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ROOH Columbus, Columbus, OH

ROOH Columbus

4.7
4.7
719 Reviews
$31 to $50
Indian
ROOH is a progressive Indian restaurant. Meaning soul or spirit, ROOH brings the spirit of India to Columbus. Renowned Executive Chef, Sujan Sarkar blends charming, seasonal dishes that are an interpretation of customary Indian sensibilities with his use of international techniques.

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As a Courtesy to all guests, please limit your time with us to 2 hours for parties of 2-4, and 2.5 hours for parties larger than 4. We have a grace period of 15 minutes.

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2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 12 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Fine Dining

  • Cuisines

    Indian

  • Hours of Operation

    Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm

  • Phone number

    (614) 972-8678

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Owned/operated by

    LGBTQ, South Asian, Women

  • Executive Chef

    Sujan Sarkar

  • Private party facilities

    Whether it is a cocktail party or a sit-down dining experience, we will work with you to tailor your event to your needs. With an elegant private dining room that fits up to 12 guests and many spaces in the restaurant that can accommodate larger parties, there are many options to host a perfect event. Email us at info@roohcolumbus.com for details.

  • Neighbourhood

    Short North - Arena District

  • Parking Details

    Guests can use street parking and the parking garages located on Russell St.(one block South) or E. Goodale St.(4 blocks South).

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 719 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Columbus

    Innovative

  • Columbus

    Healthy

  • Columbus

    Innovative

  • Columbus

    Healthy

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  1. alysonl

    Columbus

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The food is always outstanding! The ambiance is fun
  2. MichelleO

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great as always! Food came out prompt and quick! Drinks were fabulous.
  3. OpenTable Diner

    Columbus

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing service, food and overall hospitality! Can’t wait to return. Thank you, Rooh! And, thank you, Leah!!
  4. pete

    Las Vegas

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wow the food never fails to impress. The sauces are wonderful! The waitstaff who also took care of us for our son’s graduation was just incredible !
  5. Jason

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Our food tasted VERY good. As far as this being "modern indian" food, i think that is a 1/2 fair statement. Our plates were very simple. That is the reason I gave the lowest score for value. Overall, we enjoyed it but would probably be inclined to buy very good take out or go over to Cumin and Curry which has very good food with a relatively better value.
  6. OpenTable Diner

    Columbus

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Having been to the Chicago location of ROOT, I’ve been wanting to go to ROOH for a very long time and some friends agreed to go there with me to celebrate my birthday! We were warmly greeted when we walked in the door. We were asked to wait just a few minutes while they set up the table. They knew it was my birthday and they went out of the way to give us a lovely location. A bottle of sparkly sent by other friends awaited us at the table. Service was excellent and food delicious! Started with some shareables and then shared a few entrees. Lovely environment, too. And, I was treated to a yummy birthday dessert! I’ll be back.
  7. EileenB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent! Everything was so well done! Loved it all; best graduation dinner ever…
  8. LovetoEatYummyFood

    Columbus

    17 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Overall the experience, my first time there, was mid. Not great, not bad. Just mid. The food was tasty. Especially the naan and the curry with the beef short ribs. They brought out starter with our entree at the same time. I found that odd. I think because the restaurant wasn’t full it was a quick turn in the kitchen. The service was ok. Our server did the expected check ins but never asked if we wanted another drink or dessert. If they even offer dessert. You just expect a bit more for the price of the meal.
  9. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Delicious food but somewhat pricey. Great server but restaurant seemed understaffed and service was somewhat slow.
  10. OpenTable Diner

    Columbus

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    A delicious upscale interpretation of Indian cuisine. Highlights from our most recent visit include the peanut chutney and, as always, the Paneer Pinwheel. Don’t forget to take advantage of their creative cocktail menu. Restaurant was very busy but service was quite good nonetheless.
  11. akaivy5194

    Columbus

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was excellent. We shared the beef brisket appetizer and both ordered butter chicken. The beef brisket was a very nice blend of flavors. The butter chicken is the best we have had in Central Ohio--the cream was not too heavy and the flavor was not drowned by tomato paste as often happens with this dish. The naan tasted freshly made and not frozen. The service was good and there seemed to be an adequate number of servers. For the Short North, the price was what I would expect. It is nice to see an ethnic restaurant in that location.
  12. JodyA

    Columbus

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    We really enjoyed our visit, the food was excellent and the service and ambiance very good. The only downside was the cost, which was quite high compared to similar restaurants.
  13. Cesar

    Cleveland

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Great first time experience here. The staff was the highlight, they accommodated our reservation albeit being late, and our server was so kind and wonderful. The food was good but expensive for what it was. I’ve been to other Indian fusion restaurants before and this was great, not number one but great. The cocktails were lovely! If you like this restaurant, you’ll like Amba in Cleveland.
  14. BryonM

    Salt Lake City

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    I've been here several times and never disappointed. The food is just outstanding. Keep in mind, this is "progressive Indian" (says so right on the door!) so if you're looking for tikka masala and all the traditional indian dishes, that's not here. The kitchen at Rooh provides amazing combinations of great indian flavors in an entirely different light. Their specialty drink menu is fun as well and changes every so often. Keep up the good work!
  15. Kaay

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience3
    The place was very hyped on the internet. So we planned to have a visit, tbh the food was pretty average, nothing over the top . For the price, nothing was worth it at all. We can get that kinda food easily from an average indian restaurant for a much much cheaper price. Qualitywise- there was a hairstrand in the food.. also my stomach got upset after the visit. Don’t recommend this restaurant at all if you are looking for good food and value for money.
  16. OpenTable Diner

    Columbus

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Every part of this meal was delicious from the cocktails to dessert! Service was impeccable
  17. OpenTable Diner

    Columbus

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience4
    I left feeling disappointed. The food was not as good as our local take out restaurant and it was a lot more expensive. So unfortunately the value did not meet my expectations.
  18. OpenTable Diner

    Columbus

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My first time here. I love Indian food. And this did not disappoint. Everything was amazing! Service was phenomenal and friendly. Food was tasty and delicious. We’re going back next week! The bartender Stephen was great.
  19. abbyA

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved it! Such good service and everything was delicious!!
  20. Steve

    Columbus

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    excellent and tasty dishes, attentive service, and fun atmosphere. recommend to anyone who enjoys Indian flavors and meals.
  21. NM123

    Cleveland

    9 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 13, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Atmosphere and service were great. Food was average (Keema appetizer and Lamb Shank were good; Butter Chicken and Mahi Mahi were not good). I was expecting better food quality and taste.
  22. MHall

    Columbus

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and amazing service. Can’t wait to return!!
  23. Foodiepie

    Philadelphia

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Dishes were a bit pricey for the size. Ordered a nonalcoholic drink and it was 12 dollars. The food tasted good
  24. SunintS

    Columbus

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience4
    Food is not as authentic Indian as we had hoped. Breads are not cooked in a clay over tandoor making the the taste to be far from the experience and leaves so much to be desired. I did enjoy the drink
  25. Jeremy1974

    Columbus

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first time here and our first time having Indian food! Everything was amazing!!!! Highly recommend trying Rooh!!!
  26. OpenTable Diner

    Columbus

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Lovely modern twists to classic Indian dishes! Newly inspired yet familiar at the same time. Excited to return when my parents visit.
  27. Lynn

    Columbus

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service. Great food. Great cocktails! Love this place
  28. ScotM

    Columbus

    26 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience2
    Went to ROOH for the first time with my wife before the opera. It wasn’t what we were expecting. Service was good. The menu was limited and the dishes we ordered were ok. The place was more casual than expected. We tried it I guess….
  29. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Definitely would recommend to anyone who eats Indian food regularly as its the next step up
  30. SamirA

    Columbus

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent cocktails. Prompt Service, despite being very busy. Food was exceptional. Highly recommend.
  31. JessicaP

    Columbus

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went for my 40th birthday and couldn’t have had a better time. The cocktails were incredible, the food was all amazing (special shout out to the sweet potato chat and the mushroom kulcha, which were both mind-blowingly good) and the special ice cream options for dessert were perfection. The service could not have been better - our waitress was very great helping us decide what to choose - and it was easy to talk and relax. Will definitely be coming back!
  32. ShawnS

    Columbus

    34 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The entire experience was wonderful, and the food was amazing. We highly recommend Rooh if you're visiting the Short North.
  33. OpenTable Diner

    Columbus

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Unique options, awesome depth in flavor, appreciate gluten free items
  34. Mack

    Columbus

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience3
    Second time at Rooh but after a year.A little disappointed. Beef short ribs curry looked like sauce and meat cooked separate and just mixed before serving.Sauce gravy was good but did not get into the meat .Fish paturi was bland , nothing special . You have to get a gravy separately to eat the naan or rice that accompanies. Scallops were overcooked.Chicken kofta and naan was good. The restaurant was only at 50 percent capacity .Would give it 21/2 stars
  35. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Rooh is the best Indian fusion restaurant in the USA
  36. Foodlovers

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Cool and modern interior with a creative twist to authentic Indian dishes. We enjoyed the scallops as a starter, then shared between 3 of us the Lamb, Butter Chicken, and Eggplant - all very special in their own way. Service was very good.
  37. OpenTable Diner

    Columbus

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing ambiance. Very intimate and personal. Service was excellent and quick. The food was great, very flavorful and the overall experience was very nice. We ordered the lamb shank, butter chicken, saffron rice and garlic naan. Would return
  38. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had an excellent experience at ROOH! Such great food.
  39. MarcusF

    Columbus

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A great meal with great service. Interesting and delicious cocktails (each with a corresponding mocktail version at a lower price point) and desserts.
  40. ShannonP

    Columbus

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really good food and service! We will definitely return.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from ROOH Columbus using the Order Online button. ROOH Columbus also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (614) 972-8678.

ROOH Columbus is rated 4.7 stars by 719 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 12 times today
Google Map for ROOH Columbus

685 N High St, Columbus, OH 43215-1550

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood

    Short North - Arena District

  • Hours of Operation

    Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm

  • Cuisines

    Indian

  • Dining style

    Fine Dining

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking Details

    Guests can use street parking and the parking garages located on Russell St.(one block South) or E. Goodale St.(4 blocks South).

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Owned/operated by

    LGBTQ, South Asian, Women

  • Executive Chef

    Sujan Sarkar

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (614) 972-8678

  • Private party facilities

    Whether it is a cocktail party or a sit-down dining experience, we will work with you to tailor your event to your needs. With an elegant private dining room that fits up to 12 guests and many spaces in the restaurant that can accommodate larger parties, there are many options to host a perfect event. Email us at info@roohcolumbus.com for details.

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