New American Restaurants near Gahanna, OH

“My social group and I had a fantastic time last Thursday. They made a group of 14 welcome, comfortable, and provided fantastic service. The food and drinks are SO good!“

“We are from Kentucky and were in Columbus for a concert. I’ve always wanted to try a place that has been featured on Triple D, and this was the best decision ever! High Bank exceeded all expectations! We left with a full belly and A bottle of whiskey to remember them by. Food was incredible. Service was incredible. From now on, every trip to Columbus will include a stop at High Bank Distillery!“

“My husband ordered take-out a few days ago and included a slice of apple pie for me. I don't usually have room for dessert, so usually skip it, but this pie was the best I have had in YEARS!! HIGHLY recommend! Delicious, and that was the next day! :)“

“Fun and friendly atmosphere! Good people working here!“

“The food is food, it’s a bar after all. It’s the service that makes all the difference! Ivy, Rebecca, and “V” Valezka are amazing! Search high and low, you’ll not find three bartenders that will put a smile on your face, a beer in your hand, and wanting never to leave.“

“Absolutely wonderful afternoon tea. Allison (sp??) was a wonderful server that was patient with all of us as this was our first time. Food was amazing. We will be returning again!“

“🍷 Growing up in Italy, I’m naturally a little picky when it comes to Italian food, but Forno Kitchen + Bar has become one of my favorite spots here. I often come for their wood-fired pizza and house-made pasta, both full of authentic flavor that instantly take me back to evenings in Turin. The warm atmosphere, paired with a good glass of wine, makes every visit feel like a little taste of home“

“If there’s a better restaurant in Columbus, I’m not aware of it. Highly recommend, never disappoints!“

“Beautiful dining area! Having a great evening.“

“This restaurant was a gem. My husband and I visited and sat at the bar for some small bites. The staff was incredible and kind. They found out we were visiting Columbus to celebrate our anniversary and gifted us drinks and dessert. What a lovely and incredibly delicious meal! 5 stars ⭐️“

“Good food good service!!! Highly recommended!!“

“most amazing restaurant in Columbus“

“Visited Columbus for the first time and stumbled into an amazing restaurant that truly sets the bar for what ethos restaurants should operate from- no seed oils, quality water and everything cooked in beef tallow. For a health conscious restaurant their prices are beyond reasonable with something on the menu for anyone who’s looking to expand their horizons of healthy eating.

Our server Katie was exceptional- so so kind, knowledgeable about the menu and carried a smile on her face the entire service. The GM even made it a point to comp our wellness shots we ordered since we were visiting. Truly made our experience! Thank you katie! ❤“

“Excellent Food, Top Notch Staff... Wonderful place for our Holiday Party... THANK YOU!! 🎄🖖🏻❤️🤍💙☃️❄️🌎🇺🇲“

“Your new summer obsession is here. 😍 Compressed Watermelon. Honey-Lime Ricotta. Lemongrass. Ginger. Pistachio. Cooling. Creamy. Crunchy. Absolutely incredible. #PlasMelonNRicotta #FoodieFind #InstaFood #Yum #Delicious #EatLocal #TryIt #Refreshing #columbusFood“

“First time there today! Our food was very good, nice outdoor area to eat outside, and our server, Rachel, was awesome! Will definitely come back!“

“My first time there was this past Saturday OMG! Delicious food. Excellent service. Friendly and helpful and patient staff. I will be back often.“

“My husband and I have order from them twice now through door dash. We enjoy their food! It is so 😋 tasty!

I looked them up here since we just now discussed maybe one day actually traveling to eat here. They've not made any mistakes thus far, but even then we tend to be a gracious bunch 😜“

“Amazing birthday dinner.. I ordered twin lobster tails. We split a wedge salad and bread basket. Husband had teriyaki salmon which was melt in your mouth perfection. Free birthday dessert was warm butter cake with fresh fruit, ice cream and raspberry sauce. Absolute perfection and amazing service. Thank you for a great celebration.“

“The house salad dressing is one of the most delicious things I’ve ever had. I reeaallyy need the recipe for it. I live in TX and likely won’t wind up in Columbus again so… just think about it lol. The coconut shrimp were so good and our service was really great.“

“This place never disappoints. We sampled a few cocktails, and every one of them was smooth, refreshing, and well made. The service really stood out—everyone was welcoming, attentive, and happy to help with anything we needed. The space has a clean, stylish look that feels both modern and relaxing. It’s the kind of restaurant where you can enjoy good drinks, great hospitality, and a comfortable atmosphere all in one visit.“

“Loved the food, service and atmosphere.“

“One of the best dining experiences we have had in some time. We ordered the NY strip and a slice of their homemade pie. Every single thing we ate was delicious. Service was amazingly friendly. Best option in the area, by far. The steak here was a million times better than the steak down the street at FYR and was probably 30-40% less expensive.“

“My friends, believe me when I say that the Chicken and Avocado Sandwich at this Cafe was one of the best I've ever had. I CRUSHED that sandwich like it was my last meal on the face of this earth. My husband had the cheeseburger and fries. He (rudely) didn't let me have a bite of the burger, but he said the flavor was fantastic. I did steal his fries, though, and they were crispy and delicious. We both got gluten free buns, with low expectations, but the buns were great, too! 10 out of 10, no notes. I'm already lobbying hard to come back tomorrow for lunch.“

“As an Army Combat Veteran who recently moved downtown from California, I was looking forward to celebrating Independence Day here. While the red snapper was absolutely delicious and perfectly cooked, the initial service was incredibly disappointing. I flagged down a blonde bartender to order a beer, but she never returned to take my food order. Despite the bar being empty, she passed by multiple times, seemingly more focused on asking coworkers how her hair looked than serving me sitting at the bar. She also ignored me while being overly attentive to regulars who arrived later. Thankfully, the head bartender noticed I was waiting and saved the night. I ended up ordering my dinner, dessert and remaining drinks from the other bartenders. I waited for her shift to end before closing out my $80 ticket. I then left the remaining bartenders $30.
It is a shame that great food is overshadowed by a lack of basic attentiveness to new guests.“

“My girlfriends and I come here once a month for breakfast before we go and play board games all day. First of all, the food could be terrible but we’d still come back because the wait staff is so personable and friendly. But the food is also always amazing so that is a perk! It doesn’t matter who our waiter is they all seem to meander over to say hi. Always so attentive and genuinely seem like they’re happy to be at work. I can’t wait until our next visit.“

“Listen!!! Day Cocktails and Food at Its FINEST!!! The Bonette and Onion Rings SLAPPED!!!!Will definitely RETURN!!! Very Soon!!! Love J.Ross see you soon Boo!“

“Denmark On High is a true Columbus gem!!! I absolutely loved this place! I participated in the Cocktail Making Class for my Sister-In-Law's Bachelorette Party a few weeks ago, and had an absolute blast! Gato is the best bartender and instructor ever!! He was a ton of fun and the drinks were some of the best I've ever had in Columbus!!! I will absolutely visit this bar again and I look forward to trying more drinks. I highly recommend this bar for everyone 21+ !!!!“

“Wonderful experience and the food was delicious. Our waitress, McKenzie, was delightful and most helpful in giving us input on selection choices. We enjoyed the patio and our whole first experience here. Definitely will return.“

“There was amazing service, it was fast and the waiter was amazing. They were pretty busy when we got here but got seated right away as well as our food was fast and tasted amazing. Definitely a favorite and will come agin“

“Mom and I went for lunch yesterday and both ended up having breakfast! She got the buttermilk pancakes and I ordered the special pumpkin pancakes with cinnamon butter and tres leches drizzle. Mom loved hers and my was fabulous. I also had two links of sausage that were better than your usual mass made, which made me wonder if they get it directly from a butcher. The iced tea was also fresh and good.“

“We had a delightful Christmas Eve dinner with appetizers and three different entrees. The gnocchi was absolutely delicious and our favorite! The sauce was wonderful!“

“Bodega is one of those places that knows exactly what it is and leans into it. A low-key, no-frills neighborhood dive with just enough charm to make you want to hang out longer than you planned.

The funnel cake fries are the real surprise hit. Crispy, fluffy, perfectly dusted with sugar and dangerously easy to keep eating. I honestly came in for a drink and left thinking about those fries.

Huge shoutout to Salim behind the bar. Super friendly, attentive, and bringing just the right mix of smooth and playful energy that makes you feel welcome the moment you sit down. He made the whole experience better.

Bodega may not be trying to be fancy, and that’s part of its appeal. It’s a relaxed, easygoing spot with good vibes, great service, and snacks that punch way above their weight.

Would come back, especially for those funnel cake fries and Salim’s hospitality.“

“Ashley was a wonderful server, extremely accommodating! Her suggestions helped me pair the right drink with my mood and my meal! The food was phenomenal. We shared deviled eggs and steak egg rolls. The eggs were top -tier, and the egg rolls basically melted in our mouths. We ordered the prime rib with mashed potatoes, and our friend had the grilled salmon with orzo. We need boxes. We took home dessert. Coming here was the best decision we made last weekend.“

“We love this place! But didn't check my order before we left tonight and it was wrong. Bad me. Didn't get the sub I ordered and all was cold. Just check your order before you leave.“

“The Kitchen was amazing! We had our elopement celebration here this past Saturday and everyone was so professional and accommodating. The space is absolutely beautiful and the food was spectacular (my guests couldn’t stop raving about their mac and cheese bar and their ice cream).Chef Dusty is a genius! I’m so glad we were able to have the reception of our dreams here!“

“We had a large group (10 people) go in for brunch today. I rarely leave my house due to health reasons. This was a very lovely, relaxing time. The food was delicious and service was great. Thank you very much!“

“This establishment is family owned, with live music on the weekend, great happy hour along with very nice service. I have been a customer of the Canabar for a very long time, definitely would recommend meeting your friends there!!!“

“Shoutout to Mai & team! My wife and I came out for a pre-match dinner on our way to see the columbus crew match against Pachuca. We came during happy hour and decided we would do a series of starters and some drinks. Upon arrival we were greeted and asked about our reservation, because we came at a time when the crowd hadn't gotten there we had options of high top or low top tables. We chose low top. Mai arrived shortly after we sat, and I let her know we would be pacing our meal a little longer since my wife and I had plenty of time to enjoy the dinner. 1st course surf and turf & garlic bread. 2nd course power green salad, split. 3rd course yuzu avocado & crispy rice. Something important to note: my wife prior to this visit was NOT A SUSHI PERSON. I think the starters and sushi from this visit I think just flipped my wife's opinion on sushi. For almost 12 years, I've been suggesting sushi and she has never been up for it, but on that day, something special happened! From the bottom of my heart, to Mai and everyone at the So Cal team that day, THANK YOU! I now have a new range of dishes that I can suggest to my wife! ❤️“

“Met my daughter and her fiance here for lunch one weekend. It was our first time eating here. We all loved the food, the service, and the cleanliness. Highly recommend this place! I'll definitely be going back!“

“The best of the best. You won’t be disappointed.“

“so the waiter was really sweet & very attentive I believe his name was Malik!! my friend & I saw him tend to several tables with a smile on his face. the food was so good. I had the vegetarian omelette. the drinks are really good too! if you want to try something new, I would recommend!! 🫶“

“The best place to go for sports and good wings and pizza. The greatest service“

“so the waiter was really sweet & very attentive I believe his name was Malik!! my friend & I saw him tend to several tables with a smile on his face. the food was so good. I had the vegetarian omelette. the drinks are really good too! if you want to try something new, I would recommend!! 🫶“

“Excellent creative menu! Let us know if you want to expand to Virginia; we need your talent. Keep up the great work and we will see you next year. Your grouper sandwich is spectacular!“

“Neat place. Counter ordering with table delivery. Self serve on soft drinks and water. Food was very good to match the nice atmosphere.
Buddha bowl with chicken was very tasty with a generous portion size. Fish sandwich was very good. Chicken and avocado sandwich also delicious. Both sandwiches were a bit messy to eat, but worth the effort.
Simple salad was heavy on kale but had a lot of flavor and was also good.
Black bean and chicken chili also very good.
Good draft beer selection and friendly service, we will be back.“

“Great service, food was delicious. My new favorite jerk restaurant.“

“Hannah peer is amazing! Best server ever“

“Best gluten free crust ever. By a ton. Yum!“

“Went here on a whim when we got hungry and a bunch of other places were closed. We had Becca as a server, and she was absolutely PHENOMENAL. Extremely attentive without being overbearing, positive without being fake, quick with refills and checking on us. And props to the cooks and bartenders, my drink was flawless and the food was seriously out of this world, I'm tempted to go back for the cheese curds alone. Zero complaints, can't recommend this place enough.“