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    The Franklinton Playhouse

    5.0 (1 review)

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    The Clay Cafe

    The Clay Cafe

    4.0
    (40 reviews)
    3.0 mi
    $$

    Love this place! It is a small space so definitely make a reservation if you are going in groups!…read moreParking lot is also small so be prepared for that. Neither of those things are drawbacks, just things that would be helpful to know ahead of time if you've never been before! Inside is a very cozy atmosphere and welcoming environment! There's always a variety of blank pieces to select from; I do not often see repeat items. There is a table at the front which includes various items: stamps, lace, paper cut-outs, paint tape, letter stamps, just lots of things to help you make the piece you want! They do discounts for students and children. I cannot recall the exact amount for each, but they do have them!

    I love this place if you're looking for a new experience to do alone or with friends.The clay cafe…read moreis a perfect place. They have have plenty of pottery to choose from. A wide assortment of paints and accessories to make your own creation special. My my family decided to decorate coffee cups. It was really fun and the baby even got in on action. My daughter is son in law were very creative.Me not so much, but it was fun anyway. The space is kind of small.We went on a weekend and they had a big group in there.So I would say during the week is probably a better time. The staff was a really nice and helpful. I cannot wait to go back and create something different. Also, it takes about a week to get your finished project back. Because it has to be put in the oven to finish it.

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    The Clay Cafe
    The Clay Cafe
    Post glaze/kiln and the center is just 1 place that you can see a puddle of glaze was left in one place too long and ruined the plate.

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    Post glaze/kiln and the center is just 1 place that you can see a puddle of glaze was left in one place too long and ruined the plate.
    Natalie's Grandview

    Natalie's Grandview

    4.3
    (82 reviews)
    2.6 mi
    $$

    I absolutely love the charcuterie board and the Margherita pizza. I have consistently ordered the…read moresame thing every time I have been here. The service is quick as you order on your phone. We went to listen to the Such Sweet Thunder and they were amazing. The tables are close together and cozy. Reserved seats. We will definitely come again.

    I really wanted to like Natalie's a lot more. I like the concept of the two spaces and the venue…read more And I appreciate that they are gay friendly, but hear me out. Walking in, the ambience is great and the staff were friendly. That part was solid and 5 stars. Outside of the entry and seating, everything else felt mediocre at best. We had a few cocktails and ordered some beverages, some duck fat popcorn, fries, and a pizza. Nothing was bad, the food was good but nothing stood out either from the initial welcome. I had my own Toast tab set up via online ordering app and ordering was easy. We were there with friends who were also ordering separately on their own mobile tabs. Somehow drinks were added to my tab that I did not order on my phone. When I asked about it, the response was that it was assumed I bought a round since other ordered at the same table without a verbal consent or acknowledgement. They had their own tab. If I had ordered it, it would have been on my phone. That part was frustrating and took away from the experience. I paid it and accepted it was our friend's drinks. Overall, I like the idea of Natalie's and the atmosphere is nice.

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    Natalie's Grandview
    Natalie's Grandview
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    Game Arena

    Game Arena

    4.3
    (9 reviews)
    2.7 mi

    We went into Game Arena with the highest hopes of having an amazing esports experience. Our group…read moreof six bought an hour and got an extra hour free, which sounded like a great deal. Unfortunately, we spent more time troubleshooting and trying to get the games to work than actually playing. Half of our group eventually just gave up and sat around chatting. That said, the food and drinks were absolutely the star of the show -- everything we ordered was fantastic and honestly the saving grace of the visit. Game Arena has a lot of potential and could be an incredible spot if the tech side was more reliable and smooth. Until then, it's more of a cool place to grab a bite and hang out than a true gaming destination.

    Cool place to do gaming with friends! Free parking on the street on Sundays in this area is a plus…read more I parked in the gateway garage since I had no idea until my friend told me. Walking in, there were a number of people playing on PCs and on the consoles. Not overly busy for a Sunday night. But Seems the wait to use a console could be long as there aren't as many of those to use. They do have USB plugs if you want to bring your own controllers for the PCs. Had no idea about this as Im not the best on mouse and keyboard. PCs do seem to run super well for fast paced battle royale. Only issue is that the PCs don't have that many games. It's mostly popular ones but they don't all work for some reason. You can use the steam accounts on their system but logging into our own gave us trouble. Also, my friend had issues with his mouse and headphones. He had to keep flagging down staff to help him out. They are very accessible but this was kind of inconvenient. It's a cool space to hang though! They have a bar area and an upstairs area. You could honestly just come in to eat and get drinks without actually gaming. Food was good! My friends and I all got boneless wings. They are huge! It's a lot for the price. Korean fried chicken flavor wasn't at all Korean to me. But it tasted good. I added some fries and it came in a huge basket. Great prices in general! Even got a couple beers under $7 each. You order the food at the bar then they deliver it to you at your computer. They've got takeout containers if you need 'em too. Prices weren't bad. It was $15 for 3 hours and there's a time clock on the PC. They have monthly memberships if you come here a lot. This place wasn't here while I was at OSU. I'm glad they added it to the campus activities!

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    Game Arena
    Korean fried chicken boneless wings with fries and blue moon
    Korean fried chicken boneless wings with fries and blue moon
    FCOA at Game Arena!

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    Grandview Theater & Drafthouse

    Grandview Theater & Drafthouse

    4.4
    (74 reviews)
    2.5 mi
    $$

    Here's a polished, concise rewrite that keeps your tone and details while improving flow and…read moreclarity: What a great, unassuming place! We were attending a 12:45 movie, and the doors didn't open until 12:15. I'm not sure if Sundays always follow the 30-minutes-before-showtime rule, but it's worth noting. The bar area is spacious and open anytime. The theater itself was on the smaller side but still plenty roomy, with very comfortable chairs. Each seat has a narrow table in front for food and drinks, which was a nice touch. The surround sound system was solid. Parking is mostly located behind the building and can be pricey when enforcement is in effect. Unfortunately, the theater can't assist with parking since it's not their lot. The bartender was fantastic--very friendly, explained where the theater was, how ordering works, and answered all of our questions since it was our first time there. We ordered pizza, which came out quickly and was delicious. We tried the Elephant and the Hot Swarm--both excellent. They offer 40 beers on tap, along with cider, wine, and hard liquor. There are also board games scattered throughout the space. I'll definitely be back.

    This was our first time here and definitely did not disappoint…read more I am deaf so we called ahead to make sure this small theater could accommodate me. They have closer caption on a stick. Not the best in technology but it gets the job done. Zero complaints from me. We walked in and there is a bar area to the right. They have everything you could want for the movies. Beer, popcorn, candy and even pizza. I bought a tall beer and popcorn and did not have to mortgage the house. It was $17. Water was free. Thank you! We walked into the theater and they have tables setup so you can sit at and put your drinks and snacks on the table instead of having to hold them on your lap. What a great great idea! The couple a few spaces from us had a large pizza in front of them. The chairs were extremely comfortable and it was the perfect getaway date night. We will definitely be coming back here to see more movies. Great and friendly staff. The two women did a fantastic job helping us.

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    When the weather is nice the bar is open-air.
    When the weather is nice the bar is open-air.
    Movie theater #2
    Movie theater #2
    The retro sign lights up the patio well into the night.

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    The retro sign lights up the patio well into the night.
    The Arne Slettebak OSU Planetarium

    The Arne Slettebak OSU Planetarium

    3.8
    (6 reviews)
    3.2 mi

    Who knew about this hidden secret -yeah, about that - I found it really tricky to find & don't know…read moreif I could find my way back. So maybe drop some breadcrumbs because it is worth revisiting. I took my boyfriend here for a surprise date & it really delivered. We learned so much about the stars, planets, constellations & the solar system while attending the "Voyage Through the Solar System" which is a live show presented by OSU astronomers. The presentation lasts approximately 40 minutes and leaves the remainder of the hour for some Q & A with the audience. The show takes place in a 63-seat 30-foot dome theater with a state-of-the-art XD digital projection system giving exquisite views of the night sky and takes you on digital journeys to the planets, stars, and distant galaxies. Our astronomer gave us really interesting information in a fun & engaging way that held the attention of all. Tickets are free, but go fast!

    What a find! Due to boredom, a needed break from movie night, and the discovery of the Eventbrite…read moreapp, I'm here! I'm not a "sciency" type of person, nor is my family. I sincerely went with low expectations. I was completely wrong! What a wonderful nostalgic, visit to my childhood! I'd completely forgotten the amazement planetariums create. Although the location was difficult to find in the dark, with the help of some OSU students, we finally made it. There is no visible sign or address on the building from the street view. There is also no off street parking. Luckily the OSU parking garage is within a short two block walk. I'm also not sure if the building is handicap accessible. I'm thinking that it has to be? Due to our search for the location and street parking, we were a few minutes late. The room was packed and we had to sit in the front row. I recommend you don't do this. Although the chairs are comfortable and recline, you'll have a better experience and view if you're seated towards the middle. Our guide was exceptional! He was knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and passionate about his field. It made it a great experience! The clarity and details in the presentation were great. The audience ranged from young to senior citizens and everyone appeared to enjoy themselves. There were a multitude of questions and all of them were eagerly answered. You were made to feel comfortable with the attitude of "there are no stupid questions". It was truly a learning experience with the incorporation of very recent discoveries in space. I'll definitely be back and strongly recommend this as an outing for any age. There are a few different presentations, they're usually about an hour long, along with the question and answer session. I discovered this on Eventbrite, I'm not sure if the planetarium has a website with a calendar. It's definitely worth checking out!

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    The Arne Slettebak OSU Planetarium
    The Arne Slettebak OSU Planetarium

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