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Gallo's Kitchen
$$$$•Creole•4.8(1,435)Gallo's Kitchen & Bar features Creole and Italian cuisine. The restaurant's atmosphere is comfortable and friendly, providing a casual yet memorable dining experience. Head Chef, Tommy Gallo's culinary linage has ties to some of the best chefs of New Orleans. Offering a menu comprising of entrées, appetizers, sandwiches, soup and salads, providing fresh and flavorsome meals.
Popular dishes include Seafood Creole, The Daily Sautéed Fish, Ohio Proud Filet Mignon, Gumbo with rice, Chicken Etouffee, Pasta Russo Bolognese, Gallo's House Marinara, and Gallo's. The Daily Specials consists of creations by the restaurant's chefs. It's based on fresh fish, seasonal produce and local beef to provide customers with a unique dining experience.
Gallo's Kitchen also has a bar area known for an expansive wine list, featuring 24 glass pours and over 30 additional bottle listings. The bar also in known for craft cocktails and premium draft and bottled beers.Hudson 29 - Upper Arlington
$$$$•American•4.7(4,968)Hudson 29 Kitchen + Drink. A gathering place for family and friends to share life deliciously from the chefs at Cameron Mitchell Restaurants.
Named for the storied Hudson River Valley, home of the Culinary Institute of America, and the route which winds through Napa Valley, Hudson 29 is a collection of great flavors and influences from both. Featuring a menu of familiar favorites crafted from the finest ingredients and an artfully composed wine list of over 100 bottles.
Stop by Hudson 29 soon, and share a few tales of your own.
Littleton's Market Restaurant & Cafe
$$$$•Bistro•4.7(283)Combining a gourmet grocery market and an all-day restaurant and cafe, Littleton’s Market aims to be the premier destination for people who love food and wine in Columbus. Littleton’s offers many products from growers and suppliers not previously available in Columbus, offering the finest quality meat, seafood, produce, specialty grocery items, and a significant selection of wine and beer.Rusty Bucket - Arlington
$$$$•American•4.6(439)Rusty Bucket is a casual neighborhood tavern serving the highest quality food and beverage in a “come as you are” setting. Scratch kitchens, fresh cocktails, and the perfect pour are our craft. Our associates are welcoming, and our hospitality naturally makes us the local hub where friends and family frequently gather to share in a good time.
Happy Hour, Monday - Friday from 3-6pm.
Half Priced Apps; $12 Pizzas; $7 Juicy Lucy Burgers; $1 Off Beer, Wine, & Cocktails. Our Happy Hour brings together good food, great drinks, and even better company!
Lupo on Arlington
$$$$•Global, International•4.7(391)A chef-driven dining experience in the heart of Old Upper Arlington. Executive Chef Todd Elder prides himself on our constantly changing menu featuring ingredients from local partners at Hershberger Farms, Coast to Local Seafood, Bluescreek Farms, and Mushroom Harvest as well as a selection of globally imported goods. Each visit can become a new dining experience. Try a taste of Spain with a paella or go on a journey to Italy with a house-made pasta. Feeling adventurous? Then try a signature dish, slow braised and barbecued Octopus with seasonal pairings. Or stay close to home with a Smashburger or seasonal salad!
During summer nights relax with a Lupo craft cocktail, glass of wine, or local beer on the patio. Sit indoors and enjoy our cozy dining room, bar, or private Vault Dining Room. There is never any issue with parking at Lupo with our private parking lot next door and plenty of spaces out front!Hofbrauhaus Columbus
$$$$•International•4.6(1,105)Add a Bavarian flair to your next dining adventure at Hofbräuhaus Columbus! From live music and entertainment, to authentic fresh brewed Hofbräuhaus Biers, we offer a classic Bavarian atmosphere that lends itself to fun, daily. We offer authentic recipes that are made fresh daily featuring traditional Bavarian dishes, as well as American favorites, along with a variety of Soups, Salads, and Sandwiches. We are sure you will find something to please your palate!
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- DDavidWashington, D.C. Area •26 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoAs always, CM provides an outstanding menu with the best quality meals in central Ohio. The wait staff constantly exceeded expectations. Highly recommend.More infoHudson 29 - Upper Arlington$$$$• American• Upper Arlington•4.7
- TTammyColumbus •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoWe celebrated my husband’s birthday and were thoroughly impressed! As never dining at this CM establishment it easily shot to the top of a highly rated favorite. Our server Ethan was exceptional who provided a nice, experienced flow to our evening. The food was outstanding, oh those parm green beans, the steaks, the sides, the dessert…oh my!!! And do yourself a favor and do not skip on the cocktails…so tasty and a satisfying long pour! The decor was fascinating and the atmosphere was fun albeit a little loud however that would not hinder us from returning.More infoThe Avenue - Grandview$$$$• Steakhouse• Grandview Heights•4.8
- SSusanColumbus •16 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoOur food was perfection!!! The shrimp and calamari appetizer has the most amazing coating and dipping sauces!!! The star of the show was our frozen espresso martini!!!!More infoLindey's$$$$• Contemporary American• German Village•4.8
- MMariaGoldVirginia •20 reviews4.0Dined 5 days agoBusiness friends from out of town gathered for HH . We had fantastic service with Zach, providing us insight to our menu choices and cocktails. All well done. We had scallops, meatballs a pizza and few other apps. Would recommend itMore infoForno Kitchen and Bar$$$$• American• Short North - Arena District•4.8
- BBarbGoldColumbus •20 reviews5.0Dined on Oct 26, 2026Perfection as usual. Spinach salad was amazing as well as the traditional meatloaf entree. Service is always exceptional.More infoCap City Fine Diner & Bar - Grandview$$$$• American• Grandview Heights•4.7
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Upper Arlington is an upscale suburb with easy access to both the Ohio State University and Downtown Columbus. Situated on the city’s northwest side, next to the Scioto River, its manicured lawns, impressively sized houses and neat, tree-lined streets have attracted many affluent families. Dining options include everything from family-friendly lunch spots to elegant bistros and upmarket steakhouses. Be sure to check out the smaller, family-owned eateries, many with an Italian flair. Old-school favorites like lasagna or chicken parmesan are lovingly crafted with long-simmered sauces and freshly made pasta. Don’t forget to get a scoop of homemade gelato. Need a late-night snack? Upper Arlington has some of the best pizzerias in the area.
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Healthy restaurants located in Upper Arlington include Littleton's Market Restaurant & Cafe (opens in a new tab), Hudson 29 - Upper Arlington (opens in a new tab) and Gallo's Kitchen (opens in a new tab)
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Upper Arlington are Nicola Restaurant and Bar - Columbus (opens in a new tab), Gallo's Kitchen (opens in a new tab) and Littleton's Market Restaurant & Cafe (opens in a new tab)
Bottomless brunch in Upper Arlington is available at Littleton's Market Restaurant & Cafe (opens in a new tab), Hudson 29 - Upper Arlington (opens in a new tab) and Grandview Cafe (opens in a new tab)
The most romantic restaurant in Upper Arlington is Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse - Upper Arlington (opens in a new tab)
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