Char Bar, Columbus’ most iconic dive bar, is officially reopening on April 3rd, 2024. Here’s everything you need to know about the return of this haunted, historic local favorite.
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Ramen Meets Burger: The Smash Hit Bao Bun You Didn’t Know You Needed
This ramen restaurant in Columbus is serving a Smash Burger Bao Bun… and it might be the best burger in the city. Here’s why this weird fusion actually works.
5 Incredible Hidden Gems in Central Ohio That Are So Hidden You Might Need a Map
Discover 5 incredible hidden food gems in Central Ohio, from secret wings inside an AMVETS post to a pizza truck behind an abandoned building. These spots are so hidden, you might need a map (and a big appetite).
The Columbus, OH Dive Bar with Better Deep Dish Pizza Than Anywhere in Chicago
Think Chicago has the best deep dish? Think again. This Columbus dive bar is serving up pizza that rivals (and maybe beats) the Windy City, all in a no-frills, $1 beer kind of setting.
20+ Weird and Wonderful Spring Festivals You Didn’t Know Existed in Ohio
From Viking battles to dandelion wine, Ohio is home to some of the weirdest and most wonderful spring festivals. Check out this guide to unique events you won’t want to miss!
This Old-School Columbus Diner Claims to Have the Best Pancakes in Town… And By Golly, They’re Right
This old-school Columbus diner claims to have the best pancakes in town—so we put them to the test. Plus, there’s an off-menu donut breakfast sandwich you need to know about.
Club D: The Best Live Music Venue Hiding in a Pizza Shop’s Basement
Hidden beneath a Donato’s Pizza near Ohio State, Club D is Columbus’ best-kept secret for live music…
The Most Underrated Pizza in Columbus is Hiding in This Upper Arlington Bar
This hidden pizza spot is serving up some of the best pizza in Columbus. Fresh ingredients, handmade dough, and top-tier flavors… don’t sleep on this!
The Best Italian Sub in Columbus Is Hiding in This Clintonville Dive Bar
Photos courtesy of India Oak Bar & Grill If you aren't a Clintonville native, there’s a good chance you’ve never even heard of this bar. Tucked away in Clintonville, India Oak Grill looks like the kind of place you’d drive past without a second thought. Even where...
12 Places in Central Ohio You’ve Driven Past a Thousand Times Without Realizing How Incredible They Are Inside
From secret bars to bizarre art installations, discover the best spots hiding in plain sight!
This Concert in Columbus Is the Most Unique Live Event You’ll Ever See
The Mario Kart Band in Columbus is turning concerts into high-speed, live-music-fueled racing events.
5 Totally Underrated Black Owned Restaurants in Central Ohio You Need to Try
From smoked turkey legs piled high with toppings to Swahili-inspired dishes, these five underrated spots serve up flavors you won’t forget.
This Hidden Gem Fragrance Store Might Not Survive… Here’s Why It Deserves To
This hidden gem fragrance boutique has an incredible selection and a passionate owner, but it’s struggling. Here’s why it deserves your support.
This Historic Columbus Bar Was Once Home to Underground Prizefighting… Now It’s Serving Knockout Burgers
Ringside Cafe in Columbus isn’t just one of the city’s oldest bars… It serves up legendary 1.5 lb burgers along with a creepy history.
This Columbus Laundromat Doubles as the Wildest Music Venue in the City
Dirty Dungarees in Columbus is NOT your average laundromat. We’re talking spin cycles with a side of beer and an extra serving of mosh pits.
Where to Find Dirt Cheap Deals in Columbus (Before Someone Else Does)
Looking for insane deals on returned and overstocked items? These bin stores offer daily price drops until you’re paying just pennies.
Forget the Pumps — This Central Ohio Gas Station’s Food is Worth the Trip Alone
When was the last time you stopped at a gas station and thought, “Wow, I could really go for a sub sandwich and maybe a burrito too?”
This Hidden Gem is the Closest You can get to Italy in Columbus
This gem serves up the most authentic Italian sandwiches and house-made gelato outside of Italy.
An Out of Body Experience Like Never Before: Watch Pablo Picasso Paint a Masterpiece in Real Time
Imagine standing just a few feet away as Pablo Picasso breathes life into one of his masterpieces. That’s what you’ll get at the Cleveland Museum of Art’s Picasso and Paper exhibition.
The Best View of Columbus is Hidden at this Metro Park
If you’re looking for the best hidden view of Columbus that no one knows about, Scioto Grove Metro Park has a spot you won’t want to miss.
This Hidden Central Ohio Spot is Beating Taco Bell at Its Own Game
If you’ve ever fallen under the spell of a Crunchwrap Supreme, you know it’s a masterpiece of fast food engineering. Well Crunchwerks in Columbus is not just playing Taco Bell’s game — they’re winning it.