Fresh American bites with a welcoming Short North vibe.
Northstar Cafe in the Short North sits at 951 N High St, Columbus, OH. This American cafe operates on a self-serve, order-at-counter model with quick service. Guests hail its clean spaces, attentive staff, and organic ingredients, with favorites like the avocado chicken sandwich and fresh desserts. Outdoor seating with heaters and a welcoming vibe complement a casual, flavorful experience.
951 N High St, Columbus, OH 43201, USA
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Serving hearty morning meals like breakfast burritos and turkey hash in a relaxed setting.
Offering fresh sandwiches, burgers, and salads with organic ingredients, including the popular avocado chicken sandwich.
Enjoy cocktails, wine, and house-made beverages like ginger ale in a comfortable atmosphere.
Cozy patio area with heaters, perfect for dining al fresco year-round.
Efficient order-at-the-counter setup for fast, quality meals on the go.
Overall rating
Mike N
Northstar Cafe in Columbus was a great find. The cookie alone was worth the stop. Fresh, soft, and full of flavour. The sandwiches and shakes were just as impressive and everything tasted like it was made with real quality ingredients. This is an order at the counter and serve yourself style cafe, so there is no table service, but the setup works well for the vibe of the place. The food comes out quickly, the space is clean, and the atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming. Overall, Northstar Cafe delivered a delicious and enjoyable experience. Great food, great desserts, and a casual style that makes it easy to sit back and enjoy your meal. Five stars.
Amir Shahmoradi
Great for breakfast and lunch. The avocado chicken sandwich is great with a finely toasted bun. Nice outdoor sitting area with heaters, which make sitting outside blissful. Very clean inside and outside. The staff are particularly careful about cleanliness of mugs and silverware. We saw them checking and changing three mugs before handing us one that did not have any spots on it. They are also careful to not touch inside the mugs. And the best of all, we noticed some items in the menu and ingredients staff use are organic. What better than having organic food at reasonable price. This place left a good memory of Columbus for us. I wish them a booming business for their quality work and service.
David Williamson
In town visiting for work and came across the Northstar Cafe. Quick service - even with a number of customers arriving at the same time. My order was taken promptly, and some personal recommendations provided by the server. Seated outside, great atmosphere both inside and outside. Ended up with the chicken and avocado sandwich which was delicious. For a drink I had the shooting star. When traveling for work I try to find any opportunity to maximize healthy options. Really great meal, friendly staff and good atmosphere.
Luewilla Smith
I was visiting from out of town for a conference and my friend and I came for dinner. The manager, Gabe was very warm and inviting to us. We ordered the chicken and avocado sandwich and Pimiento burger w/sweet potato fries. Gabe even let us try the the Northstar burger since it was our first time there! The food was simply delicious & the house ginger ale is amazing!!! Beautiful, comfortable ambiance. We didn’t have drinks other than the house ale, but they have a full bar with wine and cocktails that looks well stocked! A must try! 👍🏽😍
Alex Broshious
North Star is always solid and this location is no exception. Has a good look and a good vibe, with big windows that make people watching fun. Service was great, everybody who worked there was attentive and nice. Food was also good. Got the breakfast burrito and the turkey hash.
