Spending time in downtown Columbus? Get to know this Columbus neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a market to an arcade.

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit downtown, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.

1. Hot Chicken Takeover

Topping the list is chicken shop Hot Chicken Takeover. Located at 59 Spruce St. in North Market, it's the most popular business in the neighborhood, boasting 4.5 stars out of 1,196 reviews on Yelp. 

The menu was inspired by Nashville hot chicken. Here, you'll find chicken at four different heat levels. There are even vegan options like the "not chicken sandwich," which is house seitan. 

2. North Market

Next up is farmers market North Market, situated at 59 Spruce St. With 4.5 stars out of 806 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite. 

"North Market is home to dozens of unique, independent merchants, farmers, and makers," according to the market's website. The market has everything from butchers to doughnuts and spices to sushi. 

3. Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams, a spot to score ice cream, frozen yogurt and desserts, is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 59 Spruce St., 4.5 stars out of 362 reviews. 

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams specializes in natural, artisan ice cream. The menu features flavors like Brown Butter Almond Brittle, Brambleberry Crisp and Salty Caramel. The spot also offers dairy-free ice cream options.

4. 16-Bit Bar+Arcade

16-Bit Bar+Arcade, an arcade and cocktail bar, is another much-loved neighborhood go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 292 Yelp reviews. Head over to 254 S. Fourth St. to see for yourself. 

16-Bit Bar+Arcade provides cocktails in an arcade setting. The establishment doesn't serve food, but you can bring in snacks from elsewhere. Video games are free to anyone who purchases a beverage. 

5. Brioso Coffee

Finally, check out Brioso Coffee, which has earned 4.5 stars out of 207 reviews on Yelp. You can find the spot to score coffee, tea and more at 14 E. Gay St. 

The coffee shop and roastery offers drip brew, cold brew, espresso, tea, smoothies and more. 

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