Zaytoon Mediterranean Grill

Third Columbus-based location for Mediterranean grill featuring customizable bowls with meats, proteins, vegetables and sauces. Located in retail center near Target store.

Easy Out

New sports bar opening in former Ohio Inn space, part of Buildings and Food concepts. Features wall-to-wall screens, vintage Cleveland sports memorabilia, bar food menu overseen by VP of Culinary Jill Vedaa with chef Vance Case in kitchen.

Dudley’s Downtown

Expansion of Dudley’s Pizza from Damascus. New downtown Alliance location will handle catering and offer elevated experience. Plans to hire 15-20 employees. City Council approved $175,000 loan for the project.

183-key hotel at Hall of Fame Village

183-key hotel to be constructed at the Hall of Fame Village campus adjacent to the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Part of $135 million financing deal secured by HOFV Holdings in partnership with the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

K Vida

New Mexican restaurant concept described as ‘the evolution of Mexican dining in Columbus’ replacing former Zaftig Brewery location in Italian Village. Features handcrafted dishes, authentic flavors, and vibrant dining experience.

Bojangles

Bojangles expanding to Lancaster location featuring drive-thru, introduced by franchisee Jeff Rigsby who plans to bring 15 locations to Ohio. Project approved by Lancaster Board of Zoning Appeals.

Sexton’s Pizza

Columbus-based pizza company opening fifth location inside Little Grand Market food hall, replacing Grant’s Pizza shop. Known for crispy pies including classic pepperoni, Kevin Bacon with smoky and candied bacon, and East Village pepperoni.

Yogi’s Bar & Grill

Popular sports bar chain expanding to New Albany location, joining plaza with Chi Thai Restaurant. Fifth Columbus location for the company. Updated menu planned for April release.

Hampton Inn

New Hampton Inn hotel to be built behind Olive Garden in Piqua. Construction scheduled to begin soon following groundbreaking ceremony.

Lox Bagel Shop

Nationally recognized bagel shop expanding to Polaris area in Columbus. Known for hand-rolled, boiled, and baked bagels that blend New York and Montreal styles. Featured in Bon Appétit and Food & Wine magazines.