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Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Columbus

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Updated October 05, 2024

Looking for the best special occasion restaurants 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!


A photo of Cameron's American Bistro restaurant
4.9
4.9 (4681)
$50 and over
Contemporary American
Worthington
About the restaurant
Thirty years after opening in 1993, our chef-driven menu still features familiar guest favorites, as well as some brand new ones – all complemented by an expansive award-winning wine list.
There’s always a great reason to celebrate at Cameron’s American Bistro, a Worthington neighborhood favorite.



Top review
Leevip
Dined 2 days ago
Food was Fantastic - The Service was Top-shelf! I have been here before and will go again! GREAT PLACE!
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4.9
4.9 (1270)
$30 and under
Italian
Columbus
About the restaurant
Our menu offers a homemade spin on old Italian classics, original family recipes, Pizza and features the Famous Mazza's Salad!

Bar/Lounge/Dining Room/Banquet Room/Catering/Curbside Carryout

Free Wifi

Top review
Lisa
Dined 4 days ago
Greeted promptly and seated right away. Attentive service and great food. The Alfredo is one of a kind, must try!
A photo of The Alcove Restaurant & Lounge restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1247)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Columbus
About the restaurant

Founded in 1911 as a small ice cream and candy shop in the heart of Downtown Mount Vernon, The Alcove offers the finest dining experience in Central Ohio. Our diverse menu includes steak and seafood favorites as well as our signature Prime Rib of Beef available Thursday, Friday & Saturday evenings. Within feet of one-of-a-kind shops, just a block away from The Grand Hotel, across the street from The Woodward Opera House, and a few miles from Kenyon College and the Mount Vernon Nazarene University, our establishment is a great location for gathering with loved ones young, elderly, and in between. Whether you're entertaining or looking to be entertained, The Alcove is the perfect spot for you. | Join us today to experience Casual Elegance. We'll save you a seat. | Reservations and Carry-Out orders may also be made by calling us at 740.392.3076.

Top review
Joevip
Dined on Oct 24, 2024
Continues to be one of our favorite restaurants! The food is outstanding, the interior is classically beautiful and the service (thanks Sydney!) was perfect. Highly recommend.
A photo of Butcher & Rose restaurant
4.7
4.7 (438)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
Columbus
About the restaurant
There's a place where legend intertwines with reality. A paradoxical union between power & elegance; craft & creativity. An unparalleled steakhouse experience brought to you by Cameron Mitchell Restaurants. This iconic location on Broad Street in Downtown Columbus showcases a harmonious blend of beauty and brawn with a playful, modern flair. We are delighted to introduce: Butcher & Rose - Now Open
Top review
William
Dined 1 day ago
Truly an excellent meal and service that was commensurate with a great dining experience. Our best Cameron restaurant meal to date. We will be back and highly recommend.
A photo of The Capital Grille - Columbus restaurant
4.7
4.7 (87)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
Columbus
About the restaurant
Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.
Top review
Amanda
Dined 6 days ago
Wry nice! We had a very knowledgeable waiter who was so accommodating. I loved the restaurant! It is pricey so I’ll probably only go for very special occasions
A photo of Z Cucina di Spirito Dublin restaurant
4.6
4.6 (1691)
$30 and under
Italian
Dublin
About the restaurant
At Z Cucina di Spirito, you will enter a world of traditional and modern Italian cuisine that also moves with ease into the realm of Mediterranean flavors. The unique and comfortable bar and dining area is warm and inviting.

Z Cucina's menu offers flavorful and well seasoned small plates, salads and main courses. Truly a "scratch kitchen" as we make our own ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, sausage, breads and desserts. Our menu also includes our hand-made ravioli, tortolloni and fresh pastas. The restaurant features a full bar with specialties such as the Pera di Miele, Basil Gin Smash and the Blood Orange Margarita. Also offered is a well crafted, artisan wine list with gems from the various regions of Italy including Tuscany, Piedmont, Apulia and Veneto as well as the countries of Spain, France, Australia and the U.S.

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Teresa
Dined 3 days ago
A very relaxing environment with attentive staff. Delicious gnocchi for me. My friend stated it was the best chicken parmesan he had ever tasted. Light and airy tiramisu ended our wonderful evening.
A photo of Mitchell's Steakhouse - Columbus Polaris restaurant
4.4
4.4 (2346)
$30 and under
Steakhouse
Polaris
About the restaurant
Mitchell’s Steakhouse has a wide selection of prime steaks that are aged to perfection. Our house made side dishes don’t just complement, they wow. Our servers will guide you through the menu with their fine dining expertise and warm hospitality to treat you to the enjoyable experience you deserve.

Executive Chef - Michael DeHaven

Top review
OpenTable Diner
Dined on Oct 25, 2024
This was our first time dining here and it was excellent!
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4.3
4.3 (903)
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
Easton
About the restaurant
The perfectly cooked steak.
Expertly paired wines.
Destination drinks.

Top review
Mark
Dined 2 days ago
Overall, a really good steakhouse. Good food, nice atmosphere. Only when comparing to the top end steakhouses in town does it fall a little short.
A photo of Ruth's Chris Steak House - Columbus restaurant
4.0
4 (1192)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
Columbus
About the restaurant
Now Open: We look forward to serving you soon.

Ruth's Chris Steak House in Columbus, OH serves the finest USDA Prime beef available, broiled at 1,800° and served on 500° plates, so your steak stays hot, juicy and delicious from first bite to last. Enjoy our New Orleans-inspired appetizers, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, signature side dishes and homemade desserts. All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Ruth’s Chris’ genuine hospitality. So whether you’re a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Ruth's Chris is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out. Dinner is served nightly, reservations are suggested and private dining and offsite catering may be arranged.

Top review
Jason
Dined 5 days ago
This was the perfect dinner for my spouse and I. The waiter Chris was amazing and suggested several items that we purchased and enjoyed. The spicy shrimp appetizer, the blackberry sidecar, the truffle crust - this was an amazing experience. The manager Chris dropped by to make sure we were having a great time as well. We will definitely be back.
A photo of Bar Cicchetti - Columbus restaurant
3.2
3.2 (229)
$31 to $50
Italian
Columbus
About the restaurant
Blending the welcoming charm of a traditional Italian restaurant with the approachable elegance of the most notable destinations, Bar Cicchetti is a perfect addition to the historic charm of downtown Columbus. The name itself, meaning “to share,” encourages guests to connect with one another over a reinvented selection of Italian crowd favorites and refined cocktails.

Occupying the ground floor of the iconic Westin Great Southern hotel, Bar Cicchetti is a rustically refined eatery, offering seasonally inspired dishes, including elevated takes on his favorite comfort food classics, as well as craft beer and cocktails.

Top review
Hayden
Dined on Sep 20, 2024
Was a fantastic experience, from the service to the food. 10/10 would recommend.
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