Unfortunately my college years were up at bowling green and not at Ohio State. So what I had occasion to be in Columbus to pick up a car my buddy says to me you got to go to this place has been around since prohibition. Naturally he has never steered me wrong before so we decided to stop in there for lunch this place was in an area known as Germantown and it's about as cool as cool could be. There was a light rain, leaves were falling and football was being played. Needless to say parking was at a premium even four miles south of the University. it was not that busy and we were seated immediately. seeing as how we had a 2 and 1/2 hour drive back home we did not partake in beer however our diet Cokes were flawless LOL. I'm a sucker for french dip sandwiches and immediately I saw it and I knew I was going to order it however they did have a meatloaf sandwich that look the bomb. My wife ordered a pork quesadilla. Within about 10 minutes our food arrived and even though it wasn't much of a wait it was totally worth the wait. I'm not a big fan of mushrooms but this French dip came with plenty of cheese and onion enough to allow me to skip dinner. My au jus was a perfectly adequate amount for dipping and for ten bucks I couldn't have asked for a better lunch. Really good portion of fries as well. read more

Cool place, been here occasionally through the years. Get drinks and apps be my recommendation- food was not great - special chicken mushroom sauce- sauce good chicken super hard over done - baked Mac dry and odd consistency- fish chips poor . Really loved this place but food no so much anymore- service and people were really great - just can't recommend any more read more

The Old Mohawk - American Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Great food, and great service. The turtle soup was really good as well as the sweet potatoes tater tots. read more

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I'd been wanting to try The Old Mohawk for years! I used to work at Nationwide Children's so this was close by. I feel like my coworkers and I used to talk about going but never made it. Fast forward about 5 years and I was looking for a bite to eat in German Village. My friend recommended the Mohawk and we headed over! As we walked in on a Monday night, the place was packed! We had to have gotten the last table in the house. I loved the down to Earth feel of this place. Very homey, local vibe. I actually feel like it may be where Max & Erma's got its "birth" as it had kind of a Max &Erma's OG feel to it. Our waitress was super nice and attentive, joked around with us a lot. I really appreciated her friendliness and attentive service! I was starving so very quickly ordered the burger and fries. My food came out quickly and as much as I want to give this place 4 stars, the burger made it an average 3. It just was okay. I felt like the patty meat was very compact. I like it tender, juicier, leaner (think Rusty Bucket burger). I also felt like the patty and the fries weren't really seasoned well. Either way, I was starving so I was a proud member of the Clean Plate Club! However, the burger was very average as were the fries. I'd definitely want to get back to try something else. My friend got the reuben and he said it was great. I might try that when I go back! Until then, it's a solid "a-ok" rating from me! read more

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This restaurant is reliable! I've been here several times and the food is always consistently satisfying -- both for dine in and take out. I normally get the beef dip sandwich, but this time opted for something different .. the chicken salad and roast beef sandwich. Believe it or not, it was really good. My family liked their meals, also. The restaurant style isn't modern. However, the atmosphere is cozy and inviting. The same people have been working there for a long time it seems like. Plus, the menu has a large variety. Overall, if you want a comforting meal from a local establishment, this is the place to go! read more

Stopped in by chance when the other restaurant we were going to had a long wait. Started off with the chicken and wild rice soup. It was very good. I then had the French dip with french fries. Very salty dip. Fries were average. Great vibe. Food was very fast. read more

Came here for lunch on a Tuesday. The bartender was very helpful with suggestions of places to go to. The food was great too. If you're in the German village check this place out. read more

The Old Mohawk - American Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

I can't believe I've never tried this place until now! I walk by it all the time so I finally decided to go for lunch this week. It was such a cute place. The interior decor was so neat in the old building and the vibe was really nice. The employees were super friendly and greeted everyone and each other as old friends. When we went for lunch it was very busy but we got seated right away. Our server was very good and prompt despite being very busy. We ordered and got our food quickly. It was cooked perfectly and tasted great. I will definitely be back! read more

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We finally tried this neighborhood staple and frankly, I don't understand how this place is always full and has such high ratings. Nothing we ate was fresh - I suspected as much just looking at the giant menu. So I ordered the soup of the day (Italian wedding) hoping it would be made fresh. The soup tasted and looked exactly like the one in the jar I have in my pantry. Because the menu was so big, I ordered the nachos, after all, what could go wrong? Well, the chips come on a side plate (store bought, but fine) and the nachos topping is a giant bowl of 'cilli' which looked very much like the three beans cans you get at Kroger mixed with store bought salsa (the cheap kind) and taco seasoning. The cheese was broiled on top with raw bell peppers and onions which were not done when the cheese was melted. I guess the good thing is that the side salad used the fancy lettuce mix instead of romaine? Of course, the salad dressing was store bought too. The interior is old, tables have plastic 'table cloth' on them and the carpet needs to be replaced. That said, our server was lovely and made us feel welcomed and cared for. The food, however, is nothing to come back for. read more

Went to the Old Mohawk for lunch with a couple friends on a Saturday. The place was busy even for lunch which made the atmosphere lively and fun. Service was friendly and speedy. Decent draft beer list. Their food menu is extensive so anyone in your party can find something good. We started off with the sweet potato tots, delicious. And then I opted for some comfort food with a grilled cheese with bacon on it. So good!! A classic establishment and will definitely be back. read more

Food is usually good. But server totally tried to ignore us. Could be because we're not old white men. :-)

The exposed brick walls add to the warmth and charm here at The Old Mohawk. One of Columbus' oldest eateries combines a blend of laid back cool and hustle and bustle in the heart of German Village. This is the place to come for great comfort food. The menu is pretty extensive with the added plus that their vegetarian items are well marked. Don't worry, there's something here for everyone. When you ask the servers for recommendations they will tell you to try the turtle soup, meatloaf, bratwurst sandwich, potato cakes or even the infamous Mother Mohawk sandwich, which is a curious pairing of cold chicken salad and grilled roast beef served on marbled rye. They say it's very good. I haven't had it so I'll just trust them on that. I usually just go with the Pesto Chicken Sandwich ($9.79) and sub some of their wonderful Onion Rings (+$1.59) instead of chips. This is a great place to hang out with friends for some happy hour brews and appetizers or a full on, casual dinner. It's a chill place and if you asked me, I'd tell you that you should have this on your list of Columbus restaurants to check out sometime. 4 Stars for a long standing Columbus Classic. read more

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Yesterday on our walk home, we decided to skip cooking and dishes, and pickup food from the old Mohawk. It's right down the street from us in German Village and couldn't be easier to visit. They were super fast at making our food, and ordering via phone was simple and easy. They have online ordering as well! Their inside is setup well for a covid-friendly dining experience, with tables spaced out and dividers between areas. I ordered the beef stew, and I think maybe that's a meal better eaten in the restaurant. It comes in a bread bowl, and was sent home in separate containers to protect the bread which was nice! It was a fine beef stew, but not one I'd order again, unfortunately. My husband ordered the meatloaf and it was also just okay. We were so happy to support local and will definitely give them a try again, we'll just look to order different items. read more

Door Dash review: I ordered the smoked gouda bacon bits and the rueben sandwich. Sometimes when ordering delivery the food is luke warm by the time it gets to it's destination. Surprisingly the gouda bites were still really hot by the time they came. This is an appetizer dish that is meant to be shared. The rich melty cheese is packed with flavor and the dish is really filling on it's own. The rueben was a bit small for the price and comes with potato chips and a pickle. Any of their other sides is an up charge. Usually I order a dessert as well, but there was none offered on the Door Dash menu. Over all the food was good. read more

A German Village icon, a Columbus icon, the Mohawk has held up well. GV used to be my neighborhood, and I came here once in awhile. That was, jeez, more than 20 years ago. It is as good as I remembered; heck, better. Met some friends here for lunch; noon on Sunday it was just starting to get busy, so we got right in. Service was excellent, start to finish. The menu is generally comfort food, very well done, but there are a few surprises. I had a cup of turtle soup- thick broth, kind of like mom's beef vegetable soup but with shreds of turtle. Which doesn't taste like chicken. Maybe pork is the closest? Anyway, meaty, tasty, satisfying soup. I also had a seasonal special, artichoke beignets. Because why not? They were deep fried nuggets of deliciousness, with bits of artichoke inside (veggies, so healthy, right?) There was creamy cheese inside, just enough to balance the crispy crust, and a nice but unnecessary dipping sauce. A good "light" lunch overall. My friends had reubens, which they said were good, and a grilled cheese, which sounded "okay, not great." (I pointed him toward Melt, as a starting point.) There's a nice wine list, an okay beer selection, and prices in general are decent. It was a bit noisy with loud music and conversation, but still a good experience. The building is interesting, of course. Parking wasn't bad on Sunday, but it is GV so it could be an issue. read more

I started dining at The Old Mohawk back when I was in law school. I revisited over the weekend and felt that it was time for me to write a Yelp review. The Old Mohawk has been in the German Village neighborhood for years and is rich with history. The building is old but warm and has an atmosphere that embraces you when you walk in. The menu is filled with items of intrigue. I always find it hard to select a meal here because there is a lot to choose from. On my most recent visit, I had the spinach and artichoke dip which was delicious as well as the beef stew in a bread bowl. The stew itself is delicious but I was not a fan of the bread bowl. It was a wheat bread bowl and the sweet flavor of the bread was not a good balance for the stew. That being said, the stew was so good that it really is hard to complain. I wanted to try the turtle soup but my boyfriend was deeply disturbed by the idea that the turtles may be kept in a mud pit in the basement (as it says on the menu) and so I refrained. He had the quesadilla and the sweet potato tots and he appeared to enjoy them. They also have a nice drink menu. They have a lot of options and the drinks are well prepared. The service is great. We did wait a while for our table but it was also the weekend of the Arnold Classic and it is a sign that the restaurant is wildly popular. Our server was very informative and friendly. He made recommendations and prepared us for the fact that the kitchen was running a little slow due to the heavy traffic in the restaurant. We had a really nice time and I am sure we will back again soon. read more

I was in town on a job. I found The Old Mohawk to be close to my hotel and had good reviews. It did not disappoint. I ended up going 2 times! First night I had the 1/2 Reuben, the world famous French Onion Soup and a 1/2 Caesar salad. The Caesar was huge and had sliced Parmesan on it, not the shaker stuff. It was all good, but the Corned Beef was slightly dry. Second night I had the lasagna. Man, what a mountain of food. The meat sauce was devine and I didn't think I would ever say this about lasagna, but the sauce outweighed the pasta. John was a very nice bartender/waiter/server. We struck up a conversation quite easily. The inside of this old building is awesome. You can feel the history. It sits on a corner in a neighborhood so parking is limited, but I didn't have a problem getting a parking spot either night. If you are local and don't go here - you should. If you are visiting, do yourself a favor and go. read more

This was my first time here, my daughter and I had lunch here. It seem like a very popular place . The Mohawk has been there forever . It's very casual and the food was good. I tried the turtle soup which was more like a stew but good . This is located in the German village area read more

Great little neighborhood spot, the food was good and the beer selection was solid. I had the blue burger and my daughter had the crustless pizza. In addition to great ambience and food, the service was very friendly and prompt. read more

Tried it again before we hit the road. Still a awesome local restaurant. Had the fish sandwich was huge and very hot and my wife got the Santa Fe beef quesadilla. Very good restaurant and was only about 5 house from our Air B&B. read more

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I went on a double date with my girlfriend and one of her co-workers during Restaurant Week. One tidbit the server brought up that I thought was worth mention was that their draft beer lines are metal (maybe stainless steel, I guess I wasn't paying too much attention). This allows them to clean them out easier so they do about every other week. On to the meals, my girlfriend ordered the chicken and cheese quesadilla. The other girl ordered the 7oz sirloin MW off the prix fixe menu that came with steamed veggies and another side. The guy ordered the same steak Med. I asked for the server's opinion on the three entree items on the prix fixe menu. The choices were crab cakes, sirloin or mushroom ravioli. He said, "I don't have anything bad to say about any of them. Normally I try to have at least a pro and a con in mind for every menu item but all three look really good tonight". I decided to go with the ravioli since 2 sirloins were already ordered and crab cakes can be pretty hit or miss for a guy that's not a big fan of mayo. The restaurant week menu came with a choice from 1 of 2 salads or a beef and cabbage soup and 1 of 2 desserts. I went with the spinach salad and the Buckeye dessert. After I finished ordering my girlfriend asked for an opinion on the Fish n chips. The server was a little hesitant but he finally came out with the fact that the quesadilla was just chicken and cheese in a tortilla and the fish n chips was the choice to go with so she switched it up. The spinach salad was pretty standard; spinach, bacon, shredded cheese and hard boiled eggs. The warm bacon vinaigrette the salad came with was really good (my girlfriend ended up asking if she could buy some and apparently it's Marzetti's). The mushroom ravioli was a pretty good portion. The flavor was good and it was served in a pesto sauce with some toasted wedges of bread. The MW sirloin came out closer to MR. She didn't send it back but if you ask me I'd rather it come out under cooked as opposed to a hockey puck. It sounded like the steamed veggies could have used some salt/seasoning. The fish n chips was a huge portion. I bet there was a full pound of fish with the steak fries and Cole slaw. The buckeye dessert was pecan crust filled with a layer of peanut butter mousse, topped with a layer of chocolate mousse, topped with whip cream and chocolate drizzle. I don't usually do sweet, especially not chocolate. The mousses were lite enough so the 3 bites I got to have after my girlfriend ate most of it were pretty good. read more

This place was so busy and crowded and Im so glad I waited..while in Ohio for the weekend and visiting German Village, I looked up this restaurant and it has pretty good reviews, and it is all true. Definitely the kind of place you want to stand in line for! I had 2 of the honey wheat beers while waiting for lunch and my friends also had some brew, our waitress Julie was quick and always attentive. My awesome lunch was the pesto chicken sandwich with chips & pickle..I choose this because Im a pesto fan, And WOW! What a great sandwich, tasty not dry, 5 stars..my friends also had buffalo chi ken sandwich and the roast beef mohawk and everyone loved their meal.. I cant wait to xome back here. Bravo read more

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Stopped in while walking around the village, they had a pretty open menu with a variety of apps and sandwiches. Such a cute place! read more

The Old Mohawk - American Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

I had a lunch meeting scheduled for work and The Old Mohawk was the requested meet up spot. No complaints here, I'm always up for trying something new! Before arrival I checked the menu out on Yelp, along with photos and everything, this was to make sure I was prepared and I wouldn't take too long ordering. It was a mid-week, mid-day lunch and while it was really busy, I easily found parking on the street out front and got a table right away. Our waitress was friendly and brought waters out right away. She regularly checked in on us and happily split the bill at the end of our stay. When it comes to food, their menu is huge! They also had several vegetarian options, which is surprising for an old traditional spot like this. In the end I ordered the caeser salad and I added salmon. Basic Betty over here! It was your typical caesar salad with romaine lettuce, croutons, Parmesan cheese, and caeser dressing. It was pretty basic, nothing too exciting about it. The salmon was a little bland and I finished maybe half of it. There's no doubt that this is a go-to neighborhood spot. That was made clear when I arrive to a big lunch crowd! It's been around forever and it shows. The interior is decorated with all kinds of art; they even have your classic stained glass light fixtures! While I didn't drink during my lunch visit, I did see that they have a large bar. Total "Cheers" vibe, no doubt. I imagine there will be a time that a visit again and I'll be sure to explore the menu more then. Overall, nothing stood out as extraordinary but nothing was absolutely terrible, pretty basic spot. read more

Haven't been back to Columbus for over a decade and I had time to go to some of my old haunts. First choice? The Old Mohawk for turtle soup. LOVE IT! Memories flooded in walking through the door... the rustic local feel; great central bar and casual yet friendly and attentive service. It all makes the soup taste even better. With lots of choices to eat in Columbus/German Village--- everyone needs to make the trip to the Mohawk.... it's just plain Mo' good!!! read more

The Old Mohawk - Turtle soup with grilled cheese. - American Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

The food here is wonderful, our server was kind enough to tell us the history of the old Mohawk name when we asked and we all enjoyed our meals! read more

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I loved the neighborhood and the ambiance of The Old Mohawk. Our waitress was helpful and attentive. I got the Mother Mohawk since it was a signature item. Wow. It's sounds crazy but it was really good. Also got an Old Fashioned that was well made. We also got sweet potato tots for the table - so good and the dipping sauce was also great. My daughter got the Mac and cheese and she said it was bland. I would take that with a grain of salt because she is used to easy mac and is a salt addict read more

We tried their turtle soup, it was good the broth was flavorful. We also had their Mexican Cobb and the Spinach salad with the warm bacon dressing which unique and tasty. read more

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I really liked this place. It's super cozy and obviously full of regulars. Service is friendly and fast, and the food was delicious. Parking is a challenge, but it's German Village ‍ read more

The Old Mohawk - Fish sandwich - American Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Nice place that matches the ascetic of the area. They have a sizeable menu with a neighborhood atmosphere. Staff was very nice. I ordered the wings and aside from the size they were actually pretty good. They had a nice crunch to them that improved the eating experience. For the price though the should have been way larger or more than 7. Had that been the case I'd have given them five stars Maybe it was just the night I went but my friend also got wings and they were also bite size. So if you're hungry I'd order something else. read more

Love this place. I have been coming here since the 80's and will continue to do so. Yes, CBus has so many new, amazing restaurants that offer incredible things. However, it is nice to know you can always count on one of the landmark neighborhood spots. Great menu options, very good service, one of the better old school bar areas, and probably the best sandwich on the planet, The Mother Mohawk. read more

The Old Mohawk - American Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

We stopped here on a whim. We are sooo glad we did. Down the street from Schmidt's sausage haus. We walked in greeted with smiles. Sat at the bar. Ordered the Mohawk sandwich (I forget the name ). It had chicken salad and roast beef on marble rye. My girlfriend had the bratwurst sandwich. Both were amazing. Our bartenders were friendly. They made great drinks. Busy but not crowded. Fun atmosphere. Love their back story of the restaurant. read more

I thoroughly enjoyed my lunch with friends at The Old Mohawk. The owner/manager did a fantastic job of ensuring cleanliness and safety protocols were in place while still maintaining a welcoming atmosphere. The fried pickle rounds were a delicious way to start the meal. The Mother Mohawk sandwich was memorable, unique, filling, and tasty. The horseradish sauce on the side complemented the sandwich well and wasn't overpowering. The Mohawk Turtle soup was reminiscent of a homemade, comforting, vegetable soup. The fries were thin, hot, and crispy. Heather was an awesome server and was attentive to our needs. The Old Mohawk provided my group with a nice place to relax and delicious meal to fuel our day in German Village. read more

The Old Mohawk - Half Mother Mohawk Sandwich and a bowl of Mohawk Turtle Soup - American Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

When you are in Columbus Ohio on and Ohio State football game day locating a restaurant to seat six can be a challenge. We were fortunate enough to locate the old mohawk via multiple searches. We were able to get seated easily at 6PM although when we left closer to eight there was a long line. They don't take reservations or hold tables so walking in and getting lucky was in our favor. The menu was diverse, something for everyone in our group with some twists. My Husband ordered turtle soup. I honestly can't say I had ever seen that on any other menu. he decided to try it and he sure was glad he did he said it was absolutely delicious. I ordered a tomato basil soup and while it wasn't what I was used to it's still had a hearty and good flavor. The smoked chicken ravioli was a hit with 2 at our table as was the hummus plate with chicken added and the veggie wrap. I ordered a taco salad and it was probably the disappointment of the table. The shell was crispy but taste was lacking. The taco meat had no flavor and the accompanying salsa was very bland. Based on overall feelings everyone enjoyed their meals, so I would return and order differently. Great Little historical building and server was pleasant. read more

The Old Mohawk - American Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

We traveled in town for a concert. I LOVE PLACES LIKE THIS. It was clean, great service, unique food. The price was right for what we received. I won't lie looking online the menu looked all over the place, we didn't know if it was a diner or what. Try the turtle soup, it was just like a hearty vegetable soup but I love trying new things. And the ever so odd Mother Mohawk sandwich was surprisingly delicious. The horse radish sauce was full of flavor and who would've thought mixing chicken salad and roast beef would be tasty. read more

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I visited The Old Mohawk for the first time in about 15 years and it's remained unchanged from what I remember which is a good thing. The restaurant is in an old building and feels upscale and a dive at the same time which is cool. I ordered the fish and chips this time. It came with two massive pieces of fish and some thick cut fries. The fish tasted slightly above average for good restaurants, and the novelty of the larger pieces took the joy up a notch. The wife ordered the mother Mohawk. She liked the combo of roast beef and chicken salad. The Mohawk was a cool local place to revisit. read more

The Old Mohawk - American Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

3 Star, but not in a bad way! We were looking for a new place to try for lunch and after a quick yelp check, wandered down to Old Mohawk for a little food. I had their signature turtle soup and my companion had vegetable soup. The service was efficient and friendly, and while do did not partake, I appreciated the option for beer on a Sunday, but it is your corner pub. The turtle soup was only ok...watery, over cooked meat, over cooked vegetables and small portion (a cup, but still, for price to value...). I think I might come back again if I'm in the area, but I wouldn't hunt it down for a specific visit. So 3 stars.... A-Ok. read more

I lived across the street for years and this was my regular dinner, drinks, date nights, dinner w/ friends - spot. Moved away years ago. I've continued to stop in over the years. The last three times have been pretty bad. My meals have been cold. Not just 'sat too long cold', but 'frozen in the center' or still chilled cold. The outside barely warm. Definitely not fresh from the oven warmth, which I wouldn't expect - but not low microwave temp. These were meatloaf twice and lasagna last time. It's lost it's charm for me and with consistently poor food and mediocre service, it's no longer worth the effort. I like supporting local, but it should be worth the expense. read more

Had a great dining experience here. Meatloaf normally isn't something I'd get off the menu, I took a chance and it was really good. Also had a chicken avocado salad and it was very tasty. Chicken seasoned just right, so flavorful and tender. Hubby had the fish sandwich, basic but it was good & meaty fish. read more

I loved this place. I was always on the search for the best turkey Reuben sandwich and this was it. I came recently and they completely changed the turkey. So disappointed. Otherwise great neighborhood place with a great atmosphere. Gouda mac n cheese bites are still amazing. read more