Restaurants and dining near Ohio Theatre - Columbus

How to use this dining guide for Ohio Theatre - Columbus

Ohio Theatre - Columbus sits on East State Street across from Capitol Square, with a dense cluster of restaurants, coffee shops, and bars in the surrounding downtown blocks. This guide focuses on named spots within an easy walk so you can decide where to eat or grab a drink before or after your event.

Distances listed are approximate walking distances from the theatre. Details like opening hours, menus, and reservation options are not provided here and should be checked directly with each place before you go.

Very close options within about 1–2 minutes on foot

If you want to stay right by the theatre, several spots sit roughly a block or less away. These are useful if you are meeting a group nearby or prefer to keep your walk short around showtime.

• Market 65

  About 60 m from the theatre on East State Street; a catering-focused restaurant space very close to Capitol Square.

• Starbucks (75 East State Street)

  Roughly 100 m away along East State Street; a coffee shop option for drinks and light cafe items.

• Condado Tacos

  Around 110 m away on South High Street; a Mexican restaurant close to the Statehouse and theatre.

• Spaghetti Warehouse

  About 140 m from the theatre on South High Street; an Italian restaurant within a short walk.

• Ho Toy

  Roughly 150 m away on West State Street; a Chinese restaurant near the Statehouse.

• Parable

  Around 165 m from the theatre on South High Street; a cafe-style spot within a few minutes’ walk.

Restaurants within roughly 250–300 m of the theatre

A slightly wider radius around Ohio Theatre - Columbus adds more sit-down restaurants and bars along South High Street and nearby blocks. These are still comfortably walkable while giving you more choice in cuisine and setting.

• Nosh on High

  About 225 m away on South High Street; a restaurant option a short walk south of the theatre.

• Pizza Rustica

  Roughly 240 m from the theatre on South High Street; a pizza-focused restaurant north of Capitol Square.

• Tio's Tacos & Tequila

  Around 260 m away on South High Street; a Mexican restaurant within a few blocks of the venue.

• Cinco

  About 270 m from the theatre at 1 South High Street; another nearby Mexican restaurant along High Street.

• Tim Hortons (2 East Broad Street)

  Roughly 290 m away toward Broad Street; a cafe and coffee shop option north of the theatre.

• The Goat at RiverSouth

  Around 295 m away on South High Street; a restaurant located in the RiverSouth area south of the venue.

Additional cafes, diners, and quick bites a short walk away

Beyond the closest blocks, downtown Columbus offers more coffee, deli, and diner-style options that are still within a comfortable walk from Ohio Theatre - Columbus. These can work well if places nearest the theatre feel busy or if you are already exploring the surrounding streets.

• Starbucks (88 East Broad Street)

  About 310 m north of the theatre on East Broad Street; a second nearby Starbucks location.

• Danny's Deli

  Roughly 315 m away on West Broad Street; a deli-style restaurant west of Capitol Square.

• Ringside Cafe

  Around 320 m from the theatre on North Pearl Street; a restaurant tucked just off Broad Street.

• Oh Pizza & Brew

  Approximately 325 m away on East Broad Street; a pizza restaurant that also serves drinks.

• Alley Burger

  About 330 m away on East Lynn Street; a burger-focused restaurant north of the venue.

• Jacks Downtown Diner

  Roughly 345 m from the theatre on East Lynn Street; a downtown diner within walking distance.

More variety within a 350 m walk

If you do not mind a slightly longer but still easy walk, you can reach additional restaurants that broaden your choices, including Peruvian cuisine and other downtown spots near Broad Street and Lynn Street.

• Sí Señor

  Around 350 m from the theatre on East Lynn Street; a Peruvian restaurant north of Capitol Square.

• Lexi’s on Third

  Roughly 350 m away on East Broad Street; a restaurant located along one of downtown’s main east–west corridors.

Planning your meal around showtime

With many restaurants clustered within about 350 m of Ohio Theatre - Columbus, you can realistically plan to walk to dinner and then continue on foot to the theatre. Because this guide does not include live information on opening hours, peak times, or reservation policies, it is important to confirm directly with any restaurant you are considering.

If you are attending a popular evening performance, check whether your preferred spot accepts reservations, what time their kitchen operates, and how long they estimate for service so you can arrive at the theatre comfortably before the curtain. For earlier matinees or weekday shows, you may also want to confirm that a restaurant is open at the time you expect to eat, since some downtown locations focus on particular meal periods.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the closest places to eat near Ohio Theatre - Columbus?

Several restaurants and cafes are within roughly 150–170 m of Ohio Theatre - Columbus. Market 65 on East State Street is about 60 m away, while Starbucks at 75 East State Street is around 100 m from the venue. Condado Tacos and Spaghetti Warehouse on South High Street are each within about 140 m, and Ho Toy on West State Street and Parable on South High Street are also a short walk from the theatre. All of these are close enough that you can walk to the show after your meal in just a few minutes. You should confirm current hours and any reservation options directly with each location.

Is there Mexican food within walking distance of Ohio Theatre - Columbus?

Yes. Condado Tacos on South High Street is roughly 110 m from Ohio Theatre - Columbus. A bit farther down South High Street, Tio's Tacos & Tequila is about 260 m away, and Cinco at 1 South High Street is around 270 m from the venue. All three are walkable from the theatre, so you can choose based on your preferred setting and how far you want to walk. Be sure to check each restaurant’s current hours and any reservation details directly.

Can I get coffee or a light snack near Ohio Theatre - Columbus before a show?

There are multiple coffee and cafe options within walking distance of Ohio Theatre - Columbus. Starbucks at 75 East State Street is about 100 m from the theatre, and another Starbucks at 88 East Broad Street is roughly 310 m away. Parable on South High Street, about 165 m from the venue, and Tim Hortons at 2 East Broad Street, around 290 m away, also provide cafe-style choices. Because hours can change, especially on evenings and weekends, check directly with the location you plan to visit.

Are there pizza places close to Ohio Theatre - Columbus?

Yes. Pizza Rustica on South High Street is about 240 m from Ohio Theatre - Columbus and focuses on pizza. Oh Pizza & Brew on East Broad Street is roughly 325 m away and also serves pizza along with drinks. Both are walkable from the venue. Since this guide does not include live information on hours or ordering options, verify details directly with the restaurant before your visit.

Is there international cuisine near the theatre, beyond Italian and Mexican?

In addition to Italian and Mexican spots, Ho Toy on West State Street is a Chinese restaurant about 150 m from Ohio Theatre - Columbus. Sí Señor on East Lynn Street, roughly 350 m away, offers Peruvian cuisine. These, along with other nearby restaurants, give you a range of international choices within an easy walk. Check each restaurant’s current hours and offerings directly, as they are not listed here.

How should I choose where to eat before a show at Ohio Theatre - Columbus?

Start with how far you want to walk and what type of food you prefer. If staying very close to the theatre matters most, look at options within about 150 m, such as Market 65, Starbucks at 75 East State Street, Condado Tacos, Spaghetti Warehouse, Ho Toy, or Parable. If you want more variety, expand your search to within roughly 300–350 m to include places like Nosh on High, Pizza Rustica, Tio's Tacos & Tequila, Cinco, Tim Hortons, The Goat at RiverSouth, Ringside Cafe, Oh Pizza & Brew, Alley Burger, Jacks Downtown Diner, Sí Señor, and Lexi’s on Third. Once you have a short list, confirm hours, menu details, and whether they accept or recommend reservations directly with the restaurant so you can time your meal comfortably before the performance.