The Walrus – Seafood
The Walrus pulses with a vibrant, high-energy spirit, inviting guests into a space where the scent of sizzling candied bacon and golden-fried chicken sets the stage for an indulgent morning feast. Playful, over-the-top creations like syrup-drenched French toast and the bold "Britney Bitch" sandwich reimagine comfort food with a cheeky flair, turning every meal into a spirited celebration of decadence. From hearty country fried steaks to crisp Belgian waffles, the kitchen delivers a soulful, flavor-packed experience that makes every brunch feel like a special occasion.
143, East Main Street, Columbus, OH, 43215 +16148171710 http://www.thewalruscolumbus.com/0Cuisine: Seafood
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at The Walrus
Dairy-Free at The Walrus
The Walrus in Columbus has 9 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including House Salad Bowl, Veggie Tray and Sweet Potato Fry Tray. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at The Walrus
The Walrus in Columbus has 6 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including House Salad Bowl, Veggie Tray and Bacon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at The Walrus
The Walrus in Columbus has 16 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including House Salad Bowl, Veggie Tray and Sweet Potato Fry Tray. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at The Walrus
The Walrus in Columbus has 6 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Candied Bacon, Bacon and Fruit Tray. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at The Walrus
The Walrus in Columbus has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bacon and French Fry Tray. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at The Walrus
The Walrus in Columbus has 4 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Veggie Tray, Bacon and Deadpool Mule. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at The Walrus
The Walrus in Columbus has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Bacon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at The Walrus
The Walrus in Columbus has 9 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including House Salad Bowl, Veggie Tray and Avocado Toast. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at The Walrus
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| El Morsa | 19 g | 61.2 g |
| Buffalo Chicken Flatbread | 17.9 g | 58.5 g |
| Charcuterie Tray | 62.8 g | 39.2 g |
| Brunch Burrito | 72.9 g | 35.2 g |
| Fajita Omelet | 19.1 g | 26.3 g |
| French Fry Tray | 0 g | 23.9 g |
| Avocado Toast | 32 g | 23 g |
| Candied Bacon | 3.5 g | 21.3 g |
| Chicken & Waffles | 40.3 g | 21 g |
| Fruit Tray | 0 g | 21 g |
| Seasoned Breakfast Potatoes | 91.1 g | 19.4 g |
| Candied Bacon Melt | 7.4 g | 19 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 2:30 AM
Menu
Brunch
Available Saturday & Sunday until 3pm
- Brunch Burrito - $14.5: Scrambled eggs, avocado, cheddar, mushrooms, tomato & Ohio chorizo in a flour tortilla with seasoned potatoes. Topped with salsa verde & sour cream. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Candied Bacon Melt - $14.5: Candied bacon, with melted cheddar & egg, served sandwich-style on a Belgian waffle with seasoned breakfast potatoes. Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Britney Bitch Sandwich - $14.5: Fried egg, pastrami & American cheese on a toasted croissant with mayo. Served with breakfast potatoes. Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Fajita Omelet - $14.5: Sauteed peppers, onions, kale & American cheese folded in eggs. Served with seasoned breakfast potatoes. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- El Morsa - $14.5: Biscuits topped with two fried eggs, Walrus fries, Ohio chorizo gravy, crumbled bacon & cheddar. Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Fried French Toast - $14.5: Thick slices of deep fried Texas toast, topped with powdered sugar, served with fresh fruit & Ohio made maple syrup. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chicken & Waffles - $14.5: Hot & spicy fried chicken breast, served over a Belgian waffle drizzled with buffalo sauce & Ohio made maple syrup. Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Breakfast Sandwich - $14.5: Fried egg, cheddar, bacon, avocado, & mayo on a croissant. Served with seasoned breakfast potatoes. Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Country Fried Steak - $14.5: Country fried steak topped with chorizo gravy, served with eggs and seasoned potatoes. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Belgian Waffle - $14.5: Belgian waffle topped with fresh fruit & whipped cream, served with butter & maple syrup. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Avocado Toast - $14.5: Toasted wheat bread topped with house made guacamole. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Catering Platters
Large party banquet style service.
- Garlic Bread (24 pieces) - $48: Texas Toast baked with garlic butter. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Salad Bowl - $75: Mixed greens and romaine topped with carrots, cucumbers, tomato, and red onion. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Tray - $85: Assortment of fresh cut veggies, including carrots, cucumbers, peppers, broccoli, and cauliflower. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fruit Tray - $145: Honey Dew, Pineapple, Watermelon, Cantelope. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Chilled Shrimp Cocktail - $200: Approximately 5lbs. of shrimp per order. Served with cocktail sauce. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Fry Tray - $55: Walrus fries. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Potato Fry Tray - $65: Sweet potato fries, served with chipotle mayo. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Tray - $150: Cheddar, Swiss & Pepper Jack served with an assortment of crackers. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Charcuterie Tray - $150: An assortment of meats served with an assortment of crackers. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mac & Cheese - $75: House-made creamy Mac n Cheese, baked and topped with bread crumbs. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked Wings Platter (50 wings) - $150: 50 seasoned baked wings, tossed in choice of house made sauces. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Flatbreads
- Tomato Basil Flatbread - $14.5: Garlic spread, mozzarella, fresh cut tomatoes, and fresh basil. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Night Owl Flatbread - $14.5: Pepperoni, mozzarella, basil & marinara. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Chicken Flatbread - $14.5: Pulled chicken, mozzarella, blue cheese crumbles & celery, drizzled with buffalo sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Cocktails
- Tusk & Mule - $12: Skyy Vodka, fresh lime & ginger juice, topped with ginger beer. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse
- Wally Smash - $12: Jameson IPA Caskmates, orange liqueur, fresh lemon, ginger & blackberry. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free
- Deadpool Mule - $12: Aviation Gin, peach Schnapps, fresh lime & ginger beer. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Wally Punch - $12: Bumbu Rum, passionfruit & fresh orange. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free
- Olde Towne Fashioned - $12: Buffalo Trace Bourbon, orange bitters, sugar & brandied cherries. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, TLC
- Espresso Martini - $12: Skyy Vodka, vanilla, hazelnut & cold brew.
Sides & A La Carte
- 2 Eggs Any Style - $4 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Bacon - $4 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Candied Bacon - $5 Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Seasoned Breakfast Potatoes - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline Available at: breakfast, brunch
Frequently Asked Questions about The Walrus
- Is The Walrus dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. The Walrus has 9 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including House Salad Bowl, Veggie Tray and Sweet Potato Fry Tray.
- What can I eat at The Walrus on a dairy-free diet?
- House Salad Bowl, Veggie Tray and Sweet Potato Fry Tray carry the dairy-free tag, out of 9 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does The Walrus have vegan options?
- Yes. 9 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including House Salad Bowl and Veggie Tray.
- Is The Walrus gluten-free?
- 6 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at The Walrus?
- El Morsa, at roughly 61.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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