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KEWPEE vs. RITZY's As far as burger joints, go the original American burger joint was KEWPEE up in Lima, Ohio, that opened back during the oil fields of ancient days when photographs were taken in black and white. The owner with no vision or appetite to franchise lost his original idea to the Wendy's hamburger joint as Dave Thomas took the idea Nationwide. If you're not in LIMA, the next best thing and maybe just something even a little bit better or at least different for sure, is RITZY'S in Columbus, Ohio, right in the middle of everything on high Street! The good: upgraded love to the buns here came from some fancy bread company. This is not like your average bun out of a bag that KEWPEE uses from a factory down the street. These are almost like a brioche bun that just didn't get toasted. That would be some next level they could put on it when they don't have an entire baseball team dropped off and in line to all get a Fitzys combo with fries and a Coke well actually you gotta get Dr Pepper around here. They don't have a Coke distributor ship. the bad: I gotta tell you the only thing I can find wrong with this place is that you want to be lucky enough to be in front of the bus bringing all their kids here to buy them all one double stack Fitzy's combo with Fitzy sauce and special melted cheese and bacon, along with the signature skinny fries that don't come out soggy but crispy every single time. I can't say I've ever been disappointed and got lame fries like other places. the ugly: well, I guess the ugly for this place would have to be the fact that you couldn't eat here every day or you might drop dead of a heart attack. It's not for Dr. Quinn medicine woman or Dr. Oz in his leather chewing Koehl dietary repertoire this is for MEN! Men that like to eat burgers. The food channel came through here and somehow got tricked down to the THURMANATOR hamburger which is half bread, according to The Report from my foodie friend David Aaron Rosenberg. Whatever you do, don't think about crispy, smash burgers with edges crunching at your first bite, all the way to your last bite, on buns that take into account every continuous bite within the five minute rule of the perfect hamburger. #5MinuteRule #NiceBuns #Smashburger #KEWPEEvsRITZYS The ambience of this place is your old-fashioned burger joint with that 50s feel standup tables against the wall window and some tables in the middle if you come with a group. Got my food fast, but I was in front of the baseball team that just showed up! #ProTIPritzys : if the line inside is really long, I saw people ordering from the parking lot and coming right in the front door by the street to get their order quicker. I don't know if they had just happened to Order before the whole baseball team showed up or if there's a little secret to get in the queue faster than the long line that's waiting. Yes you can order online.
Great burger and shake spots. Loved the old diner look. Staffs were very welcoming. Food made to order, was good.
Ritzy's - Columbus, OH 4 out of 5 stars This was a first-time visit for everyone in our group, and we came in with a mission: each person orders something different, no duplicates, and we all share. Smart move. We left full, satisfied, and already planning what to try on the next round. Unless it was a signature item like the Rodeo Burger or Crispy Pickle Burger, we all ordered our burgers "everything style" -- that includes mayo, ketchup, mustard, tomato, pickle, onion, and lettuce. It's a great way to get a full feel for the standard build if you're new to Ritzy's. This spot had already been talked about as a future lunch stop with my 12-year-old foodie nephew (he wasn't with us this time, but he's definitely coming soon). His comment? "The burgers are crispy on the edges like smash burgers are supposed to be." And yep -- he was absolutely right. -- My Pick: Ritzy Way Burger (with bacon + jalapeños) Great texture, juicy in the middle, crispy edge, and super fresh toppings. I added bacon and jalapeños, but next time I'd go lighter. This is one of those burgers where less really lets the meat shine -- a thoughtful build hits harder than a stacked one. Crispy Pickle Burger We initially thought it could've used something fresh (lettuce? tomato?) but then remembered: it's a tribute to a fried pickle. Crunchy, tangy, and bold -- it nails what it's trying to be. Rodeo Burger I didn't try it (personal ketchup preference), but it looked stacked -- BBQ sauce, cheddar, fried onions, and jalapeños. The group described it as "a rodeo in burger form," and gave it a full-on "Yeehaw." Chili Cheese Dog Surprisingly great! Hot dog had that perfect snap, and the toppings (yellow and brown mustard, chili, cheese, onions) came together perfectly. This chili isn't trying to win awards solo -- but it does its job on a dog, and it does it well. Next time I'm going for the Chicago-style or a build-your-own combo. Fries (Regular + Cheese) Regular fries were crispy, hot, and pretty salty -- which I personally love. Cheese fries were no-frills, just a layer of melted shredded cheddar over fresh fries. Comfort food vibes. Milkshakes (Vanilla & Peach) I didn't try them myself, but the teens with me gave them their full attention. Vanilla was the clear winner -- thick, classic, and just sweet enough. Peach needed a good stir to wake up, but eventually made an appearance. As one teen said: "Vanilla ate. Peach woke up eventually." -- The Vibe: Bright, clean, and fun. Retro diner energy with chrome details, red umbrellas outside, and fast, friendly service. Totally family-friendly, teen-approved, and relaxed -- even when busy. Final Thoughts: In my opinion, Ritzy's beats Five Guys on both price and food quality. Better customization, crispier patties, hot dogs worth ordering (finally), and a more diverse menu. It also gives Culver's a run for its money thanks to stronger flavors and a seasoning game that doesn't miss. First visit = win. Next visit = that Pimento Burger is getting ordered.
Before you notice the food, you will notice the service which is helpful and kind. This was very important because my wife and I were Ritzy's first-timers just trying to get our bearings. We each got a hot dog, and split a double burger & regular fries. Really we could have used a triple burger and large fries because we we weren't full afterwards. Fortunately the ice cream scoops and milkshake helped fill the void, at least for me with the scoops. Unfortunately my wife's peanut butter milkshake was very light in flavor almost to the point of tasting watered down. The Chicago style hot dog had pickle chips instead of a spear which contributed to more of the toppings ending up on the plate than my mouth. The Coney dog was fine. The burger was definitely the star. It was kind of like having a Wendy's burger with McDonald's fries (which I say with fond intent). If you've never been to Ritzy's, go at least once for the charm of this old-time throwback.
This is a must stop place for us anytime we are passing through Columbus. Great little smash burgers, and I truly mean smash burgers, with lacey edges and everything, darn tasty chili dogs, shoestring fries, and some great frozen treats. The family and I stopped on our way through, I had the Ritz, which is a double smash burgers, toppings, etc. As I mentioned, the edges of the burger are actually crispy, the cheese was nice and melted, the bun was soft and chewy. Really nice! I also had a chili cheese dog. They really go for it with the cheese on these things, it's just mounded on there. The chili is a little spicy, not like hot, just warm, and goes great with the beef hot dog, and then the bun for this was perfect again, nice and soft but held up to the toppings well. My wife had a three way chili which is chili and cheese over spaghetti, which sounds kinda funky but she liked it! The kids had kids meals, one hot dog, the other a nice looking grilled cheese. Each kids meal also came with some great ice cream, or so I was told, I didn't try any. It was right around 1:00 pm on a weekday, and it was poppin in there, so make sure you plan to wait a bit for the food line depending on when you go, but it was worth the wait. It's kind of a retro throwback in there, a little bit of old school diner, so kind of cool to just hang out and read the old signs while you wait.
I placed an online order. My food was ready to go when I arrived. Service was fantastic. The staff was very friendly. The restaurant has a classic diner motif. I ordered a grilled chicken sandwich for myself, a double cheeseburger for my dad and fries to share. My chicken sandwich was delicious. Chicken was well cooked, toppings provided a good compliment of flavors and the bun was toasted to perfection. My dad raved about his burger. The fries were also good. I need to pay another visit to try the PB&J sandwich and their milkshakes.
It's been years since I've been to Ritzy's. I think I came here when they first reopened. It was busy, and I just wasn't impressed. Flash forward to now, my boyfriend and I are always looking for a new smash burger. I decided to give them another shot and thank goodness I did! They burgers are fantastic. We both got the double burger and loved how they put on the toppings right in front of you. The bun being homemade definitely makes a difference and for the better. The burgers are flavorful, buttery, and huge! So yummy. The fries are fine. Very similar to steak and shake. The ice cream part of the restaurant was popping so clearly it's a favorite of the community. We were stuffed but I will have to be back and try. Clean inside, nice and helpful staff, and decently priced!
After passing Ritzy's a number of times and commenting on how fun it looks, we decided it was time to finally check it out! We opted for a Beyond Burger with cheese on Texas toast - it's nice that they offer a couple of bread/lettuce wrap options - and a Ritzy Way burger on a bun, which comes fully loaded with tomato, pickles, onion, lettuce, cheese, bacon, and Ritzy's sauce. Both were excellent and much enjoyed. The large fry was a very generous portion size and perfect for sharing, but could have used a little more salt. The dessert options were excellent - the chocolate chip cookie was fresh and homemade, so good, just wished it was bigger... so maybe we need to get more next time! The mint Oreo ice cream was delicious too. There is a small parking lot available. Service was fast and efficient despite a crowd.
I ordered a Beyond Burger to go from their website. I was thinking they had a drive up window, but they do not. I parked and went inside. The associate handed me my bag with a smile. It was great. Fresh bun with all the toppings. I won't hesitate to order again.
I have been to Ritzy's 5 times since the reopening, and 5 times the food and service have been terrible. I commented this on a FB ad of theirs on my feed. People have gone back with me in the comments over my opinion. That's nothing out of the ordinary. But what REALLY earned Ritzy's a 1star review, is the behavior of Ritzy's employee "Corey." Corey, displeased with my comments, decided to confront me directly about them. That would be ok, had he chose to do it at an appropriately time, in an appropriate fashion. Instead, he chose 7am on Christmas Morning to attempt to pick a fight. Corey felt some type of way, and wanted an explanation as to why I "feel the need to publicly throw hate" aka give feedback. He then points out their small size as a business, as if being small meant you were above any sort of criticism? As if I owed YOU my silence, over your repeatedly terrible service... because you're a small business? Ironically, you expect ABOVE AVERAGE customer service from a small family owned business. You don't expect your order to be wrong and slow with rude employees every time, and you certainly don't expect them to harass you at 7am on Christmas Day when you are opening presents with your children. The idea that Ritzy's is this Family owned, Family friendly eatery - but they have such little respect for Christmas, the Holiest day of the year, and probably the most important family holiday of the year... Ritzy's has such little respect for their customers, they have no issue harassing them on Christmas Day, because they have no respect for my Family as well. The irony of Corey pointing out they're a small family business, while attempting to harass me/my family on Christmas Morning at 7am is just hilarious. When I pointed out the day and time he intentionally chose to confront me, rather than apologize for choosing to harass me on Christmas Morning, he doubles down and makes a snide remark with a backhanded "Merry Christmas," as if that would somehow make his behavior acceptable. Incredible. Very Trump-ish. Makes you wonder about what kind of family owns Ritzy's? There was nothing reasonable about attempting to pick a fight at 7am on Christmas morning over FB comments from days/weeks ago. To aggressively confront me directly over my feedback at all would never be appropriate, but to intentionally interrupt my Christmas Morning opening gifts with my children? over a negative comment on Facebook from the week prior? That's a new level of pathetic pettiness.
I was honestly so impressed by this Ritzy's! I grew up outside of Columbus, and my hometown "G. D." Ritzy's is known to be pretty run-down and decent at best. That is what I expected here, but it absolutely exceeded my expectations. This location is way bigger than it looks from the outside and very clean inside. In addition to stool and table seating, there is seating outside. Lots of parking that you can't see from the street too. Prices and menus are clearly posted, and the cook and cashier we interacted with were both very friendly and helpful. The patties at Ritzy's are thin ("smashed", I guess?) and a bit crispy on the edges. They are so good!! They are offering a plant-based option of Beyond Beef burgers (will try next time!) but keep in mind that they are cooked on the same grill as the meat. Our burgers and fries were a bit salty, but still delicious. My partner added bacon to his burger, and it had a great texture and sweetness for a burger. The fries are shoestring fries, PERFECTLY crispy. The cheese sauce isn't the greatest, but it's not Ritzy's without the cheese sauce. The smallest burger along with fries was the perfect amount for me. I wish I hadn't made assumptions about this place, because it is a top tier fast food joint for very reasonable prices, for Columbus. We will definitely be back!
First time here and it was a pretty cool experience and place! There's not a ton of parking, but there's a decent amount. I'm sure on their busy days, their parking lot fills up quickly. There's a decent amount of seating inside too. It's a line style ordering and it was a bit confusing at first for me, but it's quick and simple. I got the Itzy, which is a single patty and then customized the toppings and sauce. There are a few toppings that are an upcharge, but their basic toppings are included and you can customize those. The burger was made well and not dry, the toppings were wonderful add-ons, and the fries were delicious. I think their shoestring fries were delicious, but very oversalted. One large fry was enough for two of us, it was a good amount! Overall, the atmosphere was welcoming and lively. Staff was very nice, they were so friendly and welcoming. The burgers were pretty good, a quality smashburger. I would recommend this place for small groups, burgers, good fries, and a bit of a throwback experience.
10 days ago
Felt transported back to the 1950-60s stepping into Ritzy's. This is what Five Guys and Johnny Rockets wish they were if they were made with homemade and fresh ingredients. From the crispy patty to the fluffy freshly baked bun, ritzy has a solid burger! The fries were the perfect pairing; hot, salty, & crispy. The inside is cozy and has a decent amount of seating. The restaurant is decorated in a classic diner fashion. The staff was friendly, helpful, and provided quick service. This is the place where after a bite of their burger you think, "this is what America is all about" read more
4 months ago
Solid place to go for burgers and chili cheese fries! It was pretty quiet when I walked in for a late lunch. I didn't realize you could customize toppings for the burger and was a bit overwhelmed so I went with lettuce, tomato, and ketchup. It already came with bacon and American cheese. Two thin patties and a delicious buttery bun. It's not bad! And the burger wasn't all that greasy! The chili cheese fries were also excellent! The chili was pretty beefy. Sometimes with chili, you get chunky beef and beans, and mostly sauce. This one was pretty much all beef. Very protein forward! They also have dairy free milkshakes, which are hard to find in general. I got Oreo. So good! Probably the one thing I'd come back for since I'm not sure where else serves this on the menu. Staff was nice. They double checked if I wanted cheese since I ordered a dairy free milkshake. I told them milk is my issue, not usually cheese. I appreciated them checking! They even came out and handed me my food and drink! Parking is easy. A good amount at the back and side of the building. Would love to come back! read more
9 days ago
7 months ago
KEWPEE vs. RITZY's As far as burger joints, go the original American burger joint was KEWPEE up in Lima, Ohio, that opened back during the oil fields of ancient days when photographs were taken in black and white. The owner with no vision or appetite to franchise lost his original idea to the Wendy's hamburger joint as Dave Thomas took the idea Nationwide. If you're not in LIMA, the next best thing and maybe just something even a little bit better or at least different for sure, is RITZY'S in Columbus, Ohio, right in the middle of everything on high Street! The good: upgraded love to the buns here came from some fancy bread company. This is not like your average bun out of a bag that KEWPEE uses from a factory down the street. These are almost like a brioche bun that just didn't get toasted. That would be some next level they could put on it when they don't have an entire baseball team dropped off and in line to all get a Fitzys combo with fries and a Coke well actually you gotta get Dr Pepper around here. They don't have a Coke distributor ship. the bad: I gotta tell you the only thing I can find wrong with this place is that you want to be lucky enough to be in front of the bus bringing all their kids here to buy them all one double stack Fitzy's combo with Fitzy sauce and special melted cheese and bacon, along with the signature skinny fries that don't come out soggy but crispy every single time. I can't say I've ever been disappointed and got lame fries like other places. the ugly: well, I guess the ugly for this place would have to be the fact that you couldn't eat here every day or you might drop dead of a heart attack. It's not for Dr. Quinn medicine woman or Dr. Oz in his leather chewing Koehl dietary repertoire this is for MEN! Men that like to eat burgers. The food channel came through here and somehow got tricked down to the THURMANATOR hamburger which is half bread, according to The Report from my foodie friend David Aaron Rosenberg. Whatever you do, don't think about crispy, smash burgers with edges crunching at your first bite, all the way to your last bite, on buns that take into account every continuous bite within the five minute rule of the perfect hamburger. #5MinuteRule #NiceBuns #Smashburger #KEWPEEvsRITZYS The ambience of this place is your old-fashioned burger joint with that 50s feel standup tables against the wall window and some tables in the middle if you come with a group. Got my food fast, but I was in front of the baseball team that just showed up! #ProTIPritzys : if the line inside is really long, I saw people ordering from the parking lot and coming right in the front door by the street to get their order quicker. I don't know if they had just happened to Order before the whole baseball team showed up or if there's a little secret to get in the queue faster than the long line that's waiting. Yes you can order online. read more
11 months ago
Great burger and shake spots. Loved the old diner look. Staffs were very welcoming. Food made to order, was good. read more
1 year ago
Ritzy's - Columbus, OH 4 out of 5 stars This was a first-time visit for everyone in our group, and we came in with a mission: each person orders something different, no duplicates, and we all share. Smart move. We left full, satisfied, and already planning what to try on the next round. Unless it was a signature item like the Rodeo Burger or Crispy Pickle Burger, we all ordered our burgers "everything style" -- that includes mayo, ketchup, mustard, tomato, pickle, onion, and lettuce. It's a great way to get a full feel for the standard build if you're new to Ritzy's. This spot had already been talked about as a future lunch stop with my 12-year-old foodie nephew (he wasn't with us this time, but he's definitely coming soon). His comment? "The burgers are crispy on the edges like smash burgers are supposed to be." And yep -- he was absolutely right. -- My Pick: Ritzy Way Burger (with bacon + jalapeños) Great texture, juicy in the middle, crispy edge, and super fresh toppings. I added bacon and jalapeños, but next time I'd go lighter. This is one of those burgers where less really lets the meat shine -- a thoughtful build hits harder than a stacked one. Crispy Pickle Burger We initially thought it could've used something fresh (lettuce? tomato?) but then remembered: it's a tribute to a fried pickle. Crunchy, tangy, and bold -- it nails what it's trying to be. Rodeo Burger I didn't try it (personal ketchup preference), but it looked stacked -- BBQ sauce, cheddar, fried onions, and jalapeños. The group described it as "a rodeo in burger form," and gave it a full-on "Yeehaw." Chili Cheese Dog Surprisingly great! Hot dog had that perfect snap, and the toppings (yellow and brown mustard, chili, cheese, onions) came together perfectly. This chili isn't trying to win awards solo -- but it does its job on a dog, and it does it well. Next time I'm going for the Chicago-style or a build-your-own combo. Fries (Regular + Cheese) Regular fries were crispy, hot, and pretty salty -- which I personally love. Cheese fries were no-frills, just a layer of melted shredded cheddar over fresh fries. Comfort food vibes. Milkshakes (Vanilla & Peach) I didn't try them myself, but the teens with me gave them their full attention. Vanilla was the clear winner -- thick, classic, and just sweet enough. Peach needed a good stir to wake up, but eventually made an appearance. As one teen said: "Vanilla ate. Peach woke up eventually." -- The Vibe: Bright, clean, and fun. Retro diner energy with chrome details, red umbrellas outside, and fast, friendly service. Totally family-friendly, teen-approved, and relaxed -- even when busy. Final Thoughts: In my opinion, Ritzy's beats Five Guys on both price and food quality. Better customization, crispier patties, hot dogs worth ordering (finally), and a more diverse menu. It also gives Culver's a run for its money thanks to stronger flavors and a seasoning game that doesn't miss. First visit = win. Next visit = that Pimento Burger is getting ordered. read more
2 years ago
Before you notice the food, you will notice the service which is helpful and kind. This was very important because my wife and I were Ritzy's first-timers just trying to get our bearings. We each got a hot dog, and split a double burger & regular fries. Really we could have used a triple burger and large fries because we we weren't full afterwards. Fortunately the ice cream scoops and milkshake helped fill the void, at least for me with the scoops. Unfortunately my wife's peanut butter milkshake was very light in flavor almost to the point of tasting watered down. The Chicago style hot dog had pickle chips instead of a spear which contributed to more of the toppings ending up on the plate than my mouth. The Coney dog was fine. The burger was definitely the star. It was kind of like having a Wendy's burger with McDonald's fries (which I say with fond intent). If you've never been to Ritzy's, go at least once for the charm of this old-time throwback. read more
This is a must stop place for us anytime we are passing through Columbus. Great little smash burgers, and I truly mean smash burgers, with lacey edges and everything, darn tasty chili dogs, shoestring fries, and some great frozen treats. The family and I stopped on our way through, I had the Ritz, which is a double smash burgers, toppings, etc. As I mentioned, the edges of the burger are actually crispy, the cheese was nice and melted, the bun was soft and chewy. Really nice! I also had a chili cheese dog. They really go for it with the cheese on these things, it's just mounded on there. The chili is a little spicy, not like hot, just warm, and goes great with the beef hot dog, and then the bun for this was perfect again, nice and soft but held up to the toppings well. My wife had a three way chili which is chili and cheese over spaghetti, which sounds kinda funky but she liked it! The kids had kids meals, one hot dog, the other a nice looking grilled cheese. Each kids meal also came with some great ice cream, or so I was told, I didn't try any. It was right around 1:00 pm on a weekday, and it was poppin in there, so make sure you plan to wait a bit for the food line depending on when you go, but it was worth the wait. It's kind of a retro throwback in there, a little bit of old school diner, so kind of cool to just hang out and read the old signs while you wait. read more
4 months ago
I placed an online order. My food was ready to go when I arrived. Service was fantastic. The staff was very friendly. The restaurant has a classic diner motif. I ordered a grilled chicken sandwich for myself, a double cheeseburger for my dad and fries to share. My chicken sandwich was delicious. Chicken was well cooked, toppings provided a good compliment of flavors and the bun was toasted to perfection. My dad raved about his burger. The fries were also good. I need to pay another visit to try the PB&J sandwich and their milkshakes. read more
1 year ago
It's been years since I've been to Ritzy's. I think I came here when they first reopened. It was busy, and I just wasn't impressed. Flash forward to now, my boyfriend and I are always looking for a new smash burger. I decided to give them another shot and thank goodness I did! They burgers are fantastic. We both got the double burger and loved how they put on the toppings right in front of you. The bun being homemade definitely makes a difference and for the better. The burgers are flavorful, buttery, and huge! So yummy. The fries are fine. Very similar to steak and shake. The ice cream part of the restaurant was popping so clearly it's a favorite of the community. We were stuffed but I will have to be back and try. Clean inside, nice and helpful staff, and decently priced! read more
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Corey W.
Thank you so much for giving us another try. We fully admit when we…
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2 years ago
After passing Ritzy's a number of times and commenting on how fun it looks, we decided it was time to finally check it out! We opted for a Beyond Burger with cheese on Texas toast - it's nice that they offer a couple of bread/lettuce wrap options - and a Ritzy Way burger on a bun, which comes fully loaded with tomato, pickles, onion, lettuce, cheese, bacon, and Ritzy's sauce. Both were excellent and much enjoyed. The large fry was a very generous portion size and perfect for sharing, but could have used a little more salt. The dessert options were excellent - the chocolate chip cookie was fresh and homemade, so good, just wished it was bigger... so maybe we need to get more next time! The mint Oreo ice cream was delicious too. There is a small parking lot available. Service was fast and efficient despite a crowd. read more
I ordered a Beyond Burger to go from their website. I was thinking they had a drive up window, but they do not. I parked and went inside. The associate handed me my bag with a smile. It was great. Fresh bun with all the toppings. I won't hesitate to order again. read more
9 months ago
I have been to Ritzy's 5 times since the reopening, and 5 times the food and service have been terrible. I commented this on a FB ad of theirs on my feed. People have gone back with me in the comments over my opinion. That's nothing out of the ordinary. But what REALLY earned Ritzy's a 1star review, is the behavior of Ritzy's employee "Corey." Corey, displeased with my comments, decided to confront me directly about them. That would be ok, had he chose to do it at an appropriately time, in an appropriate fashion. Instead, he chose 7am on Christmas Morning to attempt to pick a fight. Corey felt some type of way, and wanted an explanation as to why I "feel the need to publicly throw hate" aka give feedback. He then points out their small size as a business, as if being small meant you were above any sort of criticism? As if I owed YOU my silence, over your repeatedly terrible service... because you're a small business? Ironically, you expect ABOVE AVERAGE customer service from a small family owned business. You don't expect your order to be wrong and slow with rude employees every time, and you certainly don't expect them to harass you at 7am on Christmas Day when you are opening presents with your children. The idea that Ritzy's is this Family owned, Family friendly eatery - but they have such little respect for Christmas, the Holiest day of the year, and probably the most important family holiday of the year... Ritzy's has such little respect for their customers, they have no issue harassing them on Christmas Day, because they have no respect for my Family as well. The irony of Corey pointing out they're a small family business, while attempting to harass me/my family on Christmas Morning at 7am is just hilarious. When I pointed out the day and time he intentionally chose to confront me, rather than apologize for choosing to harass me on Christmas Morning, he doubles down and makes a snide remark with a backhanded "Merry Christmas," as if that would somehow make his behavior acceptable. Incredible. Very Trump-ish. Makes you wonder about what kind of family owns Ritzy's? There was nothing reasonable about attempting to pick a fight at 7am on Christmas morning over FB comments from days/weeks ago. To aggressively confront me directly over my feedback at all would never be appropriate, but to intentionally interrupt my Christmas Morning opening gifts with my children? over a negative comment on Facebook from the week prior? That's a new level of pathetic pettiness. read more
6 months ago
3 months ago
I was honestly so impressed by this Ritzy's! I grew up outside of Columbus, and my hometown "G. D." Ritzy's is known to be pretty run-down and decent at best. That is what I expected here, but it absolutely exceeded my expectations. This location is way bigger than it looks from the outside and very clean inside. In addition to stool and table seating, there is seating outside. Lots of parking that you can't see from the street too. Prices and menus are clearly posted, and the cook and cashier we interacted with were both very friendly and helpful. The patties at Ritzy's are thin ("smashed", I guess?) and a bit crispy on the edges. They are so good!! They are offering a plant-based option of Beyond Beef burgers (will try next time!) but keep in mind that they are cooked on the same grill as the meat. Our burgers and fries were a bit salty, but still delicious. My partner added bacon to his burger, and it had a great texture and sweetness for a burger. The fries are shoestring fries, PERFECTLY crispy. The cheese sauce isn't the greatest, but it's not Ritzy's without the cheese sauce. The smallest burger along with fries was the perfect amount for me. I wish I hadn't made assumptions about this place, because it is a top tier fast food joint for very reasonable prices, for Columbus. We will definitely be back! read more
First time here and it was a pretty cool experience and place! There's not a ton of parking, but there's a decent amount. I'm sure on their busy days, their parking lot fills up quickly. There's a decent amount of seating inside too. It's a line style ordering and it was a bit confusing at first for me, but it's quick and simple. I got the Itzy, which is a single patty and then customized the toppings and sauce. There are a few toppings that are an upcharge, but their basic toppings are included and you can customize those. The burger was made well and not dry, the toppings were wonderful add-ons, and the fries were delicious. I think their shoestring fries were delicious, but very oversalted. One large fry was enough for two of us, it was a good amount! Overall, the atmosphere was welcoming and lively. Staff was very nice, they were so friendly and welcoming. The burgers were pretty good, a quality smashburger. I would recommend this place for small groups, burgers, good fries, and a bit of a throwback experience. read more
4 years ago
Maybe I just had too many expectations going in? I envisioned a fun 50s throwback diner with thick, juicy burgers. The atmosphere and the food were not that. Fries were hot, fresh and salty. All good there. The "single" burger was super thin and flavorless. It had no discernible burger flavor at all. I ordered it with "the works" toppings and it mostly just tasted like mustard, as they put tons of it on for some reason. I feel like if you have a sign on your building that just says "hamburgers".....you really need to stick the landing with the burger. read more
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Corey W.
Hey Jennifer I am sorry to hear that your experience was less than…
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1 year ago
A splash from the past!! GD Ritzys was a favorite of ours in the 80's. I was excited when I heard someone opened one up in Clintonville, and it has taken me awhile to get there. But all I can say is wow! The burgers are the smashed crispy edge burgers I remember and the fries were so good. We ordered a Chicago dog (I don't remember having those in 80's??) but it had the casing that pops when you bite it. Very very yummy. The crew behind the counter were very friendly and welcoming. There is plenty indoor seating and outdoor seating with umbrellas. The dining room was very clean. Very original burgers and fries, definitely recommend. read more
1 year ago
We went to Ritzy's for the first time and definitely recommend this fun 50s throw back diner / restaurant. Fast service, with a great classic menu of burger, fries, ice cream with a twist of unique burger toppings and flavors. My husband had the crispy pickle burger & I ventured out and ordered the PB&J burger with bacon! It was a great sweet and savory combo. The shoestring fries were perfect. It was hard to choose from the fun ice cream flavors, everything from classic vanilla to banana pudding. Yum! Check it out! read more
I have been driving by this place for years, I finally decided to try. In a world of 100 of burger places this place is top notch, friendly service. The bread they use for their burger makes it stand out from five guys and stake a shake. It was so good it won't be my last, unless of course life happens, I hope they can build more locations, i understand this place has been around for years. To bad such a small location, but as far as the burger, quality food read more
1 year ago
5 years ago
I've stopped in at Ritzy's a couple of times since it opened for fries or ice cream, but am not a regular because I don't eat beef and (believe it or not) am not a huge PB&J fan, though theirs looks pretty special. The hand dipped shakes are rich and creamy with just the right amount of whipped cream. This is important, I don't want too much, but I do love it. They serve shoestring fries with some seasoned salt, which I just love. So, I was Beyond excited to drive past last week and see a sandwich board out front offering Beyond burgers for a "limited time," pun intended. In we go! My fake burger was MTO and they were very efficient. After ordering, you chose your vegetable toppings and ketchup/mayo/mustard. I got lettuce, chopped tomato, crispy onions (!), and swiss with mayo. The burger is a little smashed, and I really like a good smash burger. I'm down for anything with crispy onions. Finally, they don't bag your fries until the rest of the order is ready, whether it's ice cream or a burger, to keep them nice and fresh, which I thought was a nice touch. I loved my burger, well cooked and a nice flavor from the crispy onions. I really hope the keep Beyond around long term! I'll be back for sure, maybe tomorrow. read more
First time at Ritzys, I've passed this place so many times since I work over this way. I have to say it was subpar, everything was so over priced for what you got. The burger patty was so thin and cheese was .75 cents extra. However the shake was good along with the fries. Service was 10/10, the guy made us new fries and walked our shakes outside for us without hesitation. It was a nice day to eat outside on there picnic tables, which were clean. I would defiantly go back for the shakes and ice cream, but not the food. read more
11 months ago
1 year ago
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Corey W.
Akai, I am sorry to hear that you experience was a failing grade in…
What a throwback... This place is really cool it is like the restaurants of the 50's and 60's. The service was awesome - great staff. The burgers were delicious. The chili cheese fries were really good. I don't normally eat at "fast food" restaurants but this was a great time. It has that steak and shake vibe but ritzy's has great service and really good food. read more
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4615 N High St
Columbus, OH 43214
Clintonville, Beechwold
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I would like to know if GD ritzy's is open in Clintonville I tried the phone number and it goes to a cable phone number is there any other number I can call?
Yes it is open. Very busy...I think they have either phone issues or so busy no one can get to the phone
Any firm dates yet? Doesn't seem to be a lot of visible progress.
It is coming along. They will announce a date soon.
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