Yelp asked, " do you recommend this restaurant?" And I said YES of course!! Since going to Katalina's with a friend a few months ago, I've come back with visitors and it's been a hit every time. The Latina sandwich was absolutely delicious with that perfect scratch the roof of your mouth sourdough; that's when you know it's the real deal. The next time I went I ordered the hens in a basket and it was oh so delicious and filling!! I wasn't too crazy about the purple potatoes but I was able to see past it. If you have a sweet tooth like me I would definitely recommend their pancake balls! They're famous for a reason!! They come either filled with Nutella or dulce de leche or you can go halfsies. The pancake balls are a little steep but SO worth it and are perfect for sharing with friends. read more

Katalina's - Gringa Katalinas Latina Sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Such a cute and kitschy little joint packed with flavor and full of Clintonville energy! The service is always super quick, and they have a delightful little patio on High st :) Parking isn't great, and it's a little pricey for small plates that feel like food truck fare, but I've never had anything there that wasn't delicious! If you're not getting the pancake balls, are you even at Katalina's?! Highly recommend read more

Katalina's - Breakfast Tacos - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Quick service and it wasn't super busy! We got the famous pancake bits half Nutella and half Dulce de leche. I preferred the Dulce de leche over the Nutella. I got the Latino Sandwich with veggies sausage and my husband got the burrito. Overall everything was good nothing like overly amazing that I would have to have again read more

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Went to Katalina's for brunch. At this time, the restaurant was empty. Before ordering was greeted and told to take my time and ask as many questions as needed. The dining room was clean and the staff came by to check to see if needed anything. Will definitely go back to get more of the famous pancake balls. The service overall was outstanding. read more

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The restaurant was spotlessly clean! Order at the counter before you take a seat. I ordered the French toast with bacon. I had the regular bacon and it was meaty. My French toast was tasty. I was a little surprised that they did not have sugar free syrup available. I also was a little surprised by the food being served in cardboard baskets. For the price, I expected dishes and not disposable items. My husband enjoyed his Sammie! I would definitely come again. read more

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The food was delicious and the pancake balls were great. I do wish the pancake balls had more filling though. The staff were friendly, but the wait for the food was so long. It took more than 30 minutes to get 3 food items when the restaurant wasn't packed and there was not a line to order food. The interior was nice, but was kind of cramped between seats. read more

Katalina's - Katalina's Home of the Original Pancake Balls - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Tried it 2 bites in not what i was thinking. Its okay not what I would order again. 2 out of 5 flavor was just tasted the black pepper.chicken was dry and soggy look like it was fried but then sand bag. My honest opinion just looks like a French toast with chicken fingers with cheese. Was excited to come try out since 3D did a show. But it not what i except. Service was good its mainly self order not restaurant style. We came from Vegas and wanted to try it out unfortunately it not what i expected and mostly a 1 and done kind of restaurant. The vibe is good very roomy and was able to seat 8 of us at the restaurant. read more

Katalina's - Eve Everything-But-The-Chicken-Sink Sammy - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Although they have location in Clintonville and Harrison West, I tried the location on North High Street. Finding the parking lot was a little tough since it's tucked away back via a side alley and there was a lot of construction going on, but the restaurant itself was nicely decorated and big! The okonomiyaki (potato pancake) was different from the traditional as it is a Latin leaning, breakfast version with cabbage inside and eggs and bacon bits on top. You can also make this vegetarian by taking out the bacon bites on top. The breakfast tacos were also a solid option, with avocados, cabbage, and eggs, with elote on the side. The pancake balls were definitely my favorite, since it was crunchy on the outside and doughy inside. You could choose from a variety of fillings including nutella, dulce de leche, and organic pumpkin apple butter. I chose the pumpkin apple butter and it was really good! You can also choose a flavor of bacon including sweet and spicy or original. They even have veggie sausages as a vegetarian option! The sweet and spicy bacon was very slightly spicy and was a thick slice that was hefty! As for drinks, they have orange juice, blood orange juice, and cold brews readily available in the coolers. They have seating indoors and outdoors--definitely try their patio during nice weather! Service is more self-serve after you get your food but they did clean the tables for us, which was nice! read more

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For how busy it was, and always is because this place is so good, we got our food pretty quick! We got the pancakes balls with Nutella and the chickwich sandwich and both were delicious! We always recommend this place to people visiting, it is so good! The restaurant is pretty busy on the weekends but the service is still great and there is a good amount of seating available! read more

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Decent selection of food. Just make sure you don't park in the Kroger lot or you'll get towed.

Came to this place because it was highly rated and located near our Airbnb in Columbus. Found the restaurant easily enough and there was parking directly behind the restaurant that could be accessed from the alley. The menu had so many great choices! We settled on the eggs in the basket with over easy eggs and the breakfast tacos. Food came quickly, and was hot and fresh. We enjoyed both entrees accompanied by the peaches and scream salsa! As for the food, the elote corn was so tasty! The potatoes were very flavorful, and the breakfast tacos were a hit with both of us! This salsa is not locally produced as it's produced in Denver Colorado. The service was friendly and attentive as well as helpful with the menu. We love all the quotes on the walls and the interior décor. read more

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First timer at the High Street location. Early Tuesday arrival and we had the pick of tables on their 5* patio! Extensive menu. We had the avocado toast (huge portion) and the blue corn tortilla BLT. That was very unique! Walk up to order and they deliver the goods. Great service all around and the people we met were very smiley! Thank you for a great start to our day. read more

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INCREDIBLE. If you haven't had a stuffed pancake ball, you must if you want your life changed. They also have awesome cold brew here brewed with beans from a local roastery - ThunderKiss. Katalina was SO NICE, that I visited TWICE in my 2.5 day visit to the Columbus area. It's too bad that they force you to get an entree rather than selling stuffed pancake balls a la carte, but each time I ordered the: *Original Pancake Balls - pro tip: if you want to mix & match, you can only get half dulce de leche and half nutella (something about the temp in which they cook at) OR you can get them unstuffed & dip 'em yourself. For me, Apple Butter wasn't worth it so I got dulce de leche/nutella both times. With this breakfast entree, you get your choice of Sweet 'N' Spicy Bacon™ or Beeler's bacon. The first time, I ordered the sweet 'n' spicy & it was definitely that! The second time, just the "normal" Beeler's which was perfectly fine and good too. Just depends on what you're in the mood for! *Original! Breakfast Chick 'Wich (Katalina's Southern fried, buttermilk-brined, crushed Shagbark corn-chip coated Gerber chicken breast, topped with a sunnyside up egg, local Amish cheddar & a dash of Frank's Red Hot. Served open-faced, with Katalina's Purple Craze Hash) - this was so good and super filling!! I honestly probably would get this over the breakfast tacos - even though the breakfast tacos were good..this was next level tasty! *Award-Winning Breakfast Tacos (Three local Koki's white corn tortillas fillled with North Market Spices-infused housemade chorizo, scrambled eggs, housemade tomati lo salsa, avocado, queso fresco, cilantro, Snowvi le crema & fresh pico de galo. Served with Elote Mexican Street Corn.) - Love me a good breakfast taco! I was looking for more protein so I was able to add an additional egg to the scramble! The service was so lovely here even though it's fast casual style (where you order at the register, grab a number and your food is brought to your table!), they checked in with us & also took away our empty plates. My friend who has been to the other Katalina's location prefers this location because there's parking available at this one! read more

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We've been back a few more times now & still just one big delicious word: YUM. So far we've had the BLT tacos (OMG. New Instant Addiction; even with the regular bacon, they're a massive YUM), the homemade chorizo tacos (LOVED it, but the spice level was a bit much for me -- NOT Katalina's fault, just personal taste), more pancake balls (I have to constantly remind diabetic-husband that he's only allowed TWO of his order & the rest go home for later), and the breakfast burrito (a huge massive burrito of Delicious). The tacos come with a side of elote (Mexican street corn), which I did try & I'm just not a fan of -- the elote was fresh & well-made & nothing wrong with it, but it's just not to my taste. Difference makes the world go 'round & all that. Thankfully Katalina's allows subsititutions -- so for my next orders, I got the Shagbark tortilla chips (local co based in Athens OH, and a pleasant surprise to see them up here) and homemade guacamole, which is the best damn guacamole me & my husband have had here in Columbus. In short, this place is a jewel of Clintonville. read more

First time at this location on N.High Street. Ample parking in the back of the building! Lots of interest choices there choose from! The pancake balls are a must have. Yes place your order, pay, grab a table and then an employee brings your order. There's a bunch of interesting collages on the walls worth of at. The chorizo tacos were amazing! The chicken with egg and a side of potatoes was delicious and flavorful! We all had a wonderful meal. read more

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We have been here a handful of times and it's always SOO good! Great patio for the summer. Get the pancake balls! The spicy bacon is great. Lots of vegan options as well. The breakfast tacos used to get a side of elote but now it's the purple sweet potato hash. Bring back the elote!!!! Hehe read more

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Had an amazing brunch on a Sunday morning! Still say this is a great spot to take visiting guests. We sat on the patio (no longer dog friendly) and there was no line to order. Loved the Mexican French Toast! read more

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Overall the experience was good. Short points are: - could not find the parking lot for the life of me. Husband got mad and just parked at another business lol. - close dining quarters, which I liked. Everyone was sitting together and socializing :) kinda loud but fun - food is not really Mexican. More like hipster-student American Mexican but that doesn't mean it's not good! It was delicious still. - beware: avocado toast is SIX SLICES! Not a small portion. Hehe read more

Katalina's - Stoplight Salata - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Delicious BLT!! Others in my party loved their food... college roommate from SF was in town and had to go back to visit Katalina's - they said they missed it so much!! Service was excellent and outdoor seating is the way to go. The inside is cute with its colorful atmosphere if seating outside its available. I love that they conveniently have water pitchers outside to refill drinks. The tortilla chips with the BLT were amazing as well, looking to purchase them at the grocery if they are available! Parking is out back in the alley way. read more

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One of my favorite breakfast spots. They have a nice range of breakfast items that can be altered to make them vegetarian and gluten free. This location in particular had a parking lot in the back that it made it super convenient. We came here with a group of 5 of us around 1030 on a Saturday and it was pretty packed. Thankfully the weather was decent enough for us to sit outside on their patio. Both locations have always been busy in my experience. The decor and atmosphere is very lively and fun. I love getting the breakfast tacos here and the pancake balls with their vegetarian sausage. They were able to do half and half nutella and dulce de leche for the pancake balls. They were honestly a lot bigger than I remembered but really satisfied my sweet tooth. Would recommend a visit if you're visiting Columbus! read more

Katalina's - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Never had anything bad from here, or their OG location. Was in town for the weekend, had to stop by for breakfast. The Mazatlan Pulled pork sando is better than I remembered it. Got an order of the pancake balls with Dulce de leche, and the omgaaawd Sweet n spicy bacon. Dont call it a fusion resto, its a Mex inspired place done right. It has my Mexican seal of approval lol. read more

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Good place for Breakfast and Lunch Very interesting menu great service nice location read more

Kids (only) "French" Toast Stix with pure local Maple Syrup Katalina's, Home of the Original Pancake Balls™*. . . 14.50 With local Fowler's Mill flour. Katalina's Pumpkin-Apple Butter Served with pure local Maple Syrup & Katalina's thick-cut Original Sweet 'N' Spicy Bacon™ Make them vegetarian with veggie sausage!** read more

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I have been here several times and have NEVER even come close to a disappointing meal or situation with food or staff. They really know how to get it done on every level. Today was no exception. I was visiting my nephew at OSU and we decided on Katalina for a quick late breakfast. Soooo glad that we did. He chose the chicken sandwich with an egg on it and it looked out of this world. He said it definitely was. I chose the Pueblo "blt" with an added OM egg on it. The place was steady but we received our food very quickly and it was incredible as usual. My Sammy was EXCEPTIONAL.... I was absolutely savoring every single bite....taking it all in and wishing my stomach was 3x larger so that I could buy another. The bacon on it was thick and crunchy and so flavorful. The egg was cooked perfect. The bread was delicious with a perfect toasting. That would be my go-to if I was in the area. I will absolutely be ordering it again in the future. Their menu is expansive and locally resourced for much of it. And it shows in the freshness of what you are receiving in your meal. The staff is always super friendly and accommodating. I love the variety of seating present if you wanted to choose indoor or out. And the inside alias regular tables as well as hightop tables and a long counter. It is a very clean and beautiful setting to enjoy a beautiful meal. read more

Hands down the BEST breakfast, brunch, lunch spot for a vegetarian and/or vegan. So many options for us to chose from I ordered the blue corn tacos with vegan chorizo and kept the dairy. The best tacos I have had in Columbus! Flavorful and well constructed. Also ordered the famous pancake balls with Nutella -- limited Nutella filling was craving more. My partner had the French toast chicken sandwich, they said the French toast good. A little disappointed in the amount of Nutella filling as well, especially since they have frequented Katalina's multipolar times. Would highly recommend overall!! Great atmosphere, method of ordering/delivery of food, service and dedication to making your meal just right. So happy I found this place!! read more

Katalina's - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

I was excited to give Katalina's a try this morning for breakfast. It's a super cute place and they're known for their pancake balls (although I didn't get them). The whole menu sounded so good! I ended up getting the BLT tacos with elote and sadly was pretty let down... The spicy/sweet bacon on the tacos were delish but they had hardly any tomato on them and the lettuce looked like spring mix or something? This wasn't even the biggest issue. The shells were SO DRY and hard/crusty. I couldn't tell if they cooked or warmed up! They should cook the tortillas with a tiny amount of oil to soften them. I ended up eating 2 bites of a taco before I dumped the rest of the filling out into a to go box to take home & put in an edible tortilla. Also the coffee was very watery/weak. The elote was surprisingly pretty good. I tried the french toast my wife got and enjoyed that as well. I should have taken my food in to exchange it for something else but I don't like to complain at restaurants unless it's completely inedible. I also enjoyed sitting outside on the patio because it was such a nice sunny morning and the staff was nice. I love places like there where you can pay first and grab drinks yourself so when you're done you can leave instead of waiting for a server to bring a check. I will definitely give them another try but I will NOT be getting the tacos. read more

Katalina's - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

I don't understand why it has so many stars. Because the menu/concept is unique, but it is just Mexican fusion with interesting menu name. You know your food was serve lukewarm right ? Pancake ball was nothing special, probably one of the worst pancakes I ever had. Inside the pancake was mushy like it wasn't cook all the way through or too much flour in the batter maybe. I rather had regular pancake from a diner. Maybe lunch menu is better but Breakfast was such a let down. read more

Katalina's - Pancake Ball - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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When all you can think about are pancake balls prior to your trip to Katalina's, you can bet katalina's was our first stop for breakfast the second we woke up after our flights landed. The food is always on par. We had the seasonal pancake balls that were the perfect balance of sweet but not too sweet. Service is quick and easy. I joked with the man who took my order because I was so exhausted that I could not answer any of his questions. I love the seating inside and how you can draw on anything you wish. read more

Katalina's - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Maybe you really have to get the pancake balls? Simply put, I just didn't think the food was very good. I had the migas, which the menu described as having corn chips, green onions, homemade sauce and queso fresco. It sounded amazing. The reality was a sad paper boat filled with scrambled eggs. There was literally almost nothing from the description to be found on or in the eggs, except for a few stray pepitas and three pieces of green onion. Mine had no sauce at all in or on it. The horchata beverage was thin and watery. Really enjoyed the sunny patio, but would not rush back based on the food. read more

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I just moved to Ohio and found Katalina's through a cool local company called Experience Columbus. The story I saw featured pancake balls, which apparently Guy Fieri has tried. They surpassed my expectations! Nutella was available as a filling, but I went with Dulce de Leche. The food was inexpensive and six sweet pancake balls were almost too much. They were absolutely delicious! They come out piping hot and split nicely when you cut into them. They come with thick cut bacon and I tried the sweet and spicy bacon. Again, the bacon surpassed my expectations! So incredible! I sat outside since the weather was cool and it was a beautiful morning. The tables are completely and lovingly tagged with graffiti - names, dates, jokes, etc. You might be able to see some in my photograph. It was endearing. I spoke with Mike quite a bit. He was friendly and we talked about the city, our individual posts, and the future. read more

Katalina's - Pancake balls and sweet, spicy bacon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Been wanting to check this place out forever. Today was the day. Ordered the Pancake Balls for sure. Then had a Pueblo BLT. The BLT had nice thick slices of bacon with greens, luscious tomatoes , Amish Cheddar cheese with a citrus aioli on toasted wheat bread. It made for a great tasting sandwich. On to the main attraction, the balls. They were cooked perfectly and each of the fillings provided a phenomenal bite and dipping them in the maple syrup just put it over the top. Final accolade goes to the Stefanie who was the cashier, she rocked it as far as helping me order. For sure will return. read more

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After doing my usual research to find the best places for breakfast... Katalinas came at the top of the list multiple times. So I thought I'd give it a try. It had cute outdoor seating out front, making it Covid friendly of course. When we entered there was a big line wrapped around the order kiosk. That's usually a sign that I know a restaurant is popular. Once we arrived to the kiosk, which was in about 10 minutes, the girl at the front was really accommodating in substituting food options. We got the breakfast burritos with vegan chorizo and Nutella pancake balls with vegan sausage. Service was great and super kind. Our waiter made sure that he was appropriately substituting what was needed and I greatly appreciated that. The breakfast tacos was the most popular option. They were healthy, but not as flavorful as I would've thought. Overall they weren't bad, just not AMAZING from all the hype I read about it. Nutella pancake balls were pretty good, but it would be better if it was packed with Nutella in the middle rather than just rubbed on the sides inside. Overall, it was a good experience. Just not as great as I would've thought. read more

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Good, but not great. Food was okay. Pancake balls were unique, but at the end of the day, it's a Pancake! Had the chicken sandwich too. Plenty big enough. Breaded but baked, not fried. Kinda like the frozen stuff I get at Costco. They paired it with some yummy cole slaw drizzled with honey and sweet corn on Cibata bread. Served along side a bag of tortilla chips that looked ot just dropped from a vending machine. Service was fast, but the sandwich was luke warm at best. Staff was very friendly as well, moving this up from a 3 star review. read more

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excellent service even on a busy day. food was amazing and a lot of different options to choose from! read more

Katalina's - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Ordering my food online and then picking it up to take back home is my go-to. The food quality does not change doing a to-go order versus eating at the restaurant which is something that I can't say for a lot of other places. And the pick up window by the counter makes it quick and easy to get in and out. I ordered my usual, which is the half nutella and half dulce de leche pancake balls, as well as the huge mazatlan sunrise sammie. I was a little bummed by this recent order of pancake balls as the filling was lacking as compared to past orders, and the quantity seemed to be off by a couple where I feel like I received less than normal. However, the sammie hit the spot. The roasted red peppers are what make the sandwich. The bread is so nice and toasty and it holds everything together well. Overall I always end up with a satisfying meal, but it's a little pricey so I don't eat here as often as I'd like. read more

Katalina's - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Katalina's fuses comforting breakfast classics with bold Tex-Mex influence, creating a menu both nostalgic and inventive. The scent of sizzling chorizo and fried pancake batter fills the air, and while the line may be long, service is quick. Seating--both indoors and out--is plentiful, and once the food arrives, the wait is easily justified. The Original Pancake Balls: If there is one dish that defines Katalina's, it's the Original Pancake Balls. These golden, pillowy bites come filled with Nutella, dulce de leche, or pumpkin apple butter, each pairing beautifully with the accompanying maple syrup. While all three flavors capture the essence of fall, Nutella holds a special place in my heart. There is something deeply satisfying--almost hypnotic--about the way the warm pancake yields to a silky, nutty core, coating the palate in rich, chocolatey decadence. It lingers in the best possible way. The Award-Winning Breakfast Tacos: Three white corn tortillas arrive brimming with spicy vegan chorizo, scrambled eggs, housemade tomatillo sauce, avocado, queso fresco, cilantro, crema, and fresh pico de gallo, served with Elote Mexican Street Corn. Every element works in harmony--the heat of the chorizo, the creaminess of the avocado, the brightness of the pico. Yet the tomatillo sauce is where things fall short. It feels timid, diluted--an attempt to cater to a broader audience rather than honoring its Mexican roots. It needed more spice, more acidity, more boldness. The tacos, as they stand, are an 8/10. The elote is well-executed--smoky, creamy, satisfying--but, like the tomatillo sauce, it could have benefited from a bit more heat. Katalina's Big Ol' Burrito: A hearty, oversized burrito packed with scrambled eggs, Katalina's Purple Craze Hash, creamy avocado, house-pickled red onions, and habañero chile crunch, all wrapped in an extra-large flour tortilla and served with a side of crema. It's generous, it's filling--but with a few refinements, it could be exceptional. The Purple Craze Hash is where this dish stumbles. The smokiness is overwhelming, muting the other ingredients rather than complementing them. More importantly, the potatoes lack the ideal contrast of texture--crisp on the outside, soft on the inside. The Urfa pepper? A misstep. A simpler seasoning--salt, pepper, paprika, or a proper Mexican spice blend--would have done wonders. And where is the salsa? A dish like this cries out for a proper Tex-Mex accompaniment. A salsa de chile de árbol would lend a natural smokiness, a bold heat, and a much-needed punch of acidity. Without it, the dish feels incomplete. As is, the burrito earns a 7.5/10. A few adjustments, and it could be a true standout. Final Thoughts: Katalina's deserves far better than a 3.8-star rating. The food is crafted with care, the flavors (mostly) deliver, and the execution--while not flawless--is far above average. Yes, parking is a challenge, and yes, some dishes need tweaks, but this is a place worth celebrating. Would I return? Without hesitation. Would I order the Nutella pancake balls again? Every time. read more

Very disappointed in my wife's lunch. She got the pancake balls with Nutella and there was almost no Nutella in the balls. Complained and she got a little cup of Nutella and it was not warmed up for her to dip the pancakes in. Very disappointed in the product. read more

Katalina's - Pancake balls with Nutella - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

I have to say, I had high expectations going into this restaurant, and I left a little disappointed. I came here with two friends for lunch, and for one, I instantly struggled to find the access road to the parking lot. When coming here, be prepared to park on the street or at another business, as the entrance to this parking lot seems to be super hidden. This put me off to start, but I was pleased with how fast our food came after we ordered. At this restaurant, you order at the counter and they bring your food to you. My friends and I did not wait very long for our meals. I got the award winning breakfast tacos, and I hate to say, I don't see how they're award winning. They looked very pretty, but I found that there wasn't much flavor in them. They did not satisfy my taco craving nor my breakfast craving. The redeeming parts of the meal were the Mexican corn that came as a side with the tacos, and the pancake balls. The corn was fresh, nicely seasoned, and tasted wonderful. The pancake balls came out warm and stuffed with melty, gooey Nutella. They were so soft, not very sweet, and just comforting to eat. The bacon that comes with the balls should also not be ignored as it provides a salty balance to the meal. Like I said before, I was overall disappointed with my lunch at this place. I expected my tacos to have more flavor (as they are claimed to be award winning), and it's very expensive for the portion sizes. If it were not for the pancake bites and the Mexican corn, I would've left this place very unsatisfied. read more

Katalina's - Award Award-Winning Breakfast Tacos - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

All I can say is... get the Nutella pancake balls. And the tacos were to die for! Know that you are paying a little more for quality ingredients, and the restaurant is cafe style, where you order at a counter. Also know that there are NO alcoholic drinks here though, if you were wanting that. I think my attached photos will have to speak for themselves on the gorgeous and delicious, mouthwatering food. Can't wait to try other items next time! read more

Katalina's - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Looking forward to trying out the pancake balls and French toast. After waiting over an hour I went up to the register asking what's up been over an hour. She went to check and said I'm not even close and could not guess how much longer. Seen people order after me and get served. Now there is a line of people asking for refunds. Manager is hiding in the back and won't do anything. read more