About The Kitchen
The Kitchen is a quick-bite breakfast & brunch spot in Columbus, OH, with a warm feel and counter-service seating with reclaimed wood tables. The kitchen leans into breakfast & brunch done well, smoking their meats in a custom offset pit out back.
The signature item to try first is the Breakfast Burrito, which has earned a loyal following. The rest of the menu rounds it out with options like Avocado Toast, Buttermilk Pancakes, Egg Sandwich, plus rotating specials that change with the season. Portions are generous for the price point ($), and the kitchen is consistent — orders come out fast even when the place is full.
On a typical day you'll find construction crews, tech workers, and grandparents alike, especially around the lunch and dinner rushes. The bar pours craft sodas, local kombucha on tap, and house-brewed iced tea. Kids' menu items are available all day for under $7. The dining room is clean, the music is at a reasonable volume, and the wifi works.
For ordering, the takeout window stays open even when the dining room is at capacity. It's the kind of spot you find yourself recommending to friends within an hour of leaving. Whether you're new to Columbus or a longtime resident hunting for a reliable breakfast & brunch fix, The Kitchen earns a spot in the regular rotation.
Menu highlights
A snapshot of the most-ordered items at The Kitchen. Prices and availability change — call ahead to confirm.
Customer reviews
Recent ratings averaged 3.9 out of 5 across 1,183 reviews.
Hidden gem. We were in the neighborhood for an appointment and stopped here based on a friend's recommendation. So glad we did. The Acai Bowl was unreal — clearly made with care. We're already planning our next visit.
Honestly impressed. We tried three different items between the table and the Avocado Toast stole the show. The staff genuinely seemed to enjoy being there which makes a difference. Cannot recommend enough.
Mixed feelings. The Acai Bowl was excellent and the cashier was friendly, but my side came out cold and they were out of two of the things I wanted to order. Probably worth another try, but not the experience I was hoping for.
The Kitchen has become my regular weekday lunch. Consistent quality, generous portions, and the staff has started to recognize me. I usually grab the Acai Bowl but I've worked through most of the menu and haven't had a miss yet.
Location & neighborhood
The Kitchen is located at 1691 Lincoln Ave in Columbus, OH. Street parking is generally available in the surrounding blocks, and most public-transit routes that serve the downtown core stop within a short walk. The neighborhood around the restaurant has steady foot traffic during lunch and dinner, with a mix of office buildings, apartments and other small businesses on the block.