Columbus is a tiny city in Indiana that houses many stunning structures designed by architects like Richard Meier, Deborah Berke, and I.M. Pei. It also has a lively art scene and several excellent restaurants. If you want to explore more meals than the delicious ones prepared in your retirement community, check out this list of some of the best restaurants in Columbus, IN:
Henry Social Club
If you’re looking for a fancier night out on the town with pals from your retirement community or that special someone, head over to The Henry Social Club. This downtown restaurant was meticulously designed from top to bottom, including the delicious cuisine prepared by Chef Gethin Thomas and the Eames chairs and 1921 mirrors that decorate the inside. The current seasonal menu, available for dinner Tuesday through Saturday, includes standouts like the grilled New York strip steak with the delectable flavors of shallots, wild mushrooms, tarragon, watercress, roasted potatoes in duck fat, and tomato. It also includes the Caravaggio pizza with mascarpone, wild mushrooms, basil, parmesan, lemon, and garlic.
4th Street Bar & Grill
Go to 4th Street Bar & Grill if you want to know what it’s like to be a local. This popular neighborhood hangout, which opened in 1981, attracts family and friends for delectable meals, nice discussion, and refreshing beverages. Visitors may tuck into delectable dishes like the Korean BBQ Mahi Mahi with veggies and seasoned rice, wild mushrooms with grilled polenta, smoky bacon, American cheese, and other delicious dishes. Additionally, the menu includes small plates of soups, sandwiches, desserts, and salads. The restaurant is open from Monday through Sunday.
Apna Kitchen
Apna Kitchen should be on your list of restaurants to try if you’re seeking real Indian food. You’ll be welcomed by the amazing perfume of the unique spices used in their dishes as soon as you step into the spacious, inviting environment. The menu is extensive and offers a variety of dishes, including plates for vegans and vegetarians, starters, soup, poultry, entrées with meat and seafood, and Indo-Chinese delicacies. Before diving into a plate of lamb korma with a side of garlic naan, start your dinner with some vegan samosas. Along with fascinating drinks like the mango lassi, a variety of delectable sweets are also offered at this restaurant.
Tre Bicchieri
It’s not your typical Italian trattoria, yet Tre Bicchieri specializes in Italian cuisine. The culinary crew transforms traditional meals into something new and trendy. The menu offers everything from turkey piccata over fettuccini to stuffed portobello mushrooms and build-your-own pasta options. Additionally, the finest ingredients, if feasible, are sourced locally.
Addison Bakehouse
Addison Bakehouse is a quiet and welcoming café providing a range of fresh local fare in a comfortable setting. It is housed inside a gorgeous old brick building. The culinary staff prepares each dish from scratch using the finest ingredients available, and there are even bakers on-site who provide delectable sweets. Monday through Friday during lunch, Addison’s menu offers sandwiches and salads like mandarin oranges, feta cheese, Strawberry Fields Salad with spring mix, and caramelized walnuts, served along with grilled ciabatta.
Need assistance booking reservations at any of the restaurants? Our concierge services can help with that. Our senior living program also includes Connections Transportation which can get you to your preferred restaurant safely.