Originally from Columbus Underground While many restaurants have struggled over the past two years due to the pandemic, the social distancing and outdoor dining rules have actually boosted customer appeal of food trucks. And for the first time since 2014, we surveyed our readers in this year’s annual “Best of 2021” poll and their top 10 food trucks can […] The article The Top 10 Columbus Food Trucks of 2021 appeared first on Columbus Underground ..read more

Originally from Columbus Underground Ropa Vieja can be translated as “old clothes” . . . which is not the most appetizing name for Havana Mia’s tasty masterpiece. The name is a traditional one, though, and the internet says Ropa Vieja is the National Dish of Cuba. Some things go better untranslated. For the purposes of this discussion, Ropa Vieja is slow-cooked, […] The article Short Order: Ropa Vieja at Havana Mia appeared first on Columbus Underground ..read more

Originally from Columbus Underground AJ’s Birria Tacos is a food truck that could set up shop anywhere. That’s how food trucks work; they’re mobile. So, you might expect it to set up camp near some sort of local hotspot, a place with lots of people. Perhaps a busy metro office park, or an outdoor festival or market.  But instead, AJ’s […] The article Short Order: AJ’s Quesabirria appeared first on Columbus Underground ..read more

Originally from Columbus Underground Seitan’s Realm followers now have a place to gather. The vegan food truck with the ultimate tongue-in-cheek name is making things permanent with a brick-and-mortar in Clintonville. For the uninitiated, seitan is a versatile vegan protein primarily made of wheat gluten. Owner Kevin Ridenbaugh was aiming for a stand-out name when he and his wife […] The article Seitan’s Realm Bringing New Vegan Restaurant to Clintonville appeared first on Columbus Underground ..read more

Originally from Columbus Underground Dining and drinking in Central Ohio may look a bit different as restrictions remain in place due to the coronavirus, however that hasn’t kept a few new spots from popping up and others from pivoting to find new ways to move forward. Read on for more food news! Afra Grill Opens on Morse Road Blending […] The article Bites & Sips: Afra Grill, Gogibop Open, Changes for Flowers & Bread and More appeared first on Columbus Underground ..read more

Originally from Columbus Underground Nocterra Brewing in Powell has found itself a permanent food truck. Ray Ray’s Hog Pit will open at 41 Depot St. four nights a week starting Saturday, May 16. “I feel I can open this new location in good faith during the pandemic because the demand is there,” says Ray Ray’s Owner James Anderson. “Folks […] The article Ray Ray’s Opening Fourth Location in Powell appeared first on Columbus Underground ..read more

Originally from Columbus Underground The response to the Coronavirus has forced Central Ohio’s restaurants, breweries, food trucks and other eats-based businesses to get creative. Ohio’s bars and restaurants closed to dine-in patrons as of 9 p.m. on Sunday, March 15, leaving locations the option of closing for the duration, or shifting their business models to carryout and delivery. A […] The article Central Ohio Food-Based Businesses Get Creative in Response to Pandemic appeared first on Columbus Underground ..read more

Originally from Columbus Underground Donuts and bourbon and awards! Oh my! Bites & Sips keeps you updated on tidbits of news from the world of imbibing and dining in Central Ohio. From openings to bottle releases, and the holy grail of culinary awards, read on to find what and where to eat and drink in Columbus. Dragon Donuts Debuts […] The article Bites & Sips: Dragon Donuts, James Beard Awards, Bourbon & More appeared first on Columbus Underground ..read more

Seitan’s Realm followers now have a place to gather. The vegan food truck with the ultimate tongue-in-cheek name is making things permanent with a brick-and-mortar in Clintonville. For the uninitiated, seitan is a versatile vegan protein primarily made of wheat gluten. Owner Kevin Ridenbaugh was aiming for a stand-out name when he and his wife […] The post Seitan’s Realm Bringing New Vegan Restaurant to Clintonville appeared first on ColumbusUnderground.com ..read more

Dining and drinking in Central Ohio may look a bit different as restrictions remain in place due to the coronavirus, however that hasn’t kept a few new spots from popping up and others from pivoting to find new ways to move forward. Read on for more food news! Afra Grill Opens on Morse Road Blending […] The post Bites & Sips: Afra Grill, Gogibop Open, Changes for Flowers & Bread and More appeared first on ColumbusUnderground.com ..read more