A brand new Italian restaurant just opened in Olde Towne East, and with sandwiches this good and a vibe this cool, Osteria Pizzeria is instantly one of Columbus’ restaurants on the rise.
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The Blue Danube Is Back, Baby — Columbus’ Beloved Dive Bar Quietly Reopened After 7 Years
After closing in 2018, the historic Blue Danube bar in Columbus has quietly reopened its doors. Here’s what’s new, what’s stayed the same, and why it STILL feels like home.
This Historic Central Ohio Bakery is Opening a Second Location
The sweet aroma of one of Columbus’ most prized bakeries is about to waft through the air in Gahanna.
NEW: This Brand New East Side Bagel Shop Is Bringing Back a Columbus Classic
Marx Bagels, a Cincinnati favorite with ties to Block’s Bagels, just opened a new location on the East Side of Columbus. Here’s why this Kosher bagel shop is already winning over local bagel lovers.
RIP Apollo’s: Another OSU Staple Gone Forever
Photo courtesy of Dominic Allie Well… it finally happened. Apollo’s Greek Kitchen, the iconic late-night lifeline for countless Ohio State students, has officially closed its doors. No announcement. No farewell post. Just quietly… gone. And if you’ve ever stumbled up...
BREAKING: Char Bar, Columbus’ Most Famous Dive Bar, Is Officially Reopening!
Char Bar, Columbus’ most iconic dive bar, is officially reopening on April 3rd, 2024. Here’s everything you need to know about the return of this haunted, historic local favorite.
Cakes, Cookies, and Crooks: How This Small Columbus Bakery Was Defrauded — And How You Can Help Them Fight Back
A beloved Columbus bakery known for its stunning custom cakes and cookies was defrauded by their financial management company. Here’s how they’re fighting back — and how you can help support them.
The Fall of Columbus’ Favorite Bagel Joint
Block’s Bagels, Columbus’ beloved bagel shop, has closed, but its legacy isn’t gone. Marx Bagels, a bagel shop with deep ties to the Block family, is taking over the space. Here’s what you need to know about the transition from Block’s Bagels to Marx Bagels in Columbus.
NEW: This Incredible Columbus Sushi Restaurant Just Opened a New Location
Columbus’s viral sushi spot, Oishii Japanese Bistro, just opened a new location with more seating, an expanded menu, and patio dining. Could this be the best sushi in Columbus?
Breaking All the Rules: USA Today named this Columbus Restaurant One of the Best Restaurants in America
USA Today just named it one of the best restaurants in America, but Agni breaks all the rules of fine dining.
Forced to Close, Forgotten in Plain Sight — Columbus’s Most Beautiful Restaurant Is Now Wasting Away
Was it really necessary to push out one of Columbus’s most scenic restaurants just for the building to go unused?
Char Bar Is Coming Back: Confusion, Chaos, and a Happy Ending
After our initial report, we received an update directly from Diana Gordon, the bar’s owner, and now it’s time to set the record straight.
Farewell to a Columbus Dive Bar Legend: Is Char Bar Gone for Good?
Spoiler alert: Char Bar is coming back!
This Beloved Central Ohio Sandwich Spot has Abruptly Closed, and the Community is Devastated
There’s nothing like finding the perfect sandwich spot, and there’s nothing worse than losing that spot, knowing you’ll never taste those perfect flavors again.
5 Columbus Staples That Closed Their Doors in 2024 (That We Already Miss So Badly)
Let’s take a walk down memory lane to honor five Columbus classics that closed their doors in 2024, leaving a void we’re still trying to fill.
Why This Beloved Columbus Diner Means So Much More After Founder’s Passing
Any day Tommy stopped by your table while you scarfed down his famous gyro or a stack of pancakes became a day you would not soon forget.
Katalina’s Columbus’ Most Famous Breakfast Spot Featured on Diners, Drive-Ins, & Dives Just Opened a New Location
Katalina’s, the Columbus breakfast spot known for its Pancake Balls, was just featured on Triple-D and is opening a new Bexley location imminently!
Will This Be the Restaurant that Finally Survives the Most Cursed Location in Central Ohio?
How many times have you driven past a plaza or a building and thought “wait… when did THAT restaurant take over this spot?” That’s the case here!
New Short North Restaurant Alert: Asian Fusion Restaurant Coming Soon
Photo courtesy of The Wood Companies on Instagram If you’ve strolled through the Short North recently, you may have noticed a brand-new storefront gearing up for its grand opening. But what exactly is it? Introducing 698 Asian Kitchen, a soon-to-open restaurant with a...
How Columbus Chef Avishar Barua is Making National Headlines (Again)
Columbus Chef Avishar Barua is no stranger to the spotlight, and bon appétit is now singing his praises.
This 60 Year Old Ohio State Staple is Closing For a New Housing Development
Ohio State fans, students, and alumni—grab your tissues and raise your glasses, because this one stings.