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4th & State

4.6 (169 reviews)
Open • 11:00 am - 8:30 pm

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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for groups
Outdoor seating

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Chicken and Pancake
Leslie H.

I love coming here when I'm in Columbus. It is such a treat to have a whole vegan menu to choose from! I liked everything I tried. There are no wrong choices. Beware: the portions are generous. I left feeling stuffed! My only critique is that you leave smelling like a diner. I guess that is par for the course, though, as this is, in fact, a diner.

Burger and Fry Combos - Big Brunchy
Kenneth K.

Amazing food. My father loves this place by his work and can eat anything due to being kosher-ish. I ordered it for me and my dad to share. We got a collection of the various pancake bites and brunch wraps and burgers that we enjoyed all day long until dinner time.

Garlic Bread
Nick S.

4th & State is one of my favorite vegan restaurants in Columbus! It has nice diner vibes and the service is great! Their menu has a so many fantastic options too! For breakfast/brunch they awesome sweet treats like pancake balls and s'mores French toast, and delicious savory dishes like a crunchwrap and a breakfast sandwich! For their regular menu, their nachos are unbelievable; they have an incredible vegan queso! They also have so many yummy pizza options and tons of other tasty items too! Whether you're looking for amazing vegan food or just an amazing meal in general, you should definitely check 4th & State out!

Breakfast Bowl
Parul V.

Excited for all vegan diner. We got a range of food. The menu options are all day. Good amount of food so we got 3 plates for the 4 of us. Our waitress was nice. Food took a bit to get ready, but made fresh and considering it's the whole menu they serve all day, I am fine with it. Diner is bright and not crowded. Only negative is the music is a little loud. It's EDM type music.

Hashbrowns Loaded with Bacun and Ranch & side of Just Egg Scramble
Katie N.

Every time I come here I just love it so much. It's awesome to see so many vegan items on the menu, makes it hard to choose. I honestly always come for breakfast, it's just so good. And my friend who met me this time isn't vegan but loved her vrunchwrap. I got the gluten free pancake breakfast, with those fake eggs that are so delicious, and on recommendation of our waitress (who was so friendly and helpful) got the hashbrown with the soyrizo sauce added. I loooooved it, so worth the $2 up charge. We got adult drinks this time. Delicious. I'll be back again!

cobb salad, Shoestring Fries, Diner Style Milkshake - Strawberry Cheezecake
Lydia K.

one of the best experiences i've ever had! i was on a business trip and this place was right by my hotel! they were super allergen friendly (gluten and dairy!) and super knowledgeable. they were able to make my cobb salad gluten free by making the tempeh bacon on a clean griddle. the fries were also incredibly fresh and not too oily. the milkshakes (strawberry and vanilla) were amazing ! vanilla was my favorite. i will definitely be back when im in town.

Breakfast Sammie
Ashley G.

Given that it is a completely plant based experience--I was pleasantly surprised by the variety of menu options. They have burgers, salads that can be made into wraps, milkshakes, and a full breakfast menu. Service is quick (maybe too quick? I felt a little rushed even though I came alone at 7:30 and they don't close until 8:30), and the atmosphere feels a little sterile to me (I think it could use more color), But still, I'm giving it a 5/5, as the food was delicious and I don't eat a ton of vegan food.

Side of Hashbrowns (GF/SF) and Seitan Sausages.
Randy B.

"Family Owned Vegan Restaurant in Downtown Columbus, Ohio." This statement alone sparked my curiosity while on a business trip to the Midwest. 4th & State is a wonderful place in America's heartland offering up traditional diner fare made from plant based ingredients. I read all of the Yelp reviews and decided to walk over from my downtown Columbus hotel to check it out. It's easy to find (on the corner of South 4th Street and East State Street), as you'll see people waiting outside to be lucky enough to snag one of the limited dining room table seats. Be prepared to wait with other hungry and health-conscious customers. Even as a solo diner on a late Sunday morning, I was told the wait would be about an hour. I was able to leave my name and received a curtesy call 45 minutes later once my table was available. My friendly server came over to offer me something to drink, asked if I had any questions and presented some of the specials for the day. After taking several moments to pour over the great-sound menu, I decided to go with the Statehouse Breakfast ($18) - Two pancakes or French Toast served with a choice of breakfast sides. In my case, I went with the seasonal Cinnamon Apple French Toast, with Hashbrowns (GF/SF) and Seitan Sausage. Service was very attentive, although customers should know that during peak busy times, you will wait a good 20-30 minutes for your order to arrive. This has nothing to do with efficiency, as the food is served up hot, fresh and tasty - it's simply a matter of good food takes time to prepare. Finally, my food arrived (with an smile and an apology for the wait from my server). It was well worth the wait. The seasonal Cinnamon Apple French Toast was spectacular. The caramelized apple bits mixed with an outstanding whipped cream and syrup was absolutely incredible. The toast itself was wonderfully soft and tasty, with just a slight hint of crisp on the crust corners. Add an extra $1 to the Statehouse Breakfast if you choose to add the Seasonal option(s) to your order. The Hashbrowns (GF/SF) were also quite good. Great crisp outer texture with delicious soft potato interior, all without the guilt. The plant-based meat substitute Seitan Sausage links were also tasty. The prices are on par with what you would find at other diners, but without the greasy spoon guilt. Come check out this family-owned diner, as this clan knows how to create an amazingly unique dining experience that will delight the tastebuds of everyone that visits.

Loaded tots and Buffalo chick sandwich
Tom C.

I usually order takeout or delivery from them but we decided to go in and see the place. Very cute and the service was wonderful. Our server was so sweet and thoughtful. My friend go the burrito bowl and said it was amazing. I got the loaded tots and the buffalo chick sandwich. The sandwich was phenomenal. The tots were ok, they unfortunately didn't taste super fresh. I have to say, I HATE cold food that's supposed to be hot and these were flavor-wise very good but temp was cold. I've ordered from here many times through delivery also and it's always good. Will be back!

Maggie D.

I loved everything about this place! I got a burger on gluten free bread that was so fluffy and delicious. The burger tasted just meaty enough and was great dipped in vegan ranch. They did forget a couple things but everything we did get was so delicious. I added on a strawberry milkshake that was super thick with vegan whipped cream on top. Can't wait to come back!

Loaded fries.  We got two orders!
Chelsea D.

TOP TIER. The location is convenient. The atmosphere is cool. The people, staff and guest, are helpful and friendly. The menu is amazing. The options are great. My food was delicious. EVERYTHING is vegan. I can't wait to come back with my sons. I bought two orders of the loaded fries, potato skins, and cheezy garlic bread. Chef's kiss!

Vegan Blue cheese Stuffed beyond burger
Goose R.

We went to her our @4thandstate fix. Voted the best vegan dinner in america according to VegOut magazine. Pictured , jalapeño popper sandwich, it's a Tempeh friend chik'n paddy with jalapeños and vegan cream cheese. And a cheese burger. With tempeh buffalo chik'n wings and 2 shakes. Strawberry cheesecake and lemon lavender.

Marci P.

We found this place just down from the theater and loved everything we had! There are very few places where we could order anything on the menu as vegetarians! The chicken parmesan sandwich was amazing! Drinks were good and we did street parking close by. Will def be back anytime we are in downtown Columbus!

Caramel Apple seasonal pancakes. This one was made by Chad himself and it was shlappin . Their seasonal menus go hard

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Reviews are largely positive. Diners praise the flavorful vegan food, extensive menu, and friendly, attentive service. The welcoming atmosphere is also appreciated.

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Delicious vegan food!! The staff was friendly and helpful. This is a must try spot for vegetarians and vegans in the Columbus area.

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Amazing food here! And love the atmosphere. We had pancake bites and plant milk shakes and everything was delicious.

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good vegan food, friendly and nice staff, all in all would go back if given the opportunity.

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Amazing vegan food! Great location. Friendly staff. What more can I say? 10/10 would recommend!

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The food is so good, service is wonderful and just the whole vibe is perfect there. I drive up from cincy to eat here so worth it.

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Had the French toast and was quite impressed. Atmosphere is great too.

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service was great! quick to the task and the owner's mom is very very kind!! food is fantastic and would recommend!

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This place was great! Vrunch wrap was delicious and filling. Will definitely be going back! 4.5 / 5

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I had their vrunchwrap, and it was one of the best meals I've had in a long time. I'll be returning very soon!

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Very Pricey, less quantity, tiny place with poor customer service. Not worth it. Got misled my other positive reviews

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Gluten-Free Biscuits By Daddy-O

Gluten-Free Biscuits By Daddy-O

4.2(49 reviews)
1.0 mi•King-Lincoln

Oh my gosh. I'm a gluten free girly and I haven't had a biscuit in over 2-3 years. This was…read moredelicious - buttery and flaky and I couldn't tell the difference. It's a small place where you grab and go - no seating. But you come in and you're greeted by friendly staff and a wonderful display of options in savory and sweet or blended. I had the chicken biscuit with cheese and bacon and ranch. The chicken is BAKED not fried and was sitting in dill - so it was absolutely DIVINE. I also couldn't help myself to the soft pretzel with cinnamon butter. SO GOOD. It's super doughy so not really the generic pretzel consistency but I was so happy. If you're celiac, you'll love feeling safe here as EVERYTHING IS GF and the kitchen is gf. I regret not buying the flour to bring home :(

This has been on my want-to-go list for a long time and I'm so glad that I finally got the chance…read moreto get some biscuits. It's just one of those things that you miss when you have to stop eating gluten. I preordered for pickup, and walked right by it twice before I noticed the sign. Walked in and was greeted quickly from someone in the back. I loved seeing the options on display and lots of signage, such a cute little space. I got blueberry and cinnamon biscuits, being vegetarian I couldn't have the sandwich options but loved seeing them. Gotta say, loved them both but the cinnamon was definitely my favorite. I think a non gluten-free eater wouldn't even notice a difference. I will definitely get them again, I see I can order them on delivery apps too.

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Gluten-Free Biscuits By Daddy-O - Display which wasn't covered in glass

Display which wasn't covered in glass

Gluten-Free Biscuits By Daddy-O
Gluten-Free Biscuits By Daddy-O - Menu

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Wolf's Ridge Brewing - Burnt edge hash

Wolf's Ridge Brewing

4.2(1.2k reviews)
0.5 mi•Downtown
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My son, brother and I visited on 10/9/26, a Friday night. We were lucky enough to get bar seating…read moresince the restaurant was fully booked. It was perfectly lit with enough lighting to read the menu but dim enough for a cool ambiance. The bartender we had, along with the rest of the staff, were extremely pleasant and made us feel more than welcome. My brother and I sampled a couple of the beers and enjoyed both. For the real winner of the night, let's talk about the food. My son ordered the steak with sweet potato and enjoyed it. My brother also enjoyed his fish and chips. But the big winner was the gnocchi with mushrooms and onions. I could not stop audibly moaning about how good it was. Perfectly tender gnocchi in a wonderfully rich sauce. It was so good that it made me do something that I haven't done in 47 years of life, order a second entree. I got another order and ate that one as well and it was just as good as the first. For a wonderful evening full of great food and a good atmosphere, stop into Wolf's Ridge Brewing. You won't be dissapointed.

We missed the dining room, so if you do want to dine, make sure you arrive when they offer service…read more We went down to the tap room. The bartender was knowledgeable and friendly. We enjoyed the beer. The venue itself was fantastic, lots of room, great vibe, and a big projector screen if you want to watch a game or something. We'd recommend it, and would return to check out the dining room whenever back in town.

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Wolf's Ridge Brewing - Inside

Inside

Wolf's Ridge Brewing - Kale Salad KFC

Kale Salad KFC

Wolf's Ridge Brewing - Carrot cocktail

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Carrot cocktail

Cento - Woman's hand pulling up pasta from her plate

Cento

4.5(188 reviews)
0.7 mi•German Village

What a gorgeous ambience. The plants, the coziness, the retro art and chandeliers to the dim lights…read more- very well done. We really enjoyed our meal here. We tried the bread service, the whipped ricotta, and the fritto misto. For me, this was the best fritto misto I've ever had. It was truly lightly fried, tasted very fresh and the sauce, balanced it perfectly. For our main, I had the Scarpinocc. It was not on my radar at all until our server mentioned that it was one of her favorite dishes and she recommended it. I paired it with grilled chicken and I'm so happy that I did. It was wonderful. My husband had the Piedmontese filet mignon and he is an avid steak guy and he said it was excellent. He also really enjoyed the Gorgonzola cream. For dessert, I had the hazelnut torte, and it was excellent. Excellent flavor, light and airy, and also sometimes dense. Would highly recommend trying out this restaurant.

Hands down one of the best Italian restaurants I ever experienced. The entrance was beautiful, the…read morevibe inside was intimate and elevated, service was on top of it, and the food was amazing! If you like calamari, you will love this one - so tender and the batter was light but so crispy! The peach salad had sweet peaches and they really brightened the salad. I also loved the cheese on the salad - brought it all together. The pasta was perfect - al dente and the sauce was so flavorful and rich. I would definitely come back again. Give this place a try!

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Cento - The Garden Terrazzo, heated in winter

The Garden Terrazzo, heated in winter

Cento - Lemon Tart with whipped cream and raspberries

Lemon Tart with whipped cream and raspberries

Cento - Burrata with roasted tomatoes, pesto and extra virgin olive oil

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Burrata with roasted tomatoes, pesto and extra virgin olive oil

Pie of the Tiger

Pie of the Tiger

4.4(45 reviews)
1.1 mi•Short North, Italian Village

You ever walk into a place and think, there's no way something special is hiding in here?…read more Yeah....That was me. An old tavern in Columbus. Dim. Historic. The kind of spot where you expect a solid beer and maybe some decent bar food. What you don't expect? One of the best Detroit-style pizzas of your life hiding behind a window in the back like some carb-based speakeasy. And when I say hidden, I mean hidden. No flashy signage. No "best pizza in town" ego. Just a quiet little window cranking out square pies that deserve a standing ovation. I ordered the classic red top -- already a bold move -- and added pesto because balance matters and I like to live a little. The result? Beyond reproach. Fresh, loaded toppings. Sauce with depth. And that crust... that beautiful Detroit crust. Crispy edges with that caramelized cheese halo, but still chewy and pillowy inside. The textural contrast is what separates amateurs from legends -- and this? This was legend-level execution. Easily top 3 Detroit-style pizzas I've had. And that's not a casual statement. If you don't understand the life-altering power of true Detroit-style pizza, I regret to inform you... you have not been living. Go find the window in the back. Trust me.

I've had Pie of the Tiger for takeout and now within the confines of Short North Tavern. You can't…read morelose with either, but I'd definitely recommend the dine-in experience (just because I'm a fan of Short North Tavern). But these creative Detroit-style pies are tasty, filling, and make great leftovers, which can't be said of all pizzas. Most recently, I enjoyed my Meatball Sundae pizza very much. And I was pleased with the slice of the Dill Thrill that I traded for with my wife. The dueling flavor profiles created magic. With many more pizza combinations to try, you haven't seen the last of me, Pie of the Tiger!

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Pie of the Tiger - Pepperoni Pizza

Pepperoni Pizza

Pie of the Tiger - Just cheese please (cheese pizza)

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Just cheese please (cheese pizza)

Tiger + Lily - Rice bowls and noodles

Tiger + Lily

4.2(530 reviews)
0.3 mi•Downtown
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Fantastic place, great atmosphere and service. Delicious food! They have several options for vegan…read moreand GF. We ordered Matcha and a fruit tea. Both were great, especially if you like matcha! We tried the Pop fries and dumplings. Both were favorable and delicious! I got the Tofu Vermicelli noodles, are first I didn't think the sauce on side would be enough, but it was and perfect. The Firecracker was very favorable and spice was great! The place was clean and reminds me of dinner seating. The music playing was loud but not too loud. We will come again!!!

Right downtown, Tiger+Lily is close by to the Palace Theater and works for pre-show dinner as it…read moredid for us on our first visit. Hip informal vib with ample but not big dining room. Quick and attentive service. We started with crispy dumplings (6), crispy egg rolls (2), and a scallion pancake. Bing, their crepe, wasn't available our night. My dining companions loved the pancake - for me perhaps a bit too much drizzled sauce. It was helpfully quartered when brought to the table so sharing was easy. The dumplings were indeed crispy and probably my favorite with a standard dark dipping sauce. The egg rolls were standard and perhaps a bit undersized and over fried, but a good creamy dipping sauce was a pivot away from the sweet chili sauce that usually accompanies such apps. Ramen is clearly the focus of the menu and three of us had ramen with chicken and one with pork. They spoke favorably of the broth and the combos of mushrooms, boiled egg, greens. I had the rice vermicelli with chicken that they called a salad. I was expecting the classic Vietnamese staple but this one had some adaptations, perhaps to a fusion or one might say less ethnic nod. Small things but the ample portion served in a small bowl made it hard to mix the rice noodles, lettuce, carrot, cucumber and chicken that is a common approach to the dish after drowning all the ingredients in both sweet sauce (nuoc cham), siracha and/or hoisin sauce. It only came with the nuoc cham. They brought Siracha when I asked for it, but I'm a fan of having these condiments on the table standard. Again, had the sense that the business lunch crowd that is probably the primary audience isn't likely to be as focused on the more authentic ingredients. The chicken was also not grilled and sliced but had a pleasant preparation. Just know it won't be the charred flavor that is so common. Finally, not to obsess on this one dish, but cutting the lettuce leaves more would enable easier chop sticks combos of the ingredients in single bites. Overall it worked for us. I am definitely the most focused on (my companions would say obsessed) on connection to what these dishes should be. If adaptations work well for you, Tiger+Lily likely will as well.

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Tiger + Lily - Signature ramen

Signature ramen

Tiger + Lily - Miso ramen

Miso ramen

Tiger + Lily - Craft cocktails

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Craft cocktails

Brassica - Salad- 1/2 Chicken & 1/2 Brisket

Brassica

4.7(1.6k reviews)
1.1 mi•Short North, Italian Village
•$$

SO. FRESH. I was in…read moreColumbus for a conference and stopped at Brassica for lunch, and I'm honestly kicking myself for not going every single day I was there! I had the falafel salad bowl and basically said, "Give me ALL the vegetables." I loaded that bowl up with every veggie they had to offer, and every single one was incredibly fresh and delicious. The falafel was fantastic, too! The staff was also so sweet, friendly, and accommodating, which made the experience even better. You can tell they really care about the food and the people they're serving. If you're in Columbus and looking for something fresh, flavorful, and satisfying, HIGHLY recommend Brassica! I only wish I had discovered it sooner so I could've eaten here every day of my trip!

We stopped by Brassica while we were in town reviewing a few spots, and as usual, this place…read morecompletely knocked our socks off. We arrived fairly close to closing, which can sometimes be risky--some restaurants start cutting corners as the night winds down. Not here. Everything was incredibly fresh, and each bite took our palates on a culinary adventure that had us feeling like champions for choosing Brassica for dinner. The ingredients, flavors, and execution were all outstanding. If you haven't been here yet, do yourself a favor and go. Brassica continues to prove why it's one of our favorite places to eat whenever we're in town.

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Brassica - Salad and photobomb Brassica Fries

Salad and photobomb Brassica Fries

Brassica

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Marcella's

Marcella's

4.1(1.2k reviews)
1.0 mi•Short North
•$$

Exquisite food and service. Also really enjoyed the vibe of restaurant. Will definitely will be…read morecoming back with my wife.

We had the BEST night at Marcella's celebrating both my niece's birthday and her new law fellowship…read morein Boston! Our table was perfect for the four of us, with a curved booth and two additional chairs that made for a cozy, comfortable setting. When we arrived, there was a personalized birthday card waiting on the table. Since her birthday is still a week away, she was completely surprised and touched by the thoughtful gesture. Our server, Anders, was outstanding. He struck the perfect balance of being attentive without being intrusive, frequently refilling our water glasses and offering excellent wine recommendations throughout the evening. We started with the arancini, which was absolutely delicious. Everyone else ordered salads, so I felt compelled to join them. Anders suggested a half Italian salad, and it turned out to be the perfect portion. For my entrée, I chose the mushroom ravioli in a cream sauce, which was the evening's special. It did not disappoint! Every dish at the table was thoroughly enjoyed, and everyone cleaned their plates. For dessert, my niece chose the lemon tart, which Anders presented with a candle, adding another special touch to the celebration. When I asked for his recommendation, he suggested the tiramisu. Wow! It was incredible and the perfect way to end the meal. Overall, it was a fantastic evening filled with great food, exceptional service, and wonderful family memories. We can't wait to come back!

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Marcella's - Interior August 2025 after remodel

Interior August 2025 after remodel

Marcella's
Marcella's

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4th & State - vegan - Updated October 2026

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