Downtown restaurants

343 Front Street Tavern, 343 N Front St, 621-9453. American cuisine; specialties include half-pound, footlong all-beef hot dogs; burgers; soups, and salads. Liquor; small wine list; bar. Entrees: average $10. Outdoor dining. Live entertainment Fri-Sat and Wed-Fri in summer. Open for lunch Mon-Fri, dinner Tue-Sat, pizza orders only Mon eve; closed Sun except event days. Call-ahead seating. AE, DS, MC, V.

Arena Grand Club Bistro, 175 W Nationwide Blvd, 469-5000. Americana cuisine; specialties include gourmet pizza, salads, grilled sandwiches and desserts. Liquor; small wine list; bar. Dinners: $6-$10. Open for lunch and dinner 7 days. AE, MC, V.

Au Bon Pain, 20 S Third St, 224-1922. Quick-service restaurant featuring soups, salads, deli sandwiches, baked goods and catering. Meals: $7-$9. Outdoor dining. Open for breakfast and lunch Mon-Fri; closed Sat-Sun. AE, DS, MC, V.

bd’s Mongolian Barbeque, 295 Marconi Blvd, 586-0077. Create your own meals from a buffet of pasta, meat, seafood and vegetables. Liquor; moderate wine list; bar. All-you-can-eat dinners: $8.50-$15. Children’s prices. Open for lunch and dinner 7 days. Call ahead seating and reservations for parties of 6 or more accepted. AE, DS, MC, V.

Bar Louie, 504 N Park St, 220-0900. American cuisine with Cajun influence; specialties include martinis, Luigi steak sandwich, pear salad and po’boy sandwich. Liquor; moderate wine list; bar. Dinners: $6-$15. Children’s menu. Outdoor dining. Open for lunch and dinner 7 days. Reservations accepted for large parties. AE, DC, DS, MC, V.

Barley’s Brewing Company Ale House No. 1, 467 N High St, 228-2537. Fusion of American and world cuisine; specialties include burgers, chargrilled wings, pasta, sauerkraut balls and British ales. Liquor; small wine list; single-malt Scotches; craft beer; bar. Items: $5-$27. Children’s menu. Open for lunch and dinner 7 days. AE, DS, MC, V.

Barrio Tapas & Lounge, 185 N High St, 220-9141. South American and Spanish fusion, featuring small plates such as ceviche, octopus and empanadas. Liquor; complete wine list; bar. Tapas: $5-$12. Occasional live entertainment. Open for lunch and dinner 7 days, brunch Sat-Sun. AE, DS, MC, V.

Boston’s The Gourmet Pizza, 191 W Nationwide Blvd, 229-4275. Unique casual dining; specialties include gourmet pizza, pasta, salmon and burgers. Liquor; moderate wine list; bar. Dinners: $9-$20. Outdoor dining. Children’s menu. Open for lunch and dinner 7 days. AE, DS, MC, V.

Brothers Bar & Grill, 477 N Park St, 232-9020. Pub fare with a full menu featuring appetizers, salads, wings, burgers and a $2 anything that pours happy hour. Liquor; small wine list; bar. Items: $6-$12. Outdoor dining. Open for dinner Mon-Sat; closed Sun. AE, DS, MC, V.

Buca di Beppo, 343 N Front St, 621-3287. Fresh Italian cuisine served in small and large family-style portions; specialties include mozzarella caprese, linguine frutti di mare, prosciutto-stuffed chicken, apple gorgonzola salad and stuffed rigatoni. Liquor; extensive Italian wine list; bar. Dinners: $6-$25. Children’s menu. Outdoor dining. Open for lunch and dinner 7 days. Reservations suggested. AE, DS, MC, V.

Café Brioso, 14 E Gay St, 228-8366. Coffee roaster and urban eatery specializing in espresso, tea and made-from-scratch soups, salads and sandwiches. Lunches: average $7. Children’s portions. Outdoor dining. Open for breakfast and lunch Mon-Sat; closed Sun. AE, DS, MC, V.

Café Lola, 12 E Broad St, 754-8804. Fast casual cuisine featuring sandwiches, panini, salads, soups and pizza. Items: $4-$6. Outdoor dining. Open for lunch Mon-Fri; closed Sat-Sun. AE, DS, V.

Café Napolitana, 40 N High St, 224-3013. NY-style pizzeria featuring pizza, stromboli, calzones and daily pasta special. Lunches: $6-$7. Open for lunch Mon-Tue till 6 pm, Wed-Fri till 7 pm, Sat 11 am-5 pm; closed Sun. DS, MC, V.

Caffe Daniela, 17 S High St, 225-0139. Authentic Italian cuisine; specialties include pasta, pizza, panini and salads. Moderate wine list; beer. Dinners $5-$10. Outdoor dining. Open Mon-Fri 8 am-7 pm; closed Sat-Sun. Checks, AE, DS, MC, V.

Callahan’s, 520 Park St, 223-1200. American cuisine featuring gourmet sandwiches, pizza and salads. Liquor; small wine list; bar. Dinners: $5-$10. Outdoor dining. Occasional live bands. Open for dinner Tue-Sun; closed Mon. AE, DS, MC, V.

Capitol Café by Milo’s Catering and Banquet Services, Broad and High sts (in the Statehouse), 726-9231. Classic deli and diner fare featuring homemade soups and lunch specials, sandwiches, burgers, panini and Jeni’s Splendid Ice Cream. Liquor; moderate wine list; bar. Entrees: $5-$10. Flat-screen TVs. Open 7 am-3 pm Mon-Fri; closed Sat-Sun. AE, DS, MC, V.

Casa Sazon, 49 N High St, 221-8311. Authentic Polish home cooking. Open for breakfast and lunch Mon-Fri; closed Sat-Sun. AE, CB, DC, DS, JCB, MC, V.

The Caucus Room, 50 S Front St (in Doubletree Guest Suites Hotel), 228-4600. Casual, upscale cuisine; specialties include steak, seafood, pasta and salads. Liquor; moderate wine list; bar. Dinners: $12-$20. Children’s menu. Open for breakfast and dinner 7 days, lunch Mon-Fri. Reservations accepted. AE, DC, DS, MC, V.

Chipotle, 401 N Front St, 228-5488. Quick-service restaurant serving fresh, made-to-order gourmet burritos and tacos; specialties include barbacoa, fajita burritos and steak burritos. Domestic and Mexican beer; margaritas. Items: under $7. Children’s portions. Open for lunch Mon-Fri; closed Sat-Sun except during special events. AE, DS, MC, V.

Confluence Park Restaurant, 679 W Spring St, 469-0000. American cuisine featuring steak, seafood, chicken and pasta. Liquor; complete wine list; bar. Dinners: $19-$30. Children’s menu. Outdoor dining. Banquet rooms seat up to 400. Open for dinner 7 days. Reservations suggested. AE, DS, MC, V.

Danny’s Deli, 37 W Broad St, 469-7040. NY-style deli featuring corned beef and chicken salad. Items: $5-$9. Open for breakfast and lunch Mon-Fri; closed Sat-Sun. AE, DS, MC, V.

DeepWood, 511 N High St, 221-5602. Refined American cuisine and New England favorites; specialties include scallop Wellington, Maine lobster, Long Island duck and house-made charcuterie. Liquor; extensive wine list; bar. Dinners: $22-$32. Children’s menu. Gluten-free and vegetarian menus. Open for lunch Tue-Fri, dinner Mon-Sat; closed Sun. Reservations suggested. AE, DS, MC, V.

Dirty Frank’s Hot Dog Palace, 248 S Fourth St, 824-4673. Offering Chicago-style hot dogs with a Columbus twist; other specialties include sides like Sriracha slaw and heavy metal-inspired cocktails. Hot dogs and sides: $3. Liquor; beer. Open for lunch, dinner and late night 7 days, brunch Sat-Sun. AE, DS, MC, V.

Due Amici, 67 E Gay St, 224-9373. Italian cuisine; specialties include pasta, pizza and traditional Italian dishes. Liquor; complete wine list; bar. Entrees: $10-$28. Children’s portions. Outdoor and private dining. Live jazz Mon eve. Open for lunch Mon-Fri, dinner 7 days, brunch Sat-Sun. Reservations suggested. AE, DS, MC, V.

El Arepazo Latin Grill, 47 N Pearl St, 228-4830. South American cuisine; specialties include Venezuelan platter, fish burrito, Cuban wrap, patacon (fried plantain topped with shredded beef) and empanadas. Items: $4-$13. Outdoor dining. Open for lunch Mon-Sat; closed Sun. DS, MC, V.

Elevator Brewery and Draught Haus, 161 N High St, 228-0500. World cuisine, featuring 12 microbrewed beers; specialties include the Rock Filet, seafood, pasta and vegetarian dishes. Liquor; complete wine list; bar. Dinners: $12-$30. Children’s menu. Outdoor dining. Open for lunch Mon-Fri, dinner Mon-Sat; closed Sun. Reservations suggested. AE, DS, MC, V.

Flatiron Bar and Diner, 129 E Nationwide Blvd, 461-0033. Diner-style fare featuring Southern and Cajun flavors including barbecue, gumbo and house-smoked meats and sausages. Liquor; moderate wine list; bar. Sandwiches: $7-$10. Outdoor dining. Open for lunch Mon-Fri, dinner Mon-Sat; closed Sun. AE, CB, DC, DS, MC, V.

Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant, 401 N Front St, 246-2900. American cuisine influenced by bold international flavors, featuring authentic German lagers. Liquor; complete wine list; bar. Dinners: $9-$22. Children’s menu. Outdoor dining. Open for lunch and dinner 7 days. Reservations suggested. AE, DC, DS, MC, V.

Gordon’s Gourmet Catering and Café, 150 Gay St, 832-2404. Cafe Americana featuring made-from-scratch dishes. Dinners: average $8. Outdoor dining. Open for breakfast and lunch Mon-Fri; closed Sat-Sun. Checks, AE, DS, MC, V.

High Street Grill, 310 S High St (in Westin Columbus), 228-3800. Classic American cuisine; specialties include Monterey Bay calamari, grilled Margherita flatbread, salmon burger, meatloaf and crab cakes. Liquor; moderate wine list; bar. Dinner: $8-$30. Children’s menu. Open for breakfast and lunch 7 days, dinner Mon-Sat. Reservations accepted. AE, DS, MC, V.

Ho-Toy Restaurant, 11 W State St, 224-6848. Thai and Chinese food. Open for lunch and dinner Mon-Fri; closed Sat-Sun. MC, V.

Indian Oven, 427 E Main St, 220-9390. Authentic Indian cuisine featuring vegetarian and seafood specialties, curry dishes, lunch buffet and daily dinner specials. Liquor; complete wine list; bar. Dinners: $13-$24. Outdoor dining. Open for lunch Mon-Fri, dinner Mon-Sat; closed Sun. Reservations accepted. AE, DS, MC, V.

The Inn Between, 30 S Young St, 224-1944. American cuisine; specialties include Rumplemeyer sandwich, burgers, salads, Buffalo chicken sandwich and Middle Eastern cuisine first Mon of month. Liquor; moderate wine list; bar. Dinners: $6-$9. Open for lunch and dinner Mon-Fri; closed Sat-Sun. Reservations accepted. AE, DS, MC, V.

Isabella’s Café Italia, 21 E State St, Ste 110, 220-9050. Specialties include club sandwich, pesto chicken penne, salad bar, wraps and panini. ­Open for breakfast and lunch Mon-Fri; closed Sat-Sun. AE, DS, MC, V.

J. Gumbo’s, 31 E Gay St, 469-9900. Cajun and Creole cuisine; specialties include jambalaya and drunken chicken. Liquor; small wine list. Items: $5-$7. Children’s portions. Outdoor dining. Open for lunch Mon-Sat; closed Sun. AE, DS, MC, V.

Jack’s Restaurant, 52 E Lynn Alley, 224-3655. Quick-service diner specializing in double cheeseburgers and home-cooked meals; breakfast served all day Mon-Thu. Lunches: average $5-$6. Children’s portions. Open for breakfast and lunch Mon-Fri; closed Sat-Sun. DS, MC, V.

Japanese Steak House, 479 N High St, 228-3030. Entrees prepared on tabletop grills; specialties include filet mignon, NY strip steak and seafood. Appetizers also available in lounge. Liquor; small wine list; sake; bar. Dinners: $12-$25. Children’s menu for dinner only. Open for lunch Mon-Fri, dinner Mon-Sat; closed Sun. Reservations suggested. AE, DS, MC, V.

Jury Room, 22 E Mound St, 220-0964. Pub fare with daily specials; specialties include cheese steak, burgers, charcoal grilled wings, salads and build-your-own quesadillas. Liquor; small wine list; bar. Items: $3-$9. Open for lunch, dinner and late night 7 days, brunch Sat-Sun. AE, DS, MC, V.

Knead, 505 N High St, 228-6323. Urban diner with eclectic American cuisine; specialties include Cuban sandwich, red and green chili enchiladas, homemade  pizzas and pastas and a seasonally changing menu. Liquor; moderate wine list; microbrews; bar. Dinners: $8-$20. Children’s menu. Open for lunch and dinner Tue-Fri, brunch Sat-Sun; closed Mon. Checks, AE, DS, MC, V.

Kooma, 37 Vine St, 224-3239. Fusion Japanese cuisine. Liquor; moderate wine list; bar. Deejay on Fri. Open for lunch Mon-Fri, dinner Mon-Sat; closed Sun. Reservations accepted. AE, CB, DC, DS, JCB, MC, V.

Latitude 41, 50 N Third St, 233-7541. Modern American cuisine featuring local ingredients and a newly printed menu daily. Liquor; complete wine list; bar. Entrees: $15-$24. Children’s menu. Open for breakfast and dinner 7 days, lunch Mon-Sat. AE, DS, MC, V.

Lee’s China Kitchen, 65 E State St, 228-3011. Specialties include pad Thai noodles, wor sui gai, Hunan chicken, General Tso’s chicken and Singapore-style rice noodles. Dinners: $8-$13. Open for lunch and dinner Mon-Sat till 7 pm; closed Sun. AE, DS, MC, V.

Lexi’s on Third, 100 E Broad St, 229-5394. High-end deli; specialtes include corned beef, gyros and pastrami. Moderate wine list; beer. Lunch: $6-$8. Children’s portions. Outdoor dining. Open for breakfast and lunch Mon-Fri; closed Sat-Sun. Reservations accepted. AE, DS, MC, V.

Little Palace, 240 S Fourth St, 460-8888. American casual cuisine; specialties include sandwiches, neapolitan pizza and stromboli. Liqour; moderate wine list; bar. Dinners: $5-$10. Deejay on Sun and fourth Thu of the month. Open for lunch, dinner and late night 7 days, brunch Sun. AE, DS, MC, V.

M, 2 Miranova Pl, Suite 100, 629-0000. Eclectic American cuisine; specialties include Chilean sea bass, filet mignon, twin lobster tail, ahi tuna and veal mignon. Liquor; extensive wine list; bar. Dinners: $9-$35. Children’s portions. Outdoor dining. Open for dinner Mon-Sat; closed Sun. Reservations suggested. AE, DC, DS, MC, V.

Main Bar, 16 W Main St, 228-3129. Pub fare; specialties include half-pound Angus burger, veggie burger, pizza, quarter-pound hot dogs and Italian sausage. Liquor; small wine list; bar. Items: $2-$6. Outdoor dining. Open for lunch and dinner 7 days. AE, DS, MC, V.

Market 65, 65 E State St, 564-6565. Emphasis on fresh ingredients; featuring blackened cobb salad, Tuscan orzo salad, homemade dressing and salads made to order. Salads: $7-$13. Children’s portions. Outdoor dining. Open 7:30 am-8 pm Mon-Fri; closed Sat-Sun. Checks, AE, DS, MC, V.

The Market Stand Café, 350 N High St (in Hyatt Regency Columbus), 280-3082. Americanized world cuisine; specialties include breakfast buffet with omelet station, grilled Tuscany salad, chicken tortilla soup and grilled sandwiches. Liquor; complete wine list. Entrees: $11-$28. Children’s menu. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days. Reservations suggested. AE, DC, DS, MC, V.

Martini Modern Italian, 445 N High St, 224-8259. High-energy restaurant with Italian techniques and cosmopolitan atmosphere; specialties include heirloom beet salad, chicken marsala and shrimp diavola. Liquor; extensive Italian wine list; bar. Dinners: $14-$37. Children’s menu. Open for dinner 7 days. Reservations suggested. AE, DC, DS, MC, V.

Max & Erma’s on the Boulevard, 55 E Nationwide Blvd, 228-5555. A casual restaurant featuring burgers, steak, pasta and salads. Liquor; small wine list; bar. Dinners: $7-$19. Children’s menu. Outdoor dining. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days. AE, DS, MC, V.

Milestone 229, 229 Civic Center Dr, 427-0276. Comfort food with a twist; specialties include sandwiches, steak, seafood, pizza, soups and salads. Liquor; complete wine list; bar. Items: $5-$23. Outdoor dining. Open for lunch and dinner 7 days. AE, DS, MC, V.

Mitchell’s Steakhouse, 45 N Third St, 621-2333. Cosmopolitan steakhouse; specialties include hand selected steaks, chops, Maryland crab cakes and filet mignon Oscar. Liquor; extensive wine list; bar. Dinners: $31-$45. Children’s portions. Open for lunch Mon-Fri, dinner 7 days. Reservations accepted. AE, DC, DS, MC, V.

Mozaik Modern Lounge & Tapas, 51 Vine St, 469-1000. Lounge featuring tapas, small plates and handcrafted specialty drinks with fresh ingredients. Liquor; moderate wine list; bar. Dinners: $6-$14. Deejays Thu-Sat eve. Open for dinner Wed-Sat; closed Sun-Tue. Reservations accepted for large parties. AE, DS, MC, V.

North Market, 59 Spruce St, 463-9664. Home to a variety of merchants selling fresh and prepared foods. Outdoor dining. Live music Sat. Open for lunch 7 days, dinner Tue-Fri till 7 pm, Sat-Sun till 5 pm; check with individual merchants for exact hours.

          Best of the Wurst, 469-8778. Specialties include panini, gourmet hot dogs, wraps and sandwiches made with Boar’s Head deli meats. Lunches: $3-$7. Children’s portions. AE, DS, MC, V.

          Clever Crow Pizza, 375-1686. Unique cornbread-style pizzas. AE, DS, MC, V.

          Expressly Market Bakery & Bistro, 223-9655. Soups, salads, sandwiches, crepes and baked goods. Lunches: $3-$10. DS, MC, V.

          Firdous Express, 221-4444. Mediterranean cuisine; specialties include Moroccan chicken, roast leg of lamb, hummus, falafel and 32 kinds of baklava. Lunches: $4-$7. Checks, AE, DS, MC, V.

          The Fish Guys, 228-4903. Sandwiches, seafood salads and soups. Items: $5-$10. AE, DS, MC, V.

          Flavors of India, 228-1955. Northern Indian cuisine; specialties include chicken tikki makhani and vegetarian specials. Lunches: $5-$9. Checks, DS, MC, V.

          Heil’s Family Deli, 461-4778. Homemade salads, hot meals and desserts; specialties include homemade meatloaf sandwich on egg challah and 15 salads daily. Lunches: $6-$9. Children’s portions. Checks.

          Holy Smoke BBQ, 223-0322. Smoked brisket, pulled pork, turkey, ribs and sides. Items: $3-$16. AE, DS, MC, V.

          Kitchen Little, 221-7237. Specialties include chicken and waffles, cassoulet, bison burgers, chicken cutlets and homemade greens, all made with fresh ingredients. Items: $3-$10. Children’s portions. Brunch Sat. Checks, AE, DS, MC, V. 

          Lan Viet Market, 221-0777. Fresh and authentic Vietnamese dishes including pho, spring rolls and summer rolls. Items: $2-$5.

          Mozart’s Bakery, 227-0441. Bakery featuring tortes, pastries, cookies and specialty coffees. Items: $2-$27. DS, MC, V.

          Nida’s Sushi, 228-4470. Sushi bar serving sashimi, rice rolls and California rolls. Lunches: $4-$10. DS, MC, V.

          North Market Poultry and Game, 221-7237. Variety of chicken, turkey, bison and salads. All meat and dairy items are from responsible local farmers. Items: $5-$10. DS, MC, V.

          Pastaria, 228-2850. Italian cuisine including pasta and chicken with 20 different sauces and a variety of salads. Lunches: $5-$10. Children’s portions. Checks, AE, DS, MC, V.

          Sarefino’s Pizzeria and Italian Deli, 228-7300. NY-style pizza, strombolis, calzones and 11 signature subs. Items: $5-$11. Checks, AE, DS, MC, V.

          Taste of Belgium, 224-0986. Variety of crepes, Liège-style waffles and espresso drinks. Items: $3.50-$6.50. AE, DS, MC, V.

The Palette Café, 480 E Broad St (in the Columbus Museum of Art), 221-6801. Grab-and-go-style meals with prepared sandwiches, salads and desserts. Lunches: $7-$8. Outdoor dining in Sculpture Garden. Open for lunch Tue-Sun; closed Mon. AE, DS, MC, V.

Phillip’s Original Coney Island, 450 W Broad St, 221-8288. In business for 99 years, a fourth-generation family business. Coney Islands are the specialty along with a variety of soups and sandwiches. Sandwiches: $2-$6. Children’s menu. Open Mon-Sat 10:30 am-6 pm; closed Sun. Reservations accepted for large parties. DS, MC, V.

The Plantain Café, 77 E Gay St, 464-2822. Cuban cuisine featuring the Cuban sandwich and rice and chicken. Lunches: $8-$10. Outdoor dining. Open Mon-Sat 11 am-8 pm, Sun 11 am-3 pm. Reservations accepted. DS, MC, V.

The Plaza Restaurant and Lounge, 75 E State St (in Sheraton Columbus at Capitol Square), 365-4550. Contemporary American cuisine. Liquor; moderate wine list; bar. Entrees: $12-$19. Children’s menu. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days. Reservations accepted. AE, DS, MC, V.

Ringside Cafe, 19 N Pearl St, 228-7464. Established in 1897. Boxing-themed restaurant with American-style food; specialties include gourmet burgers, sandwiches and salads. Liquor; small wine list; imported beer; bar. Lunches: $5-$12. Outdoor dining. Open for lunch, dinner and late night Mon-Fri, closed Sat-Sun. AE, DS, MC, V.

Saigon Palace Restaurant, 114 N Front St, 464-3325. Vietnamese and contemporary Asian cuisine; specialties include chicken with lemongrass, shrimp pad Thai, vermicelli herbal salad, Oriental shrimp noodle and Vietnamese noodle soup. Dinners: $7-$12. Children’s menu. Open for lunch Mon-Fri, dinner Mon-Sat; closed Sun. Reservations suggested for parties of 3 or more. DS, MC, V.

Si Señor Latin Café, 20 E Long St, 227-0070. American cuisine with a Latin twist; specialties include Chicharron, meatloaf sandwich, turkey breast sandwich with fresh turkey and au jus, chipotle chicken sandwich and tres leches cake. Lunches: $6-$7.50. Children’s portions. Open for lunch Mon-Sat; closed Sun. AE, DS, MC, V.

The Spaghetti Warehouse, 397 W Broad St, 464-0143. Italian restaurant divided into several rooms (one containing a full-size streetcar in which patrons can be served). Specialties include four-cheese manicotti, lasagna, fettuccine and chicken Parmesan. Liquor; moderate wine list; bar. Dinners: $7-$17. Children’s menu. Game room. Open for lunch and dinner 7 days. Reservations accepted for parties of 10 or more. AE, DC, DS, MC, V.

Sunny Street Café, 277 W Nationwide Blvd, 222-3008. Regional American home-style cuisine featuring breakfast and lunch; specialties include French toast crunch, steak and eggs and chicken salad with fresh fruit. Meals: $5-$8. Children’s menu. Outdoor dining. Open for breakfast and lunch 6:30 am-2:30 pm 7 days, dinner during special events downtown. AE, DS, MC, V.

Ted’s Montana Grill, 191 W Nationwide Blvd, 227-0013. Classic American comfort food, including chicken, beef or bison sandwiches prepared 20 ways, a variety of steaks and specials. Liquor; moderate wine list; bar. Dinners: $8-$32. Children’s menu. Outdoor dining. Open for lunch and dinner 7 days. AE, DS, MC, V.

Tip Top Kitchen and Cocktails, 73 E Gay St, 221-8300. Serving Ohio comfort food; specialties include blue ribbon pot roast dinner and two-wheel discount all the time. Liquor; moderate wine list; craft beers including Barley’s beer; whiskey list; bar. Entrees: $8-$14. Outdoor dining. Open for lunch, dinner and late night 7 days, brunch Sat-Sun. AE, DS, MC, V.

Town Street Bar & Grill, 175 E Town St, 221-3281. Classic American cuisine; specialties include pasta, Angus burgers, meatloaf, pretzel bread sandwiches and chicken tenders. Liquor; moderate wine list; bar. Dinners: $8-$22. Children’s menu. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days. Reservations accepted. AE, DS, MC, V.

Urban Spirit Coffee Shop, 893 E Long St, 253-7778. Coffee shop featuring specialty coffee drinks, sandwiches, pastries and hot dogs. Items: $3-$5. Outdoor dining. Live entertainment including poetry Tue, jazz Thu. Art gallery. Open Mon-Fri 7:30 am-7 pm, Sat 10 am-7 pm; closed Sun. Reservations accepted. Checks, DS, MC, V.

Warehouse Café, 243 N Fifth St, 224-3134. Home cooked meals; specialties include kebabs, baked garlic lemon chicken and daily specials. Lunches: $1-$7. Children’s portions. Open for breakfast and lunch Mon-Sat; closed Sun. Reservations accepted. Checks, DS, MC, V.

Zuppa Downtown, 180 E Broad St, 225-9220. Casual Italian deli; specialties include breakfast croissant sandwiches, homemade soups, breads, wraps and espresso. Lunches: $4-$7. Open for breakfast and lunch Mon-Fri; closed Sat-Sun. AE, MC, V.