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1. Parlay Sporting Club + Kitchen
4.4
Awesome(362)
Price: Moderate
• Sports Bar • Columbus
Booked 12 times today
Parlay Sporting Club + Kitchen is a polished sports bar and restaurant featuring elevated American fare, with an intricately curated specialty drink, spirits, & local craft beer selection. Located on The Cap in the Short North, next to the Greater Columbus Convention Center - Parlay is the Short North's superior host for viewing parties featuring the largest sporting events around the world.
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2. Forno Kitchen and Bar
4.8
Exceptional(2963)
Price: Moderate
• American • Short North - Arena District
Booked 75 times today
Located in the heart of the Short North Arts District, Forno offers the best atmosphere and contemporary cuisine in the city, with alluring views of our custom stone-fire oven and High Street happenings. An unrivaled Happy Hour includes hand-crafted drinks, wine by the glass, Ohio drafts, signature pizzas and sharables. Stop in and see why we’ve been ranked as one of Forbes Top 100 Hottest Restaurants in America! Please call us at 614-469-0053 to make a reservation!
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3. The Pearl - Short North
4.7
Exceptional(5959)
Price: Expensive
• Gastro Pub • Short North - Arena District
Booked 60 times today
Cameron Mitchell’s, The Pearl Short North, is a well-polished culinary jewel that showcases made-from-scratch food, classically inspired cocktails and an exclusive selection of Ales, Lagers & Stouts. All within one cozy tavern. White exposed brick, original hard wood floors, over-sized iron beams and windows that open to High Street complete this unique gastropub, located in the Short North Arts District.
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4. Marcella's - Short North
4.7
Exceptional(5740)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Short North - Arena District
Booked 91 times today
Marcella’s is a bustling, urban burst of Italian flavor & energy. Marcella’s has a lively atmosphere – whether it be for sharing 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 (1/4 of the bottle), but don’t forget about the ample offerings of antipasti & pizza. Marcella’s brings an authentic Italian cafe to Columbus’ Short North Arts District.
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5. The Guild House - Columbus
4.8
Exceptional(4016)
Price: Expensive
• American • Columbus
Booked 38 times today
The Guild House is an artisan eatery featuring creative American cuisine available for dinner. We proudly source locally grown ingredients whenever possible. Our chefs collaborate to create seasonal offerings that are regionally and globally inspired, all with artistic technique in an energetic and inviting space. Our wine list includes wines from around the world that are diverse and carefully selected, and our bar chefs craft fresh squeezed juices and spirits with skillful passion. Repurposed wood, local art and contemporary accents lend to The Guild House’s cosmopolitan character – suitable for revelry or relaxation.
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6. Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse-Downtown Columbus
4.7
Exceptional(2147)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Short North - Arena District
Booked 34 times today
Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse is an award-winning prime steakhouse specializing in aged USDA prime steaks. Positioned at the gateway of the Short North arts & entertainment district, Hyde Park is located adjacent to the Greater Columbus Convention Center and a short walk from the major downtown hotels, North Market, and Nationwide Arena. The restaurant offers a chef-inspired menu featuring variations of its legendary aged prime steaks, daily chef’s fresh fish features, and great seafood. Award-winning menus, the extensive wine list and impeccable service are why Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse is Columbus Ohio’s “go-to” fine-dining restaurant choice and place to be impressed, for convention goers, business meetings, corporate events, intimate dinners & special occasions. Private event rooms available; heated covered outdoor dining; valet parking offered - $10
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7. The Rossi Kitchen & Bar
4.7
Exceptional(416)
Price: Expensive
• American • Short North - Arena District
Booked 21 times today
The Rossi has been a staple in Short North North Arts District for over 10 years. It stands as beacon to patrons thirsting for the perfect cocktail and hungry for eclectic dish in a casual, supper club atmosphere. Energetic, casual & comfortable restaurant located in Short North Arts District. Classic bar with small chef driven menu & regional wine list.
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8. SoCal Kitchen + Bar
4.6
Exceptional(2329)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Columbus
Booked 35 times today
SoCal Kitchen + Bar (formerly Del Mar SoCal Kitchen) is a full-service restaurant, offering the best of California-inspired dishes and cocktails. The restaurant pays homage to a SoCal Kitchen with “good food, good vibes and good times to remember.”The talented culinary team led by Executive Chef Mike Fick, is fanatical about freshness and uses only the best fare from the farm, garden and sea. The restaurant also has a heavy focus on vegetarian and gluten free options. SoCal Kitchen + Bar offers Brunch, Saturday and Sunday from 10am-3pm.
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9. ROOH Columbus
4.7
Exceptional(969)
Price: Expensive
• Indian • Short North - Arena District
Booked 15 times today
ROOH is a progressive Indian restaurant. Meaning soul or spirit, ROOH brings the spirit of India to Columbus. Renowned Executive Chef, Sujan Sarkar blends charming, seasonal dishes that are an interpretation of customary Indian sensibilities with his use of international techniques.---As a Courtesy to all guests, please limit your time with us to 2 hours for parties of 2-4, and 2.5 hours for parties larger than 4. We have a grace period of 15 minutes.
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10. Martini Modern Italian
4.8
Exceptional(5073)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Short North - Arena District
Booked 27 times today
Martini Modern Italian is a vibrant, high energy restaurant featuring timeless Italian techniques, innovative culinary presentations & progressive handcrafted cocktails, all in a sexy, cosmopolitan atmosphere. Located in the Short North Arts District across from the Convention Center, Martini is just minutes away from the Arena District & is open nightly for dinner.

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