Shakers Public House returning to west Columbus

A popular Columbus wing joint is returning to its home neighborhood.

Shakers Public House, which originally opened on the west side in 2020, is coming back to that community with plans to park its food truck permanently in the lot at 4321 W. Broad St., which is next to a Bob Evans restaurant.

Owners Spencer and Caitlin Campbell opened their first restaurant at 385 Georgesville Road, but that space was damaged in a fire, which forced the establishment to move.

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https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2025/05/02/shakers-public-house-returning-to-west-columbus.html

Short North Vegan Bakery Moving to Grandview

Happy Little Treats’ time in the Short North is nearing an end, but the vegan bakery is far from over. 

Happy Little Treats announced in early April that it will be relocating to Grandview this summer at 1043 W. Third Ave. The location change is a result of the lease ending at the current Short North space at 1203 N. High St. 

The vegan bakery was founded in 2019 by Erin Hall and has held a presence in the Short North since its inception. The bakery has been open at its current location since 2021. 

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https://columbusunderground.com/short-north-vegan-bakery-moving-to-grandview-ak1/

Blackened Coffee Co. is Latest Addition to Old North’s Ace of Cups

It’s been almost two years since a couple of friends came together and started a pop-up coffee business, and now they have a permanent home at Ace of Cups. 

Blackened Coffee Co. opened April 20 on the back patio of the music venue and bar, Ace of Cups, located at 2619 N. High St. Founded by friends TJ Matisko, Aaron Best and Blaise Bonsignore, Blackened Coffee serves drinks as well as plant-based breakfast sandwiches.

“We were looking for something that we wanted and couldn’t find it, so we decided to start making it ourselves,” Matisko said. 

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https://columbusunderground.com/blackened-coffee-co-is-latest-addition-to-old-norths-ace-of-cups-ak1/

Draft Day opens in former Smokehouse Brewing space near Grandview

A Grandview-area sports bar is now open.

Draft Day opened May 1 at 1130 Dublin Road.

That’s a building with a long local history of food and drinks. For the previous 28 years it had been Smokehouse Brewing and Barley’s Smokehouse. Prior to that it was Jack Bowman’s Steakhouse.

Owner T.J. Valentino last year spoke with Columbus Business First about his vision for Draft Day and his desire to be in the Grandview area.

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https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2025/05/05/draft-day-opens-former-smokehouse-brewing-space.html

Main Ground Coffee fills former Little Italy space in Groveport

A space that was home to a Central Ohio pizzeria for decades is serving up something new. 

When Little Italy Ristorante in Groveport relocated from 619 Main St. to a new space at 480 Main St. in 2023, it left that older space free.

The Ward family, which started that local pizzeria in 1966, is now back at 619 Main St. with Main Ground Coffee, a new coffeeshop they’ve developed with Crimson Cup Coffee & Tea.

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https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2025/05/05/main-ground-coffee-fills-former-little-italy-space.html

Ampersand Asian Super Club opens second location in Westerville

A Short North restaurant has opened its Westerville expansion.

Ampersand Asian Super Club is now open at 32 W. College Ave. in Uptown Westerville.

Owners Megan Ada and Joshua Cook also own Ampersand at 940 N. High St. in the Short North, which they opened in 2019, as well as Asterisk Supper Club, which they opened at 14 N. State St. in Westerville in 2016.

The wife-and-husband team are Westerville residents, Ada previously told Columbus Business First.

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https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2025/05/05/ampersand-asian-super-club-opens-westerville.html

Fox in the Snow to open in Westerville this summer

A popular local coffee shop and bakery is expanding again.

Fox in the Snow will open in late summer at 79 S. State St. in Uptown Westerville.

Owners Lauren Culley and Jeff Excell, who first launched their business in 2014 with an Italian Village cafe, announced the expansion on Instagram.

More below:

https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2025/05/06/fox-in-the-snow-to-open-in-westerville-this-summer.html

& https://columbusunderground.com/fox-in-the-snow-coming-to-westerville-ak1/

On 5/5/2025 at 12:18 AM, ColDayMan said:

Short North Vegan Bakery Moving to Grandview

Happy Little Treats’ time in the Short North is nearing an end, but the vegan bakery is far from over. 

Happy Little Treats announced in early April that it will be relocating to Grandview this summer at 1043 W. Third Ave. The location change is a result of the lease ending at the current Short North space at 1203 N. High St. 

The vegan bakery was founded in 2019 by Erin Hall and has held a presence in the Short North since its inception. The bakery has been open at its current location since 2021. 

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https://columbusunderground.com/short-north-vegan-bakery-moving-to-grandview-ak1/

Seems crazy to go from a walkable location in the busiest area of the city to a spot that doesn’t even really have sidewalks. I wonder if most of their sales are online orders or pick ups.

Coffee with a Cause: Bitty & Beau’s Opens in Upper Arlington

A North Carolina-based coffee shop has opened its first Ohio location in Upper Arlington’s Kingsdale Center. 

Bitty & Beau’s Coffee celebrated its grand opening ceremony over the weekend in Upper Arlington at 3110 Kingsdale Center. The coffee shop, established in 2016 by Ben and Amy Wright, employs individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. 

“We’ve said it from the start — it’s more than just a cup of coffee,” Amy said in a statement. 

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https://columbusunderground.com/coffee-with-a-cause-bitty-amp-beaus-opens-in-upper-arlington-ak1/

Roosters could reopen temporarily closed restaurant near OSU this fall

A Roosters shuttered temporarily by a fire could reopen during Ohio State’s football season.

The locally based wing joint lost its restaurant at 3370 Olentangy River Road last July after a kitchen fire damaged the building.

Roosters this week said that, pending construction progress and permits, the restaurant and bar will be serving again this fall.

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https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2025/05/08/roosters-reopen-temporarily-closed-restaurant.html

Powell Home to New Restaurant, Liberty Social

Casual restaurant Liberty Social Bar & Kitchen opened its doors late last month with an easy-going vibe and wide-ranging menu. 

Located at 240 N. Liberty St., formerly Gallup’s Bar & Kitchen, Liberty Social opened its doors on April 26. The restaurant has a full bar with lunch and dinner throughout the week and brunch on the weekends. 

The space is two levels and can seat up to 240 people. The upper level features a full bar and will be available for parties. 

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https://columbusunderground.com/powell-home-to-new-restaurant-liberty-social-ak1/

New Upper Arlington pizzeria opens, teams up with Daily Growler

There’s a new neighborhood pizza joint in Upper Arlington and it’s teaming up with a local bar.

UA Pizza opened last month at 3794 Farlington Dr. For the previous 20 years that space had been Panzera’s of Upper Arlington. It’s on the west end of a Fishinger Road retail center that includes the Daily Growler and Hollywood Feed.

Robert Eggleton, who owns the business with his sons Nick and Chris, said they’ve been quiet since opening a few weeks ago, but are ready to raise their pizza place’s profile.

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https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2025/05/09/ua-pizza-now-open-teaming-up-with-daily-growler.html

New Sports Bar Open in Former Smokehouse Brewing Co.

Draft Day kicked off the month of May with open doors. 

The sports bar and restaurant opened May 1 near Grandview at 1130 Dublin Rd., formerly Smokehouse Brewing Company. The new concept is owned by TJ Valentino, the founder of Tino Hospitality Group. 

Smokehouse Brewing closed in January of 2024 after 25 years of business. Hints of what would take its place struck a few months later in July with a post on Draft Day’s official Instagram that indicated the restaurant would open sometime in 2025. An additional post in August stated that construction officially began. 

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https://columbusunderground.com/new-sports-bar-open-in-former-smokehouse-brewing-co-ak1/

Short North Ramen Joint Expands to Westerville

Ampersand Asian Supper Club has added a new location in Uptown Westerville. 

Known for its ramen and donburi rice bowls, Ampersand opened its second location in late April in Westerville at 32 W. College Ave. The first Ampersand opened in 2019 in the Short North at 940 N. High St. 

Ampersand is owned by restaurateur Megan Ada, who grew up eating ramen and Japanese cuisine, according to Ampersand’s website. Alongside Ada is her husband and the restaurant’s Culinary Director, Joshua Cook.  

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https://columbusunderground.com/short-north-ramen-joint-expands-to-westerville-ak1/

YAY!!!

Ray Ray's trading Clintonville truck for old Wizard of Za space

Ray Ray’s Hog Pit will move its Clintonville operation inside.

The local barbecue brand will leave the 2619 N. High St. Ace of Cups location where its food truck has served customers for more than a decade.

It will stay in Clintonville, though, as it will open in the former Wizard of Za space at 4214 N. High St.

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https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2025/05/14/ray-rays-moving-clintonville-wizard-of-za.html

Mr. Tea brings authentic Chinese tea blends to Columbus food court

A new local tea option hopes to stand out beyond the boba.

While Mr. Tea offers its take on the increasingly popular boba/bubble tea with its tapioca pearls, it is the tea itself that owners and husband and wife Benjamin Xiao and Clara Lin said sets their business apart.

“This is an authentic, bolder taste. Real, high-quality milk teas,” Xiao said.

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https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2025/05/15/mr-tea-boba-lemon-teas-bethel-road.html

Astra Rooftop to replace Lumin Sky Bar in July

A new restaurant-bar concept will replace Lumin Sky Bar over the summer.

Lumin Sky Bar and Kitchen, a rooftop restaurant on the top floor of the AC Hotel Columbus Downtown, 517 Park St., will soon become Astra Rooftop, according to a May 14 announcement.

The Mediterranean- and bohemian-style rooftop restaurant and bar will look over Goodale Park and offer modern American cuisine with European and Spanish influences.

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https://www.dispatch.com/story/entertainment/dining/2025/05/14/lumin-sky-bar-to-be-replaced-by-astra-rooftop-in-july/83627375007/?link_source=ta_first_comment&taid=682551b5d81e8200012ed9a1&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&fbclid=IwY2xjawKTerRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHn-uAN1_SgpxGdoHdlEBLVYQ1DcuBnbJB_02Nv6X3yUypVDnxwxyCWLQte8S_aem_l36QefYowPCfArxzeut99g

Chick-fil-A adds Groveport-area restaurant to its Columbus plans

Chick-fil-A’s is planning yet another new Columbus restaurant.  

The Atlanta-based fast-food chain has had a growth spurt in the Central Ohio market in the past two years, opening four net-new restaurants, relocating another to a new-built space and remodeling several others.

The development plan has another new addition.

According to property records and building permits, a new Chick-fil-A is coming to 4015 S. Hamilton Road.

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https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2025/05/16/chick-fil-a-groveport-restaurant-hamilton-road.html

New Rooftop Bar and Restaurant Coming to Downtown Hotel

Astra Rooftop and Restaurant is the latest addition to Marriott’s AC Hotel Columbus Downtown. 

Located at 517 Park St., Astra Rooftop will open on the top floor of the AC Hotel in July. The new concept is a partnership between One Hospitality, Concord Hospitality and Continental Hospitality Group — a trio also responsible for the 2021 debut of the AC Hotel.

The menu, developed by One Hospitality’s Culinary Director, Branden Weigel, will feature modern American cuisine with European and Spanish influences. Director of Operations, Hans Maggard, is responsible for the cocktail selection. 

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https://columbusunderground.com/new-rooftop-bar-and-restaurant-coming-to-downtown-hotel-ak1/

On 5/14/2025 at 5:40 PM, ColDayMan said:

YAY!!!

Ray Ray's trading Clintonville truck for old Wizard of Za space

Ray Ray’s Hog Pit will move its Clintonville operation inside.

The local barbecue brand will leave the 2619 N. High St. Ace of Cups location where its food truck has served customers for more than a decade.

It will stay in Clintonville, though, as it will open in the former Wizard of Za space at 4214 N. High St.

More below:

https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2025/05/14/ray-rays-moving-clintonville-wizard-of-za.html

Idk how they will do further north in clintonville. Their current spot is in such a great area. I wish they would have moved into one of the open store fronts just down from them. I wish them luck, but it doesn’t seem like they will do as well in northern clintonville.

Bojangles to open third area restaurant in Delaware this summer

Bojangles will open another local restaurant this summer.

As the likes of Chick-fil-A, Huey Magoo’s, Dave’s Hot Chicken and more all find new locations around Central Ohio, so too does the North Carolina-based fast-food favorite.

Bojangles is coming to 39 Coughlin Lane in Delaware this summer. The company said an exact date hasn’t been set yet, but the coming soon sign is out.

It’ll be restaurant No. 3 in the Columbus market.

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https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2025/05/19/bojangles-open-delaware-summer-2025.html

Cincinnati-Based Restaurant Expanding to Columbus

A new steakhouse is filling the first floor of Franklinton’s Gravity complex.

Cincinnati’s Losanti is expected to open its second location this summer at 440 W. Broad St., located on the ground floor of the Gravity building in Franklinton. The space was previously inhabited by another Cincinnati-based business, Taft’s Brewpourium, which closed in October of 2024. 

Husband and wife, Anthony and Haley Sitek, opened the first Losanti near Cincinnati’s Washington Park in 2019. Most known for its steak, the restaurant also features pork chops, salmon and chicken dishes, in addition to a selection of wine. 

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https://columbusunderground.com/cincinnati-based-restaurant-expanding-to-columbus-ak1/

On 4/28/2025 at 10:23 PM, ColDayMan said:

Chouette Awarded Prestigious Certification for French Cuisine

It’s been less than a year since Chouette debuted Downtown, and it’s already making an impressive reputation for itself. 

Located at the corner of Gay and High streets, Chouette was recently granted the World’s French Restaurant certification by the French Association of Master Restaurateurs. The French bistro opened its doors at 66 N. High St. in August of 2024. 

“This award is a testament to the passion and dedication of the entire Chouette team, and we are incredibly proud of this achievement,” Culinary Director at Makeready, Chef Jacques Sorci, said in a press release. 

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https://columbusunderground.com/chouette-awarded-prestigious-certification-for-french-cuisine-ak1/

Has anyone tried Chouette yet? I've been considering it as a date night option.

15 hours ago, cbussoccer said:

Has anyone tried Chouette yet? I've been considering it as a date night option.

I've gone a few times, mostly for drinks/small plates, but it is very good! They keep a French 75 on tap, my husband loves that lol If you like deviled eggs and truffel, they have a very yummy app as well as these cheese puff pastry things. "Things" is so French I know lol

Inside is actually quite small, but with the patio with the awning, it's a great spot on a nice weather day!! Definitely check it out!! Hanks across the street also is great!! They have a good happy hour in their lounge area from 4-6.

51 minutes ago, Gnoraa said:

I've gone a few times, mostly for drinks/small plates, but it is very good! They keep a French 75 on tap, my husband loves that lol If you like deviled eggs and truffel, they have a very yummy app as well as these cheese puff pastry things. "Things" is so French I know lol

Inside is actually quite small, but with the patio with the awning, it's a great spot on a nice weather day!! Definitely check it out!! Hanks across the street also is great!! They have a good happy hour in their lounge area from 4-6.

Thanks for the info! The awning area along Gay definitely looks like a nice place to sit when the weather is nice. I love how Chouette, Hanks, Speck, and Veritas all have outdoor seating areas around this intersection. Should definitely create a good vibe this summer

Century-Old Dessert Shop to Open First Columbus Location

Milkshake Factory is establishing roots in Columbus just in time for the summer. 

Located at 1333 N. High St., Milkshake Factory hosted a soft opening earlier this month and will celebrate its official grand opening event on May 31. A location near Mason, Ohio, will debut on the same date, and two additional Ohio stores are in development. 

The newest location is the first of several slated for the region by business partners Sivakumar Bodipudi and Kishore Kumar. 

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https://columbusunderground.com/century-old-dessert-shop-to-open-first-columbus-location-ak1/

Jack in the Box and Del Taco say they're eyeing expansion in the Columbus area

Jack in the Box, an iconic West Coast burger chain that serves breakfast all day, includes eggrolls on its menu and actually sells more tacos than hamburgers, has its eyes on central Ohio for expansion.

The company that owns the 74-year-old restaurant chain already has come to Powell and Whitehall with its other brand, Del Taco. A Jack in the Box representative told The Dispatch that it's seeking new locations throughout central Ohio for both chains.

https://www.aol.com/jack-box-del-taco-theyre-181244546.html

Oh no, not Jack!!!

I doubt Del Taco returns to Circleville since their last one only made it a year or so and is now a Huey Magoo's.

Short North restaurant Metsi's from chef B.J. Lieberman sets opening date

A heralded Columbus chef’s new Short North restaurant will open next week.

Metsi’s opens June 6 at 36 E. Lincoln St.

It’s the newest venture from B.J. Lieberman, a James Beard Award semifinalist and owner of both Chapman’s Eat Market in German Village and Ginger Rabbit Jazz Lounge in the Short North.

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https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2025/05/27/metsis-short-north-bj-lieberman.html

Goodfellas Pizzeria opens first area location in Short North next week

The Short North is getting a new pizza joint and whiskey bar June 6.

Goodfellas Pizzeria will mark its grand opening that day at 608 N. High St.

It’s the first Columbus unit for the Lexington, Kentucky-based chain.

The Short North spot is the 11th location for Goodfellas overall and the third in Ohio. It has a pair of sites in Cincinnati.

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https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2025/05/27/goodfellas-pizzeria-sets-short-north-opening-date.html

Columbus' Alchemy to bring new cafe to Hilliard community center

A Columbus cafe will bring its third location to Hilliard this fall.

Alchemy Brands was selected to develop and run a cafe at The Well, the suburb’s new 110,000-square-foot community recreation and wellness center, expected to open in September.

The project also includes 25,000 square feet of medical offices managed by the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.

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https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2025/05/28/columbus-alchemy-bringing-new-cafe-to-hilliard.html

Italian eatery Metsi's is a fresh start, not a reclamation project for its owner

Don’t call Metsi’s a ‘phoenix rising from the ashes.’

Yes, the new Short North restaurant from Chef B.J. Lieberman is in the same 36 E. Lincoln St. space as a previous venture of his.

But it’s not a reworking or a reclamation or a retrofit.

“This is a brand new restaurant,” Lieberman said.

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https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2025/05/29/metsis-italian-short-north-bj-lieberman.html

Schmidt's revives its popular Autobahn buffet for first time in 5 years

A Columbus dining institution is reviving one of its most popular traditions.

After a five-year absence, Schmidt’s Sausage Haus has brought back the Autobahn buffet.

The Schmidt family first introduced a buffet at their historic German Village restaurant in 1992 where it became a fixture for customers.

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https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2025/05/28/schmidts-autobahn-buffet-returns.html

First MilkShake Factory in Columbus opens near Ohio State

A growing milkshake shop has opened in Columbus.

Pittsburgh-based MilkShake Factory’s first Central Ohio location is serving its classic and gourmet-inspired shakes at 1333 N. High St. at the northern edge of the Short North just south of Ohio State University.

That location will celebrate its grand opening May 31 with shakes, sundaes and molten cups in a buy-one-get-one-free special from noon to 4 p.m.

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https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2025/05/28/milkshake-factory-now-open-near-ohio-state.html

Ray Ray's sets opening date for its Clintonville space

Ray Ray’s Hog Pit will begin serving from its new Clintonville spot next week.

The popular local barbecue option is moving into the former Wizard of Za space at 4214 N. High St. That building is shared with the Fusian fast-casual sushi and bowl restaurant.

Ray Ray’s will open June 3.

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https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2025/05/28/ray-rays-sets-opening-date-for-its-clintonville-s.html

& https://columbusunderground.com/ray-rays-hog-pit-is-on-the-move-ak1/

First Look: Metsi’s

Despite the name, there’s really not a lot of Italian dining options located in the Italian Village neighborhood. Thankfully, new restaurant Metsi’s adds a +1 in that column with its grand opening taking place on Friday.

Metsi is the fourth concept from chef BJ Lieberman, following Chapman’s, Ginger Rabbit and Hiraeth. It’s also the second restaurant to be housed at 36 E Lincoln Street, following the closure of Hiraeth last year.

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https://columbusunderground.com/first-look-metsis-we1/

Elevated Pizza, McGinnis' Grill to join Budd Dairy Food Hall

A pair of Columbus food trucks will bring pizzas and burgers to the Budd Dairy Food Hall in the next two months.

The Cameron Mitchell Restaurants-owned venue at 1086 N. 4th St. in Italian Village, after four years in business, has seen the first big changes to the chef-tenant lineup in the last year with four concepts leaving and another four coming in. 

But that’s always been the expectation.

“This is working exactly as it was intended,” said Steve Weis, vice president of development.

Elevated Pizza Kitchen will move into the former Borgata Pizza spot this June. Borgata left in April.

McGinnis’ Grill will take over the Pokebap space in July. Pokebap will close inside the food hall this month.

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https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2025/06/02/elevated-pizza-mcginnis-grill-joining-budd-dairy.html

Alchemy looks to leverage new cafe to grow corporate services business

The growth of Alchemy is as much about its mission as it is its business.

The Columbus cafe concept will add a third location this fall at The Well in Hilliard, that suburb’s new 110,000-square-foot community recreation and wellness center.

The project also includes 25,000 square feet of medical offices managed by Ohio State University’s Wexner Medical Center.

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https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2025/06/04/alchemy-hilliard-corproate-work-expansion.html

Hunan Lion hopes to reopen Columbus restaurant this summer

A beloved Columbus Chinese restaurant could reopen this summer.

The Hunan Lion at 2038 Crown Plaza Dr. could open in August.

The restaurant, which is off Bethel Road on the city’s northwest side, has been closed since an October 2023 kitchen fire damaged the space.

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https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2025/06/04/hunan-lion-to-reopen-summer.html

5 Recent/Upcoming Coffee Shop Openings in Columbus

Columbus has kept the city caffeinated over the last couple of months with the opening of some new coffee shops.

Blackened Coffee Co. kicked things off April 20 with the opening of its first brick-and-mortar location on the back patio of Ace of Cups at 2619 N. High St. The shop started out as a pop-up concept in 2023 by a group of friends.

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https://columbusunderground.com/5-recent-upcoming-coffee-shop-openings-in-columbus-ak1/

Dirty Frank's opening at Ace of Cups in Old North Columbus

A Columbus bar and music venue has swapped barbecue for hot dogs.

Dirty Frank’s Hot Dog Palace expects to open this weekend inside Ace of Cups at 3619 N. High St.

Plans there, which were announced last year, are to offer a streamlined menu of Dirty Frank’s hot dogs and tots. A walk-up window will allow customers to place and pick up orders outside even if concerts are happening inside. 

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https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2025/06/05/dirty-franks-opens-at-ace-of-cups.html

First Look: Goodfellas Pizzeria to Open In Short North

Goodfellas Pizzeria will open its first Columbus location this week in the Short North. 

The New York-style pizzeria hosted a soft opening Wednesday at 608 N. High St. and will officially open Friday. This marks the pizzeria’s 11th store in total and its first in Columbus, with two additional Ohio locations in Cincinnati. 

The menu features thin-crust pizzas baked in a stone oven that come in 12, 16 and 22-inch pies. Additional dishes and sides include breadsticks, subs, salads and desserts. 

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https://columbusunderground.com/first-look-goodfellas-pizzeria-to-open-in-short-north-ak1/

Dirty Frank’s Opens Inside Old North Bar

Ace of Cups upped its food selection again this month with the addition of Dirty Frank’s Hot Dog Palace. 

Dirty Frank’s opened a walk-up window on June 6 inside Ace of Cups, located at 2619 N. High St. This is the second food option added to the music venue and bar this year, following Blackened Coffee Co., which opened on the bar’s back patio in April.  

While Blackened Coffee Co. is located on the bar’s backside, Dirty Frank’s is just around the corner at a new order window on the side of the Ace of Cups building. Customers can order from the outside window and inside the bar. 

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https://columbusunderground.com/dirty-franks-opens-inside-old-north-bar-ak1/

Marino's owners retiring, but Arthur Treacher's returning to take over

A local name for fish-and-chips is going away after decades, but a historic brand in the fish-and-chips business is coming back.

Harry and Rosemarie Kougendakis, who have owned and run Marino’s Seafood Fish & Chips at 1216 W. 5th Ave. near Grandview Heights since 1992, are retiring this month.

But a familiar name will fill that space.

Arthur Treacher’s Fish & Chips is moving in.

Arthur Treacher's to return to Columbus to take over Marino's - Columbus Business First

Restaurant and Training Facility, The Line, Opening Downtown Next Year

A new workforce development program and restaurant slated for Downtown’s North Grant Avenue is in the works.

The Line is expected to open in the early months of 2026 at 145 N. Grant Ave. Operated by non-profit organization, Service!, The Line will act as a full-service restaurant and training ground for workers interested in advancing their careers in the culinary industry.  

The goal of The Line is to provide real-world experience and foster career growth in addition to reinvesting money back into programs that empower people in Central Ohio’s food scene. 

Spanning 12,000 square feet, the space will include a multi-use library and event venue as well as a Chef’s table and community-facing windows into the kitchen. Co-founder of Service!, Matthew Heaggans, said The Line will occupy about half of the space during its initial opening. 

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https://columbusunderground.com/restaurant-and-training-facility-the-line-opening-downtown-next-year-ak1/

Black Sheep Kitchen & Spirits moving into Bristol Republic's Short North spot

A new bar and restaurant will take over a departing Short North music venue space.

Black Sheep Kitchen & Spirits will move into the former Bristol Republic spot at 1124 N. High St. this summer.

Bristol Republic, which opened in 2019, is relocating to a new space at Bridge Park in Dublin and will reopen in late fall.

The new concept is the creation of Misty Linn, owner of District West, in collaboration with the West family of drag performers.

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https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2025/06/11/black-sheep-kitchen-spirits-short-north.html

20 hours ago, ColDayMan said:

Black Sheep Kitchen & Spirits moving into Bristol Republic's Short North spot

A new bar and restaurant will take over a departing Short North music venue space.

Black Sheep Kitchen & Spirits will move into the former Bristol Republic spot at 1124 N. High St. this summer.

Bristol Republic, which opened in 2019, is relocating to a new space at Bridge Park in Dublin and will reopen in late fall.

The new concept is the creation of Misty Linn, owner of District West, in collaboration with the West family of drag performers.

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I was trying to find info on who was opening the new place, glad it will be another lgbtq owned place.

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District West Owner to Open Bar in Former Bristol Republic Space

Black Sheep Kitchen & Spirits is set to replace the Short North’s Bristol Republic this summer.

The restaurant and bar will open in the coming months at 1124 N. High St., formerly Bristol Republic, which is in the process of relocating to Dublin’s Bridge Park. The venue will feature tavern food and cocktails as well as DJs and live shows throughout the week. 

“Our vision for Black Sheep is to create a space that feels familiar but special — somewhere people can come for great food, strong drinks, and a real sense of community,” Black Sheep owner Misty Linn said in a statement. 

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https://columbusunderground.com/district-west-owner-to-open-bar-in-former-bristol-republic-space-ak1/