Neighborhoods

Polaris

Polaris Columbus is the north I-71 retail and office node built around Polaris Fashion Place and the parkway restaurants that feed shoppers, office workers, and hotel guests. It is not a historic neighborhood with porch gossip; it is a destination people drive to for shopping, chain dining, movie nights, and easy parking when downtown feels like too much work on a weeknight.

For things to do in Polaris, start with Polaris Fashion Place, then decide whether the night stays on the parkway or continues toward Powell or Delaware. Openings along Polaris Parkway also show up in news when national brands test the corridor or when a prepared-meal shop expands north of 270. It is built for cars first; budget time for garage exits after big shopping weekends and holiday lights.

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Best Of picks in Polaris

Players on the glowing grid floor at Activate Games Columbus
2026 Finalist

Photo: Activate Games

Activate Games

Interactive challenge rooms Polaris Best Entertainment Venues

Timed interactive challenge rooms at Polaris for groups who want movement, puzzles, and a workout disguised as a game night.

8735 Lyra Drive, Columbus, OH 43240

Why was this picked?

  • Timed rooms that keep energy high
  • Active play without a pure gym script
  • Polaris cluster for food before or after

Checked Oct 31, 2026, owner site and menu

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Family at a prize wheel on the Dave & Buster’s arcade midway
2026 Finalist

Photo: Dave and Buster's

Dave and Buster's

Arcade and sports bar Polaris Best Entertainment Venues

A Polaris arcade and sports-bar floor for groups who want familiar games, screens, and a menu that can feed a large table.

1554 Polaris Parkway, Unit 206, Columbus, OH 43240

Why was this picked?

  • High game volume for large groups
  • Sports-bar seating when half the table wants screens
  • Polaris backup when specialty venues are booked

Checked Oct 31, 2026, owner site and menu

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Things to Do in Polaris

Polaris Fashion Place

Polaris

Polaris Fashion Place

A major north-side fashion mall with department anchors and a long list of national brands. When you need efficient retail coverage in one climate-controlled trip, Polaris is the practical Columbus play.
Topgolf Columbus

Polaris

Topgolf Columbus

Climate-controlled hitting bays, Toptracer scoring, and a full menu near Polaris. Book a bay for up to six players when you want a date that doubles as a low-pressure group night out.

News in Polaris

Grassy cloverleaf ramp curving off Polaris Parkway toward I-71 under a clear blue sky, with an office building on the left
OpeningsPolaris

Trader Joe's Files for Beer and Wine Permit at Polaris Store

The planned store #889 at 2109 Ikea Way is on Monday's Columbus council agenda for carryout beer and wine. Status: Permit filed.

Bart Rian1 min read
Assorted Mikey's Late Night Slice pizzas on metal trays
OpeningsPolaris

Mikey's Late Night Slice Opens at Polaris Galaxy

The local late-night pizza chain lists 2136 Ikea Way for pizza and bar orders. Status: Open.

Bart Rian2 min read
Assorted bagels from The Lox Bagel Shop
OpeningsPolaris

The Lox Bagel Shop Plans Second Location at Galaxy Near Polaris

Owner Kevin Crowley is taking the Short North hybrid bagels to 2140 Ikea Way this fall inside the Galaxy development.

Bart Rian2 min read
Valencia Latin Bakery storefront sign and glass entry at 8675 Sancus Blvd in Polaris
OpeningsPolaris

Valencia Latin Bakery Brings Colombian and Venezuelan Pastries to Polaris

The Muñoz family behind Cilantro Latin Fusion soft-opened at 8675 Sancus Blvd. and celebrated a Sept. 12 grand opening.

Bart Rian2 min read