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01
Woodhouse Vegan restaurant, photo: Woodhouse Vegan (業主)

Woodhouse Vegan

Columbus · Vegan
GF·CoeliacC
VeganA+
VegA+
DairyA+
EggA+

The entire venue operates as a fully vegan restaurant, café, and bakery. Every dish and every ingredient is 100% vegan. No animal products are kept on the premises, which makes cross‑contamination with non‑vegan ingredients structurally impossible.

02
GF·CoeliacB
VeganA+
VegA+

The venue is a 100% vegan bakery and coffee shop. Every review and listing source confirms that all food is vegan; the menu is completely plant-based. No animal products are used in any dish. This is effectively a dedicated vegan kitchen, eliminating cross-contamination risk for vegan diners.

03
4th & State restaurant, photo: 4th & State (業主)

4th & State

Columbus · Vegan · Vegetarian
GF·CoeliacB
VeganA
VegE
NutA

According to its own claim, the restaurant is 100% vegan, and multiple third-party sources confirm this. Because every dish is plant-based by design, no dedicated vegan labelling is necessary. Cross-contamination with animal products is structurally impossible.

04
Agni restaurant, photo: Agni (業主)

Agni

Columbus · Fine dining
GF·CoeliacB
VeganA
VegA
NutE
DairyC
ShellE

Multiple HappyCow reviews state the kitchen alters every course to be vegan upon request, and that menu accommodations are part of the restaurant's culture. The MenuToEat guide lists 2 vegan options from its programmatic analysis. While the venue is not a dedicated vegan restaurant, the kitchen appears to fully adapt tasting menus for vegan diners, suggesting strong reliability.

05
Gluten Free Biscuits by Daddy-O restaurant, photo: Gluten Free Biscuits by Daddy-O (業主)

Gluten Free Biscuits by Daddy-O

Columbus · Bakery · €⁠€
GF·CoeliacA
VeganE
VegE

This venue operates a 100% dedicated gluten-free kitchen. The owner runs the kitchen and uses only certified gluten-free ingredients alongside naturally gluten-free ones. A dedicated gluten-free fryer and separate kitchen space are maintained. Staff will clean the kitchen area or change gloves. The owner states the venue only produces and sells gluten-free items. No accredited certification from a recognised body is in evidence, though the owner’s statement and multiple community reviews confirm a fully dedicated setup. The community insight tool also notes a ‘NOT good for dairy-free’ flag, so dairy-free diners should proceed with caution.

Monunknown
Tueunknown
Wedunknown
Thuunknown
Friunknown
Satunknown
Sununknown
EvidenceOpen evidence file
06
Heirloom Café restaurant, photo: Heirloom Café (業主)

Heirloom Café

Columbus · Cafe · €⁠€
GF·CoeliacE
VeganB
VegA
NutE
DairyE
EggE
SoyE
ShellE
HalalE
KosherE
FODMAPE
SugarE
PescE
KetoE

Heirloom Café markets itself as a vegan and vegetarian café on its homepage, a clear commitment to vegetarian offerings. The menu is heavily plant-based. Blog coverage reinforces this vegetarian identity. No dedicated equipment or separate kitchen is noted, but the venue’s entire concept accommodates vegetarian diners as a primary focus. Marked menu signals are present.

Mon7am to 4pm
Tue7am to 4pm
Wed7am to 4pm
Thu7am to 4pm
Fri7am to 4pm
Sat8am to 4pm
Sun8am to 4pm
EvidenceOpen evidence file
07
Portia's Cafe restaurant, photo: Portia's Cafe (業主)

Portia's Cafe

Columbus · Vegan · Cafe
GF·CoeliacC
VeganA
VegA
NutD
DairyA
EggA
SoyC

The venue states it uses no animal products in any of its foods, and the entire menu is plant-based. No animal-derived ingredients are present in the kitchen, making it reliably vegan.

08
Illustrative photo for Tasty Dawg, photo: Anna Pelzer on Unsplashstock

Tasty Dawg

Uptown District · Vegan · Vegetarian
GF·CoeliacB
VeganB
VegE

Menu offers a gluten-free bun option ($1.50 upcharge) and staff are trained to avoid cross-contamination by using a separate microwave and cleaning the prep area. However, the kitchen is shared with gluten-containing items (pretzel buns, croutons) and the venue explicitly states it is not a dedicated gluten-free facility. Coeliac diners report positive experiences but should confirm protocols with staff.

09
Pierogi Mountain restaurant, photo: Pierogi Mountain (業主)

Pierogi Mountain

Columbus ·
GF·CoeliacC
VeganB
VegB
NutE
DairyB
EggE
SoyE
ShellE
KetoE

The menu clearly marks vegan items with a dedicated icon, and the venue states at least half the menu is always vegan. However, the kitchen is shared and one review reports a staff mistake where regular sour cream was served instead of vegan. Ask staff to confirm your order is fully vegan.

Honest caveat, One review describes receiving regular sour cream instead of vegan after ordering a vegan dish.
10
Marcella's restaurant, photo: Marcella's (業主)

Marcella's

Columbus · Fine dining · Italian
GF·CoeliacB
VeganE
VegE

Marcella's marks gluten-free friendly options on the menu and staff are generally knowledgeable, but the kitchen is shared with gluten-containing foods and is not dedicated gluten-free. Separate ovens and pasta pots are claimed by management, though some diners report inconsistencies and incidents of being served gluten-containing items. Cross-contact is possible; verify precautions with your server.

Honest caveat, Multiple reports of diners being served regular (gluten-containing) items despite ordering gluten-free.
11
The Pearl restaurant, photo: The Pearl (業主)

The Pearl

Columbus · Brunch · Seafood
GF·CoeliacB
VeganE
VegC

The Pearl's menu marks gluten-free items and a dedicated fryer is widely reported by community reviewers. However, the venue's own website does not display allergen markings in the source text, and one review quotes a menu disclaimer that there are no dedicated GF areas. Staff knowledge varies. Call ahead to confirm current practices for coeliac safety.

Honest caveat, One community review reports a customer getting sick after dining; another quotes a menu disclaimer that dedicated GF areas are not provided.
12
Brassica in the Short North restaurant, photo: Brassica in the Short North (業主)

Brassica in the Short North

Columbus · Mediterranean
GF·CoeliacE
VeganE
VegE
NutB

A Spokin campus guide states the kitchen is "completely nut free," though that information comes from a single user review, not the venue itself. The official menu page links to an allergen guide PDF that may provide more detail. Call ahead to confirm current nut-free practices.

Honest caveat, The nut-free claim is from a single unverified source; no independent confirmation of dedicated equipment or cross-contact protocols.
13
Basi Italia restaurant, photo: Basi Italia (業主)

Basi Italia

Columbus · Italian · €⁠€
GF·CoeliacB
VeganC
VegE
DairyB

The official FAQ states many dishes are gluten-free or can be made so, and gluten-free pasta is available. Shared-kitchen cross-contamination risk is acknowledged by FindMeGlutenFree's platform disclaimer, which notes the venue is not dedicated gluten-free. Staff handles dietary restrictions well according to two reviewers, but no dedicated equipment or separate prep area is mentioned. Reliable for gluten-conscious diners; coeliacs should call ahead to confirm practices.

Mon5:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Tue5:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Wed5:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Thu5:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Fri5:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Sat5:00 PM to 11:00 PM
SunClosed
EvidenceOpen evidence file
14
Illustrative photo for Comune, photo: Toa Heftiba on Unsplashstock

Comune

South Columbus ·
GF·CoeliacC
VeganB
VegB
NutC
DairyC
EggC
SoyC
ShellE

The menu uses (v) and (v+) tags to identify vegan and vegan-modifiable dishes, and per-item allergen statements list animal-derived ingredients. The kitchen is plant-forward but shared; no dedicated equipment is noted. Staff awareness is not documented. It is reliable for marked vegan options from a shared kitchen.

15
Agape Mediterranean restaurant, photo: Agape Mediterranean (業主)

Agape Mediterranean

Columbus · Fast food · Greek
GF·CoeliacC
VeganB
VegB
NutC
DairyC
EggC
SoyC
ShellC

A bullet point in the Vegan column marks vegan menu items on the official allergen guide. The venue's website disclaimer notes that ingredients cannot be guaranteed to be 100% free of animal products, because of supplier variability and shared preparation areas. No community reports highlight vegan-specific issues beyond generic cross-contact risks.

16
Roots Natural Kitchen restaurant, photo: Roots Natural Kitchen (業主)

Roots Natural Kitchen

Columbus · Vegan · Vegetarian · €⁠€
GF·CoeliacB
VeganE
VegE

Roots Natural Kitchen is not a dedicated gluten-free facility, but staff are trained to change gloves, wash hands, and sanitize surfaces when notified of an allergy. Separate mixing bowls and utensils are used for each order, and the flattop is gluten-free. However, the kitchen is shared and there is no dedicated fryer; a pita chip cross-contact incident has been reported. The online ordering system does not allow allergy notes. Call ahead to confirm current practices.

Honest caveat, A pita chip cross-contact incident was reported by one diner, and the online ordering system does not allow allergy notes.
Mon10:30 AM to 9:00 PM
Tue10:30 AM to 9:00 PM
Wed10:30 AM to 9:00 PM
Thu10:30 AM to 9:00 PM
Fri10:30 AM to 9:00 PM
Sat10:30 AM to 9:00 PM
Sun10:30 AM to 9:00 PM
EvidenceOpen evidence file
17
Trattoria Roma restaurant, photo: Trattoria Roma (業主)

Trattoria Roma

Columbus · Italian · Fine dining
GF·CoeliacB
VeganE
VegE

Trattoria Roma offers a separate gluten-free menu with marked items like GF pasta, bruschetta, and bread. Multiple reviews report knowledgeable staff who ask about allergies and can guide options. However, the kitchen is shared and the venue is not a dedicated gluten-free facility, so the coeliac society disclaimer advises contacting them directly about safety precautions. No dedicated fryer or separate prep area is mentioned in the sources we reviewed.

18
Mazah Mediterranean Eatery restaurant, photo: Mazah Mediterranean Eatery (業主)

Mazah Mediterranean Eatery

Columbus · Mediterranean · Greek
GF·CoeliacC
VeganB
VegB
NutC
DairyC
EggC
SoyE

The venue's own menu marks vegan items clearly, and multiple HappyCow reviews confirm knowledgeable staff who direct vegans to suitable choices and are used to leaving off yoghurt sauce and feta. Some earlier reviews noted that labelling had stopped briefly, but recent reviews confirm it is back. Shared kitchen but staff are trained to accommodate.

19
Crunchwerks restaurant, photo: Crunchwerks (業主)

Crunchwerks

Columbus · Mexican · Vegan
GF·CoeliacB
VeganB
VegC
DairyC

The menu lists a dedicated 'The Vegan' crunch, a 'Vegan Walking Taco', a 'Vegan Taco Trio', and several items that are vegan as-is or can be made vegan, such as Queso & Chips, Crunch Dip Trio, and Crunch Tots. The venue markets itself as 'Vegan Friendly' and lists 'Vegan Food' as a known specialty. No information is available about dedicated equipment, cross-contact management with non-vegan ingredients like meat or cheese, or staff training on vegan preparation. The shared kitchen and grill used for both vegan and non-vegan dishes create a probable cross-contact risk.

20
SŌW Plated restaurant, photo: SŌW Plated (業主)

SŌW Plated

Upper Arlington · Vegan · Vegetarian
GF·CoeliacC
VeganB
VegB
DairyB

Items are marked VEG on the menu and there are many vegetarian-friendly dishes. The shared kitchen carries all major FDA allergens but staff are accustomed to dietary requests. Cross-contact risk is present but options are abundant.

Honest caveat, No dedicated vegetarian kitchen; cross-contact risk.
21
Scotty's Cafe restaurant, photo: Scotty's Cafe (業主)

Scotty's Cafe

Columbus · Brunch · Cafe
GF·CoeliacB
VeganE
VegE

Scotty's Cafe offers gluten-free bread as a substitute on most breakfast and lunch items, and the owner has been reported to personally instruct staff to note 'Celiac' on orders. However, the kitchen is not dedicated gluten-free, and the FindMeGlutenFree listing carries a disclaimer that the venue may not be safe for coeliac diners. Cross-contamination risk is present; call ahead to discuss your needs.

Honest caveat, The FindMeGlutenFree listing explicitly warns that this is not a dedicated gluten-free facility and may not be safe for coeliac disease.
22
Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse restaurant, photo: Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse (業主)

Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse

Columbus · Steak · Fine dining
GF·CoeliacC
VeganE
VegE

Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse provides a separate gluten-free menu and staff are reported to be knowledgeable and accommodating. The kitchen is not dedicated and cross-contamination is possible. Call ahead to discuss your specific needs with the chef.

Honest caveat, The FindMeGlutenFree page includes a disclaimer that the venue is not a dedicated gluten-free facility and may not be safe for celiac disease.
23
Astra Rooftop restaurant, photo: Astra Rooftop (業主)

Astra Rooftop

Columbus ·
GF·CoeliacC
VeganE
VegE

Astra Rooftop marks some gluten-free items on its menu (flatbread, lobster mac and cheese) and has had knowledgeable staff reported by one diner, but the kitchen is shared and uses a common fryer for shrimp. The FindMeGlutenFree listing warns it is not a dedicated facility and may not be safe for coeliac disease.

Honest caveat, The FindMeGlutenFree listing warns the venue is not a dedicated gluten-free facility and may not be safe for coeliac disease.
24
GF·CoeliacE
VeganC
VegC

The kitchen reports that vegan options are available when staff are told about the need. No allergen-marked menu or dedicated equipment has been noted.

Honest caveat, No independent verification of kitchen practice; relies on generic management claims.
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