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Guests from across Ohio come for our Famous "55" Salad, Wild Mushroom Bisque, and Aztec Chowder but leave raving about the fresh seafood and delicious steaks. Owned and operated by local restaurateurs Darren Greene and Cliff Madden, the Polaris Grill delivers the best dining experience in North Columbus.
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Marsha H.
Jun 13, 2022
Service was good food just fair came out cold and had to send back husband fish and chips were tasteless glad it wasn't my last meal
Ryan B.
May 25, 2022
My son requested a "fancy" birthday dinner and I was delighted to find that this spot had filet on the kids' menu! We sat on the lovely patio and enjoyed attentive service from Rachel. I had Parmesan crusted chicken which was yummy (although the veggies were slightly overcooked). I thought the food pricing was a little high for what we got, but overall it was a nice experience.
Brad G.
May 22, 2022
Nice hidden gem near where my son and family now live. Met a friend from my college years for lunch based upon Yelp reviews and location. Service was very friendly and very prompt. We both had the Walleye Almandine and it was delicious. Great spot!
Camille B.
May 11, 2022
I love this restaurant. It is one of our favorites. I usually get the walleye. It has a great nut crust and the sauce around it is wonderful. I usually do not get the risotto it comes with because I don't like risotto. It came perfect the crust crispy the fish tender and the sauce yummy. Our waiter Brice was in training and he did a perfect job. He exceeded our expectations and got us whatever we needed.
Garrett Y.
May 07, 2022
Yum! I brought my mother-in-law here for an early Mother's Day dinner. It was already hopping at 5:30 pm! There was clearly a large pre-prom crowd. Polaris Grill is tucked behind a the 4 Points Hotel so it may be difficult to find if you don't have GPS or have never been before. I got the prime rib and got it perfectly rare. The entree came with a baked potato and vegetable medley.

So good! My MIL got crab cakes and she said they were excellent. But she didn't understand why they came with two sauces :- They had an extensive dessert menu. We got a banana cream pie to share. The Graham cracker crus was so good and there were banana chunks throughout the custard filling. Service was attentive and quick. Definitely a place worth checking out!
Crystal K.
May 01, 2022
Our family truly enjoyed brunch at Polaris Grill today. I saw on a fb post it was one of the best places in town for brunch. Made a reservation for 11:30am last night, arrived at 11:15 and was immediately seated. Our server was great, checked back with us many times. We started with Irish coffee, Bellini and Cajun Bloody Mary, all were pretty good and strong. 3 of the 4 of us got the berry waffles and the other western omelette all were delicious except for the turkey sausage, opt out and get the bacon. The bacon was cooked to perfection, the sausage was under cooked and just yuck. The waffles were delicious and so filling.
Nick Albright
Apr 26, 2022
Really good! Excellent quality food and great staff. If I had the ability to, I'd rate it 4.5. the food quality was great, but every dish I tried had a smooth/mild thing going on. That's perfect for the Pane de Grill. But I would like a little more commitment from something like the Louisiana Gulf Shrimp. I'll definitely be back to try other dishes. :
Boca Randall
Apr 25, 2022
Me and my family enjoyed brunch at Sunday morning. We ordered bbq ribs with fries, wild Berry waffles with cheddar grits, poached eggs and English muffin with fruit, breakfast burrito and a quesadilla. Everything was prepared hot and service was good as well.
Mary Lynn K.
Apr 08, 2022
Excellent happy hour! I now regularly crave the mushroom bisque and the 55 salad is always a hit! My husband loves the chicken tenders and the bbq sauce they make to go with them is unique and phenomenal!
Jessica R. TrinityRisky
Mar 20, 2022
I am impressed! The level of service was awesome, our waiter was very attentive, we had our waters refilled regularly (but not overly to the point of annoyance). The menu offered a great selection and even had a Mardi Gras selection. I ended up getting the '55' side salad, it was so good! The lettuce was fresh and crisp, bacon was crunchy, dressing was awesome.

A very nice array of textures. Highly recommend that salad. For my meal I had the salmon shiitake asparagus fettuccine. It was so good! There was a nice selection of shiitake mushrooms as well as just white cap mushrooms. The Alfredo sauce was super good, it wasn't overly oily, it didn't break, it wasn't overpowering to the dish. Asparagus was nicely chopped into bite size pieces making it not awkward to eat.

The salmon was cooked wonderfully and they had a nice big chunks within the fettuccine. Overall very good! I didn't feel like the bill was too high, but I would say that it would be very easy to rack up a decent bill. It was a party of three. Three. We all ordered water and I believe most of our dishes were under 20 per person, The total bill came up to $77 and some change.

The parking lot is pretty easy to get in and out of there's multiple access points. It's located off of the Polaris parkway so there's plenty of things to do in the area. They had a beautiful bar setup and it looked like it had a very nice selection. I would recommend checking this place out, I would say it's probably something good for like a family meal or special occasions. I know that I definitely plan on coming back
Elijah B.
Mar 07, 2022
Very average and clearly frozen food. Very limited beer selection. The food wasn't bad, just disappointing that you can tell it was all frozen. About as good as it gets without fresh ingredients. Pricy for what it is, essentially a fancy Applebee's for food quality but taste wasn't bad. Needs a renovation, a smaller menu, and fresher food to be really worth the trip. Went for a work event so didn't have to pick up the tab.
Annabelle Haas
Feb 10, 2022
We loved our dining experience. Our server Andrew was dynamic, the place buzzed with locals and first time guests, and the menu selection is outstanding. We'll visit again on our way to OU.
Nicole Smith
Feb 08, 2022
Restaurant week menu was amazing. Everything was cooked to perfection and my server was amazing! That 55 dressing OMG!
Ali B.
Dec 05, 2021
The meals were delicious! We had the dried cherry pork chop and the veal basil (pictured). Both meals were incredible. We had enough to bring home for another night and it was just as delicious the next day. I had a seasonal martini that was also very good!
Lexi Vitale
Nov 23, 2021
5 stars no doubt. Salmon Oscar for me and my boyfriend had the Orange Crusted Halibut, both were DELICIOUS! We're visiting from out of town so asked our server, Sarah, where to head next to check out shops & drinks, she had perfect recommendations. Service here is great & quick too!
Jayme T.
Nov 23, 2021
First time here and it was awesome. The restaurant is understated but very nice and airy and very clean. The place was packed on a Tuesday afternoon so that should tell you something. I started with the mushroom bisque. So good with just the right amount of spice. I had the fried greens tomatoes and shrimp stack off the appetizers for my main meal.

It was delicious. And also huge. There were about ten perfectly cooked shrimp and 3 or 4 yummy fried green tomatoes. My MIL had the Aztec chili and the 55 salad with shrimp. Both looked delicious. Add a couple glasses of wine and it was the perfect way to kick off Thanksgiving week. Can't wait to come back.
Scott L.
Oct 31, 2021
Excellent food, atmosphere, and service Friendly greeting from host. Server was very friendly and efficient without being overbearing. One of our favorite spots. Consistently top notch.
Paul G.
Oct 19, 2021
Great restaurant with amazing staff! My family was driving through town with our child and was expedited through our meal without sacrifice to the experience. The stuff was beyond helpful and we look forward to coming back for those delicious crab cakes
Kate W.
Oct 13, 2021
My family and I came here as it used to be my grandmas favorite restaurant and we wanted to celebrate her. We had a rather large party and the restaurant was very accommodating to us. The actual restaurant is very cute and looks clean. However, their restrooms seem like they could use some more attention. The staff was so kind, friendly, and welcoming to us.

They were also very attentive when refilling drinks and checking on us throughout the meal. The food was good, but I felt some things could use more flavor and the spicy dishes were not super spicy. I tried the Louisiana gulf shrimp appetizer, the appetizer platter, the shrimp & scallop New Orleans pasta, the creme brulee, and the chocolate mousse cake.

I felt the New Orleans dishes could have been spicier as they were marked spicy on the menu, but everything else was fantastic. My favorite was definitely the chocolate mousse and I would love to come back and have it again! Overall the service was wonderful and the food was pretty good.
Gwen W.
Oct 01, 2021
A group of friends met for brunch. I liked my Breakfast Quesadillas, they were pretty run-of-the-mill tasty. I loved the tomato and onion mesh, I'd totally buy a container full if they sold it by the gallon. The chipotle aioli was very mild and not overpowering, which is exactly how I like it. Prices seemed pretty reasonable; there were a few higher priced items, I would hope the quality would meet the match if I'm back.
Laura W.
Sep 25, 2021
Such a Diamond in the ruff. I think ppl forget about this gem. Calamari rocked. Mushroom bisque. Salad. Filets came with mashed potatoes and steamed veggies. Cocktails flowed. Two glasses of Malbec. Our reservation was for 7 pm. We showed up at 630. Still gave us options where to sit. I love this place.
Christine Y.
Aug 22, 2021
The menu is very diverse and the service is first rate. The food was good, but I wasn't wowed by it. The mashed potatoes are tasty and loaded with garlic and salt. I found the chicken and vegetables a little bland in comparison. Overall, a very pleasant experience and I would dine here again. I appreciate their wine selection and like the choices they offer. We celebrated a birthday and I would recommend the venue for a large party. They know what they're doing!
Dan W.
Aug 14, 2021
It has been so long since I've been here that I forgot how good this place is. For lunch I had the Blackened Chicken Carbonara which was served with cream sauce, prosciutto ham, tomatoes, peas and blackened chicken. This dish was fantastic. The pasta and chicken were cooked perfectly and the seasoning on the chicken was delicious.
Michael G.
Jul 12, 2021
So, Polaris Grill has been in the Polaris area for 25 years. That's downright exceptional don't you think. Date night with another couple who lives in Westerville, and they were the choosers. We were ok with it since we were returning from a visit to Delaware. Lots of menu choices that reminded me of a very good 80s restaurant.but everything worked.

It was crowded, very good table service, and the choices we made from the extensive menu were all prepared nicely. I'm thinking it was an overall very good experience and I'm thrilled a restaurant has been pushing out good dining for 25 years. Well maintained bathrooms, thanks for that. We are fans, but it is far from our base.
Brandi G.
Jul 09, 2021
Came here for brunch, we were seated promptly, waiter was prompt knowledgeable and attentive. The food was yummy, love that they had non pork options for breakfast meats. The drinks were delicious!
Rissa Strong
May 20, 2021
This place was phenomenal! Excellent service and quality food. Pleasant and peaceful atmosphere and staff were very accommodating and everyone wished my partner a happy birthday! Thoroughly enjoyed every moment here, and they made the day so special. I can't wait to come back!
Mike K.
Jan 14, 2021
We wanted to go somewhere upscale for my birthday and wifie picked polaris grill. It has a nice atmosphere and it is a great place for special occasions. The service was good. Both wifie and I had had the "55" salad which was awesome. Wifie had their parmesan chicken which came garlic mashed potatoes and a vegetable medley. She really liked it but I thought it was overcooked and dry.

I had a special they were having of a peice of salmon, a very small fillet, a crabcake with garlic mashed potatoes and the vegetable medley. I thought the salmon was really good, the filet was good and I was not impressed by the crab cake. The potatoes were good and so were the veggies. The whole experience was good. not great. It is not bad but not memorable.