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A white mug of hot chocolate topped with a swirl of whipped cream and a dusting of cocoa, on a saucer with a doily and a spoon
Food & DrinkGrandview

New List: Best Hot Chocolate in Columbus

Five cafes ranked for the cup itself, the toppings, price and evening hours, with Chocolate Cafe on Northwest Boulevard at No. 1. Status: Live on site.

Bart Rian1 min read

A plate holding a slice of French toast topped with sliced green apple beside a pile of curried tofu scramble with broccoli and carrots
Food & DrinkClintonville

New Guide: Plant-Based Columbus Dining

A neighborhood-by-neighborhood map of all-vegan kitchens and vegetable-forward restaurants, published two days after council endorsed the Plant Based Treaty. Status: Live on site.

Bart Rian1 min read

A sunny brick street corner in German Village with two-story red brick buildings, utility poles and parked cars along the curb
Food & DrinkGerman Village

New List: Best Bakeries in Columbus

Seven bakeries ranked on what comes out of the oven, from German Village macarons to Uptown Westerville donuts, with Pistacia Vera at No. 1. Status: Live on site.

Bart Rian1 min read

A whole smoked turkey with dark mahogany skin resting on a white platter
Food & DrinkGrandview

New Guide: Thanksgiving Takeout in Columbus

Smoked turkeys, cooked dinners, sides, pies and dining rooms open Nov. 26, with order deadlines starting Oct. 31. Status: Live on site.

Bart Rian1 min read

A cheeseburger on a brioche bun with a pick through the top, beside a bowl of fries and a tall glass of pale beer on a wooden table
Food & DrinkDublin

New List: Best Pub Burgers in Columbus

Seven tavern kitchens ranked on the patty, the build and the bar around it, with 101 Craft Kitchen on top. Status: Live on site.

Bart Rian1 min read

Communal candlelit dining table with wine glasses inside Comune on Parsons Avenue
Food & DrinkGerman Village

Comune Named Ohio's Best Vegetarian Restaurant by Lovefood Travel Guide

The Parsons Avenue plant-forward room won praise for smoked beet tartare, kimchi fried rice, and a chic candlelit dining room.

Bart Rian2 min read

Project LeanNation prepared meals promotional image
Food & DrinkPowell

Project LeanNation Opens Second Columbus-Area Shop Near Powell

The prepared-meal and coaching brand adds a Dublin-Powell storefront at 10726 Sawmill Parkway after launching earlier at Polaris Parkway.

Bart Rian1 min read

Dutch Bros drinks outside a shop like the planned East Broad site
Food & DrinkEast Side

Rally's Closes on East Broad as Dutch Bros Eyes the Site

The burger spot at 3260 E. Broad St. is gone; city permits show Dutch Bros planning a drive-thru coffee shop in its place.

Bart Rian1 min read

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