What's New in Downtown Columbus

There's always something new to explore in the fastest-growing city in the U.S. Whether we're unveiling new top-notch attractions or restaurant concepts at the top of the food chain, you'll be asking yourself, "Can all of this really exist in one city?" Yes, Columbus.

Here’s your guide to the best new places to visit in Ohio’s capital city! See something we missed? Let us know here.

The main dining room at Metsi's. Source: Jordan Posner for Metsi's Wood-Fired Italian.

RESTAURANTS IN COLUMBUS

Columbus is seeing an influx of exciting new food and beverage concepts. Here's the scoop.

RECENTLY OPENED

• Metsi's: From Chef BJ Lieberman, Metsi's is a Wood-Fired Italian Restaurant located in the former Hireath space in the Short North.
• Isla: From Chef Andrew Smith, Isla is an intimate dining experience serving a tasting menu in the heart of Merion Village.
• ZC Tea House and Yoru: ZC Tea House offers an explorative menu of Japanese teas and pastries. Just recently, they've added ZC Yoru, serving up Asian small plates.
• OSAKA TON KOTSU: If you love Tonkatsu, a hearty, satisfying dish which originated in Japan, then you have to head to this new concept. 

COMING SOON

• Rosalita: Highly regarded chef and creative mind behind Veritas and Speck, Josh Dalton is bringing a Mexican restaurant to Gay and High Street district.

Tacita Dean: Blind Folly, on display at the Columbus Museum of Art beginning Oct. 8.

ART IN COLUMBUS

New art and arts experiences are popping up all over town. Here's a list of things to add to your itinerary.

• New Art Galleries at Gay & High:
  • Brandt Gallery and Pecha Projects
  • Chaos Contemporary Craft
  • Lindsay Gallery
• Columbus Museum of Art Fall Exhibitions:
  • Tacita Dean: Blind Folly
  • Artemisia Gentileschi: Naples to Beirut
• Wexner Center for the Arts Exhibitions:
  • Eric N. Mack: All the Oohs, and the Aahs
  • Nanette Carter: Afro Sentinels
• New Public Art in the Short North: This year, the Short North Arts District welcomed five new public art pieces ranging from mosaics to murals with pieces by Virginia Kistler, Andrew Hendrixson, Dr Steve Art, Andrea Myers and Shepard Fairey. 

Hand-crafted skincare. Source: Restalgic Atelier.

ATTRACTIONS, RETAIL, EVENTS & THINGS TO DO IN COLUMBUS

There are new experiences and events to explore this season! Check out our list of can't-miss things to do. 

• Restalgic: An Atelier and pottery studio specializing in hand-crafted skincare and upscale home goods.
• 614Sole: From 22-year-old Columbus native, Hawken Holm, comes 614Sole, a stylish new retail store on Front Street specializing in new and pre-owned sneakers, apparel, and luxury accessories.
• Evolverie Clothing: The second location of this Worthington-based boutique just expanded to downtown! Shop for sustainable women's clothing and accessories down the street from your favorite restaurants. 
• Artisans &: A new location for home furnishings and decor celebrating the "art of living beautifully."

COMING SOON

• Prototype: The Experiential Museum: Prototype will open in Columbus this year, promising a "supersensory" experience driven by curiosity. 

Get out and explore Columbus’ newest experiences and share your memories with us using #yesColumbus.