Diners' Choice: Great for outdoor dining restaurants in Columbus

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Updated January 05, 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are great for outdoor dining in Columbus? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Chile Verde

4.8

4.8 (48)

$30 and under

Mexican / Southwestern

Columbus

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

BarbVIP

Dined on Dec 27, 2024

Amazing as usual. Best Tex-Mex in Columbus! Yes, it’s where all the locals go if that’s not a tip. Food is ALWAYS consistently superb and service exceeds expectations. Never disappoints as a loyal customer over 30+ years! CV menu selections continually changes bringing exciting dishes to try.

Lupo on Arlington

4.8

4.8 (260)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

Upper Arlington

About the restaurant

A chef-driven boutique dining experience in the heart of Old Upper Arlington. Executive Chef Todd Elder prides himself on our constantly changing menu featuring ingredients from local partners at Hershberger Farms, Coast to Local Seafood, Bluescreek Farms, and Mushroom Harvest as well as a selection of globally imported goods. From pintxos, tapas, to entrees, each visit can become a new dining experience. Try a taste of Spain with a paella or go on a journey to Italy with a house-made pasta. Feeling adventurous? Then try a signature dish, slow braised and barbequed Octopus with seasonal pairings. Or stay close to home with a Lupo Smashburger or seasonal salad!

During summer nights relax with a Lupo craft cocktail, glass of wine, or local beer on the patio outfitted by Oakland Park Nursery. Sit indoors and enjoy our cozy dining room, bar, or private Vault Dining Room. There is never any issue with parking at Lupo with our private parking lot next door and plenty of spaces out front!

Top review

Darren

Dined on Jan 4, 2025

All of our selections were fabulous but the croquettes were hands down the highlight of the dinner.

Cento – German Village

4.8

4.8 (959)

$31 to $50

Italian

German Village

About the restaurant

A tribute to our 100th restaurant opening, Cento is an authentic, chef-driven Italian oasis. Inspired by the intimacy & culinary creativity of the finest restaurants in Italy, Cento is a warm, welcoming, & enchanting addition to German Village. Cento is a place for the entire community – a new, timeless, everyday destination where Great People Deliver Genuine Hospitality.

If you cannot make your scheduled reservation, we ask that you please cancel by 12PM the day of your reservation. Cancellations outside the allowed window will be charged $25/person.

Valet offered daily starting at 5PM, $12 per car.

Top review

Shawn

Dined 2 days ago

Overall great experience! Great service and great food!

Columbus Brewing Company Beer Hall

4.8

4.8 (67)

$30 and under

Brewery

Columbus

About the restaurant

The Columbus Brewing Company Beer Hall is an expansive beer paradise set in an historic landmark with multiple bars and dining areas, 24 taps and globally inspired food.

Top review

Jennifer

Dined on Jan 3, 2025

Loved the food, loved the beer, and loved the vibe. Would definitely go back. Everyone was happy with what they ordered. The corn dog appetizer was so yummy. The service was great, especially the hostess who made us feel welcome from the minute we walked in.

The Wine Bistro - Upper Arlington

4.7

4.7 (1180)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Upper Arlington

About the restaurant

The Wine Bistro, with three Columbus, Ohio locations in Upper Arlington, Westerville and Worthington, offers an exciting array of well-curated wines and a list of select craft beers. The menu features light and filling appetizers & small plates, soups, salads, flatbreads and entrees offered every day of the week for lunch and dinner. We open at 11:00 AM Mon-Sat and at Noon on Sunday.
Gather a group at one of the communal tables or in the private tasting room. Shop for wine priced at near state minimum or pay a small corkage fee (waived on Mondays & Tuesdays) to enjoy your bottle in-house.
We look forward to exploring great wine and food with you soon...

Top review

RobertVIP

Dined on Jan 4, 2025

Has become one of our go to spots. Love the food, wine and ambience.

North High Brewing - Westerville

4.6

4.6 (117)

$30 and under

Pub

Westerville

About the restaurant

North High Brewing serves award winning craft beer and from scratch bites. Located in Historic Dublin and Westerville, North High Brewing is committed to providing a place where the community can gather, relax and celebrate good times together. Either in the winter at our cozy bars and dining rooms, or during the summer on our patios and beer gardens, there's always a seat at the table.

Top review

leslie

Dined 3 days ago

North High is great! Love their food. We had the beet soup, Veg flatbread, pub burger, salmon blt. Everyone loved their food! Our server was wonderful!

Rusty Bucket - Easton

4.5

4.5 (279)

$30 and under

American

Easton

About the restaurant

Rusty Bucket is a casual neighborhood tavern serving the highest quality food and beverage in a “come as you are” setting. Scratch kitchens, fresh cocktails, and the perfect pour are our craft. Our associates are welcoming, and our hospitality naturally makes us the local hub where friends and family frequently gather to share in a good time.

Top review

TrentVIP

Dined on Jan 2, 2025

First time at this location and seemed to be consistent with other locations we have dined at in the past.

Milestone 229

4.3

4.3 (108)

$31 to $50

American

Columbus

About the restaurant

Milestone 229 is an American restaurant located in Columbus, Ohio that specializes in serving classic American comfort food. The restaurant features a modern vibe with an airy dining room and a patio that overlooks the Scioto Mile fountains. The fountains are currently under construction but slated to open before this summer!

Milestone 229 serves lunch and dinner daily and a weekend brunch. Brunch at the restaurant consists of such fare as Belgian waffles, a variety of Egg Benedicts, Foster's French toast, and Chilaquiles. Lunch and dinner at Milestone 229 features an assortment of snacks and starters, soup and salads, entrées, sandwiches, pizzas and desserts. Entrée menu selections include steak frites and lobster ravioli.

Top review

Craig

Dined on Dec 27, 2024

Food and service were great. Sad to see this restaurant close. Thank you Milestone 229.

Lumin Sky Bar and Kitchen

4.3

4.3 (188)

$31 to $50

American

Columbus

About the restaurant

Located on the top floor of the modern AC Hotel Columbus Downtown, Lumin Sky Bar & Kitchen offers guests an experience like no other in Downtown Columbus, Ohio. The outstanding elevated views of the city and savory Spanish-inspired small plates invite guests to settle in and soak up the ambiance. Experience this culinary treasure in the city and feel the rush of elevation!

**Tables of 8+ will be under one check and include an automatic gratuity of 20%. Lumin Skybar & Kitchen is a 21+ establishment.

Top review

April

Dined on Jan 5, 2025

Amazing views and service! I would definitely come again.

Bodega

4.1

4.1 (23)

$30 and under

American

Columbus

About the restaurant

Bodega offers fresh and inventive American pub fare in a lively atmosphere. With 47 taps, 150 beers, and carefully crafted cocktails- we take our booze seriously. Come for the beer and stay for the food! Walk in's are encouraged as we offer a limited amount of reservations throughout the week.

Top review

Mark

Dined on Dec 21, 2024

We went at 10 am for brunch and it was great. Thanks

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