Sharks Fish and Chicken

Stopped in for lunch on a recent roadtrip and had a great meal!…read more We were greeted warmly and seated promptly even though it was busy. Our waitress was super friendly and all the ball getting us water and drinks super fast and checking in all through the meal. We had the chicken and waffles - YUM! and the philly cheesesteak - teen approved - filling and delicious, sweet tea and lemonade. Charming rustic atmosphere, great service and great food!

An old warehouse building restored as a restaurant in downtown Columbus, with a cool modern vibe…read more Yummy range of meat and threes, burgers, sandwiches; everything homemade, which isn't easy to find these days. And the servers are happy and friendly, who want you to enjoy your time at the Black Cow. Refills? No problem!

Peach mule

Meatloaf, collard greens and mashed potatoes

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Exterior

The Animal Farm

4.7(204 reviews)

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Run, don't walk, to The Animal Farm in Columbus. I've had burgers across the country and this one…read moreearns a spot at the top -- juicy, perfectly cooked, everything a great burger should be. If you're anywhere near downtown Columbus, this needs to be your stop. The Old Fashioned was beautifully balanced, garnished with a gorgeous orange peel, and at $10 it's an absolute steal -- honestly, they could charge more and it'd still be worth it. My wife is vegetarian and had the pasta, which she loved just as much -- great sauce, feta, sunflower seeds for crunch. This place genuinely has something for everyone, carnivore or not. Add in a waiter who was on point the whole meal and that down-home Southern ambiance (exposed brick, string lights, the whole vibe), and you've got a restaurant that nails food, drinks, and atmosphere all at once. If you're looking for where to eat in Columbus, don't even think twice -- this is it.

Delicious! I was a…read morelittle thrown by the abrupt greeting of "do you have a reservation" immediately upon entering - sorry, don't live here, didn't know I needed one, I see loads of seats? But, other than that our actual wait person was awesome and the food top notch! The hot pimento crab dip is to die for and the Harlot Burger was a definite winner. We also very much enjoyed the banana pudding. Charming place, friendly service and great food...just wish the greeting was a bit more welcoming, still a 5 star experience.

Redfish. A light combo with a hint of pepper, cream sauce. Very yum.

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Banana Pudding

Jarfly

3.9(363 reviews)

4.2 mi

I would give Jarfly 9 stars if I could. We were on our way from a long day in a production…read morefacility in Eufaula, AL to Atlanta, GA with customers and we found Jarfly on Yelp and thought we would give it a try. So glad we did. The menu is eclectic with just about something for everyone. All our food came out quickly. It was well prepared, fresh and everyone really enjoyed their food. There is a great drink selection and the service was excellent. The bar has roll up garage doors down one side that open up to an outdoor seating area with a variety of seating options. Decor is bright and cheerful. If I lived around here, Jarfly would be high up on my list as far as places to go relax drink and eat!

Super delicious, cozy place! I'd love to go back! Good portions for the prices and very tasty!…read moreService was so quick and very sweet and polite. If I'm in the area again, I'll definitely be swinging by!

Pork belly taco

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Fig Fashioned (L) and First Rodeo

The Loft

4.4(282 reviews)

4.6 mi

The mango habanero ranch is to die for! The place has a…read morecool atmosphere, along with down town! We had a great time there!

If I can give them 6/5 stars, I would. We didn't have reservations. It was prom night, there were…read moreat least 3 conventions or competitions in town, and they made sure we still got seated/gave us options and a game plan to get us fed. We were seated within 15 mins of arrival. Everyone was so kind. Our table shared the shrimp cocktail, and I had the 2 filet medallions with green beans and cheesy grits. The food was delicious. I found the shrimp super flavorful. They are prepared by weight, not numbers, so the shrimp count is between 5-7. The cocktail sauce was tasty. I ordered my steak medium rare. It was just over that, but still so tasty, juicy, and tender. The grits were a stand out! They were so good that our table got an extra side to share. Our server, Addison was such a personality and knowledgeable about the menu. Her service convinced me that I could trust her with basically anything. We sat outside, so we never got further than the threshold so I can't say I know too much about the vibe inside. However, there was great people watching, GREAT food, and great company. All around, probably the best place we ate all weekend. Thank you Addison for making our dinner great!

Vegetable Eggrolls

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Darby's Patrol Base

4.4(14 reviews)

0.4 mi

Great omelet and tater tots! Fast service and friendly…read moreemployees! First time eating there on way to Ft. Benning museum.

I'm not sure how this restaurant has a 4.5. It is FILTHY with sticky table, dirty napkin dispenser…read morewith grease and dust. Some greasy spoons are incredible and I didn't want to rock the boat so we ordered. The app cam out with the meal. It looked over cooked but was ok. (Pretzel bites) My burger had nice crisp veggies but the meat was very low quality and had a sour taste. The first piece of potatoes was good but the 2nd piece had ketchup and the ketchup tasted old. My soldier ate his but I had trouble swallowing the one bite of burger. The server was very sweet but when asked how it is I sad "not good" and she didn't respond. She gave my son the bill and he paid it. But I can't believe she charged him for my terrible burger and ate one bite! Filthy, cheap meat that tastes sour! Stay away!

Airborne burner with runny egg, fries.

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Junior Darby burger with tots.

Gabagool

4.7(67 reviews)

4.8 mi

Came here on a Saturday night with my partner. No reservations so we grabbed a seat at the bar,…read morethis is the pro move. Richard (bartender) and Adrienne (our server) were fantastic. Both provided recommendations when ask and were extremely accommodating and personable. We ordered a bottle of the Grillo which was an excellent value and delicious white wine. I prefer Sauvignon Blanc and this did not disappoint. For dinner we tried the ravioli and meatball parm (Adrienne's recommendation) both were delicious! We have plenty of leftovers to last us. Ended the meal with house made absinthe (my partner swears it tasted like gummy bears) and limoncello. Do not sleep on Gabagool! Service was phenomenal, drinks were fun and food was delicious. We felt like we were at Nona's house!

The Pilsner, while possessing an undeniably appealing flavor profile, arrived at room…read moretemperature--a cardinal sin that dulled its crispness and muddled its intended nuances, leaving it tasting flatter than it deserved. In stark contrast, the Lemoncello Cheesecake Martini proved an absolute delight: rich, creamy, and lush with bright lemonade notes. Intensely satisfying and dangerously drinkable, one could happily indulge in a gallon of this velvety concoction. Service brought its own inconsistencies. Our waitress was pleasant and attentive, cheerfully assisting with menu navigation. However, requests for ice water were met repeatedly with room-temperature glasses, requiring multiple reminders that never quite resolved the issue. The menu itself presented a minor puzzle--the dessert section was absent, leaving us uncertain whether a separate dessert menu existed or if options had simply been overlooked. The appetizers shone brightly. The Fried Green Tomatoes arrived as a visually stunning plate (we had already dispatched two of the four slices before snapping a photo). The breading was on the heavier side yet carried solid flavor, while the accompanying sauces stole the show. The marinara was exceptional--deep, fresh, and layered with complexity; one could easily envision bottling it. The cream sauce provided a lovely counterpoint to the vibrant pesto, which surprised me (as a general pesto skeptic) with its balanced texture and multifaceted flavor profile. The Burrata and Charcuterie-style starter was equally successful. Featuring a generous bowl of creamy burrata, two varieties of sweet jam, assorted cured meats, and crusty bread, it invited creative assembly into custom crostini. This interactive element added an innovative, playful touch while delivering robust, harmonious flavors. Unfortunately, the main courses told a more mixed story. The Sausage and Broccolini pasta was a clear disappointment. Visually, it arrived swimming in excess grease that overwhelmed the palate from the first few bites onward and very muted tones. While the pasta was perfectly cooked, the broccolini retained a pleasant crunch, and the sausage offered good initial flavor and texture, the sheer quantity of oil coated everything, rendering subsequent tastes one-dimensional and heavy. In hindsight, the Shrimp Caprese might have been the wiser choice, though the menu's lack of portion detail gave pause. My husband's Chicken Parmesan fared better. The cutlet showed a darker presentation that stopped short of burnt, and while the visual appeal suffered slightly, the flavor delivered. The pasta was cooked beautifully with a well-balanced sauce portion, and the generous cutlet itself was tender and satisfying--a solid, classic execution. Overall, the meal had moments of real brilliance, particularly in the appetizers and that unforgettable martini, tempered by execution missteps in temperature control and richness management. A restaurant with clear potential, though one that would benefit from tighter attention to fundamentals.

Inside the restaurant

Mozzarella Sticks

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Caesar Salad

CC's Place

4.4(64 reviews)

0.3 mi

If you're looking for an old-school diner-style breakfast, CC's Place in Columbus, Georgia, is the…read moreplace to go. The food is freshly cooked, served hot, and downright delicious. It's located near the entrance to Fort Benning, making it a convenient stop for soldiers and anyone in the area. That part of Columbus sometimes gets a bad reputation, but CC's Place is a hidden gem that's well worth the visit. The customer service is amazing, and the staff is always friendly and happy to help explain the menu. I've tried several different items, and everything I've ordered has been really good. Most meals are served in to-go containers since many customers are grabbing breakfast on the way to work, but you can also enjoy your meal there. I believe they also take call-in orders, which makes it even more convenient. Overall, CC's Place serves a fantastic hometown breakfast with great food and outstanding service. It's a great way to start your day, and I'd definitely recommend giving it a try.

Yes . Its a hole in the wall. Yes its very simple. Prices were fair. Quality was ok. No dining…read morewares. Everything is in a to go container. Whether you dine in or not. Definitely a local favorite. They were very busy with take outs, so they are doing something right. Great if youre a single diner. Not good for anytime of group meals. But if you need a quick meal to pick up, call it in.

Good for nothing but the trash

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My review says it all Is simply trash

11th and Bay Southern Table

4.4(567 reviews)

4.7 mi

Best place to unwind with your girls. Good food good friends make the perfect end to a crazy week.read more

food amazing wait time not to bad…read morewaitress was amazing inside was really pretty best cheesecake I've ever tasted 100% recommend

Main Dining Room

Beef ragu

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Nonic Restaurant & Rooftop Bar

4.1(308 reviews)

4.7 mi

Food and cocktails were great, rooftop bar was too busy to get seated but downstairs was super cool…read moreas well. Fun vibes for sure. Yummy bread and honey butter, service was great!

Nonic is a great moody restaurant that provides great dinner and bar vibes. When I went we had the…read morecrab cakes and oysters and they were just okay, they tasted good but didn't really surprise me. We've been to both the restaurant and bar side. The rooftop bar is fun, we went for the World Cup games and there was plenty of seating and energy was great!

Lobby

Biscuits and jam (comes with five, we ate two).

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Happy hour old fashioned

Country's Barbecue

3.2(168 reviews)

4.5 mi

We stopped in on our traveling route and are so glad we did. What a busy place- but we were seated…read moreright away after the hostess greeted us with a great smile! Our server came right over and took our drink order. She was very friendly. My mom and I split the pulled pork platter and chose cabbage and mac n cheese with a cornbread muffin. We ordered water to drink. They serve it in quart jars! We also ordered kids chicken fingers for our pup in the car. She brought it out and we went ahead and opened it up so we could break it up to cool off. It smelled delicious so we ate a bite and man, it was DELICIOUS! It was crunchy and moist and made us think about getting it next time, because we definitely plan on coming back since we travel this way quite often. The place is decorated with cute country decor.

On Saturday, Aug.29, 2026 @ 5:15, I made the mistake of ordering a chicken livers dinner, only to…read morefind a long medal wire sticking out of one of the livers. There is no way this food had a quality assurance check completed. And to make matters worse, the livers were refried and had obviously been prepared much earlier and just refried because they were so hard. I was soooooo disappointed, and so was my daughter whom the dinner was for. Then, the cherry on top was the unapologetic "manager" who came to give a refund and never said one word to me. The carhop, bless her heart, showed more empathy and had better leadership and customer service skills than the manager who begrudgingly gave me a refund. The only reason I gave the serve 3-stars is because of the carhop's professionalism.

Festive Santa and Pig in the lobby.

Texas Style Brisket, Cornbread, Sweet Potato and Baked Beans.

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Cute decor

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Chris S.

10 years ago

This is by far the best place to eat if your on victory drive or ft benning. Even if your not it's well worth the drive. Staff is amazing and the food is to die for. read more

Dameon F.

10 years ago

I love the Philly Cheesesteak and Hot Wings Combo. Staff is very helpful and everything is cooked to order, so it's always hot and fresh !

Betty T.

11 years ago

I have eaten at Sharks several times, the food is always hot and fresh and taste great. Fast service and friendly staff.

Traci W.

10 years ago

Had an amazing dinner at Sharks on Victory Dr last night...the shrimp fried rice was the best I have ever had !

Chris F.

10 years ago

Best fish and chicken in Columbus the food is great really good flavor and it's always fresh

Troy J.

14 years ago

Best chicken liver plates in the world!

Linda A.

5 years ago

Excellent fried catfish. Best in town.

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