50 Best Sports Bars in Columbus

“Amazing appearance of restaurant very clean and welcoming. The food was outstanding and my server Amira did an excellent job! All the staff did a great job always walking around with smiles on greeting guest as they walked in. I would also like to single out kayley for her great attitude and personality!“

“Food is great however educate your staff on wines and cocktails. Also $63 for a hamburger fries, drink, and appetizers tip is getting ridiculous.“

“Five stars aren’t enough. An experience I can only describe as spiritual. The staff didn’t just serve drinks, they served purpose. And Danny? A mix between a saint, a bar back, and a life coach. Gentle, lively, and slightly too good at his job. I’m a changed man.“

“Absolutely lovely staff - especially Yana and Sarah - went above and beyond to make our reading group’s movie night special. Food was wonderful, with the flatbreads a particular crowd favorite but also positive reviews of the pretzel, wings, and nachos. We will be back both as a group and individually to try more of the wonderful-sounding drinks and food!“

“Great sports bar! The atmosphere was lively, the TVs were everywhere, and the staff kept the drinks coming without a long wait. I went in to catch a game and ended up staying longer because the energy was so good. Definitely a fun spot to watch sports and hang out !“

“Awesome place for �“

“Nightly specials and sports on TV. It’s great.“

“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 ❤️“

“The food and atmosphere was amazing. I would eat here every day if I lived in Ohio just for the incredible value.
Marie was my bartender and waitress and I could not have gotten better service. Whatever they are paying her is too little, so noce and attentive to every detail/need.
16 wings, fries, and two beers for $23 can not be beat!“

“Best wings around! Love coming here for power hour.“

“Had a birthday party in the Press Box on 10-10-25. Room easily accommodated the 2 dozen or so guests. The food was delicious and came out quickly. Staff were terrific and easy to work with. Shoutout to Hope our bartender, she was awesome! Thanks Draft Day!!“

“Chill ass sports bar and music venue with an old school vibe! Great service! Shout outs to Patrick, Kevin, and Tanaya in particular! ❤️🙏🏾 Pool tables here as well as a nice delicious pizza, sub, and wing spot attached too called Albertas! Great heated covered patio and uncovered for the warmer times! Check this spot out! I’m a super regular for a reason! Welcoming to ALL🙂“

“I was visiting Columbus, Ohio and wanted a fun vibe, and Bernard’s Tavern delivered. The music was great and the food delicious. We shared the taquitos, the Cajun pasta, and the deep dish cookie dessert, all of which were amazing. I will definitely come back next time I am in town.“

“went for a bourbon tasting really liked the decor of the bar. Nice fire on patio! management and waitresses were nice and accommodating. I will be back“

“I love this bar it's awesome and I highly recommend it. The customers and staff are very friendly. me and my mom have only been there twice and definitely plan on going again.“

“The best and crunchiest pizza I have ever had! First time having it and it will definitely be number one on my list! The sub was loaded with meat and super good too!“

“Friendly, small, and welcoming atmosphere. These bartenders will greet you by name and have your usual ready if you are a regular.
If you’re a new face, someone will ask for your life story in a genuinely interested way.
You’ll leave feeling like family if you give it long enough.
You won’t feel out of place. Unless you’re intolerant. Be kind and you’re in the right place.“

“Having a great time! Amazing Bartenders, good drinks, and a great karaoke host! Makes me regret being from Connecticut and not being able to make it my local water hole. Hailey, Kaitlyn, Aria, and Lauren are absolutely amazing“

“Cheeseburger and Fries was so amazing! ❤️ Would like to be back again sometimes!“

“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.“

“Stopped in for pizza...it was amazing. We will definitely be back“

“Great place for drinks and dogs!“

“the blonde bartender Kat will nickle and dime you $1.10 for a tomato on a sandwich. She's padding her register with your money while she's sneaking shots. Sad was a great place to go“

“If you’re looking for some of the best wings in Columbus, look no further. Found this place online after a quick search for wings. The wings were so good, I actually went back a second time in less than a week. The vibes were typical bar vibes, the service was better the second visit but the food was great both times. We tried the Mac n Cheese, wasn’t bad at all but nothing that I’d order again. The wings are what I went for and I’d recommend those as a 10/10!“

“First time I ever eat here, I was passing through. They were super busy but we only waited 30mins and appetizers came out within 5 mins or so. Food was out within about 20 mins. We did not order a single thing that didn't taste phenomenal!

I was worried their pizza would be too thin of crust since they don't make anything other than that, but it tasted so good I forgot it was thin crust. It wasn't a crunchy thin crust either, it was soft dough.

Their boneless wings were absolutely amazing. We will absolutely be going back.“

“Great restaurant and wonderful staff.“

“Food is from the pizza place next door and is OK, but subs were tiny and expensive. Go to India Oak for great subs and get double meat, take half home. The Oak has good bands every weekend night. Bands outside at Gabby's and in August, Iron Cross is having a 40th reunion gig on Gabby's patio. THE BROTHERS GRIMM will open and graying Northland High School alums will ROCK! I can't find the date on the Iron Cross website! Stupid hippies. And Gabby's website doesnt list entertainment or dates? Come on people! Get it together!? The characters who are regulars ARE entertaining though! Watch your car and park by the patio entrance...... cars have been stolen in front of Gabby's and the old Northland hood is sketchy!“

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

“We were in town for a Buckeyes game. Our AirBnb was about two blocks away so this was so convenient. We loved everything about it. The atmosphere as soon as we walked in, we knew we’d love it. The owner greeted us at the door and welcomed us. We had the pizza which was great! The pretzels were also amazing!!! Would definitely recommend!“

“This bar epitomizes the home town old school vibe(this bar has been in business since the 1930's)! Punky and Aggie behind the bar are pure awesomeness! I am from Cleveland and always look for old school bars when I travel. This bar is one of the best I ever stopped into. Aggie today (has been here 13+ years) had homemade deviled eggs and pickled eggs with beets. Amazing! Literally one of the best bars I have ever been into during the day! Holler!!!“

“I hadn't been here in a while, but stopped in today because I was early for lunch with a buddy.

I have been here before and will be back. Friendly staff, reasonable prices on drinks, and just a great atmosphere. What more can you ask for out of a pub?

I've never had the food mind you. I should probably try it out next time I stop in.“

“A great place to watch a game! The beer was cold, plenty of TVs and I enjoyed the crowd! We had the wings and they were delicious! The service was fast and efficient. The staff seemed super happy and it showed! We also found Renie’s to be very clean! This will be my new hangout for Sunday football! A hidden gem!“

“Fronteras Mexican Cuisine delivered one of the better dining experiences I’ve had in a long time. From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel genuinely welcome. The service was fairly prompt, friendly, and attentive without ever feeling rushed.

The food was exceptional—fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. Every dish tasted like it was made with care, and the portions were generous. The salsa and chips came out perfectly crisp, the entrées were seasoned just right, and everything arrived hot. You can tell the kitchen takes real pride in what they do.

The atmosphere was warm, clean, and comfortable, making it an easy place to relax and enjoy a meal. Whether you’re stopping in for a casual dinner or celebrating something special, Fronteras is an excellent choice.

Highly recommended. We’ll definitely be coming back!“

“Cool place. People were friendly and prices good. Wish there were more ladies, but I might have gone on an off night. I'll be back regardless“

“We happened to see O'Manny's Pub while we were at Half Price Books and decided to stop in. Kyle, the bartender, greeted us like friends and we chatted as we drank our beverages. It is a relaxing place to enjoy a beer with friends. I recommend it to anyone.“

“Totally recommend this place!! What a great time we had at Paddy Macs, great music, drinks & exciting atmosphere!!They were featuring this new BLAST ENERGY mix with featured drinks!! Totally awesome!! Gave me a great buzz to keep going all night! Plus WAY healthier than all that other garbage!! Anyhow, my fav.... CLASSI BLAST + BERRY VODKA =???If you know what I mean!!“

“Dawg House's pizza Sunday special is a fantastic deal. And if you are looking for A good coney dog, they're delicious. I've been looking for a place that sells good coney dogs. Now I found them at the Dawg House, I know what I'm having for lunch tomorrow. lol for sure“

“Great place to hang out! Great staff. Always welcoming!“

“Melanie and Andria are the best darn bar tenders I’ve ever met besides my cousin.
They make you feel as if you’re family.
All of my family is in another state 15 hours away and damn do I feel loved like I’m family when I visit cheers too and these two are working. This bar knows how and who to hire.“

“relaxing,pool table is nice, cool customers“

“The hospitality we were shown this weekend was unmatched. It was a cold evening and we were wanting to feed our 6 and 8 year olds before going to a concert. The wait was well over an hour and half for a table. The staff and owner not only gave my children free drinks but they found us a spot out of the way so my children could eat pizza without waiting. I can’t tell you how much that meant to this momma. Thank you so much!“

“great drinks and customer service“

“We have made this spot our date night club; the music starts out with our ole school and music we can relate to, once it turns, its our time to leave because the crowd changes. We now have date nights on Friday and Saturday with on a good night we leave around 11pm. We meet new people here and always enjoy ourselves.“

“Great place to unwine and chill“

“The old owner (Tim) has taken back ownership and he has been turning the bar around. He has gotten a few tables redone. I enjoy running my TAP league out of his bar. We have fun. You get the non league players enjoy watching and talking to us. It’s nice“

“Definitely check out this local neighborhood bar! Megan the bartender was super polite and courteous! Also Doug was very welcoming! The atmosphere is pretty cool and very organized. They also have reasonably priced drinks & shots! I'll definitely be returning in a few weeks! This might be my new hangout spot!“

“My wife and I came here for Blackbird Burrito which the food is incredible for the price. Fresh as fresh can be and the burrito was fully loaded like Chipotle used to be.

What surprised me is I went to the bar and ordered a Guinness. I then watched in absolute joy that they knew how to pour a proper Guinness. As they say it was an absolute creamer. 9/10 Guinness pour. I only deduct a point because it was in a standard pint glass and not a Guinness glass.“

“Went into Gaswerks with some friends and had the best time! Great deals and had such a fun time. I was served by the sweetest girl named Claire. She helped my whole group and spent time talking about her college time. Wonderful food as well from the bus. Will visit again to play some more games!“

“Great atmosphere and fantastic food“

“Will & Kristin were great. Answered all questions and really helped make the experience memorable. We spent most of our time playing darts but the other games they have look so much fun. Being able to go up and use the taps to try dozens of beers was such a fun experience. We will for sure be back.“