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SoCal Kitchen + Bar, Columbus, OH

SoCal Kitchen + Bar

4.8
4.8
2261 Reviews
$31 to $50
Californian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 61 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
SoCal Kitchen + Bar (formerly Del Mar SoCal Kitchen) is a full-service restaurant, offering the best of California-inspired dishes and cocktails. The restaurant pays homage to a SoCal Kitchen with “good food, good vibes and good times to remember.”

The talented culinary team led by Executive Chef Mike Fick, is fanatical about freshness and uses only the best fare from the farm, garden and sea. The restaurant also has a heavy focus on vegetarian and gluten free options.

SoCal Kitchen + Bar offers Brunch, Saturday and Sunday from 10am-3pm.


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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, American, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (614) 300-9500
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Mike Fick
  • Neighborhood
    Columbus
  • Cross street
    Lincoln & High Street
  • Parking details
    Valet available at Marcella’s Short North. There is ample street parking with meters in the Short North Arts District. The Lincoln Garage is located across the street on Pearl Street for hourly parking.
  • Public transit
    There is a public transit stop directly across from the restaurant in front of Sweet Green well as one on the same side of the street within one block.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 2,261 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
SoCal Kitchen + Bar in Columbus offers a lively dining experience with "amazing atmosphere" and a menu that showcases fresh, West Coast-inspired dishes. Guests rave about the "excellent service" and diverse offerings, from seafood to creative tacos. While peak times may affect service speed, the vibrant ambiance makes it a standout choice.

2,261 Reviews
  1. Veronica

    Columbus

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and fast service. The whole family was happy. I recommend the Potato Bread!
    SoCal Kitchen + BarResponded on November 14, 2024
    Hello Veronica, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're happy to hear that you and your family enjoyed your time at SoCal Kitchen + Bar. It's fantastic to know that our fast service and delicious food hit the mark for you and your loved ones. We're especially glad that you loved our Potato Bread its definitely a fan favorite Your kind words mean a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Warm Regards, Lacey Eddy Dining Room Manager

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  2. Christine

    Cleveland

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service by our waitress. Good food and drinks too
    SoCal Kitchen + BarResponded on November 14, 2024
    Hello Christine, Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience at SoCal Kitchen + Bar. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and drinks, and that our service made a positive impression. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and it's always wonderful to hear that we've met our goals. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Warm Regards, Lacey Eddy Dining Room Manager

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  3. Bob

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Red snapper is not something to pass up. Never disappoints
    SoCal Kitchen + BarResponded on November 14, 2024
    Hello Bob, The snapper is definitely a fan favorite. We appreciate your review and we look forward to seeing you again. Warm Regards, Lacey Eddy Dining Room Manager

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  4. Sandy

    E. Tennessee

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful! Service was excellent and food delicious. Brussels were amazing.
    SoCal Kitchen + BarResponded on November 14, 2024
    Hello Sandy, We're happy to hear that you had a wonderful experience at SoCal Kitchen + Bar! It's fantastic to know that you enjoyed our food and service. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We're especially delighted that you enjoyed our Brussels dish - they're one of our favorites too! Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We can't wait to welcome you back for more delicious food and excellent service. Warm Regards, Lacey Eddy Dining Room Manager

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  5. Madeline

    New York City

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    The restaurant is extremely loud, with seemingly no dampening efforts. After I was seated, it took maybe 10 minutes to be greeted by our server and even longer to get some water. Our server was courteous and helpful, however seemed surprised by my lack of wanting to order a drink, other than water as he asked several times. Food came out fairly quickly, however the rice on the sushi rolls was very thick and overly mushy. Ceviche was good, although I ran out of chips to eat it with and gave up on trying to get my server's attention to ask for me. In summary, I would not return, as the plates were expensive and not quality as I had expected.
    SoCal Kitchen + BarResponded on November 14, 2024
    Thanks for the review Madeline. We're sorry to hear that your experience at SoCal Kitchen + Bar didn't meet your expectations. We understand that the noise level and the service delay were not up to our usual standards. We're glad you enjoyed the ceviche and sushi, but we sincerely apologize for the rice in the sushi rolls and the lack of attention from our server. Your feedback is important to us and we'll work on these areas for improvement. We hope for an opportunity to serve you better in the future. Warm Regards, Lacey Eddy Dining Room Manager

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  6. james

    Columbus

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was pretty good, nothing incredible. Maybe the most unique thing we had was the edemame dumplings, which was really good but kind of one note. Could have used some salt and spice. Had an omelette, bennies, açaí, ceviche, said dumplings, and a giant dry cinnamon roll.
    SoCal Kitchen + BarResponded on November 14, 2024
    Thanks for the feedback! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our unique edamame dumplings and enjoyed the omelette, bennies, and acai. We appreciate your suggestion for more variety in our food. We always aim to offer a unique and flavorful dining experience and your feedback helps us improve. We hope to see you again soon at SoCal Kitchen + Bar. Warm Regards, Lacey Eddy Dining Room Manager

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  7. Joe

    Columbus

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best food, best servers, elite brunch experience! Get the cinnamon roll and thank me later!
    SoCal Kitchen + BarResponded on November 14, 2024
    Hello Joe, We agree you with on the cinnamon roll! Its definitely a house favorite. Your review means a lot to us. We appreciate the wonderful feedback. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Warm Regards, Lacey Eddy Dining Room Manager

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  8. Lauren

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Love this restaurant! Food and decor perfect. It’s one of of favorites!
    SoCal Kitchen + BarResponded on November 14, 2024
    Hello Lauren, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you love SoCal Kitchen + Bar and that it's one of your favorite spots. We're glad that you appreciate our food and decor. We look forward to serving you again soon! Warm Regards, Lacey Eddy Dining Room Manager

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  9. Brett

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved SoCal!!! Our server, Allysa, was so friendly and helpful when offering suggestions. We would not have ordered the shrimp ceviche without her recommendation and was seriously delicious. The restaurant is beautiful and fun. Everything we had was so good. We will be back!
    SoCal Kitchen + BarResponded on October 27, 2024
    Thanks for visiting us, Brett! We're happy to hear that you had such a great time at SoCal Kitchen + Bar. It's wonderful to know that our ceviche was a big hit with you! We love to hear that Allysa made your experience wonderful. We're also delighted that you loved our ambiance and found the overall experience enjoyable. We can't wait to welcome you back for more delicious food and fun vibes!

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  10. Jisna

    St. Louis

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Yummy food and wonderful ambience! the service was also excellent- our server Makayla was great
    SoCal Kitchen + BarResponded on October 27, 2024
    Thanks for the review Jisna! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and ambiance at SoCal Kitchen + Bar. It's wonderful to know that our service met your expectations as well. We strive to provide our guests with a memorable experience and your feedback is a testament to that. We look forward to your next visit. Warm Regards, Lacey Eddy Dining Room Manager

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FAQs

SoCal Kitchen + Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (614) 300-9500.

SoCal Kitchen + Bar is rated 4.8 stars by 2261 OpenTable diners.

SoCal Kitchen + Bar does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 61 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for SoCal Kitchen + Bar

705 N High St, Columbus, OH 43215

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Lincoln & High Street
  • Neighborhood
    Columbus
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, American, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet available at Marcella’s Short North. There is ample street parking with meters in the Short North Arts District. The Lincoln Garage is located across the street on Pearl Street for hourly parking.
  • Public transit
    There is a public transit stop directly across from the restaurant in front of Sweet Green well as one on the same side of the street within one block.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Mike Fick
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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