50 Best Fast Food Restaurants in Columbus

“Tried swensons for the first time and it was amazing! I would definitely recommend coming to try it out. Cyrill was my server and gave great reccomendations, he had amazing service all around. I hope to come back soon and enjoy food here again!“

“Great service and nice employees!“

“Ordered take out for the first time and been wanting to try this place. It did not disappoint at all! The Mack Daddy Sandwich, onion rings , and red velvet roll were all fantastic!“

“If a restaurant was able to get 6 stars out of 5, THIS would be the place! Can’t recommend it enough. Hands down best birria I’ve had this side of the country 🙏🏼 My daughter is just as addicted as I am. LOVE LAS TAPIAS 😋“

“Very good burger and I loved the shoe string fries. Everything was very fresh and delicious.“

“First time visiting this location. Very updated and very clean. Food was great! Our server probably shouldn't be in customer service as she acted like she had better things to do, but literally every other staff member there was awesome.“

“I visited Culver's while exploring a new area, and it turned out to be a good choice. The restaurant felt bright, clean, and welcoming from the moment I entered. The menu had enough variety, so it was easy to find something that matched what I wanted. My order was served fresh, and everything looked nicely prepared. The staff checked that customers had everything they needed, which added a nice personal touch. The seating was comfortable, and the dining area stayed clean during my visit. Parking was available and easy to access, so there was no hassle before or after the meal. Overall, the experience was smooth from start to finish, and I would happily return if I'm nearby again.“

“Always fresh. Delicious flavor & texture layers. The chocolate-dipped strawberry is a nice touch, too. Yum!“

“Great place to eat and friendly staff.“

“The food was good although the chili seemed exceptionally thin. But the parking lot is a nightmare. The spots are really tight wth curbs around the landscaping and odd configurations. If you have a large vehicle I suggest viewing the area prior to arrival“

“Delicious food. Good portion size. Nice workers !“

“I’d like to start by saying that I am a Cincinnati native where Skyline chili originated. I was in Columbus visiting this past weekend and came across a place that reminded me of home 🤗. Stopped in the drive thru where Sa’Niya was my greeter. My order was placed and when I got to the window to pay I spoke briefly with Sa’Niya about her customer service. A-1 🌟. From greeting to conversation she was so nice and polite and friendly! Stayed in Columbus for 4 days and she by far had theeeeee best customer service the whole time I was there. The food was also fresh and taste just like home 🌟“

“Great food and awesome atmosphere.“

“When we drove through for breakfast everyone working outside was so nice. Today we had a sweet girl named Shay who was so very helpful. Sometimes we eat inside, and everyone who works in this restaurant seems to really enjoy working there! Thank you, Jack & Polly“

“My kids and I stopped at Cane's on Polaris and was wowed at the speedy service of the crew on Saturday, 8/23 around 2:30 pm. Great job! Kudos to you all!“

“Walking back from a music festival and we stopped in here because it was open and we were starving. We felt welcome by the staff and the food was amazing. Flavorful with every bite. We might make this our food place every night we are walking back.“

“Love the chicken! Love the sauce!“

“The girl at drive thru was friendly enough. For a take out at this time we were not given salt, napkins and ordered asked a diet and got a regular.“

“This location has gotten better but still need to slow down a bit. Always forgetting our extra sauce and lid was not secure on cup and made the carrier wet and all 4 drinks broke through the bottom.“

“I stop by in the morning. Staff is always very good to me. Kitchen and dining room is nice and clean. Love that place“

“I want to give a big shout out to the woman who was working by herself/alone today on 12/26/25! She was so kind and nice and still prepared are food! I want to say me and my mother appreciate you girl!!! Takes a lot to be a woman that is about her business!!! 🥰🥰🥰“

“I love the meat here. Also their sauce is really good. I used to go here alot more when I wasnt sick and more mobile and they always would make a tray for me special because I was picky. I rechecked door dash and I'm positive it doesn't let u order gyro meat by pound. Please change this because it's easier for me to order from you.“

“Absolutely loved my food from here! We ordered food from here while at Combustion Brewery. We ordered 2 burgers, 8 chicken tenders and the Carolina dipped chicken sandwich. We walked over to order as we had a lot of customizations. The staff were incredibly kind and patient. They quoted us 15 mins for the food and delivered to my seat in the brewery! This place knows how to cook chicken! Both the tenders and the sandwich were extremely flavorful, hot (like right out of the fryer), and juicy! The burgers are smash patties (highly recommend getting a double) but man are they good! Near the top for my personal burger list. The fries were super crispy and flavorful but a tad too salty (and I like salty fries). Overall that's not enough for me to ding my rating as I went there for the burgers. I didn't rate the atmosphere because we didn't eat in restaurant.“

“Fantastic experience. Food is great, service is amazing and the bathrooms were well kept.

Arielle South is the most hospitable and welcoming team members they have. She always greets their guests with a warm smile and takes great effort to make sure they have the best experience possible.“

“We came here on a Sunday night at 8:30 and were a little nervous because of how late it was. When we arrived, it was actually pretty busy, and to say we were impressed is an understatement.

The staff was so composed and on top of things. They were friendly and professional, even though it kept getting busier. By the time we sat down, the line was to the door and not stopping.

The food was so fresh, from the protein to the veggies to the queso. Everything was beyond excellent.

The restaurant was spotless and bright.

Will definitely be back. I would pick to come here over a lot of other restaurants in Polaris. Absolutely floored at how good it was. A+++ to the amazing staff.“

“Good food. Fast drive through.“

“What can I tell you for those of you that have skyline your entire life and have become bored with it I'd suggest you try it again. I'm back in Ohio after a 30 plus year vacation in the military. I will tell you skyline has been great as a kid in Cincinnati and it's even better here in Columbus. Love this place!“

“Great food and awesome atmosphere.“

“I don’t use their AI drive thru because it’s slow and difficult to use (have to repeat many times). It’s faster to go in and order in person.

I went for breakfast around 8AM before a road trip. *The staff was very helpful, making sure I had everything I needed.*

The breakfast sandwiches are always good. The chicken sandwich was a bit over fried tasting and dry. Coffee is decent.“

“The people were very friendly and did a outstanding job. Super fast and got are orders right. The store was super clean. I will definitely go back again. I thank you for giving great survive!!“

“This drive thru restaurant is awesome. I ordered fish sandwich and fries and wow!! So good. Go get ya some :-)“

“Food ia consistently A+. We went in with a 10u baseball team. The location could nott have been more helpful. They secured a whole section for us to sit together and checked in multiple times to makes sure we were doing well. Service was better than many restaurants I have visited lately.“

“Given some of the reviews I was hesitant to try but I really loved the original slider and the one with more toppings! The fried chicken was a bit dry so I'd probably just do the burgers next time. Good flavor and made to order! About 15 minutes wait time. Only 2 people working there and they were kind and got my order out fast!“

“Always good to me, even tho they put ketchup on my sliders when I didn't ask for it but hey, it's okay cause I drive 125 miles just to get white castle when I come to Columbus for my annual meeting! My Fish nibblers were right on time! Should of got two! The server was even nice enough to offer me a free drink because they had a big order and I had to wait a lil longer for my order than usual. No compliants, but BRING BACK WHITE CASTLE IN CLEVELAND OHIO PLEASE! 👌🏾“

“every time i come to this taco bell, my order is 100% correct and the employees are always so nice. everything is always fresh and hot, which has been hard to find at other taco bell locations. today i had a mobile order and the person making my food asked if i was trying to make a quesarito with my modifications (which i was, that’s my favorite menu item of all time) and he made it to a T and was so kind and warm about it. the woman at the window is there almost every time i pick up my mobile orders, and she’s always smiling and kind also. i love this taco bell! it’s in the same plaza as my job so i come on my lunch breaks pretty often. 1000/10 experience! days like today are why i keep coming back to this location and will continue to!“

“Myungrang Hotdog Columbus is dangerously good. I went in expecting a fun snack and walked out thinking about it for the rest of the day. The week. The month. If they weren’t closing soon, I’d go get some right now.

The flavors and textures are such a wild (and brilliant) surprise—crispy, chewy, melty, sweet, and spicy all at once. The mozzarella-stuffed corn dog dipped in cubes of sweet potatoes, deep fried to golden perfection, then sprinkled with sugar and jalapeños is unreal. That combo hits every note: gooey cheese pull, crunchy exterior, soft sweet potato bites, a hint of sweetness, and just enough heat. It sounds crazy, but it works so well. Fresh, indulgent, and totally crave-worthy. If you’re even slightly curious, go. You’ll be thinking about it later too. 🤯

The only thing to keep in mind is that there is no seating. You can stand at a narrow countertop, but there are no chairs.“

“First time ever at a Firebouse Subs,I've worked retail/customer service for over 30yrs, so I thrive to give positive reviews as we typically only hear bad ones,,,, amazing food, amazing customer service, everyone was friendly and outgoing, we will definitely be back 😁😁😁“

“Great experience! The burger was fresh, juicy, and very flavorful. The fries were excellent and the portions are generous 👍 The service was quick and the place was clean and well organized. Overall, a very enjoyable experience and I will definitely come back again.“

“Awesome vibe with delicious healthy shakes and the best energy teas!!“

“This is the best fast casual burrito place, specifically THIS location is the best in the city too. The employees here are great. Portions are consistent and fresh all the time. The price is not highway robbery like the competition. Thank you for proving you don’t have to cut corners and still be successful.“

“Still the best! I’ve been enjoying Grinders as far back as I can remember. I love the Italian!“

“First time I ever been there. I got the wings and fish (flounder) and fries with a side of okra. There wasn’t a single thing that I would not order again and again. Some of the best fried flounder I’ve ever had!! The wings were great! The okra was excellent! It was a very very good meal.“

“Wonderful late night food, especially when all other restaurant establishments are closed or completely understaffed. This location is absolutely fantastic, carrying out a tradition at Greenlawn and S. High St. going back many many years. The special request for our order were perfectly complied with and honored, spectacular fashion, even when the restaurant was completely slammed with drunk and obnoxious customers and patrons. Superb customer service was exhibited by all employees, and the cooks even in the back were performing their work duties with smiles and grands on their faces. The milkshake was probably one of the best cold beverages that I’ve had in several months. The white Castle meet, specifically steamed with onions is a timeless taste that definitely triggers panic mode for many customers. A tiny little burger definitely has generated huge amounts of patronage and loyalty. The coffee was absolutely divine, freshly brewed and plenty of straws, cream and sugar to accompany this delicious beverage. The coffee at White Castle, definitely rivals Starbucks, Maxwell House, Stas, Folgers, and even McDonald’s coffee. The staff gave us plenty of to go bags when we could not finish our order inside this delightful restaurant establishment. Thank you again for a fulfilling late night experience in Columbus town!“

“Very friendly and fast service. I always enjoy coming to get me a 2 patty cheeseburger. 😋😋 Highly recommend trying if you haven't.“

“I have eaten at this place 3 days in a row. Can’t get enough!! Kickin Chicken for life!!“

“nice stop fast services. highly recommend“

“Stopped at the taco truck 10/16/25 at auto zone in Defiance, Ohio. Very good but shouldn't have paper at the bottom of the asada fries. My son was eating paper. Otherwise very good!“

“I came during lunch time. there was some construction and busy traffic lights around the building, getting in and out wasn't necessarily a breeze, but other than that, great experience!

I tried the new jalapeño bacon sandwich. I recommend trying it, the bacon was nice and thick. I was not overly impressed with the flavor of the bun, but the sandwich was spot on!“

“The Cane sauce is my favorite!!! The Texas toast is a strong second! for this location, the portions were too small for the price AND the chicken was so small that they could pass for chicken nuggets.“

“My husband and I always eat here when we go out of town ..wish jersey mikes would come to Huntington , WV“