The Worthington Inn

Name: The Worthington Inn
Address: 649 High Street, Columbus, OH, United States, 43085
Telephone: (614) 885-2600
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.4

4.4

1181 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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Nestled in the heart of historic Old Worthington, the Worthington Inn offers the legacy and charm of a 19th century Victorian inn with a dining experience that is anything but old-fashioned. Chef Mike Water's commitment to sourcing only the freshest ingredients from local farmers results in truly unique and mouth-watering fare you won't find anywhere else in Columbus.

PATIO SEATING
Due to high demand, the patio is seated on a first-come, first-served basis. We will attempt to accommodate your request but cannot guarantee an outdoor table at the time of your arrival.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Farm-to-table, Pub
Hours of operation
LUNCH: Monday-Friday 11am-3pm WEEKEND BRUNCH: Saturday 10am-3pm Sunday 10am-2pm DINNER: Monday-Thursday 5pm-9pm Friday-Saturday 5pm-10pm Sunday 5pm-8pm HAPPY HOUR: Monday-Friday 3pm-6pm
Phone number
(614) 885-2600
Website
http://www.worthingtoninn.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Mike Waters
Catering
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Private party facilities
The Worthington Inn restaurant has two intimate private dining rooms that can accommodate parties of 8 to 22 guests. Please call 614.885.2600 for more information and ask to speak with a Restaurant Manager.
Private party contact
Restaurant Manager: (614) 885-2600

Location
649 High Street, Columbus, OH 43085
Neighborhood
Worthington
Cross street
New England Avenue
Parking details
There is a large public parking lot located directly behind our building to the west. On-street parking also available.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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Cheese Plate$15.00
A selection of three artisanal cheeses, dried and fresh fruits, crackers, breads
Charcuterie Board$16.00
A selection of three charcuterie, house-made preserves, mustard, cornichons, seasonal accoutrements, crackers
Grilled Bruschetta$14.00
Sicilian tomatoes, pesto, goat cheese, micro cress, balsamic reduction
Calamari$15.00
Thai sweet chili, micro cilantro, sesame
Oysters Rockefeller*$16.00
Fresh oysters, creamy spinach, parmesan, breadcrumbs

Soup & Salad

Add to your salad: Verlasso Salmon +$9, Chicken Breast +$6, Grilled 4 oz Beef Tenderloin Filet +$12, Fried Holistic Acres Egg +$3

French Onion Soup$9.00
Baguette crouton, gruyère cheese
Smoked Salmon Chowder
House-smoked salmon, sweet corn, potatoes, Old Bay crouton
- Cup$5.50
- Bowl$7.50
Classic Caesar$9.00
Romaine, garlic croutons, parmesan, creamy Caesar dressing
Autumn Salad$9.00
Baby spinach, endive, roasted beets, walnuts, raisins, Point Reyes blue cheese, mulled cider vinaigrette
Grains and Greens$10.00
Kale, farro, quinoa, oven-dried tomato, roasted heirloom carrots, house ricotta, lemon vinaigrette

Entrées

Farmers Breakfast$13.00
Seasonally-inspired eggs, home fries, choice of bacon or fruit
Beef Worthington*$22.00
4oz filet, Gruyere potato gratin, sautéed spinach, Point Reyes blue cheese, wild mushroom demi
Pan-Seared Verlasso Salmon*$19.00
Carolina Gold rice, haricots verts, lemon-herb butter sauce
Grilled Chicken Penne$18.00
Grilled chicken breast, peas, roasted peppers, shallots, tomato, house-made Tasso ham cream sauce
Seasonal Vegetable Plate$17.00
Black bean empanada, apple, beet & blue cheese salad, winter vegetable & farro pilaf, salt-roasted fingerling potatoes, sautéed kale

Entrée Salads

Grilled Verlasso Salmon Salad*$17.00
Baby greens, quinoa, cucumber, tomato, red onion, sweet peppers, black olives, toasted almonds, lemon vinaigrette
Worthington Inn Chicken Salad$16.00
Grilled chicken breast, poppy seed dressing, toasted pecans, grapes, apples, fresh fruit, sweet bread du jour
Southwest Chicken Salad$16.00
Blackened chicken breast, romaine, corn & black bean salsa, pepperjack cheese, crisp tortillas, roasted jalapeno ranch
Thai Beef Salad*$17.00
Grilled flank steak, spinach, peppers, spring onion, pickled cucumber, spiced peanuts, crisp wonton, warm lemongrass vinaigrette

Burgers & Sandwiches

All burgers & sandwiches are served on locally-baked bread with a house-made pickle and choice of kettle chips, house-cut fries or coleslaw

Buckeye Burger*$16.00
Ohio grass-fed beef, lettuce, tomato, red onion, choice of cheese, sesame Kaiser bun
Lights Out Burger*$17.00
Ohio grass-fed beef, applewood-smoked bacon, sharp cheddar, tobacco onions, arugula, lettuce, tomato, BBQ & secret sauces
House-Made Veggie Burger$15.00
Black bean, rice, spinach & mushroom pattie, pepperjack cheese, arugula, cucumber, tomato, onion, roasted pepper aioli
Smoked Pork Loin Hoagie$14.00
Shaved house-smoked pork loin, Snowville Creamery white cheddar, slaw, tomato jam, red onion
Lake Erie Walleye Sandwich$17.00
Ale-battered, lettuce, tomato, onion, tartar sauce, Italian roll
Verlasso Salmon Burger$15.00
Pine nuts, arugula, tomato, onion, tzatziki sauce
Reuben$14.00
House-made corned beef brisket, sauerkraut, Swiss, Thousand Island dressing, toasted rye

On the Side

Gruyere Potato Gratin$7.00
Hand-Cut Fries$4.00
Salt-Roasted Fingerling Potatoes$6.00
Haricots Verts$5.00
Sautéed Kale$5.00
Fresh Fruit$5.00
Coleslaw$4.00

What 1,181 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.4

4.4 based on all time ratings

4.4Food
4.3Service
4.4Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

1,181 Reviews

BB
BarrieB71
Columbus
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Reviewed on January 28, 2020
1. Overall 5
Great food and service. Love the historic charm of the building.
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ParisB
Columbus
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Reviewed on November 9, 2019
1. Overall 3
Had the pleasure to dine here for a winter dinner party with my job & felt like there could’ve been more room to accommodate the entire party seeing that we had to split the party between the 1st & 2nd floor of the restaurant, also the food was decent but could’ve had larger portion sizes seeing that there were limited choices for our large party
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Stevew
Columbus
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Reviewed on September 20, 2019
1. Overall 4
Good food good people.... I would definitely go back there
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JeniferO
Columbus
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Reviewed on September 14, 2019
1. Overall 2
Ok food had heard so much about it and was disappointed. Ok service
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MEND
Columbus
75 reviews
vip
5.0
75 reviews
Reviewed on July 17, 2019
1. Overall 5
This restaurant is sadly closed now. It was a beautifully quaint neighborhood gem.
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MichaelW
San Francisco
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Reviewed on June 21, 2019
1. Overall 2
Refused to honor coupon that clearly applied. I do not choose to return to a location that is dishonest in this way.
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LisA
Columbus
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Reviewed on June 18, 2019
1. Overall 5
The Worthington Inn is closed. Don't recommend going here...
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MotoGo
Columbus
23 reviews
vip
3.0
23 reviews
Dined on December 28, 2018
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Unfortunately, the experience was just okay. I dined during one of the final days the restaurant was open for business, and after that information was publicized in the local newspaper. I suspect there were many patrons using up gift cards, shortage of staff, etc. We were seated in the bar area and the noise level was loud.
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Celebrate
Columbus
54 reviews
vip
5.0
54 reviews
Dined on December 23, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Worthington Inn never disappoints. I have gone there approximately, a dozen times over the past 25 years. I was lucky to have gone this week, since we learned the restaurant closes on January 1. Oh no!
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FunDiner
Indiana
7 reviews
vip
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 23, 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Brunch was good. Especially enjoyed the hashbrowns. Disappointed when told "no toast." No toast offered during brunch was a first!
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Semm
Washington DC
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service and food! Our family loved weekend brunch Great place e to celebrate. Thank you Alex!!
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LindaD
Columbus
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Birthday & Christmas celebration. Everything was great except our waitress was not real attentive to us. Waited forever for our me.
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mamagina
San Diego
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our small group of close friends enjoys having a festive lunch here yearly. Out server was attentive but never rushed us. The food was delicious and the inn was decorated beautifully.
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LindaF
Columbus
5 reviews
vip
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 19, 2018
1. Overall 2
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
I love the Worthington Inn. It never disappoints. Service was not as good as usual, but that was because it was full and a new young employee, but he will be great with time. Make reservation over holidays. Great food!!
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PeeJay
Columbus
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 16, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We always have a great time at The Worthington Inn! Weekend brunches are always popular, so we make sure to make reservations. The brunch menu is elaborate with a lot of options, and an excellent Bloody Mary bar! The service is usually slow and relaxed, but if you mention that you're in a hurry the servers are pretty good at getting you your checks.
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JayW
Naples
19 reviews
vip
4.0
19 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always one of our favorites. The food is excellent, although the menu continues to get smaller and less varied. The addition of the bar menu was a welcome change. My only beef is I wish there was more convenient parking. On our last visit, I had to park several blocks away (on a Thursday night)!
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SallyP
Columbus
27 reviews
vip
4.0
27 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had to wait awhile before we were approached by a server. In fact we had to ask someone. A young gentleman server was not aware that our table was his. He did an outstanding job! The food was excellent!
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UAGC
Columbus
16 reviews
2.0
16 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2018
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
It’s abeatiful inn and we were looking forward to celebrating a special birthday but we have NEVER had such slow inattentive service! It was not a busy evening and we were so disappointed. The food was fine but nothing special especially with the price and expectation. We won’t return
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MarkW
San Francisco
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 10, 2018
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
I was very disappointed that there were so few Christmas decorations up. My wife's lunch (salmon) was good. The beef on my Thai salad was way too salty and the salad part was good but nothing special - I should have sent it back.
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SueG
Columbus
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 9, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Very pleasant as usual
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CJWFoodie
Columbus
77 reviews
vip
2.0
77 reviews
Dined on December 9, 2018
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Whereas the Worthington Inn was, at one time, one of my favorite restaurant in Columbus I can’t honestly lay claim to that assessment again…at least not until some changes are made…for the better. Our 7:30 PM reservations were not honored in a timely fashion. Once we were seated we had still to wait another 25 minute for a server. Our food was mediocre at best. One of the dishes I was so looking forward to was the Asian inspired Calamari. Yet when it arrived it was extremely rubbery and hard to chew. It had obviously been overcooked. My wife’s Salmon Corn chowder was served lukewarm, not hot. The only saving grace was the drinks which were on target. I was terribly disappointed in our dining experience in a restaurant which, at one time, I had considered to be one of the best restaurants in Columbus.
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Daisysmom
Wilmington
53 reviews
4.0
53 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Great place to dine, especially during the holidays - beautiful decorations, fires blazing in the fireplaces, cozy and relatively quiet. We went for weekend brunch. Our food was fine, but the service was just fair. We had to ask about the specials; and, throughout the meal, we had to ask for coffee, water, butter, etc. We expected more attentive service for one of the area's best restaurants.
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luv2dine2
Columbus
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2018
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Special occasion was best friend’s birthday. She ordered the burger “with no red but not burnt.” The burger came with red clearly showing. Had to be sent back, of course. I was looking forward to their “house-made veggie burger” but It was small and flat and nothing special AT ALL. I would have enjoyed a frozen Boca Burger from Kroger’s more. But the bun was large and it came with enough fries to feed an army so I guess THAT was supposed to make it special.
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JessicaD
Columbus
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on December 8, 2018
1. Overall 2
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Beautiful restaurant. Great food and service. We will be back for the brunch!
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Debra
New Mexico
39 reviews
vip
5.0
39 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Everyone was happy with their food.
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veenag
Columbus
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food. Great value. Delicious menu and cocktails.
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CaroleS
Columbus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 6, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This was my first visit to the Worthington Inn but it won't be my last. I made a reservation for our neighborhood ladies lunch bunch for our Christmas luncheon. The food was excellent, loved the ambiance, our waiter was very good and we had a wonderful time. Love that it was quiet enough that we could talk and actually hear each other. The Worthington Inn is a real gem.
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Lynn
Columbus
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love this location for small group dinners. We were able to have quiet conversation as we dined. The ambiance of the lit fireplace and the Christmas decorations heightened the Holiday spirit. My only complaint is that my steak was a little tough, but no complaints from the other 2 diners, and the rest of my meal was excellent.
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fussyfoodie
Cincinnati
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 2, 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Loved the ambiance, the history, and the area - strolled after the meal and it was a lovely afternoon. I saw reviews that the service was not awesome. We were one of two tables in the dining room and yet had a difficult time getting servers attention. I expect to be treated like a guest, a welcome guest, and perhaps a lot more attention.
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DarlaB
Columbus
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 2, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a good experience here! Great patio seating in the summer. Perfect for a romantic evening out.
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StevenT
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 2, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fancy and authentic without being pretentious. Food was good in quiet, old world charm decor location. We got a table in upstairs near front window and gas fireplace. Very nice atmosphere and high quality food.
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Willsmom
Columbus
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 1, 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Atmosphere was nice. Good for quiet conversation. Food was decent for the price. Don't expect cutting edge menu or unique cuisine, but it is good food. Dessert options were blah.
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Pike
Columbus
10 reviews
2.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2018
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
I were very disappointed. We totaled 4 guests. We had cold soup, a fly in a water glass, terrible cocktails, and the waitress brought a free birthday desert with nuts after I had asked to take nuts off of a salad. We felt for the money we paid, it was a terrible value.
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KathyD
Columbus
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
There were 6 of us celebrating a friend's birthday. We all really enjoyed our lunch!
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JOHNH
Columbus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 27, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food is always top notch. We enjoy how the Worthington Inn is much quieter than many comparable restaurants. You can actually hear all the folks at the table. The Inn itself is historic and in a historical setting, among the old New England-style buildings that Worthington has preserved. It's the historic atmosphere that attracts people to Worthington, and the Worthington Inn is the perfect place to experience that ambiance.
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Malc
Columbus
13 reviews
vip
3.0
13 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2018
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Okay experience. Sorry that it has closed.
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DPerrin
Columbus
18 reviews
4.0
18 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food was great. Service was a little slow. We didn't realize it was the holiday celebration in town and it was very busy. Our reservation didn't go through so we didn't get seated in the main dining room but the bar was a bit quieter except for one particularly loud family. Would definitely go again on a hopefully less busy day.
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Bruncher
Columbus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 25, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went for brunch on a Sunday for a family gathering. Ambiance is always lovely in this historic old inn and they use high quality local ingredients. Food was excellent and the server was very attentive.
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LizL
Columbus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 24, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We came to celebrate a birthday and the Worthington Inn was an extra gift!! Food was outstanding. In our party folks had seafood, steaks, chicken and vegan and everyone said their dinner was delicious. It was quiet in the restaurant (we were probably the noisiest). All in all a great night.
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TerryE
Columbus
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My wife and I had a wonderful time celebrating our anniversary. The service was wonderful.
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The Worthington Inn offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (614) 885-2600.

The Worthington Inn is rated 4.4 stars by 1181 OpenTable diners.

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649 High Street, Columbus, OH 43085

Additional information

Cross street
New England Avenue
Neighborhood
Worthington
Hours of operation
LUNCH: Monday-Friday 11am-3pm WEEKEND BRUNCH: Saturday 10am-3pm Sunday 10am-2pm DINNER: Monday-Thursday 5pm-9pm Friday-Saturday 5pm-10pm Sunday 5pm-8pm HAPPY HOUR: Monday-Friday 3pm-6pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Farm-to-table, Pub
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
There is a large public parking lot located directly behind our building to the west. On-street parking also available.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Mike Waters
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
http://www.worthingtoninn.com/
Phone number
(614) 885-2600
Catering
<br /><br />
Private party facilities
The Worthington Inn restaurant has two intimate private dining rooms that can accommodate parties of 8 to 22 guests. Please call 614.885.2600 for more information and ask to speak with a Restaurant Manager.
Private party contact
Restaurant Manager: (614) 885-2600

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The Worthington Inn

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79 Columbus Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Starters

Cheese Plate$15.00

Charcuterie Board$16.00

Grilled Bruschetta$14.00

Calamari$15.00

Oysters Rockefeller*$16.00

Soup & Salad

French Onion Soup$9.00

Smoked Salmon Chowder

Classic Caesar$9.00

Autumn Salad$9.00

Grains and Greens$10.00

Entrées

Farmers Breakfast$13.00

Beef Worthington*$22.00

Pan-Seared Verlasso Salmon*$19.00

Grilled Chicken Penne$18.00

Seasonal Vegetable Plate$17.00

Entrée Salads

Grilled Verlasso Salmon Salad*$17.00

Worthington Inn Chicken Salad$16.00

Southwest Chicken Salad$16.00

Thai Beef Salad*$17.00

Burgers & Sandwiches

Buckeye Burger*$16.00

Lights Out Burger*$17.00

House-Made Veggie Burger$15.00

Smoked Pork Loin Hoagie$14.00

Lake Erie Walleye Sandwich$17.00

Verlasso Salmon Burger$15.00

Reuben$14.00

On the Side

Gruyere Potato Gratin$7.00

Hand-Cut Fries$4.00

Salt-Roasted Fingerling Potatoes$6.00

Haricots Verts$5.00

Sautéed Kale$5.00

Fresh Fruit$5.00

Coleslaw$4.00

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