Forbidden Root Columbus

4.3 (56)

$30 and under

Brewery

4080 Worth Ave, Columbus, OH 43219

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2 people

14 Jul 2025

19:00

Booked 3 times today

About this restaurant

Great for brunch
Good for business meals
Innovative

At Forbidden Root, we value the way great beer creates pleasure. We also love how beer builds community, whether we're sitting sitting at the table with family or with newfound friends in a community environment. Through both our beers and brewpubs we envelop our guests in a rich multisensory experience through the textures, flavors, and visual sparkle of our beer, food, and environment.
Located in The Yard at Easton, we feature creative cuisine from Executive Chef Paul Yow and imaginative brews from Masterbrewer Nick Gabriel. Join us for one of Paul's signature dishes, The Duck & Dumplings, or perhaps a crowd favorite Strawberry Basil Hefewleizen, in our warm and open atmosphere.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Brewery, Gastro Pub, Comfort Food
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 12:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–22:00 Sun 11:00–17:00
Phone number
(614) 414-6127
Website
https://www.forbiddenroot.com/columbus
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Paul Yow

Location
4080 Worth Ave, Columbus, OH 43219
Area
Columbus
Cross Street
Steltzer Road and Worth Avenue
Parking Details
Public Lot
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 56 people are saying

Forbidden Root Columbus reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
4.4Service
4.5Ambience
4.0Value

Noise • Moderate

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Columbus
Great for brunch
Columbus
Innovative
Columbus
Great for fine wines
Columbus
Good for special occasions
Columbus
Great for brunch
Columbus
Innovative
Columbus
Great for fine wines
Columbus
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Forbidden Root Columbus offers a unique dining experience with "great food, beer, and service" in a cozy, inviting atmosphere. Guests rave about the flavorful smash burgers, prime rib, and craft beers. Service, particularly from servers like Mary, is often highlighted as "excellent," making it a must-visit spot for a delightful meal.

56 Reviews

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Hayley VIP
Columbus94 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 June 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Delicious barrata appetizer and my husband loved the prime rib special. The smash burger was very tasty. Great service!!!
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cricket VIP
Columbus61 reviews
5.0
Dined on 12 June 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was good and interesting. My husband had to order chicken skins! brought home the left overs! Mary was an expert and attentive waitress. We will be back.
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Graham
Columbus2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 11 June 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good food drink and venue. Smash burgers are great
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Bonnie VIP
Columbus45 reviews
5.0
Dined on 9 June 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great dining experience. Service and meals were excellent. Thanks and we will be back soon!
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elizabeth
Columbus12 reviews
4.0
Dined on 7 June 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love the vibe, atmosphere, craft beers. Service was great. Food is good. Only a few Thuringia on the menu that we like…. Burgers is one and they had none!🙁
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Eric
Wisconsin1 review
1.0
Dined on 11 May 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Mother’s Day buffet was awful. Food was out way too long, was cold and hard and tasted off. Room temperature cheese, cold prime rib, luke warm eggs, tough uncuttable ham. $45 per adult and no drink included. Had to almost beg for a waitress after being seated for ten minutes even though there was hardly anyone there. I will not be going back.
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Kim
Columbus3 reviews
1.0
Dined on 11 May 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
First time at the restaurant for Mothers Day. Food was simply not good. The chicken tenders were way over done as well as the carved ham. The mashed potatoes were dry. And for $50 per person there weren't many offerings. Unfortunately we won't be back
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Joann
Columbus26 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 April 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went here for dinner with friends and family. Great food and service was great! Definitely will be back.
Forbidden Root ColumbusResponded on 3 May 2025
Thanks for the kind review Joann!
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Patrick VIP
Columbus48 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 April 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent service and food! Excellent beer and drink selections!
Forbidden Root ColumbusResponded on 3 May 2025
Thanks for the 5 stars!
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Lou VIP
Cleveland / Akron / Canton26 reviews
3.0
Dined on 18 April 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Watch out - 3% service charge if you use a credit card!!!
Forbidden Root ColumbusResponded on 3 May 2025
Hi Lou. We post that a 3% credit card processing fee is added to the bill and it is clearly noted on the check before payment is accepted. The fee can be avoided by using cash or debit. Many companies have decided to go this route instead of raising prices across the board to give the customer an option to save money. This charge is becoming more and more common as small businesses try to compete and survive.
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FAQs

Forbidden Root Columbus offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (614) 414-6127.

Forbidden Root Columbus is rated 4.3 stars by 56 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

14 Jul 2025

19:00

Booked 3 times today

4080 Worth Ave, Columbus, OH 43219

Additional information

Cross Street
Steltzer Road and Worth Avenue
Area
Columbus
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 12:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–22:00 Sun 11:00–17:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Brewery, Gastro Pub, Comfort Food
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress Code
Business Casual
Parking Details
Public Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Paul Yow
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.forbiddenroot.com/columbus
Phone number
(614) 414-6127

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