16 Best Southern Restaurants in Columbus

The Eagle Short North American • $$
790 N High St, Columbus

Customers` Favorites

Sweet Potato Crock with Toasted Mini Marshmallows
Fried Chicken and Mac N Cheese
Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Fries and Dipping Sauce
Fried Chicken blt
Spicy Chicken Dip
Mashed Potatoes
Shrimp & Grits
Candied Bacon
Whole Chicken

“I had an incident the other day with the quality of my to go order , i didn’t feel like it was the freshest that i know it could’ve been being that i eat here quite often . Called & spoke with Heidi (manager) , she was very polite & helpful told me they would get it corrected . Stopped in today to grab my order & it was perfect . Heidi was super polite & took all the necessary measures to correct my order & made sure it was to my liking . exactly why this is one of my favorite spots !“

4.5 Superb145 Reviews
Subourbon Southern Kitchen and Spirits American • $$
2234 W Granville Rd, Columbus

Customers` Favorites

Fried Chicken Breast Dinner
Crispy Hot Chicken Sandwich
Crawfish Hush Puppies
Pork Belly Burnt Ends
Cast Iron Corn Bread
Fried Green Tomatoes
Chicken and Chips
Scallop Special
Bread Pudding
Deviled Eggs

“Great experience, not a lot of new offerings style wise but what they do they do really well. Everything we've had had been great, love the honey chicken and the spare rib dinner. Don't miss the happy hour specials! Great service as “

4.4 Superb121 Reviews
BIG MAL'S LINDEN CAFE Southern • $
1393 Cleveland Ave, Columbus

Customers` Favorites

Collard Greens and Macaroni and Cheese
Whiting 2pc Dinner with 2 Sides
Philly Cheesesteak with Fries
Collard Greens with Turkey
6 Piece Whole Wing Dinner
Whiting Fish with Fries
Perch and Fries
Banana Pudding
Chicken Wings
Mac N Cheese

“Smothered pork chops and spaghetti was amazing. Greens didn't even need hot sauce. Everything was well seasoned but not salty. Took a little while but I don't mind waiting for quality food. Good energy from staff. Will definitely be back“

4.4 Superb85 Reviews
Hot Chicken Takeover Chicken • $$
59 Spruce St, Columbus

Customers` Favorites

Nashville Chicken Sandwich
Miss B's Banana Pudding
Hot Chicken Sandwich
Chicken and Waffles
Side of MA's Mac
Boneless Breast
The Og Sandwich
Fried Chicken
Waffle Fries
Jumbo Tenders

“Pro: price, homemade ranch. Grow: needs a greeter or register person. Everyone works back kitchen. Tip: check in to Yelp for $5 off! I missed that deal, my lunch could have been $5 I was shocked by this deal, $10 for 3 spicy tendies, waffle fries, and a sweet tea! Not sure if these are the typical prices in Ohio but coming from California I was overwhelmed with joy! This restaurant is located on the second floor within the popular North Market. The restaurant is very spacious and you order yourself at the computer. There were no workers to greet me or guide me in the ordering process which did make it a bit awkward. Food: I loved everything! The "hot level" was not hot for me so I had to order the next heat level. The waitress was very nice and brought me the next heat level sauce at no extra charge! The heat level "holy" is perfect for those that enjoy a kick. The house ranch was my favorite! It paired the hot chicken perfectly and was flavorful. The waffle fries were crispy and generous. Sweet tea was delicious and I loved that they also have an unsweetened option, I did 75% unsweetened and 25% sweet. Overall, this was tasty and a great deal!“

4.4 Superb85 Reviews
Way Down Yonder New Orleans Finest Restaurant Seafood • $$
3847 S High St, Columbus

Customers` Favorites

World Famous Authentic Seafood Gumbo with Dinner Roll
Louisiana Crawfish Etouffee with Dinner Roll
New Orleans Red Beans & Rice with Cornbread
New Orleans Shrimp & Grits
Southern Mixed Greens
Fried Wing Meal
Chicken Gumbo
Absolutely
Fried Fish
Dirty Rice

“Trans /LGBT friendly in my experience , very good food. Bit on the $$ side but then when tasted it seems well worth it. I will definitely go back later , flavor is amazing.Parking: The parking lot is easy to get to. It's separated from main highway traffic and has near traffic light.Kid-friendliness: Very good atmosphere and accepting, has karaoke“

4.4 Superb72 Reviews
Jessie Mae's Southern Creole Cuisine Southern • $
3671 E Livingston Ave, Columbus

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Wings
Macncheese
BBQ
PO

“I hope I’m reviewing the right place but they cater at my warehouse regularly and I just want to say it makes my night to be able to enjoy quality homecooked food every once in a while here. All of their sides and entrees (mac, collard greens, honey bb and smothered chx, sweet potato) are cooked wonderfully. i only had their cormbread and cookie once but both were amazing, and their mac and cheese is crack. Their staff are so friendly too :)“

4.6 Superb29 Reviews
Hot Chicken Takeover Chicken • $
4203 N High St, Columbus

Customers` Favorites

Miss B's Banana Pudding
Macaroni and Cheese
Side of Baked Beans
The New Waffle Fries
House Made Ranch
Boneless Breast
Side of MA's Mac
Mac and Cheese
Fried Chicken
House Fries

“Omg! What an experience. I wish Fort Wayne had a place like this. Started off with thee warmest greeting from Kevin the manager of the location. He explain menu items patiently and gave me suggestions on the selections he liked the most. Crazy thing. I'm not a mac n' chz fan or bake bean fan. I rarely eat either but Kevin suggested I try them and suggested I try 'em the way HE eats them. Mixed! That was way out of my league but he was really on to something! I loved it! Medium sauce on chicken is more bold than hot. Fried Pickles were good. Everything was good. Kevin really is THAT guy tho. He checked on everyone. Super friendly but not fake. Genuine. Like the family member that wants to make sure you're eating good. He was very generous as well. The restaurant was clean. Food was fresh. Can't wait to go back.“

4.3 Superb71 Reviews
Modern Southern Table Southern • $
1086 N 4th St, Columbus

Customers` Favorites

Mississippi Fried Catfish with Collard Greens Mac and Cheese and Cornbread
The Mac and Cheese Before I Warmed It Up
Two Piece Chicken Platter with One Side
Collard Greens with Smoked Turkey
Louisiana Blackened Fish Dinner
5 Whole Wings with 2 Sides
Chicken and Sausage Gumbo
Southern Mac and Cheese
Southern Veggie Plate
Fried Chicken Plate

“This Is Niki, if the Owner & Staff Sees this....I Have Been a Big Fan of this place since it opened!!!I honestly believe modern Southern table is the rare gem at the Budd dairy food hall !!The food is phenomenal! The staff is awesome. It's like going to eat on Sunday at grandma's house in south!My suggestion is to always orderLOW COUNTRY on FISH OR CHICKEN!!ITS ????“

4.2 Good91 Reviews
JD's Kitchen Soul Food • $
3728 Agler Rd, Columbus

Customers` Favorites

Deep-Fried Whiting Fish Platter
Chicken and Waffles
Banana Pudding
Fish and Chips
Baked Beans
Catfish
Fries

“I happened upon this place on google. I have been 3 times and the food is perfect each time. I wish the inside had a better vibe, it is kind of stiff. But paper towels at each table is a nice touch! I wish parking was easier to maneuver.Most of all - I wish they had better hours. It is bizarre how a restaurant closes at 4p during the week and 8p on weekends. Please stay open longer!“

4.1 Good31 Reviews
Chicken Salad Chick Southern • $
6304 E Dublin Granville Rd, Columbus

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Salad Sandwich
Loaded Potato Soup
There Mini Cookie
Jalapeno Holly
Pimento Cheese
Broccoli Salad
Sassy Scotty
Cup of Soup
Fruity Fran
Fancy Nancy

“I've never seen this many options for chicken salad! For about $12 I got a drink, a sandwich, side (mac and cheese) and a mini cookie! You'll never find prices that good and the food be just as good! I got what I thought was gonna be a super spicy one but honestly it was barely spicy. Still delicious just wish it was hotter. The only reason I didn't give a 5 star review was the inside of the restaurant. It smelled like a nursing home, and honestly felt like I was eating in the dinning room of a nursing home. The dining room was so out dated and felt a little gross. I probably wouldn't dine in again at this location but would definitely order to-go. The staff was super kind and helpful which definitely makes up a bit for the dinning room.“

4.1 Good85 Reviews
Hot Chicken Takeover Chicken • $$
1417 W 5th Ave, Columbus

Customers` Favorites

Side of Creamy Chipotle Slaw
Hot Sandwich with Waffles
Miss B's Banana Pudding
Jumbo Tender Sandwich
Macaroni and Cheese
Side of Baked Beans
Party Pack for 10
Side of MA's Mac
3 Jumbo Tenders
Boneless Breast

“This is far and away the best chicken restaurant I've ever been to. All of the staff is amazing, with a special shout-out to Tiffany for being the best hostess I've ever had the pleasure of giving my order to. The Unholy Heat is just that, UNHOLY! I had a small sinus issue before I ordered, and walked out of the restraunt all clear. So, Hot Chicken Takeover apparently cures the common cold! Thanks for everything guys!“

4 Good122 Reviews
Chicken Salad Chick Sandwich Shop • $
1056 Dublin Rd, Columbus

Customers` Favorites

Potato Salad
Soup

“The employees in this location are so nice and patient. Every time I come in there is a wait (I never mind). From checking out to the kitchen staff everyone is working diligently to fill orders. However I would like to shout out the sweetest Employee DeShawn. Today we went through the drive-through lane, and he allowed me a place three different orders, which was very kind of him! He was also very patient with us as he took our orders, and he was overall pleasant when we got to the window to make payment. There was a busy rush. There were three cars behind us. Our first orders even got messed up and he made sure to have them fixed immediately. And me and my coworkers love this place and today's experience meet us want to come back every time we work in the office. Thank you, DeShawn. Also we always see him anytime we come in and he is the nicest.“

3.9 Good54 Reviews
Hot Chicken Takeover Chicken • $$
4198 Worth Ave, Columbus

Customers` Favorites

Sandwich Boneless Breast
Boneless Chicken Breast
Hot Chicken Takeover Leg
Miss B's Banana Pudding
Not Chicken Takeover
The Og Sandwich
Mac and Cheese
Jumbo Tenders 2
Jumbo Tenders
Waffle Fries

“The wait here was very short and the staff were so accommodating and friendly. I always recommend HCT to friends as it’s one of my favorite places. Their $10 lunch combo deal is a great deal also! This place made me a giant fan of pickles and ranch, can’t get enough of it.Vegetarian options: There are very accommodating for veggie options! They’ve got vegan nuggsKid-friendliness: Kids are more than welcomeWheelchair accessibility: Wheelchair accessible“

3.8 Good79 Reviews
La Glory's Soul Food Café Soul Food • $
3350 Allegheny Ave, Columbus

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Wings Dinner Cornbread
Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
Fried Chicken Dinner
Banana Pudding Cake
Liver and Onions
Mashed Potatoes
Mac and Cheese
Rice and Gravy
Mac & Cheese
Carrot Cake

“The staff was great even though it was closing time they still took the time to cook my food to order. I was so impressed with the customer service that if there was something wrong I would have let it pass. We had perch, liver and onions, cabbage, greens and rice. Thank you to the 3 ladies who served my wife & myself this evening, keep doing what you are doing, it doesn't go unnoticed! We will return ....“

3.5 Good68 Reviews
Rye River Social Gastropubs • $$
955 W 5th Ave, Columbus

Customers` Favorites

Brussels Sprouts
Chicken Wings
Blue Crab Dip
Flank Steak
Dough
Chef

“Rye River Social is beautiful inside, but it's the food that keeps us coming back! It was only day 2 of their new brunch menu; and while I missed the monkey bread, I had a horrible time choosing. Everything looked so good! The new menu also did not have the brussel sprouts, but our waitress checked, and the kitchen made them for us! Amazing food and service!“

3.7 Good171 Reviews
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store American • $
1313 Hilliard Rome Rd E, Columbus

Customers` Favorites

Meatloaf Dinner with Greens and Mashed Potatoes
The Cracker Barrel's Country Boy Breakfast
Grandpa's Country Fried Breakfast
Fried Chicken Tenderloins
Two Buttermilk Pancakes
The Barrel Cheeseburger
Southern Fried Chicken
Cracker Barrel Sampler
Chicken Fried Chicken
Hashbrown Casserole

“Had been there for 2 years. So I was in Hilliard I decided to stop and get something to eat. The waitress is friendly and greeting and I gave her my order. When my order came I didn't get the loaded potato. I didn't say anything I just waited to see if maybe she had forgot to pick it up she had a handful when she delivered the plate. Baked potato never came and I was almost already done with my food. And ask for a refill on my tea which took her 15 minutes and then she didn't even put ice in my cup just poured it from a picture which was warm. She was a little busy. I myself was a waitress a restaurant manager and also had worked Olive garden which you have to be fast on your feet. So I kind of you know that off a little bit. But it didn't realize until I got home that I do believe I was overcharged cuz the meal was 1199 the baked potato was under five the tea was probably three and then I ordered a $5 one to go which doesn't total up to $30. And when I checked out the gentleman didn't give me the receipt so I don't have it.Parking: Cracker barrel in Hilliard has plenty of parking space and for handicap and for takeout. Huge lot which makes it nice.“

3.5 Good188 Reviews
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