From President Lincoln’s facelift in the basement to ghost stories and car crashes, the haunted history of Char Bar makes it Columbus’ wildest dive bar.
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Every New Restaurant Coming to Columbus in 2026 (And When to Expect Them)
Bookmark this running list of every new restaurant still coming to Columbus in 2026, from Short North ramen to Downtown Tex-Mex. We’re updating it as openings roll in.
Guide to the 4 Must-Visit Sneaker Shops in the Short North That’ll Leave You Turning Heads at Every Function
Ditch the corporate mall experience. These Short North sneaker shops are stocked with rare Jordans, streetwear, KAWS figures, and more to keep you the best dressed at every function.
What is ComFest Columbus? Why It’s More Than Just another Festival
Wondering what ComFest is all about? Here’s your guide to the free, volunteer-powered festival happening June 26–28 at Goodale Park, with local music, activism, food, and community.
Last Chance For Tasty Plants: Woodhouse Vegan to Close Its Final Columbus Location This Year
The fan-favorite vegan restaurant, Woodhouse Vegan, announced the upcoming closure of their Short North restaurant. Here’s why you need to try it before it’s gone.
Choosing Between The Short North and German Village? Here’s Your Guide to Navigating Nightlife in Columbus
Looking for the best nightlife in Columbus, Ohio? Here’s a full guide to the top areas like Short North, German Village, and Grandview, plus what to expect at each.
Is the Short North at a Crossroads? Why Recent Closures Feel Like a Warning Sign for Columbus
Recent Short North closures aren’t a collapse, but they are a warning. Here’s what’s happening and how supporting local can make a difference.
One of Columbus’ Best Pizza Spots May Have Quietly Closed… and Nobody’s Really Talking About It
Sexton’s Pizza in Harrison West appears to have quietly closed. Here’s what we know, what’s next, and where to still get that perfectly charred pie.
A Guide The Best Block in All of Columbus
Discover the best block in the Short North, filled with top food, coffee, shopping, nightlife, and more. Here is why this High Street strip has everything you need.
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.
Bristol Republic Is Leaving the Short North, But They’re Not Going Far
Bristol Republic is leaving the Short North, but not for good. The beloved southern-themed bar is opening a bigger and better location in Bridge Park, while helping launch a new LGBTQ-owned spot in their old space.
Where to Get the Best Coffee Near the Arnold Sports Festival (Because You Can’t Live on Pre-Workout Alone)
These are THE BEST coffee shops near the Columbus Convention Center and Ohio Expo Center.
Char Bar Is Coming Back: Confusion, Chaos, and a Happy Ending
After our initial report, we received an update directly from Diana Gordon, the bar’s owner, and now it’s time to set the record straight.
Farewell to a Columbus Dive Bar Legend: Is Char Bar Gone for Good?
Spoiler alert: Char Bar is coming back!
Guide to Bars, Restaurants, and Businesses in the Short North You Had No Idea Were THAT Old
Discover the oldest bars, restaurants, and businesses in the Short North that have stood the test of time!
