Fast-casual build-your-own stir fry chain opens first central Ohio restaurant

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – An Asian-inspired fast-casual chain that allows customers to build their own stir-fry bowls has launched its first central Ohio restaurant near Gahanna. 

Honeygrow began welcoming customers at 4782 Morse Road, in the Trouville neighborhood just north of Gahanna, on Friday. The restaurant took over the building that formerly housed Mod Pizza, which closed last year amid financial troubles for the chain. 

“Columbus has an incredible food culture, and we see real opportunity to bring something new to the market,” said Justin Rosenberg, CEO of Honeygrow. “At Honeygrow, every dish is cooked to order and made with care. Gahanna represents another step toward our vision of making better-for-you dining exciting, unique and full of flavor.”

Honeygrow debuted in Ohio in 2024, with a restaurant in Strongsville. The brand has since spread across the northeast portion of the state, adding eateries in Canton, Akron, Mentor and Avon. The Morse Road opening brings the brand’s Ohio footprint to six locations. 

The chain allows guests to customize stir-fry bowls with egg white noodles, whole wheat noodles, gluten-free rice noodles, brown rice or greens as a base. Customers can then choose from protein options, such as steak, chicken, tofu and egg, along with toppings including vegetables, fruit, cheese and roasted garlic. The chain also offers pre-made dishes, like its sriracha tahini and red coconut curry stir-fries. 

Desserts on the menu include fruit cups with sweet toppings called “honeybars” and brownies. Honeygrow offers dine-in and take-out at its restaurants, along with catering services. 

Founded in 2012, the Pennsylvania-based chain has more than 67 locations across eight U.S. states, according to the company.