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.
Cafe Stai Manso, a new coffee trailer, is now open in the Warehouse District. Photo by Meg Berno.
NEW RESTAURANTS IN COLUMBUS
Columbus is seeing an influx of exciting new food and beverage concepts. Here's the scoop.
RECENTLY OPENED
- Brass Eye at The Junto just launched its Secret Garden pop-up, featuring a creative cocktail menu among botanical elements.
- Matcha Me, a beloved University District favorite, expanded to a second location in the Short North.
- Cafe Stai Manso coffee trailer made its debut in Columbus' Warehouse District, just outside of Ebb & Float.
- Lani Rooftop Lounge, Powell's newest rooftop bar, offers tapas and elevated cocktails.
- Losanti Steakhouse landed in Columbus this spring, offering refined, Italian-inspired dishes in Franklinton.
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.
- Amara: Another concept from Josh Dalton, Amara will be a modern Mediterranean concept opening right on the Scioto Mile near Bicentennial Park.
- Cordial Cocktail Club (formerly known as The Bottle Shop) is opening on June 8 and welcoming guests back for an even more elevated experience.
"She Moves with Color", mural by Mandi Caskey. Courtesy of the Short North Alliance.
NEW 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 Public Art in the Short North:
- She Moves with Color mural by Mandi Caskey, a.k.a. Miss Birdy
- Columbus Museum of Art Summer Exhibition:
- Wexner Center for the Arts Exhibition:
- New Art Galleries at Gay & High:
Prototype, courtesy of Roto.
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.
- Prototype: From Roto comes Prototype, an experimental museum where guests impact the direction of the visitor experience.
- Maker's Market: The first Friday of each month, East Market in the Historic Trolley District celebrates Maker's Market, featuring five local businesses with items for sale, a featured Maker's Mark cocktail and whiskey flights at Switch, the onsite Speakeasy.
- Joyfest: Head to the newly reimagined Joyfest at Columbus Commons on June 6. Presented by Zora's House, Joyfest is a market featuring women-of-color-owned businesses exclusively.
- Restalgic: An Atelier and pottery studio specializing in hand-crafted skincare and upscale home goods.
- Artisans &: A new location for home furnishings and decor celebrating the "art of living beautifully."
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