Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams

33.3% of 13,985 votes

Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams is no longer a Columbus secret, but it’s still a Columbus staple. The ice creams here are carefully made with fresh ingredients and offer tons of different flavors like Brambleberry Crisp and Brown Butter Almond Brittle. There’s no question that when it comes to ice cream, Jeni does it best.

Multiple locations | jenis.com 

2:  Graeter’s Ice Cream 30.1%

3: Whit’s 8.4%

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While we are flattered that so many of our devoted readers voted us in as the Best Social Media Handle in Columbus, we knew we would be doing a large disservice by not mentioning the other incredible influencers and bloggers here in Columbus. Here’s to Katy Nye and Reanna Hickman of @Columbus_Foodie who always has our mouth watering over their Instas, as well as @EatingInThe614 and @BreakfastWithNick for showing us how to chow down the right way.

2: @Eatinginthe614 

3: @BreakfastWithNick

J. Gumbo’s

37.2% of 6,295 votes

Feeling a bit under the weather? Looking for something to warm your soul? Look no further because J. Gumbo is your safe haven. Their cajun/creole menu offers flavorful dishes that are packed with spices, various meats, and plenty of vegetables. Dishes like the Drunken Chicken showcase how they are able to play with the spicy-ness of sauces while the Gumbo served atop white rice is what put them on the map.

Multiple locations | jgumbos.com

2: Gallo’s Kitchen & Bar 24.9%

3: Creole Kitchen 22.4%