The green pitched roof of the India-Oak Grill hides quietly behind a UDF, a tall fence and a smattering of haphazardly parked cars. It's the kind of place only locals frequent, but newcomers are pleasantly surprised to end up.
The Grill had been a longtime favorite of Clintonville resident Matt Gill, so he and his two brothers jumped at the chance to buy the bar nearly four years ago. "Everyone knows each other [here]. It's friendly and welcoming," he said.
Lo-Fi Punk: Is Columbus, Ohio, the New Brooklyn?
Published by John Norris on Tuesday, May 6, 2008
When you see MTV News producer CJ Smith’s report on the burgeoning lo-fi punk movement (clip above), you’ll notice that the phenom is spreading out around the country. From LA’s No Age and The Smell, to Portland’s Eat Skull and Little Claw, to Memphis’s Jay Reatard, the artists are from all over the place. But key to the movement — in fact, it wouldn’t be the same without it — is a zone in the USA known as the Rust Belt. That’s right, the same Rust Belt that Barack and Hillary have been courting in recent weeks, whose economy is largely in the dumps, is home to some of our most exciting music.
From Philadelphia’s Clockcleaner and the venerable Siltbreeze label, all the way west to Lafayette, Indiana’s TV Ghost, I-70 seems to be ground zero for lo-fi punk. The unexpected ground zero seems to be Ohio’s capital, Columbus. That city’s home to the most prominent of these bands, [urTimes New Viking, whose two-minute-long offerings of fuzzed-out pop punk, on full display on this year’s “Rip It Off,” earn them frequent comparisons to those other Ohio icons, Dayton’s Guided By Voices. “We definitely came of age with that kind of stuff,” said Beth Murphy.
Liquid, the premier women’s club of Columbus located in the Short North, sets grand opening date for May 17.
Liquid, the new cafe, lounge and weekend danceclub located in the Short North sets its grand opening date for Saturday, May 17. Doors will open to the public at 7PM. The party will feature complimentary hors d’oeuvres, specialty drinks, professional dancers and live DJ entertainment. Prior to the grand opening, Liquid has scheduled an invitation-only VIP party on Friday, May 16, for everyone who signed up early on the liquidhotspot.com website.
Liquid is a full service restaurant and lounge open seven days a week, featuring Liquid Lunch specials and Happy hour + small plates. “Liquid is open to everyone for lunch, dinner and happy hour,” says Deborah Yankulov, club owner. “Our Chef, Sherri Brunner, has put together an eclectic cafe-style menu serving delicious food at decent prices.” Yankulov says to expect some sizzle on the weekends when the entire club will be transformed to ladie’s night every Friday and Saturday night. The space is outfitted with a complete light and sound system, including their very own Liquid lights. Sexy dancers and DJs spinning mainstream club dance music will be part of the entertainment, along with monthly themed parties and impromptu staff performances. “We want this to be a fun place where the ladies can come out, have a great time and feel comfortable who they are,” says Yankulov. Liquid also plans a lush outdoor patio garden, which will be smoker-friendly.
ABOUT LIQUID — Located at 1100 N. High St. in the Short North. Hours of operation: Kitchen serves 11AM to 11PM seven days a week. Weekend danceclub is 21 and over from 9PM to 2:30AM every Friday and Saturday night. Liquid offers full menu service, alcoholic beverages, entertainment, music and dancing. Free nearby parking. Space available for private parties.
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Nightlife NewsA sign on a storefront near Surly Girl is announcing the opening of a new whiskey bar called Barrel 44.
Does anyone know anything about this place? Could be great.
My friends, It comes with some level of despondency that I come to you this evening to announce the closing of Outland @ 660 Harrisburg Pike in Central Point just west of Downtown Columbus. This is not a joke, the bar WILL close after this weekend ( April 25th, 26th & 27th, 2008 ). Even though Outland has only been at that location for a few short years, the fit doesnt seem to fit well with new tenants that will be occupying the frontside of the building.
OH BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE! You didnt REALLY think that would be the END did you? In just 6 six weeks, Outland will REOPEN it's doors in a new spot in the Brewery District! The leases are signed, the construction is underway and the beer is already getting cold! So please be mindful as you're getting your groove on this weekend - try not to break stuff! Because it's ALL going to the new spot to open in June! We cant give more details just yet on the new location other than what we already have, but trust us... IT IS SWEET and you're all going to love it.
If the closing of the Brownstone wasn’t enough to put a dent in upscale urban nightlife, now the famous COVE Lounge will shut it’s doors for good. After going strong for over 4 years and hosting some of the biggest events and celebrities to ever hit the city, the COVE lounge will be closing it’s doors to the public but for what reason? This announcement comes as a shock to thousands of Columbus residents who frequent the chill lounge every weekend to enjoy some good music and some nice drinks.
Wexner program draws rising star musicians
Chad Rutan
Issue date: 4/14/08
Next@Wex is the brainchild of Charles Helm, director of performing arts at the Wexner. His idea finally took shape in 2000 through a generous endowment from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation's invitation-only "Leading Presenting Institutions" program.
Helm said the goals are to bring bands to Columbus that are on the cusp of making it big, treat them as artists and provide high-quality performance spaces.
The program offers a large array of acts in venues that have first-class sound and production. Helm said that because Next@Wex is a university organization, it is important that the shows be all-age accessible.
"Next@Wex provides these musical artists an opportunity to play in the context of an arts center at Ohio State," Helm said. "We treat them as artists, not just as a band, because that's what they are, with the same care we provide theater or dance companies."
With the goal of becoming more educated on the world of beer, The Columbus Beer Wench invites blog readers to join in her venture towards becoming a beer connoisseur. As of this February, The Wench has been hosting informal beer tastings with local citizens at a various local establishments.
The Beer Wench recently reached out to the owners of Tip Top Kitchen and Cocktails for potential collaboration. Known for consistently listening and responding to the wants and needs of its community, Tip Top owners Liz and Tim Lessner jumped at the opportunity to support its local beer loving population.
In turn, Tim Lessner reached out to The Beer Wench for local input on Tip Top’s beer menu.
This past Friday, The Beer Wench met with Tim and Steve, Tip Top bar manager, to brainstorm ideas. The three minds collaborated to create the distinctive concept of a “community inspired beer menu”.
The concept is rather simple. Let Columbus citizens choose the beers they want Tip Top to offer on its beer menu. Let them also choose the ones that should be discontinued.
Tip Top Kitchen & Cocktails, in conjunction with The Columbus Beer Wench, invites the citizens of Columbus to explore this new concept on Sunday, April 20th. The inaugural Tip Top “Drink With The Wench” will take place from 5pm until 8pm. The event will cost $15 dollars a head and includes the beer, various appetizers and Tip Top’s infamous sweet potato fries.
Tasters will sample six different beers, three from the current Tip Top menu and three new beers. Each person will have the opportunity to provide input to which of the current beers should be discontinued and which of the new beers should be offered on the Tip Top beer menu. Beers chosen by the group will be featured as local selections. All guests are encouraged to stay and socialize further after the tasting. As always, the kitchen and bar will be open till close.
Grilled to perfection
By Bryan Bullock
April 10, 2008
When most other bar kitchens turn off the stove for the night, the Press Grill is still sizzling. With food offered nightly till 1 a.m., the Short North pub serves up some of the tastiest bar fare available night or day.
Started by the Press family over 50 years ago, the Press Grill is one of the oldest Short North eateries. Through several changes in ownership — and even a devastating roof collapse in the '90s — the Grill has evolved over the years, but their loyal patrons remain.
It only takes two dozen barflies for the boxcar-sized pub to feel bustling. The Grill's upscale diner atmosphere welcomes unwinding. Tall leather chairs line the long, steel-topped bar. Cherry wood trim and black-and-white photographs highlight the walls, while monochrome checkered floors complement the motif.
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A sign on a storefront near Surly Girl is announcing the opening of a new whiskey bar called Barrel 44.
