Best Restaurants for Foodies in Northwest Columbus

VASO is an awesome and unique lounge that is well worth a visit. They drinks are creative and the food never disappoints.

We had a last minute reservation for a Galentine’s dinner, and had a wonderful time. Our table was in the front room which was perfect for three ladies to catch up, as the noise level was normal there and slightly less crowded than the bar area got by the time we left. Our waiter was Jeremy, he was kind, attentive to our needs, and gave us suggestions as we asked for them. The food was delicious; one of us had the salmon dish, another had a bowl and I had sushi. You simply can’t go wrong with the selections here!

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Cilantro for Valentine’s Day, and it was such a fantastic experience! This place really stands out with its unique Latin fusion cooking—it's as authentic as Venezuelan food gets, fresh and absolutely delicious. Unlike many other Latin fusion spots, this one doesn't just serve a Mexican take; it offers something truly different. The decor was lovely—understated yet elegant and warm, creating a perfect atmosphere for the evening. The live music really added to the ambiance, making it feel even more special. I loved how they decorated for Valentine’s with single roses hanging from the ceiling among the green wall decor; it was such a nice touch! For our dinner, we enjoyed a special five-course tasting menu paired with a tropical cocktail, all at a surprisingly reasonable price—definitely a welcome change from the pretense of other top chef-inspired places. A big shout-out to our charming waitress, Alexandra, who was fantastic at explaining each course and checking in on us throughout the night. Overall, Cilantro made for a truly magical Valentine’s dinner. I highly recommend it!

First time there for Valentine’s Day. Really enjoyed our meal. Excellent food and service despite the fact that it was very busy because it was Valentine’s Day. Gallo‘s kitchen and bar serves high-quality food in a casual atmosphere. Staff is extremely friendly. It has an unusual mixture of continental Italian and New Orleans food. We had the gumbo for a starter, which was excellent as was the rest of the meal, steak for myself and lamb chops for my wife. Excellent experience. Highly recommended we intend to go back.

Food and service were excellent, noise level was not good, too loud.