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Thurman Cafe

183 Thurman Ave, Columbus, OH 43206-2629
614-443-1570
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Ranked #32 of 1,254 restaurants in Columbus
Price range: $5 - $10
Cuisines: American, Hamburgers, Bar
Good for: Bar scene, Large groups, Doing business, Local cuisine
Dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Takeout, Late Night
Restaurant details
Good for: Bar scene, Large groups, Doing business, Local cuisine
Dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Takeout, Late Night
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Cleveland, Ohio, United States
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW

Make it a point to come and enjoy their burgers, you wont be disappointed! Be prepared for a wait, as the seating area is very small, but its defintely worth it!

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See 3 more reviews by Bobbie T for Columbus
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 via mobile

My girlfriend and I took a weekend trip away to Columbus, Ohio. One of the stopping points for lunch on Saturday is this little jewel. This bar/grill is small, but full of flare. The burgers are to die for and service was wonderful. I heard about this place from my parents and from Tv on Man vs Food. It's a... More

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See 3 more reviews by G3ntl3manR0gu3 for Columbus
pittsburgh
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013

Thurman Burger is outstanding. Had t order take out because the place was packed. Food was ready quick and was excellent

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chagrin falls
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2013 via mobile

Yes, you will have to wait long time for table (have drink & spend some money on the jukebox), but you gotta do it. American institution. You will not believe the size of these burgers. ( 3/4 lbs). One of best we have had in long time. Classic college bar atmosphere. Don't miss this.

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See 2 more reviews by islandjule for Columbus
Hilliard, Ohio
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2013

If you wan the king of burgers, this is the place! When you go to Thurman's you need to come with an appetite, no matter if you are getting something "regular" off the menu, or going for one of the monster Thurman burgers. You will need to find the "right" time to go, otherwise the wait can be painfully long.... More

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New Jersey
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2013

We stopped in around 5 on a Friday night, and good thing we did as it is apparent that this place starts stacking up. But what a great surprise--if you like the kind of place where burgers reign, and good beers on tap do as well, and, the service is fast and friendly, then come here. There aren't many seats... More

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Columbus, Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2013

Group of 5 went on a Saturday afternoon around 3:00. We waited about 90 minutes. It was with the wait. Our table had the western burger, mushroom burger, bacon burger, and jonnie burger with fresh cut fries. I personally had the jonnie burger. The horseradish and blue cheese were very mild and the burger was amazing. It's exactly how you... More

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Cincinnati, Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

My sons have been trying to get my wife and I up to Thurman's for a couple of years now. The two times we were in Columbus and line outside was beyond what we wanted to wait for....nonetheless, for a burger of all things. Last week we took some friends who were in from Mexico up to Columbus and we... More

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Springfield, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

When traveling to Columbus, you have to put The Thurmanator on your radar! It's a behemoth in size and taste. Top 3 Burgers I've had in my life and BELIEVE me when I say "I've had some burgers"!! Thank you Thurman Cafe for your dedication to burger excellence.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 7, 2013 via mobile

Stopped in on a Thursday afternoon at 2pm and had an hour wait! Burger was definitely worth the wait! Thick, juicy and tasty! My husband and I enjoy finding local, hole in the wall joints when we travel and this place is a gem!

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