Damn, it feels so long ago, but this night, in the month of February 2023, should have been posted…read morethen! It is what it is and for what it is worth, The Cave Bar & Lounge is an EASY 5 out of 5. The environment was clean, the staff polite, the drinks fair and the whole experience phenomenal! I will be coming back, The Cave is one of the best low-key nightclubs in #columbusohio !!!

Nice cozy area. I've never been here and was interested in seeing a local DJ and decided to swing…read moreout. Nice sound to the place, I was hoping for more deeper bass, but it's was still good sound for the highs and mids. I'll definitely come back.

One of the best burgers in Columbus, and the prices are really good too…read more This is a great date spot in German Village. The service was great. The only awkard thing is its first come first serve seating rather than putting yourself on a waitlist, you just have to wait to seat yourself. But don't let that deter you, this is a fantastic spot

Club 185 is easily one of my favorite true local spots in Columbus! Located in German Village, it…read moreis so inviting, the vibes are fantastic & perfect for a casual drink or two with friends and having some delicious food too! The service is speedy & there are so many great options & even better deals! The Daily Double is my go to; $12 for two quality burgers & a side is one of the best deals I've experienced in all of Columbus; and the name is fitting, you can get this deal everyday!! The kettle chips and onion dip are perfect for sharing with the table & the pigs in the blanket are another fun app! If you haven't been, or even if you have, you need to stop by Club 185!

There are meals that satisfy, and then there are meals that define an evening. My recent birthday…read moredinner at Sidebar Columbus fell squarely -- and triumphantly -- into the latter category. From the moment we arrived, the service set the tone for what would become an unforgettable dining experience. Our server, Lacey delivered hospitality with the kind of effortless grace that can't be taught. She anticipated needs before they were spoken, guided us through the menu with confidence, and maintained a warmth that made our table feel like the only one in the room. Wine & Cocktails: A Study in Balance and Craft The wine selection was superb -- thoughtfully curated, expressive, and perfectly paired with the richness of the evening's dishes. The cocktails were equally impressive, crafted with precision and a clear respect for balance. Each sip felt intentional, layered, and celebratory. The Paella: A Showstopper But the true star of the night was the paella -- a dish so masterfully executed it deserves its own ovation. The rice was tender yet structured, infused with deep saffron warmth and kissed with just enough socarrat to make any purist smile. The seafood was impeccably fresh, each component cooked to its ideal texture. It was the kind of paella that silences a table, not out of politeness, but out of reverence. When the chef personally came out to greet us, it only reinforced what the dish had already made clear: this is a kitchen led by someone who cooks with both technique and heart. A Birthday Elevated My husband orchestrated the evening beautifully, and Sidebar rose to meet the moment with finesse. Our guests were genuinely impressed -- not just by the food, but by the seamless choreography of service, ambiance, and attention to detail. It felt less like a dinner and more like a curated celebration Final Thoughts Sidebar Columbus delivers the rare combination of exceptional cuisine, polished service, and heartfelt hospitality. The paella alone is worth crossing the city for, but the entire experience -- from Laceys attentive care to the chef's personal touch -- transforms a simple night out into something memorable. For anyone seeking a dining experience that feels both elevated and warmly personal, Sidebar stands confidently at the top.

Had a really good time at sidebar the other night. We came here before a show. And it was packed on…read morea Tuesday! They have happy hour from 4-6 pm sharp. We got the beef empanadas, shrimp ceviche, and the cilantro hummus. We got the chicken skewers too and they were very well seasoned. It was all delicious and sooo fresh wow!!! I want to come back for more

This place was suggested to me by a fellow music connoisseur. I must have arrived to early or on a…read moreoff day but there wasn't much going on.

Don't waste your time. Obnoxiously loud at 5pm. The awesome restaurant above has to deal with…read moremalicious staff blasting music at 5pm with no one to even serve. I asked if they could lower the music and the only person in there was cleaning and said no.

The food, fantastic. The service was friendly and attentive. The bartender had a heavy hand with…read morethe pour, also great. Whats not so great, the menu they provided online was significantly out of date. We are talking a price difference of 2-3 dollars per items up to a five dollar price difference on certain entrees once you're in the door. This really teeters on being classified as a bait and switch tactic per Ohio law.

Hadn't been in sometime and we decided to change that, as the venue for our pre-Bob Dylan…read moreshow/dinner/spirits. It was packed with Dylan fans. I think we got the last table. They were not well staffed and the ones that were working, were working super hard. Food was very good and delivered with a smile. Negative? Our bench seat had huge cut marks, the table and floor were not clean. And when was the last time anything was cleaned, including the bathrooms. This was a faux dive bar that has become a dive bar.

I can't complain!!! Everything here always tastes so good. Ive been eyeing the hot chicken sandwich…read morefor a long time, I'm here a lot. It was fantastic. I love that it is not saucy and it has the perfect kick to it. The Brussel sprouts were also interesting. Very good at first, then after the sandwich it just seemed too sweet. Always excellent service here I shared the sandwich with my sister and the waitress was soooo nice to cut it and serve us each our own plate.

On my way to the airport to leave town one last breakfast and the reviews for here were worth it…read more Instead of the buffet I ordered couple meals to try them out. Each was surprisingly really good. Especially the pancakes and smoothy. There was an akward part as I was eating the staff was complaining about the manager cutting hours and only staffing based off of sexual advances and discussing incidents where they argued about reporting or not. This made for an akward uncomfortable listen. Otherwise this would have been a perfect score!

Visited Our Bar last night with a group of friends. It's an easy to miss place, but one of the…read morepeople in my group knew of it and I'm glad they did. We got there around 10pm and there weren't many people so we just sat around and talked. By around 11:30pm there were more people and the dj really started going to work. The dj was great! We sang our heart out to the best of 90s and early 2000s hip hop and r&b. I mean truly sang our heart out! That's my kind of night out!

If I could give a negative star I would. Management needs to pay for security or something. People…read moreare always leaving that place with drinks in hand, kind of a free for all.