The Refectory is always a wonderful, high-class experience with great cuisine and consistent, lovely ambiance. Always fun with friends that also appreciate it as such. Join the Refectory Restaurant VIP e-Club to receive an occasional newsletter, as well as exclusive offers directly to your inbox. For an unparalleled dining experience, the Dining Room menu changes often to present amazing seasonal dishes.
The contemporary American and classic French cuisine is perfect for an important business dinner, a special celebration, or simply to celebrate life and treat yourself to an elegant evening out! The historical structure of the Dining Room was originally an 18th century church building. The architecture and majesty of the hand-hewn beams and exposed wooden roof structure creates a unique, relaxed, and quiet candle lit ambiance.
The contemporary American and classic French cuisine is perfect for an important business dinner, a special celebration, or simply to celebrate life and treat yourself to an elegant evening out! The historical structure of the Dining Room was originally an 18th century church building. The architecture and majesty of the hand-hewn beams and exposed wooden roof structure creates a unique, relaxed, and quiet candle lit ambiance.
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Don't forget to pick up a Refectory Gift Card! There is always something worth celebrating, and Refectory Gift Cards make a great celebration gift. Use your gift card in the restaurant, on an online Home Dinner order, or even to order your favorite wine selection from our cellar!
Most of our guests will be in dressy casual or business casual attire, and men may be in suits or sport coats, but honestly whatever you feel comfortable with and whatever befits your occasion for the evening is fine and will not be out of place.
Most of our guests will be in dressy casual or business casual attire, and men may be in suits or sport coats, but honestly whatever you feel comfortable with and whatever befits your occasion for the evening is fine and will not be out of place.
The Refectory Wine Shop is our retail wine store, offering a wide array of wines by the bottle for you to take home and enjoy. With at least 200 well-chosen selections including exclusively discounted wines, there is something for everyone. Also, view our Sommelier Wine Guide for seasonal and allocated wine selections by our Sommelier, Taylor Wolf!
The Refectory is proud of it's wine cellar, offering hundreds of different wine labels across all different price points. Whether you are looking for a casual everyday dinner wine, or that special weekend celebration wine, the Refectory has the wine you are looking for. Taylor Wolf was born and raised in Sandusky, Ohio on Lake Erie and was previously the wine manager at The Columbus Club.
Our award-winning wine cellar features over 700 selections, and throughout the year we offer a variety of opportunities to sample even more. Our sommelier presents various wine tastings featuring different winemakers and themes. Check back often or sign up for the VIP E-Club to be the first to know about upcoming wine events, including, virtual wine tastings and more!
We are so excited to announce that we are now offering dinner and a show in our large Dining Room AND virtual live-streamed concerts through The Refectory's Facebook Page. The Dining Room will allow us to distance all the tables and with an elevated stage, every table will have a good view. Enjoy Chef Richard's Four-Course before the show and then sit back and relax to enjoy the show along with dessert.
Reviews (26)
Christopher C.
Jan 29, 2022
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Muni D.
Jan 23, 2022
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I went for the first time with my husband and we loved it. It has a very rustic, classy, and elevated decor that makes you feel like you're the only people in the whole restaurant. The service was absolutely immaculate. I order the chefs tasting menu and sub the first item for the spinach, egg, and artichoke because I don't eat pork. I didn't particularly enjoy that dish but everything else was absolutely mouth watering. The filet mignon was down right delicious. It's everything and more. The fish dish was so good too! The presentation was so stunning. It was like eating with
Ajit C.
Jan 23, 2022
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Rebecca D.
Jan 22, 2022
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Michael Litano
Jan 22, 2022
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Visited the Refectory for my anniversary dinner. They left a kind note at the table commemorating the 2 year anniversary. The food was fantastic - it’s in tapas style - the meat and seafood courses are too small to be entrees, but are larger than your ordinary tapas plate. There are 5 course recommendations, but we opted for our own selections. We ordered the Cheese Plate, Lobster Bisque, the Angus Sirloin Steak (x2), and the Lamp Lollipops. Each were wonderful and we will absolutely come back. Our only complaint was the time for service. We sat a little after 7:30pm and we didn’t leave until
Payton Paphanchith
Jan 17, 2022
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My boyfriend and I went for his birthday and had a great time. He got the chefs tasting and I got the vegetarian chefs tasting. Both were great. My favorite was the butternut squash soup. The chef sent out an additional course on the house and we got bread. They brought out an additional dessert for his birthday with a candle too. The ambiance was great, intimate, and romantic. Service was fantastic as well. Very beautiful and spacious restaurant that was an old church! Some of the courses were just okay but I had plenty of food and was satisfied. Next time I will just order an entree. Would definitely
Christine McDowell
Jan 17, 2022
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C. W.
Jan 12, 2022
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Merve C.
Jan 07, 2022
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Shea S.
Jan 05, 2022
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Elegant French restaurant with top notch staff and fantastic ambiance. The food was fantastic and the experience was great. We enjoyed every second of it, soiled ourselves for a night. If I had to be picky it was a little drafty in the area we sat but wouldn't have traded it, old wood beams in the spot that was a old church. The cathedral ceilings and decor looked stunning
Gary Mabrey
Dec 20, 2021
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The classic French dining experience, that’s been in NW Columbus for years, does not disappoint. Escargot terrine, lobster bisque, Dover sole, lamb chops, pork shank, mocha chocolate terrine, and the pear tart ordered a la carte. All dishes were excellent and my favorites were the pork shank, sole, and the pear tart. Our 4 course a la carte meal for two with 3 beers and 1 glass of wine cost around $280 with tip so plan on spending some $ to try several plates.
Mike N.
Dec 17, 2021
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Bianca M.
Nov 24, 2021
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Anita S.
Nov 20, 2021
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We have been going here for over 25 years and like fine wine it has only gotten better over time. We've never had a bad meal and when you want to savor your food and not feel rushed this is the place to go. I love the new tasting menu because I love to have a lot of small portions instead of one big plate. You still leave feeling like you've had the best meal! Everything is plated beautifully and the attention to detail is amazing.
Adam C.
Nov 13, 2021
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The Refectory is the only fine-dining French restaurant in humble Columbus, Ohio and as such I was eager to try it a second time. The location is stunning - you're in a 200 year old church with charming wood beams and elegant tables. The floors are original and creaky, though some rooms and tables are better than others. You may consider calling ahead and asking for the main dining room.
The menu is highly seasonal and changes daily. You can choose from appetizers (appetizers $15 and seafood/meat about $30), seafood and meat or follow the prix-fix menu for $110/person. We started with splitting
The menu is highly seasonal and changes daily. You can choose from appetizers (appetizers $15 and seafood/meat about $30), seafood and meat or follow the prix-fix menu for $110/person. We started with splitting
Becky R.
Nov 02, 2021
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Monique C.
Oct 30, 2021
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Everyone was so nice and accommodating. We did have an issue with our meal coming out. But they communicated it and gave us free soup while we waited. The food was so flavorful and awesome!! The cocktails are amazing!! Great experience for our 15 year wedding anniversary!! Joe, our waiter was awesome!!
Bailey Melvina
Oct 20, 2021
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As a French American it is very hard to find authentic French food that satisfies both the tummy and the soul, la Refectory is beyond exceptional C’est magnifique!!! The flavors reminded me of what I would taste in My Mother or Mimi’s Kitchen or something you’d get if you were to travel to central France unfortunately I didn’t have any of the wine as we were celebrating our pregnancy but from the list and the bottle selection from the front they carry an amazing selection. My only critique would be the Crême Brûlée it was a lot lighter and fluffier than I’m used to but still had amazing
Elias Pschernig
Sep 21, 2021
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Michael G.
Sep 18, 2021
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A Friday night visit at one of our favorite restaurants, ever. I'm so happy to see the restaurant has emerged from Covid....stronger. It's a great story.
So their menu is different, but the same. I love the small plate concept. Even though portions and prices are reduced, the quality is the same 5*. It gives you the opportunity to try more items. Our four top had 10 different items and we swapped around.
Wine list, spirits, and service are the same 5*.
New Yorkers come to Columbus and marvel at what we have. We should be happy things are the same, but nicely different, at The Refectory
So their menu is different, but the same. I love the small plate concept. Even though portions and prices are reduced, the quality is the same 5*. It gives you the opportunity to try more items. Our four top had 10 different items and we swapped around.
Wine list, spirits, and service are the same 5*.
New Yorkers come to Columbus and marvel at what we have. We should be happy things are the same, but nicely different, at The Refectory
Navid Ahmadian
Aug 14, 2021
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The place is so amazing!
We went there to celebrate our anniversary and really enjoyed it!
Everything about this place is so good. The vibe, the food, the cocktails and their service. It’s so interesting that they change the menu every day, so you have the chance to have a different experience every time.
We went there to celebrate our anniversary and really enjoyed it!
Everything about this place is so good. The vibe, the food, the cocktails and their service. It’s so interesting that they change the menu every day, so you have the chance to have a different experience every time.
Z. Edwards
Jul 04, 2021
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Had a pre-engagement dinner at The Refectory, and it was well worth the venture.
It's hard to find a place with the atmosphere that matches the food. The dishes are fresh and authentic to French culinary; Andrew our waiter was extremely courteous as well, constantly ensuring we were taken care of (but not in an overbearing way) while providing excellent choices based on current needs. He even offered a complementary glass of wine since it did not fill to the allotted line.
And we can't forget about the busser who constantly exchanged our napkins, as well as cleaned our area for the next dish
It's hard to find a place with the atmosphere that matches the food. The dishes are fresh and authentic to French culinary; Andrew our waiter was extremely courteous as well, constantly ensuring we were taken care of (but not in an overbearing way) while providing excellent choices based on current needs. He even offered a complementary glass of wine since it did not fill to the allotted line.
And we can't forget about the busser who constantly exchanged our napkins, as well as cleaned our area for the next dish
Katrina B.
Jun 03, 2021
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The Refectory Restaurant is hands down the best dining experience in Columbus. The restaurant is in an old converted school house and church connected by a long hallway. My boyfriend and I were seated in the best seat in the house (as the host and waiter told us) and we were treated with 5 star service. We decided to go with the tasting menu with wine pairing and I must say it was a dining experience I'll never forget. Perfect portions, delicious wines, incredible tastes.
I recommend coming here on an empty stomach because you will be full behind recognition after eating the best that Columbus
I recommend coming here on an empty stomach because you will be full behind recognition after eating the best that Columbus
Anjan C.
May 18, 2021
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A contemporary restaurant with plenty of memorizing character. Chef Richard Blondin does fantastic job at souring locally grown ingredients and presenting them within a french culinary framework. The building itself has historical significance, which gives a unique dining experience. The food has freshness, character, non-blended tastes within a not so complex patterns and delicacy. The menu changes seasonally and it is recommended that you try out multiple items as they come in small and delicate portions. This can definitely be a unique place for special occasion. I highly recommend this place
Kareem Elgafy
Apr 01, 2021
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Everything about our experience was perfect. The attention to detail in the presentation of food and the hospitality of the owner and the staff were unmatched. Although the portions are smaller (they are intended that way), the flavor and richness of food makes up for it. Really enjoyed the lamb chop, the filet and the scallops. The dessert was exceptional as well! Will definitely be back!
Fawn S.
Nov 10, 2020
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The Refectory Restaurant is offering a take home dinner menu each week during these difficult times. They usually post the menu midday Saturday for the next week. You can order your dinner online and they ask that you do it 24 hrs before the time you need it. After completing your order you will not cash out. They will reach out to you to complete the sale over the phone. If you are paying with a gift card you will actually pay for your meal when you arrive to pick it up. That is how we paid. You choose a time of when you want to pick up the meal, when you arrive in the parking lot you call
