Archives for "bars"

Midway Replaces Former Bento Go-Go

Midway Replaces Former Bento Go-Go

2 Walker / January 21, 2012 5:00 pm

Bento Go-Go is no more-more. The former restaurant and bar has been renovated for a new restaurant and bar called Midway on High. The new restaurant comes from the same family of owners, who also own and operate Haiku in… [Read More]

Welcome Back to The Brewery District

Welcome Back to The Brewery District

10 Walker / January 19, 2012 8:00 am

In the not too distant past, the Brewery District was the most happening nightlife spot in all of Columbus. Young professionals (before they were even called that) would swarm South Front Street on the weekends to grab drinks at any… [Read More]

Best Happy Hour of 2011: Bodega

Best Happy Hour of 2011: Bodega

0 Walker / December 29, 2011 6:00 pm

For the third year in a row, Bodega conquers the local happy hour scene with prices and a selection that can’t be beat. Their expansive beer list includes 50 craft beers on draft, and another 100+ specialty bottled beers. Bodega’s… [Read More]

Best Bar of 2011: St. James Tavern

Best Bar of 2011: St. James Tavern

7 Walker / December 29, 2011 3:00 pm

For the second year in a row, the fans have spoken… the St. James Tavern is the #1 bar in Columbus. This Italian Village staple celebrated its 15th anniversary back in September and while the neighborhood has changed a lot during… [Read More]

The Tree Bar Opening in Former Andyman’s Treehouse Venue

The Tree Bar Opening in Former Andyman’s Treehouse Venue

7 Walker / November 28, 2011 3:35 pm

Done Waiting reported today that the former Andyman’s Treehouse venue will be reopening on December 23rd as The Tree Bar. In the meantime, the venue is getting some minor updates and interior renovations. Back in August, The Treehouse abruptly closed… [Read More]

Element Pizza Adds Cocktails to Menu

Element Pizza Adds Cocktails to Menu

3 Walker / November 18, 2011 1:30 pm

Element Pizza is one of the newest restaurants to enter the Downtown market, having made their debut in August. This new restaurant prides itself on offering an unique style of pie that is halfway between a traditional Italian pizza and… [Read More]

The Grass Skirt Tiki Bar & Restaurant Opening Downtown in 2012

The Grass Skirt Tiki Bar & Restaurant Opening Downtown in 2012

40 Walker / October 31, 2011 1:50 pm

The Columbus Food League (previously known as The Betty’s Family of Restaurants) is expanding once again with the announcement of The Grass Skirt, slated to open Spring 2012 at 105 North Grant Street in Downtown Columbus. The Grass Skirt will… [Read More]

Barrel 44 to Open New Bexley Location

Barrel 44 to Open New Bexley Location

7 Walker / October 29, 2011 8:00 am

Fans of Barrel 44 will soon have another location to get their fix of whiskey and small plates. This Short North staple will be opening a second location in the former Bexley Monk space at 2232 East Main Street. “The… [Read More]

Mozart’s Cafe Adding Full Bar Service

Mozart’s Cafe Adding Full Bar Service

2 Walker / October 25, 2011 8:00 am

Last month, Anand Saha, owner of Mozart’s Cafe and Vienna Ice Cafe announced that they would be closing the Mozart’s location at The North Market to refocus on their Clintonville locations. Today we find out that part of that new… [Read More]

World of Beer Opening in The Brewery District

World of Beer Opening in The Brewery District

10 Walker / October 22, 2011 8:00 am

On October 31st, the Brewery District will become 50 beer taps and 500 beer varieties richer. World of Beer will open their doors at 503 South Front Street at 3pm that day to Facebook friends and the following day to… [Read More]

The Three-Legged Mare to Replace O’Shaughnessy’s Pub

The Three-Legged Mare to Replace O’Shaughnessy’s Pub

6 Walker / September 29, 2011 1:50 pm

O’Shaughnessy’s Pub closed their doors in the Arena District nearly six months ago, but a new tenant is now on the way. The Three-Legged Mare is the name of the new bar that will be located at 401 North Front… [Read More]

St. James Tavern Turns 15

St. James Tavern Turns 15

9 Melanie McIntyre / September 29, 2011 8:00 am

Michelle Hill never intended to get into the bar business. She was finishing up a psychology degree at The Ohio State University and waiting tables when she was asked to manage St. James Tavern, at 1057 N. 4th St. That… [Read More]

Hal & Al’s Opens for Weekend Lunch

Hal & Al’s Opens for Weekend Lunch

3 Walker / September 23, 2011 11:10 am

Hal & Al’s, the favorite child of the South Side bar scene, announced today that they are now open for lunch on Saturdays and Sundays. Their menu includes everything from brats to burritos, and also features a lot of vegan… [Read More]

South Campus Gateway Announces Four New Tenants

South Campus Gateway Announces Four New Tenants

5 Walker / September 2, 2011 9:00 am

Campus Partners announced today that several new office and retail tenants are coming soon to the South Campus Gateway. The two retail tenants include the previously mentioned Kildare’s Irish Pub, which is replacing the McFadden’s, as well as the newly… [Read More]

McFadden’s Irish Pub Being Replaced with Kildare’s Irish Pub

McFadden’s Irish Pub Being Replaced with Kildare’s Irish Pub

8 Walker / August 19, 2011 9:45 am

The South Campus Gateway is losing one Irish Pub and gaining another. McFadden’s just closed their doors at 1576 North High Street, but they’re not going to be closed for long. Kildare’s Irish Pub will be taking their place soon,… [Read More]