Inside the Parentheses

Our Staff Picks

May means ColumBEST, when the results of our massive, all-encompassing reader poll are revealed. Because of this, we asked our staff what they think is the city's best hidden gem. Here's what they said.

JT’s Pizza in Linworth on 161. Best pizza & draft beer (also serve a great smoky old fashioned) - with an amazing staff to boot!! Also - great outside area too.

— Meggin Weimerskirch, Advertising Director

Mine is Thurber Park. With all the weird sculptures and period houses, it feels like you accidental traveled back in time 100 years.

— Jack McLaughlin, Editor-In-Chief

The dog park in Scioto Aubudon Metro Park is great for playing outside and meeting fellow bark-eting professionals!

— Louie Attanasio, Bark-eting Consultant

Four Points Pizza & Grill in Lewis Center. Fantastic pizza and their house ranch dressing is amazing. Be sure to try the smoked wings.

— Paul VanHorn, Account Executive

El Rodeo off Stelzer Road!! 10/10 margaritas & mexican food. Also a great patio!

— Victoria Smith, Creative Designer

Derive Brewing, super cute spot. I had never heard of it prior to visiting and they have the best hot honey pepperoni pizza ever!

— Justynne Pride, Marketing Coordinator

Strut the Salon on Parson’s Ave. Each stylist there is crazy talented and listens thoroughly to your hair goals!

— Atlas Biro, Creative Designer

Bob’s Bar, the cultural hub of the Midwest. Top tier craft beer and dive bar vibes!

— Lizzy Saunders, Brand Manager, (614) Beer

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New pet-friendly apartment community open in Westerville (SPONSORED)

Hamilton Woods from CASTO Communities is furry friend approved! Just minutes away from Hamilton Quarter, this new relaxed apartment community offers a variety of exciting pet-friendly places to explore nearby! Visit @castocommunities on Instagram to learn more.

National chain set to feature mochi donuts, Korean corn dogs and more now open

A national chain featuring a full slate of indulgent teas, Korean corn dogs, mochi donuts and more has opened its first-ever Columbus location. TeaMoji, which is located at 5227 Godown Rd., held its soft opening... Keep reading on 614NOW.com

We polled Columbus foodies to learn who has the best ranch dressing in the city; Here’s what they said

There are two types of Midwesterners, those who admit their love affair with ranch dressing, and those who are also crazy about ranch... Keep reading on 614NOW.com

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Press Play Videos

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When Snacks Attack!

Ahh, delicious, delectable snacks. Where would we be without you? Well, we suppose that depends on the flavor of said snack.

Not So Shrimpy Shrimp Dishes

El Vaquero is packing the shrimp on some of these classics and let's just say, it's packed with the flavor we are sure you will love!

Tasting Columbus: 3 Bites Bakery

Pulling together a fusion of globally inspired baked treats, 3 Bites Bakery is creating some delecatble treats beside their perfectly portioned lunch menu.

Pizza, Beer, Columbus!

What's better than a delicious slice of pizza? Well pairing it with beer of course! Join 614 for 2023's Pizza & Beer Week and discover a new side of the crust.

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