Celebrate local during Dine Originals Week (and win a gift certificate!)
By Irene Alvarez, Marketing Project Manager
Photo: The Elevator
Dine Originals Week returns!
Mark your calendar to dine out March 8-14, when the 40 locally owned restaurants of Dine Originals Columbus will offer 7 days of original menus .
Aside from being delicious, Dine Originals Week menus are specially priced at $10.10, $20.10 or $30.10. A portion of the proceeds will support the education programs of Local Matters , a Central Ohio nonprofit that works to make local, healthy food accessible to everyone in our community.
Reservations are strongly encouraged, so go on and make one. Or two. Three?
There is no better time to support the local food scene and visit an old favorite or try something new.
A giveaway! Win a $50 Dine Originals Columbus gift certificate
To celebrate Dine Originals Week, we have a $50 gift certificate to give away to one lucky reader. It’s redeemable at any Dine Originals Columbus restaurant.
To enter, comment on this post and list at least one Dine Originals Columbus restaurant that you plan to visit during Dine Originals Week.
You can check out the full roster of Dine Originals Week menus here . If you’re familiar with Columbus restaurants, I think you’ll agree that this is an amazing lineup of some of Central Ohio’s best fare.
You must comment by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 26 . After that time, we’ll select one random commenter to win.
UPDATE: The entry period has ended. Congratulations to our winner, Cory (#21)!
Tags: Dine Originals, Dine Originals Week, restaurants
February 25th, 2010 at 3:43 pm
My new years resolution was to buy, eat, play locally! This has worked well because we are discovering some great eateries! My favorite area restaurant right now is Betty’s Fine Food & Spirits.
February 25th, 2010 at 3:44 pm
Barcelona. Their hummus is to die for… seriously.
February 25th, 2010 at 3:46 pm
I agree with Marie- Betty’s is a place great to eat! I love their Frank’s Red Hot Chicken. I wish I was able to go out and eat more!
February 25th, 2010 at 3:52 pm
Barcelona! I’ve been wanting to try it again. Only been there once.
February 25th, 2010 at 3:54 pm
We’re going to try Mezzo! Looking forward to going to a new (for us) Italian place!!
February 25th, 2010 at 3:56 pm
So many great local places on that list — can’t wait to try a new one! But I definitely will be stopping by Mezzo in Gahanna. We threw my mom a surprise birthday party in their private dining room, and everything was wonderful! Beautiful decor, great food and outstanding service!
February 25th, 2010 at 3:56 pm
Wow! Of those listed I’ve only been to Worthington Inn! Heard great things word-of-mouth about: Surly Girl Saloon, Alanas, Bodega, and Columbus Brewing Factory. But, I think I’d like to start out by trying out The Refectory!
February 25th, 2010 at 3:58 pm
I’m dreaming of using this gift card at Barcelona during restaurant week!
February 25th, 2010 at 4:02 pm
Banana Bean b/c I have been dying to go there!
February 25th, 2010 at 4:16 pm
I am overdue for a trip to Alana’s… and looking forward to trying DeepWood!
February 25th, 2010 at 4:18 pm
I’m totally going to the Press Grill that week - one of my favorites, and such a great deal!
February 25th, 2010 at 4:23 pm
Barcelona! It’s my guilty (or not so guilty) pleasure :o)
February 25th, 2010 at 4:30 pm
Already have reservations for Black Creek!
February 25th, 2010 at 4:33 pm
Banana bean! It is one of my favorites!!!
February 25th, 2010 at 4:42 pm
That G. Michael’s menu looks pretty fab. They’re definitely a Columbus gem.
February 25th, 2010 at 5:03 pm
Using Dine Originals Week as an excuse to introduce my husband to Alana’s and Katzinger’s Deli. Who knows what else we’ll do that week. I seriously love Dine Originals Week!
February 25th, 2010 at 5:19 pm
Press Grill
February 25th, 2010 at 5:33 pm
Locavores unite! It’s hard to pick a favorite from the list - from Black Creek, Deep Woods, Alana’s, G. Michael’s, L’Antibes to the Lessner Dynasty properties (Betty’s, Tip Top, Surly Girl and more), to my favorite local history-rich brewery, the Elevator, to closer to home at Gahanna’s Mezzo….a huge wealth of culinary talent is represented right here in our own city. No need to hop a plane for an amazing gourmet evening out!
To pick just one is almost cruel - but we have yet to visit the Refectory, Z. Cucina or Luce Enoteca. So one of those is the next yummy experience! Maybe, just maybe the Inn at Cedar Falls could be quite the getaway!
February 25th, 2010 at 5:34 pm
That crab manicotti from The Elevator looks good - I think I’ll start there!
February 25th, 2010 at 5:42 pm
Rigbys and Alanas!
February 25th, 2010 at 5:42 pm
Z Cucina!
February 25th, 2010 at 5:49 pm
Going to the Refectory.
February 25th, 2010 at 5:55 pm
Barcelona, because we got engaged in Schiller Park when it was -25F and they gave us hot chocolate to warm us up and celebrate!
February 25th, 2010 at 5:56 pm
The Top and Barcelona. Yum!
February 25th, 2010 at 6:04 pm
Can’t wait! It will give me an excuse to go back to Due Amici… but then again, do you really need an excuse?!
February 25th, 2010 at 6:10 pm
I”m thinking betty’s…..yum
February 25th, 2010 at 6:33 pm
Tutto Vino. It’s such a great relaxed atmosphere with just the kind of wines I like.
February 25th, 2010 at 6:51 pm
Barrio… because I’ve heard it’s amazing and I’ve never been! :)
February 25th, 2010 at 6:51 pm
I’d really like to try G. Michaels, so I’m glad they’re doing Dine Originals week.
February 25th, 2010 at 7:08 pm
I love restaurant week and will use the opportunity to try DeepWood for the first time!
February 25th, 2010 at 7:09 pm
Can’t wait to introduce our friends to Barrio - the atmosphere is equally pleasing as the food!
February 25th, 2010 at 7:41 pm
After reading nearly EVERY menu on the list, I am going to stick with my favorite atmosphere in town: Surly Girl Saloon. I see the chance to try a few things I haven’t yet savored!
February 25th, 2010 at 7:45 pm
Would definitely like to try out Alana’s!
February 25th, 2010 at 8:17 pm
I’ve been wanting to try Wildflower Cafe on Indianola for a long time. I drive by it all the time and heard great things from a friend a few weeks ago. I also LOVE Tip Top - the best sweet potato fries ever.
February 25th, 2010 at 8:45 pm
It wouldn’t be Restaurant Week without a trip to Alana’s, although I’d like to try Luce this time around as well. Thanks!
February 26th, 2010 at 8:43 am
We will definitely be heading out to the Banana Bean Cafe– we’ve only been once and can’t wait to head back!
February 26th, 2010 at 8:58 am
I’ve never been to Worthington Inn… I’ve driven past at least 897 times but have not eaten there-yet!
February 26th, 2010 at 9:01 am
Mmmmmmm…Due Amici!!
February 26th, 2010 at 9:23 am
The Bexley Monk. :-)
February 26th, 2010 at 9:29 am
Spinelli’s Deli - I could eat nothing but Philly Beefy Buttles Sandwiches for lunch forever. I’ve also wanted to try Basi forever - their menu looks fantastic!
February 26th, 2010 at 9:36 am
From the fantastic pizza to the fabulous pasta, Figlio is a favorite! (not to mention their incredible staff!) Local at it’s finest!
February 26th, 2010 at 9:41 am
I haven’t tried Banana Bean yet, so that’s on my short list!
February 26th, 2010 at 9:45 am
The Top on Tuesday and Cotters on Wednesday!
February 26th, 2010 at 9:59 am
Looking forward to it! I already have reservations for Mezzo and Barcelona! Yum!
February 26th, 2010 at 10:09 am
Mmmm… I’m definitely due for a return visit to Barcelona!
February 26th, 2010 at 10:12 am
I wish I could visit them all!!! I already have plans to visit Basi, L’Antibe, The Refectory, Alana’s and Deep Wood. I live for restaurant week!
February 26th, 2010 at 10:15 am
Yum!! So many to choose from! We never miss Barcelona - great atmosphere, food, and service!
February 26th, 2010 at 10:31 am
Alana’s and Black Bean Cafe! Oh, this would make me so happy. It might even make up for February in Columbus.
February 26th, 2010 at 10:33 am
Being new to Columbus, a lot of these restaurants are on my list of places to try. I think we’ll definitely visit Barcelona because I’ve heard such great things and it’s at the top of my list!
February 26th, 2010 at 10:49 am
Banana Bean and/or Deep Wood. Those are among the last on my list of restaurants to try that I haven’t been to yet since moving here, and their Restaurant Week menus sound delicious!
February 26th, 2010 at 11:09 am
The Columbus Brewing Company, though not sure whether I will have the Orange Glazed Atlantic Salman or the Sausage and Pepper Linguini. Definately know I will have some good beer.
February 26th, 2010 at 11:29 am
Been too long since I was last at The Elevator and The Columbus Brewing Co. Flip a coin or go to both?
February 26th, 2010 at 11:33 am
I’m planning to try Press Grill and Mezzo Italian. Last year I went to Surly Girl and now it’s one of my favorite places in Columbus! Dine Originals Week is the perfect way to start off March and spring!
February 26th, 2010 at 11:38 am
That’s a hard decision, but I would love to try Barcelona.
February 26th, 2010 at 12:05 pm
I’d really like to try Barrio and DeepWood. The both sound scrumptious.
February 26th, 2010 at 12:23 pm
Press Grill- I’ve been wanting to go there!
February 26th, 2010 at 12:30 pm
Deepwood, my favorite restaurant in Columbus!
February 26th, 2010 at 12:31 pm
I would like to check out Barcelona and Vino Vino.
February 26th, 2010 at 12:40 pm
Definitely Barcelona! Love It!
February 26th, 2010 at 12:43 pm
Barcelona’s is my pick - heard lots of great reviews and would love to go out for dinner there soon!!!
February 26th, 2010 at 12:44 pm
Columbus Brewing Company all the way! I love that place!
February 26th, 2010 at 12:46 pm
Figlio! Hands down! Yum!
February 26th, 2010 at 12:57 pm
Cotters and Basi Italia!!!
February 26th, 2010 at 1:01 pm
Cotters and Trattoria Roma for sure! I love restaurant week!
February 26th, 2010 at 1:30 pm
Mezzo Italian Kitchen and Wine. Hey Columbus, please stop snowing.
February 26th, 2010 at 1:45 pm
Oooh, I know I’ll be enjoying the Banana Bean Cafe’s lobster hash!
February 26th, 2010 at 1:46 pm
Barcelona and Elevator. I love both those places!
February 26th, 2010 at 2:38 pm
I have to pick just one? DO week is like Christmas! Bettys, Surly Girl, Barcelona, Due Amici…
February 26th, 2010 at 2:41 pm
I’m hoping to visit The Refectory for the very first time!
February 26th, 2010 at 2:41 pm
Looking forward to trying Barcelona…haven’t been there yet!
February 26th, 2010 at 2:41 pm
I’d like to try the Columbus Brewing Company or Luce Enoteca
February 26th, 2010 at 2:45 pm
Vino Vino is always great
February 26th, 2010 at 3:16 pm
I am excited to visit L’Antibes! I’ve never been, but have heard wonderful things.
February 26th, 2010 at 3:18 pm
I’d like to try Barcelona
February 26th, 2010 at 3:23 pm
We’re going to try the Elevator after doing the Columbus Landmarks “Bar Tour” on Thursday. Too much fun for one night, but I’ll take it!
February 26th, 2010 at 3:24 pm
This ‘curly girl’ would love to visit Surly Girl!
February 26th, 2010 at 3:24 pm
Everyone’s talkin’ about Barcelona, I’ll have to check it out!
February 26th, 2010 at 3:27 pm
One of my favie weeks of the year for food!
Think I’ll visit some of my favorite spots, like Surly Girl, Bodega and Press Grill.
I’d love to try a few new places, too, like The Top, Basi Italia and revisit the Elevator and Banana Bean.
February 26th, 2010 at 3:29 pm
Z. Cucina was a wonderful treat! Will do again soon!
February 26th, 2010 at 3:35 pm
I’m going to a restaurant that I’ve never been but have always wanted to… The Top Steakhouse!
February 26th, 2010 at 3:36 pm
*** Barrio Tapas! I love that place! ***
I watched my friend fall in love with an empanada last week, so it’s a must to return this week! :)
February 26th, 2010 at 3:37 pm
Trattoria Roma is one of our favorite romantic restaurants.
February 26th, 2010 at 3:38 pm
What an awesome idea. I hope its successful!!
I’ll be going to Surly Girl Saloon.
February 26th, 2010 at 3:39 pm
I LOVE to try new places and have never heard of Barcelona till reading these posts…..now I am absolutely going to have to try it!!!
February 26th, 2010 at 3:40 pm
Luce Enoteca!!
February 26th, 2010 at 3:46 pm
I love so many of the restaurants on the list! I think a visit to Barcelona and Press Grill are musts!
February 26th, 2010 at 3:51 pm
I would love to go back to The Top…great restaurant!!
February 26th, 2010 at 3:55 pm
Surly Girl Saloon, for sure — the “slap your bottom red bean hummus” is a must!
February 26th, 2010 at 3:57 pm
Due Amici, Have always loved the food there. Will have to check out some of the places I haven’t been to either
February 26th, 2010 at 4:03 pm
Third and Hollywood. From the folks who brought you Northstar.
February 26th, 2010 at 4:09 pm
I keep reading everyone post nice things about Barcelona - so now it’s on my ‘must try’ list!
February 26th, 2010 at 4:23 pm
Tip top… I have heard so many great things about this place and never make it downtown to go there. This is my excuse!
February 26th, 2010 at 4:25 pm
I’ve been wanting to try the Refectory for a while now, always hear great things about the food.
February 26th, 2010 at 4:32 pm
4:30 has come and gone! I’m here to announce the winner, which we just chose at random (with help from random.org):
Congratulations to #21: Cory!
Cory, I’m about to send you an email with details on how to redeem your prize.
And thanks to everyone who entered - enjoy Dine Originals Week!
February 27th, 2010 at 5:26 pm
G. Michaels and Z Cucina are duking it out in my head!
March 2nd, 2010 at 6:23 pm
The Top Steakhouse-Yum, love the french onion soup
July 6th, 2010 at 8:49 am
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