The Avenue Steak Tavern

Mandrake Rooftop delivers a skyline dining experience in Columbus, pairing Japanese-inspired flavors with craft drinks and breathtaking ambiance. Guests praise attentive, allergy-aware service and friendly staff. Highlights include the Zen Enzo roll, burruta flatbread, and espresso martinis, with indoor and outdoor seating and sunset views that elevate every visit.

Marcella's is a fine dining Italian restaurant in Columbus, Ohio, located at 615 N High St. The menu shines with roasted garlic cheese bread, fettuccine and meatball, and chicken parmesan. Guests praise attentive service from Asher and Sam, and standout items like Caesar salad with white anchovies and carbonara. Happy hour offers half-price pizzas, and reservations are recommended.

Domo Sushi Kitchen Bar in Columbus serves authentic Japanese cuisine with sushi, sashimi, and rolls. Located at 976 N High St (Short North), the restaurant earns praise for friendly, attentive service (including Jade), quick refills, and a welcoming vibe. Reviewers note real wasabi with sashimi, generous happy-hour portions like crispy rice and the sushi panini, and dishes such as crab Rangoon made in-house with real crab.

South of Lane is a cozy breakfast and brunch spot in Upper Arlington. The small space hosts 7-8 tables and uses counter ordering. The menu is vegetarian and gluten-allergy friendly, featuring elote omelet and bourbon maple French toast. Coffee is good and tea selection is solid. Free parking out front and disposable, compostable ware complement a welcoming, family-friendly vibe, even when busy.

Martini Modern Italian in Columbus delivers refined Italian dining on the 3rd floor of 445 N High St. The space blends a sleek modern edge with warm, comfortable seating and is consistently praised for attentive service. Guests highlight dishes like truffle garlic bread, chicken carbonara, salmon, and lasagna, plus craft cocktails. Valet service and a history dating back to 1996 are noted by guests.

Drunch Eatery + Bar in Columbus offers a playful brunch and breakfast menu that blends comfort food with upscale flavors. Guests rave about the extensive options—potato skins, crab cake Bennie, breakfast quesadilla, woawnuts, and the drunch egg rolls—plus a wide selection of mimosas. Attentive service and a friendly, family-owned vibe, with the owner and staff making guests feel like regulars, round out the welcoming experience.