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Worthington is an affluent city in Franklin County, Ohio, United States, and is a northern suburb of the larger Columbus. The population was 13,575 at the 2010 census. The city was founded in 1803 by the Scioto Company led by James Kilbourne, who was later elected to the United States House of Representatives, and named in honor of Thomas Worthington, who later became governor of Ohio.
Restaurants in Worthington
1. Inniswood Metro Gardens
Overall Ratings
5 based on 264 reviews
Reviewed By Thomas B - Westerville, Ohio
I try to visit Inniswood a couple of times every week to take a walk and take photographs of the changing scenery and flowers. The staff does a great job at maintaining the various areas and the beautiful flowers. Weekends are always very busy, but weekdays can be quiet at times although even weekdays can be busy. I can always find some quiet spots though. My favorite areas are the Boardwalk Trail, the Spring Run Trail and the secret Garden.
2. The Candle Lab
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
The Candle Lab isn’t just a candle shop – it is your destination for custom home fragrance. Offering many unique gift ideas, The Candle Lab specializes in freshly poured natural soy candles in over 100 fragrances from Awapuhi to Yuzu. Whether you love the smell of s`mores, your favorite coffee drink, or hiking through the forest, you can pour your own candle and mix different fragrances together to make your own custom blend!
Reviewed By BecSpark10 - Columbus, Ohio
My sister and husband were visiting from Oakland and this was on the top of their list of activities. My brother-in-law particularly want to make candles as he really like the scents offered - many masculine and tropical scents to choose from. The staff was helpful in guiding us to what we would like. The prices are pretty good considering you get a custom, high quality candle. It was also a pretty quick activity as we were in and out in about 20-30 minutes. We picked up our completed candles the next day! If you really love good, quality candles and want a hands-on activity, this is a great option!
3. Highbanks Metro Park
Overall Ratings
5 based on 76 reviews
Reviewed By shankar R - Westerville, Ohio
Anyone who visits me is soon taken here to the park for a brisk walk. It's a several hundred acre oasis in the city. Just off of Rt23 and 750, it spans all the way down to the Olentangy river which forms its Western border. The park is a year round attraction with long walking trails, play areas for kids, picnic spots and more. In the winter, there is even a sledding area set up when snow permits. The visitor center near the entrance has some well set up exhibits about the park and the habitat it represents in Ohio. As with the many other metro parks dotting the city, this one is a treasure. Visit often and leave without a trace. Did I mention bike and pet trails?
4. Peggy R. McConnell Arts Center of Worthington
Overall Ratings
5 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By Ohiomitch - Columbus, Ohio
Last night it was the Carpe Diem String Quartet, which has moved to the MAC as their new home, and it was a great opportunity to view the art displayed in the galleries both before and at intermission.
In addition to the music and art, the MAC hosts numerous activities and classes which are related to the arts.
5. A La Carte Food Tours
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Culinary tours in Columbus, OH, show you what makes Columbus' hopping food scene. You'll go into back-of-the-house operations, kitchens, farms, gardens, and workshops where you'll learn about foods, ingredients, and preparation through interactive experience, hands-on activities, and, of course, tasting! Visit bakeries, ice cream shops and dairies, ethnic markets, canneries, vegan food venues, and more.
Reviewed By markgU2387ZZ - Columbus, Ohio
We thought we were taking a food tasting tour of German Village establishments. Our first taste was served by the operator on small paper plates in the Meeting House. It consisted of some deli Turkey with cream cheese, two slices of pepperoni, two bites of pickled beets and a cracker with cheese on it. An hour later we were given one macaroon. The next food stop turned out to be the main part and consisted of four plates of food to be split among eight people. There were two small sausages, a scoop of potato salad, some sauerkraut, a spoonful of vegetable salad, and lots of day old bread. After considerable more walking, we got to sample a small piece of fudge and a buckeye.
Much of the tour consisted of walking around German Village with our guide using a sheaf of hand written notes so that she could point out a house as being Italianate or Craftsment. Such was the extent of her knowledge of German Village architecture. She did not seem to be able to make her portable PA system work and she needed to ask directions from one proprietor in order to reach the next destination. At one point, her assistant saved her from walking past the correct street. She was quite unprepared for the day.
The afternoon ended with us sitting outside in 90 degree heat while she pulled some cream puffs out of her cooler, donned plastic gloves, and cut them up with scissors so that we could share them.
Stay away!
6. The Pub Out Back
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By jacketsman - Columbus, OH
Have been to the Pub Out Back a couple of times and have never been disappointed. It is a very small bar with seating for maybe 12 at the bar and a few tables around the edges. Beer selection is always good and not confined to the standard domestics.
7. eXcape Columbus
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
The latest craze in entertainment Room Escapes. Do you have what it takes to eXcape the "locked" room within 60 minutes - EXTREME - CHALLENGING - FUN - Current themed rooms feature AREA 51, The Great Egyptian eXcape and the areas only Dueling Rooms Excaliber! When you attempt a room escape, for 60 minutes of your life you will become totally removed from your current world and are focused on nothing but escape.
Reviewed By DWyndal - Teays Valley, West Virginia
First, let me say that this was our first time in an escape room, but nonetheless we were so impressed with the attention to detail.
Our experience was in the Egyptian room where we explored an ancient tomb trying desperately to unlock the secrets that would allow us to escape. This room was designed for up to 12 was explorers, but my wife and I tackled it alone. We failed miserably, but put up a good fight and had a ball in the process.
This is a family-friendly experience that is closely monitored. It featured several other rooms with different themes but including Area 51, Excalibur, and others.
The CEO, Norm, was the perfect host and you could feel the humble pride in his explanation of his handiwork. We felt totally at ease at all times.
This facility is able to accommodate both large groups and as few as one couple. The pricing is very reasonable and provides excellent value.
I can not recommend eXcape Columbus highly enough. GO!!! You will have a great time!
Oh... for the record, we WILL be back!
8. Zaftig Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By jimmojo - Dublin, Ohio
Local craft brewer that just moved and expanded its facility. The tap room has a large space for a group to gather with decent hours. For craft brew fans their beers are "big" meaning they are higher on the ABV side. As far as food goes, nothing on site though they do have food trucks on occasion, you could order from a local pizza shop or bring you own food in. Variety of high top tables, long picnic type tables and a small bar area. worth a visit.
9. Orange Johnson House
Overall Ratings
5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By Sightsee_Eat - Worthington, Ohio
The back section of the house was built by Arora Buttles in 1811, more as a farm house, and the front section, a fancier city house, in 1816 by Orange Johnson. I knew that Orange was a comb maker, but learned today he made the plastic-like material from the inside of cow horns! There is furniture and many objects in the house that tell much about frontier life in Worthington. The style of the house is Federalist, people were very excited about their new country. The docents are very knowledgeable about the family and the house. We learned much about the Johnsons and their only surviving daughter, Mary, who married Mr. Sessions who started the Columbus Art Museum, plus subsequent owners of the house, notably the Snouffer family. Mary wrote letters back to the Johnsons, which give the society more information. There is also a little museum in the basement. I learned also of the historic Worthington Mfg. Co. that can be seen near the two log cabins on Fox Lane in Riverlea. The Worthington Historic Society currently gives tours of various historic areas in our city. Their office is the old Rectory at 50 W New England Ave.
10. Easton Town Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
In stark contrast to the old-country aura of German Village, Easton is the most modern neighborhood in the city, its architecturally contemporary town center drawing shoppers and tourists to an array of nationally and regionally known stores, plentiful restaurants and varied entertainment.
Reviewed By Scott T - Marietta, Ohio, United States
Whether you're from a more remote area of the state, surrounding area or from another state or country, Easton Town Center is one spot you should visit if you want to get a feel for the state of shopping in America. From Jeni's Ice Cream to a variety of pilot stores from brand names you may know or may not, it's the best variety, experience and environment the city has to offer. Much of the shopping experience does involve outdoor walking on city-like sidewalks, so be prepared for that. "Town Center" means exactly what it says-- it has a feel of a small town with shops. There is a center/central hub that you can also enjoy should the weather not be so inviting.
There is ample parking both on the street, in small lots tucked away and in rather well disguised parking garages.
Don't forget to search your map for surrounding shopping opportunities that aren't exactly within walking distance of Town Center but are within viewing distance around the facility. This is always my preferred shopping experience in Columbus.
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