Have you noticed the intersection of Linworth and 161 being under development for what seems like an eternity? The good news is that it’s finally starting to take shape, and I couldn’t be more excited about one of its latest additions – Tomatillos. This fast-casual Mexican restaurant puts emphasis on using authentic and fresh ingredients.
As you step inside, the counter immediately catches your eye, hard to miss with its signage. After browsing through the menu and making your selection (personally, I’d recommend trying a bit of everything), you simply grab a number and choose a seat. When your meal is ready, they’ll deliver it right to your table.
One of the things I appreciate about Tomatillos is their happy hour, which covers both food and drinks. Even better, it runs until 7:00pm every day of the week, which is quite rare to come across.
I can’t stress enough how Tomatillos takes their emphasis on freshness to a whole new level, and that extends to their drinks as well! Just take a look at that bartender over there, squeezing the fruit right in front of us. For our drinks, I chose the Ultimate Blackberry Margarita while Stephen went with his all-time favorite, The Texas Margarita. Let me tell you, the blackberry cocktail was simply divine. It was stunning, invigorating, vibrant, and flavorful – not to mention the beautiful color it had. I have to warn you though, it was so delicious that it was easy to forget there was actually alcohol in there!
As we waited for our food, a bowl of chips was brought to our table, and we were kindly directed to the salsa bar. I must say, I’m a huge fan of the idea of a salsa bar. It’s great to see that Tomatillos recognizes that everyone has their own unique preference for heat and flavor, and with the salsa bar, there’s something for everyone. You definitely don’t want to miss out on the delectable goodness of their salsa selection.
There isn’t a way I could pick my favorite. I LOVED them all.
See? I told you, I LOVED them all. My husband wasn’t surprised when I came back to the table with all of them.
To my pleasant surprise, I wasn’t aware that we’d be treated to complimentary chips and unlimited access to their salsa bar. Had I known beforehand, I probably would have skipped ordering nachos. But let’s be honest here, who am I kidding? I couldn’t resist, and I’m glad I didn’t because just look at them, they look so irresistible!
When it comes to ordering your tacos at Tomatillos, you have two options to choose from – street-style or gourmet.
We opted for a combination of both styles.
Just like the salsas, it’s difficult for me to choose a favorite taco. Each one was incredibly delicious and packed with the freshness of their ingredients, making every bite a delight.
The avocado taco was a pleasant surprise with its simplicity, yet it was still incredibly flavorful. It made up for the fact that we forgot to order guacamole on the side.
I guess we didn’t really like any of our food. Ha. Clean plate awards for both of us!
I only just realized that my margarita was still mostly full even after we finished our meal. That’s a testament to how utterly scrumptious it was – I just couldn’t get enough!
Guess what? As if Tomatillos wasn’t already amazing enough, there’s another fantastic place located just beside it/inside called Diamonds. You may have already heard of them – they have locations on Bethel and in Hilliard. They’re famous for serving the best paletas in town, along with ice cream and a few other sweet treats. What’s so impressive is that they make every flavor in-house, by hand, with fresh, all-natural ingredients and without any artificial sweeteners, which explains why everything they serve is so darn delicious.
I stuck to my usual order of the cookie dough paleta, but I couldn’t resist trying something new when I saw what they had to offer – a churro bowl! Trust me, if you saw it for yourself, you’d want to try it too.
Yes, you read that right. A churro bowl sundae that’s absolutely heavenly. A freshly made churro bowl is filled with delectable ice cream, then topped with whipped cream, chocolate and strawberry syrup. I decided to go with salted caramel ice cream, and the combination of salty and sweet was pure bliss.
If you’re in search of a restaurant that offers authentic and fresh food, with options suitable for the entire family, Tomatillos is the perfect place to go. I was impressed with how effortless the whole experience was – you simply walk up to the counter, place your order, take your number, and they bring your food right to your table. It’s a fast and casual setup that caters to all tastes and preferences, and what’s more, you won’t need to leave the building for dessert – it’s all under one roof! Not only is it a great place for a family outing, but it’s also ideal for a date night. It’s incredibly family-friendly and has a warm, inviting ambiance that creates a cozy atmosphere for any occasion.
Tomatillos
2285 w. Dublin Granville rd. Suite 123
Worthington, OH 43085
Phone 614-987-7999
