last minute, time sensitive request:

tasty Indian weekday  lunch buffet, Worthington. does it exist?

last minute, time sensitive request:

tasty Indian weekday  lunch buffet, Worthington. does it exist?

 

Indian place

 

http://www.chutnys.com/

 

Indian place with a lunch buffet

http://www.cuisineofindiatogo.com/

 

 

 

I was just checking out the Cuisine of India- do you think it is good? Indian food is the one type I like on a buffet. It still can taste great, and you get to try a lot of things

I've never been to either one. I'm used to the Indian Buffets in Clifton (Cincinnati). There were three of them right next to each other but they all tasted the same to me lol yet everyone I know is like "nooo noo Ambar is better!" "No, Apna is better!".

 

I love Indian buffets but I have to be in the right mood. I could only do it every now and then. Those spices are strong  :-o

I like them about 3 times a year. It is a about time, and will need something to do before my conference starts. 

MONTGOMERY INN

Cincinnati BBQ comes to Dublin

Wednesday,  April 1, 2009 - 1:47 PM

By JENNIFER NOBLIT, ThisWeek Staff Writer

 

The first Montgomery Inn in central Ohio will open April 15.  According to Evan Andrews, vice president of the barbecue restaurant that's become synonymous with Cincinnati, the decision to locate in Dublin's Shoppes at River Ridge was an easy one.  "Dublin is a lot like Montgomery," he said, referring to the restaurant's namesake Cincinnati suburb.  Montgomery Inn opened its first restaurant in 1951 in Montgomery.  Other restaurants are located in downtown Cincinnati and northern Kentucky.

 

Montgomery Inn will hold a grand opening/ribbon cutting at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 15, with Dublin City Council members.  The restaurant will open for lunch at 11 a.m.  The restaurant is located at 4565 W. Dublin-Granville Road.

 

Read more at http://www.thisweeknews.com/live/content/dublin/stories/2009/04/01/0401dubbq_ln.html?sid=104

To me, Worthington is more like Montgomery and Dublin is more like Mason but anywho I digress. I'm sure it'll be a success regardless of that technicality.

Dublin is like an old Montgomery with a Mason sprawl belt.

To get all our metaphors lined up, it would be like Olde Montgomery plus Symmes Township - which is often subsumed within Mason and Loveland.

+ a better YMCA.

<b>Chinese/Japanese restaurant opening in Short North</b>

By ilovethiscity | March 29, 2009

 

The other day I stuck my head in the door located just south of The Surly Girl Saloon while some interior demolition work was being done and a gentleman there informed me that the space was going to be either a Chinese or Japanese restaurant! Great news for the neighborhood! Has anyone else heard anything more on this?

 

MORE: http://www.columbusunderground.com/chinesejapanese-restaurant-opening-in-short-north

<b>Rad Dog! is Back Downtown</b>

By Anne | March 31, 2009

 

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The weather is getting warmer and that means Rad Dog! Gourmet Meatless Hot Dogs is back downtown. You can get your lunch fix at his new spot at the corner of Broad & High from 10am to 2pm.

 

MORE: http://www.columbusunderground.com/rad-dog-is-back-downtown

<b>Sugardaddy's opens storefront</b>

Wednesday,  April 1, 2009 1:46 PM

By BONNIE BUTCHER

ThisWeek Staff Writer

 

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Brownies in the round -- that's the shape of things at Sugardaddy's Sumptuous Sweeties. The gourmet brownies and blondies have been made in an area bakery and sold online for four years, said Tom Finney, co-founder and co-owner. This month, the business expanded, adding a storefront to the bakery at 1329 Cameron Ave., Lewis Center.

 

MORE: http://www.thisweeknews.com/live/content/olentangy/stories/2009/04/01/0401posugardaddys_ln.html?type=rss&cat=&sid=104&title=Sugardaddy%27s+opens+storefront

Jeni’s makes it 5 with shop at Bridge and High in Dublin

Business First of Columbus - by Dan Eaton

Friday, April 10, 2009

 

Another year, another ice cream shop for Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams LLC.  The Columbus-based chain opened its fifth shop April 1 on Bridge Street in Dublin, a 1,600-square-foot parlor that will sell Jeni Britton Bauer’s signature nine flavors, such as Salty Carmel and Thai Chili, as well as nine seasonal choices and other treats.

 

The seven-year-old business has shops in Grandview Heights, the North Market, Short North and Bexley, as well as a kitchen near Grandview Heights where its products are made.  Bauer said there are no immediate plans for a sixth shop in the region, although Clintonville, Worthington and New Albany are among possibilities for expansion.  The company is considering options beyond Central Ohio as well, having fielded requests from Dayton, Toledo, Cincinnati, Cleveland and Chicago, Bauer said.

 

Read more at http://columbus.bizjournals.com/columbus/stories/2009/04/13/newscolumn2.html

Clippers load bases with Columbus food, drink companies

Business First of Columbus - by Dan Eaton

Friday, April 10, 2009

 

The Columbus Clippers have a roster of recognizable food and drink purveyors who’ll be pushing their fare inside the new baseball stadium this season, including Bob Evans Farms Inc., City Barbeque Inc., Donatos Pizzeria LLC, Elevator Brewing Co. LLC, Roosters Inc. and Tim Hortons Inc.  “This is a community team,” General Manager Ken Schnacke said.  “Everything about this park is about Columbus.”

 

The relationships with Bob Evans, Donatos, City Barbeque and Roosters are carried over from Cooper Stadium, the Clippers’ old home field.  City Barbeque and Roosters will expand their Clippers business from promotional nights to kiosks.  Schnacke said Elevator’s beer and Tim Hortons’ coffee will be new to the team’s portfolio.

 

Read more at http://columbus.bizjournals.com/columbus/stories/2009/04/13/newscolumn2.html

<b>Cook Shack BBQ opens Downtown location today</b>

 

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According to some recently-added window markings, Cook Shack BBQ is opening their downtown location today in the Atlas Building at the corner of Long Street and Pearl Alley.

 

Their website notes that they serve a variety of Salads, Sandwiches, Brisket, Pulled Pork, Po Boys, Rib Racks, Smoked Chicken, Sweet Potatoes, Collard Greens, Mac and Cheese, House-made Chips and Pork Rinds, and quite a bit more.

 

MORE: http://www.columbusunderground.com/cook-shack-bbq-opens-today-downtown

<b>A new spin on an old favorite: Confluence Park</b>

Posted April 13, 2009

By Kelly Brooks, Events/Marketing Coordinator

 

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After closing for winter on Dec. 26, Confluence Park did an overhaul of the facility, the menu and the events calendar. Their new upscale look and feel will be revealed on Friday, April 17 at a Grand Reopening. Confluence Park will host a free open house from 7-9 p.m. to showcase the new menu and the facility’s vendors. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres, DJ music, ice sculptures, cake displays and a cash bar will round out the night.

 

MORE: http://www.experiencecolumbus.com/blog/index.php/2009/04/13/a-new-spin-on-an-old-favorite-confluence-park

<b>Clintonville landmark closing June 1</b>

Friday,  April 10, 2009 4:36 PM

By GARY SEMAN JR.

ThisWeek Staff Writer

 

Nancy's Restaurant, a staple of the Clintonville neighborhood, will close June 1. Faced with mounting debt and medical problems, owner Cindy King said she has no other choice.

 

"It's done now and it was a hard decision to come to," she said. "All good things have to come to an end."

 

For four decades, Nancy's was known as a comfort-food haven, a refuge for those who liked the camaraderie as much as the meatloaf and chicken and noodles. King bought the business 38 years ago from Nancy Kemmerling, who founded the restaurant about two years before that.

 

MORE: http://www.thisweeknews.com/live/content/clintonville/stories/2009/04/08/restaurant_closing.html?type=rss&cat=&sid=104

<b>Cafe Corner Announces Extended Hours</b>

By Walker | April 11, 2009

 

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Cafe Corner fans rejoice! On Monday, April 13th, the popular Harrison West cafe will be launching their new extended hours schedule: 9am to 9pm, seven days a week. Delivery hours will operate from 10am to 9pm daily. As always, more details can be found on their website at CafeCornerColumbus.com.

 

MORE: http://www.columbusunderground.com/cafe-corner-announces-extended-hours

<b>bonoPIZZA Makes a Limited Return on Friday Nights</b>

By Walker | April 9, 2009

 

<img src="http://www.columbusunderground.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/bill-bono.jpg">

 

Starting on Friday, April 17th, bonoPIZZA will be setting up their portable woodoven at the corner of Third Avenue and Northwest Blvd at Boulevard Carryout, the beer and wine cornershop. They’ll be there every Friday night from 5PM to 10PM to test out the location, see how the space works, and contemplate a more permanent setup in the old Cowtown Pizza location. So mark your calendars and get ready to satisfy that craving for bonoPIZZA once more.

 

MORE: http://www.columbusunderground.com/bonopizza-makes-a-limited-return-on-friday-nights

Noodle shop slowing growth after new location

Business First of Columbus - by Dan Eaton

Friday, April 17, 2009

 

Another national chain is continuing its Central Ohio expansion, but the latest restaurant for fast-growing Noodles & Co. may be its last for awhile.  A shop on Sawmill Parkway in Powell is scheduled to open April 17.  It will be the 10th for the Boulder, Colo.-based chain, which arrived in Columbus in 2006 and has expanded quickly since then.  Noodles & Co. is a quick-casual dining spot selling noodle dishes and soups based on Asian, Mediterranean and American cuisine.  The chain, which was at 125 restaurants when it entered Columbus, has grown to 205 shops in 18 states.

 

http://columbus.bizjournals.com/columbus/stories/2009/04/20/newscolumn1.html

Chicken fingers reach another restaurant

Business First of Columbus - by Dan Eaton

Friday, April 17, 2009

 

Central Ohio continues to be fertile ground for Southern-based Raising Cane’s Restaurants LLC.  Franchisees Tim McCarthy and Roy Getz will open their fifth chicken finger dining spot April 20 on Stringtown Road in Grove City, and a sixth shop is planned at Hilliard-Rome and Roberts roads in Hilliard this fall.  Raising Cane’s is all about chicken fingers that are marinated, battered and on the menu alone or as a sandwich, with sides and, of course, a special sauce.

 

Read more at http://columbus.bizjournals.com/columbus/stories/2009/04/20/newscolumn1.html

Hot for lunch crowd, Lessner’s newest restaurant latest to grill up dogs

Business First of Columbus - by Dan Eaton

Friday, April 17, 2009

 

The suddenly hot Columbus hot dog shop market is getting another player, but this one isn’t for the kids.  Dirty Frank’s Hot Dog Palace is scheduled to open in the next few weeks on South Fourth Street, bringing classic and fresh takes on the hot dog to downtown Columbus, which, if you ask owner Elizabeth Lessner, is where it belongs.

 

Read more at

http://columbus.bizjournals.com/columbus/stories/2009/04/20/newscolumn1.html

More news on Nancy's:

 

Fan cooks up plan to help Nancy's restaurant

Tuesday,  April 21, 2009 3:05 AM

By Ann Fisher, THE COLUMBUS DISPATCH

 

When a 26-year-old information-technology recruiter opened a Facebook page to raise money for the owner of soon-to-close Nancy's Home Cooking, he figured he'd attract 1,000 members, tops. Instead, more than 2,640 devotees had joined the page -- Save Nancy's Home Cooking!!! -- by last night. Conor Malloy has asked Nancy's fans to overpay their bills on Saturday to help owner Cindy King as she faces bankruptcy, $59,000 in medical bills and disabling illnesses.

 

Read more at http://www.dispatch.com/live/content/local_news/stories/2009/04/21/save_nancys.ART_ART_04-21-09_B1_S0DK824.html?sid=101

<b>G. Michael’s Celebrates 10 Years in German Village</b>

By Walker | April 15, 2009

 

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A decade in the restaurant business may seem like a long time, but G. Michael’s Bistro is still very much the new kid on the block compared to their German Village brethren. On May 1st, this fine dining establishment will officially celebrate their 10 year anniversary with live music, drink specials, and discounted appetizers followed by a month-long celebration that includes the launch of a new fixed-price menu for value-seeking diners.

 

MORE: http://www.columbusunderground.com/g-michaels-celebrates-10-years-in-german-village

<b>“Coffee and More” Coming Soon to Gay Street</b>

By cab124 | April 17, 2009 12:05pm

 

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I just noticed on my jog this morning that the old Cornerstone Coffee at Third and Gay has signs in the window: “Coming Soon - Coffee and More.” There are already some new stools lining the window tables.

 

Nice to see that that location is not going to sit there vacant for very long. Now… what ever happened to the new Gay St. Zen Cha location?

 

MORE: http://www.columbusunderground.com/coffee-and-more-coming-soon-to-gay-street

<b>Rosendales to Undergo a Dining Transformation</b>

By Walker | April 20, 2009 6:35pm

 

<img src="http://www.columbusunderground.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/rosendales_logo.jpg">

 

<i>Press Release:</i>

 

Since its opening, Rosendales in the Short North has established itself as a rule-breaking, innovative restaurant. The Owner/Chef Richard Rosendale has accomplished a great deal in two short years. This rising star, not just in Columbus, but on the national stage as well, has had quite the ride. He has competed at the IKA, International Culinary Olympics, as the Team Captain in 2008, as well as competing in the Bocuse d’Or semi-finals in Orlando. Richard finished second from a chef from the French Laundry, and ahead of one chef from Charlie Trotter’s in Chicago. Both The French Laundry and Charlie Trotter’s are world renowned Mobil five star restaurants. And while all this was going on, he opened his second venture, Details Minibar and Lounge, next door to Rosendales. So what is next for Chef Rosendale?

 

MORE: http://www.columbusunderground.com/rosendales-to-undergo-a-dining-transformation

<b>Want to Help bonoPIZZA Move Into a New Location?</b>

By Walker | April 20, 2009 8:43pm

 

<img src="http://www.columbusunderground.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/bill-bono.jpg">

 

Last weekend bonoPIZZA made their return with an outdoor parking-lot setup in front of the old Cowtown Pizza location. Due to the overwhelming response, Bill & Peggy Yerkes are looking to expedite the process in which they’re going to be moving back into a more permanent indoor venue. Bill notified us earlier today that they’ve found a great spot in the Grandview-Area that features loads of free parking, patio seating, and indoor seating space for 30-40 people. The only catch is that they’ve only got around 80% of the funds ready to get the location secured and opened, and are currently around $5,000 short.

 

Always the non-traditionalist, Bill has put together a proposal for his loyal customers to help raise the extra cash quickly. He calls it the “bonoPIZZA Pay it Forward Plan”.

 

Effective immediately, bonoPIZZA will begin selling half-price gift certificates in $100 and $200 increments. The $100 gift certificate will cost $50, and the $200 gift certificate will cost $100, making it a great deal for anyone planning on dining at bono in the future. The goal is to sell approximately 75 of these certificates to cover the cost of raising the additional $5,000.

 

Once the $5,000 mark is reached, certificates will no longer be sold, so quantities are very limited.

 

Bill stated that the certificates issued will be individually numbered with each contributor’s name labeled as a “bono savior”. If the $5,000 amount is not reached, all checks and payments will be returned in full, and Bill said that a “WTF, We Tried” certificate will still be issued to all who gave it a shot.

 

To place an order you can reach Bill via phone at 614-441-2880, or send a check to:

 

Bill Yerkes

1724 Northwest Blvd

Columbus, Ohio 43212

 

MORE: http://www.columbusunderground.com/want-to-help-bonopizza-move-into-a-new-location

Tip Top Launches Weekend Brunch Offerings

http://www.columbusunderground.com/tip-top-launches-weekend-brunch-offerings

 

Starting this weekend, Tip Top Kitchen & Cocktails will be offering a Saturday and Sunday brunch menu between 11am and 4pm.  The menu includes a few items that are destined to become favorites, such as the Blue Ribbon Breakfast Skillet (pot roast mixed with eggs, potatoes, and other toppings), Sweet Potato Hash served with blacked eyed peas, and Apple Cinnamon Pancakes.  Everything on the brunch menu ranges from $7 to $9 and many items contain local seasonal ingredients such as Ohio-grown tomatoes, onions, spinach, bell peppers, and cheeses.

 

 

Visit www.TipTopColumbus.com for more information and to browse the new weekend brunch menu.  Tip Top is located at 73 E. Gay Street and is open 11am to 2am everyday.

<b>Sandella’s Flatbread Café Coming Soon to Columbus</b>

By Walker | April 24, 2009 11:00am

 

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Sandella’s Flatbread Café, a Connecticut-based casual restaurant chain, is scheduled to make their Columbus debut by the end of the year. Franchisees Chris Kavalieros and Michael Czarnecki have announced plans to open three stores in the region. The locations have not yet been finalized, but areas under consideration include Easton, OSU, and the North Side of Columbus.

 

“We want to bring Sandella’s to Columbus because it’s not just health conscious food, it’s healthy and delicious,” says Kavalieros. “People today are more health conscious than ever before and Sandella’s is the perfect place for people who want a delicious and fast meal without sacrificing their health or their wallet in the process.”

 

MORE: http://www.columbusunderground.com/sandellas-flatbread-cafe-coming-soon-to-columbus

<b>Crimson Cup Still Growing Strong After 18 Years</b>

By Walker | April 26, 2009 3:15pm

 

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The Crimson Cup store in the Clintonville/Beechwold area has only been open for about a year and a half, but this local company’s roots are actually spread out all across the country and their story goes back nearly 20 years in Columbus. We recently sat down with Anna Harper-Hess of Crimson Cup to learn more about them.

 

MORE: http://www.columbusunderground.com/crimson-cup-still-growing-strong-after-18-years

<b>Jeni’s Ice Creams Now Available at The Hills Market</b>

By Walker | April 27, 2009 8:30am

 

<img src="http://www.columbusunderground.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/jenis-hills.jpg">

 

Starting today, The Hills Market becomes the first grocery store in Ohio to carry Jeni’s Ice Creams. 24 different flavors will be available in individual pints, and the flavors will feature a mix of year-round favorites and some seasonal selections.

 

“We’ve been admirers and shoppers of The Hills Market for years,” said Charly Bauer, co-owner of Jeni’s. “They have a strong commitment to high quality local foods. When they called us to ask about carrying Jeni’s, we said ‘of course!’ We love the Hills Market!”

 

MORE: http://www.columbusunderground.com/jenis-ice-creams-now-available-at-the-hills-market

<b>Pizzeria has right elements for future career, chemical engineer says</b>

Wednesday,  March 25, 2009 12:49 PM

By GARY SEMAN JR.

ThisWeek Staff Writer

 

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Orin Hemminger talks with architect Paul Woodruff inside the building at 892 Oak St. Hemminger plans to open a restaurant, Fozzie's, which will specialize in wood-fired pizzas.

 

If nothing else, Orin Hemminger will have a job when he graduates from college.

 

Studying for his doctorate in chemical engineering at Ohio State University, Hemminger plans to open Fozzie's, a pizzeria, this June in Olde

Town East.

 

He didn't expect to open a pizza joint - he really wants to own a microbrewery - but simply saw a need and wanted to fill it.

 

"I can't get a pizza near my house," Hemminger said. "I have to drive to German Village or the Short North."

 

MORE: http://www.thisweeknews.com/live/content/food/stories/2009/03/25/tabletalk.html?type=rss&cat=&sid=104

<b>Taste of Belgium Coming Soon to the North Market</b>

By Walker | May 1, 2009 2:30pm

 

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Press Release:

 

Belgian waffle and crêpe lovers rejoice! Belgian native Jean-François Flechet will open Taste of Belgium at the south end of the North Market in May. The tale of how Jean-François came to be a waffle-maker is as intriguing as his crispy caramelized waffles are delectable.

 

Jean-François moved to the U.S. more than a decade ago to pursue a doctorate in Economics at the University of Pennsylvania. He eventually ended up in Cincinnati working for a market research company. After working for 5 years and receiving his green card he decided to start his own enterprise developing a vending machine that dispensed hot food. He was back at home visiting family in Belgium and attending a trade show when he was enticed by the familiar smell of Liège waffles. He discovered an older gentleman baking up fresh waffles according to a family tradition some 100+ years old. Jean-François was mesmerized by the process, struck up a rapport with the man and was invited to visit the production facility a few days later in Brussels. Convinced by what he learned (and tasted) Jean- François immediately purchased one of the waffle irons to bring back to the U.S. with him and so began his foray into waffledom.

 

MORE: http://www.columbusunderground.com/taste-of-belgium-coming-soon-to-the-north-market

Tasty stuff!

Casto seeks to ban Soupman from store

Business First of Columbus - by Dan Eaton

Friday, May 22, 2009

 

No soup for who?

 

The Original Soupman chain, which came to Columbus with acclaimed dishes, a prime time TV pedigree and plans for several shops, may be nearing the end of its brief run in the city.

 

Broad & High Development LLC, an affiliate of developer Casto, is suing Original Soupman franchisee Michael-Phillips Restaurant Group LLC, alleging it hasn’t paid rent on its 1,700-square-foot space at Casto’s Broad & High development. Casto seeks to evict the quick-service soup and sandwich chain.

 

“They don’t want to evict the tenant, but after 11 or 12 months of unpaid rent they have no choice,” said Dan Binau, an attorney with Harris McClellan Binau & Cox PLL who is representing Casto.

 

Requests for comment went unanswered at Casto, the Michael-Phillips Restaurant Group and Soup Kitchen International Inc., which is Original Soupman’s parent company based in Linden, N.J.

 

According to Casto’s complaint, filed May 4 in Franklin County Common Pleas Court, Michael-Phillips Restaurant Group owes $65,058 in rent and associated fees. Its monthly rent is $4,583 plus charges for common area maintenance, insurance and other expenses.

 

Casto also is asking for $682,190 in accelerated rent to cover the franchisee’s 10-year lease at 20 N. High St., which started in April 2008.

 

The $22 million Broad & High project opened last year, with 23 condominiums, 25,000 square feet of office space and 9,000 square feet of ground-floor storefronts. Other tenants include Dunkin’ Donuts, Cafe Lola and broadcasting studios for television station WCMH.

 

The Original Soupman chain, whose founder, Al Yeganeh, was the inspiration for the Soup Nazi character on Seinfeld, has a rotating menu of soups, along with salads and sandwiches. The company estimates startup costs at between $89,500 and $301,500 per restaurant, including a $35,000 franchise fee.

 

Michael-Phillips Restaurant Group had planned at least one other restaurant at the Shoppes on Fifth Avenue near Grandview Heights, but developer Kohr Royer Griffith Inc. scuttled those plans. Vice President Paul Bloomfield said the firm had a lease with the Original Soupman franchisee, but canceled it. He declined to say why.

 

http://columbus.bizjournals.com/columbus/stories/2009/05/25/story5.html

<b>Chile Verde Cafe – Revamped, Revisited….Refreshing</b>

Posted by cmhgourmand on May 11, 2009

 

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During my formative dining days in the early 1990’s, Chile Verde was a standard destination. Over time as my options grew my visits decreased. Not much has changed in nineteen years of business at this location and that is a very good thing. Chile Verde has always been known for good, personable service; good margaritas and signature Southwestern entrees.

 

MORE: http://cmhgourmand.com/2009/05/11/chile-verde-cafe-revamped-revisited-refreshing/

<b>Five Guys Opens South Campus Gateway Location</b>

By Walker | May 15, 2009

 

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Five Guys Burgers and Fries continues their expansion into the Columbus market with their second location opening today at the South Campus Gateway.

 

The DC-based chain announced plans last summer to open 20 stores in Central Ohio over the next three to four years. Two more locations have been announced as “coming soon” on the Five Guys website including one at Easton and one on Stringtown Road in Grove City.

 

MORE: http://www.columbusunderground.com/five-guys-opens-south-campus-gateway-location

Yay!

First Bite: Cook Shack BarBQ

Thursday,  May 21, 2009

By G.A. Benton, Columbus Alive

 

Downtowners can get down with a taste of down South during lunchtime now that Cook Shack BarBQ has opened up its Long Street branch.  Positioned along an alleyway, this short place is modest but clean inside, where the scene could best be described as on the nondescript side.  Unless you count the standout scent of wood smoke - and I most certainly do.

 

With a menu scaled back from Cook's flagship Hilliard shop and limited hours, this new location is clearly geared to accommodate the busy weekday lunch rush.  That's no doubt why there's only a few tables and the staff of friendly guys serves up the vittles cafeteria-style. 

 

So if the weather's nice, and it was last Friday, I suggest you load up on Cook's goodies and make the short march to the Statehouse lawn, which affords prime picnic-style perching spots.

 

Cook Shack BarBQ

20 E. Long St., Downtown

614-586-1700

Web: www.cookshackbarbq.com

Hours: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday-Friday

 

Read more at http://www.columbusalive.com/live/content/features/stories/2009/05/21/ca_fo_bite.html?sid=108

<b>Clintonville landmark closing June 1</b>

Friday,  April 10, 2009 4:36 PM

By GARY SEMAN JR.

ThisWeek Staff Writer

 

Nancy's Restaurant, a staple of the Clintonville neighborhood, will close June 1. Faced with mounting debt and medical problems, owner Cindy King said she has no other choice.  "It's done now and it was a hard decision to come to," she said. "All good things have to come to an end."

 

For four decades, Nancy's was known as a comfort-food haven, a refuge for those who liked the camaraderie as much as the meatloaf and chicken and noodles. King bought the business 38 years ago from Nancy Kemmerling, who founded the restaurant about two years before that.

 

MORE: http://www.thisweeknews.com/live/content/clintonville/stories/2009/04/08/restaurant_closing.html?type=rss&cat=&sid=104

Follow up on Nancy's Restaurant in Clintonville...

 

Nancy's closing Monday might be temporary

Family still evaluating situation

Tuesday,  May 26, 2009 - 6:44 PM

By Gary Seman Jr., ThisWeek Staff Writer

 

Per the deadline set by its owner, Nancy's Home Cooking will close on Monday.  The family, however, is optimistic that it will reopen with upgraded equipment and an updated look.  "Our intention is to keep the legacy going, but some issues are out of our hands," said Tracy King McCurry, a niece of restaurant owner Cindy King.

 

The single biggest issue is the HVAC, she said.  The family is waiting for estimates for its repair, which could run between $20,000 and $80,000. If the cost for repair is on the high end, the restaurant will close permanently, McCurry said.  The 30-seat eatery has been a whirlwind of activity since King announced she was leaving the business and closing the doors of Nancy's, which is four decades old.

 

Read more at http://www.thisweeknews.com/live/content/clintonville/stories/2009/05/20/Nancys_update.html?type=rss&cat=&sid=104

New Restaurant Opens in Grandview - Third & Hollywood - Review:

 

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<b>Third and Hollywood in Grandview</b>

By Andrew Hall | May 29, 2009

 

The skinny: This is an MBA’s vision of fine dining, not a foodie’s.

 

Food review or summary first? Hmmm.

 

What I said above really sums it up. The restaurant has the feel and execution of a fine dining restaurant created in a boardroom by MBAs who’ve had no real and personal dining experience. The same relation to crunchy-style joints that Northstar has and the same portable concept. Some of the food was very good, but I have absolutely no desire to return.

 

The space is very nice. Great use of natural lighting with the windows and mirrors on opposite walls. Odd choices like a layout of tractor seats seem to bespeak of what I was told the original concept was.

 

READ MORE: http://www.columbusunderground.com/third-and-hollywood-in-grandview

Gloria's re-opens on Near East Side - Review:

 

<b>Restaurant Review: Gloria’s Soul Food</b>

By crsimp01 | May 27, 2009

 

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The best part about exploring and throwing caution into the wind is the fact that you will find the best places merely by taking a chance or by what would be described as total accident. That was the result of the drive Christine & I took on Saturday and Gloria’s Soul Food, along East Main Street, was our accident.

 

READ MORE: http://www.columbusunderground.com/restaurant-review-glorias-soul-food

<b>Thom’s on Grandview has turned Event-Only</b>

By Walker | May 26, 2009

 

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According to today’s On Restaurants report in the Dispatch, Thom’s on Grandview has closed to the general public and will only be open during special private parties and events. This news comes a year after owner Thom Coffman announced that the restaurant is for sale, and is instead focusing on a major renovation project at the site of his other restaurant, The Clarmont, on South High street.

 

READ MORE: http://www.columbusunderground.com/thoms-on-grandview-has-turned-event-only

Blackwell Restaurant re-launches as "Bistro 2110" - Review:

 

<b>Upscale Campus Bistro Touts Local Ingredients</b>

By Alexandra Kelley | May 22, 2009

 

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At The Blackwell Inn’s Bistro 2110 you won’t find burritos as big as your head, but you might find yourself sitting two tables away from The Ohio State University President Gordon Gee. This happened to my handsome dining companion and I recently when we sampled the restaurant’s new spring menu.

 

Specializing in American, European, and Asian fare, Bistro 2110 offers elegant tablecloth service and unbeatable views of Ohio Stadium in an area more known for Golden Tee and Beer Pong.

 

READ MORE: http://www.columbusunderground.com/upscale-campus-bistro-touts-local-ingredients

Yummm!!!

More than sushi: New in Easton, Edamame designed for quick lunches, leisurely dinners

Tuesday,  June 2, 2009 - 3:09 AM

By Bill Chronister, The Columbus Dispatch

 

 

http://dispatch.com/live/content/business/stories/2009/06/02/rest_0602.ART_ART_06-02-09_A8_VIE204D.html?sid=101

Up on the roof

Tuesday,  June 2, 2009 - 3:09 AM

By Bill Chronister, The Columbus Dispatch

 

Callahan's, a pub at 520 Park St., and its neighbor Benevolence Cafe, at 41 W. Swan St., hope to begin sharing a rooftop patio with great views of Downtown starting the last weekend of June.  But first, Tricia Smith-Langwasser and Rich Langwasser closed the vegan-vegetarian cafe for three weeks starting yesterday to remodel the dining space, reinforce the structure, reposition restrooms and add an indoor stairway.

 

http://dispatch.com/live/content/business/stories/2009/06/02/rest_0602.ART_ART_06-02-09_A8_VIE204D.html?sid=101

Handke’s closing later this month

Business First of Columbus - by Matt Burns

Wednesday, June 3, 2009, 4:30pm EDT

 

The Brewery District’s Handke’s Cuisine will close its doors in less than three weeks after struggling amid a pullback in fine-dining spending, co-owner Tim Phalen said Wednesday.  Phalen, who bought the restaurant last year with his wife, Lorie, said the award-winning restaurant at 520 S. Front Street will shut down June 20 after 18 years in business.  The restaurant was founded by Chef Hartmut Handke.

 

The closing comes several months after business took a 40 percent drop and didn’t bounce back, Phalen said.  An upstairs bar dubbed Encore that the Phalens opened since acquiring the restaurant performed “just fine” but couldn’t prop up its lagging flagship business.  “Fine dining really took a tremendous dive at the end of October and we never really recovered from that,” he said.

 

http://columbus.bizjournals.com/columbus/stories/2009/06/01/daily33.html?surround=lfn

We held an event at Encore (inside Handke's) tonight. Great crowd that came out for a final hurrah, although everyone was sad to see them close. The space will be missed.

 

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