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4.4 (181 reviews)
Open 4:30 pm - 9:00 PM
Updated 2 months ago

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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.

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.

Lomo Saltado  @ColumbusFoodDude
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 .

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!

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!

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.

Pork chops
Patrick M.

Huge portions.. two prefix were too much for two adults. Even the kids meal was huge (and tasty). I'd come back from a kid meal of chicken and fries. Everything we had was great, loved the pork chop. Wedge salad was a bit eggy for my taste but again, it was a huge salad. Overall, spendy dinner, but had plenty to take home. Cool vibe, atmosphere and the service was excellent. Waitress was super friendly and offered great recommendations.

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.

Cod
Talor B.

Honestly this place was good but not incredible. Came in on a Saturday night it was pretty busy but we had a reservation. Our server took awhile to come to us and was a bit awkward but got the job done. I started with the harvest salad which was fresh and had plenty of dressing. However the dressing was super lemon-y/tart and the apple & pomegranate seeds weren't sweet enough to cut the tartness. The cod was tender and the clam chowder was decent but it needed a bit of salt & maybe a little heat honestly? My boyfriend got the burger and said he was unimpressed. Overall I'd give them another shot but I wouldn't be in a rush to come back.

Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Ellie A.

Food and service were AWESOME. Our server took really good care of us and helped explain the menu since this was our first time. Portions were huge and tasty!

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Barcelona

4.1(760 reviews)
14.0 miGerman Village
$$$

Immediately after being greeted I knew I had made the right choice in making a reservation for my…read moreboyfriend's birthday celebration. The staff made us feel right at home and were very attentive. Our server, Sammy was very sweet and fun! My favorite touch was their pre-printed birthday menus. They definitely know how to make someone feel special. We ordered a bottle for the table to pair with our tapas. We tried the churassco, wine braised chorizo, and ordered a paella de marisco. The tapas portions are enough to have as a meal or 2 to be really stuffed. The paella portions are huge and are enough to serve about 2-3 people. I was pleasantly surprised how good the paella turned out since moving from Miami I have been very skeptical of any Latin or seafood in Columbus (sorry...) but the flavors were delicious!! They also gave us a free dessert for my boyfriend's birthday and it was also sooo delicious. I would definitely return, especially after finding out about their happy hour. It's a great little spot for a date or a celebration of any kind but make sure to let them know ahead of time so they can make your night special.

Every tapas dish I had was extremely odd. I get what they were trying for but none of the 4 dishes…read moreI had landed. The potatoes weren't cooked right, the asparagus dish was lackluster, the clams were pretty decent but didn't come with enough bread, and the steak dish was drowning in an unnecessary amount of sauce. On top of that, I especially wouldn't take children here with the explicit images on the walls. 2 stars because the staff was attentive enough.

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3.9(538 reviews)
8.3 mi
$$
Free parking
Rooftop seating

This was our first visit to Vaso Rooftop Lounge, and we were celebrating our 30-year anniversary…read more We were warmly greeted by the host right at our 4:00 pm reservation time and seated with an outstanding view overlooking Dublin, Ohio. Shortly after being seated, we were greeted by Derek, and the experience immediately elevated several notches. What followed turned out to be one of the most memorable service experiences we've had in a long time. Derek was incredibly knowledgeable about the menu and made several excellent drink and meal recommendations. He was enthusiastic, engaging, and had a great sense of humor, which made the evening even more enjoyable. We will definitely be returning and hope to have the opportunity to request Derek again. He truly made our anniversary celebration special.

Had a reservation for 2 at 7:15pm. Got seated on the side, facing the top of the surrounding…read morebuildings. I requested to be seated in the middle section & was told the tables needed to be cleared off first. Took 10+ minutes and someone else got seated there before us. Anyways, Arnold Palmer was very bitter. Whatever you have in mind for deviled eggs is not what you will need tasting when you try these. It had an odd smell and tasted under seasoned. Would not order again. The wontons I give a 3/5. Not my favorite. The mushrooms weren't over powering but still interesting. This could have also used more seasoning. Outer layer was crispy. If you don't like sauces, ask for your sauce on the side because they pour it on your wontons for you. The empanadas seasoned well. Stuffed well too. Would order again. Then we ordered the flank steak medium. We received well done and it took more than 15+ minutes for the waitress to come to our table to check on us in order for us to send it back to get medium. Other than that, plantains were cooked well, the rice and beans were good. Presentation was beautiful. The restaurant was not busy at all. There were many empty tables and seats at the bar. Music isn't too loud to have conversations. Considering how much I spent on these meals and drinks, I would not return again.

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Lupo

4.2(135 reviews)
11.3 mi
$$$

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.

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.)

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Ranchero Kitchen - One sandwich with the good fries

Ranchero Kitchen

4.6(116 reviews)
5.9 miNorthland
$$

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.

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.

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Inside from our table.

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

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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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Sidebar Columbus

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4.2(453 reviews)
13.2 miDowntown
$$

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.

We made it for happy hour before the show at the Ohio Theatre. We grabbed a two-top in the bar…read more We had one cocktail each and 3 starters. Great food and awesome service from the staff in the bar. My Old Fashioned hit the spot. The Spicy Potatoes are amazing, as is the Caprese Salad and Grilled Chicken Jalapeno pizza. Tip: they have resumed Tapas Tuesdays and it will be great if I can make it there.

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Sidebar Columbus - Smoked Salmon Bruschetta

Smoked Salmon Bruschetta

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