

Among all the changes happening in downtown Columbus, at least one thing remains the same: The Peanut Shoppe! This week, the Peanut Shoppe opened in its new location and under new ownership, but still in Capitol Square.


There has been a peanut shop in downtown Columbus since 1936. (Similar to the Peanut Shop in downtown Akron.) It’s moved locations a few times, but has been on the corner of East State Street and North High Street for many years.


Longtime owners Pat and Mike Stone were ready to move on (though still involved in the store), so they passed the torch to Matt and Kate Powell. The Stones have owned the store since 1996, but Mike has worked for the business since 1972!


The Peanut Shoppe’s new digs are just across the plaza at 4 East Broad Street, sandwiched between Black Kahawa Coffee and Three Bites Bakery/Little Cat Boba.


All the familiar sights, sounds and smells are there: freshly roasted peanuts, chocolates, candies and lots of snacks.


This includes the old peanut roaster complete with Mr. Peanut on it.


Peanuts are kept warm right by the front door.




Keep an eye on their social media for their hours as they fully open!
The Peanut Shop
4 E. Broad St.
Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 221-8837
FB: Peanut Shoppe Columbus
IG: @thepeanutshoppecolumbus
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