I was super excited to come to Comune after it has been on my to-do list for so long. I came with coworkers one evening to try the Spring 2023 menu, and was not disappointed by anything about the experience. When you walk in, it's actually a bit more of a casual vibe than you would expect from the elevated food. It felt open and minimalist, with a touch of millennial plant-loving hipster vibes. The servers were all very kind and welcoming, without being too in-your-face. I sat down and started the evening with a spicy Mexico City to drink, having just returned from there a couple of weeks before. It was well-balanced, with a grilled spicy chili as a garnish. I believe it was said to have contained palo santo, but I didn't quite pick up on that in the flavor. For food, we did everything tapas style. Our table loved the fried sunchokes and mixed veggies. Bother were perfectly crisp on the outside, and perfectly cooked on the inside. The beet and strawberry salad was presented beautifully. I also really enjoyed the oyster mushroom dish. I am picky about mushrooms, and they were cooked well, just how I like them. The garbanzo beans could have been cooked just a touch longer in my opinion, but I am picky about beans and I usually feel that way about garbanzos. I finished off with the Oaxaca Colada-- so dynamic and refreshing. I'm not sure what they use as a thickener, perhaps aquafaba? But it was a lovely combination between creamy, sweet, and tart. I look forward to trying Comune again when the next menu comes out! read more

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This place is so special. So much care is put into every dish, from the seasonal and locally-sourced ingredients, to their arrangement and presentation. Everything that I ate - even Comune's take on classics like hummus or baba ghanoush - was creative and unique. The dinner I spent sitting at the bar in late August is the best meal I've had in Columbus. The space glows at dusk. I enjoyed watching the sun set from the storefront window. Would recommend Comune without hesitation for a long, slow dinner - we paced ourselves :-) and kept ordering more small plates throughout the night. I also wanted to shout-out the watermelon yogurt mousse. It's a seasonal "no waste" dessert that uses every part of the watermelon - including, delightfully, the (candied) rind! Altogether the whole thing was incredibly refreshing and balanced. This was my favorite dessert I've ever eaten at a restaurant. read more

Comune - tahdig - Vegetarian Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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I was absolutely blown away!!!!!! The food was incredible and I cannot stop thinking about the crispy rice!!!!! I wish I took photos of all that we tried but I feel you cannot go wrong with whatever you pick. The atmosphere was everything and the service was wonderful. 11/10 recommend. read more

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Loved it so much! If you want vegetarian food this is the place to go! They use all fresh ingredients and we had the special green beans that's girlfriend hadn't eaten for years. She asked where they got it and the chef said they got it from a farmers market about 1 hour south. They have special menus in different seasons. Definitely worth 50 minutes drive for us for the great food! read more

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Omnivore. That is how I would classify myself. Family members are vegetarian and carnivores. We were invited to go to Comune by family and readily agreed. Make sure you have a reservation. There were people waiting for tables and streaming in the doors constantly. The Fresh Semolina PastaPantry LoveFalafel Wraps all were very tasty. The drinks were well prepared and designed to please. Finished off with some sorbet (the pasta has a kick to it). It is a bit expensive but worth the experience. read more

Comune deserves a James Beard Award cause their food is bomb all the time! They never miss a beat! I literally walk out and I'm like chef's kiss; dinner is always magical! If y'all ever need a taste tester I'm your girl! Went on 6/28 for my friends birthday and tried the new summer menu! Amazing!!!! I love that they took their time with the summer menu! It was so creative and just delicious! So many good that I'd never think to pair together! Always a great food experience! Vegan Jesus gotta be in that kitchen!!!! read more

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Amazing restaurant. The food selection. Vegetarian!Get there. Best service we've ever experienced!

We had high expectations for this place, but sadly it didn't meet the standards. We had plenty of vegan food from great vegan restaurants, this wasn't one of them. The food was very expensive for a low quantity, we were served warm tap water and it had a terrible aftertaste. Our bill came up to 50 some dollars for some bread and cold eggs. Disappointed, shaking my head. read more

We went for a special occasion midweek. The service was efficient and present. I did find that sometimes the waitress would ask how the dishes were soon after they were delivered so it this awkward "oh it's good" while we are chewing our first bite. We were there for the spring menu. We ordered the chawanmushi, celery root and the wild mushroom courses. I would say out of the three the chawanmushi was the best. If had the perfect texture offset by the favs beans and the dressing on top was well seasoned and had a little heat which was nice to counterpoint the richness of the custard. The celery root dish was alright. I sauce was the best part of it but found the flavor of the celery root to be too overpowering. I wonder if a different vegetable would be better or a braised tofu? My partner felt the celery root was undercooked. But didn't necessarily feel that way and it was more of a firmer texture for texture purposes. The wild mushroom course was the biggest disappointment. The description highlights different types of mushrooms like morels and chanterelles. Unfortunately the dish comes to the table and it's a plate of chewy rice which the predominant flavor of red pepper. This was topped with the nondescript mushrooms and coated in sauces. The sauce once again is delicious but you can't tell what type of mushroom you are eating because it is draped in sauce and the rice flavor comes across as red bell pepper. So although it's advertised as a mushroom forward dish, the mushrooms only provide a little bit of texture. The different flavors of the chanterelles and morels have no chance of overcoming red bell peppers and hollandaise We also tried the choux pastry. There was a description of strawberry on the menu, this just appeared to be freeze dried powdered strawberries dusted on top. It didn't really impart any flavor. The choux itself was nice, there were some burnt notes that I didn't mind but I'm not sure if it was intentional. The crème diplomat had a good flavor and texture. I would say the highlights of comune are the seasonal drinks. My partner had a Sakura sour which looked gorgeous. I don't like whiskey but found this drink to be tasty. I ordered the strawberry rhubarb Collins. This was zippy and refreshing. Seriously delicious. The space is fairly small so I would recommend reservations if you are going st a busier time. I love the plants and the clean white juxtaposed with the foliage. It was a little cramped when it was busier. read more

You know it's good when you get a hair in your food (literally pulling it out of your teeth) and still rate it a 4 star. Tangent: I've had a lot of hair in my food which is extremely disturbing. This is the 5th place in two months...am I cursed? My sign to stop eating out so much? Lol. It's so surprising in a time of Covid / extra sanitary precautions. Our server Grace was apologetic and very quick about bringing me a fresh plate. Ugh no money or discount is worth the vomit inducing feeling that a hair gives you. But anyway... onto the drinks and food. The wine list was a lot of fun. We tried two bottles of red. One was tart/acidic but not sweet (pax) and the second was a primitivo which came chilled. Both are wines I would not seek out but I'm glad I tried. The food was delicious. We tried the cashews (the item with the hair), bread and spread (loved the baba and tzaziki), tempura cauliflower, fries, and sweet potato tostada. Favorite item was the tempura cauliflower which had a little bit of a kick. Sweet potato was awesome too with the salty and sweet combo. For entrees the mushroom pappardelle and crispy rice were both awesome. For crispy rice definitely do both the egg and avocado. The mushroom pappardelle had an extremely rich and delicious flavor. I thought the noodles were a touch over cooked but overall an amazing dish. I don't eat vegetarian ever but this is definitely the place to do it if you're gonna have a veggie night! Flavors and ingredients are super well rounded and does not feel like you're missing anything in the meal! read more

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It's been about a month since my first visit to Comune and I'm still dreaming about it. I say first visit, because there is no doubt in my mind that I'll be back for years to come! It was delicious and special and all the things that make you want to keep coming back to a business. My co-worker and I arrived for lunch and we were both blown away by the space itself. It's bright, modern, and overall has lovely character. I loved all the white and the plants throughout the space. We started with drinks and I ordered the Lapp it Up seasonal kombucha. It was a rose apple flavor and was fabulous. I had never heard of Lapp it Up and was pleasantly surprised to learn that it's an Ohio based business. Another reason why this place is magical! Next we decided to share the pickles, which were a variety of different vegetables including carrots, cucumbers, beets, apples, and okra. This was a great opportunity for me to try various pickled items that I've never had before. For example, the apple blew me away. Who would have thought? For my main course, I ordered the sweet potato torta with a side of togarashi fries. The torta itself included jalapenos, pickled onions, greens, and 3 different spread options; black bean, queso fresco, and avocado-cilantro mayo. I ate several single bite and would hands down, order this again. The fries were also amazing. I love me some good fries and these were seasoned well and went great with the spreads that came with my torta. My friend ordered the dan dan noodle bowl and said it was absolutely amazing. So amazing that she took her left overs with her on the way back to Indy and ate them in the car later, no lies. Comune really goes above and beyond when it comes to crafting a beautiful menu and combining that with a beautiful space and friendly service. It's unique, completely vegan which is a major win for me, and they're doing something no other place in Columbus is doing. Can't wait to come back! read more

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My girlfriend and I had a lovely birthday dinner here. We loved that it was cozy and intimate, with indoor plants everywhere. The service was great as well. I remembered the pita being outstanding and the rest of our dishes being delicious as well. read more

My first visit was today for lunch with Gwen W. Since Jayme recommended the Sweet Potato Torta, I was going to get that, until I saw the Brussels Sprout Melt. This was so original, I ordered it and loved it. Very tasty and the black mountain bread was great. The side greens were indeed "simply dressed" and perfect (ok, maybe a tad salty). Our server brought a pitcher of water for the two of us, and I asked for lemon with mine. She brought a tiny pitcher of lemon juice. Neato. I also had a glass of Riesling, which was very refreshing for a hot day. The interior is simple, very white, and lovely. I will surely return. There is side street parking. read more

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I was here a few years back and my experience was not memorable and I don't remember being excited about the menu or over the moon about the food. I am glad I came back as it seems like I was at a much different restaurant. I love the dim lighting and more intimate setting. The food was delightful. I enjoyed the gnocchi dish. I was impressed by the flavors and variety. Loved the different textures. It is best to try a few dishes here and share with your friends. Make a reservation online it is quite easy to do. read more

Comune - Vegetarian Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

I had high expectations coming here and they were exceeded. Very flavorful! Too many restaurants are cautious about flavor but Comune really goes for it. This does mean you may be better off going with a group comfortable sharing so if something is too sour, spicy, etc., someone else at your table will like it if you don't. Some subtle flavors here are impressive too! Everything is medium sized (kind of like proper Spanish tapas) which is really fun--esp for sharing. Beware the servers may recommend ordering A LOT of food. If you are drinking, three choices for two should be plenty to start and likely enough total--then order 1-2 more only if you are still hungry. Tables can be small so they can't serve you more than 1-2 dishes at a time anyway. If you cook veg food at home there are so many ideas to play with from here. I'm going to try to make quick carrot pickles, cook with crispy rice, and celeriac at home in the coming months now too. Sometimes I'll only discover 1-2 techniques or dishes I want to make at home PER YEAR eating out so to be inspired by three different things in a single meal is wonderful. I almost never go places that can cost $50-$75 per person but this is absolutely worth it. So so good! read more

The ambiance was inviting, our server was so warm and friendly. The food was spectacular. A new go-to spot for sure. The cocktail and food were some of the best I have ever had. Love that their menu was plant-forward, vegan options offered too! read more

Comune - Roasted baby potatoes & crispy rice pilaf - Vegetarian Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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My husband came back in June for our anniversary and loved it even more. My husband felt bad the last time we came in February so he hadn't really enjoyed himself. But this time we both thoroughly enjoyed are food and time. I have never craved mushrooms in my life but let me tell ya, those mushrooms were EXQUISITE. My husband and I don't drink alcohol and still would highly suggest this. I tried the Shrub + Soda for a nonalcoholic drink and I enjoyed it! Great vegan options that would knock the socks off no vegans! I wished I lived closer because I would be coming here all the time. read more

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Comune is one of the hottest places in Columbus. Strangely it was pretty quiet the last time here. This is located pretty close to other trendy places on Parsons. It's one of those places where food is also like an art. The prices are kind of high but everything is very good though. I had the dan dan noodles. It's about $11 for the bowl. This comes with a bunch of noodles and some vegetables. It has some good spice to it. The water glass kept needing more water. Desserts are a must try even if you aren't hungry. The avocado chocolate cake doesn't taste like it's vegan. I was brought the wrong dessert and was allowed to keep it. Pretty cool and this let me check out more stuff. I had the lemon sorbet with berries. It's about $5 for a small bowl. This could be bigger but it's big on taste. I would like to come here again. It has a simple menu so there's only several items. The problem is everything is good so I want to try everything there. read more

Comune - Dan Dan Noodles - Vegetarian Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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So,so,so good. My favorite place to take friends when visiting. Excellent food and ambiance.

I finally got to visit Comune to try the summer menu last month and holy moly was it delicious! If you only order one thing, you HAVE to try the Bread + Spreads. Housemade koji pita served with rotating dips--summer menu included lemony artichoke, hummus, and baba that were all very tasty. I also tried the roasted carrots, cucumber peach salad, and baby potatoes. If I could only make my vegetables at home taste this good! For dessert, we ordered the peach sorbet. A perfect ending to a perfect dinner. Can't wait to come back and try the new fall menu! read more

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One of the most genuine and creative vegan/vegetarian restaurant in the city. Very modern décor that can be appealing to progressive minds. Seating arrangement are close to next table that can interfere with the conversation but that wasn't an issue with us. This place can be a perfect dating venue even for non-vegans. Drinks as well as food menu has depth. Our server was amazing and the bartender made the drink with changes I asked for. My squash was wonderful with lentils and citrus. Overall it's a very pleasant experience. read more

Comune - Squash with lentils - Vegetarian Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Loved the food experience! All of the menu items we ordered exceeded expectations. Can't wait to return to try other menu items.

Incredible food and drinks! Enjoyed the our meals. Service could be friendlier and more welcoming.

I went here as part of a ladies night out the summer before Covid. We ordered drinks and multiple dishes for sharing at the table. The only dietary restriction amongst the three of us was a gluten allergy. Service was exceptional. The wait staff was very knowledgeable about which items were gluten-free. She checked on us several times during our visit and cleared plates away as dishes were portioned out amongst us. Because the menu is plant-focused, the menu regularly changes based on what is available in the market. The interior is lovely and warm. The only minus was that we attended on a night where a large dining party was seated at a long table in the middle of the room. They were loud which created a lot of noise in the space. read more

Oh. My. God. If I could rate this place 76/5 stars- I would. My fiancé and I reserved a table for dinner to celebrate our engagement! The night was already off to a great start. The two of us walked in and were taken to our table. The ambiance was already delightful. The interior of comune is beautiful. It is clean and simple. We ordered drinks and an appetizer. Our waitress was so kind. The appetizer was so inviting. We got the bread and spread. They brought out this huge pita!!! With three different spreads. This pita was so big and so good. It was fluffy - yet crunchy. It was also salted well and possessed this earthy taste. Divine. Our meals were also pretty good. I got the falafel wraps and he got the semolina cavatelli. Wow. His pasta was so good! I normally don't go crazy for pasta - but the sauce was complex and artful. My falafel was good - just incredibly crunchy. Besides that, taste was excellent. Next comes the best part of the entire experience..... dessert. I was floored looking at this knafeh. Absolutely floored. I can't put words to how impeccable this dessert was. It was beyond master chef level. The taste was so good I died and resurrected in one bite. It was this vegan ice cream atop a haystack of toasted coconut. Underneath the coconut was this chocolate ganache square with berries. The ice cream was topped with pistachios and what seemed to be some sort of berry compote. Ugh. Drinks were yummy too. We are definitely going back. Thanks Comune. read more

SO YUMMYYYY MMMMM 10/10 You do not want to miss out on this grub. I had the best time ever. Cocktails were out of this world. Yummy! Mm mm mmmm read more

I was really impressed by Comune. We dined on the patio and everything we ordered was delicious. The bread and spread is a must get; the bread comes out nice and hot and the spreads are all different and complement each other. We tried the crunchy rice too; lots of flavors going on and great texture. The falafel wraps were our favorite though; they were super crunchy and the presentation was beautiful. Overall, I am so glad we discovered Comune as this was one of the most creative restaurants we've tried in town. Great atmosphere, friendly servers and we look forward to being back! read more

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A special place for our vegan date nights, unique pairings, romantic atmosphere and professional service! read more

Comune - Martini and IPA - Vegetarian Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Every dish is a nice absolute banger. One of favorite restaurants ever. Flavors and colors and really dynamic but ultimately simple dishes. Freshness and creativity abounds and the kind of place where there's such intentionality and beauty that people take photos of what they ordered to put filters on, but the kind of quality that leaps out and demands to be shown in its purest form, without a filter. Learn about a random cool wine or experience a surprising and delightful context for a vegetable I've never much considered. Summer menu went hard read more

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Absolutely disgusting and unsatisfied . I would of never thought it would be as bad as it was at is all that,

I walked into Commune after working wanting coffee and I did not look at their hours. Even though they were not open, the people inside made me feel welcome in and made me a coffee. The coffee was great but the service is what really made me love my experience, even though it was only five minutes. I can't wait to go back during their own hours. read more

Oh. My. Gosh. This place was absolutely amazing. I went here with some friends for happy hour and left feeling so refreshed and satisfied. I got a old fashioned for a drink, which went down very smooth. For happy hour, we ordered the bread, nuts, pantry love,marinated olives, and cumin potatoes. Everything was crazy good. It was all very fresh and you could tell how much care they put into every single component. Their happy hour was a great deal too, each of these dishes were only $5 each! For my entree, I got the Black Garlic Hominy Tamal. It was beautifully presented and creative with all the ingredients inside. I couldn't stop eating it, but left feeling light and satisfied when finished. Of course I always get dessert, so we ordered the bourbon pineapple sorbet. It was probably my favorite part of the meal! Everything was absolutely fantastic from start to finish! read more

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My girlfriend and I decided we wanted to try something new before a concert at Nationwide and landed on Comune. As individuals who greatly appreciate a fine cooked piece of muscle, we were a little nervous about a veggie forward menu. Shortly after receiving our shared dishes we felt at ease. Everything was fantastic; the wine selection is fun & eclectic, the cocktails were spot on and classic and the food was delicious. We can't wait to go back! read more

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Always good food. This visit was hurried by unfriendly wait staff. After a stressful day, we wanted to unwind and enjoy a relaxing night out. Instead, we felt pressure to rush our order meal and get out quickly. It seemed the staff was in a hurry to get out of there. Unfortunately, this has always been one of our favorites. read more

Columbus is fortunate to have this amazing spot! Anyone who still things eating vegetarian means going hungry or missing that umami deliciousness needs to head to Comune and get educated. Lol. Great cocktails and wine and wonderful, knowledgable and friendly staff make this a place you'd be confident taking the boss, the in-laws or a special someone. Crispy Rice. If you know, you know. read more

People had been recommending Comune to me for months, and I finally got there last month. I was pleasantly surprised that my husband (meat eater) and I (vegetarian) both loved everything we tried -- don't miss the breads and spreads, as the 'spreads' change daily. The menu seems limited, but every option is delicious. I got the infamous fried rice of the season, and it was great. The only reason I'm giving it 4 stars is because it took more than 30 minutes to get our bread and spreads after ordering. But once that came out, the rest of the food came out quickly. read more

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Do yourself a favor and just go! As a San Francisco resident, we've had our fair share of great meals in California but Commune has been one of the best and most memorable meals we've had in a while. We're visiting family in Columbus and as vegetarians we knew we'd like Commune but the biggest selling point was when my meat-loving brother-in-law couldn't stop raving about. We finally had the chance to visit and basically ended up ordering one of everything (also highly recommend!!). The food is incredibly fresh and the flavors are outstanding. As we got back in the car after the meal, we were trying to settle on our favorite dish but we all just had to agree the entire meal was perfection. Additionally, the interior is trendy and cozy- a great spot to meet for date night or to go out with friends. The staff were wonderful and super helpful, we will 100% be back everytime we return to Columbus in the future - thank you Commune!! read more

Comune - Vegetarian Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Since their menu changes I'll just comment on the overall experience. It was nice. I love the décor, it takes you into another world that doesn't feel like Ohio. The restroom will take you to another universe (hahaha), the audio and lighting is kind of trippy. The vegan food overall is so flavorful and not what I expected. This restaurant will inspire you to make vegan food at home, at least it did to me! read more

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It was so delicious and unique. I've been there twice and was not disappointed. Great atmosphere and plentiful parking across the street!

I came to Comune recently with a group for a birthday dinner reservation for 14 people. The vibe was very "hip" and relaxed. We had to wait for our space to be available for around 30 additional minutes due to the previously group going over their reservation slot. We just convened at Parsons Brewing Co. located conveniently next door. Once we were seated in our intimate party space, we all said our hellos, which was a bit difficult due to the galley-style table setup in the private room. It wasn't a huge problem because the party arranger setup place assignments, but I could see it being an issue for those who are unaware of the space. Our servers were wonderful and the food was unique and delicious. The broccolini had a subtle anise-y flavor, which was fun, and the crispy rice with dates was flavorful and unexpected. I will say the wine prices were not super-approachable price-wise by the glass or the bottle, but we were well-imbibed. The drinks did take a considerable amount of time to come out, so make sure you order something to sip on! At the end of the meal, it was kind of a cluster; the server asked if we were separate checks, to which we confirmed. However, despite the question, the restaurant insisted that the checks could not be separated and one person ended up covering the entire bill. It was a little unexpected and misleading to everyone. read more

Comune - Broccolini with cured egg yolk - Vegetarian Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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