If 2017–2019 was the era of the new roof terraces in Columbus, 2020–2021 will herald a food hall / city market boom. Dublin, Franklin Park, Hilliard, Italian Village and New Albany all welcome new hangouts at a time when we want to reconnect with our community. Here is a breakdown.
6031 Central College Road, New Albany
Status: Opening autumn 2021
About the building: New building
Ready meals / restaurants: Afra Grill, Beyond the Brix, Fay’s Crêpes, Levant Mediterranean Eatery, Rocoto, Solo Merengues Bakery, Tortilla, Willowbeez SoulVeg
Beverage options: A wine bar is in preparation.
Outside areas: Over 11,000 square meters of outdoor terrace and green space
What distinguishes it: There’s nothing quite like it in New Albany, with a very diverse selection of cuisines.
1086 N. Fourth St., Italian village
Status: Open
About the building: Renovated dairy from the 19th century
Ready meals / restaurants: Alphabetically, Boni Filipino Street Food, Borgata Pizza, Cluck Norris, Cousins Maine Lobster, Pokebap, Modern Southern Table, Stauf’s Coffee, Tacos Rudos
Beverage options: Offers bars on three levels with plenty of beer, wine and cocktails
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Outside areas: A beer garden on the first floor and a bar on the roof
What distinguishes it: The Food Hall has a stunning renovation, full service from Cameron Mitchell staff, and lovely rooftop views.
5354 Center St., Hilliard
Status: Open
About the building: New building replaces a NAPA auto store
Ready meals / restaurants: Al’s Delicious Popcorn, Bakes by Lo, The Cheesecake Girl, Coffee Connections, Dumplings of Fury, Meatball Mafia, Pitabilities, Rime Time, Serendipity, Two Step Tacos
Beverage options: Crooked Can Brewing Co. is the cornerstone of the provider.
Outside areas: A large terrace / beer garden
What distinguishes it: The open-air area in the heart of Old Hilliard is part of a DORA (Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area).
6750 Longshore Street, Dublin
Status: Open
About the building: New building
Ready meals / restaurants: Bake Me Happy, Black Radish Creamery, BREaD Bakery + Café, Bubbles Tea & Juice Co., Local seafood on the coast, Dos Hermanos, Falafel Kitchen, Lan Viet, The Little Kitchen, Pasta Ditoni’s, Kintsugi Sushi Bar
Beverage options: The Market Bar offers beer, wine and cocktails to enjoy or take away.
Outside areas: Market bar terrace, bistro tables along the building and some outside counters
What distinguishes it: This state-of-the-art public market serves as a one-stop shop for protein, fresh seafood, baked goods, wine, groceries, and many convenience foods.
Trolley District East Market
Kelton Avenue and Oak Street, Franklin Park
Status: Opening August 2021, brewery follows
About the building: Renovated tram barn from the 1880s
Ready meals / restaurants: Creole to Geaux, Fourteen Twenty Nine Bakery, Yellow Brick Pizza and other suppliers to be named
Beverage options: A taproom for Columbus Brewing Co. and a whisper bar are in the works.
Outside areas: A raised terrace and a CBC beer garden are planned.
What distinguishes it: This ambitious reinterpretation of a stunning old building complex is likely to transform Franklin Park.
More:Trolley District near Franklin Park is slated to open in August with Food Hall, Brewpub
