TenSpace offers up a very unique brick and mortar store. Every few months they switch up the vendor…read moreand experience to offer up something that connects with the community currently it's set up to connect Nature Made Vitamins with the local community. They did a great job creating the experience with a lot of creativity and opportunities for engagement.

TENSPACE is likely unlike any store on the Short North, and that's kinda why it's amazing. To put…read moreit in their own words, "Every 8 weeks, TENSPACE opens a free, unticketed, and immersive experience where you can get to know an online brand in real life. TENSPACE is located in the heart of the midwest, Columbus, Ohio, and is open Wednesday - Sunday and also offers ticketed experiences during each brand's experience." Essentially, a company pays TENSPACE to host a marketing event at the space for 8 weeks. When I stopped in, they were working with Olipop (a health-focused soda company). It looks like they've done partnerships with Ban.do and other companies in the past. (I'm actually sad I missed the Ban.do one.) TENSPACE, at least for the Olipop pop-up, really is marketing done *right*. I walked into this beautifully-decorated, open space that was all about the brand. As the representative explained, everything about the space was specifically curated in partnership with the brand to help you experience what the brand's about. For Olipop, they were looking for the feeling of summer relaxation and fun with people you care about, so the space was decorated in fun, bright colors with a faux soda bar, cornhole, a picnic table, and more. It's hard to really explain how beautifully curated it all is, honestly. It's overwhelming at first glance, but as you settle in, you really notice the attention to details - like the branding on the Connect Four board, the wall that encouraged you to think back to your favorite flavors and what memories they inspired, or even the flavor descriptions that were on the bags for the Cornhole game. There's just so much everywhere. Marketing amazement aside, it's just a really, really fun experience. It's like being temporarily teleported to another world where you're encouraged to just hang out and be in the space. With minimal things to buy (just two things for Olipop - a sampler pack of soda or a tote bag), the focus isn't really on purchasing. It's all about experiencing the different aspects of the brand - and leaving with a positive feeling about the brand. As a customer, TENSPACE offers (at least during the Olipop experience): -An immersive experience that feels a bit like a wonderland you're encouraged to explore -Air conditioning - which while walking Short North in the summer is worth its weight in gold -A free tasting bar you can walk in and try all of the Olipop flavors -Vote for your favorite Olipop flavor and get a free can to walk out with too -Games you're encouraged to play and experience with those you're with -SO many backgrounds and inspiration for selfies. A soda bar. A faux outdoor area with picnic table. Gigantic straws. Bubbles everywhere. "Scented" dressing rooms filled with props that encourage selfies. This is, of course, if you happen in on a random day. They also have ticketed events and partnerships (like crafting your own popsicles or yoga pop-ups) that integrate the brand into crafted experiences too. And again, it's all extra-magical because there just isn't a pressure to buy anything. The staff is running the tasting bar, and you're free to explore every inch without the pressure to leave after purchasing. Really, I'm beyond ecstatic about TENSPACE, and I'm likely coming back every two months to see what immaculate partnership they've put together next.

Two visits deep (brunch AND dinner) and this place has a 100% hit rate in our household. That's not…read moreeasy to achieve. The prices are refreshingly fair, the food comes out fresh every single time, and the vegetarian options? Chef's kiss. I blanked on the name of my dish but my taste buds definitely remember it. My husband, a man of few words when it comes to food compliments, was also thoroughly impressed with his meal. If you're on the fence, consider this your sign. We'll be back. Probably soon.

My friend, who is an Ohio local, recommended Bonifacio and said she brings everyone here when they…read morevisit. After trying it for Sunday brunch, I can totally see why. Definitely make a reservation because it gets busy. The atmosphere: The restaurant is cute and inviting, with both table and bar seating. The food: We started with a side of the ube waffle for the table, and it was fluffy and delicious. I ordered the Pork Tocino Silog, which came with arroz caldo, salad, rice, and an egg. The pork was tender and coated in a sweet, flavorful marinade that tasted nostalgic in the best way. The vinaigrette added a nice tang, and the salad balanced the plate with a refreshing, palate-cleansing bite. The standout for me was the arroz caldo. I cannot rave about it enough! It reminded me of Vietnamese porridge, but thicker and a little chewier. It was warm, comforting, and the perfect start to the meal. The service: Great throughout, and the staff was attentive and friendly.

Wow this place was a treat! Great ambiance. Our server was very friendly. They had us seated…read moreimmediately. The food here is exceptional. We all raved about everything ordered to the table. I'll certainly be back

Socal Kitchen is such a good spot for a fun, happy hour. I went last Thursday with friends and we…read moreall had a great time catching up over drinks and sharing a few things from the menu. The crispy rice was SO GOOD and the spicy tuna roll we shared was really solid too, especially for the happy hour price. Even though the bar was pretty backed up, our server stayed super attentive and friendly the whole time. You could tell they were busy but still made sure we had everything we needed. Also have to mention the interior, it's super cute and aesthetically pleasing, perfect for a casual night out that still feels a little nicer. Definitely a spot I'd go back to for another happy hour, in fact I'm going for an Easter brunch with my parents as well!

Fresh fresh! I got the Quesabirria which came with dipping consume and a side of rice. I loved…read moreit. A little messy but that's part of the game. I drizzled a little of the consume over the rice for an extra flavor kick. I skipped the nachos and went right for the Birria. The chips and salsa were also very good. Just a little kick to the salsa which was nice. Wash it all down with a tall Modelo. Perfect!

Love this place! Great food, in a relaxing atmosphere…read more Our server was super attentive and friendly. Like others have said, it looks like a hole in wall from the outside, but the interior is really well done. The bar has comfortable seating with a couple of televisions playing telenovelas. They play soft Latin American music which adds to the chill vibe. I'll definitely be back.

They said the wait time is 10-15 but it toke over an hour just to even get inside. The food was…read moreamazing, toke me back to my childhood.

The best Crab Boil I had so far in Columbus. The service was great, our server was informative and…read moreoutgoing. The ambiance made for a good experience with family and friends.

This place is the real deal. Started with a smoked old fashioned that came out in the coolest…read moredecanter I've ever seen. The waiter went out of his way to get me the info on where they procured them from. Mine are on order! Daughter had the espressos martini that was also excellent. We both had soup, the lobster bisque and French onion. Both were delicious and the presentation on the bisque was way cool. Had the sea scallops for dinner and the fillet with black garlic butter. Both were very good as well. And not to disparage the entrees, the $8 bread basket was to die for.

I've been a loyal customer of OC for over a decade, considering it my go-to restaurant in Columbus…read more However, my recent experience on March 27th was far from satisfactory. The service was incredibly slow, and we had to repeatedly ask our waitress for what we needed. To make matters worse, there was hair everywhere--in the butter with the bread, on the tater tots, on the table, and even in the menu. I ordered a filet mignon, but half of it was extremely fatty. The truffle macaroni and cheese was a complete disappointment; there was no trace of truffle flavor. To top it off, my butter cake for dessert was undercooked and raw in the middle. Despite my love for this restaurant, I'm genuinely concerned about whether I'll return.

Disclaimer: haven't tried the food. Waited in line more than 1 hour to order. Then waited 45…read moreminutes to get food and there were still 3 orders ahead of me. Had to abandon ship- ended up giving buzzer to someone waiting in line. Hope they enjoyed the free Mac and cheese bowl. I'm fine waiting for quality food but this was just not acceptable. Poorly managed, beware

I was introduced to Sprouting Dreams at a vegan pop-up market. I saw the crowd of people around…read moretheir table, so figured I'd see what they're all about. Apparently, they are rather well known in the Columbus area by the vegan population. From what I could gather, this is a family affair: daughter is the chef and builds the menu, with the help of her mother. I tried their vegan burger. They make their own vegan honey mustard sauce to go on it, which I thought was good, but a bit overpowering; should have asked for lite sauce. The vegan protein party could have used a some more umph in the flavor department, but it was still a solid meal. Anyone attempting to venture out and appease the masses deserves a nod.

Food was amazing - home cooked and quality. Haven't tasted food this good in a minute. The cake was…read moremoist and yummy, the meatloaf we got both, was half beef which had a jerky kinda flavor so good, and half turkey was so moist and flavorful and perfect meatloaf. I loved the greens and cabbage so much. Came with mashed potatoes too and a fruit cup and a drink. Cake slices were extra and SO glad I got them. Mel only cooks for others on Saturday so be sure to place your order with her before Saturday! Oh and get you a TKO drink too. Long Island fruit punch! Yummmm!

From the owner: Freshly cooked meals with a rotating menu which includes the most commonly liked foods with a…read moresouthern style taste. Signature baked slices of cake also available the Oreo Cookie Cake, Yellow cake with chocolate frosting and the Pineapple upside down cake are the most popular.

Got takeout and was really happy with it. Portions were a good size, and everything had a lot of…read moreflavor. The chicken lo mein was so good, and the General Tso's chicken with white rice was very solid. If you want more broccoli, order the $5 side, the main plates are mostly chicken, which I personally prefer. The place itself is lovely with lots of seating. The order was ready on time, stayed hot on the drive home, and was ready to eat right away. Will definitely be back. One of the better Asian spots in Columbus.

Walking in, the guy was like on the other side of the restaurant scream out. Sat here of to go?…read more First impression. Failed Im not at your house, I'm your customer ‍ Told me to seat anywhere. Whatever. I seated and he handed me the menu. I told ordered the lunch menu l, I think I ordered the General Tao Chicken, came with 2 broccoli. lol I'm not kidding. White rice too Probably won't be back, don't care much for it. But seem like everyone like it, go give a tried, maybe the guy will walk up to you when you walking in instead of screaming across the restaurant

Our go-to bar in the Newark/Granville area! They always have interesting micro-brewery beers on tap.read more

Visiting Denison? Make sure to stop here for local craft beer!…read more While in town for a conference I checked out some options for a brew. This is clearly the source for craft beer, either to buy and take home or enjoy a glass on premises, even with a few tables outside. While I wasn't able to stay to have something on tap, there were plenty of people there after 5pm on a Monday. With at least four doors of cooler space dedicated to craft beer, the floor was divided up between beer and wine. Specifically on selection, you can be sure to find options from around Ohio and brands with more national distribution. I saw a variety of Mad Tree (Columbus) cans, a few 750 mL bottles from Rockmill Brewery (Lancaster) and since it was summer I got a six-pack of Revolution's (Chicago) rosa hibiscus ale. The Beverage Source doesn't look like much on the outside, but the convenient location off highway 16 makes this an obvious option if you are in the area, be it for a night or simply passing through.