Boy do they know their stuff bc it was pretty much one hour to the minute when they called our name and escorted us to our table. We sat in a booth and took in on the collection of various items around the bar that have been gathered through the years and had some laughs at some of it. It was almost like a fun game of eye spy! They came to take our drink order and by the time they returned we were ready to order. We chatted for a bit and our food came out in what seemed to be a good time. I ordered the Patty Melt with onion straws. My husband got the Thurman Burger. We were surprised by its size when they came carrying it out to our table. Believe it or not he ate every single bite. Said it was delicious. Mine was equally as delicious. Maybe not quite as big but that was fine by me. I actually quite enjoyed that they served the 1000 island on the side. It made it way easier to eat. The cheese was nice and gooey. Just perfect. The onion straws were good too. I shared those with my husband. They were actually just as good on their own as they were dipped in any kind of sauce. That's big coming from me bc I love dipping! We got a box for our leftovers and headed out happy with a great first time experience here.

Juke box

Zucchini Fries

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The "Thurmanator" with cheese fries.

Wendy's

1.9(57 reviews)

0.3 mi•Brewery District

It's Wendy's. We needed sustenance after being out in the cold, and Kid K wanted a kid's meal…read more She got nuggets. I did my usual thing of not knowing what I wanted because I never go here on purpose, and picked: nuggets. "Saucy nugs," they call them. I picked garlic parm pretty much at random. Also got a single because I wasn't sure nuggets would be enough. I wanted chili but they were out, understandably since it was late on a cold Friday night. Service at the drive-through was fast and friendly. Got home, the nuggets were... not bad. Better sauced than plain. Better flavor than some wing places. The single was better, well, once I added some flavor enhancer (chili crisp in this case.) The Thin Mints Frosty was intriguing, but we were just too cold. Maybe some other time (when they've dropped it, I'm sure.)

Got everything wrong. Horrible experience. Never again. Drink wrong. Food wrong. The robot order…read morereceiver and the humans need to figure this out. Again horrible. Just don't waste your time.

Plenty of staff, still crappy service and food

6PC. Saucy Nuggs garlic parm

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Dirty Frank's Hot Dog Palace

4.0(1.4k reviews)

1.1 mi•Downtown

This place has the atmosphere, the taste and the community. My most recent experience was amazing…read moreas we had incredible service and delicious dogs. Every time, I always get the same thing: The Classy Lady. I highly recommend this savory dog along with some mac n' cheese. It's the perfect pairing for a mid-day meal or comforting dinner. Dirty Franks has been, and will continue to be, one of my friend groups' favorite spots at Ohio State!

We haven't been able to get over here in years, but we're so glad we happened to drive by after a…read moreshow downtown last night. The sign caught my wife's eye and since we were hungry, it was kind of perfect. Our kids had never been here before and it was a good opportunity to expose them to a great late-night diner with plenty of vegetarian options (our favorite thing about this place) downtown. We each ordered a veggie dog in a different style and we grabbed some sides as well - totchos, fries, and pretzel bites! The kids loved their sides. We are still opening their eyes to different types of foods, so it was a stretch for them to order a veggie dog at a restaurant that had unique toppings! Next time, we'll have them get charred and not steamed. I thought steamed would be the way to go, but I forgot my oldest has become accustomed to veggie dogs on the grill during marching band season. I tried the veggie brat out of curiosity. I could honestly take it or leave it over a charred veggie dog. I like both about equally. Overall, great experience. Our server was great, friendly, and accommmodating, and our food tasted great! I hope we can talk the kids into coming again to try a different combination. It's such a fun place that fits our family vibe.

A peek behind the bar, without spoiling the wow-factor of walking in for the first time.

Spicy Slaw Dog

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A bright beacon in the dark of 4th Street.

Local Cantina Brewery District

3.9(220 reviews)

0.4 mi•Brewery District

Local Cantina gets all of the details right when it comes to takeout. I ordered takeout for pick-up…read morearound 10:00pm. I appreciate the option to order takeout after the dining room closes. They included chips and salsa, lime wedges and all of the condiments I'd need and have access to if I were dining in. The parking lot it's a bit dark but it is great that there is designated parking in an area where most places only offer street parking. The staff were attentive and brought my order to the door as soon as I arrived. I also liked that there are several side dish options and I could order fries with the steak fajitas. The steak was inconsistently cooked. Otherwise it was a fantastic meal.

Absolutely love, Local Cantina. There used to be one by my house, but now the only one I know of is…read morethe one on High Street. We started the night with a picture of margaritas and they have a really good deal for them during happy hour as well as on Tuesdays. My favorite is the mustache ride with Reposado tequila, sweet lime, grand marnier, agave syrup. I love that they always have chips and salsa as a self serve option. Their queso is by far my favorite with melted cheese, jalapeños, onions. Let's get into tacos. I go to is the tempura shrimp that is fried, lettuce, queso fresco, sweet chili. I normally get at least one Weezy styled. I highly recommend it- Soft flour & hard corn shell with queso & guac.

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Taco Bell

1.8(78 reviews)

0.3 mi•Brewery District

food amounts in particularly the cantina container they could just put a flat lid on it there's…read morenothing above the bottom bowl then I mean nothing they make sure that it does not even come close to touching the top shrinkflation except for the container it's a shame this could be a good restaurant with a lot of business but it's not because you can't be cheap and act like you're not

On Sunday, December 2025, I pulled up to the drive-through at 808 S. High St. in Columbus Ohio…read more I've been to several Taco Bell's, I had four dogs in the truck with me, I asked for four pup cups, the lady inside laughed at me and said we don't have those, no apology. I made my order and proceeded to the window, only to see several women standing around the window and what appeared to be a male preparing my food with his pants down around his thighs. At the very least, I want a refund for my meal that I would not eat.

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Condado Tacos

4.0(450 reviews)

1.2 mi•Downtown

Popped in for lunch. Started with the trio of queso, salsa, and guacamole. Loved the first two,…read moreguac was ok (I think the avocados weren't ripe yet). Had the Lucy's fire (chicken) and Sweet heat (brisket) tacos. Both were delicious and huge. Honestly one was probably enough after having the chips/dips. Skinny margarita was great as well. Service was good. Ate outside and enjoyed the warm weather on their huge outdoor patio. We ended up coming back later that evening with friends and had more margaritas. Everyone was happy!

Came here with friends before seeing a show at the Ohio Theater. Perfect place for a nice sized…read moredinner before walking to the theater. We sat outside on a nice afternoon and enjoyed the atmosphere. The menu had some fun tacos and dips, and our server had some great recommendations. It was a Saturday night but the restaurant was still busy. It was not so packed that our servers were overwhelmed, which is why I was a bit disappointed we never got our drinks refilled. The food came out really fast though and the tacos were HUGE! We each got 3 and it was almost way too much food. My friends were starving and finished theirs. I almost finished all of mine. Overall, good food that came out fast and was close by to lots of shops and the theater. I wish our server was a little more attentive but other than that we had a great time

Nice bar!!

Prickly pear skinny margarita, an Ooey-Gooey & a Sweet heat taco!

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Chipotle Mexican Grill

1.7(185 reviews)

0.7 mi•Brewery District

Been awhile since I went to Chipotle, and I was leery of this one because of the pretty bad…read morereviews. Looking through them it seems like service is inconsistent, and a lot of people have issues with Uber and other online services. But it was handy for me today, so I took a chance, and visited in person. There's a pretty big parking lot shared with First Watch. There were a few spaces open at 130 on a Friday. Otherwise, you are stuck trying to find a place in German Village, and good luck. There was a steady stream of customers, but the line was moving pretty quickly. Service was professional and fast. The ingredients were all spread out and were fresh. In a few minutes I had my food. There was a small mistake, and they quickly and graciously fixed it. I don't think I ever noticed before that they had tacos, maybe they've always had them, but I decided to go for those instead of a standard burrito. I got the carne asada, which is apparently seasonal, plus black beans, cheese, sour cream, lettuce, tomato salsa, and corn salsa. The tacos hold together fairly well, although they are definitely messier than a burrito. An extra tortilla might be nice to scoop all the leftovers into. And they were pretty darn good. The steak was good, the other fillings were fresh. I also got a side of chips and guac, and the guac was very fresh and tasty, with some onions mixed in. I also got a side of chimichurri, which is again a seasonal thing. Maybe they're using a bigger cup at the store than in the ad and on the menu, but the serving size was pathetic. I would blame false advertising more than the staff. The sauce itself was pretty darn good. I put it on the chips and on the tacos. An assortment of fountain drinks and aguas frescas, etc. The place is pretty big, and clean. This was honestly one of the best meals I've ever had at a Chipotle, and, you know, that's on a curve. There was a time when I ate Chipotle a lot, and then I avoided them after they had some issues and I had some bad service experiences. But this was a very pleasant surprise. I will definitely be back. I'll see if the experience is spotty and inconsistent. The price is reasonable for what you get. Far exceeded my expectations.

I ordered catering for 25+ people over 24hrs in advance. The order was for delivery - the driver…read morewaited over 40 minutes at the store for the order and the delivery was 45 minutes late. Not the end of the world but it was for an event at 12 - food to be delivered at 11:30. Food arrived at 12:15. Multiple missing and wrong items. I called customer service and their catering representative was very nice, but he was unable to get a hold of the store to get an update while the whole thing was happening. Just unreliable and unprofessional.

Chimichurri on the menu board- looks a lot different than what I got.

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White Castle

2.9(30 reviews)

0.2 mi•Merion Village

I had such a great experience at White Castle! From start to finish, everything was on point--even…read moreafter hours since they're open 24 hours. That made it even more convenient, and they still delivered amazing quality. My order was fresh, accurate, and honestly exceeded my expectations. I ordered two cheese sliders, a small fry, a six-piece chicken rings, a fish nibbler, and a strawberry Fanta--and every single bite was delicious! The food was so good that I even had to call in and let them know how much I appreciated it. It's not every day you get service and quality like that, especially late at night. Definitely one of my best visits--YUMMY!!

My first time at White Castle, and it was exciting walking in! The staff greeted me with big…read moresmiles, setting a great tone for my visit. I tried the new chicken sandwich, adding extra pickles and sauce on the side. Everything came out piping hot, including the fries and burger. I also loved the soda machine with so many options! What a fun treat to finally check out White Castle!

1.1 mi•Discovery District

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McDonald's

1.6(106 reviews)

I recommend mobile app and drive thru at this location. Safe yourself the frustration and don't go…read moreinside. Food is mediocre at best for even McDonald's. Double cheeseburger, and coffee and a sausage biscuit, are my go-to's for lunch and breakfast. Service is the worst part of the location next to the shady characters that you can run into loitering inside and trashing the bathrooms. It's the closest location and serves its purpose. However, McDonald's is overpriced as it is, then for crappy tasting and assembled food and poor service makes it less than appealing. For the best experience do the app and drive thru.

I've visited this locations a couple of times over the summer and it's been a disappointment each…read moretime. I know fast food isn't the most nutritious or delicious food options, but the food here is just not good. Every burger I've gotten tasted old and the bun was stale. The McChicken patties are also dry. It's like their kitchen is working with leftover ingredients from other locations or something.