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5 Stops for Gallery Hop – February 2012

5 Stops for Gallery Hop – February 2012

0 Walker / February 4, 2012 11:30 am

There’s nothing like a week of 50-degree temperatures in February to get you excited about Gallery Hop. Unfortunately it looks like we might get some rain this evening, but don’t let that stop you from venturing out. There’s quite a… [Read More]

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]

Bill Schottenstein Talks About The Future of The Brewery District

Bill Schottenstein Talks About The Future of The Brewery District

2 Walker / January 19, 2012 8:00 am

2011 was big year for the Brewery District with the opening of multiple new entertainment venues, but Bill Schottenstein is not content to rest in 2012. As Principle of Arshot Investment Corp. (which owns several buildings in the neighborhood) Schottenstein… [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]

Stand Up Comedy Night Launches at Shadowbox Live

Stand Up Comedy Night Launches at Shadowbox Live

10 Walker / January 7, 2012 2:45 pm

Downtown Comedy Club. Did those three words get your attention? If so, then you’ll be thrilled to know that a new bimonthly stand up comedy night is launching this month at Shadowbox Live in the Brewery District. Local comedian Justin… [Read More]

Five Stops for Gallery Hop – January 2012

Five Stops for Gallery Hop – January 2012

0 Walker / January 7, 2012 1:00 pm

The first Gallery Hop of the year is sometimes a slow one, as it has to closely follow the holiday shopping season and the first weekend after those crazy New Years parties, but the warm weather today is sure to… [Read More]

Best Drink of 2011: Yuengling

Best Drink of 2011: Yuengling

7 Walker / December 30, 2011 1:00 pm

It’s only been officially available since October, but the anticipation stretches back to June when the news first broke that Yuengling would be headed to Ohio. And since then it’s gone on to steal the hearts of our readers as they voted… [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]

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]

Five Stops for Gallery Hop – November 2011

Five Stops for Gallery Hop – November 2011

0 Walker / November 5, 2011 1:10 pm

The November Gallery Hop marks the final edition prior to the end-of-the-year Holiday Hop, and it looks like we’re going to be blessed with some halfway warm weather to boot. As always, there’s plenty of great art exhibitions, parties, events,… [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]

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]

5 Stops for Gallery Hop – October 2011

5 Stops for Gallery Hop – October 2011

4 Walker / October 1, 2011 11:00 am

Hard to believe it’s already October, but it tonight’s Gallery Hop has plenty in store to make it worthwhile. There’s quite a few great art exhibitions (several of which are highlighted below) in addition to all of the usual bar… [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]