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    Kitchen Social

    4.7 (1.1k reviews)
    Closed 3:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Ellen W.

    Kitchen social never disappoints! I love how the menu is alway changing to match seasonal items. The food is always so fresh and service is great!

    Ian C.

    Great vibes, disappointing service and execution Came here for a company dinner after a long, rough day, and I was really hoping Kitchen Social would be the reset we needed. The ambiance was definitely vibey and perfect for socializing, with a lively atmosphere that fit our group of 13 well. Unfortunately, everything after the hostess stand went downhill on the service side. Our server felt disengaged from the start and rarely checked on us. It was hard to tell if we'd said something wrong or if he was just having an off night, but even after asking other staff members to send him over, he never came back to check on our table. With automatic gratuity already added for a large party, it was disappointing to experience such minimal attention and care. What I had: * Mediterranean Salmon (shared): The portion split felt more like 75/25 than an even share, which was a little odd for something asked to be split. The salmon itself was decent, but the hummus quickly overpowered the dish if you mixed everything together. * Teriyaki Ribeye: I requested medium rare and received a steak well past well-done, dry enough that it was basically inedible. It almost tasted like it had been reheated rather than freshly cooked. Since our server never checked in, I had to flag someone else down to get it replaced, and the remake took about 15 minutes to arrive--even though the cut was thin and already marinated. * Old Fashioned: The cocktail came out quite watered down, with very little depth of flavor. I would've asked for it to be remade, but again, our server was nowhere to be found. The bar program also felt surprisingly limited for a place that leans into a social, cocktail-forward vibe, which added to the letdown. Between the uneven service, lack of follow-through, and several misses on the food and drinks, it's hard to say I'd rush back--especially when there are so many other strong options in Columbus.

    Cabbage head, fries that's been sitting in awhile.
    Elisa J.

    We visited Kitchen Social around 3:00 PM for a late lunch to celebrate my son's birthday, as it had been a while since our last visit. Since the lunch rush was over and the restaurant was clearing out, we expected the kitchen to have more time to focus on quality. Unfortunately, that wasn't the case.While the main entrees were decent, the sides were terrible. The french fries looked like they had been sitting out for a long time, the chips were stale, and my crispy chicken taco was served with what looked like a literal head of cabbage. It was a major bummer for a birthday celebration, and the food was disappointing enough that we decided to skip ordering dessert entirely. We won't be rushing back anytime soon.

    Crab crusted cod
    Valerie N.

    1st time visiting an Ohio location and it did not regret. It was a crowded Friday night but we were able to get seated within 10 minutes without a reservation. As always, asked for recommendations from our server. Shout out to Jett because everything he recommended I loved! Favorite part of the meal was the short rib and carrot hummus and the cheddar scallion biscuits. I liked it so much I actually thought of ordering some to go. Menu has so many options to choose from, it caters to many types of palettes. My bevy, the Blackberry Cooler, was refreshing. My friend got the non alcoholic version and said it was too tart. Only disappointment of the night was they ran out of the brown butter cake. The banana caramel cake was still a good substitution. Plenty of parking but do recommend to make a reservation to avoid long wait times. Cant wait to come back and enjoy a happy hour.

    Butter cake?
    Kirby H.

    An honest review. Love everything about this place except...the parking! Never has parking nearby because it is always packed. This time around I felt like the service was great until we paid and tipped, then no one ever stopped by again to refill drinks. If you want to linger and talk over dessert, I feel like we would have gotten better service if we would have waited to pay. Food was really good! Portions are on the smaller side but I feel like prices were reasonable. Manager stopped by a few times to check on us and engage, he did a great job!

    Mediterranean Salad and Tuna Bowl in the back.
    Faith G.

    A wonderful lunch for two- The Mediterranean salad and the Tuna Bowl, along with a delicious Mule and Cherry Bourbon. The service was great and the atmosphere outside was just what we needed!

    Roxanne D.

    Came back for a round two after 4 years. This time I brought my husband and we met up with my Bestie for dinner. It's definitely a happening place. Reservations are highly recommended. They do seat you as quick as they can. But there may be a wait. Which is expected for a Friday evening. We sat on their patio. Nice ambiance. And not as loud as it is on the inside. We started out with the biscuits and the Queso and Guacamole with tortilla chips. This is where the three stars come in. The Queso is not hot. Not sure if that is the thing. But it was not even warm. Who eats cold Queso? We asked for hot Queso twice. And nope.... It was never hot. I think the second time it was colder than the first time. Bummer. Then for our entrees. Hubby had Fish and Chips. He liked it. My friend and I both got the Tempura Shrimp Bowl. She added Salmon to hers. Again.... Not hot. Not even warm. Was told that typically it is not made hot. Kind of odd. But ok. The server did take my friends back to the kitchen to have it heated up. I ate mine as is. It's really tasty. I enjoyed it. Would probably get it again. Giving 3 stars sucks. But it is what it is. Will go back again when I am in town. Overall it's a great place. Oh..... the drink I had was the Social Sunshine. Delicious!!!

    Pimiento Chicken Breakfast Sandwich  Open faced, griddled biscuits, strawberry bacon jam, thai maple glaze, simple salad.
    Brenda T.

    Pimiento Chicken Breakfast Sandwich Open-faced, griddled biscuits, strawberry bacon jam, Thai maple glaze, simple salad. Pan-Blackened Shrimp Pasta Description: Housemade tomato cream, Creole butter, scallions. Brown Butter Cake Crème anglaise, mascarpone cream, seasonal berries.

    Sushi bowl - sushi grade tuna, miso sauce, al dente rice, and avocado. Freaking phenomenal
    Ben S.

    Absolutely banging!!!! Fast as hell, delicious fresh made in house food. Servers are friendly, fast, and professional. Atmosphere is fast paced, fun and clean. Restrooms are outstanding, I love everything about this place. It's no wonder it's got over 1k 5 star reviews. Don't miss kitchen social. We loved it and will be

    Linda M.

    Service and ambience are both amazing! I really liked the covered outdoor seating with fire. The thing that kept me coming back every night of my work trip though was the food! The food is phenomenal and you can tell the chef is very intentional with the flavor combinations. I wanted to eat items on the healthier side and really enjoyed their salmon dishes. On a visit I came with a coworker I tried the biscuits which were amazing. Definitely recommend coming here to try out some dishes!

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    Mayeli M B.

    I really enjoyed the food it is delicious. The service is pleasant; I don't usually eat much, but on this occasion, I was able to enjoy absolutely everything.

    Cheddar scallion biscuits
    Angie I.

    This was our second visit to Kitchen Social. We had a trip to Daytona for the weekend and decided to make a stop in Columbus just to eat here again. Staff is always super friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. Reservations are a must because they are literally busy from open to close. They have patio that opens from the bar and the dining room has a beautiful vibe to it with high ceilings. It does get pretty loud in there though. This time around we ordered the cheddar scallion biscuits because I can't stop thinking about them. Super crispy on the top with a hint of sugar. Ahhh-mazing. We also had the chicken katsu and the salmon. I would def order the salmon again and my husband loooved the katsu. They also have a brunch menu on Sundays. Can't wait to go back!

    Biscuits
    Shannon S.

    I visited from Arizona, with 5 co-workers. We arrived around 4:30p and were seated immediately and drink orders were taken. We ordered a few appetizers for the table. The biscuits came highly recommended and they did not disappoint, nor did the shrimp. The guacamole and quest did were okay. My main dish, the teriyaki steak was delicious. The flavor was on point however the cook was off. I asked for medium but on side of the steak (the thinner side) was medium well and as I moved to the thicker part it was medium, not a big issue. The veggies that accompanied the steak was good was well. The place was packed though, seems like it's a popular spot. It wasn't noisy though.

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    Everything was great! Loved the service, replacement options and great tasting food!!

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    One of the best restaurants I have been to in Polaris. Delicious food and drinks were also great. Good and friendly staff.

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    Good food , good service by the staff. We would go back again. Price was fair. Parking is good

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    Terrific service every time. The biscuit appetizer is the best!! Place is always crowded and loud.

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    Ask the Community - Kitchen Social

    Catering Department Opening because I would definitely like to be apart of that and you definitely know me if you saw me haha?

    We are going to stay focused on being a great restaurant. But, if that changes, we'll definitely keep you in mind. Thanks for the note. While we do a good bit of Large Pan carryout business, we're not set up to run a full catering operation. Have… 

    Can Kitchen Social Polaris accommodate big groups for Sunday brunch (like 16 people)?

    I would imagine they could accommodate that number if notified ahead of time.

    Can the cinnabiscuit be ordered anytime besides brunch?

    They are just served at brunch. Brunch is Saturday (11-3) and Sunday (10-3). During brunch we serve both the brunch menu and the full regular menu.

    Are there gluten-free options for brunch?

    Their entire menu is available for brunch, not just the brunch menu. You can check out their GF menu options on their website.

    Does kitchen social have a gluten free menu?

    There are some really nice options on the menu that can be made gluten free. All of the pasta dishes can be done with gluten free pasta, we have brussel sprouts, fresh fish, steaks, and salad options.… 

    Does Kitchen Social offer takeout? Are you able to order online or do you have to call?

    We do offer carryout. Just call the restaurant to place the order.

    I am wondering when if brunch is available on Saturdays or is it only Sundays ? Thank you!

    They have brunch both days! Saturday begins at 11, Sunday at 10! Gotta check out the mimosa flights!

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