Looking to discover the freshest spots downtown? From a reborn version of a popular bar in the Flatiron building to the return of an upscale steak house and the introduction of a new place to nosh, here's the scoop on the latest enterprises to open downtown.
Flatiron Tavern
129 E. Nationwide Blvd.
Flatiron Tavern is a sports bar and traditional American spot, offering sandwiches and more.
Customer favorites at the new eatery include spinach and artichoke dip served with pita, the Impossible burger with lettuce, tomato and onion; the buffalo chicken sweet potato fries and the Philly cheesesteak. According to a local news report, the new eatery replaces a bar and diner in the same space that closed last year after nearly three decades in business.
With a five-star Yelp rating out two reviews, Flatiron Tavern has been garnering positive attention.
Yelper Navapat K. noted, "We got the Smash burger, juicy and cooked to perfection. Fries were crispy and done just right; the house-made cherry pepper aioli was our favorite, with the horseradish mayo a close second."
Yelper Tyler M. wrote, "Super friendly staff, great beer and liquor selection. They have the best cheesesteak I have ever had. I recommend it with the habanero pepper jack and the horseradish! A+ food, staff, and experience."
Flat Iron Tavern is open from 11 a.m.–10 p.m. on Sunday through Thursday and 11 a.m.–midnight on Friday and Saturday.
Ruth's Chris Steak House
511 N. High St.
Ruth's Chris Steak House is a traditional American fine-dining spot, offering steaks, seafood and more.
The restaurant's centerpiece is seared USDA Prime steaks, finished with butter and freshly chopped parsley, and served sizzling on a 500-degree plate. This location's opening marks the return of the upscale brand to Columbus; it previously had a restaurant on the city's North side that closed three years ago.
With a four-star rating out of eight reviews on Yelp, Ruth's Chris Steak House has been earning positive attention.
Yelper Kristin K., who reviewed Ruth's Chris Steak House on Oct. 7, wrote, "So happy they opened in Columbus. Half the space is the bar. It is sexy, open, windows open and beautiful wine bottles. The happy hour is 4 to 6:30 p.m., and it is awesome! The dining room is beautiful, and the food is on par."
Yelper Londa N. wrote, "There is a dress code, business casual, [but] I see people with blue jeans and sneakers. The food is expensive but well worth it. The lights are dimmed with candles lit, very nice."
Nosh on High
149 S. High St.
Nosh on High is a traditional American spot, offering tapas, seafood and more.
The new eatery specializes in American-style tapas, such as the Ballpark (house-made sausage/beer kraut/bread sauce) and What Came First (chicken crisps/deviled eggs) as well as such "land and sea" entrees, such as sirloin and salmon.
Nosh on High currently holds 4.5 stars out of 30 reviews on Yelp, indicating that it has been a welcome addition to the neighborhood.
Yelper Tessa S., who reviewed the restaurant on Oct. 7, wrote, "Hands down one of my new favorites. Great addition to the downtown restaurant scene. Only a month old, this restaurant provides great tapas to share."
Yelper Les P. wrote, "...I was blessed to partake and nosh in some great eats here. I sat on the patio during my solo adventure and ordered the deviled eggs and mac and popperish plate. The taste was divine..."
Nosh on High is open from 11 a.m.–10 p.m. on Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m.–11 p.m. on Friday and 4 p.m.–11 p.m. on Saturday. (It's closed on Sunday.)
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