The original Budd Dairy Co. milk bottling plant and distributor was opened in 1916 and was considered as the most modern processing facility of its kind at the time. The main facility was expanded in 1921 to accommodate horse drawn wagons and vehicles. After being purchased by the Hamilton Milk Company, and subsequently Borden Dairy, the last shipment of milk was processed in the building in 1967.

As a result of the historic preservation and adaptive reuse of the building, the Budd Dairy Food Hall is Columbus’ first-ever venue for restaurant incubation, culinary exploration and entertainment. The food hall, located in Italian Village, gives the city’s top up-and-coming chefs the opportunity to grow as entrepreneurs and to serve their community in a unique gathering space. The updated space accommodates 10 food vendors, 3 bars including a full rooftop bar. entertainment areas, games, unique seating areas and space for community functions.