Family-Owned Restaurant

South Village Grille in Columbus, OH shares a heritage with other reputable restaurants and bars in the community. We are proud to be part of the Local Bar, Local Cantina, and Old Skool BBQ family. Our restaurant is the fourth concept in line, and the ninth location for George Tanchevski’s company, which has been in business since 2011.

What sets us apart from the competition is that we are committed to providing our customers with upscale service in a casual, relaxed atmosphere. Our approach to Modern American cuisine is rooted in European cooking techniques, and we offer an extensive and affordable wine list to pair with our dishes. Our cocktails are one-of-a-kind, with a heavy focus on fresh preparation.

Meet Our Executive Chef, Josh Wiest

Born in Florida, Josh moved to Columbus with his family at a young age. He started as a dishwasher in a campus cafeteria, and worked his way up the ladder. When he graduated from high school, he moved to New York to study at the French Culinary Institute in Manhattan.

After studying in Manhattan, Josh trained under Todd English at the Plaza Hotel in New York. He then moved back to Columbus to reconnect with the city’s growing food movement, as well as to continue his studies at G. Michael's Bistro. For Josh, the vibe of the city of Columbus cannot be found elsewhere.

Meet Our General Manager, Crystal Oberly

Growing up in a small farming community Crystal traveled the US for a couple of years after school. She settled down in Columbus where she got her first industry job as a server. After serving for a few years at various restaurants, she started bar-tending at Local Cantina and helped open the Brewery District location. She quickly worked her way up the ladder to become a manager and oversaw the Hilliard property.

Finally she transferred to become the General Manager of South Village Grille. She loves the creativity, passion, and opportunity for growth in the Columbus food and beverage scene. Each day in the service industry is a unique and new opportunity to meet new people and grow in her craft.