Due to the pandemic, restaurants have gotten creative on how to keep patrons coming to their outdoor spaces. Enter— dining in an igloo!
VASO in Dublin was actually ahead of the trend when the debuted their igloos last season. This is a popular dining experience and most restaurants require reservations. In many cases, there’s also a reservation fee and/or minimum amount needed to be spent. If this is something that interests you, scroll through the options below and book quickly. As always, be sure to contact the restaurant directly for the most up-to-date information.
Igloo Dining in Columbus
VASO
The views on the rooftop at VASO are stunning. Blankets are provided and there’s ambient lighting. To keep things as safe as possible, new electrostatic disinfection technology is used in-between each use.
Location: Dublin-Bridge Park Area
More Information: The maximum number of guests per igloo is 8.
Website: VASO
The Royce
The menu at The Royce is great!
Location: Polaris Fashion Place
More Information: Read this post for even more details: The Royce Winter Park
Website: The Royce
There are THREE Igloo Dining Experiences at Easton.
Forbidden Root
Location: Easton
More Information: There are two outdoor dining igloos and they must be reserved in advance. One igloo seats 4 and one seats 6.
Website: Forbidden Root
Ivan Kane’s Forty Deuce
Location: Easton
More Information: Pricing varies based on lunch versus dinner.
Website: Ivan Kane’s Forty Deuce
The Beeline
Location: Easton
More Information: There is a two-hour booking and the minimum spent depends on the day of the week. Beeline serves beer, wine and cocktails only. You may bring outside food into the Egloo.
Website: The Beeline
Barcelona
Location: German Village
More Information: Head to their Instagram page for a photo of their Winter Cabanas or give them a call at 614-443-3699.
Website: Barcelona
Amato’s Wood Fired Pizza
Location: Delaware, Ohio
More Information: I couldn’t find information about the igloos on their website but did find the details on their Instagram page. Each igloo can accommodate up to 8 people, has a space heater, HEPA air filters, zippered windows for circulation and will be fogged with an EPA approved disinfectant after each use. First come, first served. No reservations at this time.
Website: Amato’s Wood Fired Pizza
1808 American Bistro
Location: Delaware, Ohio
More Information: Details on their socially distanced outdoor dining couldn’t be found on the website but it is on their Instagram page. Each greenhouse has their own heater, air filtration and music. These are greenhouses and can be booked on Opentable under “outdoor dining”.
Website: 1808 American Bistro
Restoration Brew Worx
Location: Delaware, Ohio
More Information: Details weren’t on their website but this article discusses what to expect: Igloos in Downtown Delaware. These are smaller in size than an igloo and are shaped more like a greenhouse or gazebo. There are two structures on their patio that each seat up to four customers.
Website: Restoration Brew Worx
DK Diner
Location: Grandview
More Information: Check out their Instagram page for pictures and more information not found on their website such as their special Igloo menu. The igloo seats six comfortably but could fit up to eight guests. The igloo has a space heater, air filter and zippered windows for air circulation. There is a speciality menu featuring small plates. Email: [email protected] for additional details.
Website: DK Diner
