50 Best American Restaurants near Upper Arlington

“Went for 25th anniversary and it was an amazing experience. We got a full rack of ribs and the ribeye. Both were very delicious. Stephanie J did a great job of service. We went on a Tuesday at 7PM and it was quite full and lots of energy. I wound up having to sit beside my wife instead of across just to hear each other talk. But that just means everyone was having a great time!“

“Had breakfast there yesterday with my family. Management and staff were very friendly and efficient.. manager is friendly and such a kind guy. I felt as if I was in a small town as we struck up a conversation with the booth next to ours. My son and wife had a wonderful burger and fries with a old fashioned real scooped milkshake and I had the most delicious ham and cheese omelet . I can’t say enough good things about the experience. 5 star’s! Cant wait to come back!“

“Great for small group get together. First class staff!“

“International Pizza Day... First time having Rusty Bucket Sicilian Pizza, no peppers, add Pineapple...COWABUNGA!! Hot & Spicy!! Whoa!! My sinuses are cleared out!! Did not expect that... but pleasantly SURPRISED how WOW good it is once the palate adapts... I will have to have The French Onion Soup next time. Had to follow this International Holiday as I supported Don Roberts for State Senate District 25.... The Event went VERY well. Packed!! Everyone chowing down so complacent and happy where I was late and couldn't eat but one slice before doing my thing... #ITrek4Trump🖖🏼👕🚪🌐🇺🇲 Camera in One Hand. Phone recording in the other... 10yrs Trekking for Trump Volunteering Grassroots Everything... Rusty Bucket easily on my TOP TEN LIST of most Favourite Restaurants and Meeting Spots... I usually have their Epic Fish & Chips and will most likely select something different from their menu next Time... I'll be baaack!! Great Service✔️Great Management✔️EXCELLENT FOOD & ATMOSPHERE✔️🍕🐢💚👕🚪🌐🦇🎵🇺🇲“

“Imagine my surprise and delight when I looked for a restaurant, near my hotel in Columbus, Ohio this evening, and found SOW! SŌW Plated was founded by people who wanted to demonstrate that brain healthy and mood supportive food could also be delicious. We had a wonderful conversation with one of the owners who is interested in what I am doing with both the Academy for Addiction and Mental Health Nutrition and Eating Protein Saves Lives. We then had an amazing dinner 🙂. Hopefully, we will find a way to collaborate.“

“The food here is the best. You can choose healthy options or not so healthy options. You will not be disappointed.“

“Such an awesome place I just discovered today. Great service and delicious offerings I’ll be back!“

“Amazing food southern comfort menu and great family atmosphere could take kids or just have a ladies brunch 100% recommend“

“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“

“Support!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!“

“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!“

“The best and crunchiest pizza I have ever had! First time having it and it will definitely be number one on my list! The sub was loaded with meat and super good too!“

“Such a great place. Love the natural light and nice people.“

“Went in with a small group the night of Pride. Chad has what it takes to make the place run smooooooth. We watched him and his charisma and were very impressed with how he handled the crowd. He made everyone feel welcome and important (even when they tried to jump the line). Our waitress was Summer and she didn’t miss a beat. Everything we ordered came out hot and perfectly prepared!
Thank you for the quality service and food! Great atmosphere, food and service!“

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

“Stopped in for happy hour-ordered the KFC bites, fried green tomatoes, and deviled eggs. All 3 were fantastic! The entrees were delicious and the cocktails were incredible! Service was also top tier!“

“Great food and very friendly staff. The prices are good and the portions are large, I always bring something home. The coffee is good and hot, and I love the different mugs they have.“

“I’m visiting for Atlanta and just walked in here. The food was so good! The sushi was so fresh and flavorful! Also had the burger and triple dip. It was nice to have different cuisines in one meal. Mayli was our server and she was so sweet and had great recommendations! She gave us a full menu walk through and her communication was top tier. Thank you!“

“Food is good, though it is the only place I know where you have to sit at a high top or a bar stool to get discounts on appetizes during happy hour. Not everyone can sit on a high seat.“

“The sweet potato crockpot.“

“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!“

“Overall, a very pleasant experience. Our sever was friendly and attentive. Nice vibe, relatively quiet even with large groups and children seated near. Food was all good. We had the June special drinks and dessert. I recommend both. We loved the tempura mushrooms and grilled peppers. The restaurant is pricey with relatively small portions, but the quality is there. I would definitely go again should I find myself back in the area.“

“Relaxing, entertaining & fun. The food is adequate.“

“Amazing experience from cocktails to apps to entrees! I mentioned my nut allergy and I felt that was heard - which made my birthday dinner stress free. The servers and waitress were attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. It can be a loud environment, so if you are looking for a more quiet, intimate place it is something to consider. Will be back for their happy hour!“

“Forgive my photo; I'm not a photographer! 🤣 Holy cow, this food is incredible!!! I went today for the Monday Smash Burger Special for $13.50 which included a single smash burger, a huge basket of homemade fries, and a water! The smash burger and fries were both extremely fresh and blazing hot. The smash burger was SO delicious, beefy, and cheesy, and the bun was perfection. The fries were homemade; I watched the cooks cut whole potatoes and fry them up. Everything was so mouth-watering! 10/10 for food; I will definitely visit again. I didn't get to meet Josh, but I had a really great conversation with Zay!“

“A really great experience and a perfect way to close out a busy day. After spending all day visiting OSU, this was a great place to grab a quick meal and a cocktail before heading home. The staff was friendly and the prices were on point. Complimentary drinks and good food rounded out the meal. Try the margarita pizza and nachos with both dips! Will definitely be coming back.“

“We had several dishes but the short rib was tender and delicious. The burger which my son stared was the best he ever had echoed by the server was ok. I would definition come back for the short rib... the cookies were smaller than miniature but it's a nice touch.“

“Stopped in for the first time today finally. Absolute best coneys I have had in a long, long time!!!! Will definitely be back!!!!“

“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.“

“As soon as I walked in I was greeted by the owner Frank, super nice guy.
The cashier was super nice and helpful as well. I told him I've never been there before and I he was very helpful with selecting the right coney.
The food was amazing and all around great experience. Definitely we be returning to try other items!“

“10 out of 10. Food and staff were both fantastic. Highly recommend“

“excellent food. amazing breakfast and service!“

“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 ⭐️“

“server was fantastic...food was tasty...portions a tad small. overall positive experience“

“I’ve been excitedly waiting for this location to open since I work right down the road. Stopped by for lunch today and ordered my usual- half slab of ribs, fries and green beans. Plus a couple bottles of my favorite sauce of all time, Sweet City. Delicious as always. The ribs seemed even meatier than I’m used to at the other locations I frequent. Lemonade was great too.“

“My husband and I really enjoy eating at rusty bucket! Food was great.. Customer service was amazing! We've been definitely go back and recommend. Thanks“

“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!“

“We love Delaneys! They have great food and the staff is friendly !“

“Recommended by a friend. Excellent food, not your average bar, these guys understand food!“

“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.“

“I love Mexican food I recommend eating here. My family tried the beef and chicken birra enchiladas. We all loved it, even my three cats. 😋“

“🍷 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“

“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!“

“Nice American style fine dining. Dishes generally lean towards the sweeter end of the pallet. Meal comes with a starter of good bread, sweet cream butter and garlic. Friendly wait staff are knowledgeable about the dishes and check in an appropriate amount without being overbearing. They treat special occasions like birthdays and anniversaries to a little extra. We got a rose and dessert.“

“Overall really good experience. We had no wait on a Monday holiday, couldn’t believe how fast our food came out. Eggs Benny were amazing & the side potatoes were just as good! I wish there were more of a specialty coffee/latte menu. I was super disappointed when the waitress said only hot coffee or a cold brew 🥴 thought for sure a brunch place would have really good lattes.“

“Excellent from start to finish“

“Great pricing. Great food portions. Amazing specials. Wednesday is a great day to visit. Great staff. Great owners. Fun environment“

“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.“

“Fun atmosphere! Go Irish ☘️“

“I stopped in while back in town for Christmas. I had a great smash burger, fries, and cheese curds. All were great. The sauces were all homemade and great as well. Everyone was friendly and very attentive. I highly recommend Ash & Em in Hilliard.“