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High Bank Distillery Co. to open third Columbus location

The new location will be in a renovated post office building. | Rendering via WSA Studio

A year ago today, we shared the news on High Bank Distillery Co.'s Gahanna location, and now we’re back with details on its third location in the works.

📍The location

This new restaurant is planned for 28 South State St. in Uptown Westerville, the Columbus suburb where it’s said that Prohibition began. The carefully planned location will tap into the 1900s theme.

“We are renovating the old Post Office building into two entirely new spaces,” said Adam Hines, co-founder + master distiller for High Bank, in a press release. “Actual Prohibition, anti-saloon league propaganda was mailed out from this building, which is amazing to me.”

Westerville+Basement+2.jpg — The speakeasy will offer a different experience and atmosphere than other High Bank locations. | Rendering via ROWE Creative Union

🍽️ The amenities

The $2.7 million restaurant is planned to open in spring 2024 and the 3,600-sqft space will feature:

A full-service restaurant and bar
Two patios
A retail store
A 2,000+ sqft underground speakeasy with its own cocktail menu and light bites
An outdoor DORA window
Interior industrial aesthetic
Exterior crown-molding and original brickwork

Events

Thursday, May 18

Cocktails at the Conservatory – Hop into Summer | Thursday, May 18 | 5:30-9:30 p.m. | Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, 1777 E. Broad St., Columbus | $25-$30 | Enjoy lawn games, live music, and food trucks while sipping a beer or cocktail.

Friday, May 19

Tortilla Street Food | Friday, May 19 | 11 a.m.-6 p.m. | Columbus Commons, 160 S. High St., Columbus | Cost of purchase | Grab a bite from the local food truck and eat in the green space from 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Happy Hour w/ The Wood Pickers | Friday, May 19 | 6 p.m. | Woodlands Tavern, 1200 W. Third Ave., Columbus | Free | Listen to the soft sounds of this local five-man bluegrass band.

Saturday, May 20

Modo Yoga in the Beer Garden | Saturday, May 20 | 9:45-11 a.m. | Land-Grant Brewing Co., 424 W. Town St., Franklinton | $20 | Entry includes a yoga class and beer + registration is required.
Pop-up Pickers Club | Saturday, May 20 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Franklin Street Creative, 5286 Franklin St., Hilliard | Free | Shop vintage clothes and handmade goods from 40+ vendors in a DORA.

Sunday, May 21

Columbus Clippers vs St. Paul Saints | Sunday, May 21 | 1:05 p.m. | Huntington Park, 330 Huntington Park Ln., Arena District | $8-$21 | Enjoy a family fun run on the bases after the game.

100+ more events

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News Notes

Development

COTA received approval to buy nearly 10 acres of land to build the Rickenbacker Area Mobility Center. The center will be “the meeting point for COTA routes with transit coming from Pickaway and Fairfield counties” and should be complete in 2025. (Columbus Business First)

Drink

Land-Grant Brewing Co. will be offering a limited-time Splendid Strawberry Rhubarb Ale at Strawberry Jam on Saturday, May 26-Sunday, May 27. The beer will complement Jeni’s Strawberry Buttermilk ice cream at the festival.

Community

The Columbus Zoo is hosting Ohio State Day on Saturday, June 3 with discounted tickets, free parking, and a catered lunch. The day will also feature special OSU performances, and early access to the Heart of Africa, North America, and Polar Frontier regions. Registration is required.
Franklin Park Conservatory will unveil its Garden Safari with 30+ animal topiaries on Saturday, June 3. The exhibit will run through Sunday, Sept. 10 + you can catch a sneak peak here.

Try This

Destination Hilliard created experience passes for locals to win prizes by checking in at different parks and playgrounds in the city. There are 25+ participating locations, including Scioto Run Nature Trail and Hilliard Family Aquatic Center.

Answered

We asked about your favorite Columbus-style pizza spots, and we have loved reading through your answers. Readers Jill, Michael, and Steven all agreed that Rubino’s is their favorite, while reader Jay prefers The Pizza House and Plank’s.

Shop

Life hack: Order your paper towels online and avoid trekking home a giant pack from the store. This Bounty eight-pack is a best seller, or try the Amazon Basics 12-pack.*

Eat

🍳 An egg-cellent way to start the day

40 great brunch places in Columbus

Sip on a local coffee with your Brekkie Shack burrito. | Photo via @brekkieshack

The High Bank news has us thinking of brunch, so we’re sharing 35 brunch spots along with menu recs, pro tips, and an interactive map to track ‘em.

Hours listed are when brunch menus are available, while price estimates are based on general entrees, and don’t include drinks, tax, or tip.

$ ~ $20 or less per person
$$ ~ $20-40 per person
$$$ ~ $40+ per person

Weekday wonders

Hangover Easy, Multiple locations | Hours vary by location | Diner | $ | This restaurant lives by the motto of “breakfast cures all.” The egg-forward menu includes favorites like the Western Omelette and Frog Eyes (don’t worry, no frogs are actually included in this dish).

Pastry paradises

Belle’s Bread, 1168 Kenny Centre Mall | Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. + Sunday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. | Bakery | $ | Start your day off with a fruit smoothie and build-your-own crepes or try this Japanese and French-inspired bakery’s kashi pan (sweet bread).

33 more brunch spots

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
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From the editor

Happy Thursday, Columbus. I have to share my newest fitness obsession with you all — HOTWORX. All the classes are led virtually in private infrared saunas + you feel so great when you leave. I go to the Grandview studio but there are also locations in Dublin, Powell, New Albany, and Polaris.

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