Craving Southern food?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top Southern spots around Columbus, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to venture next time you're on the hunt.
1. Hot Chicken Takeover
Topping the list is Hot Chicken Takeover. Located at 4203 N. High St. in Whetstone, the traditional American, Southern and soul food spot is the highest-rated Southern restaurant in Columbus, boasting 4.5 stars out of 464 reviews on Yelp.
2. Ray Ray's Hog Pit
Next up is Ray Ray's Hog Pit, located at 2619 N. High St. in the University District. With 4.5 stars out of 362 reviews on Yelp, the food truck, which offers barbecue and more, has proven to be a local favorite.
3. Hot Chicken Takeover
Easton's Hot Chicken Takeover, located at 4198 Worth Ave., is another top choice. Yelpers give the traditional American and Southern spot, which offers comfort food and more, 4.5 stars out of 206 reviews.
4. Smoked on High BBQ
Smoked on High BBQ, a beer bar that offers barbecue and sandwiches in the Brewery District, is another much-loved go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 188 Yelp reviews. Head over to 755 S. High St. to try it for yourself.
5. The Eagle
Over in Italian Village, check out The Eagle, which has earned four stars out of 480 reviews on Yelp. You can find the traditional American and Southern spot at 790 N. High St.
6. Legacy Smokehouse
Last but not least, there's Legacy Smokehouse, a South Franklinton favorite with 4.5 stars out of 68 reviews. Stop by 340 Greenlawn Ave. to hit up the eatery, which offers barbecue and more.
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