50 Best Seafood Restaurants near Gahanna

“Someone has to have the newly trained server and sit beneath the American Flag. It's a loud table because you see all the servers butts typing in their orders forgetting we can hear them. She was in the weeds and she tried but no bread no salad dressing and the loudest table despite the reservation made weeks in advance. Do better Cam.“

“I see they have locations around town; I've been to other seafood boil places but I don't think to any of theirs. Strip-mall, unassuming from the outside, dark and "nautical" on the inside. Nice, not fancy. No frills- because you are going to be making a mess. Paper on the tables, rolls of paper towels handy. I got the basics, their standard boil, L1 I think: shrimp (no heads but peel 'em,) crab (crack 'em,) sausage, with an egg and corn cob and a potato. I could easily have eaten another corn and egg, and the potato came in handy, along with the other extras, to take a break between shoveling seafood in my mouth. Got their house seasoning, which seems like a cross between Old Bay and garlic butter. Went with medium spice; I like heat, but you just never know from place to place. They brought the bag, plus a bucket and bib and gloves. I used the bib as a precaution but would have been okay without it, perhaps by sheer luck. Gloves helped. They brought a cracker and a normal fork; I asked for a skinny fork and they brought one. Loads of food, perfectly cooked. Tender big shrimp, crab with a decent amount of meat in the legs and knuckles, lots of pretty good sausage. The flavor, and the heat, seemed lacking at first. But they both built along the way, either just in my mouth or from the food sitting in the liquid. Mmm. Very good. The heat ended up lower than a medium, I would say. But I like spice so YMMV. I would go up a notch or two next time. Service was friendly and fast, though minimal. I came right when they opened and was the only one there for a bit. Expensive, but it's seafood and a lot of it. Not quite as good as the best boil places I've been to, but pretty good, and I left stuffed with good food.“

“This place is Top Tier! From David, our Waiter to Dessert ? was PERFECT! The Bread Service with warm and soft Pretzel Bread, with whipped butter! Nobody has a better Bread Service! I had the Black Orchid Mocktail, Appetizer Surf and Turf (Scallops, Braised Short Ribs with Gnocchi and Black Garlic Jus) and my BFFFL had the Berries and Bubbles, THE LOBSTER MAC WAS EVERYTHING! The ridged pasta, with a silky-smooth Gruyére and Asiago Parmesan Béchamel Sauce and Succulent Lobster will be seared in my mind until the next time I am back in Columbus and I only had a spoonful from my Friend's plate! For Dessert, the Warm Butter Cake with Berries and Vanilla Bean Ice Cream was even better the next day!All I can say is GO! You won't be disappointed!“

“Joined friends for dinner, the server was enthusiastic, stayed on top of our needs. He brought us 2 loaves of bread with the basil oil for dipping. Bread was warm and fresh. The meals came out within minutes of each other, food was hot and tasted good, portions were a little smaller than in the past due to increase in cost of everything. My salmon was well done, prefer it more medium, same with my husband's steak. The drinks were really good. Overall a good night.“

“This hidden gem is absolutely amazing. From the food to the service - this place is 5 stars across the board. We’ve ordered different menu items every visit, and they’re always top notch. The short rib burger is in my top 3 best burgers of all time. Definitely one of my favorite spots in Columbus!“

“Visited Columbus for a few weeks and tried dinner at many restaurants. This was the only restaurant that I made sure to circle back to. Everything that was ordered as a group was shared and it was all a hit!!! Almost all of the appetizers Spoon pudding, Deviled eggs, wings, tots, mussels, wrapped dates, pie, Beet salad, just to name a few!“

“We had an incredible experience when we were in town for the Arnold. We made an unplanned decision to have lunch at The Guild House and couldn’t have been more impressed, by not only the food, but their incredible hospitality. They’re doing right.“

“Loved the fast, friendly, funny and graceful host without a doubt a spot to get some fat eats in ? My big Fat Greek sandwich has me feeling blessed and educated on why this place is "The Mad Greek" because I know I'm going to have to pop the button on my pants after this huge sandwich? ... For Greek food the prices weren't bad there was a nice bar and area for seating inside with a atmosphere that is comfortable and clean. Would definitely recommend. ✌??Vegetarian options: If you're a veggie Greek food has no shortage of options without meat ? I didn't try but would and a heartbeat and the pastries and desserts are nothing short of homemade slices of goodnessParking: Clean parking lot off a busy street so be careful pulling in and watch the pull out of your ride is lowKid-friendliness: Would definitely bring kids here“

“What a great place; Modern open decor with a cozy feel. They offer several Vegan and GF options, Our food was fantastic! We had the Fish Sandwich, Beef Chow Fung, and the 40 Yolk Tagliatelle. I tried them all and they were great. I had the Tropicalia Cocktail, it was refreshing and delicious. Our server was knowledgeable and attentive. Highly recommend.“

“This has become one of my favorite restaurants food is always delicious and service is always top tier. Our waiter was wonderful he engaged with us, also kept checking in on us to make sure everything was up to standard. I had a reservation for 7:45 p.m, but I made a call and they were able to get me in at 7:15 p.m which was great due to them being really busy due to prom season. I wish they would bring back the little crossiant that came with the salad they were really good but thanks again for a wonderful dinner for me and my family.“

“When we first walked it the ambiance screamed fancy the menu expensive but not overly priced. I got the brunch burger and omg it was so good. The service was amazing anytime we were low on drinks Ethan was always right on it with more no need to ask. Gave us time and didn't hover over would definitely come back. 10/10 anything coming out of the kitchen looked good. They have a dig salad menu as well. Wish I would of took pictures“

“Delish! The Staff Member we had, didn't know much about Oysters. Lol So we asked for Best Sellers. He gave us Mintersweet (WA), Fiddle Heads (MA) & Island Pearls (NE). All 3 had Different & Unique Flavor! We also tried the Jumbo Shrimp. You Can't Beat the Prices during their Happy Hour!“

“This place is a gem. Everything was absolute fantastic. Spent some time talking to the partners. Very nice people who I are local and will support. Food portions are perfect size and priced correctly. Food was very flavorful, all scratch kitchen made in house all the way down to horseradish! Can hardly wait to return when I'm in Columbus again.“

“If you like seafood definitely have to try this place. For my first time it was very good. The shrimp and crab legs were perfect. The shrimp in the bottom was a little over cooked but I’m not complaining. It was sitting in the juice and still tasted better than most places I have tried. Well worth it for the price and I definitely will be back!“

“Love their spam masubi and boba tea. Last few times they haven't had boba and subbed for jellies which isn't my favorite, but the tea is still very good. Have had a few things on the menu and liked everything I have tried.Parking: It's on a strip mall so there is limited parking.“

“I have lived in Columbus,oh a long time and I had a taste for fish so I looked up reviews and let me tell you this place dis not disappoint!!! The food is amazing!!!! Let me tell you the fish is hands down just flavorful and delicious it will make you feel like you never had fish before. Im working my way towards the chicken but drom what the locals say its amazing as well!!!“

“I was highly disrespected by a female manager that wouldn't give me her name. I placed a carryout order and picked it up with my 2year old son. I asked to have a drink at the bar, shr says i can't sit with my son at the bar, and she states she could make vme a togo drink, not mentioning i could sit elsewhere at a seat, booth etc. Some guy at the bar says i was asking too many questions. So i go to leave because at this point i feel disrespected. I then can and ask her name and she says she Doesn't have to give her name.“

“First time dining here. Wanted to take my wife somewhere special for a night away that we don't get often. We were not disappointed. Nicholas was our server and he did a wonderful job. Very informative on menu and very kind. Food was delicious! Will be back for sure.“

“So my girlfriend had a rough day, and when I got home, I thought I would surprise her and her daughter, she had just started getting a few things out to make dinner and I said "why don't you put that away and let's go grab a bite to eat. " I'm really glad we did, we not only had great service but an outstanding meal as well! The appetizers were excellent and the sushi rolls were exceptional. Our waitress was very attentive and gave great service. The price was very reasonable, we will definitely go back!“

“We had a goup of 6 go for my daughter's 17th birthday and it was our first time dining there. Andrew our waiter was amazing and even though we've never met, he was spot on with all his recommendations for the table. His service was fantastic. Then of course the food was wonderful!! Our steaks were cooked exactly how we wanted, you HAVE to get the gratin potatoes and bananas fosters dessert! It was a really fantastic experience!!“

“Phenomenal experience and exceptional service! We are always treated with the highest respect! Eric was our server , and he did an outstanding job! Our food was excellent! We love the spiendo de mare! It’s our go to every time! Best place to celebrate a birthday! You get a free desert! How sweet! The customer service is top notch!“

“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“

“The restaurant had a cozy atmosphere with dim lighting and soft jazz music playing in the background. We ordered our steaks cooked to perfection and savored every bite. The old fashions were mixed just right, with the perfect balance of bourbon, sugar, and bitters. It was a wonderful evening filled with good food, good drinks, and good conversation. We left feeling content and happy!“

“Great food and great atmosphere. The staff was very accommodating. I would highly recommend this restaurant for your next celebration. I had my Mom's 85th birthday party with about 30 guests. Its been a long time since I have experienced this kind of service. 5 stars for sure“

“Passing through the area and was craving Italian of which Columbus seemingly has 97 Italian restaurants...Settled on TAT Ristorante due to cozy look and have we have a 10yr old. Wow, so glad we did.This place is a throwback to traditional, Italian Sunday family eating.Calamari- light, tender with a homemade marinara.Wedding soup to die for. Salads in a chilled bowl with the light, crisp and bright vinegarette not to be skipped!I had a seafood lasagna special that l'll have dreams about, the cheeses were all crusty on the edges giving this texture beyond amazing.Aaaaaand we simply couldn't pass on dessert, the tiramisu was traditional comfort but.... The lemon cream cake is a light, airy lemony confection that I'll compare all future desserts to. Service was provided by someone I felt was family by the end of our meal! Lots of locals here, they know what's up. Hope to be back here again if I'm ever in Ohio again....!“

“Great food but it's a little pricey. And I called to place an order and they said I wasn't able to place an order. They also need to update the pictures of the menu. I went to the location and ordered the Shrimp Philly thinking it was $12.99 then the lady at the window tells me $15. It would be nice if things were up to date but for the most part it's great food.“

“I went on a Saturday afternoon, not busy at all. I shared a boil with a family member. The boil was OK, I'm a picky person. The staff was very attentive and friendly.Kid-friendliness: My child had the chicken tender kids meal, the portion was very generous.“

“Best gyro in town. I've been coming here for over 15 years. I won't go anywhere else for a gyro. They are friendly even under the busiest of times. They make you feel like family. Food is always made to perfection. In all these years never got a wrong order. I always get a chicken gyro with black olives added and they manage to make it feel like the first time every time. Delicious to the last bite.“

“1st time trying Poke bros. Very nice change up and flavor from usual food bowl places. Had The Duke has salmon, tuna, shrimp I opted for spicy, packed with flavor and taste fresh. Very friendly helpful staff, clean restaurant. Definitely be back.“

“DOS SABORES MEXICAN GRILL AND CANTINA is Fabulous ?. LOVE my shrimp ? & chicken ? fajitas. It was some of the best food I've tasted in a while. I got my meal on the go, I still enjoyed it as if I sat in the restaurant. And the customer service was Great ?. They were so Nice ?. I will definitely be back soon.Vegetarian options: They have it on the menuDietary restrictions: They have it on the menu“

“What a great place. I use to go to a place in Dublin but it closed and now my daughter have a new Chinese fav..... Food is always great.....service is great...just enough attention without pestering.....I hear staff talking to regulars and they talk like family so nice to witness......thank you for liking and taking pride in what you do!!!!! GREAT JOB!!!!“

“OMG! The food from Poke Bros is absolutely delicious!!!I swear there's a party in my mouth every time we order from them! Everyone in our family has enjoyed their delicious bowls!Everything from Poke Bros is always incredibly fresh and made exactly to order! We've had nothing but smiling, helpful, friendly service whenever we've gone to Poke Bros.The prices are very affordable! If you're vegetarian or pescatarian you'll be able to find things on their menu that you're sure to enjoy.Our entire family recommends Poke Bros very highly!“

“The location is ok, but it's always the little spots that have some of the best food.. I ordered some fried chicken and fries, it was so good. I love whatever seasoning they put on top, and I got a piece of pie it's not like a homemade, but it had nice flavoring to it. I will be back for their fish“

“I'll start with I travel to Columbus from the deep South regularly so I know what a good bowl of gumbo is. Perhaps I'm a little spoiled but I want to give an honest review but, this is just my humble opinion. The two orders of Gumbo I received were watered down to a soup consistency. Gumbo in the South is thick like chowder. With a little more rue added it would have been really good. All the flavors of the South were in there and really tasty. Also the shrimp in the gumbo pictures on the website are nice and fat like gulf shrimp used down South. What I received in my 2 cups was closer to popcorn shrimp. But it was still shrimp so I was okay with it and since I was in Columbus the selection of shrimp may be limited so I suppose you have to settle somewhat for what is available in the local area. The workers were nice and told me the owner was from Bama so I knew he knows good gumbo.. The price was about the same as what I pay down South so no complaints there. I'll be passing through Columbus again in about a week or so and will stop in for a second round. Perhaps I got served from a fresh pot that didn't have time to cook down and thicken. All in all it was really tasty so give them some support by trying something of the menu and see what you think. After I try round 2 I'll upgrade my review if the gumbo is a little thicker and the shrimp is like the size pictured. If not I'll just try other things that are on the menu to see what I like best. Thanks guys and gals for offering tastes from the South way up there in Columbus.“

“We stopped here on a trip to Columbus and we were pleased with our meal. Their food is nothing out of the ordinary, but it's a safe bet if you like American/BBQ.The staff was friendly, and there was almost no wait at all. Give it a shot if you're in the area.“

“I booked a table here based on some of the pictures I saw online. I thought I was booking a nice romantic spot. Not so much. We didn't want to sit over by the bar where there was a tv so asked to be put over by the window. Thought it would be quiet but turned out there must have been hockey regionals this weekend. Children running through and not quite the dining experience I wanted. Most of the food was good. The scallops were phenomenal with the risotto and spinach. My husband's steak was great except both of his sides were COLD. Not lukewarm but cold. Our server was amazing and took care of it and brought hot fries out for him. He also had broccolini as a side which looked like it had been cooked last week and just thrown in the dish. The dessert was ok. The hazelnut bread pudding was kind of dry and lukewarm although it was still acceptable. I have to say again that our server was amazing ( I'm sorry I forgot her name) Based on her service I would go back knowing now what to expect.“

“We had the best waiter ever! Elliot checked on us often. I asked for a plate to share some of my salad. He said I’ll have it split for you and took it to the kitchen.My prime rib was excellent! My friend’s chicken was great also.We had key lime pie for dessert which they also split for us.Pleasant evening!“

“We like to try random local spots after we go for a hike at the metro parks in Cbus. Stopped here because it intrigued us. We were pleasantly surprised. The service was friendly and the food was amazing. As a fan of seafood boils, I look forward to returning.“

“Best place in the whole city, the atmosphere is kinda rough but that’s what makes this place a hidden gem and it’s super underrated and amazing, anyone who loves Chinese food needs to support this place so we can keep it open for business hopefully forever.“

“My family had JD’s today and everything was hot and delicious! My son said the all beef hot dog was BUSSIN! Lol but seriously the whole wings were crispy and flavorful. The macaroni was cheesy and the baked beans were just right (lots of flavor and just enough sweet. We also order some whiting and it was crispy and flavorful. All the staff were welcoming and nice. I wish I took a photo but I was too hungry. Closed Monday and Tuesday FYI. Anywho check them out!“

“The restaurant is clean, friendly service and the food is amazing. My favorite is the oxtail dish, the dibi lamb is very tasty, tried the jollof rice for the first time and it was delicious. I also tried the lamb shawarma, so good. I'm still working my way to taste everything on the menu. I highly recommend this restaurant; definitely a must to try. One of many of my favorite restaurants.“

“We absolutely love Mr. Chicken! The man who runs it always gives great customer service! He us always polite and even though he sees alot of people he always knows who i am when I call in! We will continue to eat here! Love the chicken and fish!“

“I visited this place for the first time and it was wonderful!!!! Go run and visit Stephanie ASAP! Her service and recommendations were outstanding!!! I ordered the lobster roll and raw oysters and my husband ordered the crab and shrimp roll! Needless to say I couldn’t post a picture because we ate it all!!! Stephanie made the visit very pleasurable and she deserves a raise!!! Good job guys!!!“

“This is my favorite place to go when I get out. I only go in the day early. Well I went this evening 7:30 drove and 1 1/2 hr in a Friday snow storm, not busy. This time I was soo disappointed and I was bragging. I was surprised the food was trash. Butter sauce was not hot spicy wise, I don’t eat pork they put pork sausage in after I made it clear. Tonight just was not it. If I do deal with them again it’ll be in the mid day. Service was horrible, had 3 diffent servers it was a mess.“

“First time ordering and the food was excellent. Ordered through door dash and the restaurant called me to inform they were out of an item and asked what I wanted instead. Excellent customer service. Food was hot and fresh. I will definitely be ordering again.“

“I had the pleasure of visiting this incredible Black-owned family business this month and I was so pleased that I got to do so with a couple of friends. We tried a number of things including etouffee, jambalaya, a po boy, mac n cheese, green beans, beignets, soup, plus a whole lot of hospitality. The dining room at their current location is teeny tiny with only a couple of 2-seater tables, but we were able to push two together to accommodate 3 of us. They're located in a strip mall and the spot doesn't look like too much from the outside, with just a walk-up window on the interior. One of the owners, Tonya, took our orders and served us and let us know that her dad, a chef of 60 years was still rockin and rollin' in the kitchen. They have been at this location for 18 years. The etouffee was a little thin, but served with 2 tasty sides and had some good flavor. The chicken and andouille jambalaya was served in a heaping portion. Each were offered with a spice level between 1-5-- we ordered both with a level 4. They had some kick to them but weren't insanely spicy. The Toni po boy was so big that we received it in two different takeout containers. 1 serving of jambalaya and 1 sandwich could easily feed 4 people a hefty meal. Instead, I'll have leftovers for days and I'm not mad about it. The po boy was filled with a salad of sorts that included black olives, lettuce, and onions-- the main element was a mixture of fried proteins including mini shrimp and chicken. It came with 2 sides of their po boy sauce. I would recommend ordering extra sauce on the side if you can. We also tried one of their soups which was actually rice topped with the soup. It was all really tasty with a red sauce base containing a mix of veggies. The beignets were airy, light, fluffy, and came in an ample serving with a TON of powdered sugar and steaming hot, as they should. The amount of food we received for the price was definitely fair, especially considering that we were eating authentic family recipes. I dined with friends who have spent a lot of time in New Orleans, (I've never been), but was told that the jambalaya and po boy were both comparable to what they'd expect to find there. We were told that they'll be moving soon and opening a new location on Long St and I can't wait to check them out when they open up the new spot in June. They'll be closing this location at the end of March or early April so check them out beforehand if you can, or bookmark them for their reopening this summer-- I highly recommend it!“

“My girlfriend and I stopped in here late one night on a whim. I’m so glad we did! Such lovely people and a relaxing environment. The staff was very attentive, and the food was fantastic. (Get 2 orders of grape leaves; you won’t want to share.) It made for a great laid-back, late-night date.“

“This place is a hidden gem.Authentic Mexican flavors, all the things we tried were delicious.Gorditas, tacos and the chilaquiles with Carne asada just on point.I just wish they open earlier in the morning to have breakfast there.Service is fast and friendly.“

“It took me a few trips to review but I love it, I'm contracted every Friday at the apartments behind it, now granted I only ordered one thing off the menu and always tempt too! However they are consistent and I'm afraid if I order something else, my expectations probably will set to high. I might be let down and shy away. From a Cultural stand point, I'm born and Raised in New Orleans. So when I go to that little intersection, it reminds me of home so much. All those Blacks giving there money to another Race, in their own Neighborhood. And without the Resources, they will never ever ever have a community. Wings are big as hell , Fries are Free and they aren't stingy at all! Always hot with steam in your face when one opens the plate! Did I mention the wings are very Meaty!“

“I haven't been there for a while but I went on the 26th or 27th of March and my wings was old. They were so hard and had no flavor. It was a waste of money. I don't know if they changed owners or what but I was very very disappointed. I won't be going back.“