Dublin, Ohio’s dining scene is buzzing with 18 standout restaurants in 2025. (Yes, we’ve taste-tested them all). From cozy bistros to innovative eateries, these spots offer everything from casual lunches to memorable dinners. As the variety suggests, it’s a deliciously diverse lineup. To help you savor the best, we’ve curated this list of 18 must-visit places we absolutely love.
Cafe Istanbul Dublin
$$ | (614) 792-9190 | WEBSITE
Cafe Istanbul Dublin has a $35 and a $50 dinner menu for Restaurant Week. Both include some standout dishes like the falafel to start and the lamb chops with authentic Turkish flavors. But for $50, a third course will let you try their shrimp with fresh bread or stuffed grape leaves.
NeeHee’s Dublin, Ohio
$ | (614) 389-6304 | WEBSITE
NeeHee’s is a spot in Dublin with an atmosphere and vibe that feels more like a bustling Mumbai street market, and Indian street food dishes that you can get for $15 (snacks) or $25 (full meals) during regular hours. Both are generous portions, but the full meals come with even more options for the savory categories. Get ready to choose between the likes of puri bhaji and dhai puri, and samosa chaat and chole bhature.
Missing Jimmy’s
$ | (614) 515-0950 | WEBSITE
This historic Dublin spot has a $25-per-person casual dining experience with two hearty courses and a vegetarian option. You’ll get to enjoy starters like the Satriale Meatball bowl, mains like the Nicky Santoro meatball sub, plus Briar Hill pizza with great sauce and hot peppers.
North High Brewing – Dublin
$ | (614) 756-0200 | WEBSITE
For $25, you can get a satisfying meal and a drink from one of our favorite brewpub spots, North High Brewing. That includes options like their juicy burger or the popular buffalo chicken sandwich, which we’d tell you to order any day of the week.
The brunch menu also has the variety of berry shandy or other selections, but the same pleasant dilemma of having to choose between the delicious Brussel sprout side, Nashville Hot Chicken Tacos with nice spice, or the praised pretzel appetizer for starters.
Mr Sushi
$$ | (614) 889-8788 | WEBSITE
Every dish at this casual Asian restaurant in Dublin has some kind of fresh twist. The island crab appetizer offers the benefits of a crispy delight without the risk of overwhelming richness, and a standout banana roll comes with fresh ingredients and creative presentation. Both dishes, among others, are available on the $55 prix fixe menu at Mr Sushi.
The Roosevelt Room – Bridge Park
$ | (614) 602-5585 | WEBSITE
Situated in the modern Bridge Park development, The Roosevelt Room is stylishly casual but not overly trendy, and typically quite affordable (you’d likely spend around $20 on drinks alone). And while there’s no food on the regular menu, you can order in from neighboring spots as part of the half-price happy hour from 3-6.
Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse
$$$$ | (614) 717-2828 | WEBSITE
Thanks to its warm and attentive service, exceptional food, and thoughtful touches, we already had plenty of reasons to linger at Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse for as long as possible. Now you can add their special occasion celebrations to the growing list. The $75 three-course dinner includes a single entree like the must-try Filet Mignon, while the $95 prix fixe gets you a four-course meal with oysters and the chocolate torte as the main highlights.
Tucci’s
$$$ | (614) 792-3466 | WEBSITE
There are so many excellent dishes on Tucci’s $65 three-course Restaurant Week dinner that you should consider visiting this Dublin spot several times. Or get extra strategic with your friends to try their Arancini, Diablo chicken pasta, pan seared walleye with Parmesan polenta, and Waygu steak with eggs all at once.
Stir Fry 88
$ | (614) 793-8662 | WEBSITE
Heading to Stir Fry 88 in Dublin is always a solid choice. This isn’t just because this Chinese takeout spot has decent options (and it does) but because it works for those last-minute cravings. They’re charging around $18 for a dinner combo, featuring dishes like tandoori chicken and general Tso’s chicken (an example of a protein that shouldn’t be overlooked), as well as fried rice on the side.
Amul India Restaurant
$$ | (614) 734-1600 | WEBSITE
Amul India Restaurant is a mix of authentic Indian cuisine and buffet-style dining, located right on Sawmill Road in Dublin. It’s also one of the only Indian spots that’s on our list of 2025’s best restaurants in the area, thanks in part to dishes like the saag paneer and goat curry. For the lunch buffet, you can get those dishes or their chicken curry as part of their $15 all-you-can-eat deal.
You can also choose between vegetarian options like the saag paneer, or non-vegetarian starters like the goat curry.
Falafel Kitchen
$ | (614) 683-8789 | WEBSITE
This food court spot is one of our favorite Middle Eastern joints, and their falafel, tahini sauce, and Greek salad are particularly excellent. They’re offering both wraps and platters, with the falafel wrap and fries as the main attraction. It’s the best way to get a taste of their standout dishes, and those crispy-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside falafel balls won’t disappoint.
Gene’s
$$$ | (614) 553-7050 | WEBSITE
This charming historic Dublin spot has been generating buzz since it opened, which makes sense given its intimate classy vibe and prime location. But the experience lives up to the talk: Gene’s is a fantastic restaurant, and offers one of the best date-night values around. The $65 three-course dinner includes hamachi crudo, bone-in pork loin, and homemade soda with whipped ricotta. The cozy atmosphere, attentive staff, and fresh flavors make it a memorable addition to the Dublin food scene.
Kyoto Japanese Steak House
$$ | (614) 792-2500 | WEBSITE
If hibachi is on your Dublin dining list, make sure you visit Kyoto Japanese Steak House. Their $55 dinner offers a solid overview of the menu at this local spot, including amazing rice, fire salads, and one of their signature combos like the Fillet and Scallop with perfectly cooked egg yolk sauce. The lunch is slightly simpler, but provides many of the same favorites for $35.
Matt the Miller’s Tavern
$$ | (614) 799-9100 | WEBSITE
There are a handful of restaurants that we visit whenever we’re hanging around Dublin, and Matt the Miller’s Tavern is on that list. They’re offering patio seating, plus a $28 three-course dinner for comfort food lovers. Dinner includes your choice of starter, a main dish like the highly recommended Filet steak, and a standout item like the best tomato soup. There will be mac and cheese for comfort, too.
16-Bit Bar+Arcade
$$ | (614) 761-3933 | WEBSITE
One of the best nostalgic hotspots in the city is offering free-play arcade games for all ages. You can enjoy activities like beer pong, ring toss, and a giant LightBrite, plus all the throwback 80s arcade games. And because it’s 16-Bit Bar+Arcade, you can count on everything being lively and fun.
Donatos Pizza
$ | (614) 793-1100 | WEBSITE
One of our favorite pizza spots happens to be Donatos, and they’re offering a $15 or $25 dinner for Pizza Week. You get to choose from dishes like the hot honey pepperoni pizza, meat lovers pizza, and meatballs. Everything is fresh, many things are piping hot, and we’ve never had a bad slice, so go ahead and order with confidence.
Chick-fil-A
$ | (614) 568-4057 | WEBSITE
This (very) popular Dublin fast-food spot isn’t going to surprise you with exotic offerings (it’s mainly chicken sandwiches, nuggets, and a handful of sides), but the food is consistently delicious. And during peak hours, Chick-fil-A maintains its signature efficiency with a drive-thru that moves remarkably fast.
Both the dine-in and takeout experiences deliver the same reliable favorites here, like the original chicken sandwich, creamy mac and cheese, and their famously friendly service that includes unexpected treats like free cookies.
Sesame Sea Asian Bistro
$$ | (614) 336-3888 | WEBSITE
Sesame Sea Asian Bistro has a menu we love. The restaurant offers a three-course $45 dinner and $25 lunch special. The menu features favorites like hot & sour soup, firecracker shrimp, General Tso’s chicken, and Singapore noodles. You’ll get dishes that are fresh, crispy, and full of flavor, with just the right spice. The cozy atmosphere and friendly service from staff like owner Siu make it a welcoming spot.
Overall, it remains a favorite for tasty Chinese cuisine in Dublin, with consistent quality that keeps people coming back.