Restaurants in Columbus, GA: Six Places for Different Plans |
From a diner breakfast to an evening near the river, these Columbus restaurants make it easier to pick a place that fits the meal. |
Choosing a restaurant in Columbus depends on the plan. A quick breakfast calls for something different from a leisurely dinner downtown, and a group ordering pizza may care more about convenience than a formal setting. These six spots cover several common dining occasions without pretending one address fits everyone.
The list draws on each business's own website and Columbus visitor information. Check the restaurant's current menu and hours before you go, especially on holidays or when dining with a large group. Menus, prices, and service windows can change.
Breakfast or lunch: Ruth Ann's Restaurant
For a diner meal, Ruth Ann's Restaurant on Veterans Parkway is a straightforward choice. Its site says it serves breakfast and lunch throughout the day, with dine-in and carry-out available. That makes it useful for a late breakfast when not everyone at the table wants the same meal.
The restaurant describes itself as a family diner. Its own site is also the best place to confirm today's schedule and any reservation guidance. If you are organizing a family meal, check the table size before heading over.
Southern plates: Minnie's Uptown Restaurant
Minnie's Uptown Restaurant offers the familiar meat-and-sides format: choose an entrée, add vegetables or other sides, and finish with bread. The online menu includes chicken, meatloaf, greens, beans, and macaroni and cheese, though offerings vary by day. This is a good pick when you want a Southern plate rather than a long evening out.
Minnie's is located on 8th Street. Review its daily menu and ordering status before you visit; the menu page may display items even when online ordering is offline. |
 Illustrative restaurant meal. Photo by Tima Miroshnichenko on Pexels |
Pizza night: Cerrone's Brick Oven Pizzeria
For groups that want pizza without debating toppings for an hour, Cerrone's Brick Oven Pizzeria serves New York-style brick-oven pizza; its menu also includes calzones, pasta, garlic knots, and burrata caprese, so non-pizza eaters still have options.
Cerrone's offers online ordering, delivery, and a mobile app, which makes it a practical pick when the plan is takeout rather than a sit-down meal. Call ahead at (706) 221-2778 to check current wait times for a larger order.
Dinner downtown: 11th and Bay Southern Table
11th and Bay Southern Table sits at 1050 Bay Avenue, with a Southern-style dinner menu served Tuesday through Saturday evenings; it's closed Sunday and Monday. The restaurant takes reservations online and requires 24 hours' notice to cancel or reschedule; parties larger than eight are asked to call or email directly.
Online ordering with curbside pickup is also available for pickup. Confirm the restaurant's current hours and party-size policy on its site before booking, especially around holidays. |
 Illustrative pizza table. Photo by Cup of Couple on Pexels |
Italian or seafood: Mabella and Saltcellar
Two further dinner options serve different appetites. Mabella describes its Uptown restaurant as Italian dining just off Broadway. Saltcellar on 1st Avenue emphasizes seafood, cocktails, and desserts. Both are better choices when the meal itself is the main activity, and both publish current contact and service information on their sites.
For either one, review the menu before inviting guests. Dietary needs, a special occasion, or a tight schedule may change the best choice. This guide narrows the field: start with the meal you want, then confirm the details directly with the restaurant. |
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Good reminder to check Minnie's ordering status first. Seeing food on the menu doesn't always mean online ordering is open, and I'd rather know before leaving home.
Thanks for pointing that out. Minnie's menu page can show dishes even when online ordering is offline, so it's worth checking the ordering status before you go.
Tasha WilliamsYep, I’ve made that mistake before. Checking the ordering status saves an unnecessary trip.
I wouldn't pick Minnie's if I wanted a long dinner, but that's kind of the point. Sometimes you just want meatloaf, greens, and a seat.
Exactly, that's the appeal of a straightforward Southern plate. Minnie's menu lists meatloaf and greens, though the day's offerings may vary.
Marcus J.Exactly. A plate of meatloaf and greens sounds pretty good when you don’t want to make a whole evening of it.
Does Ruth Ann's usually have room for a bigger family table at lunch? We've only gone as a pair, and it sounds like an easy place to meet up.
Ruth Ann's could be a convenient lunch meetup, but we can't confirm space for a larger table. We'd check with the restaurant before bringing the whole family.
Nina P.I’d call ahead if you’re bringing a bigger group, especially around lunch. It’s a nice spot when everyone wants something different.
Minnie's on 8th Street is worth considering for a quick Southern plate. I like that the daily menu can change, though I always check before heading over.
Derek CollinsSame here. I usually decide what I want after I see what they have that day.
Thanks for sharing that. Checking Minnie's daily menu before heading over is a smart move, since the offerings can change.
Ruth Ann's is a solid pick when our family can't agree on breakfast or lunch. We usually end up there after a slow Saturday morning.
Laura M.That’s our Saturday problem too. Having breakfast and lunch on the table keeps everybody happy.
That sounds like just the sort of outing Ruth Ann's suits. Its all-day breakfast and lunch options give everyone a little flexibility.