The Local

3670 W Granville Rd, Columbus
(614) 760-5556

Recent Reviews

Maria S.

This is my favorite Whole Foods. Not only for Groceries, but it's perfect for grab and go prepared food. The salad bar has so many choices, with cold prepared side dishes and choices for all dietary needs. There is a hot bar with again tons of choices. Some of my favorites are the hot chicken or the brisket. By far the best is their wood fire pIzzas. Buffalo Chicken is a must. They also have a special right now for Prime Members, on Thursday's you can get a whole cheese pizza for only $8.

Matthew A.

The best place to go to get organic good in the buss. Also best se ruin and variety of supplements and papaya.

Rylee W.

I don't go to Whole Foods often, mainly because it's out of my way to go. I also had never eaten at their local restaurant before but was starving and decided to grab lunch. I had the brisket philly. It was $9 (super reasonable) and came with fries. The brisket was super moist and tender, lost of cheese and grilled veggies. The fries were extra crispy and delicious! I was pleasantly surprised! Best part is the dishes from this restaurant are all made with local ingredients!!

Lora H.

I still don't understand why these stores stay open. First of all this is not a health food store it's become an expensive WINE and grocery instead. Who want's to buy a loaf of brioche bread for $8?.. When you can get the same cheaper bread at your local grocery. Where are the wheat products? This is not what I would call A heath food store when you carry junk like this. Even krogers and meijers carry more vitamins and health items then this place ever has. What I mean is this place has been a waste of my time looking for products they don`t have or being bothered by the guru's in the store trying to sell me there overly expensive products. And I don't even want to go into the details of there return policy that has to many rules now even when before years ago they were more understanding. What about those of us on a budget trying to get buy? Or those of us trying to get natural medicine because you have no health insurance? In this day something like this shouldn't have become so complicated. But that's okay I will order my supplements online from now on, save hundreds of dollars and won't have to drive clear across town just to go through this again! (sorry not to mention there baked breads and goods here are absolutely so stale that they made me gag!)

Linda M.

Well , unfortunately they'll loose my business. Since the amazon buy out the employees for cashier the full time ones* are rude. The customer service is definitely rude. Let me elaborate I was basically called a liar because they refused to let me exchange blood clotted ribs that were packaged by them which they should of never been for human consumption / yes they were that bad. Such ridiculousness right there. I spent 2 hrs bickering with a j*** at Whole Foods.(which she embarrassed me in front of everyone in line ) Contacted manager Anthony more then once. Recently , someone hired some lady who comes zipping out of customer service to bag for cashiers. She literally throws the food in the bags and not once but twice threw ( yes throw , she rifles it in the bag ) dish soap / hand soap in my sliced deli meat. It will do no good to continue to complain. ( I shouldn't have to be a scapegoat) Twice in 2019 two separate women when I asked for the store * manager they acted as him. They lied basically by pretending to be the big dog in charge. All lies ! That is not right at all. That is very deceiving . Recently about December 2019 I asked the butcher and yes they have butchers here , why there's no more ground lamb ( we love lamb burgers) I was told it takes too much paper work and basically they don't want the "hassle". Well , this all boils down that their customers are the actual hassle to their jobs. After all, we are paying customers that make them money. I have been to whole foods Denver Colorado, shopped in Chicago Whole Foods (3) yrs straight, Mishawaka Indiana location for about 7 yrs and Tallahassee Tennessee location just in December 2019 on our way through to Florida . I've NEVER !!! encountered one problem with anything at any of these locations ^^^^until I moved to the Columbus Ohio area. I thought I'd never say I hate a Whole Foods but... oh my they are on the top of my list I'd say about #3. I can't believe all this stuff happened at a Whole Foods !

Jason C.

The Local Pub is the main reason I visit this Whole Foods. I always come here specifically for their Sunrise Philly, which is a delicious, brisket Philly sandwich served with good-sized serving of rough cut fries. They always have at least 8 or 9 local craft beers on tap, mostly new releases. It's generally pretty quiet in in the part of the store where The Local is located, so it's a good experience to kick back and have a nice brew before or after doing a little shopping.

P F

They have specials for Taco Tuesdays, Burger Wednesdays, and Wing Thursdays.

Donna D.

Worst food market ever Opened 30 min late and made my late for work Manager did not apologize at all to everyone. She roof an attitude She asked me what my problem when as I was leaving. I told her a service oriented box impacts the customer To keep it brief she had the huge se urioy got ave 2 other surrounding me. I felt what it was to be bullied and harassessex. No response? Should I escalate or continue w my case w outside counse? A response from a manager? Maybe I should post on amazon reviews so they know what goes on in these stores.

Anna P.

Hungry? Don't know where to go? Must go to Cucina Rustica inside the store. Freshly made food while you watch the chef and cook at work. Sit at the bar or at tables. You will be served. Pick a beverage from the store and bring it with you to enjoy with your meal. Pay for your beverage when you pay your food bill. You can purchase food in store and they cook it for a small fee. Bring Cash to give a tip that is well deserved! There is also another area close by the Cucina that you can walk up to and order craft beer and food. Daily specials too. Tables to sit and eat or sit up at the counter. Can't go wrong.

Shelly Z.

I've been coming here for many, many years. I always get my supplements here. I wish I could get all my groceries, but being a one-income family on a budget, it just isn't feasible. It's still fun to come and get pizza or the salad bar!

Katie F.

It's just like any other Whole Foods. I went up to get a pizza and I realized they didn't have any meat free dairy free options like every other whole foods does. I was kinda surprised because people who don't eat the same thing every day/ eat a wide variety of foods, usually go to Whole Foods to get to the experience and try new types of foods!! When I asked for a vegan buffalo ranch the guys at the pizza station looked at me and made it seem like an inconvenience... they said "they were going to have to gather ALLLLL the ingredients to make it" I was actually shocked that they were NOT willing to make my order. So I said thanks anyway and left. I was just confused why everyone else can order a pizza but I order one and it's a no go. I have no problem spending money somewhere else I know fresh thyme has a better value anyways.

Rod L.

What a great grocery store. Clean neat. I drive two hours to go to this store. Love all the fresh food, prepared foods and the brick oven pizza!

Dara T.

You know the nickname: "Whole Paycheck" because it takes your whole paycheck to shop there. Prices are ridiculously HIGH!!! Meat there can cost you 4-5 times as much per pound as the same meat when it is on sale at Meijer. Sometimes I have bought prepared food at their buffets, but I am always sorry that I did. Don't get much for your money, and taste is never very good. I originally gave 3 stars because of a pretty good wine department. Otherwise the store is a total zero. I can get better wine there than at many other places, and at least one clerk in wine has some knowledge. Well, Amazon has pushed them far lower in quality. For many things, they are now charging 33% more if you are not an Amazon Prime member. Guess what, Whole Foods, I am no longer a customer. Go to hell with your surcharge! Now Whole Paycheck is far less than one star. RIDICULOUS RIPOFF: 5 after 5 wine and pretend food tasting on Friday evening. Basically no food - smear of chili on bottom of sample cup, etc. Workers who are pouring on Friday night have no knowledge about wines. Disgusting that it is such a bad deal.

B W.

I love this store, and I shop there every Saturday, but today, I have called 6 times for the bakery. I was on hold over 18 minutes!!, I called from another phone at 11 minutes, and was told someone would walk over to the bakery and see what was going on. At 18 minutes I finally hung up. I called back, was transferred to the bakery, it rang 12 times and hung up. I have called again (the 6th time) and I've been on hold another 7 minutes. I just want to order a damn cake!

Peter Fong

They have specials for Taco Tuesdays, Burger Wednesdays, and Wing Thursdays.

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