Obsessed! I haven't been to the location but have been getting delivery on the apps for the last few months now. Huge portions and so fresh! When I order from Roots it makes me feel clean and healthy. I've ordered their pre-made bowls as well as building my own. Portions are big and can serve as two meals. If I order for dinner I end up eating it for breakfast. Ingredients are fresh AF and their dressings are all delicious. Sometimes I question how my build-your-own bowl will come out and I do a good job--it's delicious!! I always feel good about the healthy and clean options here! read more

Formal Complaint: Unprofessional Management and Order Fulfillment at OSU Campus Location To the Executive Team at Roots Natural Kitchen, I am writing to formally express my profound disappointment regarding a recent experience at your Ohio State University campus location on Father's Day. The lack of customer care, patience, and professionalism I encountered from the Manager on Duty was entirely unacceptable, and doesn't deserve even a half star, but I had to choose one. On Father's Day, my family ordered five bowls, two of which were seasonal bowls made with the original ingredients with the exception of extra lime. One of these bowls was specifically meant for my husband, who is currently in the hospital. I had raved to him about your restaurant, as it was one of the few healthy options he could safely enjoy during his stay. Unfortunately, the meal was prepared with a blatant lack of care. Even after it was made clear that this was a special meal for him, his portion size was equivalent to a half-bowl, and it was entirely missing the onions and tomatoes. Seeking to resolve the issue, I called the restaurant and was placed on hold. When the phone was picked up, the staff member did not offer a greeting, a name, or any indication of who was speaking. I politely stated, "Hi, I was holding for the manager," to which she abruptly replied, "This is." When I asked for her name, her response was unclear and unkind. Despite maintaining a calm and respectful tone while explaining that my husband's hospital meal for Father's Day had been made incorrectly, the manager was immediately combative and argumentative for absolutely no reason. Instead of offering a basic level of customer service or empathy, I was met with disrespect. Your company's mission proudly states: *"We strive to empower people through radical accessibility to natural food."* Unfortunately, the radical lack of care and professionalism I experienced completely contradicts that standard. Because of this deeply disappointing experience, I will no longer be a patron of your establishment. Furthermore, I will not be recommending Roots Natural Kitchen to anyone moving forward, including for any future corporate or community events I coordinate. I hope you address this leadership and service failure with your OSU campus team so that no other customer is treated this way in the future. Sincerely, Latisha Roland read more

Tried this place for the first time and really enjoyed our meals! The bowls / salads offer a great balance of flavor and healthy options. The portions were great and happy to be able to take leftovers which we enjoyed later that day. The staff were friendly and the space was clean. There's also outdoor seating when the weather allows. The only small feedback is that we found the rock music a bit loud for our taste (our group covered three different generations and we all felt the same). Definitely looking forward to retuning. read more

Roots Natural Kitchen - Salad Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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I've been trying to eat cleaner and this place looked like it fit the bill! The portions are huge and the options straightforward but plentiful. Service was quicker than expected, and the taste was off the charts. I particularly liked the cilantro lime dressing and roasted sweet potatoes. read more

Roots Natural Kitchen - Lemon Tahini and Cilantro Lime - Salad Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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YE Gurl Eats: The Bowl Boss Life at Roots Natural Kitchen Date: July 3, 2025 Location: Roots Natural Kitchen (via Uber Eats) Vibe: Delivery Diva Meets Healthy Hustle Let's be real-- when the Midwest is giving pizza, beer, and meat, a girl needs an occasional break- not like I eat meat though too. And thanks to a perfectly timed Uber Eats credit plus a BOGO deal, Roots Natural Kitchen came through like a green goddess on a delivery scooter. I've had them before and lemme tell you--I LOVE this place. These are the grain bowls you dream about but rarely get to keep in rotation unless you're meal-prepping with intention. What We Ate: Two El Jefes ($12.95 each) Bulgur wheat + whole grain rice + black beans + avocado + charred corn + cilantro lime dressing = yes, Boss. I swapped the chicken for one mushroom bowl and one tofu bowl, then hit it with "the works," fresh lime, and a dash of Tabasco. Balanced. Bright. Satisfying AF. Two Pesto Caesars ($12.95 each) A remix of a Caesar that doesn't drag you down. Pesto, lime-pickled onions, cherry tomatoes, bulgur wheat, and pita crunch. One bowl had mushrooms and tofu, the other just mushrooms. I topped my first one with a lil' smoked salmon to zhuzh it up. Let me break this down: 4 bowls fed me and the beau for 2 full days --lunch and dinner. And unlike many other "healthy" places that disappear in an hour, these bowls had flavor, structure, and staying power. Roots is a grain game-changer in the land of ribs and PBR. So if you need a break from all things fried and cheesy, pull up the app or oder online, grab your greens, and let the bowls bless you. read more

Roots Natural Kitchen - Salad Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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I totally forgot to take a picture of the menu but they have different kinds of bowls with a salad base and a rice base. They have make your own bowl as well. The place was clean with plenty of seating inside and out. I went on a Saturday around 11:30am and there were many parking spots (some are free, some are not) but this might be a totally different story depending on the day and time since it's very close to OSU. I had the Corner Cobb which had lettuce, kale, grilled chicken breast, avocado, boiled egg, rice (wild rice kind), sweet potato, cucumber and corn. It was around $13 but the bowl was heavy! Chicken chunks were big and nicely seasoned. It came with tzatziki dressing. I'm not too fond of it usually but am so happy I gave it a try! It was nice, savory and refreshing but not overwhelming (some tzatziki sauce to me is a bit too herb-y). They also have limited time flavors - which right now is Korean chicken. I don't live close but I am definitely going back to try it! The service was friendly and fast (though there were no other customers when I visited). They lost a whole star because the music was on SO.LOUD. It was so loud I couldn't hear what the staff was asking me right over the counter. This was my first visit and I had a couple of questions about customizations (like if I could take out 1 ingredient but add something else) but I gave up because I just could not hear anything over the music. My husband and I left rather quickly because it was so loud we couldn't hear each other and I started to have a headache. But I really enjoyed the food so I highly recommend! If you live close by or if it's a nice day, maybe take it to go or eat out. read more

Roots Natural Kitchen - Balboa - Salad Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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It's always a treat to stop by Roots after hitting the gym. A bit pricey, but always very much worth it. Ingredients are always so fresh and tasty! The customer service here is always top notch, too. I usually mobile order and never have to wait. This place is the best and I cannot recommend it enough! read more

10/10!!! I love it!!! I saw this restaurant trending on tiktok and decided to give it a try! I went to the Grandview location and was not disappointed. The food portions are lovely! All the food tastes fresh. The sauces are made in house and they are DELICIOUS. I tried the cilantro lime, the ginger vinaigrette, and the Caesar dressing. The service was nice. The employees helped us decide on what to get since it was our first time. There's a seating area with a nice, big window. I really enjoyed that. I also saw there was a drive thru/pickup window which is cincy for people who know exactly what they want! I've been telling so many people about this place; I will absolutely be back!! read more

Visited for the first time yesterday and was impressed! I took my friend's suggestion and ordered the El Jefe bowl and it did not disappoint. The bowl was packed with rice, kale, corn, onion, pita chips, and chicken; I also ordered it with the works which I wasn't sure what I was signing up for but it was worth it lol! The bowl was very filling and I had enough leftover rice to take home. The chicken was cooked well and had a nice kick to it. I think the bowls were fairly priced at $12 but coming from a bigger city my bar is very low. The staff was also very enthusiastic when helping our large party. I could definitely see myself making this my go-to for lunch when I'm on campus. Located across from the Wex, it's a great stop to meet up with friends or colleagues throughout the day. The food was so good I forgot to take a picture before diving in. read more

Been going here almost weekly for three years. Portions are great, always enough for lunch the next day. Hearty enough to make you feel full, healthy enough that you don't feel gross. I see the staff checking food temps pretty often and in general feel like they take food safety seriously. Not usually a great place to eat inside, they don't often have anyone wiping down tables and they play the music pretty loud, but the food is so good I come back anyway. read more

I love these bowls. They're always fresh and flavorful. You can order from their menu or build your own bowl. I recommend the el Jefe (add pickled red onions and jalapeños)! Portion sizes are usually pretty substantial- I typically order for dinner and have enough left over for lunch the next day. I'd recommend picking up directly from the store rather than ordering via a delivery app like uber eats, DoorDash, etc.. They do have their own delivery option, but I haven't tried it because the delivery fee appears to be $7 for me. My past few delivery (via third party app) orders have been missing add-ons I've requested (and paid for) and have been a little skimpy on the protein. The prices are much lower in-store, too. BUT, the bowls are a tasty, healthy option when I don't have time to cook for myself, so I'll be back for more! read more

A co-worker suggested Roots Natural Kitchen for lunch so we placed a take out order for about 10 people. There are two ways to order ahead of time and neither are that great. The first is through Door Dash (if you want delivery), however Door Dash increases the prices of everything by $2-4 which is annoying. The other way is through the Roots mobile app (since everyone needs an extra app on their phone?). After calling the restaurant to see if we could just order over the phone, they politely directed us to the namesake app, so we succumbed to downloading it. Unfortunately, you are only able to place 7 entree orders on the app at once, so we had to make two separate orders for our group. The menu is easy to navigate, with signature bowls, or build your own bowls. Each bowl consists of two bases (grains or lettuces), vegetables, cheese, protein and sauce/dressing. I went with the Balboa, but we had a good variety across the group. The parking is quite limited which is another downside. However since it is located right in the heart of campus, I'm sure they get a lot of food traffic. The food itself was phenomenal and surpassed my expectations. They also give you a very generous portion size. I would definitely get it again, but probably order during an off-time as it was extremely busy over the lunch hour (not surprising). read more

Roots Natural Kitchen - Balboa - Salad Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

I work in the area and order from here maybe twice a month, usually it's wonderful and a nice healthy option. Portions are big enough for me that I can get two lunches out of one bowl. In my last few orders though I've had issues with consistency in the ingredients. Once I found what looked like a twig in my bowl. Most recently my tofu was too tough to fully chew and put me off my meal. I also came in to order (usually I pick up) and saw the employees preparing my bowl but touching a screen with their gloved hands then touching food products so just a warning on the hygiene practices, probably won't kill you but it put me off ordering for a while. Sad because this was a go-to spot for me. read more

absolutely recommend this place!! great salads with lots of options. Service is usually ok. The ambiance is peaceful, you walk through a line and pick the ingredients on your salad as it's prepared . There's not a lot of parking , have a plan. read more

So bad I want to say 0 but I can't so I will say 1. The price is horrid I'm never ever coming back ever again Ï just spent the price of a tv just for some mast food never ever again mc Donald's has better food then this. Never trying to be healthy ever again. The bathroom is absolutely nasty like they've never cleaned it before. The server was horrible was very slow barley got a tip and threw a hissy fit about it read more

I LOVE THIS PLACE. My favorite casual salad/bowl place. I was visiting Columbus, OH for work and wanted something refreshing and healthy. They have so many unique options and pairing. You can easily assemble the bowls to your liking. I got the Southern bowl with mushroom added. I made some modifications but can't remember exactly. If I'm ever near a location that has Roots - I need to come back again! read more

Roots Natural Kitchen - The most amazing salad/rice bowls I've had. Mind blown. - Salad Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Goodness! I would have died to have such a delicious, fresh, and healthy vegetarian option on my college campus back in the day. Move over fast food and below standard microwavable meals, Roots Natural Kitchen is where it's at. So, let's be real. This fast-casual restaurant is right in the heart of OSU campus which means there is barely any parking, there's a good bit of construction going on, and it can be a little difficult getting to and from unless you're on foot. Once all that dust settles, the rest of the experience is top notch. The space is clean, there's indoor and outdoor seating, the staff was super friendly and the food was amazing. At Roots you can build your own bowl or select from one of the several precrafted options they have on their menu. You can also order off the menu and make adjustments if you'd like... And that's exactly what I did. I ordered the El Jefe which came with brown rice, kale, black beans, corn, red onions, avocado, pita chips, and feta. Instead of getting it with chicken I added the BBQ tofu. It also came with a cilantro lime dressing, fresh lime juice, and some hot sauce. The portion was enormous and it was so delicious, I did attempt to eat it all... Although I failed miserably. That just goes to show you how big the bowl was. You can order both takeout and delivery directly off Yelp so I'll definitely be returning. read more

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I'll be honest, my first time coming to Roots, I was not sold. I did a create your own bowl, and with so many ingredients to choose from, my bowl ended up being a hodgepodge of good ingredients that did not fit together- cheddar, carrots, egg, kale, sriracha and pesto! Moral of the story... I would recommend one of their signature bowls which already have the perfect combo of ingredients! When I was convinced to give Roots another shot, I got the Balboa, which comes with many things including brown rice, avocado, and feta. This bowl was excellent! I have since been back a few times with plans to return soon. The portions are large and filling but the ingredients are fresh and healthy so the meal is guilt free! With tons of indoor and outdoor seating, it's hard to pass up when walking along High Street. The only downside is the price; with this bowl being $13.75, unfortunately for many college kids, a little pricey to be a regular rotation. That being said, for fresh, tasty and healthy food, Roots is the place! read more

Roots Natural Kitchen - The Balboa - Salad Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Wow, such a great first experience at Roots! I ordered takeout here, it was ready on time, sitting on the side shelf. The staff was all really kind when I walked in, and the food is incredible. The chicken has the perfect flavor and tenderness to it. The rice is cooked perfectly. I could tell they cleaned their black beans. The corn was nicely roasted. The kale is chopped to a good size, the pita adds a great crunch, and they didn't skimp on the avocado. It was an expensive bowl, but it's a good amount of food. Highly recommend! read more

Roots Natural Kitchen - El jefe bowl. Delicious! It looks bland, but there are layers of goodness in here. They didn't skimp on the avo! - Salad Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Roots is one of my go-to places when I want to eat a lot but feel healthy. The food is delicious in my opinion (with so many options) and perfect if you are looking for a healthy, tasty, fast-casual setting! I typically make my own grain/salad bowls but they also have signature bowls to choose from. I have had Roots catered for a lunch work meeting, highly suggested. My only ding is that the prices have risen and it can get pricey quick, especially for a campus location, so definitely not a regular eating place for me. read more

Roots Natural Kitchen - Create Your Own Bowl - Salad Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Healthy bowls with great serving size of each add on and a variety of options to choose from. Protein options are good if you like chicken but no seafood or red meat is available. Service was fast and cordial. We did not eat there, got a takeout order, but ambiance is nice and big. read more

My friend and I came here around noon on a Thursday for lunch! Have been wanting to try this place for a long time. We just walked there from campus but parking would be a little difficult around there. The building was a lot bigger than I thought it was from the outside! A decent amount of seating and a nice feel inside! There was a little wait but not long! The menu has premade bowls and create your own. The premade bowls sounded very good but I decided to make my own. There were lots of fresh options that worked well together. Loved the cilantro lime sauce. The chicken wasn't my favorite but it was good and they gave a good portion. Pretty full after my meal! Would come back and try some other options! read more

Roots Natural Kitchen - Salad Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Delicious, fresh, food allergy and intolerance friendly menu. The servers are quick, kind, and knowledgeable. The restaurant is clean and very nice. I love this place and I've been recommending it to all of my friends. read more

Roots Natural Kitchen - Southern bowl but I substituted the cheese with sweet potatoes. It's an 11 out of 10 from me. - Salad Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

I normally love roots and have had many great salads from here. Today I ordered the kale Caesar salad and chose to add avocado to my bowl which is almost $2 extra just for that one addition. I got about halfway through my bowl when I realized there was no avocado. It was still delicious but I am slightly annoyed that I paid extra for something and didn't get it especially when the salads are already a bit pricey. read more

Roots Natural Kitchen - Pesto Caesar Salad - Salad Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

I love the options. The food is very filling and delicious. The service is fast and friendly. I liked the patio ambience at lunch time. read more

Roots Natural Kitchen - Build your own with tofu - Salad Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Love the clean organic taste!! Generous portions n quick delivery! Definitely gonna order again when am back in Columbus ! read more

Roots Natural Kitchen - Salad Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

I'm a salad bowl girl to my core. I love roots because the ingredients always taste so fresh. I love when I walk into the restaurant, and I can see them grilling up fresh chicken. I usually order roots online for pickup because of convenience. The portion sizes are amazing here, so I can usually eat my bowl for more than one meal. The servers are efficient, and the restaurant is bright and clean. read more

Roots Natural Kitchen - Salad Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Absolutely fantastic. I think any BYO place will be a hit on campus. It's the perfect concept for students who are in a hurry and on the go. Move over, chipotle, blaze, and bibibop there's a new sheriff in town called Roots. Not only is the food delicious, it's insanely healthy and super fresh. You can pick from one of the bowls curated by them or BYO. I tried the limited edition Lilo Hawaiian bowl and loved it. It was the perfect balance of spicy and sweet. I have nothing bad to say at all about this place. If anything I hope they bring more locations to town. Access isn't an issue for me personally but I know a lot of people who would want to try this but just hate campus. The area is full of construction and even when it's not, I'm not sure what parking will be like. For now I'd say take advantage of the free meters on Sunday and check this place out. You will not regret it. read more

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Downtown Columbus has been NEEDING a place like roots forever. There's not another "takeout" place like it within less than a half hour- my friends and I were all so excited to have a salad place nearby! When we tried roots we were even more excited because we knew it would become one of our go-to spots for dinner and lunch. The salads are huge, delicious, and fresh. I tried the southern but will definitely be building my own and trying the other combos in the future!! Def come here if you like Chopt or Sweetgreen, a similar vibe but even better ! read more

Roots Natural Kitchen - The southern - Salad Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Omg this place was amazing! Lots of great options to build your own bowl or enjoy one of their procreated bowl. All ingredients were fresh and lots of choices. Staff was helpful when deciding what build. They also have fresh juice. Lots of great indoor and outdoor seating. read more

Roots Natural Kitchen - Build your own - Salad Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Excellent! I was visiting the area, and I wanted to eat something healthy with lots of greens and fiber. I saw the menu online and decided to get the Tamari Bowl (substitute corn for jalapeno peppers). It didn't disappoint. Kale, brown rice, purple cabbage, carrots, roasted corn, easy red onions, baked tofu, and an amazing tamari dressing. I wish that I could eat here every day. INGREDIENTS Brown Rice, Kale, Roasted Broccoli, Red Onions, Pickled Carrots, Pickled Jalapeños, Red Cabbage, Toasted Almonds[N], Miso Ginger[S], Red Chili Miso Tofu[S] The Tamari's flavor comes from our miso ginger dressing. Tossed with light greens, lime-pickled carrots, sliced almonds, and roasted broccoli, and topped with sweet miso tofu, our Tamari is totally vegan. Perfect for our plant-based pals. read more

Great healthy food option and great portion sizes. You can choose to pick your own mix as well as adding your preferred protein. Good amount of available seating both inside and out. read more

I unfortunately discovered this spot the week I was moving from Ohio to Arizona but rest assured I went back 3x before leaving. The service and employees are top notch. Great healthy alternative food choice. read more

Service was fast and friendly, costs just as much as chipotle, bowl was great. Chicken was a bit tough but we were there late in the day.

I was blown away walking up to Roots with all of the changes at 15th and High (and really everywhere on campus since I was a student at OSU). I can tell you it's a vastly superior upgrade to the Jimmy Johns and whatever bro-y bar that used to be there. I would have loved cleaner eating options like this when I went to OSU, but your best bet at the time was basically Pita Pit (it got old sooo fast, the thought of it totally disgusts me now). Otherwise we were basically out of luck on quick, affordable healthy food back then. Upon entering, the interior of the space is clean and fresh with a wall of windows making the place feel very open and energized. The staff were also friendly and energizing! The first gal explained how the whole menu worked to us first-timers, and then they crafted away. I did a make-your-own, and it turned out just how I liked it. It's got a-- I wont say it, rhymes with bipotle- feel to it, but with a less specific cultural inspiration behind the menu. Several of their menu-listed bowls do have Tex Mex-oriented ingredients, but they also have autumn salad-style ingredients like beets, goat cheese, nuts, and different types of roasted grains. One of my dining partners even got a bbq tofu bowl which was served warm, so it's definitely a fusion of styles offered in that grab-and-go type of format. Now I'm a condiment girl, everything I eat is over-sauced. So needless to say, when a place has lots of sauce options, I have a hard time choosing. I ended up going back up to the counter to ask for a different type of dressing, and the girls working were so sweet, they suggested I just try all the best ones, so I did. They definitely went out of their way there, and it did not go unnoticed! I only ate half of my bowl and kept the rest for dinner later and it was just as good! read more

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My favorite place to eat I get mayweather or el jefe always taste so fresh. Also I got it to go and they give you so much food it last 2-3 meals for me read more

Roots Natural Kitchen - Nommy - Salad Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

So good!! Great addition to the community! I stopped here for a quick dinner and it did not disappoint. The staff was friendly and service was quick. I ordered the Tamari Salad bowl. It was very good and filling. Great vegetarian options as well! I would definitely come back!! read more

Roots Natural Kitchen - Tamari - Salad Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

They recently bumped up their prices and this place is no longer worth what they're charging. $13 for rice, chicken, cheese, and some carrots? Not worth it. It is good, but it's about average food and not worth $13. read more

I tried The Carlton. Overall it was good, but tasted like something I could make at home. I wish that they had more grill items, as chicken isn't my favorite. I also felt that the chicken was a little dry. I did appreciate the atmosphere, quick service, and having healthy options. read more

Roots Natural Kitchen - The Carlton (*Seasonal*) - Salad Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Excellent concept. Please open one off campus and staff it with adults. The format is perfect for folks with allergies, or for folks who are consciously avoiding the worst aspects of the SAD (Standard American Diet) aka gluten, industrial dairy, and soy. read more