03.27.2024

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🍔 A smashing new concept

The Sexton brothers present: Sexton’s Burger Bar

The crispy edges turn a smash burger into a lace burger. | Photo by @thatsandwichdude

One year after Dave Portnoy changed the lives of local business owners by promoting their restaurant with an 8.1 Barstool Sports pizza review, Sexton’s Pizza has delivered a new concept — Sexton’s Burger Bar.

The Sexton brothers have mastered pizza in CBUS, but they are branching out with this new concept. Although there are other smash burger establishments in the area, this is a lace burger, thought to be a first-of-its-kind in Columbus.

Screenshot 2024-03-26 at 2.49.45 PM.png — City Editor Hanna interviewed Joey Sexton inside the new establishment. | Photo by CBUStoday

“It’s a smash burger, but we create lace on it,” owner Joey Sexton explained. “You smash it the meat like most people would, but then you angle your smashing tool to get the edges paper thin and very crispy so it almost sticks to the grill.”

Customers can order from three different burgers and a side of fresh-cut fries or soft-serve ice cream.

The best part? The new burger joint — 921 E. Johnstown Rd. — is only two doors down from Sexton’s Pizza in Gahanna. You can bring pizza over to the burger shop and eat a little bit of both if you can’t choose.

download - 2024-03-26T145039.547.jpeg — The burger bar is in the same complex as Sexton’s Pizza. | Photo by @thatsandwichdude

The new concept by brothers Joey and Jamey Sexton comes in partnership with their friend Stephen Jordan and former OSU football star Braxton Miller.

With the help of Miller, this will hopefully be a spot where OSU athletes feel at home. The exterior will have a patio with plans for cookouts, a TV, and opportunities for tailgates to watch OSU football games.

The interior emulates a retro diner vibe. “We felt like we wanted to put something in Gahanna that we wanted to go to,” Sexton told us.

Sexton’s Burger Bar is open Tuesday-Saturday from 4-9 p.m. and Sundays from 4-8 p.m.

Events

Wednesday, March 27

Leading Ladies Shaping Columbus Panel | Wednesday, March 27 | 12-2 p.m. | Gravity Events Center, 480 W. Broad St., Franklinton | $5 | Listen to panelists like Amy Taylor, Columbus Development Director and Emily Smith, Intel Community Relations Director.
DateColumbus Singles Event | Wednesday, March 27 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Rye River Social, 955 W. 5th Ave., Columbus | $20 | Meet 200+ singles, and enjoy games and icebreakers.

Thursday, March 28

Buds, Boutiques, and Bubbles | Thursday, March 28 | 6-8 p.m. | The Fable Collection, 171 N. High St., Gahanna | $55 | Learn about floral design and spring styles while sipping wine.
Easter Bunny Cake Decorating | Thursday, March 28 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Our CupCakery, 54 S. High St., Dublin | $69-$79 | Decorate an Easter Bunny cake with all ingredients and tools provided.

Friday, March 29

Orange Soda: 2000s HipHop and R&B Dance Party | Friday, March 29 | 10 p.m.-2:30 a.m. | The Kee, 225 Neilston St., Downtown | $5-$50 | Get ready to dance to 2000s hits with local DJs at this 21+ dance party.
Fall Out Boy | Friday, March 29 | 6:30 p.m. | Schottenstein Center, 555 Borror Dr., Campus | $45-$155 | It’s going down, down with this Grammy-nominated rock band concert.

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News Notes

Opening

Shawnee Station Taproom & Kitchen, a new concept from Maumee Bay Brewing Co., is opening at 6058 Glick Rd. in Powell on Thursday, April 4. The taproom and restaurant will have Maumee Brewing beers, cocktails, and full-service brunch on the weekend. (614now)

Concert

Jhené Aiko, a six-time Grammy nominated R&B artist, is coming to Nationwide Arena on Thursday, Aug. 22. Tickets go on sale Friday, March 29 at 10 a.m.

Kids

“Eggs, Paws and Claws” is back at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium on Friday, March 29 and Saturday, March 30. Bring the kids to meet the Easter Bunny, go on an egg hunt, and explore the Zoo at this family-friendly event.

Biz

Jeni Britton, the Columbus native behind the iconic Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams, is starting a new business venture. Britton is launching Floura Bars, which are prebiotic-packed fruit bars. Her concept was shared on Kickstarter, an online site aimed at bringing creative ideas to fruition.

Real Estate

Would you stay at a Dublin Airbnb for $11,694 a night? As the second most expensive Airbnb in the state per BestBrokers, you can enjoy a six-bedroom, eight-bathroom home. Check out other pricey rentals in the state.

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Sports

Wondering about the best draft options for the Browns? Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the Cleveland Browns with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.

Try This

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Travel

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Sports

🎤 Gene Smith on the mic

Gene Smith nears the end of his 18-year tenure with OSU

“There have been so many great memories,” said Gene Smith. | Photo by CBUStoday

As the Ohio State women’s basketball team battled in the NCAA Tournament, OSU athletic director Gene Smith was in attendance, soaking in some of his final games as the AD.

We pulled Smith aside to chat about his 18-year run coming to a close.

“I’ve enjoyed just being around the athletes and watching them grow and develop,” Smith said. “That’s been my greatest joy, seeing them emerge.”

Smith told us he is looking forward to spending quality time with his four children, eight grandchildren, and wife Sheila after retirement from the “all-consuming” job.

Ross Bjork, who will take over in July, was also in attendance at the games. The duo ducked out early to catch a flight to the NCAA women’s ice hockey championship.

Now that we’ve talked with Smith, next on our list is an interview with Bjork. What do you want to know from him?

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The Buy

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New denim on Nordstrom Rack. We’re seeing great finds in women’s jeans from Joe’s, Good American, and Lucky Brand, all perfect for a spring refresh.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Hanna

From the editor

I attended the Clippers open practice last night, and it got me excited for the upcoming season. If you’re like me and can’t wait for the Clip Show — stay tuned. A season preview is coming to your inboxes soon.

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