Bob Vitale is a Dining Reporter at Dispatch. He covers a wide range of topics related to food and beverages, including restaurant innovation, food safety, and beverage production, while also exploring themes in hospitality and leisure. Bob's work has been featured in numerous publications, including Yahoo News, Columbus Monthly, and USA TODAY.
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Bob Vitale's articles predominantly focus on local restaurants and food-related events in Columbus, Ohio. He also covers topics related to holidays, house & home, as well as sports. Given his strong emphasis on the local restaurant scene and food industry in Columbus, he would likely be interested in pitches that highlight new restaurant openings, unique culinary experiences or trends specific to the Columbus area.
For those looking to reach out about promotional deals or seasonal events related to food and beverage establishments in Columbus or wider Ohio region, Bob may be receptive for such announcements.
Considering Bob’s extensive coverage of local businesses and community-based stories centered around dining options and neighborhood activities, it is apparent that he has a keen interest in highlighting the vibrant culture within these areas.
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Scheduled to open in August on the first floor of Good Night John Boy, the new country spot will host live music and DJs, drinks and food.
Columbus Dispatch Twelve Columbus-area restaurants were recognized in Wine Spectator's 2026 Restaurant Awards.
Chef Josh Dalton's new restaurant will feature dishes and flavors from across the Mediterranean. The cocktail menu will share similar influences.
Columbus Dispatch Chef Josh Dalton's Rosalita, is now expected to open in January 2027.
Columbus Dispatch A 1-year-old boy was fatally shot on Columbus' Southeast Side on July 11.
Vice President JD Vance, who clashed with Lindsey Graham often on Iran, Ukraine and other U.S. foreign policy matters, is among those paying homage to the South Carolina senator who died suddenly July 11
Columbus Dispatch Columbus is expecting temperatures up to 10 degrees hotter than normal for the upcoming week.
Columbus Dispatch A 67-year-old woman was found dead on the South Side of Columbus on July 11. Police have identified the victim as Randelle Bowman.
Columbus Dispatch An Applebee's restaurant on Polaris Parkway in Columbus, Ohio, has permanently closed.
Bob Vitale, Columbus Dispatch James Watt, who cofounded Scottish craft brewer BrewDog and made central Ohio its U.S. base of operations , wants to buy his old company back.
