#EatDrinkOhio — That's a wrap on Legal Center LIVE! 2026!⚖️ Thank you to everyone who joined us this week for an afternoon of important conversations and practical insights focused on the legal and policy issues shaping Ohio's restaurant and hospitality industry. From cybersecurity and real estate to sales tax, delivery platforms and the policy outlook in Washington, attendees walked away with insights to help protect their businesses and plan for what's ahead. We're also excited to welcome three new members to our Ohio Restaurant & Hospitality Alliance Board of Directors: 👏 Jameel Burkett, President & CEO, Burkett Restaurant Equipment & Supplies 👏 Natasha Chesnut, SHRM-SCP, Vice President of Human Resources, Skyline Chili 👏 Tony Capuano, Senior Vice President of Franchise Operations & Training, Donatos Pizza We're grateful to our speakers, sponsors, members and partners for making this week a success, and we're proud to bring our industry together to learn and prepare for what's ahead. 📸 Take a look at some of the highlights from the event and meet our newest Board members!

You make hospitality happen. From the front of house to the back of house, the Ohio Restaurant & Hospitality Industry Awards Celebration is a night to recognize the people who make our industry exceptional. 📅 Save the date: Monday, Dec. 7, 2026📍 at Hollywood Casino Columbus Registration opens soon! Pre-register for updates at lnkd.in/eCfGeWys.

🎉 Celebrating 30 Years of Barcelona Restaurant & Bar! We had a wonderful evening celebrating the 30th anniversary of Barcelona, a longtime Columbus favorite and long-time member of the Ohio Restaurant & Hospitality Alliance (ORHA)! Since opening in 1996, Barcelona has brought the flavors of Spain and the Mediterranean to historic German Village, creating memorable dining experiences and contributing to the vibrancy of our local restaurant community. Congratulations to owner Scott Heimlich and the entire Barcelona team on three decades of success! We’re proud to have Barcelona as an member and grateful for the independent restaurants that make Ohio’s hospitality industry so special. Here’s to 30 years of great food, hospitality, and community — and many more to come! 🥂

Through Leadership Lab and our Hospitality Institute of Ohio, we’re investing in the next generation of Ohio’s hospitality leaders by connecting students and educators with industry professionals. Hospitalityohio.org/prostart

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No Soliciting, Aladdin's among Westerville's 2026 restaurant additions bizjournals.com/columbus/new…

OSU opens members-only 1922 Club in Ohio Stadium bizjournals.com/columbus/new… @OhioStAthletics

#EatDrinkOhio — Enjoyed a weekend visit to one of Ohio’s legitimate Irish pubs, which also has delicious food and a bourbon collection to write home about! 🥃 Fado Pub & Kitchen is an Ohio Restaurant & Hospitality Alliance member with central Ohio locations in Bridge Park Visit Dublin Ohio and Easton Town Center. Sharee and I enjoyed a chat with owner Ian “Monty” Montgomery. Always a pleasure.

Kirk Gibson: The Natural (1988 World Series Home Run) youtu.be/zDRSDlsPcKQ?is=mfLz… via @YouTube

Downtown Columbus restaurants in 2026: Due Amici and Mitchell's Steakhouse close, Amara opens bizjournals.com/columbus/new…

CVG airport adds late-night food vendors, but there's a twist to how meals are served bizjournals.com/cincinnati/n… @WhiteCastle