I was staying in New Albany for a few weeks and had the same server both visits. I'm sorry that I…read moredon't recall her name now other than her distinctive hair color. She was awesome and super friendly and an asset to the business. As always, Alladin's food is outstanding like the other locations I've frequented. I love the hummus shawarma plate and the lamb dishes are great. Don't skip the pomegranate green tea.

Mind blowing food, outstanding service, impeccable restaurant with its own little bakery!!!!!…read more Yes, I have to say I'm extremely impressed!!!! Just upset that I didn't try this place sooner. Our server, Ari was so knowledgeable and helped us with our menu questions and dessert choices as well. Such a delightful young lady. The manager, Shawn stopped to buy our table to make sure everything was to our liking. The FOOD, WOW....I woke up today thinking about it?!?! Sooooo, looking forward to my next visit. Not exactly sure how they make their rice, but it was literally so good. I could've made it my dinner. Meats are grilled so you get that distinct smoky taste which pairs well with the rice. Also, I indulged in their carrot cake, which was so moist and out of this world. Aladdin's is a MUST try!!!

I am so please I decided to come to this restaurant, I can't wait to come back. The service was…read moreexceptional, and the restaurant is classy but not elegant enough to make you feel you are underdressed. The food was good and well presented, our server was kind enough to give us half portion of the fries for our baby and charged us only half price which was an accommodation that I wasn't expecting (nice touch). If you want a semi fine dining experience that will impress you come to Hudson 29 and you'll have a great time. Kudos to the bartender the Dirty Martini was outstanding.

Another perfect Cameron Mitchell experience!…read more Stopped in here a few weeks back for a work dinner and was amazed as always with the CM brand. We were seated in the event room which gave our work dinner a great vibe and allowed us to have a great conversation. Our server was very friendly and attentive as well. Dinner itself was delicious, had the sea bass which I heavily recommend. We also ordered several apps (not pictured) all of which I enjoyed as well. Side note- there's plenty of parking in the back garage. Definitely will be back here!

Our family group of six stopped in for a day before Father's Day lunch, because we thought they…read morecould accommodate a variety of tastes. We were spot on in our assessment! Our table had onion rings and deviled eggs for appetizers. Our main courses were: sausage gravy and biscuit (from the brunch menu), chicken skewers over a pilaf of ancient grains, a chicken sandwich with some of the best fries around, an eye popping huge ribeye steak and a simple grilled small grilled sirloin. It was all excellent except for my small steak which I had requested it to be medium rare. It came bordering on well done in spots. I rarely send anything back to the kitchen, but this was the exception. Our charming waiter, Brendon took at my plate and whisked it away. It took a while for my lunch to come back, so I mooched off every plate at our table. It was all good, even the chicken breast which is not my favorite. However, the big winner was my grandson's wood fire grilled rib eye, which was done a juicy and flavorful medium rare. Wow! The restaurant manager personally brought out my fresh and perfectly medium rare steak, which was fanned out in lovely tender thin slices. It came out on a fresh plate with fresh silverware and a fresh baked potato, mushrooms and a compound butter. I could taste the wood fire grill. Delicious! To me, mistakes can be made, but how a place recovers to the customers satisfaction is the true measure of a restaurant. There was also some comping involved, which was a nice surprise, but getting the perfect meal was the reward! We are already planning our next visit to this lovely newer addition to N. Hamilton Road.

So this was an interesting visit and it epitomizes the problem we have today with customer service…read more And it all begins with good management, but I'll get into that in a moment. When we walked in the hostess told us, it would be a two hour wait. Yes I expect delays on a Saturday evening, but when I asked if the bar was open seating, she told me yes. I walked around the bar and noticed that the bar was full, but there were the small tables around the bar. I asked the hostess are those tables part of the open bar seating and she said yes. There were a couple available and of course we sat down, but my wife and I were both surprised that the hostess would not have encouraged us and informed us right upfront that those tables were available rather than running the risk that we would leave due to a two hour wait. We then ordered a drink before dinner and I asked for a Corona. The waiter said we're out of corona and I said that is too bad on a Saturday evening at 6:30 PM -- how is an upscale restaurant out of one of the few bottled beers that they offer? We noticed also on the drinks menu that wine is served and poured at 5 and 8 ounces, but it is priced rather high and certainly as high as a 6 and 9 ounce pours, which is more customary at those price points The meal was ok, but the chicken breast was a little bit overcooked and the seasoned sauce was stronger than our pallets can handle. We also ordered dessert and decided to have coffee. My wife asked for a decaffeinated coffee. The waiter said to us "we don't carry decaf coffee only regular." I said you've got to be kidding, really? He said yes. I said well it's not your fault at all. You are just doing your job, but please have your manager come over, so I can speak with him. He never came by, so I asked another waitress walking by to have the manager come by. He finally came to our table and he opens by saying "It's a busy night." Clearly conveying that he was annoyed that he was called to our table. I explained to him that a restaurant like Firebirds that's on the higher end of the price scale in the area should definitely have Corona beer in stock and certainly decaffeinated coffee should be on the menu on a Saturday night, in frankly every night of the week. And all he could say to me is.. " I'm sorry we'll work on that." and then he walked away. Bottom line, Fire Bird's, you lost a good customer in us. Somebody needs to council the manager on how to communicate with customers and to express genuine concern for their interest, wishes, and any inconvenience that they might encounter. For this reason, two stars is probably a generous rating, and I will give credit to our waiter who did his best and behaved far more professionally than his manager.

I've eaten in a number of Rusty Bucket locations around Columbus so when my associate suggested we…read moremet at this particular location, I was good with her choice. Three of us were meeting for a "working lunch". We were meeting at lunchtime on a Friday. The restaurant was busy but not slammed. The food and service were both excellent with our choices including salads and sandwiches. Rusty Bucket did not disappoint.

Solid food. Bartenders are very so so. Much more interested in socializing with regulars and eating…read morepringles they brought and ate at the bar than letting us cash out and collecting our finished plates.

Yesterday, while my wife and I were out running errands, we started looking for a place to grab…read morelunch. I love trying new restaurants instead of the same old chain spots, and we happened to come across Café Zupas. Their sign said "Soup, Salad & Sandwich Kitchen," and since those are three of my favorite things, we decided to give it a try. The restaurant was bright, clean, and very welcoming. The menu boards had beautiful photos of the food, which definitely caught our attention. My only small complaint is that the menu doesn't include descriptions of what's on each sandwich or salad. Thankfully, the young lady behind the counter was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and happy to answer all of our questions. She even shared her two favorite menu items and explained them in detail. She recommended the Brisket Grilled Cheese with smoked brisket, provolone and Muenster cheese, sliced tomato, BBQ sauce, all served on ciabatta bread, along with the Chicken Chipotle Salad loaded with fresh mixed greens, roasted chicken, red onions, tomatoes, fire-roasted corn, black beans, tri-colored peppers, cheddar cheese, avocado, tortilla strips, chipotle ranch, and a honey cilantro glaze. Both sounded too good to pass up, so I ordered the "Try Two" combo, which includes a full sandwich and your choice of a half soup or half salad. Let me tell you... these are NOT normal half portions! My meal was enormous. As an added bonus, every meal came with a warm roll and a complimentary chocolate-dipped strawberry. I also grabbed a lemonade to wash everything down. The presentation was fantastic, and as a former chef, it takes a lot to impress me. But wow... I was genuinely surprised. Everything tasted incredibly fresh, with layers of flavor in every bite. The brisket grilled cheese was outstanding, and the Chicken Chipotle Salad was packed with fresh ingredients and had just the right amount of kick. The warm roll and chocolate-covered strawberry were such thoughtful finishing touches that made the experience feel even more special. My wife ordered the Turkey Bacon Avocado Sandwich with the Tomato Bisque, and she loved every bite. Before we left, the manager mentioned that everything is made from scratch in their open-concept kitchen, which made perfect sense after tasting the food. It's not often we discover a restaurant that checks every box--friendly staff, fresh made-from-scratch food, generous portions, and a welcoming atmosphere--but Café Zupas absolutely did. We may have just found our new favorite lunch spot, and I can honestly say I'll be back again and again. Highly recommended!

Few nights and I was a little under the weather therefore, it decided I would like to have…read moresomething comforting, therefore Café Zupas was in order! Chose grilled cheese ( which was like no grilled cheese I've ever had ) turned out to be superb, and the lobster bisque which had tons of big chunks of lobster in the bottom. Yum Yum Yum!!! Back to the grilled cheese.... You gotta try it. I got mine grilled with a ciabatta bun which added a little bit of smoking us to it. We'll be back again.

I've been here before during brunch it's usually ALWAYS packed so call ahead.. ALWAYS. As a single…read moreit can also be hard to pop in and find a seat at the bar. I downtown and come here after church down the street - suburb people don't have much out here so this place is sure to be crowded. Beleive me. Living downtown Theres seats in Grandview. Not here. Don't let that deflect or discourage you from coming, just be prepared! Parking lot typically gets full as well, so be patient. Food is SO GOOD tho and the drinks are delicious. I've had breakfast, brunch and dinners. All drinks are crafted and tailored. Can't ever go wrong with anything you order. Even on busy days, the service is quality! Go and ENJOY!

Loved high bank! I was a little weary to come here since I feel like I don't usually love chains &…read morethere are a few locations in Columbus. But finally visited for happy hour and really loved my experience. Service was quick, the ambiance was great on the patio, and the food and drinks were amazing. Would definitely love to come back soon!

First Visit--Impressed!…read more My husband and I visited the Chicken Salad Chick on N. Hamilton Rd. in New Albany, and we had an excellent meal. I ordered the Two Scoops and Two Sides. I tried one savory option and the Classic with pickles--both were delicious! A nice touch was getting a pickle spear on the side. For my sides: * Pasta Salad - Really good with a herb flavor that stood out * Fruit Salad - Fresh and refreshing, a nice lighter option My husband had the Croissant Chicken Melt Sandwich, which he said was fantastic. To top it off, the meal came with a Cheryl's Cookie--an unexpected delight to end the meal. Given how menu prices are these days, I'll admit I've been disappointed by other chain restaurants quite a few times. But this being my first visit to Chicken Salad Chick, I'm honestly impressed. Solid value and great service. I think I'm a fan! Highly recommend checking out the New Albany location if you're in the area.

Pros: They had a Free scoop day for customer appreciation!…read more1/22/26 Everything is so fresh and tasty Love their broccoli salad and the BLT was wonderful The combo comes with a pickle and little cookie, which is a nice touch Good variety of chicken salads Friendly staff Cons: Chicken salads are a bit more shredded than I like, making them a bit mushy Pro tip: Several central OH locations and worth a visit if you've never been. It will make a chicken salad lover out of you if you aren't one already!

Decided to stop in for dinner while in town. This place did not disappoint, and the decor was very…read morecute. Both dishes arrived piping hot and fresh. Even the donuts were made fresh, which I highly recommend -- although I didn't take a picture. I ordered them for dessert with a side of chocolate for dipping. I typically order hot sake in different flavors, but the waiter informed me that flavored options are only served cold, so I went with the original hot sake instead. Overall, great service and a great experience.

Dine in experience for lunch was fantastic. The place has excellent food and such a fun vibe. I…read moreloved the panang curry.