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High Bank Distillery

4.4 (921 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Rosé Cooler**
Genna C.

First time coming on our trip to Columbus visiting family. My in-laws recommended this place and took us here for an early dinner. Great space. Friendly staff. Yummy food and drinks. Definitely would come back next time we're in town!

Adam C.

High Bank Distillery was a fun place to go for a drink and some grub. The distillery had some interesting whisky. The whisky had a bit of a kick with a layered flavors profile. I liked their booze in the featured old fashion. The restaurant had a fun and interesting vibe. The food was fine but average. It was festive as you would expect from a distillery. Despite being super busy service was relatively quick. This is a great place to bring friends and unwind on a weekend or any day for that matter.

Julie F.

Recently came here for my birthday and had such a good experience! Right when I walked in, the hosts asked if it was my birthday and were super kind with their wishes. The inside itself is so nice and spacious. Next time I come I would definitely would want to sit on their patio. I got their blueberry basil drink and my boyfriend got an old fashioned. I usually really don't like the taste of whiskey, but there's is DELICIOUS. Salmon bowl was delicious as well and our server was super sweet. She also offered me free birthday donut holes which were warm and delicious. This is definitely going to be a Grandview go-to for me next year.

Pasta alla Vodka
Kembral C.

It's been a while since I've dined at this location. The menu has changed quite a bit -some staples remain (like the pepperoni and honey pizza). Attended for a work event. Ordered the pasta alla vodka. Overall, the pasta was just ok. I was very excited about it, especially after seeing how sauce-y and cheesy it was. But it was pretty bland to me - meh taste/flavor profile. The service was ok. We had a large group (~10) so things took a while - no surprise there. Overall, I still believe this is a great spot for cocktails/drinks and brunch. Lunch/dinner - not so much.

Spicy Dipped Chicken Sandwich
Jada H.

Really enjoyed my experience here. It was very easy to make a lunch reservation for a party of 10. The staff called the day before and confirmed. They gave us the perfect spot for a discussion and our server was very friendly. Our food came out delicious. Great portion sizes. Great drinks.

Sticky Chicken Wings
Nick S.

I absolutely love High Bank; everything about it is great! They have incredible drinks, with fantastic spirits they distill themselves; their food, both the standard menu & brunch menu, is delicious no matter what you get; the service is friendly & quick, and the vibes here are perfect! This is an ideal spot for a date night, a meal with friends or even a night out with the family! I most recently went to High Bank on a Wednesday, & had to get their weekly wing deal; the Gochujang flavor made extra crispy was definitely a move! The Purple Reign looked amazing & tasted even better! Everything we had was delicious as always, & I can't wait to come back in real soon!

Hi-C
Lindsay K.

My husband and I came here for brunch. Whoever is in charge of the food and drink menu deserves an award. A+ job! The food options allow you to eat either healthy or let you splurge away on your calories. We ordered the Hi-C vodka cocktail, and the brunch cocktail. I ordered the omelette special of the day, which had chicken, cheese, bell peppers, mushroom, and mozzarella cheese. It came with a side salad with vinaigrette. My husband ordered the egg cheese and bacon sandwich. Both were delicious but the egg sandwich was our favorite! They also offer distillery flights. If you're into sports, there are tons of tvs in every direction.

Tushar G.

I tried this High bank location a couple of times. My personal favorite is their spicy dipped chicken sandwich and the Brussels sprouts. Tried the margherita pizza for the first time and I would say not worth it. But their chicken wings and sandwiches are my go to. I would try more options but overall pretty good options and vibe. The service is quick and the servers are very friendly. I really like the part where you can see the distillery part in the end.

Spicy chicken sandwich and Caesar Salad
Padmini R.

The service was excellent. The food was very good. The spicy chicken sandwich had the right amount of spice. The side Caesar salad had fresh lettuce and the right amount of dressing.

Tiffany S.

This place was SO good! We have a kiddo in the hospital here in Columbus but live in CA. We got a late start today and were craving brunch, but didn't want to have food regret by rushing or decision and ending up somewhere mid. We came in and right away knew we wanted the deviled eggs, Barbacoa breakfast burrito, and the berry compote pancakes. Everything was absolutely delicious!! Like I want to come back and try more! Service was spot on! Our server was so friendly, knowledgeable and quick. Our food came fast. There are lots of sports games on lots of TVs throughout, so a great place to catch an event. Cool open concept with the distillery itself visible. Outdoor seating available as well. Be aware parking lot is real small, so allow extra time in case you need street parking. Seems to be dog friendly also.

Pepperoni & Hot Honey**
Jana N.

Summary, service and dessert was 5 stars. Atmosphere was a normal open feel modern rustic brewery. Food lacked a lot of flavor. Ordered their hot honey chicken & biscuits due to diners dives and drive ins. Gravy had no flavor, chicken had been in fryer a bit too long. Extremely disappointed. Also tried their hot honey pizza, similar experience with not a lot of flavor. I would come back for their service, dessert and beer. For entrees I would go somewhere else.

Deviled Eggs
Kara S.

Our favorite stop downtown before hockey games! The service is quick and they have a lot of light options. Our table had sweet corn dip, (the chips are a little more on the oily side), the deviled eggs with crunchy pickles, fish and chips with carrots, and the grilled cheese with tomato bisque. The inside has lots of seating and a large bar. You can also view their distillery area behind the glass in the back.

Cocktails
Aubrie H.

Stopped in for brunch and once again had a wonderful experience. Gretchen was an amazing server and took such great care of us. There are a couple brunch specific cocktails but the full drink menu is available as well. The Apricot spritz was very light but also very tasty. The food menu has some breakfast items and some lunch so everyone should be able to find something to enjoy. I had to order the grilled cheese and tomato soup, its my fav! We also tried the hot honey and biscuits which was nice and had just a bit of the heat from the hot honey.

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Megan was a great tour guide! To learn the process for making the spirits was fascinating. I will return and highly recommend it.

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Megan, our tour guide, was legendary! So much fun, history, and booze to be had, would definitely recommend!!

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Megan was the best tour guide ever! Give her a raise and send her to San Francisco World Spirits Competition to represent the company!

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We did the distillary tour and Megan was so amazing! 10 out of 10 recommend! Loved the Ohio history as well

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Megan was personable, full of great knowledge and history. 10/10 would recommend her as a tour guide, and would like to drink with her!

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Ask the Community - High Bank Distillery

Do you allow dogs?

Yes, we do allow dogs on our patio.

Do you guys do anything special for birthdays?

Hi Terra, We offer our seasonal donuts for birthdays!

What days/what time is brunch?

Saturday 11am to 3pm Sunday 10am to 3pm… 

Does the old fashioned mix go bad? Ours is one week old and we hadn't used it in 5 days, when we noticed a white film across the top. Not sure if the ingredients just separated, or if it's no good.

Hi Steve, We utilize a heat pasteurization step on these, so they are rather shelf stable for at… 

What are they gluten-free options besides the pizza?

Hi Marina! Our gluten-free items are the crispy brussels (ask for pan seared), deviled eggs… 

Do you have Bottomless mimosas?

Hi Anita, We do not have bottomless mimosas. Although we do have a $5 drink menu at brunch that includes mimosas, beer, bloody marys, screwdrivers, & more. Hope to see you in… 

Are happy hour specials only valid at the bar or dining also?

Hey Visha! Happy Hour is provided throughout the entire restaurant Monday through Friday from 3pm… 

Are there happy hour deals? What are they?

Yes, they have a good happy hour! Cocktails and spirits are half off, $1 off beer, and discounts on shareable's... Check out their website for full details.

Do they have a party room or banquet hall?

No but you can rent tables in the back of the restaurant. It's not an exclusive area and is not private but restaurant guests typically stay away.

Is Hookah Served here?

No hookah at this establishment

Is this a good place for OSU football games?

Yes

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