10 Best Japanese Restaurants In Short North - Arena District

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1. Mandrake Rooftop - Columbus

4.6

Exceptional(22)

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• Japanese • Columbus

Booked 37 times today

What a beautiful view and wonderful ambience! Our waitress was fantastic- attentive, detailed with the menu and suggestions, and the food was amazing. The espresso martini was outstanding. And the whipped feta appetizer was delish. We also had the wagyu dumplings which were unique but tasteful.

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2. Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Columbus

4.8

Exceptional(6531)

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• Japanese • Short North - Arena District

Booked 97 times today

Wonderful experience. Fantastic service! Great atmosphere. And the food was DELICIOUS!

3. Domo

4.8

Exceptional(315)

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• Japanese • Columbus

Booked 28 times today

Great! Amazing and would go back anytime. Happy hour is legit.

4. Stories on High

4.2

Awesome(537)

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• Japanese • Columbus

Booked 25 times today

Great experience. They went above and beyond to make our anniversary special. Can’t wait to return.

5. Arlington Grille

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• Japanese • Upper Arlington

Booked 3 times today

Arlington Grille is a classic American grille for the neighborhood. We took a room Upper Arlington already knew and gave it a fresh start: warm wood, green leather, soft light, and a bar you will want to settle into. The menu is honest and grill-driven. Prime steaks over live fire, fresh seafood, chops, and the sides that turn dinner into an occasion. The classics are done right, next to dishes that let our kitchen stretch a little. At the bar: classic martinis, a short list of cocktails we take seriously, and a wine list that is easy to read and worth exploring. Mostly, we want you to feel taken care of. Hospitality, to us, is a warm welcome, people who pay attention, and a team that follows through. Join us for weekday lunch, dinner seven nights, and a relaxed brunch on Saturday and Sunday. The patio is open in season. Hosting a celebration or a client dinner? We will build it around you. We are glad to be in Upper Arlington. Come see us.

6. HARU Omakase

4.9

Exceptional(332)

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• Japanese • Polaris

Booked 8 times today

The whole team was very welcoming. Being at the counter was such a cool experience!

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7. Kona Grill - Columbus

3.6

Very Good(1069)

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• Japanese • Easton

Booked 16 times today

I went here for a birthday with my friend. The ambiance was warm and welcoming. We sampled a few plates: sushi, chicken satay, meatballs, macadamia chicken. I've been to Kona before and the food is consistently delicious. The staff was friendly, attentive, and recognized my birthday. Overall, it was a great experience.