Soak up the sun and the skyline with the best outdoor dining in Columbus, Ohio. From rooftop bars to cozy patios, here’s where to eat outside in style this season.
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Guide to Boozy Events This Month & Beyond in Columbus & Central OH
Your ultimate guide to the best and most exciting boozy events happening in Columbus & Central OH this month.
Brass Eye’s Columbus Rooftop Just Got a Secret Garden Makeover Perfect for Summer Date Nights
Brass Eye in Downtown Columbus has become one of the top rooftop bars in the area thanks to the skyline views and impressive menu. But their new Secret Garden concept is elevating their game to the next level!
Columbus Pizza Lovers: GoreMade Pizza’s Hidden Patio, Foraged Mushrooms, & Chef’s Choice Pizza Feel Like You’re Discovering a Secret
From the outside of this pizza joint, you’d never guess there’s a secluded patio tucked away behind it. It feels a little like discovering Narnia. Except instead of a magical lion waiting for you, there’s wood-fired pizza, locally made craft soda, and an old-school car covered with toys.
Ranked Top 5 in the Nation, This Columbus Bar is the Ultimate Late Night Date Spot
Cobra in Columbus might just be the city’s ultimate late-night date spot — smooth, chill, and effortlessly cool. With incredible drinks, elevated food, and zero pretension, this bar nails the perfect vibe.
Vittoria: The Columbus Restaurant Drawing in Out-of-Towners for House-Made Pastas & Famous Limoncello
People are driving hours for this Columbus Italian restaurant.
You’ve Got Mail: This Ohio Speakeasy Hidden Inside a Post Office is the Most Surreal Date Night Spot
P.O. Box 21 is a hidden speakeasy behind a secret door inside High Bank Distillery in Westerville, Ohio. Here’s why its name, its location, and its cocktails all connect to one of the most important chapters in American history.
The Doctor Will Pour You Now: How a Central Ohio Surgeon Became a Master Brewer
A Central Ohio surgeon opened Bridge’s End Brewing in Shawnee Hills, a project 30+ years in the making, and it’s already one of the city’s most unique breweries.
Inside Sweeney’s, The Franklinton Bar That Feels Like a House Party in an Old Townhome
Sweeney’s Walnut St Tavern in Franklinton looks like a house party, but is actually one of the coolest hidden bars in Columbus. Here’s what to expect.
Behind This Unmarked Door is One of the Coolest Bars in Columbus
From the moment you walk in, you can tell that Bar Room is anything but a normal bar.
The Ultimate Guide to Irish Pubs in Central Ohio
Looking for the best Irish pubs in Central Ohio? From cozy neighborhood bars to lively Columbus favorites, here are the Irish pubs worth visiting.
Ultimate Guide to St. Patrick’s Day Events in Central Ohio
Looking for the best St. Patrick’s Day events in Central Ohio? From outdoor festivals and bar crawls to Irish music and dance performances, here’s your guide to celebrating in style this weekend!
Foldable New York Pizza, Fresh-Filled Cannolis & Game Day Buffets? This Columbus Spot Does It All
Whether you’re here for a foldable slice or a full-on Buckeye watch party, this is the kind of place that quickly becomes your spot.
These 2 Legendary Columbus Businesses Ranked Among the Best in the United States
Two Central Ohio favorites just ranked among the best in the country, according to the national USA Today 10Best awards.
Winter Date Night in Powell: Fireplaces, Pasta & Cheesecake You’ll be Dreaming About for Days
Looking for a new favorite winter date night spot? Good news: your search is over, because Vittoria checks literally all the boxes.
Westerville’s Most Satisfying Cantina: Margs, Fajitas, and a Dessert You Won’t Forget
There are two kinds of strip-mall restaurants: the ones you forget immediately, and the ones that serve cheesecake in a deep fried tortilla topped with chocolate, whipped cream, and cinnamon sugar. Las Margaritas is the latter.
This Columbus Bar Is Embarrassing Downtown’s Absurd Prices (And No One Is Talking About It)
Knockout Pub & Grill is one of those places that reminds you bars don’t have to be expensive to be great.
Pizza Up Front, Bourbon in the Back: The Short North Spot Delivering an Unbeatable, 2-for-1 Experience For Your Tastebuds
Sitting right on High Street, this killer Short North spot is half New York pizza shop, half cocktail lounge… literally.
These 8 Holiday Bars in Columbus Go Way Harder Than They Need To
Discover the best holiday themed bars in Columbus and Central Ohio. From festive igloos to gothic Christmas pop-ups, here are the 8 holiday bars that go all-out with décor, cocktails, and seasonal vibes.
If Your Perfect Night is Whiskey, Snacks & Talking Trash Over Pac-Man, Noble Cut is Calling
Noble Cut is bringing the whiskey, bar bites, and pinball to the table… you just have to show up. And trust us, you won’t regret it.
Columbus Has a Secret Nightlife Spot… But You Have to Find it in the Last Place You’d Expect
There’s a hidden bar inside one of Columbus’s museums… and it might be the city’s coolest secret. Here’s where to find it and how to get in.
