Beyond all other factors, by far the most important quality of a coffee shop is the main event: the coffee. At Fountain City Coffee, that Uptown staple on the corner of 10th Street and Broadway, you’ll find the only shop in town that serves their own house-roasted brew. You can buy their local roast, whole bean or ground, to brew at home, too. With a cup of great coffee—or any of Fountain City’s drinks, which…
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Since 1873, Chancellor’s has excelled at the two things a men’s clothing store must do in order to be the best: selection and service. With 144 years behind the historic shop, the last independent men’s store in Columbus, Chancellor’s is look ahead to another 144 years of stocking the best clothes and accessories and rendering customers the absolutely best in service. When you visit Chancellor’s and talk to owner Roger M. Stinson, who purchased the…
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With 120 stores across the country, it might seem strange to think of Kilwin’s as a local business, but we certainly do. First, the franchise is locally owned. Second, there’s nothing else like it. Third, Kilwin’s does all of the things we love in our locally owned businesses, from hand made and stamped chocolates from one Michigan source, rather than one of the giant agricultural conglomerates, to producing many of their products in house. Before…
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Chef Brad Andries is from a small community in Louisiana and cut his teeth in New Orleans kitchens. He recalls the rich and diverse food culture of his home, the hyper local recipes that dot the state, and those special dishes that his family made, which remind him of home. When Frank and Leah Foley, originally from Columbus, were ready to raise a family, they looked back to Columbus as the town with the right…
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Ride On Bikes, located at 1036 Broadway in Columbus, specializes in Specialized brand bikes because they are the number one bikes in the industry. Whatever angle, the one resonant theme throughout Ride On Bikes is that everything they do is done at the highest level of quality. Consider the saddle. What’s comfortable in the department store likely won’t be comfortable twenty miles down the trail, and this discomfort can even lead to injury. Ride On…
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Big Dog Fleet Feet has been the area’s premier running and walking specialty store since the first shop opened on Broadway in 2010, a distinction bolstered by the opening of another store two years later in Columbus Park Crossing. Big Dog carries everything you need to get on your feet, with shoes, apparel, hydration, nutrition, inserts and insoles, and socks. Whatever you need for walking, running or hiking, Big Dog will get you moving. The…
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Local shop outfits you for the entire natural world Whether you’re camping in the backyard, day hiking in Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park or preparing to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail, your first stop needs to be a visit to Chris Largent at Outside World, 1025 Broadway in Columbus. With personal service and hands-on knowledge of all the products they offer, the staff at Outside World can get you on the water or on the…
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Keep the fun flowing this holiday season At 1208 Broadway in Columbus, between Big Dog Fleet Feet and Kilwin’s, you’ll find Uptown Wine and Spirits, which stocks all of your favorites and many exciting libations to try in the expertly curated selections of craft beer, fine wine and specialty spirits. Uptown Wine and Spirits has quickly established itself as a destination store, and this holiday season, they have everything you need, from planning to drinks, to…
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One Stop Pet Shop opened in 1991. In those days, family-owned, non-franchise pet stores were not uncommon. Today, One Stop is the only store in the area that isn’t a national brand. Jonathan Lee, the owner, takes pride in his store. He worked at One Stop before the purchased the business with his uncle, Thomas Lee, in 2003, and today he enjoys running an old business doing new things. Walking into One Stop Pet Shop…
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“The shop is a destination, a place to discover, a place to learn, and above all a place to meet some friends who can help you find the next, perfect drink for any occasion. ” by Tom Ingram At 1208 Broadway in Columbus, between Big Dog Running Company and Kilwin’s, you’ll find a jovial new addition to the Uptown area. Uptown Wine and Spirits offers all of your old favorites, yes; but you can also…
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