“Eat” listings
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Milestone 229
Summer seems like it will never end with a lazy cocktail and a glazed pork belly appetizer on the pretty outdoor deck here, right beside the Scioto River. Bicentennial Park's giant water-and-light fountain splashes away nearby as you savor a barrel-cut sirloin steak or a 229 Bratwurst Burger. $$ (09/2011)
229 Civic Center Dr
614-427-0276
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Lemongrass Fusion Cuisine
This serene space is a Zen spot for sipping plum wine and savoring a lemongrass sushi roll made with tuna, salmon and smoked barbecue eel. Or try the sampler platter for a taste of three local favorites: seafood rangoon, chicken satay and spring rolls. $$$ (08/2011)
641 N High St
614-224-1414
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Mitchell’s Steakhouse
Mitchell’s grills ’em all. This re-imagined steakhouse tops them, too, with gorgonzola crust, cognac peppercorn or bacon. The sides are just as tempting, and have recently included jalapeño scalloped potatoes and green beans with walnut brown butter. $$$$ (08/2011)
45 N Third St
614-621-2333
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Chile Verde
The shopping center it's housed in may not look like Santa Fe, but taste the barbecue fajita burrito and gourmet margaritas and you’ll swear this is the real Southwest. The owners even fly in fresh green chiles and jalapeños overnight from New Mexico. $$ (06/2011)
4852 Sawmill Rd
614-442-6630
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Hubbard Grille
Come in and kick the tires at this 1920s Chevy dealership that sparkles as a new American bistro. Try a Hub Burger of black angus and manchego cheese, or buttermilk-fried all-natural Ohio chicken. Toast OSU with a Scarlet and Grey cocktail, or pour your own beer tableside. $$$ (06/2011)
793 N High St
614-291-5000
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Haiku Poetic Food and Art
The centerpiece of this serene Asian eatery is the sushi bar, where diners can watch the chefs in action. The menu also offers everything from pad thai to Asian steak with shiitake and enoki mushrooms. While you eat, be sure to channel your inner poet; everyone is encouraged to jot down a haiku, which may be hung on the wall. $$ (03/2011)
800 N High St
614-294-8168
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Tat Ristorante di Famiglia
The city’s oldest family-owned Italian restaurant—run by the much-loved Corrova family— has been satisfying local cravings since 1929. If you’re up early, try the breakfast frittata. The lunch and dinner menus have all the classics: manicotti, eggplant parmesan, meatball sandwiches. If you have any space left, fill it up with spumoni ice cream. $$ (03/2011)
1210 S James Rd
614-236-1392
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KNEAD URBAN DINER
Rick and Krista Lopez scout out the best Ohio products then turn them into handmade delicacies. Rick smokes bacon for his “bacaprese” version of the Caprese salad, and makes Italian sausage for his “fun-guy” pizza, while Krista bakes show-stopping desserts, from blueberry tarts to the bouchon, a chocolate “cork” brownie. $ (01/2011)
505 N High St
614-228-6323
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THE BROWN BAG DELICATESSEN
At this German Village landmark, share a tiny table with strangers while savoring steaming red pepper soup and a Village Addiction (smoked turkey and havarti topped with cranberry mayo and grilled on sourdough bread). In a hurry? Take out a sandwich or a daily special, such as Italian grilled flat iron steak. $ (11/2010)
898 Mohawk St
614-443-4214
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DEEPWOOD
Celebrate local bounty at this dining room, which serves roasted rack of lamb and poached lobster. The Elements of Art Gallery, located within the restaurant, lets diners soak up high art while they nosh. $$$ (09/2010)
511 N High St
614-221-5602
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DIRTY FRANK’S HOTDOG PALACE
This casual joint took the hot dog idea and ran with it. The menu offers almost 40 variations (most of which can be made vegetarian and vegan), including The Nicola (topped with tzatziki sauce and Greek relish) and the Texas Tommy (bacon-wrapped dog stuffed with cheese). $ (07/2010)
248 S Fourth St
614-824-4673
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CAP CITY FINE DINER AND BAR
This diner, lit up in neon Play-Doh colors, is a homey spot for chicken pot pie, New York strip steak or chili dogs (best eaten with a knife and fork). Bring a friend to share dessert: The Seriously Big Chocolate Cake is just that. $$ (05/2010)
1299 Olentangy River Rd, Grandview
614-291-3663
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