47 Best Pubs in Columbus

“Great bartenders, I’ll try the food next time.“

“This is without a doubt - The Gem of Columbus.

Everything is perfect all the time here.

If I could buy this place and put it in a trust, only to ensure it would be preserved and remain unchanged throughout the generations, I would without hesitation.“

“We highly recommend McClellans Pub, fantastic food and a great cocktail selection. The staff is top notch!“

“This has got to be my favorite place EVER! Try the cheese dip and boxties and the chicken tenders are so tender and juicy. I'm not one to order chicken strips but these are exceptional with their sweet mustard dipping sauce. I bet you'll have a new favorite place too!“

“I ALWAYS have the best experience here at Lovells. The food is ALWAYS good. The wings have become my personal favorite. Not only that though, Monday nights are my main night when I go in and the bartender Josh remembered me after 3 visits if that! I recently moved into the neighborhood and he has always made me feel
welcomed with service being exceptional. I appreciate the genuine attitude and demeanor he gives off. Will STAY coming back for food and especially the service I received every time I come here.“

“Our waiter Dylan was amazing the food was spectacular! The pork schnitzel was enough to feed two. . Great prices and terrific atmosphere! We look forward to coming again“

“Great food good service and ambiance.“

“Absolutely love this place. If you are visiting Columbus and in the mood for diner food pizza or wings this is the spot! It has all the charm of a diner with being a cool bar at the same time. Anytime I visit here this will be a must stop! Also they are open until 1AM for anyone looking for a late night bite.“

“Woodlands is a great place to hangout. The crowd is always great, service is efficient, beer is cold, and good food to boot. Any afterhours work gatherings we plan, it's always at Woodlands. Really like the vibe and crowd often found at Woodlands.“

“Love this place, but really? Kitchen closes at 9pm during Ohio State and Notre Dame Championship game that started at 730. It’s 9pm, the house is packed, not an empty seat, not even halftime and the kitchen is closed. And they call themselves the number one place to watch the Buckeyes…kitchen would be opened if I ran this place.“

“CoHatch has been by far the best coworking community ive been a member of, the value you get with a membership is most excellent. for someone like myself that is a roaming worker, I never like to work the same place every day, cohatch is perfect as there are many locations.. not only that, but each location has its own vibe, its own decor, and personality.. Having local roasted espresso is another plus as i get craft coffee-shop quality espresso as much as i want.. the staff has been nothing less than fantastic in helping me find things, answer questions and the like, wifi is always nice n fast, all locations use the same credentials so its easy to get connected. each membership level includes 24x7 access which is perfect for the ikes of myself who tends to work at odd hours. it really feels more like hanging out in a trendy coffee shop than it does in an office.“

“A local pub with the same owners for over 30 years. Very friendly and easy to make friends. They are known for their subs. Also, has local bands and other events throughout the week. Great place to watch OSU football. If you have never been there, you are missing out on one of the best local bars in Columbus

Wheelchair accessibility: Flat level entrance. I have seen many wheelchair persons support this pub.“

“This a very old menu!!“

“We came in from Cleveland, looking for a more "local" stop for a few drinks before the night started. Bartenders were super friendly and attentive, even the customers made the place very welcoming!“

“Paid $80 for an uber eats order of wings and fish and chips. Ordered extra blue cheese and extra tarter sauce. Both things central to our meal...didn't get any sauce. This is extremely annoying and frankly I'm absolutely sick and tired of basic things like this getting missed on orders. The meal is literally ruined over something so minor...do better.

Edit. While I'm keeping the above message intact, the original "service" 1 star review really was an angry culmination of repeated order delivery errors from a multitude of resturants, not just Barelys. In fact, we still ate our meal the next day (with newly acquired sauces) and I have to admit the food was awesome. Additionally, we received a very friendly and prompt response from Jason the GM who graciously accepted the feedback and pledged to spread my frustration, so it's only right to update the service to 5. Mistakes happen, and yes I was angry, but their immediate and professional response deserves a rescore. We will be giving Barleys another go and I'm confident my future review with be 5 stars across the board, from the start.“

“It's a lot smaller than I thought. The bartender was super friendly and served us fast. There's not much to do besides drink and hang out on the patio. There was a lot of riffraff in the parking lot. But I noticed that people were meeting in the parking lot. I had never seen them inside. Some guys were super rude, throwing candy at females and disrespecting them at the end of the night. We had to leave early because of the situation.“

“We went there for my daughter's 18th birthday party and had a very great time

Parking: We went about 9:30 and found parking with no problem

Kid-friendliness: We took my 2-year-old granddaughter and she has fun

Wheelchair accessibility: There is a wheelchair access to get to the door“

“I've been going there for years love this spot, Friendly atmosphere“

“Natalie is always the best here! Always great food & always an awesome time!“

“Great overall place to eat, service was great food was stellar and would definitely return. Would have given 5stars but the 4in hole in the center of parking lot needs fixed, ended up with a semi wet foot, and drenched pant leg. At least put a fixed orange cone there.“

“I've if the few restaurants that hasn't doubled their prices in the last few years. Amazing efficiency. Great value. It is almost always packed though, so occasionally there's a wait, so keep that in mind if you go at a busy time. But they serve you so quickly that even if there's a wait, it isn't long.“

“upstairs is great for a private party. My son was playing guitar and keyboard. Great staff, very cool interior decor and great place all round.“

“Great dive bar in an interesting location! They only take cash but all of the drinks are very affordable. Make sure to bring quarters to play pool. There's a touch tunes that was off when we arrived, but the bartender quickly fixed it for us. It smells a bit old and like cigarettes, but that's just part of the charm. The bathroom is surprisingly nice.“

“Great music and service. Eric poured some great drinks.“

“We visited the Whitehall location and had an amazing time. Honestly probably the best service I’ve had in a long time. Our waitress, Gail, was so nice and personable. Food was great! We will be going back again soon.“

“The food was delicious! And the customer service was top-notch!! Cody was amazing and helped recommend drinks. I loved that he spoke highly of the team and said they could help with recommendations as well. Overall, a great experience!“

“My husband and I really enjoy eating at rusty bucket! Food was great.. Customer service was amazing! We've been definitely go back and recommend. Thanks“

“server was fantastic...food was tasty...portions a tad small. overall positive experience“

“The buffet is great! I highly recommend!“

“First time to visit with a member for the Irish Fest in July. Very hot day so spent a lot of time inside listening to live music and drinking Smithwicks. Did not try the bar food but there was a food truck nearby. Folks were very friendly and helpful. Good time.

Kid-friendliness: Though a bar inside, kids are absolutely welcomed and safe.“

“So I really come here for the chicken like for yearssss the chicken has always been delicious… BUT the dj TRASHHHHH been trash for years 🤌🏾 but the chicken delicious“

“Just had one of the best bacon cheeseburgers in my life at The Point on Main!!! Fantastic!! Fresh Cut fries were a bonus!!“

“Best food around. Everything is amazing ❣️“

“Nice, friendly place- ideal for a hang out with a group of friends.“

“We are from out of town and needed to feed 16 people after our original plan fell through. I called and spoke to Jeremy and he was quick to accommodate. I have to say the service was impeccable and so was the food. Every one of our orders was perfectly prepared and delicious. Our server ( I’m sorry i don’t remember her name, but I’m sure she knows who we are talking about) was amazing and professional and never missed a beat! I would highly recommend this establishment !! Thank you all so much ❤️“

“Needs a stage ?✨⚡??

Vegetarian options: Order to personal specifications

Dietary restrictions: Order to personal specifications

Parking: Small Front and Side Lot

Wheelchair accessibility: Entrance, Patio + Bathrooms are Wheelchair Accessible“

“awesome place. owner friendly and welcoming. he supports veterans!“

“I recently visited The Rack in Columbus with a group of friends, and we had a fantastic time! The place has a great, laid-back vibe that made for a perfect last spot out. We played pool and darts, and with three pool tables available, there was plenty of space for everyone to enjoy. The ceilings added a nice touch to the atmosphere! We also enjoyed a few drinks, and the service was friendly and efficient. Overall, it's a chill spot that's perfect for hanging out and having fun with friends Recommend!“

“I think of the St James Tavern as the best pub in Columbus. It has a large pool room at the back, which I do not use, but plenty do. It has a great Juke Box. The pub staff and clientele are extremely friendly, the beers are high quality and often changing (nearly all microbrews), and there are no flashy TVs. This is not a sports bar. This is a pub. The collection of liquors is very good too. Mostly it is the atmosphere I really like. Traditional pubs like this are disappearing all over the country, including Columbus. This one is a real treasure. If you want a quiet chat come earlier in the late afternoon or early evening. The parking is very easy then. By 10 pm is will be more crowded, noisier -- but it is always a positive crowd.“

“We come to this location every month for a professionals luncheon in their event space upstairs. The team takes such amazing care of us. James is extremely accommodating and always communicates back quickly. Stew always checks in after our lunches to make sure the service was good. Giovanni takes such good care of us, always patient and kind, always in a good mood. He makes it such a good experience for us. The food is always hot and fresh, and it is always good. Highly recommend for just casual dining or if you have an event. You won’t be disappointed!“

“It’s a great service , friendly staff , peaceful place to hang out .My favorite bar in Columbus“

“Love the staff and clientele! My home bar now! I walked in almost 4 years ago and stop in 5 times a week! ❤️“

“Cool people Great times“

“Stopped in for lunch today. First time here and didn't know whether to seat ourselves or wait (no signage). There was a young girl tending bar and she didn't say anything to us while we just stood there waiting (she only had one customer). Finally I walked over to the bar and asked her if we should seat ourselves, and she just "nodded yes". She did come over and take her order and she was friendly enough. Got a barbecue wrap which was very big, but very dry. Tasted like canned chicken. I only had a little bit of barbecue sauce on one side of the wrap. Had the chicken been tossed in it, it probably would have been better. Tater tots are very good. My husband got the pub and fries and said they both were good, although the pub sub had very little meat on it.“

“Stored in here because it looked like it had a chill vibe where I could catch up with family over a drink. Absolutely loved the Mac’s Mule. Serve Ryan was super nice. He recommended the Sauerkraut Balls & Scotch Eggs which were both out of this world! 100% will be coming back here. Awesome little spot.“

“Great place to bring your friends and to meet new ones. Bar is huge and can get really packed on those weekend nights. Down side to that it can be a little over whelming to the bartenders. Bar prices and happy hour are friendly to your pocket as well. Talk about a bar based around friendships ?With a pool table, basketball game and foosball to get your competitive side roaring while you watch the Buckeyes.“

“Breckenridge peanut butter is a pretty great dark beer if you're looking for a savory drink. Hop valley bubble stash is good if you're looking for a sweet beer. The place looked pretty cool, it had a pool table and three dart boards. A great place if you're a student in OSU's college town area and want a place you can walk to.“