For our glass half full kinda people, happy hours in Columbus are where it’s at. Whether you’re looking to try out a new spot on the cheap or get together to decompress after work, these discounts on beer, wine, cocktails, and appetizers will turn that frown upside down.
Here are 25 places across five CBUS suburbs with amazing drink specials.
Short North
Forno Kitchen + Bar | Monday-Friday, 4-6 p.m. | Find half-priced draft beer, cocktails, wine by the glass, pizzas, shared items, and bar snacks. Hanna’s go-to happy hour order is the pepperoni pizza and kiwi mule.
Marcella’s Short North | Monday-Friday, 4-6 p.m. | Indulge in the half-priced pizzas, appetizers, soups, and salads + half-off sangria by the glass, cocktails, beer, and wine pours up to $9.
Arch City Tavern | Monday-Friday, 3-6 p.m. | Take in views of High Street with $9 pizzas, half-off drafts, and $6 wine by the glass.
The Pearl | Monday-Friday, 4-6 p.m. | Sip on half-off cocktails, wines, beers, and spirits at this Cameron Mitchell Restaurants gastropub.
The intimate scene and Third and Hollywood makes for a great date night. | Photo by @thirdandhollywood
Grandview
Grandview Cafe | Monday-Friday, 2-6 p.m. | Sip on $5 draft beers + select spirits and wines. Daily specials are also available, including $10 wings on Mondays and $8 burgers on Tuesdays.
Rye River Social | Tuesday-Friday, 4-6 p.m. | All small plates are 25% off, and featured cocktails, beer, and wine are $2 off.
Third & Hollywood | Monday-Friday, 4:30-6 p.m. | Stop in for $3 off all drinks and starters. Hanna recommends the strawberry basil mojito for a perfect sip of summer.
The Rail – Grandview | Monday-Friday, 3-6 p.m. | Appetizers and drinks are all $6, ranging from pretzel bites and buffalo chicken dip to mules and house wines.
Order refreshing cocktails on the patio at Tucci’s — 35 N. High St. | Photo by @tuccisdublin
Dublin
Tucci’s | Monday-Friday, 3-6 p.m. | Draft beers, signature cocktails, and glasses of wine are discounted by $2. The hummus + dip duo are also $7 each.
Mezzo | Sunday-Friday, 4-6 p.m. | The deals include $12 bottles of house wine, $5 glasses of wine, $7 well cocktails, and $1 off all beers and ciders.
Napa Kitchen + Bar | Sunday-Friday, 3-7 p.m. + Saturday, 11 a.m-5 p.m. | Order discounted small plates and $6 select wines and liquors. Bottles of wine are half off on Tuesdays.
Z Cucina | Monday-Friday, 5-7 p.m. + Saturday, 5-6 p.m. | Choose from a long list of discounted drinks and appetizers at the Italian eatery. Deals are available at the bar only.
South Village Grille is located at 197 Thurman Ave. | Photo by @southvillagegrille
German Village
Lindey’s | Monday-Friday, 4-6 p.m. | The happy hour menu is 50% off at the bar and cocktail tables. Pro tip: Hanna recommends grabbing a discounted drink at the bar before dining on the scenic patio.
Alpine Restaurant & Bar | Monday-Friday, 5-6 p.m. | The half-liter German drafts are only $6, including Bitburger and Gaffel Kölsch.
South Village Grille | Monday-Friday, 3-6 p.m. +
Saturday-Sunday, 3-5 p.m. | Small plates are discounted, select wines are $6, and cocktails are $8.
You can’t beat a good sushi deal at Hudson 29 — 1600 W. Lane Ave. | Photo by @hudson29upperarlington
Upper Arlington
Hudson 29 Upper Arlington | Monday-Friday, 4-6 p.m. + Saturday-Sunday, 3-5 p.m. | Enjoy $8 select glasses of wine and cocktails + discounts on appetizers like select sushi rolls and the pepperoni flatbread.
Houlihan’s Restaurant + Bar | Monday-Friday, 3-6 p.m. + Saturday-Sunday, 1-4 p.m. | Cocktails start at $5, and light bites like pork dumplings are $7.
The Wine Bistro | Monday-Friday, 3-6 p.m. + Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Wine, beer, mixed drinks, and small plates — like half-sized flatbreads and the braised veal meatball — are all discounted.
SŌW Plated | Monday-Friday, 5-7 p.m. | Happy hour at the bar features $5 house wines, $6 cold-pressed cocktails, and $7 select appetizers. Hanna recommends this spot if you’re looking for a healthier night out.
Looking for craft beers from Kraft House? Head to 5 Liberty St. | Photo by @krafthouseno5
Powell
Liberty Tavern | Monday-Friday, 4-6 p.m. | Appetizers, house wines, signature drafts, and seasonal cocktails are all $2 off.
Koble Grill | Monday-Friday, 2-6 p.m. + Saturday, 2-4 p.m. | Domestic beers are only $2, well drinks are $3, and house wines are $4.
Kraft House No. 5 | Tuesday-Friday, 4-7 p.m. + Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | All craft beers on draft are half-off and classic cocktails are $6.
Local Roots | Daily from 3-6 p.m. | Try half-priced apps like the salsa trio or pretzel rolls (which are heavenly), or stick to drink deals with $7 cocktails and $4 house wines.
High Bank Distillery Co. has locations in both Grandview and Gahanna. | Photo by @highbankco_
Gahanna
The Barn at Rocky Fork Creek | Monday-Friday, 4-6 p.m. | Draft beers are $5, whiskey sidecars are $6, and select signature cocktails are $8.
High Bank Distillery Co. | Monday-Friday, 3-6 p.m. | All cocktails and spirits are half-off, shareables are $2 off, and draft beers and glasses of wine are $1 off. Hanna, here. You have to try to the Rosé Cooler... thank me later.
Host at home
Shop our favorite happy hour essentials to host friends for a drink at your place:
- Craft delicious drinks at home with syrups and mixers made from fresh ingredients.
- No clue how to put together a charcuterie board for your next event? No worries, here’s a helpful road map that you can use for everyday hosting!
- Try these alcohol-free sparkling beverages available in six organic flavors and made with nourishing, regenerative ingredients that help you tap into your inner power.
- The Elevated Craft Cocktail Shaker promises no more leaks and has a built-in measuring system.
- This set of six colored wine glasses reminds us of Estelle stemware — only more affordable.
- Pair your colorful wine glasses with a colorful decanter that’s an Anthropologie best-seller.
- Keep wine and champagne cold in a marble wine chiller.
- An electric wine opener makes opening bottles smooth and stress-free.
- Don’t forget the best drinkware made by small, local businesses — we’re big fans of the Pirani Life tumbler, an eco-friendly version of a Solo Cup, and these Kanga Coolers koozies that keep drinks cold.
