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1. The Pearl - Short North
4.7
Exceptional(5885)
Price: Expensive
• Gastro Pub • Short North - Arena District
Booked 19 times today
Cameron Mitchell’s, The Pearl Short North, is a well-polished culinary jewel that showcases made-from-scratch food, classically inspired cocktails and an exclusive selection of Ales, Lagers & Stouts. All within one cozy tavern. White exposed brick, original hard wood floors, over-sized iron beams and windows that open to High Street complete this unique gastropub, located in the Short North Arts District.
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2. Martini Modern Italian
4.7
Exceptional(4961)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Short North - Arena District
Booked 31 times today
Martini Modern Italian is a vibrant, high energy restaurant featuring timeless Italian techniques, innovative culinary presentations & progressive handcrafted cocktails, all in a sexy, cosmopolitan atmosphere. Located in the Short North Arts District across from the Convention Center, Martini is just minutes away from the Arena District & is open nightly for dinner.
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3. Lincoln Social
4.7
Exceptional(196)
Price: Expensive
• Fusion / Eclectic • Columbus
Booked 11 times today
Guests must be 21 and over to enter at all times.The urban rooftop lounge, located atop the Lincoln building, is the perfect way to enjoy the Columbus skyline. With a retractable roof and a fire pit, this cool rooftop oasis is the ideal spot for guests to sip, savor and surround themselves within the cityscape. Enjoy the sweeping city views with a cocktail in hand, crafted by expert mixologists and stay for a flavorful bite created by the award-winning culinary team. This will be an energetic gathering place complete with an ivy wall to grab the perfect Instagram picture.
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4. Little West Tavern
4.6
Exceptional(252)
Price: Expensive
• American • Columbus
Booked 8 times today
A wood-hearth neighborhood tavern. Inspired by the independent spirit of the West. Little West Tavern features both indoor and outdoor dining.Whether day or night – grab a seat at the bar or tuck away at a table with friends. Offering engaging service, wood-fired select cuts and a range of classic pours. Finding what you want is easy — so come as you are.We are in the City Center DORA zone. Sip and stroll along the Columbus Peninsula. Enjoy a cocktail to-go from Little West Tavern and enjoy the sites of Columbus in your DORA-approved vessel.
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5. Del Mar – Easton
4.7
Exceptional(499)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Easton
Booked 32 times today
Inspired by Mediterranean coastal cuisine, Del Mar features flavors from southern European countries, with a rotating and seasonal made-from-scratch menu that showcases a variety of seafood accompanied by fresh produce, house-made cheeses, rich olive oil and earthy spice blends. Handcrafted cocktails with refreshing flavors will pair perfectly with the dishes and invite guests to relax amongst a scene of lush greenery and European-inspired architecture.
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6. The Pearl - Dublin
4.8
Exceptional(3567)
Price: Moderate
• American • Dublin
Booked 28 times today
The Pearl is a well-polished culinary jewel that showcases made-from-scratch food, classically inspired cocktails and an exclusive selection of Ales, Lagers & Stouts. All within one cozy tavern.All patio seating is weather pending. Any patio booking may be rescheduled as a result of inclement weather. For patio booking details please call the store to speak with manager.
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7. Mezzo - Dublin
4.6
Exceptional(2860)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Dublin
Booked 23 times today
Mezzo Restaurant & Bar, nestled in the heart of Downtown Dublin will be your new neighborhood favorite. Our menu combines the very best Italian inspired dishes including our famous arancini, seasonal salads, flatbreads, delicious pastas and hand-cut steaks & fish. Featuring 3 large patios for outdoor dining and our beautiful modern and cozy indoor dining options with private event spaces too. Our happy hour is the spot to be Monday- Friday & Sunday 4-6pm. Mezzo Restaurant & Bar is a Taste Hospitality Group brand. Taste is locally owned and operated in Columbus, Ohio. Other Taste brands include Hubbard Grille, Wine on High, Creekside Conference & Event Center, and Taste Catering.
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8. Fado Pub & Kitchen
4.6
Exceptional(714)
Price: Moderate
• European • Dublin
Booked 2 times today
At Fado Pub & Kitchen you’ll enjoy delicious European-inspired dishes served to you in a beautiful environment by a talented and caring staff. Our food, cocktail and wine menus borrow from the great food traditions of France, Italy, Spain and, of course, Ireland. It’s where we come from. While the menu is of the highest quality, it is never fancy or pretentious. We guarantee everyone will find something they love.
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9. North High Brewing
4.2
Awesome(442)
Price: Moderate
• Pub • Dublin
Booked 5 times today
North High Brewing serves award winning craft beer and from scratch bites. Located in Historic Dublin and Westerville, North High Brewing is committed to providing a place where the community can gather, relax and celebrate good times together. Either in the winter at our cozy bars and dining rooms, or during the summer on our patios and beer gardens, there's always a seat at the table.

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