The Most Scrumptious Sports Bars in Columbus

OH Pizza & Brew

★★★★☆ 3.8 (504) • $$

"While out of town, I needed a late night pie after working all day, so I decided to check out OH Pizza & Brew based on a recommendation from a local. When I arrived around 10pm on a Sunday night, the place looked like it was in transition to closing (chairs flipped over on tables, no patrons, staff members watching TV in empty booths). However, I was welcomed in to order by the friendly woman at the counter. She answered a few of my questions and when I asked what her favorite was, she immediately said, "Buckeye Garlic Pizza." I took her advice and was also able to add up to three toppings at no additional charge (mushroom, olive and sausage). I took a seat and waited about 10 minutes for my personal 10" pie, which came out hot and with a friendly, "Thank You, Sweetie."I ran the pie back to my hotel and opened up the box. The pie looked amazing. Perfectly crispy outer crust, six cheeses and garlic, along with my toppings. The pie was pretty damn good, with steam coming off the top. The six-cheese blend was interesting, with the dominant flavors being American and Cheddar. The sausage, olives and mushrooms were all fresh and plentiful. Definitely a good option to satisfy my hunger for a late night pizza in Downtown Columbus."

JT's Pizza & Pub

★★★★☆ 4.3 (236) • $$

"First time customers. The food and service was superb! Ask for Carson- he was top shelf. Great knowledge of the menu and bar offerings- esp brews. We had the wings - nice and perfectly crispy (hate under done). The Craig's sauce was a great recommendation. We steered away from the famous Big Al's and went w the Meat Lovers. Crust was crunchy and tons of toppings. Classic sports bar! Great environment. It's a don't miss! Shout out to Carson! Thank you. Grade: (5/5)Todd & Wendi Bergdoll"

Koble Grill

★★★★☆ 4 (255) • $$

"Great food and a fun spot! Tried Koble for the first time and was impressed. I wasn't sure what to expect but was met with a wide array of food options and a casual environment that was easy to have dinner at but would also be fun to grab a drink at! Uptown has convenient parking with several lots, and is very walkable! The DORA also makes it fun to explore, especially on a summer night. Koble is a grab a table and order at the counter option (which is not the vibe I would have immediately expected) but nicer than most restaurants this style and the waiters still bring you your food! They have a large bar and menu with food options to please everyone. I was very pleased with my Greek salad - I forgot to take a picture before I started but tons of toppings, an appropriate amount of dressing (though you can always get it on the side), and a delicious warm pita! Overall a great dinner spot uptown!"

Fronteras

★★★★☆ 3.9 (241) • $$

"The food was great, The service was great. Our waiter was really attentive and the ambiance was cool too. I would recommend this place"

Benny's Pizza

★★★★☆ 4 (218) • $$

"Love these pizzas. Love the no drama attitude of the staff even for large groups, they just get it done. Great environment for get togethers with friends and family. Solid!"

Red Oak Pub and Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4 (196) • $$

"If you have never dipped sweet potato fries in caramel, add this to your must do foodie list. The Red Oak Pub came recommended Bioc coworker who lives in this area, I was traveling for business.He said that I had to try the peanut butter bacon burger on a pretzel brioche bun and I needed to get the home cut beer breaded fries and dip them in the homemade tomato soup.This all sounded like a lot of crazy but I'm always up for a challenge. The creamy tomato soup had a little bit of cheese on top and was superb alone. Dipping the fries and the tomato soup kind of made the fries taste like a delicious crunchy type of ravioli dipped into a good creamy Red sauce. My coworker decided to go with the rodeo burger, sweet potato fries and caramel based upon a recommendation of the waitress. At this point we just decided to have some fun with our meal and make it a food experience.We shared and tried everything we had at the table and it was just a memorable, flavorful experience. I also tried dipping the burger in the tomato soup and that was a great flavor. Give this place a try if you are in Newark and don't be afraid to try something new. This will forever be a favorite for me."

Gallo's Tap Room

★★★★☆ 3.9 (186) • $$

"the works fries are crazy good! pizza is good, like that it's by the slice!! would def visit again and try something new!!"

Gresso's Restaurant and Bar

★★★★☆ 3.7 (205) • $$

"The best service I've had in a bar possibly ever. I was going to a concert at The Big Room and wanted to grab some food beforehand, so I started walking and found Gresso's.It's definitely a bar/pub type of environment when you get inside. They have both indoor and outdoor seating, TVs for games, and the staff was so genuinely kind for my entire visit.They mentioned that they have specials throughout the week. On Mondays, they have $6.99 build your own burgers. On Wednesdays, they have $0.75c wings.Would absolutely go back for the service, the wings, and the fries."

Stone Bar & Kitchen

★★★★☆ 4.3 (120) • $$

"Neighborhood gem alert!!! I understand that a lot of people turn their noses up at strip mall locations BUT this spot is amazing!The bar set up is perfect for watching the Buckeye Games and talking with friends. Tables beyond the bar have great views of tv screens. Now for the food..so good! And consistently good! I highly recommend their mussles as they are some of the best in Cbus. And the ceviche is AMAZING and a meal all on its own.Great portions and the service is wonderful! The other great thing to note is during the warmer months the restaurant opens up into a huge outdoor patio where you can chill with friends."

The Galaxy Restaurant

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (204) • $$

"A very good experience. Started off a little shaky; somehow our Saturday reservation, made through the website, was for 6:30 am, not pm. The manager, Dave, quickly handled the situation and it was all good from there.Everything we had was delicious. My wife's filet was cooked to perfection and my peppercorn crusted strip steak was very flavorful. All of the side dishes were excellent as well, especially the Cowboy potatoes.Our waitress was very attentive & efficient. Dave came by several times and really added to the whole experience; a true professional who set a great example of customer service to the young staff.We came because we had a gift certificate that was burning a hole in my wallet, but we will definitely be back!"

Yogi's Bar & Grill

★★★★☆ 3.7 (146) • $

"Came for first time as son moving to area. Was a Sunday afternoon. Sat at table for about 20 mins waiting on service. Didn't realize you had to go to bar to order. Total local place and not welcoming to those of us new to area. Needless to say we should have just got up and left. Food was better than I would have expected based on service. No refills on drinks. No one asking if we needing anything or if everything ok. Got the vibe they didn't really care if came back. Too many other places in area to try! Outside had too many smokers to be able to enjoy."

Bennett's Publical Family Sports Grill

★★★★☆ 4 (122) • $$

"I have been to Bennett's 3X now and every single time the food is absolutely delicious! Made to order and full of flavor. I always get sat quickly as well which is a bonus. The bar is surrounded with tvs but there's also a side room for a more intimate feel if that's your preference. The only reason I'm giving it 4 stars is because when I was there last all the servers were sitting at a corner table just socializing and eating food (right in front of all of the customers!) instead of doing that out of eyesight. Also, whoever served my friend and I last time just seemed very MISERABLE and only smiled at us once we paid and she dropped off the check (interesting timing). The food will definitely have me coming back, hopefully with better service in the future."

Revelry Tavern

★★★★☆ 3.9 (124) • $$

"Got Revelry Burger, it was recommended, and Glad I listened, also half price tonight on Wednesday's, deliciousness 2.0. The tortilla soup..aka..."bomb dot com" legit "MAX N ERMA'S" tortilla chicken soup level from back in da day! Next up will be teyn their chicken wings with all in house made sauces!!!"

Hungry Buffalo

★★★☆☆ 3 (209) • $$

"Had a decent experience here. Went in a Wednesday evening . Had decent food and good service. I heard a lot of mixed reviews that this place was hit or miss. This time it was a hit. Again food is decent and our service was good."

Goody Boy Diner

★★★★☆ 4.2 (101) • $$

"I really enjoyed my time at Goody Boy in Short North. There are just a few parking spaces on the property but if you get there at the right time you can find parking on the street close to the restaurant. There are plenty of places to sit both inside of the restaurant and outside. GB has an indoor/outdoor bar area to sit. Outside, there is a little bar area, tables, and covered cabanas. This place is very dog friendly! Our server, Anthony, was sweet enough to bring our pup out some water in a to-go container so that he was completely comfortable. He gets a little nervous in public so we found a seat underneath one of the private little cabanas. That was really helpful for our anxious pup. He was able to calm down and relax and we all enjoyed our time there.We started off with drinks and apps. The drinks were on point! We ordered the Pear Necessity made with Sauza Blanco, fresh lime juice, orange Curacao, and prickly pear puree. It was refreshing and delicious. The Goodie Bags are cute. The drinks come in a plastic bag with a straw punctured through it like a Capri Sun but these fruity drink pouches are NOT for kids! These pouched drinks have a double shot of liquor with either strawberry lemonade with vodka base or a tropical punch with rum base. Refreshing! We also ordered some Mojitos with its fresh muddled mint, Captain Morgan White, and fresh lime juice. You can add strawberry or mango puree for another dollar. Again, refreshing! The winner for me that day was the Yuzu Collins made with fresh lemon juice, and soda water, Kettle One Botanical peach and orange blossom. Ahhhhhh (head tilted back, eyes closed)For apps, we ordered the buffalo chicken wings with blue cheese dressing, celery, and carrots and an order of waffle fries. Yummy! For the entree, I ordered the Portobello quinoa salad with mixed greens, organic herb quinoa, hummus, roasted red peppers, red onions, avocados, and balsamic dressing. I added salmon for $7. It was amazing!We sat underneath the cabana, drank, ate, talked, and relaxed. It was a good day at Short North Goody Boy!"

Jerzee's Sports Grille Green

★★★★☆ 3.8 (123) • $$

"Stopped for lunch. Huge sports bar area. They divided it in half and one side is quieter. My wife got a quesadilla and I got Med wings. We shared side of waffle fries. Good service, clean and food was good. I would recommend them if you are in the area."

Flatiron Tavern

★★★★☆ 4.3 (95) • $$

"Four star rating is an average.As a BAR: five stars. Nice ambiance, friendly people, good selection of drinks, great patio out back. As a RESTAURANT: three stars. Average bar food; great if you want a burger and rings, not great if you're looking for vegetables.Summary, great spot for drinks and bar food, but don't take your foodie friends."

Parlay Sporting Club + Kitchen

★★★★☆ 3.7 (124)

"The food is amazing for a sports bar. We were blown away by the quality. We went for the Ohio state game. Plenty of tv's."

Tickets Pub & Eatery

★★★★☆ 3.6 (125) • $$

"Nice change of pace here as I am not a fan of bars or alcohol. Expecting bar food, I was surprised with the offering here. My sister had a steak with diced potatoes that she thoroughly enjoyed. On recommendation, I had the Philly Cheesesteak that was served in a pita with waffle fries on the side. It all tasted great and the service was very friendly and helpful. Looking forward to returning to try other entrees as they have a lot to offer."

Bernards Tavern

★★★★☆ 3.5 (132) • $$

"The food here is INCREDIBLE. We got cheese curds and taquitos and they were gone in five minutes. Delish!!!"

The Grainery

★★★★☆ 3.8 (98) • $$

"Love this place. Would highly recommend. Ordered the barbecue brisket. Wonderful and delicious. Candied Bacon appetizer is the best. Great food. Bands are great. Must come to enjoy food and atmosphere"

Double Barrel Kitchen & Bar

★★★★☆ 3.8 (85) • $$

"First time and it was great. Went on a Sunday around 2pm, low key and chill environment. Cheese curds 3/10, tasted exactly like mozzarella sticks. Atomic burger 8/10, way too many jalapeños but awesome burger. Sweet potato fries 10/10 and the ranch here was phenomenal!! Service was easy and very friendly."

Jay's Crab Boil & Oyster Bar

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (106) • $$

"Located in a strip mall, I was pleasantly surprised at the interior of this restaurant. The room was very large and inviting with a huge bar, around 20 TVs, and a live seafood tank.Coming on a Friday just before the lunch specials were to end, I was handed a humongous menu with pages and pages of offerings. I finally found the lunch specials, but choked on the pricey choices: $18, $25, and something else in the $30's range.I ordered the fried clam strips basket with sweet potato waffle fries: $12.95. My server, Allie was attentive, even bringing me a water with lemon while I took a peek at the fish tanks. Allie also brought me some containers of tarter sauce for the clams and ketchup for the fries, and a little something else: warm caramel sauce which she recommended that it goes well with the sweet potatoes. Yes! It was good!My meal was more than enough, and I took home what would turn out to be another meal, so yay!"

Yogi's Bar & Grill

★★★★☆ 3.7 (88) • $$

"We didn't plan to be eating here, but the place we went to had an hour wait. So couple doors away we found Yogi's. Just a local sports bar environment. But enjoyed our meal. Staff was super friendly and took care of us well. Food all taste great and I would go back for sure. I believe they have a couple locations. Enjoy."

Pastimes Pub & Grill Crosswoods

★★★★☆ 3.7 (88) • $$

"We came in during an Ohio State basketball tournament, and it was packed. We still were seated quickly. Service was amazing. We never lacked anything, in spite of the busyness.I started withĥgh a strawberry margarita and husband tried a beer. It was decent. We also got a0 pulled pork nachos appetizer. It was good. It hadpull?m pork, jalapeños, tomatoes, salsa, and sour cream. The cheese was a little overdone. No cheesy pull. Pork was sweet and tasted good with jalapeños. I found I missed the beans that usually come with nachos. I wish we had added guacamole and street corn. I just didn't want to pay $5 more, totaling almost $20. But this could definitely be meWe also tried wings and an Italian sandwich with tator tots. The husband loved his garlicp parm wings. My Italian was good, the tots wete great.What really stood out here was the service. It was great"

Beckett's Burger Bar

★★★★☆ 3.7 (87) • $$

"Excellent, fresh, prompt service , it was delightful to see a lobster roll on the menu ."

Olde Jaol Brewing Company

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (108) • $$

"The food was amazing. I had fish, and it was plentiful. The fried pickles were good, although a few pieces had a little doughy batter. The beers were cold and delicious. Cool place to hang out on the patio and enjoy the good weather. The staff was friendly and the service was quick enough to not take all night."

The Rusty Keg Tavern

★★★★☆ 4 (73) • $$

"Excellent service, food was great and served promptly even though they were busy at lunch time. Prices were reasonable"

Baker's Pizza Sports Shack

★★★★☆ 4.1 (69) • $$

"Some of the best pizza and salads!!! we got take out fast and correct. Would highly recommend."

Time and Change - Neighborhood Gathering Place

★★★★☆ 3.8 (77) • $$

"Good burgers & beer selection. Friendly service. Neighborhood casual. Fair prices. Check it out"

Coaches Bar & Grill

★★★★☆ 4 (69) • $$

"Very good food, the Chili is fantastic, the Philly Cheese steak , is the best, but you better plan on taking half home, because it is huge.it's a very pleasant sports bar/restaurant! Service excellent, ambiance, friendly and comfortable! We go often"

Classics Pizza and Sports Bar

★★★★☆ 3.7 (78) • $

"If Donatos and Massey's had a raucous sex filled night that subsequently resulted in a baby then CLASSICS PIZZA AND SPORTS BAR would be it. On the other hand, this Classics Pizza should be considered Massey's and Donatos DADDY because it's that good! First off these pizzas look like what Donatos and Massey's make believe their pizzas look like from all their commercials and advertisements. UNLIKE Massey's and Donatos they won't advertise one thing yet give the customer something totally different, they give you EXACTLY what they show and advertise. EVERY SINGLE PIZZA we watched come out their window for folks eating in looked exactly the same with TONS OF MEAT, CHEESE, and TOPPINGS, edge to edge! Major KUDOS to their management and chefs giving folks exactly what they pay for! This really means a lot because times are hard and the last thing you want to experience is you getting scammed and jipped when you're fighting to take your family out to dinner as a moment of respite from this dark shitty country and world! We had no intent to eat as much pizza as we did when we dined inside but WE COULD NOT STOP EATING IT. My toddler only likes Pepperoni pizza and we were snacking off of his too so much we almost ate all his . This place is nowhere near me but this pie is so EPIC that it's worth the HOUR ROUNDTRIP DRIVE! These were some of the best pizzas and potato skins we've had in YEARS! It'll change your expectations of what you want out of a pizza to the point you won't waste time with none of these local and national chains because flavor wise they can't compete with CLASSICS PIZZA AND SPORTS BAR. 6 stars if I could give it to em"

Pastimes Pub & Grill - New Albany

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (96) • $$

"Bottom Line Up Front: Great neighborhood sports themed pub with some good food. One of the nicest bartenders I've met in Columbus greeted me when I hit the bar- and like all good ones, she knew the On Tap menu by heart. I took her advice over my ideas and decided on a foray into the unknown for me: Shiner's Summer Shandy. A full pint of an ice cold, tangy, tart lemon beer that took me by surprise. Not my usual by any means, but I liked it.This was around 4PM on a Sunday, so the place was about 3/4 full of folks 30 and over, 1/2 the group was over 40. So if you're looking for a place to steer clear of a younger crowd and watch a game or 6 with a tall cold one- and you're near New Albany, here's a place I can recommend. + friendly staff+ parking+ good food, full menu+ food and drink specials"

Twin Peaks

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (90) • $$

"We had great service and the food was really good. They had plenty of TV's to watch sports."

JP Henry's Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.8 (71) • $$

"Huge venue and efficient service. Arrived around 7-8pm in a Saturday; seated immediately m. Our initial waiter took our drink and appetizer orders but never returned. "Ty" took over and everything went well from there. Food was delicious."