The Little Grand Market

What The Little Grand Market does

The Little Grand Market is a 23,000 square foot food hall operated by Thrive Companies within the Grandview Crossing mixed-use development in Grandview Heights, Columbus, Ohio. The venue officially opened to the public on August 16, 2024, and houses ten chef partner vendor stalls (Common Rice, Frascati Market, Fresh and Feta, Just Chicken, Lan Viet, Los Agavez Taqueria, Pablo's Havana Cafe, Preston's: A Burger Joint, Seoul Food on the Go, and Sexton's Pizza), two large bars (The Little Grand Bar and Seven Sisters), and a coffee shop (Bada Bean Bada Booze). The venue surrounds a three-acre park designated as a DORA (Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area), enabling outdoor alcohol consumption and supporting an indoor-outdoor dining model.

The market generates revenue through three primary streams: (1) transaction-based food and beverage sales across the ten chef stalls and two bars, with diverse international cuisines (Vietnamese, Italian, Mediterranean, Mexican, Cuban, Korean, American) and craft cocktails featuring local Columbus breweries and distilleries; (2) professional services revenue from private event venue rental, with a 3,800 sq ft event space accommodating 60-800 guests for corporate events, weddings, and celebrations, with full catering from the in-house chef partners; and (3) transaction-based revenue from weekly farmers markets, the Golden Hour Market summer series, and community programming such as live music and outdoor fitness classes. Pricing operates on a pay-as-you-go model at each vendor, with happy hour specials (Mon-Fri 4pm-6pm: $2 off drafts and well spirits) and unified digital gift cards usable across all vendors via Toast Tab.

Distribution and GTM are predominantly direct-to-consumer: a physical food hall destination with walk-in customers, families, and event hosts, supported by first-come/first-serve communal seating (no reservations), free weekend parking via ParkMobile Zone 82103, a QR-code-based online ordering system through meandu.app for pickup, and a newly launched DoorDash delivery partnership. Marketing relies on organic social (Instagram, Facebook, YouTube), a monthly email newsletter, blog content, and event programming. The company is privately held, headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, and operates within the 11-50 employee range, with no disclosed funding, revenue figures, or venture backing.

Name

The Little Grand Market

Legal name

The Little Grand Market

Website

https://thelittlegrandmarket.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2024

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Little Grand Market is a 23,000 sq ft food hall in Columbus, Ohio, operated by Thrive Companies, offering 10 chef partner stalls, two bars, a coffee shop, and private event space, serving walk-in diners, event hosts, and community programming attendees through direct-to-consumer sales and venue rentals.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Food Hall and Event Venue

NAICS

Specialty Food Retailers (4452), Limited-Service Restaurants (722513), Drinking Places (Alcoholic Beverages) (722410)

SIC

Retail-Eating & Drinking Places (5810), Retail-Food Stores (5400)

akta.pro primary industry

Gourmet & Fine Food Stores (CRAHAGAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Prepared Foods & Catering-Focused Specialty Stores (CRAHAGAM), Luxury Gourmet Food & Specialty Food Halls (Department Store–Operated) (CRAGADAH)

Keywords

• Food hall dining
• Craft cocktail bar
• Private event venue
• Local chef vendors
• Community food market

Headquarters

HQ city

Columbus

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Food and Beverage Sales: Revenue generated from 10 chef partners selling diverse cuisines including Vietnamese, Italian, Mediterranean, Mexican, Cuban, Korean, and American comfort food. Bar sales include craft cocktails, local beers, wine, and mocktails.
2. Private Event Venue Rental: The 3,800 sq ft event space accommodating 60-800 guests generates revenue through venue rental for corporate events, weddings, receptions, birthday parties, and other celebrations. Catering from 10 chef partners is available.
3. Farmers Market and Special Events: Revenue from weekly farmers markets, The Golden Hour Market series, and other special event programming that brings additional foot traffic to the venue.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The Little Grand Market is a 23,000-square-foot food hall in Grandview Heights, Columbus, Ohio, housing 10 chef partner stalls, two full-service bars, a coffee shop, and indoor/outdoor dining areas. It sells prepared food and beverages directly to consumers for dine-in, pickup, and delivery, and rents 3,800 square feet of private event space accommodating 60-800 guests. The venue also hosts recurring community programming including farmers markets, live music, and fitness classes.

Product overview

The Little Grand Market is a 23,000 square foot food hall (core product) located in Columbus, Ohio's Grandview Heights development, featuring 10 chef partner vendor stalls (Common Rice, Frascati Market, Fresh and Feta, Just Chicken, Lan Viet, Los Agavez Taqueria, Pablo's Havana Cafe, Preston's Burgers, Seoul Food on the Go, Sexton's Pizza), two large bar concepts (The Little Grand Bar and Seven Sisters Bar), a coffee shop (Bada Bean Bada Booze), private event spaces, and an online ordering system. The venue operates as a unified community dining and social hub where customers can order from any vendor, dine in communal spaces, and enjoy alcoholic beverages in the outdoor DORA-designated park area.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• The Little Grand Bar: Main bar at the market offering craft cocktails, local brews, and wine
• Seven Sisters
• Bada Bean Bada Booze

Products and services

• The Little Grand Market Food Hall A 23,000-square-foot food hall in Columbus, Ohio offering dine-in access to 10 chef partner vendor stalls, two large bars, and a coffee shop, with first-come, first-serve community-style seating, online ordering, and delivery options for individuals, families, and groups.
• The Little Grand Bar One of two large bar concepts at the food hall, offering craft cocktails, local brews, and wine, with Happy Hour specials Mon-Fri 4-6pm ($2 off drafts and well spirits) for dine-in guests.
• Seven Sisters Bar A patio bar concept offering celestial-themed cocktails, a special bar menu, and an intimate patio space with astrological-themed decor for guests seeking an alternative bar environment within the market.
• Bada Bean Bada Booze An in-house coffee shop serving locally roasted Florin Coffee and breakfast options from 7am-3pm daily, transitioning to expertly crafted cocktails by night for market guests.
• Private Event Spaces 3,800 square feet of private event space accommodating 60-800 guests with downtown views, full catering from 10 chef partners, cocktail services, and event coordination for corporate events, weddings, fundraisers, receptions, and milestone celebrations.
• Online Ordering for Pickup Mobile-optimized online ordering system via meandu.app that allows guests to scan a QR code, order food and drinks from any of the 10 chef partners or bars, and receive text notifications when orders are ready for pickup.
• Digital Gift Cards

Quantifiable outcome

• No reservations needed - first-come, first-serve community-style seating reduces friction for spontaneous dining
• +1 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• The Athletic CosminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 30 May 2025The Athletic Cos hosts outdoor group fitness classes every Saturday from May 30 through September 26 at The Little Grand Market. Classes run 9:30-11:00 AM on the turf, with special activations on the last Saturday of each month including live DJs and cold plunges from Sweathouz.
• Not Your Mama's Craft MarketcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2025Not Your Mama's Craft Market runs The Golden Hour Market, a summer mini market series held on the final Friday of each month from April to September. The event features local makers, bakers, vintage shops, and boutiques with live music and food vendors, aligning with the market's community-focused mission.
• ParkmobileminorOthersParking partner for the venue. Visitors register on ParkMobile (Zone 82103) to redeem 1.5 hours of complimentary parking. Free parking on Saturdays and Sundays.
• Bada Bean Bada BoozecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCoffee shop operating within The Little Grand Market, serving Florin Coffee from 7am-3pm daily. Offers breakfast options in the morning and transitions to cocktails by night, located within the food hall.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Chelsea Market: Landmark NYC food hall housing diverse artisanal food vendors, retail, and offices. Comparable to The Little Grand Market as a curated multi-vendor food destination with strong tourist/event draw, though significantly larger and part of a national brand.
• Eataly: Global Italian-themed marketplace combining multiple eateries, bars, and retail food offerings under one roof. Comparable to The Little Grand Market as a curated multi-vendor food hall destination with an event and retail component, though far larger and more internationally established.

Direct peers

• Time Out Market: Curated food hall concept featuring chef-driven restaurants and bars under one roof with a strong editorial/curation angle. Highly comparable business model to The Little Grand Market — multiple chef stalls, bars, communal seating, and event programming — with the key difference being Time Out Market's multi-city footprint and brand.
• Politan Row: Operates curated food halls (Chicago, Atlanta) featuring diverse local chef concepts under one roof. Directly comparable to The Little Grand Market in curation-led food-hall model, with a focus on emerging chef brands rather than chains.
• Ponce City Market: Iconic Atlanta food hall inside a redeveloped mixed-use building featuring diverse chef-driven food stalls, bars, and event space. Directly comparable to The Little Grand Market in model (multi-vendor food hall, bars, events within a larger development), with a more established national brand.
• Assembly Food Hall: Nashville-based multi-vendor food hall featuring diverse cuisines, bars, and rooftop programming. Closely mirrors The Little Grand Market's model of diverse chef stalls, multiple bars, event programming, and communal seating in a destination venue.
• Hub Hall: Boston's multi-vendor food hall inside the Hub on Causeway mixed-use development featuring local chef concepts and bars. Highly comparable to The Little Grand Market's model of curating local chefs within a larger mixed-use development with DORA-equivalent outdoor drinking flexibility.
• Urbanspace: Operator of multiple urban food halls and markets (e.g., Urbanspace Vanderbilt, Gotham West Market) featuring curated chef-driven vendors. Directly comparable to The Little Grand Market in curated food-hall format and vendor model, but operates at multiple locations.

Regional players

• North Market: Historic Columbus, Ohio public market featuring diverse local food vendors, merchants, and event space. Most directly comparable regional peer to The Little Grand Market — same city, same multi-vendor food hall model — though longer-established with a more traditional market format.

Emerging players

• Sexton's Pizza: Columbus-based pizzeria operating as one of the ten chef partner vendors inside The Little Grand Market. Comparable as a vendor concept within a curated food hall; also operates its own standalone locations, making it a useful peer for unit economics on a single food hall tenant.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@TheLittleGrandMarket
• Facebookfacebook.com/thelittlegrandmarket
• Instagraminstagram.com/thelittlegrandmarket

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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