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We listened to live music and a selection of chocolate chip and oatmeal cookies on the patio.
Location; at Easton mall parking may be tricky but is much better the earlier in the day. So brunch at Northstar is perfect time of day. Super clean inside, and welcoming. Location is order food and beverages, and wait for the food to be served at table available. Food; Cloud nine pancakes are one of my fav brunch dishes I have had the bananas and syrup are the cherry on top of the best flaps, very yummy and tasty. Bacon served perfectly crisp and tasty much order. Be sure to check out the cocktail menu that always changes, very good cocktails. Service; The cashier was very friendly and helpful, while waiting in line a team member requested if we wanted a beverage VERY friendly service.
Staying in Easton for the weekend visiting our girls, we ended up at Northstar's for brunch. It was crowded but we found seating upstairs for our party of 6. The staff were friendly and helpful in rearranging the seat to accommodate us without too much of a problem. The restaurant is bright and airy, and gives off an 80's college student union vibe with the red brick and oak tables. We skipped the brunch cocktail and wine, and just had their house coffee which was pretty good and their local branded sodas which tasted like store brand sodas and a bit off. We all chose a breakfast dish, the everyday/deluxe egg sandwiches, the sunrise burrito, the mushroom frittata, and the country breakfast. None were spectacular and the pork sausage tasted kind of offal like. Weird. Not the best but not the worst. Should have gone to Fado's for a full Irish breakfast.
I want to say that I love Northstar and I love the jazz and the burgers and the chocolate truffle cookies. 5 stars for all of those things! But today I had a $27 dollar NASTY tuna meal. I love seared tuna so like fine, I'll splurge. This tuna steak was smothered in such salty seasoning it was near inedible, I had to cut off all 4 sides because it was so over seasoned. I have never in my life had tuna served this way. The salad was like a take on a Niçoise salad, pretty good but the tuna was so so bad. Please take this off your menu or rework it.
Service: this is hard to answer due to it being a sit and serve yourself establishment. I am a regular and know all the workers there, but everyone is always nice and very respectful. Ambiance/atmosphere: can get loud and a little crowded especially due to the seat yourself aspect. The jazz is very nice especially when you're enjoying a later afternoon meal. Perfect spot for friends. Food: growing up this place was my absolute favorite and I would get the fish sandwich any chance given. I'll say the fish sandwich is still very good, but since they've expanded all items have fallen behind on the flavor they once had. Fish sandwich: juicy flaky but held together fish on a perfectly toasted in house made brioche sesame seed bun and topped with a simple topping of kale salad. The sandwich is very good and the aïoli makes it that much better. I recommend an extra side of the aioli. Sandwich comes with the most perfect "simple salad" with an amazing dressing and house made croutons. Cheeseburger: I would have told you it was the best cheeseburger I'd ever had anywhere a few years ago, but now I can still say it is very good. In house blended brisket and chuck, with a melted piece of yellow cheddar on another perfectly toasted in house brioche sesame seed bun topped with shredded lettuce, juicy tomato, pickles, mustard, and I'd recommend asking for a side of aioli to add on. The burger comes with perfectly crisp and thin fries. The fries are always perfectly salty and pair so amazingly with the aioli. Pizza: They no longer have the item, but I have to mention the fiore was an absolute master piece. The crispy kale and hot honey pizza is absolutely delicious and you could argue their best item. It is perfectly cheesy and the crust is fantastic in their wood burning oven. The kale gets crispy and flaky and melts in your mouth while the hot honey just coats your mouth along with the cheese. Truly a fantastic pizza. Their classic margherita is also very good, the ricotta is warm and melted and the tomato sauce is so fresh and flavorful without being a bombshell in your mouth. Can't go wrong with either of these pizzas. Smoothie bowl: I love their smoothie bowl, it's so refreshing and the blueberry smoothie is just the perfect mix with the chia seeds, almonds, and other toppings. The granola(which you can buy separately) is really good and definitely the best house made granola I've ever had. This is a fantastic side option or if you're just looking for something quick and/or light. Sunrise burrito is a delicious medium sized burrito. For most it is enough to fill you, but for a large eater like myself two does the job. Everything is so fresh with the crispy in house hash browns, delicious sweetness added by the sweet potato, fluffy perfectly cooked cheesy eggs are gooey, and the corn and black beans are a delightful addition. The verde sauce is a perfect pairing and mixes fantastically. (You can also add bacon and/or sausage) Cloud nine pancakes are a ricotta based pancake and are incredible. 3 medium to large pancakes served with fresh banana and 100% organic maple syrup. These pancakes are some of the best around and truly are an amazing bite. They're soft and melt through just a couple chews and the banana is a fantastic sweet addition. Mushroom frittata is delightful. For a long time this was my go to breakfast entree and is always perfectly done. The mushrooms are soft, but not over cooked and mushy. The eggs fluff and perfectly cooked with cheese and the addition of their in house ground sausage is the perfect match and must add on. Desserts: I am not big into sweet, but in my Opinion the cookies here are the best of the best. The oatmeal raisin is to die for and the peanut butter brittle cookie is the best peanut butter cookie I've ever eaten. The chocolate chip cookie although very good and the added sea salt is a great touch, is just a little too sweet and rich for me(not a sweets person). The praline scone is really good. It's buttery and soft but with a crispy exterior and for someone who loves pecans like myself it is really a great option. Their carrot cake is good and has a moist cake, but man if you are like me and not too big into sweets I'd skip. It is very sweet, almost punch you in the throat sweet, but if sweets are your thing you'll love this.
Was in town for the day and a local took our group here. It was a very cool place with fresh cookies seemingly being baked throughout the day. Most people got the cheese burger and to a person raved about it. One got the Pad Thai and they said it was really good and had the right amount of heat. I got the Sausage and Pepper Wood-fire Pizza which was excellent. It hostess warned that it was spicy, but I found that it was not overly spicy but did have green flavor. Would definitely be back if I was local.
Went to Northstar for my first time on Saturday for brunch with some friends while I was visiting town and I really enjoyed it. To start, I liked that you order at the counter and then your food is brought to your table. I ordered the strawberry smoothie, side ricotta pancake, and the side of breakfast potatoes and enjoyed all of them. I will say that I expected the ricotta pancake to be good but it was truly way better than expected in the best way and I really, really liked it. I also cannot say enough great things about the staff - from the counter to our table, the staff was EXTREMELY kind and welcoming and I really appreciated how awesome they were our entire visit. Thank you, Northstar for an awesome visit and cannot wait to return when I'm back in town!
After a long day of shopping at Easton we stopped at Northstar for their locally grown, organic and artisan produced food! Drinks Northstar Margarita Aperol Spritz Dinner Pimento Cheeseburger Classic Cheeseburger Chopped Salad Simple Salad
My recent experience with northstar cafe was disappointing. Came in here for lunch. The prices were too high. The food tasted horrible and it took too long for the food to arrive. The service was alright. The only saving grace for this lunch was the freshly squeezed orange juice however that was experience as well.
The Northstar at Easton was a great place to start our weekend. The staff members seem attentive and professional. They worked diligently as a team to take orders, and to provide our food and drinks. It was quite crowded at 9:30 and the only seats available were at the bar but they were comfy. I ordered the sausage gravy & Biscuits with scrambled eggs. We also had the breakfast burrito, which I really loved. The mint iced coffee was okay but I probably will not order it again. Overall pleasant visit.
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Location; at Easton mall parking may be tricky but is much better the earlier in the day. So brunch at Northstar is perfect time of day. Super clean inside, and welcoming. Location is order food and beverages, and wait for the food to be served at table available. Food; Cloud nine pancakes are one of my fav brunch dishes I have had the bananas and syrup are the cherry on top of the best flaps, very yummy and tasty. Bacon served perfectly crisp and tasty much order. Be sure to check out the cocktail menu that always changes, very good cocktails. Service; The cashier was very friendly and helpful, while waiting in line a team member requested if we wanted a beverage VERY friendly service. read more
2 months ago
Staying in Easton for the weekend visiting our girls, we ended up at Northstar's for brunch. It was crowded but we found seating upstairs for our party of 6. The staff were friendly and helpful in rearranging the seat to accommodate us without too much of a problem. The restaurant is bright and airy, and gives off an 80's college student union vibe with the red brick and oak tables. We skipped the brunch cocktail and wine, and just had their house coffee which was pretty good and their local branded sodas which tasted like store brand sodas and a bit off. We all chose a breakfast dish, the everyday/deluxe egg sandwiches, the sunrise burrito, the mushroom frittata, and the country breakfast. None were spectacular and the pork sausage tasted kind of offal like. Weird. Not the best but not the worst. Should have gone to Fado's for a full Irish breakfast. read more
I want to say that I love Northstar and I love the jazz and the burgers and the chocolate truffle cookies. 5 stars for all of those things! But today I had a $27 dollar NASTY tuna meal. I love seared tuna so like fine, I'll splurge. This tuna steak was smothered in such salty seasoning it was near inedible, I had to cut off all 4 sides because it was so over seasoned. I have never in my life had tuna served this way. The salad was like a take on a Niçoise salad, pretty good but the tuna was so so bad. Please take this off your menu or rework it. read more
Service: this is hard to answer due to it being a sit and serve yourself establishment. I am a regular and know all the workers there, but everyone is always nice and very respectful. Ambiance/atmosphere: can get loud and a little crowded especially due to the seat yourself aspect. The jazz is very nice especially when you're enjoying a later afternoon meal. Perfect spot for friends. Food: growing up this place was my absolute favorite and I would get the fish sandwich any chance given. I'll say the fish sandwich is still very good, but since they've expanded all items have fallen behind on the flavor they once had. Fish sandwich: juicy flaky but held together fish on a perfectly toasted in house made brioche sesame seed bun and topped with a simple topping of kale salad. The sandwich is very good and the aïoli makes it that much better. I recommend an extra side of the aioli. Sandwich comes with the most perfect "simple salad" with an amazing dressing and house made croutons. Cheeseburger: I would have told you it was the best cheeseburger I'd ever had anywhere a few years ago, but now I can still say it is very good. In house blended brisket and chuck, with a melted piece of yellow cheddar on another perfectly toasted in house brioche sesame seed bun topped with shredded lettuce, juicy tomato, pickles, mustard, and I'd recommend asking for a side of aioli to add on. The burger comes with perfectly crisp and thin fries. The fries are always perfectly salty and pair so amazingly with the aioli. Pizza: They no longer have the item, but I have to mention the fiore was an absolute master piece. The crispy kale and hot honey pizza is absolutely delicious and you could argue their best item. It is perfectly cheesy and the crust is fantastic in their wood burning oven. The kale gets crispy and flaky and melts in your mouth while the hot honey just coats your mouth along with the cheese. Truly a fantastic pizza. Their classic margherita is also very good, the ricotta is warm and melted and the tomato sauce is so fresh and flavorful without being a bombshell in your mouth. Can't go wrong with either of these pizzas. Smoothie bowl: I love their smoothie bowl, it's so refreshing and the blueberry smoothie is just the perfect mix with the chia seeds, almonds, and other toppings. The granola(which you can buy separately) is really good and definitely the best house made granola I've ever had. This is a fantastic side option or if you're just looking for something quick and/or light. Sunrise burrito is a delicious medium sized burrito. For most it is enough to fill you, but for a large eater like myself two does the job. Everything is so fresh with the crispy in house hash browns, delicious sweetness added by the sweet potato, fluffy perfectly cooked cheesy eggs are gooey, and the corn and black beans are a delightful addition. The verde sauce is a perfect pairing and mixes fantastically. (You can also add bacon and/or sausage) Cloud nine pancakes are a ricotta based pancake and are incredible. 3 medium to large pancakes served with fresh banana and 100% organic maple syrup. These pancakes are some of the best around and truly are an amazing bite. They're soft and melt through just a couple chews and the banana is a fantastic sweet addition. Mushroom frittata is delightful. For a long time this was my go to breakfast entree and is always perfectly done. The mushrooms are soft, but not over cooked and mushy. The eggs fluff and perfectly cooked with cheese and the addition of their in house ground sausage is the perfect match and must add on. Desserts: I am not big into sweet, but in my Opinion the cookies here are the best of the best. The oatmeal raisin is to die for and the peanut butter brittle cookie is the best peanut butter cookie I've ever eaten. The chocolate chip cookie although very good and the added sea salt is a great touch, is just a little too sweet and rich for me(not a sweets person). The praline scone is really good. It's buttery and soft but with a crispy exterior and for someone who loves pecans like myself it is really a great option. Their carrot cake is good and has a moist cake, but man if you are like me and not too big into sweets I'd skip. It is very sweet, almost punch you in the throat sweet, but if sweets are your thing you'll love this. read more
Was in town for the day and a local took our group here. It was a very cool place with fresh cookies seemingly being baked throughout the day. Most people got the cheese burger and to a person raved about it. One got the Pad Thai and they said it was really good and had the right amount of heat. I got the Sausage and Pepper Wood-fire Pizza which was excellent. It hostess warned that it was spicy, but I found that it was not overly spicy but did have green flavor. Would definitely be back if I was local. read more
Went to Northstar for my first time on Saturday for brunch with some friends while I was visiting town and I really enjoyed it. To start, I liked that you order at the counter and then your food is brought to your table. I ordered the strawberry smoothie, side ricotta pancake, and the side of breakfast potatoes and enjoyed all of them. I will say that I expected the ricotta pancake to be good but it was truly way better than expected in the best way and I really, really liked it. I also cannot say enough great things about the staff - from the counter to our table, the staff was EXTREMELY kind and welcoming and I really appreciated how awesome they were our entire visit. Thank you, Northstar for an awesome visit and cannot wait to return when I'm back in town! read more
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After a long day of shopping at Easton we stopped at Northstar for their locally grown, organic and artisan produced food! Drinks Northstar Margarita Aperol Spritz Dinner Pimento Cheeseburger Classic Cheeseburger Chopped Salad Simple Salad read more
My recent experience with northstar cafe was disappointing. Came in here for lunch. The prices were too high. The food tasted horrible and it took too long for the food to arrive. The service was alright. The only saving grace for this lunch was the freshly squeezed orange juice however that was experience as well. read more
3 months ago
The Northstar at Easton was a great place to start our weekend. The staff members seem attentive and professional. They worked diligently as a team to take orders, and to provide our food and drinks. It was quite crowded at 9:30 and the only seats available were at the bar but they were comfy. I ordered the sausage gravy & Biscuits with scrambled eggs. We also had the breakfast burrito, which I really loved. The mint iced coffee was okay but I probably will not order it again. Overall pleasant visit. read more
2 months ago
I was in the area for work and my coworker recommended this place for breakfast. Let me start off by saying that the decor alone had me sold that everything would be great. The staff was welcoming and readily available for any questions. The display of pastries made me want to order them all. I liked their ordering process, you pick up the menu when you walk in, place the order at the register and pay. When your food is ready they bring it to you The place is big yet cozy and there is plenty of seating options. There is two levels, the second level overlooking the first level. I had their Mushroom Frittata, which was so fresh and full of flavor. From the presentation to the flavor it was a 10/10 for me. I had the Shooting Star drink, very fresh ingredients and super tasty and delicious to drink. I also tried their ham and cheese scone. It is big and can be easily shared. It was delicious! Overall, great place to go for breakfast before doing some shopping in the Easton Town Center read more
11 months ago
2 years ago
Northstar Cafe has been a favorite of mine in Columbus for years. I've enjoyed watching the menu evolve while keeping the same great taste and quality. My go-to is the Buddha Bowl with half chicken and half tofu--it's simple, healthy, and full of flavor. Their giant cookies are also a must-try and delicious!! The atmosphere is lively yet relaxed, making it ideal for a quick bite or a sit-down meal. The service has always been reliable and friendly! Highly recommend Northstar if you're looking for fresh, tasty food in Columbus! read more
It has been a while since I've come here and today the experience was great. I walked in and there was live jazz, my friend and I sat at the bar and were offered the pimento cheese dip for sitting at the bar. It was delicious and we were just talking about if we should order it or not. Then we ordered the kale pizza and the town fair salad. The salad was so so so good. The pizza was good but it was missing something and very Kaley. The Chardonnay I ordered was good not the best I ever had but still good. The strawberry mint mojito she ordered was super yummy. The vibes in here are so nice, dim lighting, beautiful jazz, and the two floors there's a lot more space for people. read more
Met here for breakfast and as always it was top notch. Only complaint? If you're open for breakfast, be open during breakfast hours. It's a good thing I didn't meet my party at 8am or we would have been standing out in the cold! I get it though, traffic in Easton is probably too low. read more
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Amazing food, great customer service and prices. Don't be deterred by the long line on the weekend. It moves quickly and they have plenty of seating once you get in. Once you order , they bring your food out to your table pretty quickly. The atmosphere is kid and group friendly, so don't worry about noise. Our food was fantastic and I would definitely make this a must eat on any trip to or close to the city. read more
1 year ago
Smoothie Bowl was so good! Gluten free too, loved the dried blueberries on top as well. Super fast service and such a cute location. read more
3 years ago
Fresh ingredients, simple but not basic menu items. Cloud 9 pancakes: made with ricotta, these are fluffy and light, served with sliced banana. I had the single side order to accompany my mushroom fritatta meal and side of bacon. The fritatta is different than what I am used to, as it's shaped more like a pancake than a pie. It was quite tasty, especially if you like mushrooms (as I do). Comes with potatoes--oh so crispy yet velvety inside!--and arugula dressed in an exquisite citrusy vinaigrette (honey mustard?), slightly sweet. I'll have to go back to try the sausage and biscuits. It's a bit pricey I think. We were 2 diners and our breakfast total was $76, but mostly because of my a la carte items (e.g., 3 slices of bacon $5.90). And it's not full service. You order at the counter and a server brings your food to your table (which you scope on your own and lay claim like in your high school cafeteria). read more
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1 year ago
Food 8/10 - My friend and I hit up Northstar Cafe in Easton for lunch; I tried the Pimento Cheeseburger. The burger features a house-ground patty made from Niman Ranch brisket and chuck, topped with creamy pimento cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles, all in between a toasted bun. The pimento cheese added a rich flavor that complemented the beef patty well. The fresh vegetables provided a nice crunch, while not overpowering any of the other flavors. To drink, I had their housemade ginger ale, which was light, and refreshing. It had a nice ginger spice, mixed with lime and a hint of mint. It paired well with the burger and the warm day. Vibe 9/10 - The restaurant itself had a pleasant and modern atmosphere. read more
Beautiful casual restaurant with a more uplifted ambiance. You order first before sitting. Drinks are self-service. They have live jazz which is neat. Food prices are reasonable for the portions, quality, service and ambiance. Lots of delicious food options to choose from whether you're a meat lover or vegetarian. I had a buddha bowl and margarita pizza. I would def order these two again. They also have huge cookies for dessert - i ordered a double chocolate chip cookie and it was delicious. Def check this place out if you're in the area. read more
2 years ago
Solid choice for brunch locally. It's a bit of a zoo on the weekends, so make sure you're ok with a wait before you go. The servers are friendly and helpful, and quick with a recommendation. Both breakfast sandwiches and the burrito are faves, but they benefit from adding bacon or sausage. Otherwise they'll leave you a bit hungry. The setting is log cabin chic, and they have wood burning fireplaces for outdoor dining if you want to brave the elements. Otherwise, indoor is pleasant and kid friendly. read more
I enjoyed this cafe so much I returned for a second visit the very next day and ordered essentially the same meal - and that's a rarity for me! Tho statement underscores how good the food is. On day one I had the country breakfast with bacon (I swapped out the bacon for sausage on day two). Whether you like bacon or sausage, you will love this quasi-sandwich. I expected food spread out on a plate but the presentation was more sandwich-like. It has a biscuit on the bottom, the eggs and bacon atop it, and another biscuit somewhat on the top. While you could treat it like a sandwich, that is not my recommendation. I suggest you take your time to enjoy each savory bite with a knife and fork. They provide some jelly that goes perfectly spread on the biscuits. The hot apple cider was equally good. On day two I tried the mint iced coffee and enjoyed that too. The place is very busy and I should note that you order and pay first and then find a seat. They will then bring your food in a team-oriented service environment. If you don't get s specialty drink and simply want water or soda, those are self-serve. But if you ask, they will likely get you a refill (they did get me water upon request). This place has a welcoming atmosphere and friendly staff. It's a must visit if you find yourself in the Easton area and want some breakfast or brunch fare! read more
1 year ago
Service is always awesome at the bar area along with orders up quickly from the kitchen. Food never disappoints and cocktails and coffee are always on point. From brunch to lunch or dinner you can't go wrong here! read more
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4015 Townsfair Way
Columbus, OH 43219
Easton
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