1.

Buca di Beppo
343 North Front Street, Columbus, OH
Family-style platters and hefty bottles of wine take this Italian dining experience over the top.

2.

Mongolian Barbecue
6238 Sawmill Rd, Columbus, OH

3.

Japanese Steak House
479 N High St, Columbus, OH

4.

Wholly Joe's Chicago Eatery - Polaris
1182 E Powell Dr., Lewis Center, OH

5.

Shadowbox Cabaret
164 Easton Town Ctr, Columbus, OH
The most hip, provocative and noisy performances in town.

6.

Lindey's
169 E. Beck St., Columbus, OH
A lovely restaurant in a beautifully restored building in German Village, serving traditional American fare.

7.

Best Wings USA Quaker Steak & Lube
8500 Lyra Dr., Columbus, OH

8.

Martini Italian Bistro--Downtown
445 N High St, Columbus, OH
This eatery and gathering place makes a big dent in the myth that no one will come downtown for a good time.

9.

Saigon Palace Restaurant
114 N Front St, Columbus, OH

10.

Cap City Diner--Grandview
1299 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH
A swank neo-diner done up in shiny chrome and big, bold colors.