Stopped in for drinks with some friends and figured we'd grab some food while we were there. I had…read morepretty low expectations for a hot dog, but this thing was ridiculously good. Good snap, loaded with toppings, and exactly what you want after a couple drinks. The atmosphere was relaxed, the drinks were solid, and the food was way better than I expected. I'm not usually the type of person to write a Yelp review about a glizzy, but credit where it's due. I sat down expecting a hot dog and left after absolutely disrespecting one. I'll definitely be back.

Lawbird is hands-down the best cocktail bar in the city. The themed menus which change at a…read morereasonable pace, great staff, and "good vibes" really make this the go-to destination in Columbus and perhaps the Midwest for a cocktail. Pair a stop either before or after to one of German Village's great restaurants and you're in for a special, albeit pricey night. In addition to fantastic drinks, Lawbird offers cocktail tasting classes from time to time which are a fun way to get sauced early in the day. And you will get sauced. If the owners keep up the good thing they have going - this will become an iconic establishment in the city. I hope they do. I've been more than 20 times so far and never get bored. Cheers!

Athens Uncorked no longer exists. It changed ownership a couple times and stayed Athens Uncorked…read morebut now has been sold again and become Bobcatz in January 2026, a VERY different kind of place.

Walked in to a lovely-looking establishment and was told by I'm assuming an employee, that they…read morewere only open for 15 more minutes. What a nice welcome. We left. I hope you were enjoying your glass of wine that we were hoping to enjoy!! I guess business is booming in Athens and you don't need new patrons.

Elana's Kitchen + Wine Bar…read more If you're looking for a casual spot in the Canal Winchester area, Ella's Kitchen + Wine Bar is worth considering. Located in the Kroger Plaza on Gender Road, my wife and I have visited three times in 2026. As I am immunocompromised, we avoid crowds by going on Tuesdays or Wednesdays. The staff is cheerful, friendly, and attentive, creating a relaxed atmosphere. The menu includes great pizzas, salads, bar-style appetizers, and delicious FRESH smash burgers. There's a good variety of draft and bottled beers, and the manager is knowledgeable about wine, offering a nice selection. On live-music days, it can get a bit loud for us, even when we sit far from the music, but that's just our preference. The venue also offers a game room and a pool table for those looking to hang out with friends.

Friendly, attentive staff in a casual atmosphere. They have great pizzas, salad options, and…read morebar-style appetizers. The FRESH smash burgers are delicious. There is a good variety of draft and bottled beers. The manager is very knowledgeable about wine and they carry a nice selection. There are live-music days and I have had the pleasure of hearing some great performers here. There's a game room available and pool table for those wanting to hangout for a while with friends. Definitely worth stopping in. The Vibe: Relaxed. The manager, Brian, did a great job breathing life into this place.

I really, really, really love the drink menu of the Alibi. Like, a lot. Their visual chart is a…read moregodsend for cocktail explorers, and all of the drinks came out delicious and exactly as described. It's so creative, and the drinks are really the stellar stand out here. However, the atmosphere of those drinks is what gives me pause when thinking about coming back. The limited table situation, tiny cramped space, and loud music means that it doesn't feel particularly relaxing. People are constantly brushing up against you (even at 5PM), and holding a conversation at a normal distance is nearly impossible. NOTE: This place is covered in dust. No shade to the ownership as it doesn't appear to be anywhere near food prep areas (it's on the decor, on/around shelving, all over the faux plants, etc.), but if you're someone who's sensitive to dust, this is probably not a good fit. PROS: -I loooooooove how they've done their drink menu. As someone who is still exploring the potential of cocktails, their nerdy "chart" that places all of their drinks on a sweet/bitter and alcohol-forward/approachable visual chart is SUCH a help. As such, everything I ordered was absolutely amazing for me. I knew exactly what to expect from a drink because of its position on the chart, and it delivered. -Their drinks are really unique. Aqua faba? Fat washed alcohols? Lollipops or toasted marshmallows as garnishes? Super cool. Don't let some of the weirder descriptions creep you out of trying them. -All of their drinks were delicious. Everything I ordered was exactly as described. I often go places where the taste is barely related to its namesake, but they were entirely on-point here. CONS: -I'm not sure if someone called off that night as other reviewers are in love with the service, but our service was really really slow. No real rapport with the staff; just stating the name of a drink as they rushed past and then they were off to try to clean a table or take someone else's order. The drinks they made were great, but this isn't somewhere we'd go if we were in a hurry. -The pictures do not accurately convey how small this place is. Like, it's small. I'd guess less than 1000 square feet. My apartment is bigger by a lot. This isn't necessarily an issue, but it means people pile up quickly as they wait for seating (there's like 4/5 tables and then bar seating). The human walkways are small enough that the bartenders and other guests will brush against you a lot - even while seated. -I get the vibe they were going for here, but with the smaller space, I think a lot of the potential decor options had to "go" in order to fit more humans. It's giving me hardcore The Hearth Room (in Cincinnati) vibes, and I think it could honestly pull it off if it simply had more space. The "relaxed, sophisticated bourbon bar" doesn't quite come through as well when things are so focused on simply fitting in more bodies. -It's loud AF. Like, really, really loud. Between all the people and the blasting pop music, it required leaning into someone's ear in order to speak at normal volumes. We'd regularly have to pause the conversation if something in the music was building to a drop. This is not a place I'd take someone I wasn't very very comfortable with because it really requires being in someone's space to talk. -There's a single all-gender toilet here for everyone in the establishment. It's basically a revolving door of people in and out of it. The door auto-closes, however, so it's really difficult to figure out if it's open or not. There was usually a queue of people waiting in front of the door.

I never leave Alibi disappointed. They always have such a creative menu with something for…read moreeveryone. It always amazes me how quickly they crank out such creative drinks. I'm sure some of them are batched, but they don't taste like they are. Service was excellent, as always. Endlessly knowledgeable. Small place, but never feels crowded even when full.

If you haven't been to The Daily Bar in Italian Village, you need to! This is one of my go to spots…read morefor a quality cocktail; it's perfect for a first date spot, your first drink on a night out, or the best place to catch a vibe, chill and sip on a delicious drink! All of the team here are super friendly and happy to make whatever for you! This is also an elite patio/outdoor seating spot in the summer! First & foremost, Daily Bar may have THE best French 75 in Columbus! It's perfectly balanced & being able to control the sweetness of the drink to your liking with the rock candy is fantastic! I'm a sucker for their spritz's in the summer (tons of options); and you can never go wrong with an espresso martini (they even have them in shot form)!!

What a cool little bar. I had a Manhattan. They have a large draft selection, but a little heavy…read moreon the IPAs. They do have Stella on tap but they were out today. Great seating. We participated in trivia today but we sucked. I'd come back!

Top 5 restaurant in central Ohio. Well deserved. Nice menu, but your choices are limited. I was…read moresurprised, of the five entree choices, two were pork (we don't eat pork) and no chicken option. We settled on the steak and black cod, although we really did not want red meat. Our server Kelcie, who was 5* by the way, helped us in navigating all the intricacies to the ingredients. Lots of nuance to the menu. Our choices: lamb appetizer, black cod, sirloin, and chocolate mousse; each were tasty, presented well, and excellent dishes. The potato cake on the steak was very different and well done. Our Old Fashion had a nice taste. The place is very small and reservations are a must. The GM Michael came by and chatted us up...to thank us for coming, and glad they were able to accommodate our food needs. Nice touch. Excellent bathrooms. Thanks for that. Be prepared to spend $100 per person. Welcome to the Columbus culinary scene.

We did not have a reservation but were able to be seated at the bar. We had wonderful light…read moresummer dinner. We shared two appetizers and each had lovely entrees. Would highly recommend this restaurant.

Usually fairly quiet. Lots of good wines, and beers, and a few good bourbons. Nice place with a…read morenice patio. Food, service, and Ambiance! All great!

Absolutely gorgeous wine bar with wonderful outside patio seating. The service is excellent, the…read morestaff are friendly. The sometimes have little sandwiches but always have things to make charcuteries or have chips or other snacks to purchase. Let's not Forget MJ and Wendell! MJ can help you find any kind of Wine or beer you might like and Wendell is kind as can be.

So much good options! We went out for ladies night and had about half the menu to eat. Everything…read morewas delicious and Jacob our waiter was super sweet. We were well taken care of and he kept the drinks and food coming. It was a beautiful night and we enjoyed their outdoor patio. Highly recommend!

Let me get the negative out of the way first…read more.. The restrooms are downstairs and are not for mobility challenged people. If you have a problem with steps, use a cane, walker or wheelchair, you will have little to no access to their facilities. Anyways... The bartender that was working Wednesday, July 8th, 2026 was pretty solid. He was very busy being the one and only person working the floor at about 1pm when we arrived. It wasn't a problem as he was fast, organized and friendly without being intrusive. They have a full bar with an interesting, moderately sized menu that's big enough for most anyone to find something they would enjoy. The ambiance is open and modern. Prices are reasonable too. 4 stars.