Absolutely love this restaurant. We go there quite often. Food is great, atmosphere is relaxing and wonderful. Service is wonderful,

What a great find! Traveling through four states while my wife was negating and searching for a place to stop for lunch. We are not big fans of fast food and love getting to see towns off the routine road with their warts, charms, and peculiarities. Also, we almost always find great places to stop and eat that I'm sad more people won't venture off the highway a bit to enjoy. Happenings was this kind of place. Simple decor, it was all about the food, and clearly, the locals know they have a gem. And then there is Jeff, the owner! Jeff takes great pride in his food and his staff. He doesn't just greet customers, he engages and entertains them. Within minutes, we felt we were talking to an old friend we just hadn't seen in a while. Jeff takes great pride in his food and challenges you to prove him wrong. He was open to changes, too, and then, as we finished, came out to see if it lived up to his bragging, and it did! Honestly, this is the kind of place we wish were closer so we could become regulars, and Jeff was the kind of business owner you want to get to know and become friends with. We will go out of our way to stop in Happenings again. Sadly, we only pass this way 4-5 times a year. But that's ok, Jeff will make us feel like we never left. read more

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The beef and noodles are amazing. The salmon is excellent. The brunch is just seriously the best you can find locally. Period. And you won't find better pie anywhere in the county. The owner dressing up like Cupid for Valentine's Day is the icing on the cake. He always gives my kids quarters for the gum ball machine, too. Just a great place for a good solid meal every time. read more

Happenings Bistro - Beef and noodles over mashed potatoes - American Near Me - Wellston, Ohio

Staff doesn't know when someone walks in, items on special were not available yet we're still on the board. Our order never made it to the kitchen so we had to wait twice as long. Pork chop was missing glaze and was burnt on one side. Hamburger was also over done. I heard and counted various servers tell customers "sorry about that" literally a dozen times. Even with offered 25% discount was still the worst $30 I've spent in awhile read more

Coleslaw is amazing and the Philly cheese steak was delicious, but needed more cheese or cheese sauce. Bread was soft and flavorful. BUT that Coleslaw WAS AMAZING, HANDS DOWN!!! read more

The food is fresh and cooked to order.They have comfort food with daily specials. The staff is courteous and friendly. The owner Jeff makes you feel like family. Highly recommend. read more

What a Gem this place is... I got their signature burger and what they call potato scoops which are wide but thinly cut fries. You can get them loaded or just with dipping sauce. The burger was half pound patty of perfection & the Bun was toasted and just wonderful! I will be back. Even though it's a long way from Columbus read more

Happenings Bistro - a cheeseburger and fries - American Near Me - Wellston, Ohio

Food was great on every visit. Also received quickly and friendly service. If you like comfort food this is the place to visit.

Great food, great service, people are very nice and accommodating. Codie is great, always cheerful and accommodating. all around great manager. read more

Excellent service. Food was great. Nice variety/menu. It's a typical local, home-style family restaurant--you won't be disappointed. I will definitely stop by again when the opportunity arises. read more

Food was ok service was great prices were a little high but overall not a horrible experience

On a whim, we went to this restaurant because it was close off the highway. We were not disappointed. The staff were very friendly, and the place was clean. The service was quick, and the food was good. Recommend the potato scoops! read more

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If you're visiting the area, this is a hidden gem. Service is excellent, ambiance is definitely old town diner. The food is amazing! Save your appetite for the best burger you've ever tasted! The burger is a thick juicy patty made with fresh ground beef. The flavor is the proof! Make sure you ask for a side of the tastiest onion strings!! read more

I visited some friends in SE Ohio last week, and they brought me to Happenings Bistro for lunch. Our server, Peggy, was really great and made us all feel welcome and right at home. We had a great lunch with some ice old mugs, and then we noticed the Wednesday special was chicken livers. We asked Peggy how they would be prepared, and she proceeded to make our mouths water right then and there! Well, Wednesday finally rolled around and we went to Happenings Bistro again. Two of us ordered the chicken livers, and the 3rd ordered the Perch Sandwich. We were ALL in heaven once the food arrived, and once again Peggy made sure we had everything we needed right away. The owner was very visible and personable as well, and we will go back again for sure! Go for the specials!! read more

Good food and service. Restaurant was nice and clean. Food was a little pricey for what you receive.

Nice decor. Good food quality. Nicely executed creative recipes. Service used to be phenomenal but has declined. Pricing is over priced for the amount of food. That on top of the fact FYI they charge for glass of ice water keeps some people away. read more

Busy for lunch, but service was still very good and food came out fast. Nice surprise to find homemade beef and noodles over homemade mashed potatoes. Price was very reasonable. Mac and cheese tasted like Velveeta but no big deal I had way too many carbs for the day in any event. Will come back again for sure. read more

Happenings Bistro - Homemade beef and noodles over mashed potatoes - American Near Me - Wellston, Ohio

This is how hometown food is supposed to be! We were passing through and found this place and we are so glad we did. The staff were all so friendly and accommodating. The service was great. The bacon jam burger with an egg with delicious. The Philly was awesome and the bread was perfect. It was super clean too. Perfect lunch experience. read more

Nice little place in Wellston, just a mile or two off State Route 32. I've never been there for dinner, but I've eaten lunch there a couple of times while in the area. read more

Hospitality is outstanding! Service was excellent as well! Our food (BLT for my wife and a Rocket Burger for me) was well prepared and delicious, and the side of applesauce was a real treat! read more

Clean, friendly professional service, good home style American food, clean bathrooms, comfortable atmosphere. Enjoyable Reuben sandwich and chicken quesadilla. read more

Prices are too high. I tried to buy just a hamburger alone but was asked to order the sides also cause they come with but I didn't want and still was charged full price read more

Great People and Great food! Try the daily specials and you won't be disappointed. read more

The food was really good, especially their applesauce! I had the most kindest waitress named Abby!

Yummy food and friendly service with a cozy hometown atmosphere! These skinny fries are heavenly! read more

Happenings Bistro - Steakhouse burger with skinny fries and beer cheese dip - American Near Me - Wellston, Ohio

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My husband and I have been at the Bistro 3 times. Every time we enjoyed ourselves the food is excellent , and the atmosphere is great. The wait staff has been excellent they have been friendly and prompt. We have met the owner twice the first time he was dressed as cupid, he had everyone in a good mood and laughing. The second time he was just going around introducing himself and visiting with those dinning, we found him to be congenital, makes you feel like you have made his day and you want to come back. They have a peanut butter pie that is delicious, We highly recommend The Happening Bistro! the Hills read more