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Service Bar, Columbus, OH

Service Bar

4.7
4.7
652 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 10 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
Humbly innovative. Fueled by a passion to draw deeper connections between food and spirits, Service Bar delivers an experience that is refreshingly innovative, much of that due to carefully placed hints of nostalgic flavors and techniques. Housed in Middle West Spirits, one of Ohio’s first craft distilleries, the stunning main dining room is both intimate in size and lively in energy.

Full dinner service is available first-come first-serve at the main bar, and by reservation at a variety of smaller individual tables that accommodate 2-6 guests.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Comfort Food, Distillery
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (614) 947-1231
  • Website
    https://middlewestspirits.com/servicebar/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    James Tuckey
  • Private party facilities
    Service Bar has a Private Distiller's Room that may be booked for up to 14 guests. Please contact servicebar@middlewestspirits.com for more information, or call (614) 947-1231.
  • Location
    1230 Courtland Ave, Columbus, OH 43201
  • Area
    Short North - Arena District
  • Cross Street
    E 5th Ave
  • Parking details
    Customers visiting Middle West Spirits may park their cars in a shared off-street parking-lot adjacent to the main distillery. Parking is free of charge for customers and offered on a space available basis.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 652 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Columbus

    Good for groups

  • Columbus

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Columbus

    Lively

  • Columbus

    Contemporary American

  • Columbus

    Good for groups

  • Columbus

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Columbus

    Lively

  • Columbus

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Service Bar offers a unique dining experience in Columbus with "amazing" small plates and standout cocktails. Guests admire the "outstanding" service and "exceptional" ambience. The menu features flavorful dishes, with highlights like pork cheeks and Cornish hen. Though some found it pricey, the quality and creativity of food and drinks impress many.

652 Reviews

  1. Thomas

    VIP

    Columbus

    120 reviews

    5.0

    120 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service were excellent. It's a small establishment, but it has a very cozy atmosphere.

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  2. Todd

    Columbus

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I really enjoyed the food and drinks and the ambience. The duck fat fries with homemade ketchup were really good. The Tuscan Braised Pork Cheeks were delicious.
    Service BarResponded on 11 January 2025
    Thanks Todd! We're thrilled to hear you and your wife had a wonderful evening with us. It was our pleasure and we hope to have you back in soon!

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  3. Alexander

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was great food delicious will definitely be back

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  4. Audrey

    VIP

    Columbus

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We tried every small plate on the menu and the classic pizza- it was AMAZING. Everything had such great flavor and presentation and was different from anywhere in Columbus. Already thinking about when we can come back!
    Service BarResponded on 7 January 2025
    Hi Audrey, Thanks so much for your kind words. We are so glad you enjoyed your experience with us. We can't wait to have you back!

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  5. Thomas

    VIP

    Columbus

    120 reviews

    5.0

    120 reviews

    Dined on 29 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was very good, and the service was outstanding. The specials were excellent options.

    1 person found this helpful

  6. Chrystal

    Columbus

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 27 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had 6 people in our party and they all loved the food and the cocktail they ordered. We also had 2 of the small plates, which were both delicious. Our service was also top notch. The restaurant wasn't very crowded, which was surprising since it was such a good restaurant. We will definitely be back.

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  7. BillN

    Columbus

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 5 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was very good. Pork cheeks were tender, burgers were good & seasonal pizza was interesting in a good way

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Columbus

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was really good -Shay was excellent. All the food was good. Great bar and ambiance. Will definitely be back

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  9. Adam

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Surprisingly good food, but the cocktails are where Service Bar really shines.

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  10. jewels30

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was flavorful and very reasonably priced. Take the tour before dinner!
    Service BarResponded on 15 October 2024
    Thank you so much for your kind review! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us. It means a lot to know our hospitality made a positive impression. We strive to create memorable experiences and your feedback encourages us to keep doing what we do. We hope to have you back soon!

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FAQs

Service Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 652 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 10 times today
Google Map for Service Bar

1230 Courtland Ave, Columbus, OH 43201

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    E 5th Ave
  • Area
    Short North - Arena District
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Comfort Food, Distillery
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Customers visiting Middle West Spirits may park their cars in a shared off-street parking-lot adjacent to the main distillery. Parking is free of charge for customers and offered on a space available basis.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    James Tuckey
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://middlewestspirits.com/servicebar/
  • Phone number
    (614) 947-1231
  • Private party facilities
    Service Bar has a Private Distiller's Room that may be booked for up to 14 guests. Please contact servicebar@middlewestspirits.com for more information, or call (614) 947-1231.

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