Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in Columbus

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Updated April 05, 2025

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The Alcove Restaurant & Lounge

4.9

4.9 (1318)

$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

Cara

Dined 2 days ago

Restaraunt was beautiful. The food was delicious & and the service was great. Rolls were a disappointment; we expected a house made bread instead of frozen.

Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse-Dublin

4.8

4.8 (1473)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Dublin

About the restaurant

Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse is an award-winning prime steakhouse specializing in aged USDA prime steaks. Located in the Columbus suburb of Dublin just off Route 161 at I-270, Hyde Park is minutes from all Dublin-area hotels, Old Dublin, Coffman Park, and the legendary Muirfield Village Golf Club. The restaurant offers a chef-inspired menu featuring variations of its legendary aged prime steaks, daily chef’s fresh fish features, and great seafood. Award-winning menus, the extensive wine list, and exceptional service are why Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse is the ultimate fine-dining choice for special gatherings, intimate dinners, corporate events & business meetings. Private dining rooms available. Complimentary valet parking offered.

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Jas

Dined 5 days ago

Experience was amazing. Staff were great. Food was excellent!

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12oz Cabernet Filet Mignon

RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH Columbus

4.8

4.8 (3127)

$31 to $50

American

Columbus

About the restaurant

The RH Rooftop Restaurant resides on the third floor of RH Columbus, a 55,000-square-foot design gallery that blurs the lines between residential and retail, indoors and outdoors, home and hospitality. We invite you to enjoy our menu of timeless classics for brunch and dinner, and a selection of wines from esteemed vintners in the United States and Europe. Guests dine beneath a glass-and-steel atrium amidst trickling fountains, trellised London plane trees and glimmering chandeliers.

For group dining inquiries, please email: columbushospitality@rh.com

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LarryVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Jordan was very attentive. Great meal look forward to going back

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Cento – German Village

4.8

4.8 (1084)

$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.

Our patio seating is offered, weather permitting, on a first come first served basis. While we’re unable to reserve those tables in advance, we’d be delighted to accommodate you based on availability

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.

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Lauren

Dined 7 days ago

Absolutely amazing food and exceptional service from the staff. Will definitely be back.

Butcher & Rose

4.8

4.8 (970)

$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

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Alexis

Dined 2 days ago

I appreciated the excellent service, the ambiance and the food.

Z Cucina di Spirito - Columbus

4.7

4.7 (2481)

$30 and under

Italian

Grandview Heights

About the restaurant

Opening in the Fall of 2005, Z Cucina topped the list of new restaurants according to Columbus Monthly Magazine. Described as "unobtrusively chic", Z Cucina is a blend of traditional & modern Italian cuisine that also moves with ease into the realm of Mediterranean flavors. With an International Wine List married to the chef's cuisine, Z Cucina offers the rare experience of distinctive dining in a neighborhood setting.

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William

Dined 4 days ago

Our party ordered smoked chicken ravioli, chicken parmesan, and spaghetti and meatballs. In addition, Caesar salad and red pepper bisque. All of the above dishes were wonderful - great service - our first time there but we will be back!

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Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse-Downtown Columbus

4.7

4.7 (2148)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Short North - Arena District

About the restaurant

Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse is an award-winning prime steakhouse specializing in aged USDA prime steaks. Positioned at the gateway of the Short North arts & entertainment district, Hyde Park is located adjacent to the Greater Columbus Convention Center and a short walk from the major downtown hotels, North Market, and Nationwide Arena. The restaurant offers a chef-inspired menu featuring variations of its legendary aged prime steaks, daily chef’s fresh fish features, and great seafood. Award-winning menus, the extensive wine list and impeccable service are why Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse is Columbus Ohio’s “go-to” fine-dining restaurant choice and place to be impressed, for convention goers, business meetings, corporate events, intimate dinners & special occasions. Private event rooms available; heated covered outdoor dining; valet parking offered - $10

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Bobby

Dined 5 days ago

Our server was absolutely amazing. I believe his name was Paul. He said he been working there for 15 years. It shows. He was attentive helpful professional and just awesome. The food was perfect. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a real intimate and wonderful night out!!

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Popular dish

Australian Wagyu Filet Mignon

The Melting Pot - Columbus

4.6

4.6 (1945)

$50 and over

Fondue

Columbus

About the restaurant

Enjoy an unforgettable interactive dining experience with friends and family with fondue at The Melting Pot in Columbus. We believe in celebrating the everyday, so you don’t need a special reason to come out for our delicious menu offerings. Whether you’re here for drinks, cheese, and chocolate, or you want to dig into our four-course fondue experience, we know you’ll love every bite! From artisan cheeses to our decadent chocolate fondue desserts, there is something to tickle your taste buds in each pot. Let our friendly staff help you choose the right fondue experience for your table tonight. Make reservations for everyone at The Melting Pot and turn the ordinary into the extraordinary!

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lilly

Dined on Apr 3, 2025

We really loved our server she was sweet and awesome

Hubbard Grille

4.5

4.5 (1479)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Columbus

About the restaurant

Hubbard Bar & Grille is a new American restaurant and event space in the heart of the Short North since 2010. Featuring fresh, local and organic meals & creative cocktails in a modern, sophisticated atmosphere. We are open for dinner 6 nights a week; closed on Mondays.
Our second floor bar and lounge may be reserved to create a flexible space for groups of 50+. Guest can enjoy the privacy of a sit-down dinner or mingle in cocktail-party fashion. For more information visit www.hubbardgrille.com/private-event
Booking a table online is fast and convenient, but if you are having difficulty finding a certain availability feel free to call us and we will do our best to accommodate you.

Top review

JeremyVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Excellent food and service, convenient pre-meal venue for theatre too.

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Popular dish

Fried Chicken Sliders

Popular dish

All Natural Fried Chicken

Lumin Sky Bar and Kitchen

4.3

4.3 (201)

$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.

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Susan wylieVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Nice choice of drinks and food options. Reasonably priced, nice fireplace for cool evenings. Good views. Happy for Valet parking option too.

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