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short north | where fun meets fine art

When Time Out New York recently called Columbus the "San Francisco of the Midwest," Short North is clearly what they had in mind. The tightly packed brick buildings along High Street (many dating back to the early 1900s) are home to quite a few of the city's top restaurants, galleries and shops. And it's one right after another, so you don't really need a destination ... just an appetite, an open mind and a few hours. There's really no bad time to check out Short North, but the first Saturday of every month is the popular "Gallery Hop."

High and Starr, Columbus Oh

guided tour of short north

If you only have half a day or an evening,
here are some student favorites.

the best places to eat in the short north

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Basi Italia
$$$ Basi offers Italian & Mediterranean entrees, full service dining, carry out & catering menu.

811 Highland Street
Columbus, OH 43201
(614) 294.7383

  • Benevolence Cafe
    $ Vegetarian and Vegan friendly restaurant with spectacular homemade soups, salads & bread. Your sanctuary in the city!

    41 W. Swan Street, Columbus, OH 43201
    (614) 294.7383

  • Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams
    $$ Made with the finest locally and internationally sourced ingredients. Signature flavors include Belgian Mild Chocolate and Gelato.

    714 North High Street, Columbus, OH 43201
    (614) 294.5364

  • Short North Tavern
    $ A neighborhood tradition… voted Best Tavern in Columbus! Live music on Fridays and Saturdays.

    674 North High Street, Columbus, OH 43201
    (614) 221.2432

  • Haiku
    $ Featuring delicious Pan-Asian noodles and sushi. Great , friendly atmoshpere and easy on your wallet.

    800 North High Street, Columbus, OH 43201
    (614) 294.8168

  • Rigsby's Kitchen
    $ American/Mediterranean cuisine. 14 years of culinary art, style and good taste; Live entertainment.

    698 North High Street, Columbus, OH 43201
    (614) 461.7888

  • Press Grill
    $ Perfect Short North starting place to chill out. Raves on the pizza or try Nathan's Tuesdays, Taco Wednesdays, Thanksgiving Thursdays, or Steak Sundays.

    741 North High Street, Columbus, OH 43215
    (614) 298.1014 | www.pressgrill.net

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