Little urban gem! We LOVED the ambiance, food & drinks were yummy, and the service was phenomenalread more

Brunch at Understory this summer is a must! They may have one of the best brunch patios in town;…read morethe vibes are so peaceful & refreshing; it's the perfect spot to start your day or grab a bite & drink after a morning workout or farmers market! Every dish is made with fresh ingredients, and are prepared excellently. The Understory platter is your classic breakfast dish; the yogurt bowl has tons of flavor and is great if you're looking for a lighter breakfast! Be sure to try a drink as well; a frozen cocktail on a warm day really hits the spot!

This is a great cigar shop. The owner and staff are friendly and very knowledgeable. The space is…read moregreat and plenty of room to hang with friends or just come sit by others and chat it up. BYOB is perfect to bring your favorite drink in.

Nice quiet and relaxing lounge with a nice selection. Everyone was welcome that was in the lounge…read more You're able to bring in your own drinks but does have pop and water too if you do not bring in your own.

30+ spot! Happy hour 5-8 Mon-Fri!…read moreStrong drinks. Great service. Amazing DJ. Food truck on site. Pool tables and darts available also.

The hookah and the young lady who served it was the best thing this bar had to offer. It was her…read morefirst day and she was up beat, helpful, and made sure to keep checking on us. We went on a Friday night and the ambiance was very laid back relaxed. The crowd was mixed with more of an older crowd. The DJ was amazing!! He mixed the music perfectly and kept us singing and dancing. The bar staff was short with us if not down right rude. Didn't receive not one friendly smile or assistance from the bar staff. The bar keep was more accommodating than the bartender who served us. The drinks were reasonably priced. I would go back but only if I wended hookah

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.

A friend took me to the bottle shop one Friday night and we had a great time! Loved the cozy vibes…read moreinside along with the wine shop. It was pretty packed, so we sat outside and chatted for a few hours. The espresso martinis were great, especially under twinkle lights.

While walking from dinner we came across Cordial. This place is a great find for wine lovers and…read morethose who love a place with great vibes. The servers and bartenders were friendly, knowedgeable and fun while the atmosphere was so chill that I could see hanging there after work or on any given Saturday. Im not a wine drinker but the paloma was tasty and they have a very good beer selection.

Great evening . The food and service were wonderful. Beautifully decorated for the holidays.read more

Celebrating my partner's birthday was the perfect excuse to return to what is, in my opinion,…read moreColumbus' premier restaurant. From the moment we arrived, it was clear why this institution has remained at the top of the city's dining scene for half a century. My partner began with the Escargot and Shiitake Marble Veal Mousse with parsley garlic butter sauce, while I enjoyed the exceptional Mussel Soup with leek chiffonade, saffron cream, and Chablis. Both starters were beautifully prepared and set the tone for the evening. For our second course, my partner selected the Roasted Lake Erie Walleye with dill Chablis sauce, and I chose the Sautéed Florida Red Snapper with Choron vin blanc sauce. Both dishes showcased impeccable technique, fresh ingredients, and elegant presentation. Our third course continued to impress. The Black Truffle Duxelle Stuffed Rabbit Loin with Dijonnaise sauce was rich, flavorful, and perfectly executed, while my Pan-Seared Prime New York Strip Steak with cardamom sauce was cooked flawlessly and absolutely outstanding. We shared the Black Forest Tart with mascarpone chantilly and cherry gel for dessert. The flavors were wonderful, though the tart crust was a bit firmer than expected, making it somewhat difficult to enjoy with only a spoon. Service was polished and professional throughout the evening. Although the restaurant had run out of the bottle of wine we initially selected, the sommelier recommended a comparable bottle from the same AVA that was slightly more expensive and graciously adjusted the price to match our original selection. This was a thoughtful gesture that perfectly reflects The Refectory's commitment to hospitality. Our only minor disappointment was the seating location. The booth where we were placed was tucked away from the main dining room and felt a bit tight, making it somewhat less comfortable than we would have preferred. While the secluded setting had its charm, a table or a more spacious booth in the main dining area would have enhanced the overall experience. Overall, it was another memorable dining experience. Exceptional cuisine, refined service, and an atmosphere that continues to set the standard for fine dining in Columbus. It's easy to understand why The Refectory has earned its stellar reputation and why it has thrived for 50 years. Highly recommended and well deserving of its legendary status.

I booked a section for my bday and it was absolutely horrible. They sent me the link to book and…read morethey had only took a 1$ off my card when it was supposed to be a 50$ deposit. When I got there they told me I only reserved the section. So the 150$ section and bottle with complementary of champagne was no longer a thing. They said all bottles were half off but a bottle of patron was still 250$ . Nothing made sense there was no manager there at all as I was told. So i had to pay 130$ for a bottle of teremana. With no complementary anything and none care everything was take it or leave it. I will not be going back . Especially seeing this would be the 3rd bday ive spent at Noir. Horrible customer service. Security was cool though. Dj horrible and no request is even crazier. They need to do better. But next year ill be taking my services else where

I've been a couple times for different things-  OSU game, just a Saturday night out, etc.  It's a…read morecool little spot. This week I tried happy hour and karaoke. Tried a few different cocktails which were all great - Express on martini, old fashioned that has this delicious brown sugar simple syrup and another bourbon punch like drink.  The staff is always super cool and the music and vibe is always on point. I'll probably start going more during the week for happy hour. Overall, I recommend!