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Guide to Best Bars and Restaurants For Whiskey Lovers

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Written by Step Out Columbus
Published on August 23, 2023
Photo by Buckeye Bourbon House via Facebook

Hello and welcome, whiskey lovers. You may be wondering where in the world to find a smooth glass of whiskey ’round these parts (parts = Columbus), and we’re here to help you wonder no more. Columbus isn’t messing around when it comes to whiskey, so we’re quite confident that you’ll find this list to be satisfactory.

Saddle up, some of these places have whiskey flights!

Bottoms up!

Did we miss one? Did one of these places close? Send us a note!

Bar

Barrel and Taps

1380 W. Third Ave. Grandview Heights Columbus, OH 43212 • $$$$$

Central

Since 2019 We like beer. We like liquor. We like to drink with friends. We decided to open a bar in our favorite neighborhood in Columbus, Grandview Heights. ​Come ...

  • Good for Whiskey Lovers
  • Whiskey Bars
  • Good for Beer Lovers
  • Patio
Full Service

Bendi Wok N’ Bar – German Village

277 E Livingston Avenue Columbus, Ohio 43215 • $$$$$

Other

Your go-to destination for Asian fusion cuisine in Columbus, Ohio. With two convenient locations in German Village and New Albany, we offer chef-curated ...

  • Accepts Credit Cards
  • Bar Area
  • Casual
  • Catering
  • Dog-Friendly Patio
  • Family Friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Take-out
  • Reservations
  • Patio
  • Order Online
  • Offers Catering
  • Lunch
  • Happy Hour
  • Good for Whiskey Lovers
  • Good for Groups
  • Healthy Options
Full Service

Blarney Stone Tavern

2245 W Granville Rd Columbus, OH 43085 • $$$$$

North

Laid-back bar & grill with an Irish feel offering updated pub fare & plenty of screens for sports. ...

  • Sports Bar
  • Bar Area
  • Take-out
  • Fireplace
  • Happy Hour
  • Wait Service
  • Sports Bar
  • Order Online
  • Good for Whiskey Lovers
  • Casual
  • Live Music
  • Patio
Bar

Bristol Republic

1124 N. High St. Columbus, OH 43201 • $$$$$

Central

Nestled in the heart of the thriving Short North, Bristol Republic is a locally owned, Nashville inspired restaurant and bar serving up competition quality ...

  • Good for Whiskey Lovers
  • Whiskey Bars
  • Live Music
  • Good for Beer Lovers
  • Reservations
  • Brunch

Bar

Buckeye Bourbon House

36 E Gay St Columbus, OH 43215 • $$$$$

Central

Bourbon Craft Cocktails Wine & Beer Small Plates Established in 2017. Buckeye Bourbon House opened in February of 2017 in the Buckeye Building lobby, ...

  • Good for Whiskey Lovers
  • Whiskey Bars
  • Accepts Credit Cards
  • Good for Groups
  • Bar Area
  • Handicap Access
  • TV
  • Bike Parking
Bar

Byrne’s Pub

1248 W 3rd Ave Columbus, OH 43212 • $$$$$

Central

Convivial family-run Irish pub offering hearty bar food, darts leagues & regular live music. ...

  • Bar Area
  • Good for Beer Lovers
  • Good for Whiskey Lovers
  • Wait Service
  • TV
  • Sports Bar
  • Lunch
  • Live Music
  • Late Night
Full Service

Cento

595 S. 3rd Street Columbus, OH 43215 • $$$$$

Central

Prominently located on bustling S. 3rd Street in historic German Village, Cento is set in the heart of this neighborhood. Guests enter through a canopy ...

  • Special Occasion
  • Happy Hour
  • Reservations
  • Wait Service
  • Romantic
  • Good for Whiskey Lovers
  • Fireplace
Full Service

Dempsey’s Food & Spirits

346 S High St Columbus, OH 43215 • $$$$$

Central

Serving traditional American fare with an Irish flair. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, seven days a week. full bar service and private event space! ...

  • Lunch
  • Whiskey Bars
  • Good for Beer Lovers
  • Wait Service
  • Order Online
  • Live Music
  • Good for Whiskey Lovers
  • Casual
  • Patio

Full Service

Denmark

463 N High 2ndnFl 2 Columbus, OH 43215 • $$$$$

Central

Denmark is a Euro-style Cocktail Bistro located on the 2nd floor of 463 North High, (across from the main doors of the Columbus Convention Center.) Directions ...

  • Good for Whiskey Lovers
  • Whiskey Bars
  • Take-out
  • Accepts Credit Cards
  • Offers Catering
  • Good for Groups
  • Wait Service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar Area
  • Handicap Access
  • No Outdoor Seating
  • Bike Parking
Dive Bar

Dick’s Den

2417 N High St Columbus, OH 43202 • $$$$$

Central

Laid-back bluegrass & jazz bar with drink specials, a jukebox & live local & national acts. ...

  • Good for Whiskey Lovers
  • Whiskey Bars
  • No Reservations
  • Accepts Credit Cards
  • Good for Groups
  • Street Parking
  • Bar Area
  • TV
  • Bike Parking
  • Live Music
Bar

Finnegan’s Wake

841 Hill Rd N Pickerington, OH 43147 • $$$$$

Other

We have lived all over the United Sates.  Everywhere we went, we were always able to find that comfortable little pub where we could go and relax and ...

  • Live Music
  • Good for Beer Lovers
  • Good for Whiskey Lovers
  • Whiskey Bars
  • Patio
  • Accepts Credit Cards
  • Casual
  • Late Night
Full Service

Gallo’s Taproom

5019 Olentangy River rd Columbus, OH 43214 • $$$$$

Central

Since 2004 our “original” Tap Room on Bethel Rd. has been a destination for Columbus sports fans and craft beer enthusiasts. With more than twenty ...

  • Sports Bar
  • Sports Bar
  • Whiskey Bars
  • Good for Whiskey Lovers
  • Good for Beer Lovers
  • Wait Service
  • Sports Bar

McClellan’s Pub

6694 Sawmill Rd Columbus, OH 43235 • $$$$$

North

We are an American pub with Irish inspiration. We have one of the best Whiskey selections in Columbus Established in 2013. ...

  • Good for Whiskey Lovers
  • Whiskey Bars
  • No Reservations
  • Accepts Credit Cards
  • Casual
  • Good for Groups
  • Street Parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar Area
  • TV

OPA Grill & Tavern

18 S Sandusky St Delaware, OH 43015 • $$$$$

North

A Unique Restaurant in Delaware has arrived. Serving Mediterranean, Greek , Italian & American Cuisine. Such as Gyros, Spinach Feta Dip, Calamari, Spanakopita,Greek ...

  • Good for Whiskey Lovers
  • Whiskey Bars
  • Take-out
  • Accepts Credit Cards
  • Casual
  • Offers Catering
  • Good for Groups
  • Family Friendly
  • Street Parking
  • Bar Area
  • TV
  • Bike Parking
Bar

Paddy Mac’s Pub

5316 N High St Columbus, OH 43214 • $$$$$

Central

Irish Sports Bar in North Columbus ...

  • No Reservations
  • Casual
  • Good for Beer Lovers
  • Patio
  • Late Night
  • Happy Hour
  • Good for Whiskey Lovers
  • Sports Bar
Full Service

Prohibition Gastro Lounge

21 W Olentangy St Powell, OH 43065 • $$$$$

North

Bourbon Bar & Restaurant located in the heart of Powell. ...

  • Whiskey Bars
  • Good for Whiskey Lovers
  • Take-out
  • No Reservations
  • Accepts Credit Cards
  • Good for Groups
  • Street Parking
  • Wait Service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar Area
  • TV
  • Offers Catering
  • Bike Parking

The Alibi Bourbon and Cocktail Lounge

843 N High St Columbus, OH 43215 • $$$$$

Central

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  • Good for Whiskey Lovers
  • Whiskey Bars
  • Accepts Credit Cards
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar Area
  • Handicap Access
  • TV
  • No Outdoor Seating
Full Service

The Barn at Rocky Fork Creek

1370 E Johnstown Rd Gahanna, OH 43230 • $$$$$

Northeast

Savor aged hand-cut beef seared by our chefs to a perfect char. Taste the freshness of light and flaky seafood, flown in daily. From our specialty menu, ...

  • Good for Whiskey Lovers
  • Whiskey Bars
  • Take-out
  • Accepts Credit Cards
  • Offers Catering
  • Good for Groups
  • Family Friendly
  • Wait Service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar Area
  • TV
  • Brunch
  • Fireplace

The Torpedo Room

1550 N High St Columbus, OH • $$$$$

Other

A Jules-Verne inspired bar located inside Gateway Film Center. The Torpedo Room is a place to enjoy a tasty libation, from a pitch-perfect cocktail to ...

  • Good for Beer Lovers
  • Good for Whiskey Lovers
Bar

Watershed Distillery

1145 Chesapeake Ave, Suite D Columbus, OH 43212 • $$$$$

Central

The Watershed Story When Greg Lehman quit his job to open a distillery, he turned his back on convention, on expectation, ...

  • Whiskey Bars
  • Good for Whiskey Lovers
Bar

Yokai Ramen Bistro

48 n sandusky st Delaware, 43015 • $$$$$

North

For a truly authentic Japanese ramen experience, Yokai chefs chop and prepare fresh cut vegetables and succulent meats daily. We combine traditional Japanese ...

  • Family Friendly
  • Wait Service
  • Whiskey Bars
  • Vegetarian / Vegan Menu
  • Take-out
  • Tasting Menu
  • Romantic
  • Order Online
  • Patio
  • Lunch
  • Good for Whiskey Lovers
  • Happy Hour
  • Bar Area

Did we miss one? Did one of these places close? Send us a note!

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