50 Best Bars near Groveport

“Plenty of inside seeting! We tried the tots and the pickle fries for appetizers and they were wonderful! The wester burger with an extra patty was amazing and so tall it was rough to take down but it ended in success!! Thanks for the fantastic meal! I would highly recommend stopping by if your in the area and reading to eat!!“

“We are from Kentucky and were in Columbus for a concert. I’ve always wanted to try a place that has been featured on Triple D, and this was the best decision ever! High Bank exceeded all expectations! We left with a full belly and A bottle of whiskey to remember them by. Food was incredible. Service was incredible. From now on, every trip to Columbus will include a stop at High Bank Distillery!“

“Fantastic new spot in Short North. Exceptional staff, great food and great vibes for dancing all night!“

“Awesome atmosphere! Service at the patio bar was exceptional. comfortable, friendly and just an all around great time.“

“pros and cons. CONS.. If you were to base your visit on first checking out the cleanliness of the bathrooms before you eat, you'd turn around and leave. The men's room in the basement needs so much work and the multiple colonies of gnats was like visiting the basement of college kids from a party and cans and spilled beer have never been cleaned up. Horrible condition. The ladies refused to even look at theirs. Booths are small and tight. Definitely an old building, but it's kind of cool with its history. PROS... Those were some really really good burgers. Wife got the Ali and I got the Old School. Burgers are huge and easily splitable. We tried this after friends suggested the burgers and we were not disappointed. Onion rings were too greasy for us, but the fries and homemade chips were great. Alll and all, it's definitely an option to eat again when in town.“

“We have been taking our Vigo to The Wag since opening day, at least once a week, sometimes twice. He gets a little too excited with other dogs on leash, but we love that we can check in at the window and go straight through to the outdoor space without having to get him through the building on his leash.

He gets so excited when we're on the way, he starts whining and pacing in the back because he knows exactly where we're going when we take a certain turn off of the highway. Everyone who works there is so friendly and we've gotten to know a few of the staff pretty well, especially Vigo's favorites. He gets so excited to see Olivia when she is there, and has also gotten to know Natalie and will go to both of them for his little side hugs that he likes to give when he trusts someone.

As a veterinary professional, I appreciate that they have taken the time to train their staff on canine behaviors so that they can intervene immediately when something might not be going right, and have a points system to track dogs that are repeatedly having issues so that no one gets hurt.

Funny enough, as I was looking for pictures from when we have been there, everything that is on my phone is my dog with a random dog who had come up to lay by him. But I love that. Once they get tuckered out, they just find someone who seems cool to chill with and plop down.

We have had a membership since they opened and we plan on keeping that membership for the entire time that we have a dog.“

“Me and my friends experience was so nice in here! Such friendly vibes and great customer service! The bartender was so nice and explained so much to us and had such a great attitude! Such a vibe! 🫶🏻 The drink was amazing but this place should be called Full Baked because after a drink and a half I was gone. 😜 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Enjoyed the “Daily Double” - two cheeseburgers and fries. Delish!“

“Went to the Blu Note for the first time for my birthday in August. One of the waitresses was being trained by another waitress so we had two waitresses waiting on us (: and they did a great job!!! The live music was lively and the food was excellent , lamb chops were off the chain and the chicken wings were seasoned just right! They gave me complimentary New York Style Cheese Cake for my birthday as well ! In my Arnold Schwarzenegger impression “I’ll be back”.“

“One of the greatest storytellers in Columbus runs this spot. Frequented by kind people with weird hobbies. Bring a friend or make one.“

“Visited after a long day of travelling and stopping at the Columbus zoo. The last thing we wanted was fast food or a chain restaurant. Bartender was amazing! Great beer and food recommendations. Wings were amazing and everything we tried on tap was superb. Atmosphere is totally chill with an 80s twist. Will stop here again when passing through. With lots of love from Baltimore!“

“What a hidden 💎 gem. Wife and I found this on sleepy Sunday when everything else was closed. Enjoyed a BBQ pizza with some buffalo which was amzing plus the DownEast cider which was delightful. Wife loved the Slammade. Fun vibe inside and everyone is so friendly“

“We needed a place to eat after OTHERWORLD and we found this on Google. Best decision ever. They provide free samples of yummy appetizers and the food itself was completely delicious. Very friendly owners and they treat you like family. I don’t like cheesecake majority of the time but tried theirs and it was also amazing. Spinach Dip, Mushroom Soup, Cheesecake and Burgers (lamb and beef) and the TEA were all phenomenal. 1000/10 recommend!“

“Wine on High was the perfect spot for our company ladies night. Leading up to the event, Tina made the process seamless & easy. Her communication was great. The evening of our event, Eric took the best care of us. We did a wine tasting before dinner & he was so knowledgeable about the wines he was serving us. Dinner & drinks were loved by all. They even personalized the menus with our company logo which I thought was a sweet touch.“

“Our first time there was great and we will be back! One of our favorites for sure!“

“Oscar is the BEST mixologist in Columbus! EACH ingredient and process in his cocktail recipes are thoughtfully researched and executed to perfection. Everyone at The Lion is so dedicated to creating something beautiful; the only thing better than talking to Oscar and the other bartenders about their libations is drinking them!“

“This establishment is family owned, with live music on the weekend, great happy hour along with very nice service. I have been a customer of the Canabar for a very long time, definitely would recommend meeting your friends there!!!“

“Great lunch spot- really reasonably priced, friendly service and great food! I’m glad we stopped in to try it“

“The perfect blend of great service and good times... This is exactly what a bar should be... And what Your new bar looks like...“

“Great place for drinks and dogs!“

“Bodega is one of those places that knows exactly what it is and leans into it. A low-key, no-frills neighborhood dive with just enough charm to make you want to hang out longer than you planned.

The funnel cake fries are the real surprise hit. Crispy, fluffy, perfectly dusted with sugar and dangerously easy to keep eating. I honestly came in for a drink and left thinking about those fries.

Huge shoutout to Salim behind the bar. Super friendly, attentive, and bringing just the right mix of smooth and playful energy that makes you feel welcome the moment you sit down. He made the whole experience better.

Bodega may not be trying to be fancy, and that’s part of its appeal. It’s a relaxed, easygoing spot with good vibes, great service, and snacks that punch way above their weight.

Would come back, especially for those funnel cake fries and Salim’s hospitality.“

“My husband and I recently visited fir the first time this past weekend and it is now one of top spots! The staff was amazing, the food was delicious, 10 across the board!“

“We love this place! But didn't check my order before we left tonight and it was wrong. Bad me. Didn't get the sub I ordered and all was cold. Just check your order before you leave.“

“Great time gathering to send my boss off!! Small but very clean and great atmosphere!!The bartender was so nice and friendly! The crowd was fun as well and karaoke was a blast!!“

“Yummy and great staff! The outdoor patio is the best!“

“If you want a place where you and your friends can go out, have reasonably priced drinks, be in a lively environment with some characters, and actually hear each other speak without massive TVs plastered on every wall, this is your spot. Some friends and I were in town for a Blue Jackets game a few weeks back, and we found ourselves coming back here each night we were there. Good times.“

“Excellent Food, Top Notch Staff... Wonderful place for our Holiday Party... THANK YOU!! 🎄🖖🏻❤️🤍💙☃️❄️🌎🇺🇲“

“I went here to celebrate my birthday 🎂. I had an amazing time from the entrance being greeted to my seat. The place is upscale, clean, and gorgeous decor. The live music was a vibe and inspired others to sing along. The drinks menu options were very tasty. My waitress was so kind and sweet. I can’t wait to go back for another event!“

“found a rare bottle 👍 ✅ 😁“

“We came here to see Waterloo5 band last night and had the most amazing time. A lot of reviews have said it was too loud but we loved every minute of the band. I love the atmosphere here along with the cozy seating arrangements they have. Things I wish they had: Drink specials when a band is there. An absolute must would be beer buckets. I spent too much time going to the bar to get a beer. The bartenders were slammed and did an absolutely AMAZING job considering the crowd. Overall a super cool place that I cannot wait for warmer weather so the roll up doors can be open.“

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

“Great food and amazing service. Highly recommend- great environment ❤️“

“such a great little bar!! Mike the owner is always so nice and helpful. It's like one big family.“

“Great place for a drink. Very reasonable prices! The bathrooms are downstairs, and not overly clean, but I didn't mind. The bar tender was really nice and attentive. We packed it in because other places were closed, but it was a great time.“

“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“

“very elegant, stunning views, reasonable prices for the luxury you get“

“56/10 would go again 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼“

“Nicole, Jonah and Matt are my absolute favorites!!! amazing vibes, great service!! the best dive bar in the brewery district 🙌🏽!! Kitchen open till 1am always a plus 🤌🏽 and if you can catch Tommy he's best gem of the whole place ❤️“

“Great traditional Irish atmosphere!“

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

“Fun place. Friendly atmosphere“

“Went to Columbus, Ohio with my friend and we play duckpin bowling. It was so much fun. We enjoyed it.“

“03/21/2026 - First time visiting The Oracle for a birthday party with some acquaintances and friends for a friend. Nice elongated bar that is visible when you enter that provides a nice variety of top of the shelf liquor, and same mixed cocktails, and drafts. There is some seating available, on the other side of the bar there is a dance space that comes alive as the evening progresses. Thank you DJ. Tight and free street parking nearby. Enjoy.“

“Nice chill spot, with 21 TVs inside and about three TVs on the patio and a pool table. I love this spot and the staff are cool as well.“

“Great staff. Good food. Always come when I’m Columbus.“

“Cute place staff was nice. I wasn’t impressed with their signature sandwich, the HURON ST. MELT. We are not local so the group gave the common viewpoint that the food was “okay”. Fair pricing and the live entertainment was good.“

“This would be a 5/5 if they adopted oddfellows bathroom policy (all gender). I also get so disappointed on game days when you are fighting to get through crowds just to get to the bathroom. Pint house is one of my favorite places but it should never take a half hour to go to the bathroom. Also, generally being well over capacity is simply dangerous.“

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

“"Be Nice To Each Other" -Sheila Ann SteuberHometown atmosphere with down to earth people. Relaxing and entertaining, known to many as the local Cheers! Everyone knows your name and are happy to see you! My mother loved this place and its owner until the day she died. May the wind always be at your back, may the sun always shine down upon your face, and may the wings of destiny carry you off to see the stars.“

“We celebrate a friends birthday here. It was great, good drinks, staff is friendly and fun environment.“