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Fat Arnie's a worthy competitor for Columbus' sandwich crown

A former Chapman's chef brings gourmet pedigree to pub sandwiches

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Columbus loves a good sandwich, and a relatively new contender is coming for the crown.Dig in: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Fat Arnie&#x27;s" data-vars-click-url="https://www.fatarnies.com/" data-vars-content-id="a20333cb-2af7-4fd8-925b-c2471bf8fcd5" data-vars-headline="Fat Arnie&#x27;s a worthy competitor for Columbus&#x27; sandwich crown" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.fatarnies.com/" target="_blank">Fat Arnie&#x27;s</a> opened <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="late last year" data-vars-click-url="https://614now.com/2025/food-drink/former-chapmans-eat-market-employee-launching-new-clintonville-sandwich-this-month" data-vars-content-id="a20333cb-2af7-4fd8-925b-c2471bf8fcd5" data-vars-headline="Fat Arnie&#x27;s a worthy competitor for Columbus&#x27; sandwich crown" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://614now.com/2025/food-drink/former-chapmans-eat-market-employee-launching-new-clintonville-sandwich-this-month" target="_blank">late last year</a> in a humble window inside <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Rafter&#x27;s" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/raftersbeerpub/" data-vars-content-id="a20333cb-2af7-4fd8-925b-c2471bf8fcd5" data-vars-headline="Fat Arnie&#x27;s a worthy competitor for Columbus&#x27; sandwich crown" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/raftersbeerpub/" target="_blank">Rafter&#x27;s</a> pub in Clintonville, but the kitchen has some pedigree.<ul><li>One of its founders, Christopher Beardman, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="was a chef" data-vars-click-url="https://columbusunderground.com/restaurant-review-sandwiches-and-more-at-fat-arnies-ma1/" data-vars-content-id="a20333cb-2af7-4fd8-925b-c2471bf8fcd5" data-vars-headline="Fat Arnie&#x27;s a worthy competitor for Columbus&#x27; sandwich crown" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://columbusunderground.com/restaurant-review-sandwiches-and-more-at-fat-arnies-ma1/" target="_blank">was a chef</a> at the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="dearly departed" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/columbus/2025/10/06/chapmans-metsis-bj-lieberman-restaurant-ohio" data-vars-content-id="a20333cb-2af7-4fd8-925b-c2471bf8fcd5" data-vars-headline="Fat Arnie&#x27;s a worthy competitor for Columbus&#x27; sandwich crown" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/columbus/2025/10/06/chapmans-metsis-bj-lieberman-restaurant-ohio" target="_self">dearly departed</a> Chapman&#x27;s Eat Market.</li></ul>

Explore these hidden gems on Ohio State's campus

Thompson Library, Mirror Lake top readers' list of favorites.

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👋 Hello from the top of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Thompson Library" data-vars-click-url="https://library.osu.edu/locations/thompson" data-vars-content-id="2f004d12-8b7a-4462-b3f2-54d5df2a3272" data-vars-headline="Explore these hidden gems on Ohio State&#x27;s campus" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://library.osu.edu/locations/thompson" target="_blank">Thompson Library</a> — one of several scenic spots readers recently suggested we explore.Behind the scenes: Like the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Museum of Biological Diversity" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/columbus/2026/03/27/ohio-state-museum-of-biological-diversity" data-vars-content-id="2f004d12-8b7a-4462-b3f2-54d5df2a3272" data-vars-headline="Explore these hidden gems on Ohio State&#x27;s campus" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/columbus/2026/03/27/ohio-state-museum-of-biological-diversity" target="_self">Museum of Biological Diversity</a> we recently toured, a lot happens on Ohio State University&#x27;s campus beyond classroom lectures.

Central Ohio home sales shift to the suburbs

Sales dropped in Franklin County last month while surrounding areas saw steady growth.

News

The Central Ohio <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="housing market" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/columbus/2025/11/19/why-more-central-ohio-home-sales-are-falling-apart" data-vars-content-id="870e4a6b-0949-4994-82a7-27f8e4e462bc" data-vars-headline="Central Ohio home sales shift to the suburbs" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/columbus/2025/11/19/why-more-central-ohio-home-sales-are-falling-apart" target="_self">housing market</a> is shifting away from the city, with sales moving to the suburbs as prices continue to increase.Why it matters: After a harsh winter, the spring housing market is heating up.<ul><li>The market&#x27;s adjusting to pent-up demand and the reality of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="high interest rates" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/03/18/fed-powell-interest-rate" data-vars-content-id="870e4a6b-0949-4994-82a7-27f8e4e462bc" data-vars-headline="Central Ohio home sales shift to the suburbs" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/03/18/fed-powell-interest-rate" target="_self">high interest rates</a> and low inventory.</li></ul>

Ohio's new women's monument takes shape

Take a behind-the-scenes look at the new Statehouse statues.

Decades before women won the right to vote, Ohio was a hub for progressive conventions where they pressed for equal rights.Why it matters: That <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="history" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/columbus/2025/03/13/ohio-statehouse-ladies-gallery-women-legislators" data-vars-content-id="af6b4be5-6df7-4882-9d66-ed86139aafd1" data-vars-headline="Ohio&#x27;s new women&#x27;s monument takes shape" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/columbus/2025/03/13/ohio-statehouse-ladies-gallery-women-legislators" target="_self">history</a> of activism isn&#x27;t reflected on Capitol Square, where monuments and portraits mostly honor men. But soon, that will change.

Twinado Kitchen serves jerk pasta, pitas and egg rolls

Review: Jerk chicken isn't all you'll find at this Pickerington spot.

The aromatic spices at <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Twinado Kitchen&#x27;s Jerk Shack" data-vars-click-url="https://www.facebook.com/twinadokitchen/" data-vars-content-id="858ccb79-f079-4889-9e69-4b4cdfea5939" data-vars-headline="Twinado Kitchen serves jerk pasta, pitas and egg rolls" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.facebook.com/twinadokitchen/" target="_blank">Twinado Kitchen&#x27;s Jerk Shack</a> can&#x27;t be contained. I smelled them while approaching the door and knew I was in for a treat.Catch up quick: This Pickerington spot started as a food truck before going brick-and-mortar <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="in 2022" data-vars-click-url="https://614now.com/2021/food-drink/authentic-jamaican-restaurant-opening-early-next-year" data-vars-content-id="858ccb79-f079-4889-9e69-4b4cdfea5939" data-vars-headline="Twinado Kitchen serves jerk pasta, pitas and egg rolls" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://614now.com/2021/food-drink/authentic-jamaican-restaurant-opening-early-next-year" target="_blank">in 2022</a>.

Byrne's Pub in Grandview is "where the Irish meet"

Enjoy hearty classics and live Irish bands at this local staple.

If you&#x27;re craving Irish tastes and tunes this time of year, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Byrne&#x27;s Pub" data-vars-click-url="https://byrnespub.com/" data-vars-content-id="1fa4eb12-2b59-4395-97ba-c12aa10bb961" data-vars-headline="Byrne&#x27;s Pub in Grandview is &quot;where the Irish meet&quot;" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://byrnespub.com/" target="_blank">Byrne&#x27;s Pub</a> in Grandview is the perfect place to raise a pint.

Restaurants shift from raising prices to cutting costs

"It's not price gouging," an industry leader says. "They're trying to survive."

Many independent restaurants say they&#x27;ve hit a pricing ceiling — even as sales and traffic stabilize, according to the James Beard Foundation&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="annual industry report" data-vars-click-url="https://www.jamesbeard.org/impact/research-and-reports/2026-independent-restaurant-industry-report" data-vars-content-id="b2e5fb7c-2090-4e77-ae40-7c51fa0efb99" data-vars-headline="Restaurants shift from raising prices to cutting costs" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.jamesbeard.org/impact/research-and-reports/2026-independent-restaurant-industry-report" target="_blank">annual industry report</a>.Why it matters: Survival tactics of the past few years — <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="higher prices" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/02/13/trump-tariffs-chocolate-prices-valentines-day" data-vars-content-id="b2e5fb7c-2090-4e77-ae40-7c51fa0efb99" data-vars-headline="Restaurants shift from raising prices to cutting costs" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/02/13/trump-tariffs-chocolate-prices-valentines-day" target="_self">higher prices</a> and delivery expansion — are losing effectiveness, leading operators to reset the math.

Ranking the new Crew concessions options

Columbus' team has added sandwiches, desserts, drinks and more.

👋 Andrew here. Saturday marks the Crew home opener, and the 2026 team is debuting a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="renamed stadium" data-vars-click-url="https://www.columbuscrew.com/news/columbus-crew-and-scottsmiracle-gro-expand-long-standing-partnership-highlighted-by-stadium-naming-rights" data-vars-content-id="7e7ac50d-01ff-4322-ba55-212b49ed7773" data-vars-headline="Ranking the new Crew concessions options" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.columbuscrew.com/news/columbus-crew-and-scottsmiracle-gro-expand-long-standing-partnership-highlighted-by-stadium-naming-rights" target="_blank">renamed stadium</a>, a refreshed roster and a handful of new concessions options.Driving the news: At a preseason media event, the team showed off a dozen new food items and a pair of new signature drinks.<ul><li>I ranked the food I tried:</li></ul>

Zundo Ramen brings Japanese flavors to Westerville

The popular Cincinnati brand serves rare kurobuta pork and more.

Our <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="international food tour" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/columbus/visuals/global-international-food-cuisine" data-vars-content-id="eacb6f61-80d7-4fff-a057-22beef66c969" data-vars-headline="Zundo Ramen brings Japanese flavors to Westerville" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/columbus/visuals/global-international-food-cuisine" target="_self">international food tour</a>&#x27;s first stop of 2026 is Japan, courtesy of a new Westerville ramen spot.Dining the news: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Zundo Ramen &amp; Donburi" data-vars-click-url="http://zundootr.com/" data-vars-content-id="eacb6f61-80d7-4fff-a057-22beef66c969" data-vars-headline="Zundo Ramen brings Japanese flavors to Westerville" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="http://zundootr.com/" target="_blank">Zundo Ramen &amp; Donburi</a> recently expanded into the suburbs following the success of its first local restaurant <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="in Old North" data-vars-click-url="https://614now.com/2024/food-drink/cincinnati-based-award-winning-ramen-restaurant-opens-first-columbus-location" data-vars-content-id="eacb6f61-80d7-4fff-a057-22beef66c969" data-vars-headline="Zundo Ramen brings Japanese flavors to Westerville" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://614now.com/2024/food-drink/cincinnati-based-award-winning-ramen-restaurant-opens-first-columbus-location" target="_blank">in Old North</a>.

Skip Valentine's Day dinner and go straight to dessert at these sweet spots

No reservation needed at these Columbus dessert picks.

Valentine&#x27;s Day dinners are overrated — we fully endorse skipping the crowded restaurants and heading straight for dessert.Dig in: Impress your date and satisfy your sweet tooth with one of these unique Central Ohio spots.

Should you tip on takeout? An etiquette expert weighs in

Her take: It's OK to round up or skip the tip if it's to go.

It&#x27;s an awkward moment we&#x27;re all experiencing <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="more often" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2023/08/06/the-new-world-of-tipping" data-vars-content-id="90546e9c-8b63-4eb2-af60-6e7414089503" data-vars-headline="Should you tip on takeout? An etiquette expert weighs in" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2023/08/06/the-new-world-of-tipping" target="_self">more often</a> — a cashier flips over a touchscreen, silently waiting for you to decide how much you&#x27;ll tip.Why it matters: With digital tip prompts popping up everywhere, including for takeout, customers are more confused than ever about what&#x27;s a faux pas. So we asked an etiquette expert for guidance.

Blasian Grill delivers delicious hibachi to go

The West Side restaurant is planning an expansion into Obetz.

If you&#x27;re seeking wintertime takeout, here&#x27;s a spot to add to your list.Dining the news: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Blasian Grill" data-vars-click-url="https://www.facebook.com/BlasianGrill/" data-vars-content-id="cd36dfe5-8ae6-4dcb-8d37-01b6f28d4760" data-vars-headline="Blasian Grill delivers delicious hibachi to go" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.facebook.com/BlasianGrill/" target="_blank">Blasian Grill</a>, once a popular hibachi food truck, opened a West Side restaurant <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="a couple years ago" data-vars-click-url="https://614now.com/2024/food-drink/popular-hibachi-food-truck-opening-first-brick-mortar-this-year" data-vars-content-id="cd36dfe5-8ae6-4dcb-8d37-01b6f28d4760" data-vars-headline="Blasian Grill delivers delicious hibachi to go" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://614now.com/2024/food-drink/popular-hibachi-food-truck-opening-first-brick-mortar-this-year" target="_blank">a couple years ago</a>.

Restaurant Week is back, but its deals are debatable

Some prix fixe meals cost the same as regular menu items.

It&#x27;s the dead of January, which means the return of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="614 Restaurant Week" data-vars-click-url="https://614now.com/restaurant-week" data-vars-content-id="6e4d25a1-cdc3-4c18-bc2b-398888b3276d" data-vars-headline="Restaurant Week is back, but its deals are debatable" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://614now.com/restaurant-week" target="_blank">614 Restaurant Week</a> through Jan. 31 — should you be rushing out to try a new spot?Why it matters: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Restaurant Week" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/columbus/2024/01/26/tupelo-honey-upper-arlington-chicken" data-vars-content-id="6e4d25a1-cdc3-4c18-bc2b-398888b3276d" data-vars-headline="Restaurant Week is back, but its deals are debatable" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/columbus/2024/01/26/tupelo-honey-upper-arlington-chicken" target="_self">Restaurant Week</a> is a driver of customer traffic that can be a quick <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="boost" data-vars-click-url="https://www.10tv.com/article/money/business/small-business/restaurant-week-economic-boost-to-columbus-businesses/530-837d0807-cad7-49e6-80c2-01fc91d58dfa" data-vars-content-id="6e4d25a1-cdc3-4c18-bc2b-398888b3276d" data-vars-headline="Restaurant Week is back, but its deals are debatable" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.10tv.com/article/money/business/small-business/restaurant-week-economic-boost-to-columbus-businesses/530-837d0807-cad7-49e6-80c2-01fc91d58dfa" target="_blank">boost</a> to an eatery&#x27;s bottom line, and has become a very popular occasion among Columbus foodies.

Food and Drink 🍽

Fat Arnie's a worthy competitor for Columbus' sandwich crown

Twinado Kitchen serves jerk pasta, pitas and egg rolls

Byrne's Pub in Grandview is "where the Irish meet"

Restaurants shift from raising prices to cutting costs

Ranking the new Crew concessions options