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    Nomad

    4.4 (186 reviews)
    Open 4:30 pm - 9:00 PM

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    NOMAD ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Intimate
    Classy

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    Mary H.

    We came here for a dinner after work upon a coworker's recommendation and we are blown away with the ambiance and the food. Our waitress was so friendly! Definitely chill vibes and great for a date night. I would come back again. I like that they have seasonal options as well :) Great cocktails too! I only wish I had room in my belly for dessert.

    Salmon
    Kate M.

    We've been here a few times and this time was not as overwhelmingly great as usual we did get different items. The mushroom toast is new and amazing! The scallop risotto was overly sweet. The tenderloin tips are good. The chocolate cake was nothing special. Overall will come again, but stick to our favorites such as the chicken sandwich and burger!

    Plum fairy cocktail
    Madeline F.

    Met up with some friends here, so glad we did! Our server was sooo nice and fun. Food was good, hard to get full from a salad but this salad was huge! Also had a seasonal drink and it was delicious. Cool atmosphere too, and somehow they made (or were lucky) the acoustics so that you can hear your table really well and not other tables around you.

    Zarzuela
    Carlos S.

    UPDATE - Was there again last night had another great meal, but the reason for this update is that its now OPEN on Mondays. I've reported this to Yelp but it has not been changed.

    Saltado
    Alicia W.

    Carry out. The Saltado was very good. The sauce was great. The seasoning on the tomatoes was good. Too many potatoes. I wouldn't order this again only because of the price.

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    John M.

    I absolutely love it here and this is one of my favorite restaurants in Columbus. The service is amazing and the drinks are divine. Perfect for date night or great place for the family you can't go wrong at Nomad. But it's the food that has me coming back so often. I can't say enough about it here!

    Moroccan couscous
    Norma O.

    Second time here . Had dinner with my daughter . I had the Moroccan couscous with tenderloin tips which were to done and dry . My daughter had the lomo Salgado . I think they may of been short of staff as once the food was served we never saw her again . We had to ask someone else for our check and the women who took care of it was very nice and we told her about the meat was over done and she comp both of our dinners and all we had to pay was for our wine . By her doing that I Will probably give it another try sometime .

    Strip steak (perfectly cooked )

    First time at Nomad Very nice interior, nice location. Hostess greeted me was very friendly. The manager was first to my table she was incredibly nice and informative. The server was helpful and also very friendly. Had a half wedge salad, was good slightly bitter but 8/10. Had the chef's special Strip steak served with roasted potatoes and creamed spinach. The Steak was perfectly cooked for me. It came covered with crispy Onions and blue cheese. 9/10 For dessert I had the Chocolate cake. Had great flavor not to dense 8/10. Only downside it did take just a little longer than I like to get the food but everything came out perfect. Overall had an really enjoyable time.

    Jeff R.

    I am part of a monthly group that visits different restaurants and basically orders all the tapas on the menu. This month we visited Nomad for their half off apps on Wednesday deal. It was a great experience. I started off by ordering the Manhattan. It was delicious! Probably why I ended up with a second. From there my group did our usual thing of ordering all the appetizers. Everything was delicious! I really enjoyed the mushroom toast, french fries and veggie tray! Our server, Claire, was also very friendly and attentive to our table. Was definitely a very nice experience!

    Grilled Red Snapper
    Ces C.

    The reason I wanted to try this place was because of the mussels I saw on other reviews. Unfortunately, they had just changed their menu a few days before we came..so no mussels. Apparently they change their menus a few times a year we were told. Our reservation was at 6:30pm. So for apps we'd like to try the Cracked Conch..they were out..so we had the Charcoal Ratatouille which was decent and the Summer Crostini, that was good However it was forgotten so it came after our main dishes.. For mains we tried the Grilled Red Snapper (only 2 left so we had it saved while ordering our apps) it was okay though, not spectacular, then Lomo Saltado and Bone-in-Ribeye (my picky son enjoyed this steak, cooked to perfection) I'd still give them 4 stars even with some mishaps as we enjoyed most of the food overall, though there's always room for improvement.

    Chargrilled oysters 3 for $18.
    Dan C.

    We heard that they put the veggie board back in the rotation so we checked it out during happy hour. Nice deal 50% off on this day for apps so we ordered it, some chargrilled oysters and a burger. Veggie plate has shrunk plus they now charge additional for naan(it was included in the original veggie board). $4 for the naan and does it have gold in it? We received 4 quarter pieces of naan(see pic). Cmon man really? Oysters were good and the bison burger very tasty. This restaurant has a Josper and really is missing the boat not to highlight it. Additionally I think they are still reeling from when they did all food 50% off during happy hour. Quantities extremely small. The $4 Naan took me out. Sorry guys you really make me think if it's worth it to come back. I was a massive fan of when you got up and running. Too many changes to keep me.

    Crispy Brussels Sprouts, sweet potatoes, pomegranate seeds and blue cheese dressing.

    The server was wonderful. She recommended the lamb with rice and vegetable kabob. First I had a house salad with an amazing blue cheese dressing followed by roasted Brussels Sprouts and Sweet Potatoes. Completed the meal with Key Lime pie. Very good!

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    Cilantro Latin Fusion

    Cilantro Latin Fusion

    4.7(150 reviews)
    8.7 miNorthwest
    $$

    Knowing the power that online reviews can have and taking some experiences with a grain of salt…read morehere and there because sometimes you hit that one off day where maybe a place that's normally epic just doesn't quite have their stuff together, I find that I end up giving 5 stars in a range that goes from "really good" to "Michelin needs to stop in here (or already has)." This is definitely on the latter end of the spectrum. I popped in here tonight for a late dinner (830ish on a Saturday) to find the place relatively busy but with plenty of open seats. The decor was a nice mix of dark and light with the bright green accents plus a big screen TV cycling tropical getaways (I assume from places in Latin America). I was seated and tended to quickly by a hostess and server, respectively. I got my order in for a coconut mojito and a chicharron arepa right away. My mojito came shortly thereafter with my arepa not long after that. The mojito, as you can see, was garnished with a generous amount of shredded coconut on top and was heavier and creamier than a normal mojito, lighter on the mint flavor and pushing closer to a piña colada than a mojito. All in all though, still quite a refreshing drink after a hot and humid day. The arepa though was really the star of the show. The flavors and textures and everything about it were just mind-blowing. The handmade cheese, the incredibly seasoned and cooked pork, and the crispy arepa were all just *BOOM*. The avocado had a little bit of surface darkness on the one end that could have been polished up a little bit but not the end of the world. One I finished with these, I waited patiently for a while for my server to come back but alas I had to pop up to the bar to get my caipirinha. This version was slightly sweeter than some versions I've had and I don't mind sweet, but just be aware for those who may be considering it. Eventually, my server came back and apologized for being gone so long as she was conversing with her boss. Like I said... grain of salt. Aside from a minor inconvenience of having to walk 10 feet to the bar myself, this place absolutely blew me away and I will absolutely come back if I ever find myself in town again. Bonus points for having gluten and allergen callouts on their normal menu as well!

    Only my second time at Cilantro but I really need to come back more! Came for lunch with some…read morefriends. Every day they have specials and it was drink special day so we all decided to treat ourselves with some fun cocktails, they had a great selection and my Caipirinha was delicious! They also have a good happy hour I see that I'll need to check out sometime. For lunch I got the breakfast arepa- gluten free and vegetarian. With that cilantro sauce- so yummy! Another friend also got an arepa she loved, and another got bandeja paisa which she loved but couldn't finish. Love the decor and ambiance in there, it's really lovely, and we were well looked after by our waitress. Definitely recommend!

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    Lupo

    Lupo

    4.2(135 reviews)
    11.3 mi
    $$$

    After we were seated, one of the folks in our party said they had just learned that the restaurant…read morewas not as good now as it was with the previous owners (or previous chef?). When the server--"Yana"--approached us, I grew less optimistic that all was well. I ordered a martini. When I asked if they have blue cheese olives, she told me "they cost extra." I thought she was joking, but she was not. (I learned when the bill came that my small martini cost 21 bucks. When I told the server at one point that I've never seen a martini in a cordial glass before, she informed me with some attitude, "It's still three ounces." I confirmed that I wasn't challenging her, but simply commenting on the non-traditional glass. Later, I ordered a diet coke. "We have Boylan's" she told me. "If it's a diet cola, that will be fine." When she brought it, she twisted the lid, poured most of the soda in my glass and took the bottle away with the remaining soda. I called her back after I'd taken a sip and said, "This tastes like rootbeer." Again with what seemed like attitude, she showed me the bottle and told me "it says diet cola." The server interrupted us at our table multiple times, reached over us to serve us, and took away plates we were still using. It felt less like fine dining "service" and more like what you would expect at a church dinner. The server was abrupt and seemed disinterested in trying curate a positive experience. The food, to be clear, was quite good, but that was the extent of the success for the evening. The menu prices would make sense if the service was above reproach, but it was NOT excellent service. Had the place been packed out, it might have made more sense that the service was compromised, but we actually commented on how light the attendance seemed to be for a Saturday evening. My hope is that the management might consider more staff training (or adjust their "fine dining" prices to match the service.)

    For me, Lupo still ticks all the boxes. I love the lively atmosphere, the always changing menu, and…read morethe proper craft cocktails. I think they are doing something unique in Columbus and I am happy to see them as busy as ever. I will say, the menu is eclectic and some of the dishes are more successful than others. On a recent visit, we loved the bacon wrapped dates, the charred green beans, the croquettes, and mixed greens salad. The birria tacos were fine, but not amazing. There are some great birria tacos in this city and they did not compare. The spicy chocolate martini was a perfect finish to the meal. Very spicy, very chocolatey, and not overly sweet.

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    Arepazo Tapas Bar Grille - Venezuelan Tequenos (@joeynht)

    Arepazo Tapas Bar Grille

    4.0(343 reviews)
    13.5 miBrewery District
    $$

    I've been eating at El Arepazo since its early days on Pearl Alley when there was no where to sit…read more As a Colombian-American, I am proud of our heritage and cuisine, but there aren't always great places to eat besides at home. So it was some surprise to try bandeja paisa (traditional huge platter of various Colombian foods) and find it the best anywhere, including in Colombia. 25 years later and that still holds true. I have yet to find arepitas as exquisite of those of Carolina and Carlos, and they remain my standard (I think they are Venezolano, but does it matter? They are delicious and they are the best I've had). The cilantro salsa is unique and really adds to a lot of the foods they offer. My spouse is all about the maracuyá juice, and their options are worth sampling since its not usual for most Americans. For me it is comfort food not only as a Colombian-American, but as a (former) long-time resident of Columbus who at times craves reminders of the past. I've been to Pearl through its incarnations, then Gahanna, and now this Brewery District location. This one is my favorite of the three, with nice space and a great Latin atmosphere. We were there recently on a Saturday and had top-notch service, and even a visit from Carlos to reminisce about old times. El Arepazo is a Columbus institution. If you are curious about Latino food, and Colombian/Venezuelan cuisine in particular, it is THE place to start. Columbus is lucky to have a restaurant like this that beats out anything in Queens, Elizabeth NJ, Miami/Ft. Lauderdale, and would give places from Bogotá to Caracas a run for its money. It's legit, its delicious, it is attractively priced, the location is great, the staff is warm and friendly. 10/10. Stop reading and go eat there!

    I am writing this review because I am extremely frustrated by the lack of communication I have…read moreexperienced with Carlos, the owner. On Saturday, August 8th, I took a friend to breakfast at First Watch, across the street from Arepazo. I parked in a legal parking space in front of Arepazo at approximately 10:30 AM and left around 12:30 PM. Later that day, I discovered that the front passenger door of my Jeep Grand Cherokee had been badly dented. At first, it looked as though someone had purposely kicked it. I retraced everywhere I had been that day in an attempt to determine exactly what happened. After reviewing my home security camera footage, I was able to narrow down when the damage occurred. The footage clearly showed that when I backed out of my garage to go to breakfast that morning, my passenger door was undamaged. When I returned home after breakfast, the damage was clearly visible. A few days later, after Arepazo reopened following Sunday, I called the restaurant and spoke directly with Carlos. I explained what had happened and told him that I had noticed security cameras on the restaurant that appeared to be pointed toward the area where my Jeep had been parked. Carlos confirmed that the cameras were working, although he told me the resolution probably would not be good enough to identify someone's face. I explained that I wasn't concerned about identifying a face--I simply wanted to know what happened to my vehicle. Carlos assured me that he would help me figure out what happened and promised to get back to me. It has now been two weeks. My insurance estimator has since inspected the Jeep and determined that the damage is consistent with someone's body having been slammed into the passenger door. The estimated repair cost is approximately $3,300. Despite Carlos telling me he would help, I have not heard from him. I have called several times and left messages with multiple staff members, including his manager, Brent. On Tuesday, August 18th, at approximately 6:30 PM, I finally went to Arepazo in person. I spoke with several employees, including Brent. Brent went into the back to call Carlos. After approximately 15 minutes, he returned and told me that he had just spoken with Carlos and assured me that Carlos would contact me. He still has not. Is this a review of the food at Arepazo Tapas Bar and Grille? No. Is it a review of the restaurant's service? Not exactly. But I do believe it says something about how the owner treats people. I wasn't asking Carlos to pay for the damage. I wasn't accusing Arepazo or any of its employees of causing it. I was simply asking him to follow through on his promise to check security footage that might show what happened to my vehicle while it was parked directly in front of his restaurant. I even told Carlos and Brent that I would gladly come back and eat at Arepazo if they would simply help me with the security footage. Apparently, after two weeks, several phone calls, multiple messages, an in-person visit, and two separate assurances that Carlos would contact me, getting back to me isn't a priority. That's disappointing. Sometimes how a business owner treats someone when there is absolutely nothing in it for him says more about the business than the food ever could. I guess Arepazo has enough business that Carlos doesn't need mine--or that of the friends and family I might otherwise have recommended to his restaurant.

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    Arepazo Tapas Bar Grille - Chimichurri Carne Asada & Peruvian Lomo Saltado (@joeynht)

    Chimichurri Carne Asada & Peruvian Lomo Saltado (@joeynht)

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    The Cactus Restaurant - Seafood pasta

    The Cactus Restaurant

    4.1(28 reviews)
    6.6 mi

    The food was amazing and very authentic. Plenty to choose from on the menu. Service was decent and…read moreplenty of customers to support a local hole in the wall small business. I was very pleased with the overall experience, except they were out of desert, which I was too full to eat anyway. Quality local Latin food!

    The Cactus Restaurant started as a food truck in Marysville in 2020 and opened a restaurant in 2024…read morein a Powell strip mall off the beaten path. The restaurant is bright, welcoming and very clean We were seated in a side room with the bar, a large projection TV screen with the volume on MAXIMUM and two smaller TVs advertising menu items. Those TVs featured some seriously delicious looking items! Service was ok. Drink refills were not offered and I needed one. We both ordered lunch specials advertised for $10.99 but billed at $11.99. Hubs ordered the lunch chicken bowl with rice, black beans, grilled chicken and corn. The corn was served refrigerator cold. The rest of the meal was hot. Overall the food lacked seasoning. I started with a cheese empanada. Expertly made and fried with goody cheese inside. The empanada was served with a dmall side of green sauce that I thought was cilantro based. I ordered the lunch Pabellon Bowl with pork, white rice, black beans and a sweet plaintain Everything on my plate was served hot but also without seasoning making it bland. I used the empanada sauce to add some flavor to the pork and rice. In summary, I wanted to love this restaurant the advrtised images on 2 TVs are gorgeous but the food was bland. The projection TV volume made conversation difficult and service could have been more attentive. This was our first expusure to Venezuelan food and probably our last. I still stand by the fantastic empanada. I would return for that alone.

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    The Cactus Restaurant - Main room

    Main room

    The Cactus Restaurant - Beef in mushrooms sauce with to sauces

    Beef in mushrooms sauce with to sauces

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    Ranchero Kitchen - One sandwich with the good fries

    Ranchero Kitchen

    4.6(117 reviews)
    5.9 miNorthland
    $$

    Let me tell y'all something…read more.. I've driven past this spot so many times knowing it was a Hispanic/Latin restaurant, but never actually stopped in because I didn't really understand the menu. Today, I finally gave it a shot--and I'm so glad I did. Everything we ordered was AMAZING. The food? Incredible. The atmosphere? Warm and welcoming. Our server was fast, funny, attentive, and made sure we were taken care of the whole time. Even the manager came out to check on us, which says a lot. This place is seriously a hidden gem. The prices are right in that perfect middle--not too high, not too low--and the portions? HUGE. Even the desserts don't play around. I would absolutely recommend this place again and again and again. If you've been thinking about trying something new but weren't sure... this is your sign.

    Ample parking in a busy strip center. Two doors from a BMV. Ambivalent front opening to a spacious,…read moreopen, comfortable interior. Our server was pleasant, helpful, and efficient. Any age would be welcome here. The food for me was mixed. Nothing bad or not fresh. The tortilla chips were thin and excellent. Not overly salty and strong enough to scoop goodly amounts of the tasty cheese dip. Sadly the cheese dip was barely above room temperature which was disappointing. The "bang bang shrimp" had no bang. They were alright as fried shrimp but no spice. The shrimp sauce was essentially mayonnaise. And again lukewarm at best. The two different sandwiches we had were both well stuffed. Among other things we tried both types of chorizo sausage they offered. Neither was what I expected. The French fries were very good. Another place that I'd have no problem going again, but, probably wouldn't choose again.

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    Ranchero Kitchen - Inside from our table.

    Inside from our table.

    Ranchero Kitchen - Pupusas, with chicken, cheese and jalapeños. Side of fries and a 2oz side of very spicy salsa.

    Pupusas, with chicken, cheese and jalapeños. Side of fries and a 2oz side of very spicy salsa.

    Ranchero Kitchen

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    El Pollo Perucho - White Rice (arroz)

    El Pollo Perucho

    3.9(58 reviews)
    16.4 miHilltop
    $

    After finally finding myself down in the Grove City/Lincoln Village area, I can justify the short…read moredrives to all the food I've bookmarked down here. I've been craving Peruvian cause aji verde is life. Anyway, this is a little unassuming restaurant in a strip mall. Wasn't too hard to find and plenty of parking. I got the half chicken with 2 sides cause i was HUNGRY. Def could have just gotten a quarter chicken and been fine. For sides I got the sweet plantains and green rice. The sides are what won the show for me. Those plantains were amazing. Crispy, gooey, and not too sweet, just a great dish all on its own. The rice was also flavorful without being too strong. The chicken was good but a little dry. It was great with the aji verde though and I wish I had asked for more sauce haha live and learn! For the amount of food, price, and taste, I thought this was an excellent meal. I'd definitely come back, even if just for some plantains!

    I wanted the Pollo a la Plancha with papas a la huancaina but they were out of it; wanted to…read morereplace it with tostones, and it was not available. I asked why still on the menu and was told "Our regular customers know we don't have this available" I guess this restaurant is only for regular customers???? Ceviche was actually REALLY good; fish was fresh and really seasoned well. Last time I came here the ceviche tasted like the rind of lemons. Service actually has improved; if you've come to this restaurant before you know that every plate is made fresh and that the dishes come out one at a time and not all at once. While my dishes came out separate as usual, the timing between dishes to table has drastically improved! When looking up this restaurant on line the cost for meals is listed as $ out of $$$$, however IMO it should be $$ or $$$. These two dishes and one drink (Chicha Morada) cost me $39.59 (3% charge for using credit card) Restrooms are...well they need improvement to say the least. Broken toilet in men's restroom and women's restroom needs cleaning. Overall it was an "ok" experience...I've been here before and because I HAVE SEEN improvement in food quality and service I'll give it 4 stars...otherwise it would be 2 stars if it was my first experience.

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    El Pollo Perucho - Pollo a la brasa (rotisserie chicken)

    Pollo a la brasa (rotisserie chicken)

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    Papa a La Huancaina

    El Pollo Perucho - Pollo a La Plancha with refried beans and onion salad

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    Sidebar Columbus

    Sidebar Columbus

    4.2(456 reviews)
    13.2 miDowntown
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    There are meals that satisfy, and then there are meals that define an evening. My recent birthday…read moredinner at Sidebar Columbus fell squarely -- and triumphantly -- into the latter category. From the moment we arrived, the service set the tone for what would become an unforgettable dining experience. Our server, Lacey delivered hospitality with the kind of effortless grace that can't be taught. She anticipated needs before they were spoken, guided us through the menu with confidence, and maintained a warmth that made our table feel like the only one in the room. Wine & Cocktails: A Study in Balance and Craft The wine selection was superb -- thoughtfully curated, expressive, and perfectly paired with the richness of the evening's dishes. The cocktails were equally impressive, crafted with precision and a clear respect for balance. Each sip felt intentional, layered, and celebratory. The Paella: A Showstopper But the true star of the night was the paella -- a dish so masterfully executed it deserves its own ovation. The rice was tender yet structured, infused with deep saffron warmth and kissed with just enough socarrat to make any purist smile. The seafood was impeccably fresh, each component cooked to its ideal texture. It was the kind of paella that silences a table, not out of politeness, but out of reverence. When the chef personally came out to greet us, it only reinforced what the dish had already made clear: this is a kitchen led by someone who cooks with both technique and heart. A Birthday Elevated My husband orchestrated the evening beautifully, and Sidebar rose to meet the moment with finesse. Our guests were genuinely impressed -- not just by the food, but by the seamless choreography of service, ambiance, and attention to detail. It felt less like a dinner and more like a curated celebration Final Thoughts Sidebar Columbus delivers the rare combination of exceptional cuisine, polished service, and heartfelt hospitality. The paella alone is worth crossing the city for, but the entire experience -- from Laceys attentive care to the chef's personal touch -- transforms a simple night out into something memorable. For anyone seeking a dining experience that feels both elevated and warmly personal, Sidebar stands confidently at the top.

    I had been wanting to try this place for a while and I finally got to stop in after Latino Fest…read more There were so many things on the menu that looked good so it was really hard to choose. I ended up ordering the mussels and my friend got the ceviche. I was really impressed. They were both so delicious, the service was great, and the inside of the restaurant was very moody and nice. We ended the night with the tres leches which was really good as well. I am excited to come back and try the lamb and the lomo saltado. The people next to us ordered the lamb and would not stop raving about how great it was.

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