Columbus, Indiana

"The secret of a happy marriage is finding the right person. You know they’re right if you love to be with them all the time." — Julia Child

Where to Eat

Big Woods Pizza

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44 N Van Buren St, Nashville, IN 47448
Emile & Megan had a very early date here after Emile asked Megan where to get pizza that was better than Little Caesars.  When Emile's parents visited in 2019 this is where they met Megan for the first time. Laid-back eatery featuring signature pizzas & house-brewed ales plus occasional live music.

Upland Pump House

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148 Lindsey St, Columbus, IN 47201
The Columbus Pump House is a landmark of both design & experience. It was built in 1903 & designed by architect Harrison Albright. Join us for a beer & a bite under the original archways or on the patio with views of the rushing Flatrock River & iconic Robert Stewart Bridge. It’s the perfect spot for weekday lunch, after work beers, or weekend relaxing.

Lucabe Coffee Co.

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310 4th St, Columbus, IN 47201
Cute and tasty local coffee shop

Gramz Bakery

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 409 Washington St, Columbus, IN 47201
Locally roasted coffee and in house made pastries

Moxie Coffee

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218 S Chestnut St, Seymour, IN 47274
Cute, Sustainable coffee shop in downtown Seymour, IN.

Zaharakos Ice Cream Parlor and Museum

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When three brothers from Greece opened Zaharakos as a candy store in Columbus, Indiana, they opened what has become one of the finest ice cream parlors in America.

Rohdes Family Diner

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Classic Southern, Indiana diner with breakfast and lunch.

Blackerbys Hangar 5

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Check out the restaurant who will be catering our wedding.  
The Blackerby Family purchased Hangar 5 in February 2006, and it has been family owned and operated ever since.  Celebrating the history of Bakalar Air Force Base and the airplanes who fly in, Sharon Blackerby designed a menu sure to delight adults and children alike.  Now operated by father-son duo Wayne and Caleb Blackerby, Blackerby’s Hangar 5 Restaurant provides home style family food in a modern setting.

Hard Truth Hills Distilery

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418 Old State Road 46, Nashville, IN
Craft beer, onsite distillery, awesome outdoor area with live music, great food. 

450 North Brewing Company

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8111 E 450 N, Columbus, IN 47203
*Beer Corn Maze event on Saturday 10/7 
450 North Brewing Company is a small craft brewery situated on the Simmons family farm in beautiful Columbus, Indiana. Since 2012 the Simmons family has been crafting some of the finest beers in the country. They produce beer, wine, and hard cider on site and are open to the public daily. They offer a full menu including brick oven-fired pizza and wine and beer tastings.  

Zwanzigz PIzza

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1038 Lafayette Ave, Columbus, IN 47201
With over 10 specialty pizzas, a create-your-own-pizza option, and toasty hoagies, our menu is stacked with a wide variety of dining options. Using the finest ingredients in the industry, ZwanzigZ uses a proprietary blend of veggies, spices, and cheese for the freshest pizza around. In addition to delicious pizza pies, ZwanzigZ offers 20+ rotating craft beers and four sodas on tap brewed in our new production facility located just two blocks away from our pizzeria and brewpub.

Waffle House

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An American staple in dinner breakfast food. Known across the Midwest for 24/7 service.  Emile's favorite dinner. Best between the hours of 10pm and 4am. Simple chain spot offering American diner fare & all-day breakfast, including signature waffles and hash browns. 

Yats

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325 4th St, Columbus, IN 47201
Cajun. Creole. Crazy.
This is Yats, a local New Orleans style joint.
The menu is a rotating list of diverse sauces and stews, reflecting the founder’s New Orleans roots. Yats offers up a daily menu of seven to ten dishes. 

Henry Social Club

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423 Washington St, Columbus, IN 47201
Henry Social Club is a unique culinary gem in the heart of Columbus, Indiana.  Selection of large and small plate dishes, including steaks, homemade breads, pastas, salads, and desserts. The beverage program includes an extensive selection of fine spirits, creative cocktails, and a world class wine selection. Henry Social Club offers the kind of restaurant experience you would find in a large city, right in our hometown. 

The Nifty Beet

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901 Washington St, Columbus, IN 47201
Cafe in Downtown Columbus, IN that serves pressed juices, organic coffee and small bites.

Ramen Alley

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217 Washington St D, Columbus, IN 47201
Unfussy restaurant whipping up noodle soups, rice bowls, gyoza & mochi, plus craft & Japanese beers.

Thai Connection

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527 Washington St, Columbus, IN 47201
Bright Thai spot with a relaxed vibe serving noodles, curries & satays, plus beer & cocktails.

Flavors of India

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217 Washington St suite a, Columbus, IN
Authentic Indian cuisine restaurant located in historic downtown Columbus serving family friendly casual dinning and exotic lunch buffet.

Where to Drink

The Garage Pub and Grill

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308 4th St, Columbus, IN 47201
Large bar & grill with a patio, an extensive menu of comfort food, live music & karaoke nights.

Columbus Bar

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322 4th St, Columbus, IN 47201
Enduring brewpub offers house & craft beers plus comfort food with a twist in a cheery setting.

4th Street Bar and Grill

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433 4th St, Columbus, IN 47201
Long-running, casual hangout with a neighborhood vibe, occasional music & a menu of pub grub.

Things to do

Brown County State Park

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Camping, hiking, mountain biking , great recreational area. This is where we have gone on many hikes and where we got engaged!

Downtown Public Art

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DOWNTOWN PUBLIC ART
All over downtown Columbus, Indiana. Download the Columbus, IN app for a free walking tour.

The Commons

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The Commons is an indoor community and event space in Columbus, Indiana.  Features several dining options, public art, indoor playground. A five thousand square foot indoor playground with a 35-foot tall “Luckey Climber” is a family favorite.

Columbus Architecture

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Columbus is a city of over 47,000, yet The American Institute of Architects ranked it 6th in the nation for architectural innovation and design – right behind Chicago, New York, Boston, San Francisco, and Washington, D.C. The visitor’s guide lists over 90 buildings and pieces of public art by internationally noted architects and artists.

kidscommons Columbus’ Community Children's Museum

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Hands-on museum aimed at teaching children through fun interactive exhibits.

Mill Race Park

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Landscape Management recognized this 85-acre riverfront park as one of the top 100 parks in the nation for design, reputation, and accessibility. It includes an 84-foot observation tower, a covered bridge, people trails, fishing at two lakes, picnic shelters, playground equipment, horseshoe pits, basketball courts, and an amphitheater that hosts concerts and performances.

Irwin Gardens

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Local historic home with Inn and gardens

Otter Creek Golf Course

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A Robert Trent Jones course

Anderson Falls

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A forty-four acre park near Hartsville and nine miles east of Columbus, featuring a cascading waterfall and two hiking paths of 1.75 and 2.25 miles.

INDIANA PREMIUM OUTLETS

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Make a day of it, shopping for the finest designer labels and leading brands at savings of 25% to 65% every day at 85 outlet shops located right on Interstate 65, between Indianapolis and Louisville.