This looks like a dive bar from the street and also inside. But there's a reason it's called the Plank's Bier Garten, and not just Plank's. The beer garden is why you come here. It's a nice shady area to just hang out and enjoy the weather (and a beer or three). read more

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Bier Garten was a great place to gather with a group of people and watch a game on tv! Our servers were friendly and helpful for how long we stayed and were getting us food and refills. The kids with us found lots of things they could eat on the menu. The beer garden had heaters which was helpful in November! read more

I hadn't been here for 30 years. We used to go when I lived in the area, and it was fun, and I liked the pizza. Was it the same so many years later? Are my memories off? I had a chance to go today, so I did. Easy parking in their lot on a Monday at 1. Only a few patrons inside, sit where you want, bar, table inside, patio or "breezeway" open room. It's finally a bit cooler, and it was cloudy with a light breeze, so I say in the outdoor room. Perfect. A bit of interest watching people on High, pleasant temps. Great service, start to finish. There when needed, gone when not. Brought the main precisely when I finished my app. Lots on the menu I wanted, but of course I had to check out the pizza. I don't usually get white pizza, but each ingredient was something I like, and the whole sounded good. And was good- different, thin but sturdy, crispy but tender. Loads of good cheese, black olives, tomatoes, banana peppers, etc. So so good. I got a small, and would have finished it all - except I also got an app, the sauerkraut balls. They were good, though not as good as Hey Hey's, for example. And the mustard sauce was pleasant but not particularly flavorful- I would have liked some kick. Still, good app, great pizza, great service, nice atmosphere, and decent prices. I'll be back. read more

Matt is a great bartender. The servers are amazing though to be honest I can see their disdain for the crowds on busy nights but I also don't blame. I remain obsessed with their pizzas especially how the pepperoni gets crispy and delicious. Mmmmm read more

I went here for a quick beer and bite while in town. It's a typical bar with quite a few options on tap. There is a fairly large bar with seating in a separate room and also.seatimg near the bar. I ordered a shrimp po boy and it was pretty good. It had a nice chipotle sauce on it and they had a pretty good amount of shrimp on it. The fries were really good. So good i ordered some to go for my little one for later. Service was fine. It was right at 12 so there werent many people at the bar, but a lot of families eating. I'd definitely come here again. read more

Fun corner bar. Had a smash burger and Italian salad. Both were very good. The bar area was very nice. Bartenders were friendly. Quick service even though it was busy. Great mixed drinks. Outside patio looked good but we did not make it out there. Several TVs to watch sports or whatever! read more

I stopped in for a little football watching and pizza for lunch. The bar area was nice. Very clean with many tvs. They just have basic channels so what ever is on regular tv that is what's on. (No Sunday ticket) The gluten free pizza was good and enough for one. I got the Hawaiian, added mushroom and eliminated the cinnamon. The service was fine read more

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The good, the bad and the ugly. Wanted to take the fam out for some comfort food, catching up and go somewhere close and decided on Planks's Bier Garten. Upon entering, only two guests sitting at the bar at 530pm slightly suspicious. Greeted and selected seats with menus and drink orders taken promptly, pretzels ordered so we could yap and decide on main courses. 4 nice sized pretzel sticks delivered hot with cheese and mustard dips, were yummy. Ordered two Italian subs with fries and a small and large pizzas. Delivered in a timely manner, hot but here's the catch. Pizza had great toppings, flavor and were pretty much consistent with our expectations. Italian subs just so far under par in pissed me off, why even keep them on the menu if you are gonna skimp, I mean for $13.75 each? Really? Who ok'ed this? Why didn't our server say, hey you may want to pick another sandwich because this one is the "weight watchers" version, or, hey our topping delivery service forgot the ingredients for Italian Subs. You could literally see through the salami slices. Clean bathroom, friendly waitress Becca. read more

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Pizza is always so good!! I've been a fan for years. Love the family too. Don't forget the mini tacos. read more

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Not a traditional wood fire pizza but it was good. The service was excellent. Great views also. read more

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I came to this restaurant with a friend from out of town. He wanted to get some food from German Village. It was Trivia Night. We sat at the bar and waited to be waited on. FINALLY a bartender came and asked if he could take our order. 10 Minutes we were waiting. They were not that busy and the bartenders need to have less chatting among themselves and wait on the customers. The food was good once we got the order in. The attitude was bad. WAKE-UP its called CUSTOMER SERVICE. That's how U get tips. I will be back to see if the service has improved. read more

It wasn't bad at all. Standard bar setting that appeared to be fairly well maintained. I had the Rueben sandwich that was really good. If I'm ever back in town in that area I would go back. read more

Stopped by Plank's to watch a game, and found seating at the bar. The service was good and the drinks were cheap. We tried the pizza and it was lowkey delicious. Great crunch to the crust. Didn't experience the bier garten this time, but would definitely come back over the summer to try it out! read more

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Came here for Trivia last night with my friend and girlfriend. I was told the pizza was worth trying, and it didn't disappoint. Perfect tavern-style pizza. Was around $11. Had a Hefeweizen beer as well. Trivia format was interesting (you wager points based on the question and confidence in your answer). Ambiance is typical of any beer place, I think. We were sitting at the bar and not outside. Would recommend coming here for the pizza. read more

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Plank's Bier Garten is a solid neighborhood staple on High Street. The service is usually very good. On a nice day, when they open up the windows, it's a great place to post up and look outside. The sauerkraut balls are a must order. I don't know how anyone couldn't like them. They're friend deliciousness. The pizza is pretty good. Sandwiches are bomb. They usually have a solid selection of beers on tap. I've never had a bad time there. read more

We popped in on a Sunday to grab a bite and a few drinks. We sat at the bar and the service was pretty standard. The place was fairly busy with people there watching the Eagles v. Commanders game which added a nice energy. However, our dishes were especially great. I would definitely recommend the Chicken Santa Fe and the Philly Cheesesteak!! read more

Plank's is a fun, small restaurant and bar in German Village. The beer selection is pretty decent with both a good amount of drafts along with cans and bottles for more selection. The food was solid and the bartenders were very friendly. I started with a Boat Show IPA from Yellow Springs brewing and it's always a favorite of mine. I started dinner with a small Caprese salad (pictured). It was a little different from others I've had but very tasty. For my main course I had the small veggie pizza (also pictured) and it was pretty decent. The thin crust was crispy and delicious with lots of fresh toppings. The sauce was a little bland but overall it was pretty good. Overall Plank's is a pretty great place that I'd definitely recommend. And I'd love to go back when it's warm and take advantage of the beautiful patio. read more

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Love planks! Pro tip add extra cheese to take pizza to next level! Admittedly they often get orders wrong, so make sure you double check if it's a to go order. But we tolerate the occasional messed up order because the food and vibe is so good. read more

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Enjoyed a nice Sunday afternoon on the covered patio area with good weather. The Buffalo chicken dip was a little spicy but not too hot. The texture of some of the chicken bits, however, were a bit large and questionable. I picked around it. Chips were on the thicker side, plain, and crunchy. Could have used a few more chip for a more even ratio. Service was good. Not much more to say. read more

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Awesome place. Food, atmosphere, staff. The best fries - crispy and tasty. Nice beer selection too.

One of the best restaurants/bars in German village. Service is great, atmosphere is great and food is delicious. Nice game day watching spot. Highly recommend the pizza. Parking lot in the back which makes it even more convenient. read more

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Not ADA compliant. Im in a wheelchair and had to sit outside in the heat because there is no wheelchair access into the bar.

Ordered pizza from Planks last night and was happy but not overwhelmed. Planks Bier garten's pizza is consistently good and never outstanding. This is not a criticism but more about letting you know that you will get a good pizza for the money especially when you want a fresh cheese pizza. The sauce is very flavorful, plenty of cheese and cooked very well. It is just that there is nothing memorable about the experience. Yes I would continue to order from Planks and yes I think they provide a good pizza for the money. Also had it delivered which was a plus in my book. read more

Plank's is always a great experience. It's a great spot to catch a game, or get in on a Trivia night. Food is solid. Great place to bring a larger group. read more

Monday is half price pizza Good selection of pizzas. Pizzas are not that bad either. We had the buffalo cauliflower. Good. And make your own veggie pizza. Pretty good too. Come here for happy hour and that's the perfect cure for Monday blues! Staff is Friendy. Place is clean and they have a huge patio read more

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This was my first trip back to Plank's since it reopened and my first time ordering pizza. It's not my favorite pizza in Columbus, I tend to favor thicker crusts, but I will say they fit absolutely as many toppings as they can on a pizza. We got a Meatza and The Works to share. The large is good for two people and the small is pretty much a personal size. We sat on the front patio which is dog friendly. They do have an awesome bier garten in the back though as well as indoor seating. Their parking lot is right behind the building, but it's pretty small. They is plenty of street parking around though. read more

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Our group had a great experience! Great food, great vibes, and very friendly service. The chicken pesto pizza, Cuban, and Reuben were all amazing! Great food spot in German village. read more

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The food was awful and the noise level so loud by patrons at the bar that it was impossible to hear our conversation when visiting with our guests. I would highly not recommend this place read more

This place was such a stellar find by my compatriot. We staggered in with a party of 8, and were immediately seated. Ordered a spattering of their apps and mains, sandwiches, pizzas, salads, the whole lot was amazing and everyone was happy with our experience. This quaint little traditional bier hall type joint is tucked away in a quiet part of Columbus's German village, what a great experience with some great friends. Would love to come back if I find myself in Columbus again. read more

Not bad! I wanted to go to Schmidt's but they were closed due to Covid. This place is very cozy. Very long bar. 10 on tap as well as a bottle selection. Large menu. They do have German fare as well as hamburgers etc. I had the bratwurst. It was decent. I also had the sauerkraut balls and German potato salad. All decent but not mind blowing and the helpings were good. I would recommend this place. I was disappointed Schmidt's wasn't open but this was a nice alternative. read more

Small place friendly staff Good selection of beers Lots of TV's Close to breweries in the area read more

If you are walking around in German Village, this is a nice place to stop and get a drink during an afternoon on a weekend. They have a decent patio area with a picnic tables setup) which is enclosed and surrounded by small apartment buildings. They have a decent selection of beer, and nice snacks to nosh on (e.g. pretzels, fried German specialties). I had a Columbus Brewing Company and was able to kick back and enjoy with my group. I recommend Plank's as part of one's outdoor patio rotation! read more

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My husband and I came here and we were so happy for a fun (rare) week day night out. Out wait staff was so rude. My husband asked for mustard and the wait staff yelled back at him. I didn't even ask for the ranch I had ordered. The wait staff then locked the doors loudly instead of taking the debit card we had provided. I said after 10 minutes, they must be ready for us to leave. The wait staff said to me "darling, I'm here another hour at the bar so I don't care." The people behind us said said better eat up. We said please and thank you and still tipped after that. I would like to to be treated the same. Will not be going back. read more

Disappointing. For a place with a German name in a German area of town, there wasn't much Teutonic about it. Good beer selection and decent prices at happy hour, but the happy hour apps were tragic. Only a couple of things like deep-fried sauerkraut balls (huh?) came anywhere close to German. Quesadillas and nachos were on the menu, along with some mini-tacos I ordered (largely because the other item seems overpriced). Then there's the vibe of the place. At least in the bar, it seemed like a place where locals go to nurse a cheap drink, gossip and bitch at each other while the bartender talks on his/her phone. Paid my tab and left without any illusion that I'll be returning. read more

Good environment on a sports less Monday. Dogs are allowed on front patio only. Not busy. read more

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Great local place. The food is good pub food, the beer is cold and there are a lot of TVs. What else could you want? read more

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Plank's on High has reopened after a fire. Totally renovated and very nice. The dining room is small so it can get crowded. They have daily specials and a happy hour. If you don't eat meat they now have a plant based Beyond Burger. We had just left the Fitness Loft where we signed up for exercise classes so I was really hungry. I had the ten inch pizza and small salad for $11. Plain cheese but excellent flavor and crispy crust. A good choice. The salad was the perfect size to go with the pizza and it had arugula! I love arugula. Our waitress couldn't have been nicer and very efficient. This will be a regular lunch spot for us. It is a little farther than the other Plank's (on Parsons) but different food. read more

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Lunch took 45 minutes to get just the food served how about a heads up for people who only have an 1 hour for lunch read more

I wish I loved this place. I've tried and tried again and every time it's mediocre at best. Last night we stopped in for a beer and munchies and we were really disappointed. My buffalo cauliflower was freezing cold in the middle. Also - pet peeve- they charged us $3 for a soda water from the bar. Service is always average if we're lucky. There are better places to spend your money and time. read more

A quick dinner before going to see Hamilton. I ordered the Reuben and my husband had the steak sandwich. Neither disappointed us. The service was quick and we wanted for nothing as they were very attentive without hovering. read more