• Banner 1
  • Banner 2
  • Banner 3

Welcome to Rye River Social

"Rye River Social" is a versatile dining spot in Columbus, OH, offering a range of unique features from their self-seating model to their diverse menu options. With a focus on providing a cool vibe, quick service, and delicious food, they cater to a variety of dietary preferences including pescatarian and vegan. The atmosphere is enhanced by plants, great music, and attentive staff, making it a standout choice for happy hours, brunch, or casual dining. Notable dishes such as garlic fries, three cheese tots, and the smash burger showcase the culinary creativity and quality at Rye River Social. A must-visit destination for those seeking a memorable dining experience.

LOCATIONS
  • Rye River Social
    955 W 5th Ave, Columbus, OH 43212, United States
    955 W 5th Ave, Columbus, OH 43212, United States Hotline: +1 614-429-3835

Rye River Social is a Southern New American gastropub located at 955 W 5th Ave in Columbus, OH. This Veteran-owned establishment offers a wide range of amenities including garage parking, outdoor seating, and free Wi-Fi. The menu boasts pescatarian and vegan options, ensuring there is something for everyone.

Customer reviews rave about the cool vibe and quick service at Rye River Social. Dishes like the garlic fries, curry, fish and chips, and brunch items like the breakfast burrito and Cuban French Toast receive high praise. The donut burger and three cheese tots are also standout menu items.

While some reviews mention pricing on the higher side, the generous portions and excellent quality of the food make it worth it. Happy hour specials, extensive drink options, and attentive service add to the overall experience. With options for outdoor seating, private dining, and even drive-thru service, Rye River Social truly caters to a diverse range of diners.

Whether you're in for a quick lunch, a work luncheon, or a leisurely brunch, Rye River Social offers a unique dining experience in Columbus. With its upscale casual vibe and diverse menu offerings, it's a hidden gem waiting to be discovered by food lovers in the area.

START YOUR REVIEW OF Rye River Social
Samantha H.
Samantha H.

I went to Rye River Social for happy hour. They were implementing a new model of self seating and ordering only at the bar. The vibe was very cool.. many plants and great music. Our drinks and food arrived very quickly. We ordered garlic fries for an appetizer which came out very warm and were nice and crisp (and gluten free). My husband ordered the curry which he really enjoyed. I ordered the ranch wings which were dry rubbed and gluten free however I did feel that they were quite dry. Overall enjoyed the experience and would come back for happy hour!

Rena S.
Rena S.

I came here for a work luncheon in a Friday before Christmas. They were well prepared for our group and the servers were attentive. My coworkers ordered the sangria which they said was not well mixed and they did not enjoy it very much. We shared the pimento cheese spread and the three cheese tots. The cheese ball was ok but the tots were outstanding. 5/5! I ordered the fish and chips - this was a large portion and the breading was nice and crispy without being overly greasy. My friend ordered the smash burger which was well undercooked. She could not eat it. They offered to bring her something else but she had lost her appetite so they gave her a $25 gift card and offered to buy her a dessert. I thought that was very fair of them. I felt the menu was very pricey for a lunch but appropriate for a dinner.

Megan C.
Megan C.

I always enjoy my trips to Rye River Social! This was my first time checking out the brunch menu. It was so hard to choose my entree because everything looked amazing. I went with the breakfast burrito. My burrito came out without eggs and they were quick to bring out my correct order. I really enjoyed the burrito, the toppings were everything I could dream of for a breakfast burrito! My boyfriend ordered the donut burger and loved it. The service was a little slower than normal, but I think they were short staffed so it's understandable. Will definitely be back to try more items!

Julia G.
Julia G.

A delicious and quick brunch! The Breakfast Burrito was delicious, but what was really great was the side of smashed crispy potatoes that come with it. Perfectly seasoned and crispy, an awesome surprise! I don't normally enjoy a sweet breakfast, but the Cuban French Toast was amazing. The sugar was crusted on the outside and the inside was so pillowy soft. Super awesome. I made a reservation to sit outside and the restaurant was practically empty (inside and out) and the waitress was acting like they might not be able to seat us outside? A little strange but it worked out! Underrated place and I enjoyed every menu item we tried! Seems to be fairly empty here so I hope things are alright here!

Rome L.
Rome L.

Originally came in as an accident, our original destination was closed, and this was open and down the street. The host greeted us, and sat us immediately. I ultimately decided to have a burger after giving the menu a once over. The smash burger honestly surpassed my expectations. Just a very fantastic burger experience, from the cheese pull, juicy meat, and it was cooked exactly to order. R&R host great ambiance, I loved the decor, and over all vibe. And the fact that they have 2 shuffle board tables in the back gives the EXTRA point s from me. Love that they have a very extensive menu, so everyone should be able to find something to suit their needs. That being said it is in the pricier side, so not everyone will find something in their price range. Though they do portion generously so you'll feel like you've gotten your money's worth. Great location for a upscale casual vibe

Saphace A.
Saphace A.

Came for happy hour on a Thursday! I had made a reservation but they weren't busy and didn't seem to get much busier the rest of the evening. They do have a large parking lot which I didn't know about so I parked at a nearby garage. They've got outdoor and indoor seating but we sat inside. They did have all the windows open. The happy hour deal is fabulous! Discounted drinks and 25% off apps. Generous portions with the apps too! We were all pretty full. And there were 5 of us! We got Brussels sprouts, duck fat popcorn, poutine, and wings (maple bourbon and garlic). The Brussels sprouts were amazing! Perfect crispness and well seasoned. The duck fat was also good. Poutine was alright. Good but nothing special. The wings were my least favorite. Tender and fall off the bone but the flavors were weird. Just not my favorite at all. I would skip it. Overall, not a bad time! The large portions for apps is a selling point. Drinks were good too! I got a Moscow mule that I slowly sipped on. Service was good! Our server did a great job coming around to check on us and made good suggestions from the menu. It's a nice vibe though! Lots of seating inside. High ceilings and large TVs with the games. They also have an upstairs area which seemed like it was something you had to reserve? Not sure. I'm also not sure why they aren't more popular. Especially for the fabulous HH deals.

Samantha P.
Samantha P.

I was in Columbus for a weekend and needed a brunch place. After researching I stumbled upon Rye River and I'm so glad I did. Their brunch menu is a Columbus brunch hidden gem! They are more well known for being more of a brewery/bar/night scene but they should be put on the map for their brunch. The inside is super spacious with high ceilings and a modern industrial feel. We had a large party with a baby and they were very accommodating. The service was exceptional. Everyone also loved what they got. When I'm back in Columbus I'm going to try everything to go back to try more items from their yummy menu!