Alqueria

New American restaurant · The Short North

Alqueria

New American restaurant · The Short North

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247 King Ave, Columbus, OH 43201

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Nestled in the Victorian Village, Alqueria serves up elevated farm-to-table dishes with a cozy ambiance, making it perfect for both casual bites and special nights out.  

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247 King Ave, Columbus, OH 43201 Get directions

alqueriacolumbus.com
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"Tucked outside the hustle and bustle of campus, Alqueria conjures a rustic farmhouse kitchen, turning out impressive farm-to-table fare. Start with a trio of spiced lion’s mane, trumpet, and maitake mushrooms with sourdough toast, before digging into entrees like braised beef short ribs and crispy braised pork shank. Alqueria is a hidden gem." - Angela Lee

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Alyson

Google
The food and staff are excellent! S/O to Tom - a personable bartender, who made my solo dining experience an incredible one! 💕 I ordered the shrimp and grits, Strawberry Blitz cocktail (seasonal, and incredible), and for dessert the Banana tart (seasonal). [Alyson with Offline ]

Navapat K

Google
Great experience! We went there for the restaurant week and liked everything on the menu. The artichoke was our favorite, hope they gonna put it on permanent menu! We order extra sweet potato fries, they mentioned that it fried twice, but when we ate it's not crispy, but still tastes good. For the main course, pork loin was still too chewy for me. But overall, I love it. Will go back again. :)

Madeline Muñoz (Maddie)

Google
10/10 food - from the ingredients to the flavors, everything about the food was truly outstanding. Perfectly sized portions too! If you are an eater you’ll like having a starter and an entree! The drinks were also interesting and delicious! Friendly staff as well. Definitely want to come back and try more of the menu.

Ashley Hardee

Google
Ashley with Offline - Excellent new happy hour deals! Monday is fried chicken night. The patio is spacious and beautiful. Great, attentive service from Abbye

Patricia Rawls

Google
This was a date night with my husband and we enjoyed the service and atmosphere for the occasion. Food had a great presentation and taste was even better. We had the homemade hummus and blacked salmon that had great texture and well seasoned for taste. Blaine had a welcoming personality and not overbearing. We are looking forward to eating here again soon. Thank you for having them on offline as they are 10 mins from our jobs and never knew they were here.

Paul

Google
Went to dinner this evening with my wife. Had my eye on this place for a few weeks. We were outside on a gorgeous evening. The general atmosphere was laid back and easy going; great aesthetic. We started with the Brussels, they were the highlight - I highly recommend getting them. I had the burger, which was just ok. I didn’t think pimento cheese paired well with the burger. Aside from that, there was nothing special about it, and the hand cut fries were quite under fried. My wife selected the scallops and lemon pepper fettuccine. She enjoyed it a lot, and it looked great. Overall the food was fine, service was attentive and friendly, prices were maybe a tad higher than I think the food was worth.

Braiden Slagle

Google
Visited for the first time on a perfect fall night so everyone was choosing to sit outside. Comfortable patio seating, kind and efficient staff, and massive portions of hearty “home cooked meals.” The fried chicken and braised short ribs were amazing.

Kaitlyn Kisiday

Google
Seriously, this place is amazing. King Ave is well kept enclave of culinary gems. Alqueria landed on menu and Epiphany delivered on great experience. We had so much fun trying to decide which of the shareables to order, and the cocktails were well matched. DO NOT SKIP DESSERT. This is a team of professionals and they know how to leave you wanting more. We’ll be back.

Mel T.

Yelp
Alqueria surpassed my expectations ten fold. You can tell that their food is authentic farm-to-table and is just incredibly fresh. We ordered the shrimp and drunken goat cheese as our appetizers and they proved we made the right decision in choosing Alqueria for dinner. The shrimp, with the oil that it is in, is unrivaled. I would come back just to eat more of this! The lamb and spaghetti squash were also very good. The lamb fell right off the bone. Our server was very sweet to us, offered her suggestions, and always checked in. I do love the intimate feel of the restaurant, however, reservations are necessary since it is a smaller place. The menu changes often which I think is a fun concept, but I am really hoping they don't ever take the shrimp off the menu!

Min S L.

Yelp
visited this farmhouse kitchen with my coworkers after work. There were 10-12 of us we were able to be seated at the back table closes to the restrooms. For starters we had the Cheese & Cured Meats, two of them. I had the Farm House Burger, pimento cheese on the side. The burger was a little over cooked, asked for it to be medium well, came out well. The pimento cheese on the burger was surprising good! One person in our group is gluten free, she asked if they could do grilled chicken breast in lieu of the buttermilk fried chicken, they obligated. She loved the honey hot sauce on the side and the meal in general. This is a nice small quaint place with very good food (at least from what I had) you will enjoy it. Did not notice any off street parking, so heads up.

Syed S.

Yelp
We don't often dine in this part of town because of parking, so on our visit to Alqueria, we deliberately picked a weeknight to avoid parking hassles. Thankfully, we found nearby street parking very easily. The ambiance of the restaurant was warm and cozy, and while small, it still has a couple of longer tables for larger groups (definitely recommend reservations in advance), and also has a full bar. Our server, Cat, was top notch. He was very personable, made great suggestions, and checked in on us regularly throughout the evening. As a restaurant that offers farm-to-table food, the menu here is deliberately condensed. If you are looking for a place with a huge variety of microwaved frozen food options, check out Cheesecake Factory. We ordered the fried chicken and the salmon. Both were delicious. The salmon was cooked to perfection, and the accompanying grits was a nice complement. The chicken is a large portion, and the honey hot sauce elevated its flavor. Even though we were full, we ordered the dark chocolate truffles for dessert, and while they were good, they disappeared fast. As a chocoholic, I do not recommend this as a shareable dessert! All the other menu options looked great, so we will definitely be back here to try them out!

Matt L.

Yelp
Often overlooked, but truly a gem. Seasonal menu with excellent execution. Everything was delicious. The smoked salmon pintxos and the burger were personal favorites. Service was great and they offered strong opinions to make an informed decision. They have a cozy inside and a lovely patio. Alqueria has become a go to for my wife and me.

Les R.

Yelp
I discovered Alqueria Farmhouse Kitchen from Yelp and it is by far one of the best finds. Hands down I recommend the Mushrooms for an appetizer. Second time I have had them and they are phenomenal. If they have the Duck Confit Gnocchi that is a must too. Confit is pronounced kawn-fee if you're wondering, I always second guess it. Ambience - is an upscale-rustic setting and they carry out the farmhouse motif within. It's a great vibe. Parking - Parking is always a bit challenging in the area but street parking is available on King Ave via the Park Columbus and ParkMobile App. Reservations - definitely a good choice given limited seating. To book reservations, you can visit www.alqueriacolumbus.com or you can go to tbdine.com Definitely recommend dining here. It's a higher price point but everything tastes so good. Locally sourced where possible and definitely farm fresh in flavor.

Antora S.

Yelp
We made a reservation for a Monday night and we actually arrived at the restaurant about half our early. Soon as we went in, we were seated right away. Since we went on a Monday night, we didn't have any issue with parking. We found parking right front of the restaurant. The place is very warm and cozy with friendly staffs. Our server Cat, was great, friendly and attentive. We ordered the pan roasted blackened salmon and the buttermilk fried chicken for the entrée. Salmon was cooked and seasoned to perfection. The fried chicken was on top of pureed potatoes, broccolini, and a hot honey sauce. It was delish. For desert, we ordered the dark decadent truffles drizzled with salted caramel salt. The chocolate was very rich, but the salted caramel gave it a nice balance. Overall, we had a great experience. Definitely recommend and will come back to try other dishes on the menu.

Eric M.

Yelp
Absolutely one of my favorite restaurants in Columbus, and conveniently located next to the Bottle Shop which is such a cool bar and beer/wine store. Incredible 1-2 punch and the half-off bottles of sparkling wine make for a great Monday dinner. Because why not? Alqueria is a farm-to-table style restaurant and as a fan of farm-to-table it's probably the best in Columbus and rivals similar style restaurants anywhere I've been in the world. I've also been fortunate enough to book their large dining table for a group and it was a blast! Though one downside is that room with everyone talking can get as loud as a concert. Seriously. I also enjoyed their crème brûlée though the crème was just a tad bit burnt in some spots. Decent bourbon selection at fair prices. Great food. What's not to love?

Briana S.

Yelp
I went here a couple weeks ago with my friends before our eyeball and had a great experience. The location is right before Victorian Village. There is only street parking so keep that in mind. The outside decor is really nice with the lights and the inside was nice and homey as well. We had a reservation so we were seated right away and put our orders in fairly quickly. My boyfriend and I shared the shrimp appetizer. It was delicious. The shrimp was cooked perfectly. The oil and red pepper flakes were delicious with the bread. For our entree, we split the short rib. It was good but will probably try something else next time. The mule I got for my drink was delicious. I definitely could have had another. Overall, we had a great time and I would go back to try something new!

Yue B.

Yelp
Highly recommended for a date night. The ambience is nice and the patio is super cute. Went there with my girlfriend and we both loved our entrees. I got the lamb chop with roasted potatoes, not sure what they put in the sauce but it was bomb dot com. I have super picky Asian taste bud too. Lamb was really tender. Girlfriend has been there before and loved their fried chicken. Service is great as well. Took one star off because of the Brussel sprouts appetizer. It was undercooked but we didn't bother to mention. Overall will recommend and May try again with hubby soon

James H.

Yelp
Menu is interesting and the food and drink were terrific! Atmosphere is also very nice. Definitely going back. Service was very good as well.

Mark R.

Yelp
Delicious farm-to-table restaurant with friendly, knowledgeable service in a charming converted (what seemed to be) house. We will be back!

Ron F.

Yelp
Great little spot in the Victorian Village area. Service was very good and the food was delicious. Give them a try, you will not be disappointed.

Abbie S.

Yelp
I attended Alqueria for a yelp event and completely forgot to make a reservation. The host was very nice and accommodating and was able to get my friend and I a spot. They brought us out our Yelp menus and got our cocktail out right away. The Brussel sprouts were so delicious, the main course however was very garlicky. The cocktail was a sweet bourbon drink, it was a good sipper. I would go back again and check out more of the menu!

Courtney P.

Yelp
I had a friend meet me her for dinner and it was so delicious. I can't even tell you - all of the dishes were so flavorful and incredible. We got 5 starters to split between the two of us. It filled us up for dinner! We got the best salad, pork belly dish, mushroom dish, sweet potatoes, and the green artichoke hummus. It was all amazing!! It is farm to table foods and you can tell it is such good quality. Also it was happy hour so each of the plates was $2 which was a great perk! I would love to come back here and try more amazing dishes!

Oneya O.

Yelp
Some meals are simply flawless. This was one of those meals. From the capable, attentive service, to the comfortable dining room, to the creative and comforting cuisine, Alqueria delivered. We began with the Brussels sprouts, pork belly, and bread and butter. Each bite of the brussels sprouts with the blue cheese and apricot was delightful. The rich cheese, bitter brussels, and sweet apricot complement each other in a way I never would have imagined. Our favorite, though, was the pork belly. The creative accompaniments tasted reminiscent of a southern chow chow. The flavor brought back memories of home and elevated the pork belly itself to another level. We continued with the duck confit gnocchi. Having this dish was like eating a lovely French stew by a fireplace. Too full for dessert, we were completely satisfied by our Alqueria experience.

HayHay Z.

Yelp
Exceptional food and service in this hidden gem of a restaurant. Loved the vibe and will definitely return if I ever find myself in the area again.

Jennifer B.

Yelp
We visited this restaurant while here for our daughter's orientation at the Ohio State University. We found it on Yelp and from the reviews the place looked like a great place to eat. The restaurant is small but very welcoming with a very nice vibe. The food was amazing, I had the short ribs and my husband had the buttermilk fried chicken. The beef short ribs were so tender and the sauce was delicious, don't even get me started about the potatoes - they were divine. I was worried that the chicken might be dry but it was very juicy. We finished with bread pudding, it too was quite delicious. The parking is the only con but it can be found, you just might have to walk a bit. I would definitely recommend this restaurant, you won't be disappointed.

Arthur L.

Yelp
Farmhouse Kitchen indeed. Great fresh food that both tastes and looks exquisite. The ambiance is setup very farmesque with inside plants and packaging from fresh feed that was given to animals. While it still maintained a casual feel you definitely can have a family dinner or romantic dinner here too. We found the staff to be both helpful, attentive and extremely pleasant. From the moment we entered to the time we left we felt comfortable like eating at a family member's home but more upscale. Tips to make your visit a success: 1) Get multiple appetizers. The appetizer are portioned for you to be able to the try several and still enjoy your entrée. So you won't spoil your meal by getting your heart's desire when it come to their delicious appetizers. 2) From Farm to Kitchen to Table in record time. Though busy our dinner service was not a long one and we ordered multiple menu items. Their service was spectacular in this regard. So even if there's a wait to be seated you won't wait long for your meal. Make a stop here no matter the occasion for a great meal and experience!!

Fidel B.

Yelp
We had a fantastic date night here! The buttermilk fried chicken lived up to my long-standing desire to experience it. It was wonderfully seasoned and fried. Our server was not just amiable but also very helpful, and the service was excellent. Every dish is incredibly fresh and tasty. I heartily endorse!

Elise F.

Yelp
My friends and I came here before a special event around 5:30pm on a Saturday. We were able to make reservations for 11, which was great! We walked to the restaurant because we live just across the street. We were seated at a long table in the back of the restaurant. The restaurant is semi-casual classy with dim lighting, which makes sense because it's slightly pricey. Our server was very tentative and made sure to be available whenever we needed something. He continuously checked on us and remained close by. I ordered the buttermilk fried chicken. Thankfully, our served warned us as we sat down that this meal takes a little longer to prepare than some of the other dishes, as everything is made in house. Because of this, my meal was able to come out at the same time as everyone else. The chicken was a little difficult to eat in my opinion. I probably shouldn't have ordered something that required me to use my hands so much before a nice event (lol). Regardless, the mashed potatoes and the broccolini were seasoned perfectly. Next time I visit, I'd like to try the farm house burger. A few people at my table ordered the burger, and I was jealous it looked so good!!

Kevin H.

Yelp
Absolutely delicious loved everything especially the pork belly appetizer. Great bar setting and Tom was awesome

Mallory H.

Yelp
Went for 614 restaurant week!! The set menu was delicious! I definitely want to go back and try their regular menu. I love the farm to table fresh vibe that Alqueria offers.

Claire R.

Yelp
I was so glad to finally be able to try this restaurant! It's within walking distance of my house and I was very intrigued by the "farm to table" aspect. I was not disappointed. We started with drinks and I got the smooth rider. This cocktail was good, but I'm honestly not sure how much of any alcohol was in it. The ice cube overwhelmed the glass and the drink didn't really taste like bourbon. But still good, next time I will try another cocktail. The server asked us if we wanted bread for the table, to which one of my friends responded "yes! 2". I don't think she knew they had a cost and the server posed the question as if it was complimentary. Because we now are paying $16 for some slices of bread and butter, we decided to not to anymore appetizers which was disappointing. The seasonal butter seemed like a garden veggie variety and didn't carry much flavor. The salmon definitely stole the show and made up for these other factors! Perfectly cooked salmon and the grits had the most interesting flavor profile I have had in grits. Absolutely delicious. I am glad I tried this restaurant, but it is definitely not going to be somewhere I frequent on the regular due to the prices. For a special occasion, it would be great! A small cozy restaurant with an inviting atmosphere.

YM C.

Yelp
Service was great from start to finish. Very friendly and very attentive. We came on Saturday as soon as they opened for service. We ordered their brussel sprouts (definitely order this) and mushrooms apps. We had lamb shank and the buttermilk fried chicken. Both solid dishes. Their cheesecake dessert was very good. The pistachios on the whipped cream down to the wafer was very memorable. We sat outside and it was a pleasant afternoon in the summer. Very laid back with adult vibes. Plenty of parking on the street and behind the res

Sarah H.

Yelp
I went during restaurant week after wanting to try this place for a long time. We started with the ginger limeaid that was amazing and so refreshing. The shrimp starter was really delicious and so was the quinoa salad. I had the chicken as my entree, sadly the skin was not crisp and I had to remove it in order to eat it, I hate the texture of soft chicken skin. The grits had no texture which I wasn't used to with grits, the sauce wasn't very flavorful and everything just sort of tasted the same. My sister in law had the short ribs which were very good. We ended with the salted caramel creme brûlée and the chocolate cake both were okay.

Josephine H.

Yelp
Really cool atmosphere and friendly, attentive staff. The food was delicious and came out quickly. We had the Los Cameros cheese and spicy Spanish salami, beet salad, duck confit gnocchi and steak entrees, and the salted caramel crème brulée.

Eve R.

Yelp
We finally tried Alqueria for a special dinner with friends last night. What an absolutely awesome dinner! So many people had recommended Alqueria to us - and the Yelp reviews were very positive. I was excited to try it! It was so hard to choose from the seasonal mains on offer, but I went with the ribeye steak which was one of the most flavorful steaks I've ever had. The space is cozy and small. It's a pricy menu but absolutely unpretentious or fussy. It's welcoming and comfortable with a very well executed menu. Everything was perfect from start to finish. Service was awesome and so friendly (thanks Alicia!) Other mains we had were scallops special, pork shank, and short ribs. Everyone loved what they had. Wines we had were Pinot noir, Cabernet, and the Spanish red temperanillo (mine - def a new favorite.) Desserts were tried also and were good! Apple cheesecake and a spiced bread pudding (mine choice.) I enjoyed the flavor of the bread pudding but I would have liked it more with more custard. That would be my only tiny criticism. All in all, I would highly recommend! The reviews are very accurate. I can't wait to come back and especially looking forward to their pretty patio!

Talor B.

Yelp
Excellent! Went in for a birthday dinner and it was so beautiful out we decided to eat on their patio. Service was friendly and prompt! The menu is simple but had a lot of great options. For our starter we got the bread and butter. Bread was soft and came with a seasonal tomato butter. For my entree I got the pork shank on the menu. It honestly reminded me of an elevated bbq meal honestly. The pork definitely fell off the bone. The greens were vinegary with a little kick. The grits may have been my favorite thing on the plate though! My bf really enjoyed his pork shank and it came with local ramps. Overall I will definitely be back. Interested in trying the fried chicken next time!!!

Kalah Rae F.

Yelp
What a pleasure it was to finally visit Alqueria. I made a reservation for a Friday night with 4 other friends. The restaurant is small with simple decor and a mini patio out front. The service from the start was super professional from seating us at an amazing corner table, to the knowledge and passion given when describing the foods. We ended up with pork shank, short ribs, shrimp, and the sampler charcuterie that had one of everything. The pork shank and short ribs were cooked perfectly. We all ate every bite of our entrees! The charcuterie was incredible, especially the duck, which I am picky about. Really it was all fantastic. I loved the smoked salt on my cocktail. It's definitely one of my favorite newer restaurants I have visited in Columbus lately.

Michael Y.

Yelp
I've been wanting to try Alqueria for a while - like the vibe of the place and food concept. However, the food was disappointing-- overly salty both of our mains. The service was great and atmosphere is welcoming. Missed on the food. May have to try it again... but hesitant.

Nhu L.

Yelp
Absolutely love the service here! The ambiance is chill but very nice. We came here for a birthday dinner and although we didn't get a birthday dessert singing, everything else was amazing! I really enjoyed the lamb shank and sweet potato apps. I would definitely recommend this place as it's farm to table! Fresh ingredients!

John B.

Yelp
"F-R-E-S-H. Fresh, fresh, fresh! Yo, that's fresh!" Quote from the fresh 3 mc's in the 80's. Everything tastes fresh. Great service also. The food... As always I ask suggestions from our server and Alexis said go with the fried chicken and pork chops. Well that's what we did. Let's start with the chicken. The chicken was cooked perfect. Just know it's a half of a chicken and will take about 30 minutes. Just get a cocktail and you will be fine. So I got Bookers bourbon and it made the night great. Back to the chicken. It was very moist again and cooked perfectly. It didn't have a great crunch or bold southern flavor to it. It was their version of fried chicken. It's not bad just don't expect southern fried chicken. The veggies were also cooked perfectly. The potatoes were not memorable so it's just a potato. This dish was a good version of fried chicken. The pork chop was cooked perfectly. It's a thick cut so use a knife. Normally the meat closes to the bone is the most tasty. In this case it wasn't . The entire chop had a consistent flavor. Again it's not southern style with that savory soul flavor that when you bite it it takes you back to your childhood down south or even to Grandmas house for me. What you do get is fresh tasting perfectly cooked food. In closing it's not a place I would bring a friend from down south. However I would bring a friend from Canada because of the lack of deep flavor. The ambiance of the place is nice. Parking is not great. However I'm giving them 4 stars because I didn't base it on southern cooking I based it on their version of southern cooking. If you want southern style this isn't the place. My suggestion is they should give bread. You need that to sop up the juice and to push the Veggies on to your fork. There was not any bread with either dish. So I'm taking a star away for that.

Ken J.

Yelp
Looking at moving to Columbus. If this is the way things are here, we're there. (Got that?) Very comfortable, attractive store in a comfortable, attractive area. Server Alexis was similar, as were a couple of guys who appear to be owners: professional, yet comforting and, well, attractive. Food was outstanding, and a reasonable value for the quality. My wife's pork chop was moist and very tasty. That's no small feat - it's very easy to turn a pork chop into leather. Her Manhattan that she ordered made with fancy-pants whiskey (Booker's) went well with it. Seems a shame to mix on top of Booker's, but yum. My gnocchi with chicken was similarly outstanding, and went well with the local Cover Crop ale. We came back a couple of nights later to sit at the bar. I don't remember the bartender's name, but she deserves kudos for her service and, again, comfortable manner (hands down!). Go there!

Suzanne P.

Yelp
A couple of friends and I met here for a holiday dinner. We tried a bunch of items (they are def smaller portions) and shared. Loved the ambiance and service. Food was excellent.

Marisol P.

Yelp
Great patio! Really yummy food! Great happy hour specials! Truly can't go wrong in the warm weather.

Kathy T.

Yelp
Brought my team here for dinner--large portions, delicious food, great atmosphere. Folks went crazy for brussels--we had about 5 servings of them with only 11 people in attendance!

Anna H.

Yelp
Wonderful meal for Restaurant Week. This was my first visit and I definitely want to come back for dinner. We sat at the bar for our meal and had great service. My Bourbon Cream Martini was like a dessert. We split the Cream Potato Leek Soup and Arugula Salad. I had the Pan Roasted Chicken Breast and for dessert, the Tres Leches Cake. All fabulous. TIP: The neighboring Bottle Shop is worth stopping in to browse for beer or wine.

Leah R.

Yelp
I went here with my husband for New Years Eve. They had a prix fixed menu and everything looked great. When I called for the reservation they also had me place my order. Ours was simple, we both had the same thing. Hand and cheese fritters to start, which were so good and soft, plenty of filling and big portion. Next we each has a NY strip steak. The sauce was to die for! This came with mashed potatoes and broccolini, all of which was cooked to perfection. For dessert we both had their creme brûlée. This was so sweet but wonderful as well. It came with two sugar cookies which weren't that great and honestly not needed. Regardless the food was amazing and the service was good too. This was my second experience with them and no complaints either time. We shall be back!

Payal P.

Yelp
My all time favorite restaurant in all of Columbus. As a vegetarian, I love their farm to table menu. I have never been disappointed since visiting them 6 times in the last 1.5 years since moving to Columbus!! Highly recommend, you will never be disappointed from the food, service, to the atmosphere. Plus their menu is always changing so you get a great variety of things to try depending on what season you are in. P.S. the Brussel sprouts are the BEST I have had country wide!! A must try when you visit :)

Christina M.

Yelp
Everything is exceptional. The staff, the food, the ambience are all 5 stars. We had a reservation at 8:15 and it was packed (probably from restaurant week, unsure if it's always that packed). They sat us as quickly as possible, water was at our table as soon as we sat down, and our waitress was super kind and on top of everything, but gave us space to wnjoy. Every single thing on the menu sounded amazing, so it was hard to pick. The arugula salad and leek soup were amazing. Salmon was cooked perfectly, and the Brussels and grits added a lot of flavor. Absolutely recommend to friends, family, strangers, etc. The only hard thing here was finding parking.

Jenn G.

Yelp
This restaurant is a gem! Atmosphere is minimal and cute. Service was great- our server was energetic, knowledgeable and patient with us gals who were chatting it up. Not one thing was mediocre that was put on our table to eat/drink. Everything was delicious! I recommend the chef's cheese and meat plate: a good smattering of each! Everyone was gushing about how delicious and generous their entrée was! We had the scallops, cod cakes, and lamb drumsticks- each one of us took a to go box because the portions were so large! There are more things I want to try on the menu- so I will go back and highly recommend it!

Joe R.

Yelp
First, let me start with the bottom line: Alqueria is in my experience the best farm-to-table restaurant for your money in North America. And I've lived in NYC and California, and travel a lot to foodie towns like Birmingham, Nashville, Austin, and San Francisco. My wife and I have been to Alqueria about half a dozen times in the two years we've lived here in Columbus. Each time we go we leave wondering why on earth we bother going anywhere else for dinner. I'm shocked how few people in this town know about this hidden gem. OK, so on to the details. I'll describe our order from last night. But for the most part we ate things we've had before because once is not enough. The food. The appetizers, which do change with the seasons (and maybe the week), are crowd favorite items, done differently. You've had Brussels spouts but not like Alqueria's. Crispy and bursting with flavor. Fried green tomatoes: the most lightly crispy and flavorful and fresh I've ever had. Bread and artisan butter? Get it. We didn't have salad last night but every time we do it's perfectly (ie not overly) dressed so you can taste the greens but appreciate the art in the dressing. Mains. OK so we always get the fried chicken. It's ridiculous. Trust me. Last night we also got the hamburger. Also ridiculous. This town knows how to do these American staples. And even with stiff completion, Alqueria makes them both next level. Beyond burgers and fried chicken, the menu always includes some creative gourmet inventions. We've previously enjoyed duck, lamb, and fish options. Always bursting with flavor yet light. (One disappointment: in our last two visits, the Shrimp and Grits was not on the menu. My gosh if these aren't the best ever. Seriously. Please bring 'em back!) And next, the drinks. OK so there are places that are know specifically for their mixed concoctions. Alqueria deserves to be on the list, here. As much attention goes into the drinks as anything else on the menu. The drinks here are Art. I recommend trying something new. Usually I drink only bourbon but last night the waiter -- who was perfect in every way, and came to visit just the right amount of times without bothering, and made excellent suggestions -- the waiter suggested some spicy tequila thing. Wasn't too spicy. Just enough to cause a sparkle in the mouth. Gosh was it good. And dessert. Always something new each time you go. Last night sadly we were too stuffed to try anything. But every time we have, it's been delicious. My recommendation: go with a group so you can try the whole menu! But also this is a great place for a date or, I imagine, a business dinner. Outdoor seating is extremely enjoyable, and the indoor decor feels like a farmhouse. Both are great options depending on the time of year. The prices: this is subjective but in my opinion, compared to the norm for mediocre fancy in the Short North and German Village, the menu items are extremely reasonably priced. That's part of the delight of Alqueria. You won't feel robbed. Many restaurants in Columbus seem to trying their best to contribute to regional inflation these days. I am glad Alqueria is not one of them. Finally, given the focus on farm fresh produce, be sure to go to Alqueria during the summer. That's when it's most special. Winter is great too, but the summer menu is not to be missed. How this place isn't on every single top 10 list for Columbus boggles the mind. It is #1.

Nutan C.

Yelp
Alqueria Farmhouse Kitchen is wonderful. My colleague and I were in Columbus for 2 nights and came here because the reviews were so good. We loved it! The service was awesome! We shared a cheese plate and 3 starters and all were delicious! Highly recommend

Carolin S.

Yelp
Went to Alqueria last night for our anniversary and it was amazing! The food was soooo delicious, 10/10 recommend the fried chicken. The crispy pork belly was also amazing. Our waitress and bartender were extremely nice and personable and the ambiance has a quiet soothing vibe to it. Would definitely go here again!

Annie L.

Yelp
Ohhh get the Brussels sprouts! My friend and I was visiting Columbus and found this place through Yelp. She ordered their buttermilk fried chicken which was the special of the day, and I had the Brussels sprouts that were probably one of the best I've had. To make our early dinner even better, it was happy hour on various bourbons. The ones our server recommended were amazing, I wish I remembered what they were. Service and food were great, glad we were able to stop by on our way out of Columbus.

K W.

Yelp
This was the best meal I've had in a long time definitely in the top 3. I'm dragging my coworker back every-time we come to town. I love when flavors are thoughtfully put together and eating food becomes an experience. I also love when it's sourced locally. My coworker also said it was one of the best meals he's probably ever had. Brussels, mushroom starter and fried green tomato with burrata were perfect. Each offered something different. My pork shank perfectly paired with the grits, collard greens and smidge of BBQ sauce. I can't wait to come back.

Anna S.

Yelp
I really enjoyed Alqueria and would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for something unique and hip in Columbus. The atmosphere has a chic urban feel that makes you feel welcomed and inspired. We started off with the charcuterie board which was awesome, especially the smoked duck! This was my first time trying smoked duck and I loved it. We devoured this too fast for me to remember to get photos. Everything on the menu sounded amazing so it was a difficult decision but I went for the curry shrimp dish. I was in the mood for seafood and I was really interested in this curry dish. It was very rich and delicious and I nearly cleaned my plate! I had a glass of Pino Noir and then a Tempranillo. I love both styles of wine but I will say the Tempranillo was by far the better glass of wine from their selection (photo below). Overall it was a great experience and I plan to return!

Valeri P.

Yelp
Visited from out of state and we decided to try this place. The service was excellent and the food was even better. We got sat outdoors in a really cute patio. Try this place! You won't be disappointed

Ray R.

Yelp
Food was super impressive. Third and Hollywood level vibe but less expensive. The sweet potato appetizer had a sauce that was unbelievable, and the Brussels sprouts (and yes, that is a capitol "B" according to the google) were absolutely delish. Interior was cool but not special, and I imagine the outside dining in warm weather would be perfect on a cool evening. Main courses were hit or miss, with the braised short rib being a bit too dry and the steak being perfect. My only disappointment was the service. I can't tell if it was too casual, or just indifference, but it sure seemed like the latter. Call me old school, but when someone says "thank you" for doing something (like filling waters or clearing plates) the least you can do is say "you're welcome". Maybe take it up a notch and hit me with a Chick-fil-A level "my pleasure". But not responding at all and just walking away each time?!? That sure feels like indifference, maybe borderline annoyance. If the service were as high quality as the food, this place would be in the top 3 places in the city, hands down.

patrick m.

Yelp
Alqueria is our new go-to restaurant. It is always excellent and the service is outstanding. Their burger is maybe the best in Columbus and the Brussels are so tasty. Literally everything we've ever ordered here has been delicious. If we want out-of-towners to leave with a good impression of Cbus, we take them to Alqueria.