The Thirsty Scholar

2201 Neil Avenue, Columbus 43201

Central

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A great OSU campus bar to meet up with your friends or meet a few new ones. Always a good time on OSU Game Days. Best THIRSTY burgers…EVER! We have some of the MOST unique shot concoctions & a great selection of Draft & Import beers. Established in 1997. Used to be The Black Forrest Inn (BFI). Then in 1997 it became The Thirsty Scholar.

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$$$$$

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Take-out, No Reservations, Accepts Credit Cards, Casual, Good for Groups, Street Parking, Free Wi-Fi, Bar Area, TV, No Outdoor Seating, Offers Catering, Bike Parking

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A great OSU campus bar to meet up with your friends or meet a few new ones. Always a good time on OSU Game Days. Best THIRSTY burgers...EVER! We have some of the MOST unique shot concoctions & a great selection of Draft & Import beers. Established in 1997. Used to be The Black Forrest Inn (BFI). Then in 1997 it became The Thirsty Scholar.

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