November 18, 20213 yr Joe's Pub & Grill expands with third acquisition The name on the bars is Joe’s Pub & Grill, but the business is definitely Abi’s. Abigail Radcliff is converting the former Average Joe’s at 8453 Sancus Blvd. at Polaris to the Joe's Pub & Grill brand after acquiring it last month. It’s her third such conversion in the past four years, following the Average Joe’s in New Albany in 2017 and the Powell location early last year. “People ask me, 'Did your dad or husband buy this for you?'” she said. “I’ll have vendors come in and give me their card and ask me to give it to my husband. I smile and take their card and then don’t do business with them.” More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2021/11/17/joes-pub-grill-expands-with-third-acquisition.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
November 18, 20213 yr East Market at Full Capacity with 5 Additional Vendors Announced The date is nearing closer for the East Market to make its much-anticipated debut in the Trolley District at 212 Kelton Ave. An announcement about a soft opening date is expected by the end of the month, but in the meantime, the market has reached capacity with five additional vendors taking over the remaining spaces. Cleveland import Ohio City Pasta will solidify its Central Ohio presence through its first physical location in Columbus. A frequenter of farmers markets and available at select local grocery store, Ohio City Pasta is not unknown to Columbus tastebuds, but at the market, they’ll be making fresh pasta on-site. Making fresh pasta for over 30 years, Ohio City’s wares include a variety of flavors of flat cut pasta, ravioli, gnocchi and more. East Market will be the second market-style setup for Ohio City, which has operated out of its flagship space at Cleveland’s West Side Market since 1991. More below: https://www.columbusunderground.com/east-market-at-full-capacity-with-5-additional-vendors-announced-sp1/ "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
November 19, 20213 yr Authentic Jamaican restaurant opening early 2022 “A new Jamaican eatery is coming to Pickerington. Twinado Kitchen’s Jerk Shack, which currently operates a food trailer and often frequents the Pickerington area, will be moving into the Shoppes at Turnberry. The eatery will be located at 1763 Hill Rd. in Pickerington. It will likely open in February of 2022.” https://614now.com/2021/food-drink/authentic-jamaican-restaurant-opening-early-next-year?fbclid=IwAR3YsMoWRHZuJcp4DEs1py3Piw4C81pFJJSyhkKxNY5nNUV10423Md5fYV4
November 19, 20213 yr New taco restaurant planning to open inside Ohio Statehouse “House Taco, a new fast-casual concept offering build-your-own tacos and more, is planning to open inside the historic Ohio Statehouse. The new eatery aims to hold its grand opening on Dec. 6. The restaurant space, which was formerly occupied by Milo’s Capital Cafe, is on the ground floor of the iconic building, located at 1 Capitol Square. At 2,500 square feet with indoor seating for up to 100, it would serve as the first-ever brick and mortar location for House Taco. Martin said he plans to utilize both pickup and delivery, as well as a spacious garden patio that the restaurant will have access to. House Taco plans to be open Monday through Friday, from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m., with dine-hours from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Breakfast and Saturday hours will likely be offered in the near future as well.” https://614now.com/2021/food-drink/new-taco-restaurant-planning-to-open-inside-ohio-statehouse?fbclid=IwAR2MuYc95lgjMQNFgI-pbtX0i8WFk_-8VSHgp1cMj2rfYZZBXg3YaP4NoB0
November 19, 20213 yr First Look: Little Ladies Soft Serve There’s now a spot to score the indulgence of Little Ladies Soft Serve all year long. The ice cream truck turned brick-and-mortar opens its doors at noon today, Friday, November 19, at 673 Worthington Rd. Will and Lydia Chambers initially launched the Little Ladies Soft Serve truck in 2018 as more of a side hustle. Then, with everyone cooped up at home during the pandemic, and the truck launching its neighborhood visits, things really took off in 2020, Will says. During its peak season of April through October, the truck would set up in two to three locations a day, six days a week. More below: https://www.columbusunderground.com/first-look-little-ladies-soft-serve-sp1/ "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
November 21, 20213 yr On 11/17/2021 at 10:10 PM, ColDayMan said: East Market at Full Capacity with 5 Additional Vendors Announced The date is nearing closer for the East Market to make its much-anticipated debut in the Trolley District at 212 Kelton Ave. An announcement about a soft opening date is expected by the end of the month, but in the meantime, the market has reached capacity with five additional vendors taking over the remaining spaces. Cleveland import Ohio City Pasta will solidify its Central Ohio presence through its first physical location in Columbus. A frequenter of farmers markets and available at select local grocery store, Ohio City Pasta is not unknown to Columbus tastebuds, but at the market, they’ll be making fresh pasta on-site. Making fresh pasta for over 30 years, Ohio City’s wares include a variety of flavors of flat cut pasta, ravioli, gnocchi and more. East Market will be the second market-style setup for Ohio City, which has operated out of its flagship space at Cleveland’s West Side Market since 1991. More below: https://www.columbusunderground.com/east-market-at-full-capacity-with-5-additional-vendors-announced-sp1/ I guess by announcing a soft open date “later this month” they meant two days later. The Dispatch has a write up about the market’s launch, and apparently its first event will be held December 2. After that, vendor openings will be staggered as equipment arrives and certificates are granted. “‘As soon as we get certificates of occupancy, we'll start seeing staggered openings until spring, when we'll have a grand opening," said Aubrey Stevens, operations director of the East Market. "The bars will be in operation, and one by one we'll get everyone else up and running.’” https://www.dispatch.com/story/business/2021/11/19/columbus-food-hall-east-market-prepares-open-trolley-district/8664874002/?fbclid=IwAR3sDj1Rxjw-xLSr5dkojGmTV-ybHPFUwDFid8IS46FaGOdAt8LWrjfZRhY
November 24, 20213 yr Kitchen Social opens in Dublin, going to Cleveland Kitchen Social just opened its second restaurant, but a third isn’t far behind. The Columbus-founded chain now is open at Bridge Park in Dublin, but will expand to a new city as well with plans to open at Pinecrest in Cleveland in the spring. “The one thing we were worried about is would Polaris slow down when we open Dublin,” said co-founder Brian O’Malley. “We’ve had back-to-back record weeks.” More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2021/11/23/kitchen-social-opens-in-dublin-going-to-cleveland.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
November 24, 20213 yr Driving through the Short North recently, I noticed signage up for a new restaurant named Parlay at 570 N High, where the steakhouse Black Point used to be, until it shut down last year. I found their website, and it sounds like they’ll have a mix of food, drinks, TVs, and event space. No opening date posted yet, however. https://parlaycolumbus.com
November 25, 20213 yr 22 hours ago, ColDayMan said: Kitchen Social opens in Dublin, going to Cleveland Kitchen Social just opened its second restaurant, but a third isn’t far behind. The Columbus-founded chain now is open at Bridge Park in Dublin, but will expand to a new city as well with plans to open at Pinecrest in Cleveland in the spring. “The one thing we were worried about is would Polaris slow down when we open Dublin,” said co-founder Brian O’Malley. “We’ve had back-to-back record weeks.” More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2021/11/23/kitchen-social-opens-in-dublin-going-to-cleveland.html From Cleveland, live near Pibecrest where the new location will be. Knowing they were opening nearby, we decided to drop by the Polaris location this past weekend. Fantastic food (Moroccan eggplant meatballs were a huge highlight - one of the best things I've had in memory - as were some craveable salads) and nice atmosphere. Best of all, surprisingly low-priced menu items, all around. Almost cheap, if that's possible. Wish them much luck and can't wait for the opening.
November 30, 20213 yr Louisville-Based Brewery to Open First Ohio Location in the Arena District A brewery will once again inhabit the space vacated by Gordon Biersch in the Arena District. Louisville, KY based Goodwood Brewing & Spirits will make its Ohio debut at 401 N. Front St. early next year. The last few years have seen major growth for the brewery which traces its beginnings back to 2005. It was known as Bluegrass Brewing Co. then and continued to license the name for a decade. 2015 brought the rebrand to Goodwood Brewing and 2019 the expansion into spirits and food service. More below: https://www.columbusunderground.com/louisville-based-brewery-to-open-first-ohio-location-in-the-arena-district-sp1/ "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
December 1, 20213 yr Rockmill ready to open Brewery District space for dine-in, delivery Bandit: Pizza and Pairings by Rockmill is opening for dine-in and expanding its menu. The Brewery District restaurant opened this fall for carryout business only. It’s the new iteration of what had been the Rockmill Tavern at 503 S. Front St. Owner Matthew Barbee closed the previous restaurant — a Columbus offshoot of the Rockmill Brewery in Lancaster — in the spring, pivoting the menu from its more upscale casual positioning to a pizza-centric offering that better fit the current consumer environment. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2021/11/30/rockmill-ready-to-open-brewery-district-space-for.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
December 1, 20213 yr New eatery featuring gluten-free, southern style biscuits opening on East Side “Whether they contain gluten or they don’t, there’s just something about biscuits from the South that taste better. And luckily for Columbus, a new combination production facility and cafeteria-style spot for Southern style, gluten-free biscuits is coming to the King-Lincoln Bronzeville neighborhood early next year. According to owner Aaron Blevins, Biscuits by Daddy O’s plans to open at 821 E. Long St. in January of 2022. Inspired by childhood trips to Bojangles in his home state of Georgia, the concept officially launched when Blevins, who relocated to Columbus in 2010, found himself with an excess of spare time during the pandemic, which he used to perfect his gluten-free biscuit recipe.” https://614now.com/2021/food-drink/new-eatery-featuring-gluten-free-southern-style-biscuits-opening-on-east-side?fbclid=IwAR1PtnUDaF1RT_p91fShkYxZOcwz2slEf4GFHxLN-79flmbfzEjbEqCfVgI
December 3, 20213 yr Jerky’s Jamaican Grill Opens This Weekend An authentic taste of Jamaica is coming to the edge of Short North and the University District. Jerky’s Jamaican Grill opens its doors at 1247 N. High St. on Friday, December 3 at 12 p.m. Taking over the former home of Happy Little Treats after its move down the street, Jerky’s small square footage makes it a takeout and delivery only operation for now. Owner Sanjiv Bacchas saw a need for authentic Jamaican cuisine in Columbus, and with its popularity, foot traffic, and vibrant late-night scene, the Short North area was the ideal place to bring it to the masses. More below: https://www.columbusunderground.com/jerkys-jamaican-grill-opens-this-weekend-sp1/ "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
December 6, 20213 yr Bibibop Asian Grill to offer first full-service drive-thru at new Delaware County development “Bibibop Asian Grill will offer its first full-service drive-thru option in Delaware County. The site will sit at the new Shoppes at Olentangy Crossing development off of U.S. route 23, which has also signed Tropical Smoothie Cafe and Walk-In Urgent Care to leases, according to a news release. The two-building retail development is under construction and will offer up to seven retail spaces. Earlier this year, Bibibop opened its first Hilliard location. Parent company Gosh Enterprises also recently purchased the Tree of Life building in Upper Arlington, where it plans to move its corporate office. The Shoppes at Olentangy Crossing will sit at 6547-6579 Artesian Run in Lewis Center.“ https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2021/12/06/bibibop-asian-grill-shoppes-at-olentangy-crossing.html This is next to the Friendship gas station/convenience store that opened fairly recently. I drive up to Delaware fairly often to visit my parents, and it seems like every time I drive through there’s something new popping up. Now we just need a Bibibop closer to downtown Cbus…
December 6, 20213 yr And an update on Bojangles coming to Central Ohio, from Axios Columbus (I’m not sure if they post these things online, in addition to emailing it out with the newsletter): *cough*Put one in the old LJS building on S High in Merion Village*cough*
December 13, 20213 yr New upscale bar and lounge serving South American-inspired tapas opens this week “A sophisticated bar and lounge with Latin flair is set to open downtown this week. The Cave Bar & Lounge, an upscale cocktail bar and music venue, will hold its grand opening on Dec. 15. The new concept is located at 122 E. Main St., inside of Sidebar Columbus. The spot is owned by Derek Amaya, a popular Columbus DJ (named DJ Cale) who recently headlined the city’s Festival Latino.” https://614now.com/2021/food-drink/new-upscale-bar-and-lounge-serving-south-american-inspired-tapas-opens-this-week?fbclid=IwAR2QmCOEuAyZaB6q7cJ8YVrLaHa0RkQcCNtgGHFpJuIDXEsEGBOr-Czkt9w
December 19, 20213 yr DiCarlo’s Opening Third Location in Central Ohio DiCarlo’s and their post-bake cheese are making their way to Westerville for the pizzeria’s third area location. DiCarlo’s Pizza is slated to open in February or March 2022 at 20 S. State St. This particular location will be a franchise, but run identically to the family-owned units in Hilliard and Italian Village says Owner David DiCarlo. “Westerville is a lovely little historical town with very few pizza shops,” DiCarlo says. “The location was also perfect for parking and came with a license to sell beer and wine.” More below: https://www.columbusunderground.com/dicarlos-opening-third-location-in-central-ohio-sp1/ "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
December 21, 20213 yr Ashtyn's Seafood House opening at Polaris, offering Ohio-raised shrimp and fish A new Polaris restaurant is ready to welcome in its first customers. Ashtyn’s Seafood House will open Wednesday, offering a preview of what’s to come for the 1047 Polaris Parkway restaurant in the new year. Owner Ashtyn Chen said it’s a “soft opening” scenario so service is dinner only these first few days — 4 to 9 p.m. — and the full menu isn’t being rolled out quite yet. Customers are getting 10% off their bills during these days as well. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2021/12/21/ashtyns-seafood-house-opening-this-week-at-polaris.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
December 21, 20213 yr The Butcher Block restaurant now open in London A new London restaurant is open and hoping to attract customers over from Columbus. The Butcher Block, a newly built restaurant at 2280 State Route 56 SW takes a two-prong approach aiming to appeal both to those craving an upscale experience and folks wanting a casual burger and beer. “I live in London. It’s 32 minutes for me to (John Glenn Columbus International Airport) and 18 minutes to the Short North,” owner Paul Gross previously told Columbus Business First. “I believe we can get people to come out here.” More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2021/12/21/the-butcher-block-restaurant-now-open-in-london.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
December 22, 20213 yr Parlay Sporting Club + Kitchen to Open Early Next Year in Short North A significant stretch of The Cap in the Short North will soon see a new tenant join its ranks. Parlay Sporting Club + Kitchen is aiming for a late January opening at 570 N. High St., replacing the former home of Black Point. It’s the latest addition to the local bar and restaurant scene from Peerless Management Group, which also operates BBR and Dahlia Nightclub in the Arena District, as well as Fireproof and the more recently-opened Galla Park Steak in the Short North. More below: https://www.columbusunderground.com/parlay-sporting-club-kitchen-to-open-early-next-year-in-short-north-sp1/ "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
December 23, 20213 yr Popular national breakfast chain opening first Central Ohio location in early January “The national breakfast chain Another Broken Egg Cafe is coming to Easton, and its grand opening date has just been announced. The nationally-popular breakfast spot is set to open on Jan. 4, from 7 a.m. until 2 p.m. The cafe will be located at 3942 Townsfair Dr., at the southern end of the Easton Town Center mall.” https://614now.com/2021/uncategorized/popular-national-breakfast-chain-opening-first-central-ohio-location-in-early-january
January 5, 20223 yr Never heard of them before, but I’d be willing to try them out. National chain for hot dogs and barbecue planning Columbus location “On Dec. 29, Crave announced it had signed franchisee Raymond DeWeese alongside his sons Taylor and Elijah for a Columbus store. While the address and opening date haven’t been announced yet, the restaurant will be the first Crave location in Ohio. Crave is located in 15 other states, including Indiana and Michigan. Diners will be able to grab brisket, pulled pork, indulgent hot dogs, loaded tater tots and more. They’ll also be able to compliment their food with a craft beer from Crave’s unique self-pouring beer wall.” https://614now.com/2022/food-drink/national-chain-spot-for-hot-dogs-and-barbecue-planning-columbus-location
January 7, 20223 yr Here's who is bringing pizza back to this Olde Towne East building A familiar name is reviving an Olde Towne East spot as a pizza joint. Mikey’s Late Night Slice is taking over the 892 Oak St. space that previously was Yellow Brick Pizza. That restaurant closed last summer with plans to reopen nearby as part of the East Market project. Late Night Slice expects to open its newest restaurant and bar by the end of the month. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2022/01/06/heres-who-is-bringing-pizza-back-to-this-olde-tow.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
January 11, 20223 yr CU's end-of-year roundup of Central Ohio restaurant/bar openings and closings for 2021. The year turned out much better than expected: https://www.columbusunderground.com/the-list-110-restaurants-bars-that-opened-in-2021-sp1/ https://www.columbusunderground.com/the-list-30-restaurants-bars-that-closed-in-2021-sp1/
January 12, 20223 yr Mikey’s Late Night Slice Expanding to Olde Towne East Olde Towne East may have lost its long-standing pizza joint last summer, but a new pie is coming in to fill the void. Mikey’s Late Night Slice is taking over the former home of Yellow Brick Pizza, 892 Oak St. It’s the second new location for LNS in the last year, joining a licensed spot that opened inside the Hollywood Casino in the spring. Continuing to expand in what has been a nearly two-year long epic voyage for the restaurant and bar industry, LNS Founder Mikey Sorboro says one mantra got them through, “How do we grow out of this?” More below: https://www.columbusunderground.com/mikeys-late-night-slice-expanding-to-olde-towne-east/ "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
January 12, 20223 yr Da Levee owner revives Cajun eatery as a carryout and delivery brand A Short North eatery is back in business as a (mostly) virtual brand. Owner Justin Boehme has revived Da Levee for carryout and delivery from Short Supply his bar and carryout at 765 N. High St., also the former location of the restaurant. Boehme opened his fast-casual Cajun and Creole cuisine joint in 2010. He grew it to two restaurants plus multiple corporate sites in office buildings through a partnership with Aramark. But in 2018 he shut the Short North space down, converting it into a bar called Eugene’s Canteen. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2022/01/12/da-levee-owner-revives-cajun-eatery-as-a-carryout.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
January 13, 20223 yr Food hall coming to Schumacher Place Schumacher Place is getting a food hall. Kreais Cos. is rehabilitating the buildings at 364-368 E. Whittier St. with the goal of opening a 12,000-square-foot food hall in early 2023, said Principal Aaron Kreais. Kreais said he wasn't ready to share how many food vendors would be in the space or the name of the development yet. He has owned the buildings since 2019. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2022/01/12/food-hall-schumacher-place.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
January 19, 20223 yr First Look: Aracri Pizzeria on Gay Downtown’s spot for lunchtime pizza-by-the-slice is back in action. It’s a new name: Aracri Pizzeria on Gay, and a new address: 51 E. Gay St., but the same New York style pies Cafe Napolitana fans have come to know and love – plus more. The pizzeria made a move around the corner, trading High Street for Gay Street and a new, smaller space that pays plenty of homage to both Napolitana and Alley Bar. More below: https://www.columbusunderground.com/first-look-aracri-pizzeria-on-gay-sp1/ "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
January 21, 20223 yr Newark's Cherry Valley Hotel reopens Craftsman Kitchen & Terrace Cherry Valley Hotel is inviting customers and guests back for dinner. The Craftsman Kitchen & Terrace is now open at the Newark destination, joining the Homestead Public House, The Igloo Dining Experience and The Lobby Bar as the property’s dining and drinking options. It’s a return for Craftsman, which had opened prior to the Covid-19 pandemic. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2022/01/20/craftsman-kitchen-terrace-now-open-at-cherry-val.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
January 22, 20223 yr Mr. Hummus Grill & Pizza Opening Soon in Grandview Mr. Hummus Grill is making a comeback of sorts in Grandview, but this time as a brick-and-mortar. In a full-circle moment, Mr. Hummus Grill & Pizza will open its doors at 1333 Northwest Blvd., in the building situated on the very lot where Chef and Owner Tarek Albast used to set up his food truck. There’s also a new cuisine in the name for the restaurant’s third location in Central Ohio. It’s pizza, but not pizza quite like one would imagine. More below: https://www.columbusunderground.com/mr-hummus-grill-pizza-opening-soon-in-grandview-sp1/ "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
January 23, 20223 yr National chain of milkshake bars made popular by “Shark Tank” opening first Ohio location in the Short North https://614now.com/2022/uncategorized/national-chain-of-milkshake-bars-made-popular-by-shark-tank-opening-first-ohio-location-in-the-short-north Edited January 23, 20223 yr by 614love
January 24, 20223 yr Boston Stoker opening Grandview Heights coffee shop A nearly 50-year-old coffee company is expanding in Central Ohio. Boston Stoker Coffee Co. is taking over the former Luck Bros’ Coffee shop at 1101 W. 1st Ave. Though Luck Bros’ has closed that shop, the brand lives on for online sales and wholesale. Boston Stoker also said it’ll still offer some of the Luck Bros’ roasts alongside their own coffees. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2022/01/24/boston-stoker-opening-grandview-heights-coffee-sho.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
January 24, 20223 yr Java Central Headed for Italian Village in Partnership with Zaftig Java Central will go from having its coffee infused in Zaftig’s beers to having a coffee shop inside Zaftig’s Italian Village brewpub. The new partnership will activate Zaftig’s space by day, offering coffee and a place to work, while the brewery continues its normal operations by night. Zaftig made its debut at 119 E. Fifth Ave. in December 2019, four months before the coronavirus pandemic would upend the bar and restaurant industry. More below: https://www.columbusunderground.com/java-central-headed-for-italian-village-in-partnership-with-zaftig-sp1/ "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
January 25, 20223 yr On 1/23/2022 at 10:08 AM, 614love said: National chain of milkshake bars made popular by “Shark Tank” opening first Ohio location in the Short North https://614now.com/2022/uncategorized/national-chain-of-milkshake-bars-made-popular-by-shark-tank-opening-first-ohio-location-in-the-short-north More on this... The Yard Milkshake Bar coming to the Short North A growing chain with opulent milkshakes and national exposure via Shark Tank is coming to Columbus. The Yard Milkshake Bar is opening at 1055 N. High St. in the Short North this year. The Alabama-based chain offers a menu of over-the-top milkshake and sundae creations like the Mermaid, which is birthday cake ice cream, pink marshmallow cream, teal marshmallow cream, mermaid candy jewels a rock candy stick and chocolate mermaid tail, or the Cereal Killer, which has marshmallow overload ice cream, red marshmallow cream, Fruity Pebbles and a Fruity Pebbles Treat. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2022/01/25/the-yard-milkshake-bar-coming-to-the-short-north.html & https://www.columbusunderground.com/the-yard-milkshake-bar-opening-first-ohio-location-in-short-north-sp1/ & https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2022/01/31/columbus-just-the-first-ohio-location-for-the-yard.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
January 26, 20223 yr Two retail announcements for Parsons in a week’s span?! Although, tbh, I was hoping this site would get redeveloped into something more dense, it’s good it won’t sit empty much longer. Bake Me Happy to move after buying former post office building at Whittier and Parsons “Bake Me Happy owners Letha Pugh and Wendy Miller Pugh have closed on the purchase of a former post office at East Whitter Street and Parsons Avenue, with plans it will soon become the bakery's new home. As a small business enduring the uncertainty that the pandemic has brought, Bake Me Happy decided to invest in a space of its own. Located at 500 E Whittier St., the South Side post office has been closed for a few years now. The building has a few quirks, such as see-through ceilings where employees processing mail were monitored, and it will be renovated. Bake Me Happy will make additions to the exterior, incorporating local artwork, and add a fully renovated front lobby with a bodega-style storefront. The bakery and coffee shop will sell all its current offerings, including coffee, wine, gluten-free beer and cider, and will continue to be carryout-only. The post office building is about 4,000 square feet, a small decrease in space from about 4,500 square feet currently, but Letha said the new building will use space more efficiently, for example trading several freezers for a walk-in. Bake Me Happy will be open at its Merion Village space at 106 E. Moler St. until July, a slower month for the bakery. Pugh expects to open the new location as soon as August.“ https://www.dispatch.com/story/business/2022/01/26/bake-me-happy-move-after-buying-building-whittier-parsons/6636799001/?utm_source=dispatch-Daily Briefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily_briefing&utm_term=list_article_thumb&utm_content=OHIO-COLUMBUS-NLETTER65
January 28, 20223 yr Bake Me Happy moving to former post office building The new Bake Me Happy may just be a teaser of what’s to come. The Merion Village bakery, which specializes in gluten-free and allergen-free treats and sweets, will be moving this summer to the former post office building at 500 E. Whittier St. The bakery's owners are buying the building, although the deal hasn't yet registered with the Franklin County Auditor. While the initial rollout will be familiar to fans with coffee, baked goods and assorted retail items to-go, co-owner Letha Pugh said part of the attraction of the new space is the possibility that it can be something more. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2022/01/27/bake-me-happy-taking-former-post-office-building.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
January 28, 20223 yr First Look: Emmett’s at Open Air Emmett’s at Open Air celebrates its grand opening this Saturday, January 29. The cafe joins Wolf’s Ridge Brewing expansion concept Understory in the former school building at 2571 Neil Ave. in Old North Columbus. It’s the second location for the neighborhood cafe which initially opened its doors in the Brewery District in October 2020. Fans will find their Brewery District favorites, along with an expanded selection of menu items at Open Air. More below: https://www.columbusunderground.com/first-look-emmetts-at-open-air-sp1/ "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
January 29, 20223 yr New Lane Avenue restaurant will embrace Ohio State history After years of parking lot parties, Ed Gaughan is ready to bring revelers inside his business. The O on Lane at 325 W. Lane Ave. expects to open in the next few months, capping off four years of work on the restaurant project. Gaughan previously owned The O Patio and Pub at 15th and High, but that business was closed and the building demolished to make way for the University Square project at the high-profile intersection. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2022/01/28/the-o-on-lane-opening-in-the-next-few-months.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
January 29, 20223 yr Way Down Yonder Beignets & Coffee plans February opening Columbus’ new beignet cafe will be open in time for Mardi Gras. Way Down Yonder Beignets & Coffee will have its grand opening Feb. 15 at 386 E. Main St. The shop is co-owned by Yonder Miller, whose family also owns the Way Down Yonder restaurant at 3847 S. High St., and her cousin Rickelle Viney. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2022/01/28/beignet-cafe-opening-up-on-main-street-next-month.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
January 31, 20223 yr I figured this space wouldn’t stay empty for long. Cameron Mitchell taking former G. Michael's space in German Village “Cameron Mitchell Restaurants is cooking up something new for German Village. The Columbus-based dining group will take over the former G. Michael’s Bistro & Bar space 595 S. 3rd St., where it will open a fine dining Italian restaurant. (No name has been released yet.) Miller said they’ll take the first floor and use some of the second floor for storage. The rest of the second floor, which had been event space for G. Michael’s, is going to become offices for a new tenant. The company hopes to expand and improve the patio as well. The German Village space will be more intimate, with more of a fine dining feel. And the menu will be classic Italian cuisine. Details on that are being developed now.“ https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2022/01/31/cameron-mitchell-taking-former-g-michaels-space.html?utm_source=st&utm_medium=en&utm_campaign=BN&utm_content=co&ana=e_co_BN&j=26547012&senddate=2022-01-31
February 2, 20223 yr Cameron Mitchell Restaurants Taking Over Former G. Michael’s Space The former G. Michael’s space in German Village will be home to the newest concept from Cameron Mitchell Restaurants. The Columbus-based restaurateur is planning a fine-dining Italian concept for 595 S. Third St., slated to open in fall 2022. The restaurant will take over the first floor and use part of the second for storage, with the rest of the second floor becoming offices for a new tenant. While CMR has dominated the restaurant scene in neighborhoods like Short North, an expansion to German Village has long been on the wishlist. More below: https://www.columbusunderground.com/cameron-mitchell-restaurants-taking-over-former-g-michaels-space-sp1/ "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
February 3, 20223 yr Hummus & Pita Co. coming to Hilliard Rome Road The Hilliard area is getting a new option for Mediterranean food. The Hummus & Pita Co. expects to open in April at 1777 Hilliard Rome Road. It’s the first Ohio location for the New York-founded brand and just its sixth location overall. The local franchisee is Pranay Patel, a veteran operator who previously ran Subways and Dairy Queen franchises in Central Ohio. He has a three-unit deal with the company and is scouting the Polaris, Lewis Center, Grandview, Ohio State, Easton and Hamilton Quarter areas for future locations. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2022/02/02/hummus-pita-co-coming-to-hilliard-rome-road.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
February 3, 20223 yr The Halal Guys opening first local restaurant in Dublin The Halal Guys has secured its first Central Ohio space. The Mediterranean chain is headed to 6181 Sawmill Road in Dublin, which could be the first of as many as seven eateries in the market for the brand. The Sawmill space is under construction now with its grand opening still to be announced. The New York-based chain last year announced plans to enter the Columbus market. The local franchisee is Smart Choice Food LLC. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2022/02/03/the-halal-guys-opening-first-local-restuarant-in-d.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
February 5, 20223 yr Johnny's Italian Steakhouse opens next week near Easton The Easton area is a getting a new upscale dining option. Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse will open Feb. 10 at 3600 Morse Road, in the new dual-branded Hilton Garden Inn and Homewood Suites Columbus-Easton hotel. The restaurant was announced last fall as part of the $48 million Hilton hotel, which is seven stories and 240 rooms. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2022/02/04/johnnys-italian-steakhouse-opens-next-week-near-e.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
February 5, 20223 yr Johnstown firehouse could get new life as a restaurant or brewery There could be a hot opportunity in Johnstown for a creative minded restaurant or brewery. The Monroe Township Fire Department has moved into a new firehouse, vacating its previous location at 24 S. Oregon St., right in the heart of Johnstown. The fire department and township trustees would like to see that space get new use. They’re open to all ideas, but a food and beverage concept – ideally a restaurant, brewery, distillery or some combination of those – would be their first choice. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2022/02/04/johnstown-firehouse-could-get-reuse-as-a-restauran.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
February 8, 20223 yr Parlay Sporting Club + Kitchen opening in the Short North The newest addition to the Short North cap is opening this weekend. Parlay Sporting Club + Kitchen – described as an upscale sports bar and restaurant – takes over the Cap at Union Square space at 570 N. High St. that previously was the Black Point. It’s opening just in time for the Super Bowl. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2022/02/08/parlay-sporting-club-kitchen-opening-in-the-shor.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
February 8, 20223 yr OK the Cap. It's been 15 years now and something needs to be done about its appearance. It needs to look more like the Union Station arcade and less neutral monochromatic EIFS now that EIFS is out of fashion. I know maybe the materials have to be light since it's a bridge but maybe some kind of different overlay while keeping the same shapes?
February 9, 20223 yr Hot Mess Food Truck Taking up Residence at Center Street Market Soon there will be a permanent spot to score burgers, loaded mac & cheese and more from Hot Mess Food Truck all year long. Hot Mess will join Hilliard’s Center Street Market, aiming for a mid-March opening at 5354 Center St. Hot Mess and its classic American comfort fare will round out the offerings at the market and adjoining brewery, Crooked Can. More below: https://columbusunderground.com/hot-mess-food-truck-taking-up-residence-at-center-street-market-sp1/ "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
February 12, 20223 yr Bake Me Happy Relocating on the South Side Bake Me Happy is on the move. The Merion Village bakery will relocate just over a mile, from 106 E. Moler St. to 500 E. Whittier St., this summer. The new address technically puts Bake me Happy within the bounds of Schumacher Place, but Owners Wendy Miller Pugh and Letha Pugh were adamant that the business stay on the South Side. “I think the location is good in that that Parsons corridor is slowly but surely coming to life with more businesses,” Letha says. It’s also becoming a more walkable area. More below: https://columbusunderground.com/bake-me-happy-plans-summer-move-on-the-south-side-sp1/ "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
February 14, 20223 yr First local Wahlburgers opening at Hollywood Casino Columbus this spring Another Mark Wahlberg business is coming to Columbus. Wahlburgers, the burger chain founded by the actor and entrepreneur and his brothers Donnie Wahlberg and Chef Paul Wahlberg, will open its first Central Ohio location this spring inside the Hollywood Casino Columbus. The West Broad Street location is fitting; the casino is next to two of the auto dealerships and the RV dealership the actor owns with Michigan-based dealer Jay Feldman. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2022/02/14/first-local-wahlburgers-coming-to-hollywood-casino.html & https://columbusunderground.com/wahlburgers-opening-first-location-in-columbus-this-spring-sp1/ "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
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