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    Alchemy Café

    4.4 (260 reviews)
    ModerateCafes, Sandwiches, Vegan
    Open 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
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    Outdoor seating

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    turkey tzatziki
    Alexandra H.

    such a cute breakfast/lunch spot! the coffee is delish and the focaccia was amazing! very friendly staff who was able to answer any questions we had.

    breakfast smoothie
    Danielle M.

    Had a great experience at Alchemy Cafe this past weekend. I had never been to this cafe before but when I was on my way home, I looked up places to get coffee which I don't drink but I wanted some kind of breakfast food and this cafe did NOT disappoint. The cafe is out a gym and it is an easy grab and go as well as made to order. I ordered two items, a smoothie and sandwich. The smoothie I got was the Breakfast Smoothie that comes with banana, blueberries, almond butter, oats, ohio maple syrup, housemade almond milk. It was delicious and would definitely get again. I also an Egg Sandwich that comes with vegetarian, egg souffle, havarti, zesty cashew cream, arugula, focaccia. Both very good and would definitely get again. I'm looking forward to coming back and trying more smoothies in the future.

    NEW Beet & Butternut Squash Salad
    Tom C.

    The salad was chopped which I love in a salad. The candied pecans and maple pecan goat cheese on top were out of this world mixed with the cabbage, kale, and sweet potato squash was def an amazing bite. We added smoked salmon to it and it was just kind of the cherry on top of the Sunday if you will. Added avocado as well. If I had to say something negative, I'd say that the dressing to dry ingredients was off. It was a bit dry. But very yummy. The turkey tzatziki sandwich was SOOOOOOO good. Refreshing, and super flavorful. Loved the honey and the cucumbers with the micro greens feta spread, man of man did it hit the spot on all levels. We also had some of the pesto avocado toast and it was so yummy we ate it before we could snap a photo haha. I will say, it was a bit pricey for the relaxed setting vibe of the brand and decor, but you get what you pay for so it was high quality fresh ingredient's and it was certainly delicious.

    Lox Toast
    Yae Sul J.

    Love coming here for a short atmosphere change for studying. It's a cute environment that I can get with done in with gear drinks and food, outlets and WiFi so there's a lot going for me to study here. Smooth music! The food here though is really solid. I love their lox toast and avocado toast! The lox toast comes with avocado already! Their smoked Salmon on it is phenomenal and it's got that lovely crunch where it's still soft enough and not hard but has crunchy. my friends have gotten the egg sandwich which looks amazing and I was told was amazing and soft with that soufflé egg so I will def get that next time!

    mushroom bahn mi

    Nice vibe nice staff however purchased the overnight oats which were entirely fermented and sour, had to be thrown out. Previous customer threw them out as well. Got the bahn mi and the bread was rock hard and they put almost zero filling in it... Maybe it was a bad day

    PB Peanut Butter Power, Dragon Fruit Smoothie, and Avocado Toast
    Chris W.

    I can't say enough about alchemy. They set the bar across Cbus for fresh healthy drinks and smoothies. I don't get down often to this location but anytime I'm near I'm headed to Alchemy. It's so good that even my two kiddos ask to get smoothies there and I know it's healthy for them. The servers are friendly and knowledgeable about the menu and products....and they seem genuinely happy! They were a huge help with guiding the choices in our most recent visit.

    Cookie Monster bowl, cold brew w/ cold foam, egg sandwich

    Food and service were both wonderful! I have been thinking about the Cookie Monster bowl since I've left and I will be back to try the pb smoothie forsure.

    Banana Almond Butter Toast v
    Nick S.

    I hadn't been to Alchemy Cafe in probably 5 years. I went with my partner and friend from out of town for a light lunch. I had the Banh Mi, which was on great crunchy bread, had a bit of heat, lots of fresh micro greens, and was a generous portion. It was a bit pricey ($13) but most sandwiches are in the 10-15 range these days. Sign up for their rewards account when you pay to save money on subsequent purchases. My partner has the egg sandwich, which had a great sriracha mayo and fantastic focaccia style bread. It was also an excellent portion and a bit more affordable ($9.5). The pistachio matcha latte (that comes with oat milk) was flavorful but a bit sweet for our tastes. The best news is anyone who is dairy free or has a dairy allergy has a ton of options on the coffee/latte menu. No need to add the extra $1 or more for oat milk like other coffee shops. Overall, I enjoyed the freshness, portions, and friendly service we received and will definitely be back.

    outdoor area
    Shubha A.

    absolutely love the smoothie bowls here!! you order when you walk up and you can get this order to go or there is a decent about of seating options if you'd like to stick around. the staff was very kind and helpful when my friend was debating on what to get and the food comes out pretty fast as well. the place itself is super cute inside! highly recommend checking out alchemy!! there is also parking outside the cafe.

    Inside
    Leon D.

    Really cool smoothie shop that has a very nice modern vibe! The service is very friendly and the smoothies are on point. I love the interior decor with all the seating options and nice variety of plants. This is a great place to hang out or get work done with upbeat music in the background. Highly recommend checking out to get your health food fix!

    Jenny Z.

    Didn't realize this lil cafe existed so close to my house. Was in the mood for a good breakfast sandwich and this showed up on Google. I knew there was an alchemy in grandview but didn't realize parsons too. Driving by we definitely missed it since it's in the lobby of a mixed use building. Ordered a few things over the phone for carry out including two toasts, an egg sandwich and a smoothie. Staff was really friendly. They were out of focaccia that day so I got my egg sandwich with sourdough instead. Lox toast was incredibly tasty. Love the capers and onions. The egg sandwich was great too... the sriracha aioli gave it some nice heat. Do wish I got to try the focaccia so will have to come back. The only toast I wasn't super impressed with was the avocado toast. Tasted bland - needed some salt and seasoning. The bread it was on was not toasted long enough so it just tasted like avocado spread on a piece of bread. My husband enjoyed the pb power smoothie. Im not a big smoothie person but I'll definitely keep this place in mind if I have a smoothie craving.

    Bahn Mi
    Ya Y.

    It has been a while since I visited here last time. I got basil portobello sandwich and Bahn Mi with the mushroom pate. Both were light. I liked the basil portobello more. The mushroom was so flavorful! I also got an iced coffee and a blueberry cacao smoothie. Both were very refreshing! However I think the food and drinks were a little pricy.

    Danielle M.

    This place is just the cutest with the most delicious "clean" food from smoothies, smoothie bowel, avocado toast, salads, coffee, etc. They have vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free options. The staff is super friendly and helpful when deciding what to order. They have a small outdoor patio with a a few tables.

    Dragon fruit smoothie with a tumeric super good donut

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    Yummy super healthy menu. The staff are super kind and helpful. I go here every time I visit Columbus.

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    Thanks for your kind review, Dale! Hope to see you back soon.

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    The amount of meat on the sandwiches is not equal to the cost. Paying for a lot of bread. Clean space and service was friendly.

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    The Lox

    The Lox

    4.5
    (562 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $$

    My goodness. This bagel changed my outlook on life and helped resurrect me to continue my apartment…read moresearch. The staff were friendly and somewhat fast, this place obviously has fans because it was packed! It's a cute little spot with a modern atmosphere. The bagel was perfectly toasted, the egg was soft and flavorful, to top it all off the bacon was crispy and delicious. Cannot wait to get another pick me up bagel from this place, worth the price.

    Update 8/2 Decided to stop back in to give him another shot…read morewith the hopes of a better experience. Once again ordered a bagel asked for an extra toasted Golden with extra cream cheese. It took about 15 minutes to get the bagel and I'm watching multiple people who ordered after me with multiple items get their food and leave while I ordered a single bagel. I eventually got annoyed and went up there and asked him what happened to my order and I guess they misplaced it or something I don't know, but eventually, my food came out I hope because it took so long it would actually be toasted to Golden, but I actually had to take the cream cheese off and see if they toasted it at all. It definitely wasn't toasted golden and again definitely not extra cream cheese. I don't feel like the order is ever that difficult but clearly they do what they want and you're just supposed to accept it. Definitely not gonna keep going here and giving them a chance after chance for them to drop the ball.

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    Sea Salt & Herb Bagel
    Sea Salt & Herb Bagel
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    Northstar Café

    Northstar Café

    4.3
    (1.4k reviews)
    2.4 mi
    $$

    Cloud Nine Pancakes $16.00…read moreThree ricotta pancakes served with real Ohio maple syrup and bananas Scrambled Eggs with Cheese 8 Choose smoked gouda, chèvre, gruyère or cheddar Mushroom Frittata $18.00 Three Green Field Farm eggs, hearth-baked with roasted mushrooms, sweet onions and gruyère. Served with breakfast PEANUT BRITTLE $5

    Despite my peanut allergy, we decided to have breakfast at Northstar Café during our visit to…read moreColumbus. We started with a Hot Apple Cider, topped with maple-infused whipped cream and cinnamon, along with a couple of hot coffees. The cider was warm, comforting, and full of cozy fall flavors. Unfortunately, the self-serve coffee station wasn't kept stocked, and after waiting quite a while for a refill, we eventually gave up. For breakfast, we ordered two Mushroom Frittatas, a Fresh Buttermilk Biscuit, and a side of Housemade Breakfast Sausage. The Mushroom Frittata featured three hearth-baked eggs with roasted mushrooms, sweet onions, and Gruyère cheese, served alongside breakfast potatoes and a peppery arugula salad. It was flavorful, hearty, and incredibly satisfying. Although I informed the staff about my peanut allergy, I was surprised to find the crispy breakfast potatoes on my plate, which left me uncertain whether the allergy request had been fully communicated to the kitchen. The Fresh Buttermilk Biscuit, served with strawberry preserves, was one of the highlights of the meal. It was flaky, buttery, and wonderfully moist, pairing perfectly with the sweet preserves. The Housemade Breakfast Sausage consisted of two peppery pork patties that were juicy and well-seasoned, making a great accompaniment to the rest of the meal. Overall, we enjoyed a delicious and filling breakfast with fresh, high-quality ingredients. While I wish the coffee station had been monitored more closely and that greater care had been taken regarding my food allergy, the Mushroom Frittata and fresh biscuit alone make Northstar Café worth returning to.

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    Lemons
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    Bar area... only the counter (non booth area) is considered bar.

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    Bar area... only the counter (non booth area) is considered bar.
    Paulie Gee's Short North

    Paulie Gee's Short North

    4.3
    (383 reviews)
    2.7 mi
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    I usually love Paulie Gee's Short North, which made this experience especially disappointing. We…read morespent over $80 on a to-go order that included two Gina's Gem, a big cheese pizza, and a salad. The pizza arrived cold but was still edible. Unfortunately, the Gina's Gem was nothing like what was advertised. I was expecting warm, crusty bread with a roasted cheese dip on the side so you could tear pieces of bread and dip them into the cheese. Instead, the cheese had already been spread directly onto the bread and toasted together. Because of that, the bread lost the texture you would expect--it wasn't crusty or dippable at all. It ended up soft, almost soggy, and the cheese was baked onto the bread rather than being a dip. The whole appeal of the dish was supposed to be the warm bread with the roasted cheese to dip into, and that part was completely missing. Included with the bread was a hot honey that missed the mark on being "hot" and some kind of jam. These options just made everything even more soft....which should have been impossible. The salad was actually the best part of the meal - even though it was a bit spicy. I've always had good experiences here in the past, so this was a big letdown--especially for the price. I just wish the to-go version of the dish matched how it's described, or that expectations were set correctly when ordering. Unfortunately, this experience made me lose all trust in ordering from here again. I can't believe we waited until exactly 3pm (when they opened) to order this.... At the very least the pizza should have been hot.

    First time at Paulie Gee's (I know, late to the game) and holllllly moly. We went on a Sunday right…read morewhen they opened at 3pm and got seated immediately. The Sunday special includes any two pizzas and a salad for $40 and we couldn't pass up this deal! The Caesar salad was absolutely phenomenal, topped with freshly shaved parm and bread crumbs, and mixed with this incredible spicy red pepper that was so delicious, we asked for more on the side. Both pizzas left us speechless as well, I really don't think you can go wrong with whatever you order. Service was great, food was prepared quickly, and there is plenty of seating and a bar area. Can't wait to be back!

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    Supreme pizza add hot honey
    Supreme pizza add hot honey
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    Lifestyle Cafe

    Lifestyle Cafe

    4.5
    (89 reviews)
    0.9 mi
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    While it's becoming increasingly easier to find vegan food, finding quality vegan can be a…read morechallenge. Hard to believe, but true. This is such a place. A place you need to at least experience and judge for yourself. Great thing is they have an All American menu with plenty of plant-based options. Something for everyone. The chicken and waffles are something I'll never understand. People love 'em, it's a lasting fad, I'll try them. These are pretty good. Not good enough to make a convert of me, but recommended. I don't quite get the whole chicken is made from King oyster mushrooms, thing. Huh? No matter. I ate it. Really enjoyed it. Highlight for me was the excellent service and the total ambiance of the place. Can't speak to the value for the buck aspect, but i believe we'll be back! 08/24

    Once more into the chicken and waffles adventure…read more This time, my buddy obviously was looking to change things up a bit and suggested vegan chicken and waffles. Really?! I didn't even know they existed. But yea, they are out there and they are...delicious. I have to admit, I was a bit hesitant (okay, really hesitant) when we walked into the small but friendly Lifestyle Cafe. Ordering was a breeze; walk up to the iPad thing and out your own order in, customizing as you please. Unfortunately they were out of the mushroom version so we got the Seitan and Soy versions. He ordered the Seitan and i ordered the soy but we split it up so we could each try. First, the waffles. A bit darker than expected but excellent. You could really taste the cinnamon and coconut sugar brûlée, which was a nice differentiator. Solid waffle. The Seitan was great, deep flavor and nice crunchiness. The soy was decent but it was basically soy with some batter, not nearly as much flavor. I am not vegan but I'd definitely come back to explore more of the menu. If they can make a solid vegan chicken and waffles, I'm interested to see what else they can do.

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    Chicken and waffles, kale salad
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    The Guild House

    The Guild House

    4.0
    (737 reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$

    I went here for my birthday and I'm not exaggerating when I say it was worth it…read more I ordered the steak, my boyfriend got the lobster ravioli, and we added salmon to the mix because why not go all in on a birthday dinner. Every single plate was hitting. The steak was cooked exactly how I asked, seasoned well, and actually had flavor all the way through. The lobster ravioli was rich but not heavy, and the salmon was flaky and done right, not dry at all. What really made it though was the service. They were attentive without hovering, kept the drinks coming, and made it feel like a special night without being extra about it. For a birthday dinner, that matters. If you're going, don't go playing small. Order what you actually want. It's one of those places where you lean into the experience and enjoy it. Solid food, great service, and a good spot for something worth celebrating.

    My take on the restaurant…read more Brussels Sprouts: 10/10 - as good as it gets! I couldn't imagine better brussels sprouts it was crispy but also soft in the center so you didn't have to fight your way through eating them even good restaurants. I have good flavor and good sauce for brussels sprouts aren't as soft as these ones. This was great. Lamb chops: 6.5/10 - very sweet small lamb chops! Cooked well and had good flavor I just wasn't personally blown away. The Clover Club: 9/10 - knew exactly what I wanted. Had Monkey 47 which is the BEST gin for this drink. Wasn't the best one I've had but pretty close for it not being on the menu. Filet: 7/10 - a little Gamey but it was cooked well as it should be. Didnt have anything unique about it just was don't like a filet should be done. The carrot was cooked to perfection which brought her review up. The fried potato was also amazing best part of the whole dish, especially with whatever spread they put on it. The fillet was not the highlight the carrot and the potato were. Sea Bass: 1/10 - genuinely did not taste good very gamey very fishy took two bites didn't eat it. The soup it came in was a little sour not a good flavor would not recommend. Hamachi Crudo: 3/10 - we are sushi snobs so take this with a grain of salt. It could totally be something that you love, but I hate when somebody brings out a piece of Nigiri or sashimi and it's warm. This dish has potential the flavors around it were very fresh but the hamachi was room temperature when it should be ice cold and the flavors felt like an after thought. Menu: 4/10 - nothing to write home about when it comes to the options. A very corporate get what you expect type restaurant. They aren't doing anything revolutionary here Atmosphere: 7/10 - definitely a nice spot. It's very clean bathrooms are intimate and also very clean again. Nothing revolutionary here the demographic when we went was very old and corporate. Price: 5/10 - $340 plus idk... I feel like this was worth $180-$220 personally for the price I never complain about price anywhere I go out to eat, especially fine dining, but this place was overcharging for what they're actually giving for sure. Overall: 6.5/10 - I would recommend this place to someone who doesn't really care about Food that much and is wowed by like an STK or a more chain like "fancy restaurant" I was hoping to get more of a small boutique very intentional experience at this restaurant just based on the outside by the field, but it definitely feels like they've cut a few corners when it comes to building a really unique food experience I would love to come back and give it another try because maybe I just came at an off time. Majority of people will give us an eight out of 10 rating. My girlfriends take on the restaurant Brussels Sprouts: 9/10 Lamb chops: 8/10 The Clover Club: 8/10 Filet: 6.5/10 Sea Bass: 1/10 Hamachi Crudo: 2/10 Menu: 4/10 Atmosphere: 6/10 Price: 3/10

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    Agnolotti with butter lobster, toasted garlic, tomato broth, basil and lemon crème fraiche

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    Agnolotti with butter lobster, toasted garlic, tomato broth, basil and lemon crème fraiche

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