This was my first time dining at NAPA, and it was an amazing experience all because of our server,…read moreHarvey! It's truly special when a server makes the effort to get to know everyone at the table, make jokes and join in on the laughs. I was visiting Columbus for the weekend, and throughout the rest of my stay after dinner, I can say this meal was a highlight! The atmosphere was beautiful, and we were seated right away! The cocktails were amazing, I had a strawberry fields. Now as for the short ribs, they melted in my mouth! They paired perfectly with the risotto, truly a great plate of food that felt like home! I have already recommended this place to friends visiting Columbus soon!

I've honestly hesitated to write this review because this has been one of my family's favorite…read morerestaurants, and our experiences here have consistently been excellent--until now. We visited yesterday around 3 PM after seeing the new Mario movie. We didn't have a reservation, but seating wasn't an issue at that time. As always, the restaurant was clean, lively, and welcoming. The staff was very kind, and our waitress was attentive throughout our visit. We ordered many of our usual favorites, but my entrée--the braised short rib--was not quite up to the standard I've come to expect. While the meat itself was still tender, moist, and flavorful, the risotto was disappointing. It lacked its usual creamy texture and was noticeably too thick. Additionally, the dish was served with only carrots as the root vegetable, whereas in the past it has included a variety of vegetables that really elevated the overall flavor and presentation. I was especially disappointed because this was actually the first time I remembered to take a photo of my meal before digging in. I came in fully intending to finally leave a glowing five-star review based on all of our previous great experiences--but unfortunately, this visit didn't live up to that expectation. This was surprising, especially given how consistently great this dish--and the restaurant overall--has been during our previous visits. We've dined here at least five times this year and even celebrated our son's third birthday here, so this experience felt out of character. One difference worth noting is that we typically visit for dinner, and this was our first time coming during the afternoon. It's possible there may be differences in the kitchen or service during that time. We do plan to return, as we're hoping this was just an off day. This place has earned a lot of goodwill from us over time, but we wanted to share this experience in case it's helpful for others.

I really, really, really love the drink menu of the Alibi. Like, a lot. Their visual chart is a…read moregodsend for cocktail explorers, and all of the drinks came out delicious and exactly as described. It's so creative, and the drinks are really the stellar stand out here. However, the atmosphere of those drinks is what gives me pause when thinking about coming back. The limited table situation, tiny cramped space, and loud music means that it doesn't feel particularly relaxing. People are constantly brushing up against you (even at 5PM), and holding a conversation at a normal distance is nearly impossible. NOTE: This place is covered in dust. No shade to the ownership as it doesn't appear to be anywhere near food prep areas (it's on the decor, on/around shelving, all over the faux plants, etc.), but if you're someone who's sensitive to dust, this is probably not a good fit. PROS: -I loooooooove how they've done their drink menu. As someone who is still exploring the potential of cocktails, their nerdy "chart" that places all of their drinks on a sweet/bitter and alcohol-forward/approachable visual chart is SUCH a help. As such, everything I ordered was absolutely amazing for me. I knew exactly what to expect from a drink because of its position on the chart, and it delivered. -Their drinks are really unique. Aqua faba? Fat washed alcohols? Lollipops or toasted marshmallows as garnishes? Super cool. Don't let some of the weirder descriptions creep you out of trying them. -All of their drinks were delicious. Everything I ordered was exactly as described. I often go places where the taste is barely related to its namesake, but they were entirely on-point here. CONS: -I'm not sure if someone called off that night as other reviewers are in love with the service, but our service was really really slow. No real rapport with the staff; just stating the name of a drink as they rushed past and then they were off to try to clean a table or take someone else's order. The drinks they made were great, but this isn't somewhere we'd go if we were in a hurry. -The pictures do not accurately convey how small this place is. Like, it's small. I'd guess less than 1000 square feet. My apartment is bigger by a lot. This isn't necessarily an issue, but it means people pile up quickly as they wait for seating (there's like 4/5 tables and then bar seating). The human walkways are small enough that the bartenders and other guests will brush against you a lot - even while seated. -I get the vibe they were going for here, but with the smaller space, I think a lot of the potential decor options had to "go" in order to fit more humans. It's giving me hardcore The Hearth Room (in Cincinnati) vibes, and I think it could honestly pull it off if it simply had more space. The "relaxed, sophisticated bourbon bar" doesn't quite come through as well when things are so focused on simply fitting in more bodies. -It's loud AF. Like, really, really loud. Between all the people and the blasting pop music, it required leaning into someone's ear in order to speak at normal volumes. We'd regularly have to pause the conversation if something in the music was building to a drop. This is not a place I'd take someone I wasn't very very comfortable with because it really requires being in someone's space to talk. -There's a single all-gender toilet here for everyone in the establishment. It's basically a revolving door of people in and out of it. The door auto-closes, however, so it's really difficult to figure out if it's open or not. There was usually a queue of people waiting in front of the door.

I never leave Alibi disappointed. They always have such a creative menu with something for…read moreeveryone. It always amazes me how quickly they crank out such creative drinks. I'm sure some of them are batched, but they don't taste like they are. Service was excellent, as always. Endlessly knowledgeable. Small place, but never feels crowded even when full.

Beautiful interior and nice patio seating as well. They have a daily happy hour on which all of…read moretheir House Cocktails are 50% off. It's truly the best way to experience this place. I had Smokestack and the Smolder Sour. No bad choices there, but the Smokestack was an elite cocktail.

The Beeline looks like an upscale bar with art deco wallpaper, crystal chandeliers, and velvet…read moreseats. They pride themselves with serving innovative cocktails and $9 craft beers. The space is double-height, with railings upstairs, making you ask, "Is there a private room for parties?" Wouldn't that be neat! No! Upstairs are restrooms and corporate offices. That was a missed opportunity. Also, what was surprising to us was the service model: order at the bar, pick up at the bar, and even bring your own snacks. I saw one gentleman at the bar with his own box of Cheez-Its and a Yeti cup. The atmosphere felt very insular. When the service is "self serve" and the guests bring their own pantry, the $9 beer feels less like a luxe experience and more like a cover charge for a pretty room. I wish I had stayed home.

Went to I Like It Like That earlier this week for a magical time! The vibes here are always fun &…read morewelcoming; and you feel like you're at home having a great time with all your friends! Their seasonal menus & themes are so fun, and everyone on the service team is friendly & incredible! This time I went for the @yelpcbus event & caught a phenomenal magic show; I still am wondering how all of the magic happened!! I got to try some of the delicious wood fired pizza; the Casanova & Greenwich Village (not pictured) are delicious! The mocktail is well balanced and refreshing; and all of their other cocktails are a must try as well! Be sure to stop by soon!

Fun! Laid back vibe. Good food and good drinks. The drink menu is so extensive that it can probably…read moreget overwhelming at some point. Very creative drinks. As a vegetarian I did have some options to pick from. The ambience is very cute, servers are very helpful, and and definitely a place you can try once.

I like High Bank, and I love it for happy hour. My only (minor) complaint is that I feel like…read morecertain drinks and menu items are a few dollars more than I would anticipate (or hope). But their happy hour takes care of that - even on Saturdays from 3p - 6p which is a brilliant promotion. While there, I had the smoked old fashioned which was impeccable. Then I took a sharp turn into the realm of Tiki with the Jamaican Rum-centric Caribbean Flannel. It hit the spot. After those cocktails, I really needed the Sweet Corn Elote to deliver and it did. I barely wanted to share it with others in my group. Good chips, great dip. Nice patio, too, if you don't mind the Goodale St. traffic.

First time coming on our trip to Columbus visiting family…read more My in-laws recommended this place and took us here for an early dinner. Great space. Friendly staff. Yummy food and drinks. Definitely would come back next time we're in town!

My husband and I came across this place, on Yelp, quite a while ago, and a cold winter day brought…read moreus here for some coffees. Well, coffee bar closes around 1PM, and they flip it to bar time until closing. We were warmly greeted by the bartender (not sure if part owner since there may be a few according to the menu's gratitudes). This bar is chic with a dark academia presence. I didn't take a lot of pics, since I was one of a few ppl there. However, they lean into the Lion theme beautifully. This place is manly, while have a soft essence... who doesn't love chandeliers. On to the offerings, it's a small menu, that appears to be seasonal... small menus means you're able to perfect things ;) My husband and I ordered a snack plate, with 'Spressy and Double Entendre on the side. Snack plate was served in gold dish: roasted salted cashews, toasted buffalo ranch corn, salted caramel chocolate covered popcorn. An elegant nod to beer nuts. I was a stereotypical millennial and ordered a 'Spressy: vanilla vodka, coffee, cacao, tonka; a little morning pick me up, but at night. Fantastic pull, smooth. My husband ordered Double Entendre: bourbon, pistachio, cacao; pistachio-y old fashioned. Bourbon is NOT my drink of choice, but I can tell you the prep showed great attention to detail; beautifully crafted clean, square shaved side, ice cube to perfectly chill the drink. As stated, this place is beautifully chic, with elevated drinks. The demasque wallpaper and gold accents are definitely my vibe. I look forward to returning and trying their coffee offerings.

Nice to have a local bar in Bexley! We went for music on Wednesday and HH, it was 5*. I enjoyed my…read moreOld Fashion too. They have no kitchen, but are working on a work around. They are also a coffee shop from 7-1. I'm going to try that next. The owner Mike is a chatty guy!

The Railhouse is a really dope spot with a great atmosphere. It's spacious, open, and has a vibe…read morethat makes you want to hang out for a while. I also loved the ambiance--it feels welcoming and is a great place to meet up with friends or family. The food was really good, and the menu offers a nice variety of options. I was honestly more interested in sampling everyone else's plates than focusing on my own, so I can't remember exactly what I ordered. I'll definitely be back, and next time I'll take photos and pay more attention to what I order so I can give a more detailed review. For now, I'd absolutely recommend checking it out if you're looking for good food and a great atmosphere.

While visiting the east market I ordered food and went ahead and waited at the railhouse bar. Upon…read moreentering it was lively and lot of patrons coversing. I sat at the bar so I received pretty good service on a Thursday after work around 5:00 p.m. They have $5 happy hour specials. I can't remember what drink I ordered. Regardless I remember distinctly how the service sitting at the bar was, and how the drink was so good I had two. This is a nice gathering area and is welcoming. I stayed about 20 mins until my food notification came thru my phone. I sure will be back and hope to bring some friends to try the brunch specials.

Doesn't appear to be in business . Doors locked and no sign of life . Does not appear to have…read morebeen open for quite a while

After visiting Columbus multiple times for work Lyfe Kitchen came up on my search for restaurants…read more I stayed near the airport for the first time so I was happy to find a new spot. It's located in a strip mall and easy to miss if you're not looking for it specifically. As soon as I walked in the 90s R&B was playing along with the music videos to match. The bar was full so I sat at a table with a clear view of the basketball game that was showing behind the bar. I ordered Don Julio on the rocks with a lemon($14) and they gave a heavy pour. I ordered the catfish and chicken casket with fried okra instead of fries. The chicken was a bit salty because I got the lemon pepper seasoning but overall everything was cooked well. I will definitely be back when I'm in the area.