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Best Comfort Food Restaurants in Northwest Columbus

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1. Tupelo Honey - Columbus
4.5
Awesome(766)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Southern • Columbus
Booked 37 times today
Tupelo Honey in Columbus is a comfort food haven, as noted in many reviews. Customers rave about the 'delish' Mac & Cheese and the 'good diversity of food selection'. It's described as 'Southern comfort at its best' with 'mouth-watering food'. The vibe is cozy and the staff friendly, creating a welcoming environment that makes you feel 'very taken care of'.
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2. Cap City Fine Diner & Bar - Dublin
4.6
Exceptional(4528)
Price: Moderate
• American • Dublin
Booked 83 times today
Cap City Fine Diner & Bar in Dublin offers a comforting and relaxed dining experience. Its menu features recognizable favorites like meatloaf with unique twists, as well as trendy dishes with big flavors. Reviewers rave about the 'homey food,' 'great atmosphere,' and 'excellent service'. They also highlight the restaurant's 'great food and atmosphere' and 'comfortable setting', making it a favorite spot for comfort food.
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3. Gallo's Kitchen
4.8
Exceptional(1121)
Price: Expensive
• Creole • Upper Arlington
Booked 35 times today
Gallo's Kitchen & Bar features Creole and Italian cuisine. The restaurant's atmosphere is comfortable and friendly, providing a casual yet memorable dining experience. Head Chef, Tommy Gallo's culinary linage has ties to some of the best chefs of New Orleans. Offering a menu comprising of entrées, appetizers, sandwiches, soup and salads, providing fresh and flavorsome meals.Popular dishes include Seafood Creole, The Daily Sautéed Fish, Ohio Proud Filet Mignon, Gumbo with rice, Chicken Etouffee, Pasta Russo Bolognese, Gallo's House Marinara, and Gallo's. The Daily Specials consists of creations by the restaurant's chefs. It's based on fresh fish, seasonal produce and local beef to provide customers with a unique dining experience. Gallo's Kitchen also has a bar area known for an expansive wine list, featuring 24 glass pours and over 30 additional bottle listings. The bar also in known for craft cocktails and premium draft and bottled beers.
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4. Rusty Bucket - Hilliard
4.8
Exceptional(299)
Price: Moderate
• American • Northwest Columbus
Booked 7 times today
Rusty Bucket is a casual neighborhood tavern serving the highest quality food and beverage in a “come as you are” setting. Scratch kitchens, fresh cocktails, and the perfect pour are our craft. Our associates are welcoming, and our hospitality naturally makes us the local hub where friends and family frequently gather to share in a good time.
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5. Houlihan's - Upper Arlington
4.5
Awesome(1190)
Price: Moderate
• American • Upper Arlington
Booked 23 times today
Houlihan's in Upper Arlington is a comfort food hotspot because it offers a menu that's dependable and always delicious. Reviewers rave about the 'tasty food' and 'great atmosphere', and they've praised the quality of the ingredients and the variety of menu items. One reviewer said they had a 'wonderful dining experience', and another mentioned they enjoyed a 'great Thanksgiving meal'. It's a place where you can enjoy a great conversation along with a meal that's cooked from scratch and made from quality ingredients.
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6. Rusty Bucket - Arlington
4.7
Exceptional(340)
Price: Moderate
• American • Upper Arlington
Booked 14 times today
Rusty Bucket is a casual neighborhood tavern serving the highest quality food and beverage in a “come as you are” setting. Scratch kitchens, fresh cocktails, and the perfect pour are our craft. Our associates are welcoming, and our hospitality naturally makes us the local hub where friends and family frequently gather to share in a good time.
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7. Hank's Low Country Seafood & Raw Bar
4.6
Exceptional(416)
Price: Expensive
• Low Country • Columbus
Booked 56 times today
Hank’s is a classic institution that emanates the charm and warmth of Southern Hospitality. We are dedicated to preserving the culinary heritage of the low country and fostering a convivial atmosphere where guests can feel at ease and fully savor their dining experience. Our long-standing reputation for excellence and commitment to quality have made us a beloved destination for locals and visitors alike, and we invite all to become part of the Hank’s family and experience the spirit and tradition that have kept us thriving for over 25 years.
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8. Cap City Fine Diner & Bar - Grandview
4.8
Exceptional(6922)
Price: Moderate
• American • Grandview Heights
Booked 81 times today
Cap City Fine Diner & Bar is described as a place where you can enjoy comfort food in an upscale atmosphere. Reviews consistently praise the 'brilliant comfort food' and 'elevated comfort food' that the restaurant serves. The menu features recognizable favorites like meatloaf with unexpected twists and large, showstopper-sized desserts. It's a place that makes you feel cozy and comfortable, offering a variety of food options and great service.
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9. Service Bar
4.6
Exceptional(645)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Short North - Arena District
Booked 1 time today
Humbly innovative. Fueled by a passion to draw deeper connections between food and spirits, Service Bar delivers an experience that is refreshingly innovative, much of that due to carefully placed hints of nostalgic flavors and techniques. Housed in Middle West Spirits, one of Ohio’s first craft distilleries, the stunning main dining room is both intimate in size and lively in energy.Full dinner service is available first-come first-serve at the main bar, and by reservation at a variety of smaller individual tables that accommodate 2-6 guests.
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10. The Whitney House
4.6
Exceptional(2188)
Price: Moderate
• American • Worthington
Booked 18 times today
Located in downtown Old Worthington, The Whitney House serves made from scratch, refined yet rustic, American comfort food. We utilize fresh and local ingredients and constantly look for new and innovative ways to serve our community.The Whitney House pays homage to the homes and kitchens in our past that welcomed all, treated everyone like family and offered drinks and food made with love.We opened the Whitney House because we love our mothers. Our menu is based on the glory days of Sunday dinners when the entire family would pile into the dining room (and the living room if we ran out of chairs) to sit, catch up and enjoy a delicious meal together.We want for you to feel at home when you stop by the Whitney House. We are looking forward to serving you!We offer Happy Hour Tuesday-Friday 4-6pm in our TavernOur patio is open and is sat on a first come, first serve basis and weather permitting.

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  • Jennifer
    Columbus •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    The sweet and spicy chicken and waffles - so tasty and satisfying. Can’t go wrong with any of the chicken dishes. The “Biscuits for a Cause” aid Tupelo employees in need - a worthy cause, indeed.
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    Tupelo Honey - ColumbusPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Southern• Columbus
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    4.5
  • Mary Annvip
    Columbus •62 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We took relatives visiting from out of state to Houlihan’s for lunch, and they all loved it — from our 6-year-old grandson to our 11-year-old niece to her parents. We heard rave reviews from all of them about all the food they ate! And Houlihan’s remains one of our favorite restaurants for great food and good, personable service.
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    Houlihan's - Upper ArlingtonPrice: Moderate• American• Upper Arlington
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    4.5
  • Mike
    Columbus •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Delicious food - able to change ingredients in Cobb salad. Our server Samantha was excellent. Easily accommodated our wheelchair.
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    Rusty Bucket - HilliardPrice: Moderate• American• Northwest Columbus
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    4.8
  • Trevor
    Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Amazing experience !! Food was delicious. Our server was super friendly. Just a little cramped in the all season room and the heaters weren’t all working. Still a great time, will be back.
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    Cap City Fine Diner & Bar - DublinPrice: Moderate• American• Dublin
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    4.6
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    Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Maybe my favorite restaurant in the Columbus area. Wonderful experience every time I dine here. Certainly not your run of the mill downtown chain restaurant. Great neighborhoood restaurant with amazing food and top-notch service. Menu has everything from sandwiches, to pasta, to phenomenal seafood and steaks. Great wine selection, really nice hand crafted cocktails. Always has a great bar crowd, or you can choose a more intimate cozy booth. I'd call this place a hidden gem, but it's always busy, so the word is clearly out.
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    Gallo's KitchenPrice: Expensive• Creole• Upper Arlington
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    4.8

Discover best comfort food restaurants in Northwest Columbus

Discover the heartwarming allure of comfort food in Northwest Columbus, where local eateries excel in creating dishes that feel like a hug on a plate. In this vibrant area, a diverse range of restaurants serve up hearty, soul-satisfying comfort food that perfectly blends traditional flavors with modern twists. Each establishment in this locale prides itself on using fresh, quality ingredients to craft meals that remind you of home, yet surprise your palate with innovative touches. The dining scene in Northwest Columbus is characterized by its friendly, laid-back atmosphere, making it a perfect spot for both casual meals and special gatherings. Whether you're craving creamy mac and cheese, succulent fried chicken, or a steaming bowl of chili, you'll find a restaurant here that feels just right. These restaurants not only emphasize great food but also focus on creating a welcoming environment where every meal is served with a smile. Step into any of these establishments to experience a true taste of comfort, right in the heart of Northwest Columbus.

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