Coming from Las Vegas, where food halls are often cavernous and overpriced, I didn’t know what to expect from Columbus. What I found at Banks Food Hall was the opposite: an effortless, community-driven dining experience that felt like the heart of the city.
Tucked near the Chattahoochee RiverWalk in Uptown Columbus, the city’s downtown hub, I arrived just after 11 a.m. and was immediately hit with the smell of food coming together as vendors were still setting up. I decided right away I was going to try as many stalls as I could.
The mix of Korean fried chicken, Mexican, Hawaiian, and Filipino food fit naturally here, especially with how easy it was to explore everything under one roof.
Banks Food Hall At-A-Glance:
- The Vibe: Historic industrial-chic (12,000 sq. ft. W.C. Bradley Co. building) with riverfront views.
- Standout Vendors:Angry Wings & Things, El Primo Taqueria, Jeremiah’s Italian Ice, and Poke Sun.
- Price Point: Very affordable (approx. $10–$15 per main dish).
- Best For: Families, solo travelers, and pre-whitewater rafting fuel.
What It’s Like to Dine at Banks Food Hall
From the outside, Banks Food Hall felt simple but welcoming. It’s housed in the historic W.C. Bradley Co. 12,000-square-foot building along Bay Avenue, with multiple entrances that made it easy for me to find my way in…