Columbus is a foodie city recognized as having one of the best culinary scenes by Condé Nast Traveler’s 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards, AFAR and Food & Wine. We’re home to several James Beard Awards semifinalists and the Best U.S. Restaurant Bar, Cobra, according to Tales of the Cocktail Foundation’s Spirited Awards. Many favorite flavors and brands known nationally started right here, from Cameron Mitchell Restaurants to Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams. Whether you want to check out one of the top food halls in the country with your family, enjoy a date night downtown or toast to the weekend with friends at one of our rooftop bars, we’ve got a spot for you.