Circleville is about to get its own Waffle House, bringing a 24-hour, all-day breakfast stop to the busy U.S. 23 corridor. The company plans a freestanding restaurant on Crites Road across from the Buffalo Wild Wings plaza, although officials have not yet released a specific address or opening date. For now, anyone craving scattered, smothered, or covered still has to head to Groveport or Lancaster, but this spot would put late-night waffles and hashbrowns much closer to home.
Permit and site
A building permit has reportedly been issued for the project, clearing the way for construction on the green parcel at Crites Road and U.S. 23, opposite Buffalo Wild Wings. The Scioto Post reported that development is expected to begin soon, although the company has not announced an official opening date.
Waffle House's footprint in Ohio
According to its own site, Waffle House operates more than 1,900 restaurants across 25 states and maintains a sizable staffing footprint. The company highlights its around-the-clock service model as a defining feature, a format that has followed the brand into new markets across the country.
Nearest locations and local context
Local coverage from What Now Columbus notes that the closest Waffle House locations to Circleville are currently in Groveport and Lancaster. The new Circleville restaurant is set to join a retail stretch that already features KFC, Bob Evans, and Wendy's just north of the Walmart on Sperry Drive. What Now Columbus also reports that it has reached out to Waffle House for details on the construction timeline and is awaiting a response.
Menu and hours
The chain keeps a consistent menu across locations, built around breakfast staples available 24 hours a day. Signature items listed on the Waffle House menu include classic waffles, pecan and chocolate-chip varieties, customizable hashbrowns, the All-Star Special, and steak-and-eggs plates. The Circleville location is expected to follow the same service and menu model.
What happens next
With a permit reportedly in place, the construction schedule will hinge on contractors, inspections, and supply logistics, and specific milestones will likely show up in city records or in a formal company announcement. For now there are no confirmed dates, and local reporters say they will update coverage as new information is released, according to What Now Columbus.
