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4.5 (244 reviews)

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Marci P.

This is what they are calling Ghostwriter 2.0 and the format has really changed. It is an order at the bar place now and then you find your seat. No table service. The menu is mostly varieties of grilled cheese. The food was really good and the drinks were great as always. They do have 3 Trifle games which we all really enjoyed playing and had football games on for those sitting at the bar. It has such a different vibe from what it used to be though. I liked it more than I expected to but didn't love it. We will be back to play more Trifle!

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Trisha H.

We stopped in for a date night! Ghostwriter PH is so beautiful. The outdoor area had live music but was full, so we sat inside. The details in the restaurant are so beautiful and rustic. The washrooms are individual rooms (instead of stalls) so that's really nice, although the sinks are kind of small so water does get everywhere when you wash your hands. There is a decent amount of parking in the back and there is also street parking along Main St. It wasn't very busy when we first got there but it quickly filled up within an hour. There was one server for the 10+ tables, so service was a little slow. We weren't in a rush, so we didn't mind too much. We ordered drinks: seasonal strawberry peach margarita and 1813. The seasonal drink was perfect for the summer. We also ordered cheese curds. They took a while to be served and there was barely any cheese in the pieces - and it was overcooked and all the cheese melted out. Sadly, the pieces were mostly a puff of batter. The garlic aioli and citrus valentina sauce were good. The citrus sauce tasted a lot like Cholula hot sauce. For dinner, my husband ordered the RL Valley Ranch burger and I got the Ahi Tuna Steak. I had the burger the first time I visited a few years ago and loved it! Maybe we hyped it up too much but this time it was a little too salty and the buns were over toasted. Overall it was lack luster. However, the ahi tuna steak was delicious. At first, I thought "yikes, that's a tiny piece of fish for MP," but it was the perfect size. The taro chips were amazing, the poke was fresh and flavorful, the ube risotto cake was flavorless but it was perfect to pair with the rest of it, and the chili wakame salad was so delicious!

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Gwen W.

I'd been wanting to try GW so figured no better time than for my birthday dinner with the family. Sunday evening, our reservation was for 5:30, so the place wasn't very busy. I love the extended seating through the doorway attached. A bar on both sides of the wall. The big front windows made the space cozy and inviting. Definitely a minimalist design with cream-white walls, black and wood furniture, and gold/pewter knobs and accent pieces. Our waitress was friendly, talked about the daily specials and answered our questions on the menu. She did a good job checking in on us without being pushy or annoying throughout the our time. There were six of us, I believe three got alcoholic drinks, of which they all raved about, so a solid two thumbs. We shared a few small plates to start: The deviled eggs, Black Radish Creamery cheese curds, and Brussels sprouts. The sprouts were delicious. The sweetness from the honey whipped ricotta paired brilliantly with The curds were absolutely phenomenal! Hot, fresh, lightly battered and fried tempura style. The ranch dip was my preference; I forget what the red sauce tasted like, but I think it was very spicy thus was a turn-off. If these two apps remain on their menu year-round, there's my meal, done died, and gone to heaven! Picked the salmon entree, and again, wonderful. You can seriously tell this restaurant sticks to their mission statement of local farm to table and fresh made; the salmon was done perfectly - still juicy, yet solid pink throughout. I do wish a different side would have been paired with the protein in place of the cauliflower couscous, because it didn't have any flavor (no spices added to it either). Also, the asparagus spears could have used a minute longer cooking, as they were quite raw still. For dessert - the waitstaff will relay that menu to you if/when the times appropriate - I went with their s'mores dish. The fine-dinning melted chocolate was good, and it mixed well with the peanuts, but I LOVE anything peanut and felt it could have used more nuts an/or melted peanut butter. There was no marshmallow, just the meringue, which was somewhat odd just having the small graham cracker square on the bottom to really give substance. It was good, but wish I would have went with their creme brûlée instead. A fabulous birthday dinner! You can tell great thought and technique is put into the menu, plating, food, and service. I can only afford the occasional meal here unfortunately, but I now have high expectations and salivating tastebuds to look forward to.

Bryon T.

For my fellow Columbus residents looking for something new, this is well worth the drive. Delicious food, great drinks, and an awesome atmosphere. It is also relatively inexpensive compared to Columbus restaurants. The service was fantastic. Our server had us cracking up the entire night. And she was quick to take a meal back that one woman from our dinner party did not really enjoy and bring something back out, without even asking! Very genuine and it made fans out of all of us. If we are ever in this side of town, we will surely drop in again!

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Jacob S.

An upscale establishment in Johnstown, Ghostwriter Public House has the vibe you are looking for. A historical industrial decor inside with plenty of seating space and a nice outdoor patio as well. We were seated quickly, and our server was over to take our drinks. I asked what their specialty cocktail was and she recommended the blackberry smash. Pretty tasty if you're a bourbon lover. We had the cheese curds for an app, they were large and had a light fluffy breading. I had a Korean chicken sandwich for my meal. It had a good soy flavor and the home-made kimchi was delicious. I will say that if your in a hurry, this may not be the most ideal place as our dinner lasted close to an hour and a half. seemed that the service slowed down the later in the evening. They seemed to be having trouble keeping up with demand.

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Keith B.

Two years I have been coming here! Honestly, it's worth the drive. This is one of those places that when someone asks if it's worth checking out - it is. The drinks are smart - not obnoxiously "elevated" but just twisted enough to make them theirs without kicking you in the teeth where you have to decide if "it tastes weird but it's expensive so I have to say it's good." And the bartenders are accommodating! They make up drinks to suit your tastes. The food - I'm a creature of habit. We have ran through appetizers, and the deviled eggs are perfect, and their steaks and pork chops are well seasoned, and smoky. Always nailing it. The inside is wonderful - large digital screen, hard wood, the front open windows, unisex bathrooms. And finally I enjoyed their patio - some covered, some uncovered, an outside bar area - I haven't been in chillier months, so I need to revisit and see how well they keep it warmed up! Plain and simple, Ghost Writer is often busy, and deservedly so. It's a welcoming, warm ambiance, with drinks, food - and STAFF to match.

Brussel sprouts are delish
Shea S.

The last super before they completely flip Ghostwriter's on its head for what they call their 2.0 version after the new year, we've enjoyed this restaurant in my home town and is the best in the area (Granville, Newark. Johnstown, NA) but heard the news they are from what we have read and heard directly from staff downgrading the spot for higher volume soups, Sandwich's and some small plates with no reservation needed, sports bar vibe with TV's and your traditional feel which is sad in my opinion. This review was on the last day of the original Ghostwriter's 12/21/24 then they shut down for two weeks and open as a entirely new restaurant with the same name. I will say, as sad as the staff seemed they delivered a perfect 5 star meal and experience. The food was perfect, the waitress and help staff more attentive than ever and we enjoyed it so much. Lots of good byes and until next times, some tears and memories shared, they all have so much pride in GH and most seem to NOT be sticking around for what they consider a downgraded 2.0 version. Good luck to everyone and believe me I'm not going to knock it until I try it and hope the "2.0" version is better than expected. Hard to keep the same name in my opinion and flip it on its head at the same time but maybe just maybe a little under promising and some over delivering will happen to the small town restaurant that put Johnstown Ohio on the map!!!!!

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Chris W.

What's not to love about ghostwriter. Their service is exceptional, amazing food and cocktails that delight even the seasoned drinker. During my latest trip, I wanted to drop in without a reservation. They have difficulty with groups over 4 without a reservation. They were going to open the second bar for us to sit at. I was shocked when I arrived to learn they were opening a private roomy for my small group. It made a strong impression on me and my family. Kudos to the staff and management. Keep this team together...they are truly exceptional!

Pratt Street Marg (yummy)
Ben P.

Ghostwriter never fails to impress. Their updated working menu has a strong offering of proteins and pastas; and the new Pratt Street Margarita is a must try. The team is friendly and fun as always and I always walk away having met another interesting local. It's a perfect setting for the solo diner, couples or the girl gang.

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John M.

The food amazing and the service was as good as is gets. I can't wait to come back for dinner. Great place for date night or brunch. Most definitely will not disappoint!

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Jill B.

If you haven't been here, I highly recommend it! First, we started off with the cheese curds. They came with a hot sauce and black peppered ranch. We absolutely loved these and the sauces. Then for entree we had the smash burger & braised short ribs. Both were absolutely fantastic. I would highly recommend both. Lastly, we had the s'mores for dessert and to be honest I was underwhelmed. It was light but just ok. However, the vibes, food, and service were absolutely fantastic. Next time I'm in town I'll be back.

Classic Breakfast Plate with sausage and scrambled eggs. Hash was SO GOOD!
Stephanie L.

10/10 would recommend. We've been wanting to go here for AGES but every time we try they already have reservations booked up. This time, I planned ahead, ha. We went for brunch on a Saturday. Easy enough to find -- street parking is available. The space is absolutely beautiful -- very simple / minimalistic and CLEAN! Our waiter was super attentive, popped by to check how things were and fill up our coffee cups. Superb service. The food was wonderful. We got an order of the Ube Cinnamon Rolls -- it sounds like the only make a handful a day because we got there 30 minutes after open and there were only 4 orders left. They were very good -- i liked the filling a lot and it was a good portion size. For mains, my husband got the breakfast chimichanga and I got the breakfast plate. Both were very good. My husband loved the hot sauce that came on the side and made sure to get the leftovers in a cup to go. I was very pleased with my hash (great flavor), the sausage patty (made in house), and the seasonal jam. All quite delicious. For an app, two cups of coffee and two mains we ate for $50. Great value if you ask me. When we go back I look forward to trying their cocktails!

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I had the salmon today and it was amazing! It was a seasonal best! I love the crispy beets.

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Loved the food, ambiance, and wine. And loved our server, Carter! So happy we found this place!

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