Best Casual Restaurants in Polaris

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodMexicanJapanese

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Columbus

Neighborhoods

ClintonvilleColumbusCrown RidgeDelawareDublinEaston

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

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BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

61 restaurants available nearby

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1. Flour Modern Pasta Bar

4.3

Awesome(112)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Polaris

Booked 21 times today

Welcome to our modern pasta bar, where we blend global flavors and pasta shapes with the comforting traditions of Midwest cuisine. All our pasta is freshly made in-house, ensuring quality and flavor in every dish. Located in the Polaris Mall next to Barnes and Nobles Enjoy an easy and affordable preset menu for dinner, featuring salads, in house baked breads, a variety of handmade pastas, and delightful desserts. Our focus on craft cocktails with local spirits promises to bring a fresh vibe to the Polaris Cocktail scene.Join us for a memorable dining experience that combines tradition with innovation in a vibrant atmosphere by Chef Yash Kishinchand and the family of Rooh Columbus.

2. Molly Woo's

4.6

Exceptional(3302)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • Polaris

Booked 23 times today

With red lanterns, Asian artifacts, high ceilings & dramatically flavored Pan-Asian Cuisine, Molly Woo's reverberates with the incredible energy & big flavors of all things Asia. At Molly Woo's, located at Polaris Fashion Place, your palate can tour a variety of Asian ports-of-call. The peppery stir fries of the Szechwan Province. The freshest sushi from Japan. The noodle dishes of Canton, Singapore and Thailand. Mongolian hot pots. Award-winning Spring Rolls. All prepared authentically & presented artistically.

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3. Mimi's Cafe - Columbus

4.4

Awesome(98)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Columbus

Booked 15 times today

Make any mealtime an event to savor. From sweet and savory breakfast dishes to mouthwatering entrées, crowd-pleasing to tempting desserts, every dish is made with care, just for you and your guests. Find exactly what you’re craving at Mimi’s.

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4. Brio Italian Grille - Columbus - Polaris Brio

4.0

Excellent(1271)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Columbus

Booked 12 times today

Brio Polaris is a premier Tuscan-inspired Italian restaurant in Columbus, OH serving authentic, northern Italian cuisine, luxury wines & cocktails-our specialties include premium quality steaks, chops, seafood, made-to-order pasta and flatbreads. If you're looking for the best holiday party venue or restaurant for Thanksgiving, Brio offers easy reservations and catering services to make your event special. Whether dining in or ordering online, Brio Polaris is the place to eat in Columbus, OH for great Italian cuisine. Visit us today-reserve your table or order online!

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5. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Polaris

4.1

Excellent(265)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Polaris

Booked 9 times today

Time counts at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we've continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ's a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ's to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we've put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven't just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it's because of them we're continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ's, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

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6. Dave & Buster's - Columbus (Polaris)

4.1

Excellent(59)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Polaris

Booked 5 times today

Each Dave & Buster's has more state-of-the-art games than ever, more mouth-watering menu items and the most innovative drinks anywhere. From wings to steaks, we've got whatever suits your appetite and our premium bar assures we're stocked to satisfy! Plus, you can watch your game on one of our massive HDTVs with epic stadium sound.

7. Chile Verde

4.7

Exceptional(53)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican / Southwestern • Columbus

Booked 3 times today

For more than 32 years, our local independent restaurant has been dedicated to bringing the flavor of New Mexico to Central Ohio. This cuisine takes extraordinary people, passion and effort to create. Our homemade, New Mexican family recipes blend the rich history of Native American, Spanish and Anglo traditions. The basis for these recipes is certified green and red chile imported from Albuquerque. From family gatherings to any special occasion, our loyal staff is committed to serving you. From our family in New Mexico and Columbus, to yours, we thank you for dining local.

8. HARU Omakase

4.8

Exceptional(69)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Polaris

Booked 8 times today

Experience a Japanese culinary tour at HARU Omakase, crafted by Executive Chef Yudi Makassau. We specialize in modern sushi prepared using traditional techniques. Each curated course showcases seasonal ingredients and unique flavor pairings, and our selection of wine and saké pairings perfectly complement each dish. Enhance your dining experience at our omakase bar where you can get up close and personal with the preparation of your meal and interact with our chefs while they serve you directly. Join us for an unforgettable evening where tradition meets innovation!

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9. Marcella's Italian Kitchen - Polaris

4.6

Exceptional(4416)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Polaris

Booked 37 times today

Marcella's Italian Kitchen is a bustling, urban burst of Italian flavor and energy. Serving lunch and dinner daily, Marcella's Italian Kitchen will have a lively atmosphere – whether it be for sharing lunch, dinner or a late night snack. The dynamic bar provides a vibrant venue for sampling from a selection of 50 Italian wines served by the bottle or quartino. The Italian menu features selections of olives, meats, cheese, small plates, as well as a variety of pizzas, pastas and Italian specialties. Marcella's Italian Kitchen brings an authentic Italian cafe to the Polaris Town Center, located across the street from Polaris Fashion Place.

10. Nomad

4.8

Exceptional(1058)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Polaris

Booked 1 time today

Thank you for choosing to dine with us! Please note that we have the following times set aside for your party before we have the next table to seat. Please leave us a note in your reservation or call the store directly if you think you'll need more rime at your table and we'll gladly accommodate if we can. Parties of 1-2 1 hour and 15 minute, parties of 3-4 1 hour and 45 minutes, parties of 5-6 2 hours, parties of 7-8 2 hours and 45 minutes.

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Paul
Columbus •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Excellent service. Timely but not over the top service. Delicious food. All the staff was very respectful.
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Flour Modern Pasta BarPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Polaris
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4.3
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EricVIP
Columbus •21 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food and service was great. The Valentines special was a lot of food for a good price.
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Mimi's Cafe - ColumbusPrice: Moderate• American• Columbus
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4.4
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DeborahVIP
Columbus •37 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The Valentine Fixed Price menu was a very good deal and the food was fantastic. We tried something new - the Gorgonzola crusted beef medallions - amazing ! We like our beef well done - these were cooked to perfection, very tender and flavorful. Service was awesome. The table decor for Valentine’s Day was a nice touch. I am not a big fan of caramel but the Caramel Marscapone Cheesecake was delicious.
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Brio Italian Grille - Columbus - Polaris BrioPrice: Moderate• Italian• Columbus
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4
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Daniel
Las Vegas •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We are regular customers of Molly Woo’s. It’s always a friendly place to dine with great food. It’s our go to restaurant for a relaxing dinner experience.
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Molly Woo'sPrice: Moderate• Asian• Polaris
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4.6
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CathyVIP
Columbus •15 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 6, 2025
Quality food and service. Loud restaurant for business meetings.
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BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - PolarisPrice: Moderate• American• Polaris
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4.1

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