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Quick StatsUseful Resources for Nightlife
- U Weekly, the school newspaper, usually advertises about the nightlife specials.
Student Favorites
- Lodge Bar (on Thursdays and weekends)
- O Patio
- Out-R-Inn (on Mondays)
- Sugar Bar
- Too's (on Tuesdays)
Primary Areas with Nightlife
- Brewery District
- Downtown Columbus
Favorite Drinking Games
- Baseball
- Beer Pong
- F*ck the Dealer
- Flip Cup
- Kings
- Landmines
- Power Hour
Cheapest Place to Get a Drink
Larry’s
College Prowler Take
The demolition of the South Campus bars by Campus Partners, a University-affiliated non-profit civic association in 2002 has really hindered the “Animal House” appeal of the area. This should change when their urban revitalization project is completed, however. The only bars and small clubs which are left around the campus can be found on the North Side. Many students frequent local bars such as Four Kegs and Red Zone. Because of the diminished scene, those who frequent these clubs and bars are a little more united. Larry’s, a bar that recently celebrated it 70th anniversary, enjoys a devoted following, as well. The main attraction, as far as clubs and bars are concerned, resides in downtown Columbus. The Brewery District, along with various other clubs, has transformed downtown into a perennial hotspot. This area is mostly 21 and up, however, which makes it off-limits for a lot of students at OSU. If you’re underage or can’t make it downtown, your best bet is a house party off campus for drinks and dancing. The club scene is definitely not big on weekends. Follow the loud noise and packs of freshmen traveling together, and you’re likely to run across at least one or two big parties. Students Speak Out
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dramachick25 says: Social Sciences  |
The best bars are the O Patio, aka...
The best bars are the O Patio, aka Fratio. Located on 15th and High, it's awesome for day drinking, night drinking, or really any kind of drinking to hang out with your friends. Other favorites are Bento Go Go and Cazuela's---best margaritas in the city. Overall, the nightlife here is awesome because there is something for anyone who wants to party.
Nightlife: July 18, 2009
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BuckeyeGirl says: Ohio State University 2016 Communication and Journalism |
If you're underage, your best bet...
If you're underage, your best bet is an off-campus party. Occasionally a group of friends and I will get together and drink in the dorm, but it usually sucks because you have to hide the booze every time someone knocks on the door. And of course there is always the threat of getting caught by the RAs doing rounds. So to summarize, just go off campus somewhere.
Nightlife: April 27, 2009
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Anonymous says: |
The Brewery District in Downtown...
The Brewery District in Downtown Columbus has a massive selection of bars that really appeals to anyone who is 21 and older. |
Anonymous says: |
What happened to the South Campus...
What happened to the South Campus bars? They’re all gone now, because of that vile Campus Partners thing; just thinking about it gets me so mad! |
Anonymous says: |
The parties are generally really...
The parties are generally really big and really loud, and alcohol is more abundant than water. I can’t tell you about bars and clubs, though, because those places bore me. |
FactsClub Crawler
Having so many clubs so close to a college campus means that they get much more packed than a regular town’s clubs. College students mainly fill them, but there is also a handful of non-students, too. Most places are 21 and up only. This excludes a lot of minors from even entering the bar let alone get served a drink.
Bar Prowler
The Brewery District in downtown Columbus is overrun by bars. The Gateway project on South Campus promises to bring new nightlife to the area, if and when it is ever completed.
Organization Parties
Individual organizations have get-togethers at different times during the year. If you’re interested, check out one of the meetings.
Club Listings
The best hip hop club in Columbus, Red Zone is popular because of its comfortable lounge seating and its jam-packed dance floors. Red Zone features three different dance floors/lounges, with appearances made by internationally-known DJs. This club is for the young, sophisticated, fabulous crowd.
Bar Listings
A good bar, but not as popular as others. Callahan's 520 Park St. (614) 223-1200
A hidden treasure with great deals. The Bier Stube 1479 N. High St. (614) 299-5467
A less popular, but very chill, hangout spot. Library Bar 2169 N. High St. (614) 299-3245
A little far from campus, but a fun country bar with square dancing. Popular on Thursdays. Nyoh's Buckeye Bar & Grill 2871 Olentangy River Rd. (614) 261-1970
An Irish pub, similar to Out-R-Inn. Outdoor tables. Lucky's Stout House 1475 N. High St. (614) 299-5825
An upscale luxury bar with a dance floor.
An upscale, ski lodge-themed, and extremely popular bar. The Lodge Bar Columbus 165 Vine St. (614) 221-2824
By far the most popular bar on campus, it can be packed almost any night of the week. Greek central. The O Patio & Pub 12 E. 15th Ave. (614) 298-8000
Football players' bar. The Little Bar 2195 N. High St. (614) 291-8887
Indie rock started here—no, not exactly, but Beck did play here back in the day. Students come here in the daytime for coffee and bagels, and come back at night for live local bands, as well as nationally touring bands seven days a week. The Distillery/Bernie’s Bagels 1896 N. High St. (614) 291-3448
Mexican restaurant in Gateway with a bar. Great for drinking and dinner. Mad Mex 1542 N. High St. (614) 586-4007
Newly renamed (formerly Larry's). Very chill place with pool tables and darts. Sloppy Donkey 2400 N. High St. (614) 297-5000
Nice bar and club with an older crowd. Bar Louie 504 N. Park St. (614) 220-0900
Nice bar with a pool room.
One of the 3 popular Gateway bars. It gets ridiculously packed on Wednesdays. McFadden's 1576 N. High St. (614) 294-2200
One of the most popular bars in Gateway. Trendy and creative. Ugly Tuna Saloona 1546 N. High St. (614) 297-8862
One of the only places to get some grub after midnight, Blue Danube is a popular hang out for OSU students, and it would be a rare night to go here without knowing a handful of people. What we love most about the “Dube” is that it’s cheap, and it gives us what we want: beer and finger foods. Hipsters and jocks alike will agree that this is the place to be—music preferences aside. Blue Danube 2439 N. High St. (614) 261-9308
Only blocks from Ohio Stadium and Value City Arena, sports fans flock here, especially to root the Buckeyes on. This bar has two outdoor patios, four dart boards, six pool tables, a few basketball games, and $1 drafts on Sundays. Out-R-Inn 20 E. Frambes Ave. (614) 294-9259
Small outdoor bar opened by Greek fastfood joint Apollo's. Dionysus (Apollo's) 2608 N. High St. (614) 294-4006
Sports bar. Great for themed gatherings and sports games. Thirsty I 300 W. Lane Ave. (614) 424-6718
This bar is farther north, but the karaoke, dancing, and great deals attract people. Sloopy's 2619 N. High St. (614) 263-9650
Too's on Tuesdays is the day to go! Too's 1880 N. High St. (614) 299-2962
Wondering where you will be pre- and post-gaming on Ohio State game nights? Uh, that’ll be the Varsity Club. Forget who you’re rooting for? No worries, because the place is packed with OSU memorabilia. Varsity Club 278 W. Lane Ave. (614) 299-6269
What to Do if You're Not 21
My suggestion for those that are not 21: Turn 21! The bar scene is popular, and the only alternatives are to go to house parties or to try and get into a fraternity party. On certain days of the week, bars will have 18-and-up nights for those that are not of age. Many freshman and sophomores who are not of age like to attend house parties.
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