25 Best American Restaurants in Columbus

“Our first visit today and we were very pleased. Great fish filet dinner!! Very friendly staff made us feel like old regulars. We will definitely be going back for more!!“

“We've been enjoying Upland since they opened. Great food, beer and top notch service. Tonight we had dinner in one of their igloos. It was so cozy and perfect! Appetizers of chicken wings and warn pretzels were a great start. We loved our burgers and tofu Thai salad. We finished with scrumptious cherry chocolate bread pudding a warm brownie. Everything was perfect! Friendly service too.“

“Papa's Grill has so many great foods!“

“LOVED the milkshakes!! Burger & tots were good.. The girl at the checkout seemed VERY put out 2 have 2 take our order 😡“

“This eatery is a fun find! Great views of the runways, eclectic local brunch fare, and a genuinely friendly waitress. I recommend the BLTA, the cinnamon roll, and the Indiana fried biscuits (but you'll need at least 2 people to eat them all!) all fresh and good! Plan to come early or have a wait on weekends because it is VERY popular! :-)“

“Service is Awesome. Food is Awesome. Atmosphere is Awesome!“

“I don’t really have anything bad to say because our server and food were both great. However, I went today with a group of about a dozen elderly ladies who go out to eat every Thursday, and the server she was going to give us each a “card“ and never did even though we ask about it a couple of times before we left. I’m assuming it was some kind of card where you collect boats for eating at Applebee’s. We’re old, so we forget a lot of things too, but I wondered if there’s anyway I can get the card sent to me that she was talking about?“

“Wonderful food and service!“

“yummy food every time we go!“

“The lasagne was seriously the best we have ever eaten! It was definitely homemade and authentic. The flavors of the meat, cheese, sauce, & pasta blended into a delicious entre. I would highly recommend Angotti's Restaurant if you are in Columbus, Indiana.“

“Great food! Staff was amazing“

“Observed an older lady with her care taker trying to eat. The staff made them feel so welcomed and the lady wanted corn but couldnt eat it on the cob, so a gentleman from the kitchen came out and cut the corn off the cob for her. It was so sweet to see that hospitality! Bravo 👏“

“We've been customers of 4th street for some time but they have hit a new high. Their remodel is fantastic but they have raised the bar on their food specials. Today was a pasta, garlic shrimp that was to die for! It was a Friday special that we spotted on Facebook. So glad we made the decision to try it. 10 out of 10! And the service is awesome! We will be checking daily or weekly specials on a regular basis. If you haven't been there lately, GO! You will be glad you did.“

“On my Momma!!! the food was straight Bussin“

“The place is beautiful and if you have a thing for history, you won't be disappointed here. The food is good and the homemade ice cream is exactly what the sweet tooth ordered. And if the flavors aren't for you, they have flavors of the month that change. May is strawberry banana, yummmm. check it out for yourself and ask a server to play the Welte for you in the main dining room 😉 it's a treat to hear and also beautiful“

“Everything is amazing!“

“one of the best places to eat and the owner is amazing“

“Breakfast at The Galley Kitchen & Bar inside Hotel Indigo was a happy little surprise. Our young local waiter brought us everything we asked for, plus what felt like the kitchen sink, all included with the room rate.

The Western omelet was a 10/10, the biscuits and gravy were good enough to make a Hoosier nod respectfully, and the crispy bacon had “all day goodness” written all over it.

Bright plates, cheerful service, hot coffee, pancakes, gravy, bacon, and no breakfast drama. Hard to beat that before noon.“

“Me guta mucho. el menu y delicioso“

“Fantastic atmosphere, incredible staff, a new menu with amazing choices - recently had a birthday party there with the band Jackson Way and everyone had a blast! Looking forward to trying out their brunch on the weekends and will definitely be a frequent visitor!“

“I can’t believe I’ve never visited this Chili's location before—what a hidden gem! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was wonderful and welcoming.
​The food was absolutely phenomenal. We ordered the fajitas, and they arrived sizzling, perfectly seasoned, and incredibly fresh. But the experience wasn't just about the food; the service was top-tier. Our server was attentive and professional, ensuring our drinks never went low—we never even had to ask for a refill!
​It’s rare to find a spot that hits the mark on both quality and hospitality so consistently. We will definitely be returning to this location. If you’re looking for a great meal and a seamless dining experience, this is the place to go!“

“Good food and good service“

“Excellent food and service.“

“If you haven't been here lately, you should give it a try! This Columbus Indiana location is now under New Management and locally owned and operated. It's one of the first franchised stores. It's cleaner, better staffed, and trying everyday to put the customer first!“

“I came in to get dinner with my girlfriend after work. I got sat by Devion immediately. He offered starts of any drinks instantly. There was no wait. Then took our orders and had great conversation. Everything came out perfect and hit good check ups on us. He provided the best service I’ve had at a b dubs definitely asking for him again when I go back. Coming from one server to another he did great!“