The 5 best traditional American spots in Columbus

Hot Chicken Takeover

Looking to satisfy your appetite for traditional American fare?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top traditional American spots around Columbus, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to meet your needs.

1. Hot Chicken Takeover

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Topping the list is Hot Chicken Takeover. Located at 4203 N. High St. in Whetstone, the traditional American and Southern spot, which offers soul food and more, is the highest-rated traditional American restaurant in Columbus, boasting 4.5 stars out of 494 reviews on Yelp.

2. Harvest Bar + Kitchen

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Next up is Clintonville's Harvest Bar + Kitchen, situated at 2885 N. High St. With 4.5 stars out of 381 reviews on Yelp, the traditional American spot, which offers pizza and burgers, has proven to be a local favorite.

3. Pat and Gracie's

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Pat and Gracie's, a traditional American spot and bar located downtown, is another much-loved go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 126 Yelp reviews. Head over to 340 E. Gay St. to see for yourself.

4. Stav's Diner

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Over in Broadleigh, check out Stav's Diner, which has earned 4.5 stars out of 128 reviews on Yelp. You can find the traditional American diner and breakfast spot at 2932 E. Broad St.

5. Barley's Brewing Company

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Last but not least, there's Barley's Brewing Company, a downtown favorite with four stars out of 437 reviews. Stop by 467 N. High St. to hit up the traditional American spot, pub and brewery the next time you're looking to satisfy your cravings.


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