February 1, 20232 yr Another downtown closure. Longtime Downtown Columbus restaurant Ho-Toy closed after 64 years “Longtime Downtown Chinese restaurant Ho-Toy has closed after 64 years. The restaurant, at 11 W. State St., has served wide-ranging classic Chinese and Thai dishes to Columbus residents for over six decades. Ho-Toy originally opened at 33 E. Town St. in 1959 as one of the city's first Chinese restaurants. In 1980, the restaurant moved to its W. State Street location, an unassuming space in a former Burger King.“ https://www.dispatch.com/story/entertainment/dining/2023/01/31/longtime-downtown-chinese-restaurant-ho-toy-closed/69858754007/ I really hope the push for more residential works. Otherwise, I’m afraid WFH will be the death of Downtown…
February 1, 20232 yr Not the legendary Ho-Toy!!! "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
February 1, 20232 yr Community Development for All People's South End Cafe sets February opening date Community Development for All People's latest social enterprise is scheduled to open in February. Community Development for All People and the Kelley Cos. are teaming up to redevelop the former South End Hotel into a cafe and two dozen apartments. The South End Cafe will open Feb. 20. There will be a ribbon cutting event and open house starting at 10 a.m. that day. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2023/02/01/south-end-cafe.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
February 1, 20232 yr The Whitney House in Worthington welcoming customers back with refreshed look, menu The Whitney House in Worthington closed for two weeks last month, but that didn’t mean the team took a break. The restaurant at 666 High St. passed eight years of business late last year. Ownership marked the occasion with a refresh of both the space and the menu. “This was not a vacation,” General Manager Janelle Gearing said. “That first week everyone was in here cleaning and organizing. We were working up until the last minutes.” More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2023/02/01/the-whitney-house-in-worthington-welcoming-custome.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
February 1, 20232 yr First Look: 2 Chainz Backed Esco Restaurant & Tapas Opens Downtown Downtown adds a new dining option as Esco Restaurant & Tapas opens its doors today, Wednesday, February 1 at 31 E. Gay St. It’s the first location outside of Georgia for the Atlanta-based bar and restaurant founded by rapper 2 Chainz and Mychel “Snoop” Dillard. The Columbus franchise is owned and operated by Akron-based entrepreneur Jessica Kay and The Kay Group Corp. The Esco experience runs from lunchtime to late night. More below: https://columbusunderground.com/first-look-2-chainz-backed-esco-restaurant-tapas-opens-downtown-sp1/ "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
February 2, 20232 yr Drag Queen Mac & Cheese Food Truck Now Serving Across Ohio There’s a mac and cheese food truck in Ohio called “Maybe Cheese Born With It” and it’s the first ever drag queen food truck in the entire Midwest. Honestly, that sentence could be a wholly satisfying tale all on its own. But with an origin story of Dolly Parton fandom, entrepreneurial spirit and buckets of glitter, owner Sugar Vermonte is determined to bring out the authenticity in every patron covered in her melted cheese. More below: https://columbusunderground.com/drag-queen-mac-cheese-food-truck-now-serving-across-ohio-bf1/ "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
February 3, 20232 yr 12 New Restaurants Headed for the University District A wave of new restaurants is headed for the University District. From Lane Avenue to the north and King Avenue to the south, a dozen new (or recently opened) restaurants, coffee shops and more are populating High Street to feed the Ohio State masses. Starting south and working our way north… ...below! https://columbusunderground.com/12-new-restaurants-headed-for-the-university-district-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, 20232 yr On 12/18/2022 at 8:14 PM, DTCL11 said: Speck posted their job openings last month so hopefully that means they feel confident in an imminent delivery of equipment and opening. Looks like Speck is finally open and accepting reservations! https://speckrestaurant.com Apparently a few other folks were looking forward to the opening as well—I had to book a couple weeks out to get a weekend dinner reservation.
February 6, 20232 yr First Look: Speck Brings Italian to the Heart of Downtown Chef and Owner Josh Dalton has brought another restaurant to the heart of Downtown Columbus. The much-anticipated Speck Italian Eatery opened its doors last week at 89 N. High St., inside The Nicholas. It’s the second Delaware to Downtown transplant for Dalton, joining nearby Veritas. “My intention with Speck is to offer a modern interpretation of Italian cuisine in a vibrant and eclectic setting,” Dalton said. “We’re finally here and couldn’t be more excited. We hope you’re ready for us, Columbus.” More below: https://columbusunderground.com/first-look-speck-brings-italian-to-the-heart-of-downtown-sp1/ & https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2023/02/06/chef-joshua-daltons-speck-italian-eatery-now-open.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
February 7, 20232 yr Slammies on High to bring pizza, welcoming atmosphere to Gateway A longstanding downtown LGBTQ bar and pizza joint is expanding to Ohio State. Slammies on High expects to open this month at 1607 N. High St. at Gateway University District. It’s taking both the historic openness and the pizza of downtown Columbus’ Slammers to the new addition. “We attend OSU and we didn’t feel there was an LGBTQ bar for us when we were here,” co-owner Ryan Skehan said. “We had to go down to the Short North. So we wanted to create a welcoming space closer to students where they can be themselves.” More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2023/02/07/slammies-on-high-to-bring-pizza-welcoming-atmosph.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, 20232 yr Barring any vendors vacating soon, this new announcement and the forthcoming Masa should bring the East Market to 100% leased, plus additional phases of the development opening throughout the year.
February 8, 20232 yr Rossi Kitchen & Bar in the Short North set to reopen after fire with refreshed look and menu The Rossi Kitchen & Bar is ready to reopen. The Short North restaurant at 895 N. High St. closed in late December after a fire but could open again as soon as this weekend. Rossi owner Orange Umbrella Restaurants used the downtime not just to repair the damage, but also to make improvements including new flooring, artwork and furniture. “Our team has worked over the last six weeks to offer a new, refreshed version of the Rossi while staying true to the brand that has been recognized and adored in the Columbus community for years,” the Columbus-based company said in a statement. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2023/02/08/rossi-kitchen-bar-reopening-in-the-short-north.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
February 9, 20232 yr 14 hours ago, amped91 said: Barring any vendors vacating soon, this new announcement and the forthcoming Masa should bring the East Market to 100% leased, plus additional phases of the development opening throughout the year. Fork in Nigeria is also opening in the pop up spot at east market
February 10, 20232 yr Weenie Wonder now open at Easton Town Center, more to come Weenie Wonder is preparing to stand on its own. Rise Brands’ fast-casual hot dog eatery opened its first unit a year ago, nestled between the company’s Pins Mechanical Co. and 16-Bit Bar + Arcade locations at Bridge Park in Dublin. The second Weenie Wonder opened Thursday in a similar setup, adjacent to the Pins Mechanical at Easton Town Center. Erin Frum, Rise Brands director of marketing, said the company is considering adding Weenie Wonder at other Pins Mechanical locations in other cities, but the next unit is going to be a standalone site. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2023/02/09/weenie-wonder-now-open-at-easton-town-center-more.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
February 10, 20232 yr ^I wonder if we’ll get a WW in/near downtown Pins? I can’t see one going near 16 Bit, since Frank’s is right there. But more food options near Pins would be nice. Or have WW somewhere in between the two, and have a passport system where if you get all three stamps you get a Weenie Hut Jr crown
February 13, 20232 yr Blue Heron Kitchen & Pub opening near Buckeye Lake next week Marnita Swickard’s clients kept telling her the Buckeye Lake area needed a step up in its restaurant offerings. A Realtor by trade, she teamed up with a group of investors to deliver. The Blue Heron Kitchen & Pub will open Feb. 22 at 10880 Mill Dam Road. The proprietors hope to attract diners craving more than just a bar and grill. “My clients have been saying we need a more elevated restaurant experience,” she said. “There are a lot of bars here. I think the area is ready for something different.” More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2023/02/13/blue-heron-kitchen-pub-opening-near-buckeye-lake.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
February 13, 20232 yr Preston's: A Burger Joint opens for dinner in Clintonville Preston’s: A Burger joint is back. The popular Columbus burger brand closed its North Market location at the end of 2022 ahead of a move into a space of its own. The eatery is now open at 2973 N. High St. Hours are limited this week: Tuesday through Saturday 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. The business said it’ll expand to full hours next week. Chef Matthew Heaggans co-founded Preston’s in 2017. It operated as a pop-up inside bar kitchens and as a food truck before landing at the North Market in 2020. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2023/02/13/prestons-a-burger-joint-opens-with-limited-hours.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
February 15, 20232 yr First Look: Preston’s is Back, Now in Clintonville Preston’s: A Burger Joint is back. The scent of burgers (and more) is now wafting from 2973 N. High St. in Clintonville. The burger joint closed up shop inside North Market in December and made the jump to standalone restaurant, taking over the former home of Buddha Bowl. As they introduce themselves to the neighborhood, Preston’s is kicking things off with their North Market menu. That means their lineup of popular burgers, like the Classic, Mushroom & Swiss or Spicy Boi (that according to you, CU readers, are some of the Best in Columbus), and fried chicken in nugget, tender, wing or sandwich form. More below: https://columbusunderground.com/first-look-prestons-is-back-now-in-clintonville-sp1/ & https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2023/02/16/more-burgers-alcohol-among-additions-coming-to-ne.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
February 17, 20232 yr I found out about these guys a couple years ago at the CU Coffee Fest, and had heard this move was happening. Glad they’re getting a more visible space! Jennings Java Opening Merion Village Cafe “After seven years of perfecting their roasting operations, local coffee company Jennings Java is ready to make the leap into brick and mortar retail with the opening of their first cafe location in Merion Village this summer. The new shop is slated to open less than a mile away at 116 East Moler Street. The site was formerly occupied by Bake Me Happy, which relocated to Whittier Street last year. “We’ll have a bodega-style step with around 15 to 20 different coffee origins, some unique options for home brewing, equipment for sale, milks and our canned cold brews,” he stated. “In the future we might expand to offering beer and wine.” The new cafe is slated for an opening sometime this summer. Jennings stated that while the cafe itself requires few renovations or updates, the relocation of their roasting equipment has some installation and permitting processes that will take some time to complete.” https://columbusunderground.com/jennings-java-opening-merion-village-cafe-we1/
February 22, 20232 yr Here's when The Rail at Grandview Crossing will open The Rail at Grandview Crossing will open in early March. Wooster-based Mike Mariola Restaurants Tuesday said its newest eatery will welcome guests starting March 8 at 1064 Dublin Road in the Thrive Cos.' mixed-use development. “With the success we’ve seen at our first Columbus-area Rail in Dublin, we are extremely optimistic that Grandview Crossing will drive heavy demand for our concept,” founder Mike Mariola said in a release. “We have a passion for creating uniquely crafted, local burgers that pair incredibly well with Ohio-brewed beer.” More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2023/02/21/heres-when-the-rail-grandview-crossing-will-open.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
February 22, 20232 yr Newest Harvest restaurant now open in Granville A popular Central Ohio pizza brand has expanded to Licking County. Harvest Granville is now open at 454 S. Main St. Grow Restaurants announced the opening on Facebook and noted the company has been “waiting for years” for that addition. Grow founders Chris Crader and Bethany Lovell live in Granville. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2023/02/21/newest-harvest-restaurant-now-open-in-granville.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
February 22, 20232 yr 10 hours ago, ColDayMan said: Newest Harvest restaurant now open in Granville Walked the block or so down there for an early dinner on Saturday, it was outstanding. They did a really nice job converting what was a dance studio into something really nice inside. Along with (also Grow-owned, primarily breakfast/lunch) Station right across the street, this already busy area of Granville is becoming a small hub for restaurants. Despite being outside the core of downtown it still entirely walkable for most of the village (including from downtown) and Denison. Along with the fact both of these places are really good, the location and critical mass will hopefully help keep these top-of-mind and consistently busy. Plenty of additional opportunity for new businesses (hopefully more restaurants) along South Main - the badly-space-constrained vet's office and pet store have moved to River Road, Denison is trying to figure our what to do with the soon-to-be-decommissioned steam plant, and vacant lots between Raccoon Creek and the highway. Ray Ray's on Columbus Rd, despite only being a bit further, is not walkable from the village and is the only business in the area. Even though the food is good, they unfortunately seem to be struggling. When we go out for dinner in town it's always something we can walk to, so Ray Ray's isn't even a consideration.
February 22, 20232 yr Apparently there was more vendor space 🤷🏼♂️ New “boutique” drink vendor bringing ube tea, ceremonial matcha and more to near east side “A Columbus restaurateur is bringing boutique drinks to the East Market. Raymond Kim, the chef and owner of Koso in the East Market (Kim’s parents also operate the long-standing Korean eatery Diaspora) will open Little Cat Boba, a specialty boba, matcha, coffee and tea shop that will be located next to Koso in the Market. Kim told 614Now that Little Cat hopes to open before the end of the month, although the exact date has not been announced.” https://614now.com/2023/food-drink/new-boutique-drink-vendor-bringing-ube-tea-ceremonial-matcha-and-more-to-near-east-side
February 22, 20232 yr Hot Chicken Takeover's next restaurant coming to Gahanna Hot Chicken Takeover is setting up in another Central Ohio neighborhood. The Columbus-founded fast-casual concept expects to open its eighth location in April at 109 N. Hamilton Road in Gahanna. It will be the third new brick-and-mortar restaurant the brand has opened in the past six months. “Each opening (has been) more successful than the last,” said Phil Petrilli, CEO and founder of Untamed Brands, which acquired Hot Chicken Takeover in 2021. “That’s a credit to the brand and the food. We couldn’t do this if not for that enthusiasm and loyalty.” More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2023/02/22/hot-chicken-takeovers-next-restaurant-coming-to-g.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
February 22, 20232 yr Flint Station near Worthington adding Ray Ray's Hog Pit Ray Ray’s Hog Pit has another parking spot. The Central Ohio barbecue brand is moving into the Worthington area. One of its trucks will settle itself at Flint Station at 225 Park Road starting this week. The truck will be open 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday through Sunday for this opening weekend at the bar and live music space. It’ll shift to normal truck hours and stay open until 9 p.m. Thursday through Sunday starting next week. Grand opening festivities on Saturday will include Ray Ray’s T-shirts for the first 30 customers. The bar at Flint Station will have $3 drafts to celebrate the union. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2023/02/22/flint-station-worthington-ray-rays-hog-pit.html & https://columbusunderground.com/ray-rays-adding-6th-area-location-sp1/ "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
February 22, 20232 yr Downtown Tavern opens in former Lola's space next week A revived and reimagined downtown Columbus restaurant reopens next week. Downtown Tavern will open Feb. 28 at 201 S. High St., a spot that most recently was Lola’s Kitchen + Bar. Owners Kevin Ames and Lori Ames still run the joint, but they shut down temporarily earlier this year to remodel and retool, shifting the space to more of a casual tavern. The restaurant will be open Tuesday through Sunday starting at 11:30 a.m. and on into the evening. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2023/02/22/downtown-tavern-opens-in-former-lolas-space-next.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
February 24, 20232 yr I’ve tried the Bearded Baker, and their treats are hella good. Several New Vendors Heading for East Market “Four new vendors – plus a new pop-up – are heading for the East Market, 212 Kelton Ave. Joining previously-announced Masa Mexican Grill are fast-casual kosher eatery Saba, Koso spinoff Little Cat Boba, and The Bearded Baker, which has already set up shop in square footage once held by the Butcher & Grocer.“ https://columbusunderground.com/several-new-vendors-heading-for-east-market-sp1/
February 24, 20232 yr Agreed, it's great. Refreshed Katzinger's Delicatessen reopens, brings back indoor dining An historic German Village restaurant is welcoming customers back in to eat. Katzinger’s Delicatessen at 475 S. 3rd St. removed its indoor seating early in the Covid-19 pandemic when social distancing was the norm. Though the deli maintained its outdoor seating, the indoor tables and chairs didn’t return until this week. “If I had a dollar for everyone who asked when we’d be bringing back inside seating in the past three years, I’d be a millionaire and I could retire,” Katzinger’s Business Manager Michelle Johnson said. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2023/02/24/refreshed-katzingers-delicatessen-reopens-brings.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
February 27, 20232 yr how is this new market place doing? looks good: Several New Vendors Heading for East Market Susan Post February 24, 2023 11:57 am Four new vendors – plus a new pop-up – are heading for the East Market, 212 Kelton Ave. Joining previously-announced Masa Mexican Grill are fast-casual kosher eatery Saba, Koso spinoff Little Cat Boba, and The Bearded Baker, which has already set up shop in square footage once held by the Butcher & Grocer. more: https://columbusunderground.com/several-new-vendors-heading-for-east-market-sp1/
February 27, 20232 yr 23 minutes ago, mrnyc said: how is this new market place doing? looks good: Several New Vendors Heading for East Market Susan Post February 24, 2023 11:57 am Four new vendors – plus a new pop-up – are heading for the East Market, 212 Kelton Ave. Joining previously-announced Masa Mexican Grill are fast-casual kosher eatery Saba, Koso spinoff Little Cat Boba, and The Bearded Baker, which has already set up shop in square footage once held by the Butcher & Grocer. more: https://columbusunderground.com/several-new-vendors-heading-for-east-market-sp1/ Seems to be doing decent. I have a buddy that works for the company that redid the place. He said the opening of Columbus brewing has helped push some more traffic.
February 27, 20232 yr Creole 2 Geaux opening Arena District restaurant this week There’s a new dining option in the Arena District. Creole 2 Geaux officially opens Tuesday at 401 N. Front St. That space most recently was Veranico. It’s the second location for chef-owner Janvier Ward. She launched her eatery as a food trailer and as a popup, opened its first brick-and-mortar spot inside the East Market last year. Speaking to Columbus Business First last fall, Ward said the Arena District opportunity was one she couldn’t pass up. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2023/02/27/creole-2-geaux-opening-arena-district-restaurant-t.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
March 2, 20232 yr Genghis Grill, Smashburger joining University Square at OSU University Square is adding stir-fry bowls, a familiar fast-casual hamburger name and more. Developer Campus Partners Thursday announced a trio of new additions coming to the development at 15th and High, plus more additions headed for Gateway University District. And they are...below! https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2023/03/02/genghis-grill-smashburger-joining-university-squa.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
March 3, 20232 yr The South End Cafe Opens Next Week The South End Cafe officially opens its doors on Monday, March 6 at 1951 Parsons Ave. It’s the latest social enterprise from Community Development for All People, which does extensive work to support and revitalize the South Side of Columbus, including operating its Free Store and All People’s Fresh Market, as well as other social enterprises Bikes for All People and All People Arts. “Our focus is being a second-chance employer,” says Cafe General Manager Isaac Baez. “We really want to be a stepping ground for people to come back into society and get a full-time job somewhere.” More below: https://columbusunderground.com/the-south-end-cafe-opens-next-week-sp1/ "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
March 6, 20232 yr On 3/3/2023 at 3:15 PM, ColDayMan said: The South End Cafe Opens Next Week The South End Cafe officially opens its doors on Monday, March 6 at 1951 Parsons Ave. It’s the latest social enterprise from Community Development for All People, which does extensive work to support and revitalize the South Side of Columbus, including operating its Free Store and All People’s Fresh Market, as well as other social enterprises Bikes for All People and All People Arts. “Our focus is being a second-chance employer,” says Cafe General Manager Isaac Baez. “We really want to be a stepping ground for people to come back into society and get a full-time job somewhere.” More below: https://columbusunderground.com/the-south-end-cafe-opens-next-week-sp1/ Excited for this, and more excited to see tbe growth of parsons in the coming years.
March 6, 20232 yr G's Shepard Springs Cafe wants to fill a neighborhood need The upcoming G’s Shepard Springs Café hopes to not just fill a local need, but also spur additional development. Shepard neighborhood residents Ray Jones and Gladys Maricel Alvarez Jones, aka “G,” hope to open in the next six months at Ridgeway Avenue and Sunbury Road. Gladys Jones has spent the past 15 years working in other restaurants and cafes. After a few too many burns from grabbing stuff from hot ovens, her husband made a suggestion. “If you’re going to get burned, get burned in a place you own,” he said. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2023/03/06/gs-shepard-springs-cafe-wants-to-fill-a-neighborh.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
March 7, 20232 yr Hereinafter Cocktail Tavern brings classic creations, comfort food to Buckeye Lake Ben Long takes his cocktails seriously — but that doesn’t mean his customers have to. Long brings real-deal cocktail making pedigree to Hereinafter Cocktail Tavern, a new bar and restaurant at 3430 North Bank Road NE in Millersport on the banks of Buckeye Lake. But he says his establishment is about comfort, not pretension. The Granville native moved to Washington D.C. for grad school. To make some money, he took a job in a restaurant as a kitchen runner. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2023/03/07/hereinafter-cocktail-tavern-brings-classic-creatio.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
March 7, 20232 yr First Look: Slammies on High Arrives in the University District Slammies on High has opened its doors in the University District at 1607 N. High St. Pizza, booze and an all are welcome atmosphere are hallmarks of the space that was formerly Aracri Pizzeria. An offshoot of Downtown’s Slammers, diners will find the same Columbus style pizza that the original bar is known for at Slammies. Pies are available in three sizes – 10″, 12″ or 14″ – on a menu that also includes subs, salads and shareables. Slammies will also offer five weekday lunch specials, with combo deals on pizza, subs and more. More below: https://columbusunderground.com/first-look-slammies-on-high-arrives-in-the-university-district-sp1/ "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
March 8, 20232 yr Chef Avishar Barua's new German Village-area restaurant ready to open One of Columbus’ most highly anticipated restaurants of 2023 is ready to open. Chef Avishar Barua is taking reservations for Agni, his new restaurant at 716 S. High St., in the Brewery District near German Village. As of the afternoon of March 7, the first open reservations were for March 15. Regular restaurant hours will be 5 to 11 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2023/03/08/chef-avishar-baruas-new-german-village-area-resta.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
March 9, 20232 yr First Look: Stories on High The newest — and highest — rooftop bar and restaurant in Columbus has officially opened to the public. Stories on High is the name of the venue located on the 28th floor of the new Hilton Columbus Downtown hotel, boasting one-of-a-kind panoramic skyline views and a completely new menu separate from its sibling establishment Fyr, located on the ground floor. “Just in time for spring, we’re thrilled to welcome guests to visit Stories on High and bring a new level of sophistication to Columbus,” said Rustun Nichols, beverage director, Hilton Columbus Downtown. “From the incredible views of the city to the elegant cocktails and cuisine, Stories on High is the perfect setting for memories to be made – whether you’re joining us to watch the incredible sunset at the beginning of the evening or stopping by for a nightcap on your way home.” More below: https://columbusunderground.com/first-look-stories-on-high-we1/ "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
March 9, 20232 yr Creole 2 Geaux opens first brick-and-mortar in Arena District “You can now get a little slice of New Orleans in Columbus' Arena District. Creole 2 Geaux opened its brick-and-mortar location at 401 N. Front St. on Feb. 28. Janvier and Sharif Ward's New Orleans-inspired eatery—which serves shrimp and chicken po'boys, creole bowls, jambalaya and more —debuted as a food truck in 2015 and at East Market in 2022. This is the restaurant's first standalone location. Janvier said the Arena District location would be the restaurant's home base, with many of its most popular dishes moving to the new location.“ https://www.dispatch.com/story/entertainment/dining/2023/03/08/new-orleans-eatery-creole-2-geaux-columbus-opens-location-arena-district/69939234007/
March 10, 20232 yr On 3/8/2023 at 7:47 PM, ColDayMan said: First Look: Stories on High The newest — and highest — rooftop bar and restaurant in Columbus has officially opened to the public. Stories on High is the name of the venue located on the 28th floor of the new Hilton Columbus Downtown hotel, boasting one-of-a-kind panoramic skyline views and a completely new menu separate from its sibling establishment Fyr, located on the ground floor. “Just in time for spring, we’re thrilled to welcome guests to visit Stories on High and bring a new level of sophistication to Columbus,” said Rustun Nichols, beverage director, Hilton Columbus Downtown. “From the incredible views of the city to the elegant cocktails and cuisine, Stories on High is the perfect setting for memories to be made – whether you’re joining us to watch the incredible sunset at the beginning of the evening or stopping by for a nightcap on your way home.” More below: https://columbusunderground.com/first-look-stories-on-high-we1/ A few more views from Stories on High were in today's Dispatch: Edited March 10, 20232 yr by Luvcbus
March 11, 20232 yr First Look: The Rail Opens at Grandview Crossing Burger joint The Rail has opened its second location in Central Ohio. Setting up shop at 1064 Dublin Rd., the 5,505 square-foot restaurant is one of the first things to open as part of Thrive Companies’ 55-acre, mixed-use Grandview Crossing development. “We are very excited to be on the frontend of the openings within the development so that we can serve the residents that are living there, as well as guests from near and far,” says Megan Rodenhauser, chief marketing officer for Mike Mariola Restaurants, which owns The Rail. Five years ago, the restaurant group expanded to Central Ohio with the opening of The Rail in Dublin. More below: https://columbusunderground.com/first-look-the-rail-opens-at-grandview-crossing-sp1/ "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
March 13, 20232 yr On 3/10/2023 at 1:24 PM, Luvcbus said: The undulating roof of the convention center really is quite impressive from above. I'm glad we're getting more vantage points where that's visible
March 13, 20232 yr Fast-growing OX-B's opening its sixth restaurant in less than three years OX-B’s may not serve hot chicken, but the chicken chain is pretty hot right now. The local chicken chain opened its first location in April 2020. It’ll open its sixth this week at 2521 W. Schrock Road in Westerville. In a market with plenty of chicken choices, including Chick-fil-A, Raising Cane’s, Wingstop, Hot Chicken Takeover and Dave’s Hot Chicken (all of which are expanding), OX-B’s sees room for its take and then some. Owner Joe Holbrook said the brand was conceived to grow. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2023/03/13/ox-bs-new-westerville-restaurant-chicken.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
March 15, 20232 yr Second local Bojangles planned for Hebron: Bojangles shares tentative opening date for first-ever Columbus restaurant, plus the location of its second eatery “According to Bojangles Senior Director of Communications Stacey McCray, the chain’s first Columbus location is slated to open on or near May 23. While McCray noted this date has not been finalized, it gives us a better idea of when we can expect the anticipated spot to open its first local store. According to documents filed with the city of Hebron, a new Bojangles restaurant is currently being planned for 853 South 30th St. in Hebron. McCray told 614Now that this location is slated to break ground soon, with a goal of opening later this year.“ https://614now.com/2023/food-drink/bojangles-shares-tentative-opening-date-for-first-ever-columbus-restaurant-plus-the-location-of-its-second-eatery
March 15, 20232 yr 2 hours ago, amped91 said: According to documents filed with the city of Hebron, a new Bojangles restaurant is currently being planned for 853 South 30th St. in Hebron. I'm assuming the article means Heath, which would put it where (RIP) Toys R Us used to be/Big Lots is now. I don't think there are 30 streets in Hebron :)
March 17, 20232 yr Cameron Mitchell Has 4 New Restaurants in the Works Cameron Mitchell Restaurants is continuing to expand its footprint across Central Ohio. Downtown and Easton will each get a CMR concept, with limited details available on what exactly those restaurants will be, or when they will open. “We are working on a new steakhouse in downtown Columbus and on a new concept for Easton Town Center,” a statement from CMR said. “We are still working on naming both concepts.” The Downtown steakhouse is slated for the PNC Plaza. Work is already underway on the 24-story tower at 155 E. Broad St., which will convert the building to a mix of apartments and office space. The design for the building’s sunken plaza was recently in front of the Downtown commission again, receiving approval for a new glass-enclosed structure that would hold a restaurant space. It is not clear if the steakhouse would occupy this space, or one of the restaurant spaces included in the initial design. More below: https://columbusunderground.com/cameron-mitchell-has-4-new-restaurants-in-the-works-sp1/ "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
March 23, 20232 yr Vic Village Tavern now open in former Shrunken Head space Victorian Village’s newest watering hole is now open. The Vic Village Tavern opens Thursday at 251 W. 5th Ave., a space that has a more than 20-year history as a neighborhood destination. It was most recently The Shrunken Head and prior to that Victorian’s Midnight Café. Tavern owners Quinn Allen, Matt Herron and Lonnie Kubankin sought those local hangout vibes when they looked to open a new bar. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2023/03/23/vic-village-tavern-now-open-in-former-shrunken-hea.html "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
March 27, 20232 yr Cameron Mitchell's new Bridge Park restaurant, Valentina's, sets opening date Cameron Mitchell Restaurants’ newest Dublin eatery will open in May. Valentina’s, the company's new Italian restaurant, will open at 4595 Bridge Park Ave. on May 30, the company announced Monday. In advance of that opening, the restaurant is beginning its hiring push. A hiring office is now open at 6265 Riverside Dr. Cameron Mitchell Restaurants expects to need 110 staffers, including servers, bartenders, hosts, server assistants, bakers, line cooks and dishwashers, for the Bridge Park restaurant. More below: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2023/03/27/opening-date-set-hiring-begins-for-new-cameron-mi.html "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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