New Short North spot aims for cosmopolitan vibe but affordable noshes

From the Columbus Dispatch

clipped from www.dispatch.com On the level On Restaurants On the level New Short North spot aims for cosmopolitan vibe but affordable noshes Tuesday,  June 23, 2009 3:02 AM By Bill Chronister THE COLUMBUS DISPATCH Level Dining Lounge, at 700 N. High St. in the Short North, presents itself on a number of levels. The former R.J. Snapper's has been retooled inside and out to be cosmopolitan, said Brent LaCount of the Design Collective, yet evoking a sense of "old Columbus." The facade has been pared down to the brick to lend permanence to the location, yet the removal of awnings also brightens the space during the day and gives the mezzanine lounge views both into the dining area and onto High Street. And despite the deep contrast of white leather and green fabrics, mixed with dramatic lighting and a high-tech DJ/VJ booth, the seating in the bar, dining room and lounge is comfortable and casual. " />