Restaurants near Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbus - Polaris Parkway / COLUMBUS

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1. Polaris Grill

4.8

Exceptional(5265)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Polaris

Booked 53 times today

* Please Call for Group Reservations Larger than 8*Our mission is to treat our customers as if they were guests in our homes. We want you to have a great meal in a comfortable environment served by our friendly and knowledgeable staff. We appreciate your patronage and hope you return to visit us often. Guests from across the globe come for our Famous "55" salad, Wild mushroom bisque, and Aztec Chowder but leave raving about the fresh seafood and delicious steaks. Owned and operated by local restaurateur Darren Greene, the Polaris Grill delivers the best dining experience in North Columbus. Serving lunch Monday through Sunday, a sensational brunch on Saturday and Sunday, and dinner nightly.

2. Nomad

4.8

Exceptional(1078)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Polaris

Booked 16 times today

Thank you for choosing to dine with us! Please note that we have the following times set aside for your party before we have the next table to seat. Please leave us a note in your reservation or call the store directly if you think you'll need more rime at your table and we'll gladly accommodate if we can. Parties of 1-2 1 hour and 15 minute, parties of 3-4 1 hour and 45 minutes, parties of 5-6 2 hours, parties of 7-8 2 hours and 45 minutes.

3. HARU Omakase

4.8

Exceptional(105)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Polaris

Booked 7 times today

Experience a Japanese culinary tour at HARU Omakase, crafted by Executive Chef Yudi Makassau. We specialize in modern sushi prepared using traditional techniques. Each curated course showcases seasonal ingredients and unique flavor pairings, and our selection of wine and saké pairings perfectly complement each dish. Enhance your dining experience at our omakase bar where you can get up close and personal with the preparation of your meal and interact with our chefs while they serve you directly. Join us for an unforgettable evening where tradition meets innovation!

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4. Eddie Merlot's Prime Aged Beef & Seafood - Columbus

4.8

Exceptional(5759)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Polaris

Booked 55 times today

At Eddie Merlot's Columbus prime steaks and exceptional service come together to create an unforgettable dining experience. Located just north of downtown Columbus this isn't just any steakhouse—it's a destination for food lovers, steak connoisseurs, and those who appreciate fine dining.Eddie Merlot's is just a short drive from many local hotspots like West Broad Street and E Main St, making it the perfect stop whether you're exploring the city or looking for a memorable evening out. It offers a unique dining experience for lunch, dinner, or private events. Whether you're an out-of-town visitor or a Columbus native, Eddie Merlot's brings exceptional service and inspired flavors right to your dinner party.Our menu boasts prime steaks, including a top-tier filet mignon and New York Strip. Seafood lovers will appreciate the perfectly cooked lobster tail and king crab legs. Pair your steak with a glass of fine wine or a housemade cocktail and you’ve got a match made in culinary heaven.

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5. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Columbus

4.5

Awesome(3723)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Polaris

Booked 63 times today

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is an American Restaurant and Steakhouse serving authentic wood-fired steaks, seafood, specialty cocktails and select wines. Join us for Happy Hour at the FIREBAR® or on the patio for drink specials and bar bites. We offer top-notch service and upscale dining at a modest price. Reserve Your Table with us today.

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6. Flour Modern Pasta Bar

4.3

Awesome(148)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Polaris

Booked 25 times today

Welcome to our modern pasta bar, where we blend global flavors and pasta shapes with the comforting traditions of Midwest cuisine. All our pasta is freshly made in-house, ensuring quality and flavor in every dish. Located in the Polaris Mall next to Barnes and Nobles Enjoy an easy and affordable preset menu for dinner, featuring salads, in house baked breads, a variety of handmade pastas, and delightful desserts. Our focus on craft cocktails with local spirits promises to bring a fresh vibe to the Polaris Cocktail scene.Join us for a memorable dining experience that combines tradition with innovation in a vibrant atmosphere by Chef Yash Kishinchand and the family of Rooh Columbus.

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7. Fogo de Chao - Columbus

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4.7

Exceptional(47)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Polaris

Booked 103 times today

Now Open! Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.

8. Molly Woo's

4.7

Exceptional(3320)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • Polaris

Booked 62 times today

With red lanterns, Asian artifacts, high ceilings & dramatically flavored Pan-Asian Cuisine, Molly Woo's reverberates with the incredible energy & big flavors of all things Asia. At Molly Woo's, located at Polaris Fashion Place, your palate can tour a variety of Asian ports-of-call. The peppery stir fries of the Szechwan Province. The freshest sushi from Japan. The noodle dishes of Canton, Singapore and Thailand. Mongolian hot pots. Award-winning Spring Rolls. All prepared authentically & presented artistically.

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9. Marcella's Italian Kitchen - Polaris

4.6

Exceptional(4438)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Polaris

Booked 61 times today

Marcella's Italian Kitchen is a bustling, urban burst of Italian flavor and energy. Serving lunch and dinner daily, Marcella's Italian Kitchen will have a lively atmosphere – whether it be for sharing lunch, dinner or a late night snack. The dynamic bar provides a vibrant venue for sampling from a selection of 50 Italian wines served by the bottle or quartino. The Italian menu features selections of olives, meats, cheese, small plates, as well as a variety of pizzas, pastas and Italian specialties. Marcella's Italian Kitchen brings an authentic Italian cafe to the Polaris Town Center, located across the street from Polaris Fashion Place.

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10. Liberty Tavern - Polaris

4.4

Awesome(97)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Polaris

Booked 23 times today

**Attention Guests: Easy Access Despite Construction!** Don't let the construction deter you! While one entrance is temporarily affected, there are still three ways to access our parking lot: via Fermi Drive, the driveway by Five Guys, or through the back entrance from Ikea Way. Clear detour signs will help guide you through Ikea and directly into our lot. We can't wait to see you!

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Updated on 4/26/2025

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KimberlyVIP
Indiana •42 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had a great meal. Service was excellent and we enjoyed the company we shared a meal with
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Polaris GrillPrice: Moderate• American• Polaris
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4.8
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Danial
Columbus •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
One of the best dining experiences I’ve ever had you will not be disappointed.
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HARU OmakasePrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Polaris
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4.8
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RichardVIP
Columbus •29 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great dinner. Wonderful service. Nice to be welcomed back by staff.
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Eddie Merlot's Prime Aged Beef & Seafood - ColumbusPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Polaris
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4.8
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AmandaVIP
Columbus •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Amazing food and service from the host stand, to the bartender, to manager Tia, and our awesome server, Jesus! Thank you for taking great care of our large work party
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NomadPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Polaris
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4.8
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Stefanie
Columbus •5 reviews
4.0
Dined on Apr 18, 2025
Very very good. Service was outstanding and the food is always delicious.
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Marcella's Italian Kitchen - PolarisPrice: Moderate• Italian• Polaris
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4.6

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