Columbus Consolidated Government and the Courts of Muscogee County will hold a ribbon-cutting for the John D. Allen Judicial Center on Friday, October 30, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. The ceremony will take place at 100 10th Street. The city's October 23 press release invites community members and the media.

What to expect

Chief Justice Nels S.D. Peterson of the Supreme Court of Georgia is the special guest speaker. City and judicial leaders will also speak, including reflections on Judge Allen's contributions to the community. A tour of the building follows immediately after the ribbon-cutting.

Mayor Skip Henderson said in the release: “The project reflects the value of collaboration among public officials, judicial leaders, and community partners.” Fountain City News also reported details of the ceremony.

Getting there

10th Street between 1st Avenue and 2nd Avenue closes beginning at 11:30 a.m. to prepare for the ceremony. The city advises drivers to plan alternate routes and allow extra travel time. The release does not give a reopening time or say where visitors should park.

For questions, the release lists Ryan Pruett, the city's Inspections & Codes director, at 706-225-3878.

A casual dinner or a group table

The Tipsy Oak at 301 E. Front Street is a downtown option for burgers, shareable food and drinks. Its website also posts a separate brunch menu. The restaurant lists later closing times on Friday and Saturday than on weekdays, but confirm kitchen service before assuming the dining room stays open as late as the bar. Its menu and current hours are the best check before a night out.

Babe's Chicken Dinner House at 230 N. Center Street offers a different kind of group meal. Its Arlington page describes family-style sides served with entrees such as fried chicken, chicken fried steak, and catfish. That format suits diners who want to share the table's sides, though guests should review the current menu for individual entrée prices and any dietary needs. The restaurant's location page has the latest service details.

Beyond the downtown cluster

Prince Lebanese Grill at 502 W. Randol Mill Road lists dine in, takeout and catering. Its menu includes grilled meats and Mediterranean dishes, making it a useful change of pace from the barbecue and burger choices above. The menu page can show live ordering status, which may differ from dining room hours; call or check the location page before a late visit.

For breakfast, Pioneer Restaurant at 306 109th Street says it serves breakfast all day. Its site currently lists 6 am to 2 pm Monday through Saturday and 7 am to 2 pm Sunday. The breakfast menu includes egg combinations and diner staples. It is a practical early option when a long day in Arlington starts before most lunch spots open.

How to use this guide

Choose by neighborhood and meal time first, then check the venue's own menu, hours and ordering options. The Arlington tourism restaurant directory can help with more cuisines and locations, while its stadium area dining guide is useful on event days. This is a selected guide, not a claim that these are the city's only or highest rated restaurants. If parking, accessibility, reservations or a dietary restriction matters to your visit, confirm it directly with the restaurant before leaving.