Archives for "Best of 2011"

Best of 2011: The Roundup

Best of 2011: The Roundup

3 Walker / January 1, 2012 6:00 pm

2011 was a big year, and it took the help of all of readers to determine which people, places and things were worthy of special recognition this year. Hundreds of voters took part in this year’s “Best of” Reader Survey… [Read More]

Best Columbus Landmark of 2011: The LeVeque Tower

Best Columbus Landmark of 2011: The LeVeque Tower

0 Walker / December 31, 2011 3:30 pm

When it comes to identifying Columbus through the lens of physical structures, we’ve got some interesting displays to choose from. Some are historic, like the Ohio Statehouse and the Union Station Arch, and others are newer displays of public artwork,… [Read More]

Best Brunch of 2011: Skillet

Best Brunch of 2011: Skillet

4 Walker / December 31, 2011 10:20 am

For two years straight, our readers have voted Skillet as their favorite place for brunch in Columbus. Their menu features a creative ingredient-driven menu that features local and seasonal products as often as appropriately possible. Chef Kevin Caskey perfectly balances… [Read More]

Best Sports Team of 2011: The Columbus Clippers

Best Sports Team of 2011: The Columbus Clippers

0 Walker / December 30, 2011 4:00 pm

Typically, OSU Football dominates the sports landscape in Columbus, but the team suffered with a bit of an off year, to put it mildly. On the flip side, the Columbus Clippers had an absolutely amazing year. The team has gotten… [Read More]

Best Messageboard Topic of 2011 – Gay Street Patios

Best Messageboard Topic of 2011 – Gay Street Patios

2 Walker / December 30, 2011 3:00 pm

The Columbus Underground Messageboard has become the place to go for the latest breaking news, insightful/color commentary and to catch up on the latest topic du jour. A lot of ground can be covered there in any given day, and… [Read More]

Best Drink of 2011: Yuengling

Best Drink of 2011: Yuengling

8 Walker / December 30, 2011 1:00 pm

It’s only been officially available since October, but the anticipation stretches back to June when the news first broke that Yuengling would be headed to Ohio. And since then it’s gone on to steal the hearts of our readers as they voted… [Read More]

Best CU Meetup of 2011: The 10th Anniversary Celebration

Best CU Meetup of 2011: The 10th Anniversary Celebration

0 Walker / December 30, 2011 12:10 pm

2011 saw a tidal wave of Columbus Underground events, sometimes up to three per month. We’ve always loved connecting with our readers in real life and helping to facilitate new friendships among the varied voices that make up our diverse… [Read More]

Best Festival of 2011: ComFest

Best Festival of 2011: ComFest

1 Walker / December 30, 2011 11:25 am

For four years running, the Community Festival continues to be our readers’ pick for the number one festival or event in Columbus. Each year there’s some level of discussion about whether or not ComFest has gotten too big for its… [Read More]

Best Nonprofit or Charity of 2011: The Mid-Ohio Foodbank

Best Nonprofit or Charity of 2011: The Mid-Ohio Foodbank

1 Walker / December 30, 2011 10:45 am

Asking our readers to pick a favorite nonprofit or charity is tricky thing to do. Ultimately, every charitable organization stands for a good cause, and every nonprofit has a mission that some people will identify with and strongly align themselves with. So… [Read More]

Best Happy Hour of 2011: Bodega

Best Happy Hour of 2011: Bodega

1 Walker / December 29, 2011 6:00 pm

For the third year in a row, Bodega conquers the local happy hour scene with prices and a selection that can’t be beat. Their expansive beer list includes 50 craft beers on draft, and another 100+ specialty bottled beers. Bodega’s… [Read More]

Best Bar of 2011: St. James Tavern

Best Bar of 2011: St. James Tavern

7 Walker / December 29, 2011 3:00 pm

For the second year in a row, the fans have spoken… the St. James Tavern is the #1 bar in Columbus. This Italian Village staple celebrated its 15th anniversary back in September and while the neighborhood has changed a lot during… [Read More]

Best Local Band of 2011: Lydia Loveless

Best Local Band of 2011: Lydia Loveless

5 Walker / December 29, 2011 1:00 pm

If there’s one Columbus musician that had a stellar breakout year in terms of mainstream success, it’s Josh Krajcik. But our readers casted their votes instead for another local singer who made some significant waves of her own without all… [Read More]

Best Specialty Store of 2011: Wholly Craft

Best Specialty Store of 2011: Wholly Craft

1 Walker / December 29, 2011 12:30 pm

In the past we’ve asked you about your favorite places to shop, and this year we’ve divided it out to include separate categories such as fashion, food, home decor and specialty shopping. Our idea of a “specialty” store is one that doesn’t have… [Read More]

Best Neighborhood of 2011: The Short North

Best Neighborhood of 2011: The Short North

6 Walker / December 29, 2011 11:00 am

Not a huge surprise to see that The Short North topped our “Best Neighborhood” category of this year’s reader survey, marking the fourth year in a row for the popular area. This neighborhood has continued to grow and evolve over… [Read More]

Best Fine Dining of 2011: Basi Italia

Best Fine Dining of 2011: Basi Italia

4 Walker / December 29, 2011 8:15 am

For the past three years, we’ve kept our “Best Restaurant” category very simple, without dividing it into 100 different cuisine sub-genres. While that keeps our survey a manageable size, it has left a lot of room to be desired for properly recognizing all of the great… [Read More]