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We believe the simple joy of sharing a meal is worth celebrating. Ours are dishes based on familiar Midwestern favorites, built with carefully placed hints of nostalgic flavors and techniques. Raise a glass to lively spirits and spirited company. And let them know it’s proudly from the Middle West.
Spacious distillery/bar for shareables & house spirits with a hip, upscale vibe plus a patio.
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Address: 1230 Courtland Ave, Columbus, OH 43201
Phone: (614) 947-1231
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Nice place, and nice service.
Service was on the slow side but only because of limited staffing. $41 fish plate was tastey but extremely small, so were drinks. Honestly I spent over a hundred bucks with a tip but left very hungry.
The fish was served on a comically large plate that enhances the small portion, but the flavor profile of the fish was very good – I like the tanginess of the sauce and it had a lot of seasoning. Filet was cooked well, and although the dish was on the oiley side it was very tastey. It came with pickled onions which were good. Probably wouldn’t buy again though at 41 bucks.
The pizza was much better value at 15 bucks for the food. Yes it was still small, but the quality of crust waa good and fellow diner recommended.
For the price, I’d say it was alright.
… moreService was on the slow side but only because of limited staffing. $41 fish plate was tastey but extremely small, so were drinks. Honestly I spent over a hundred bucks with a tip but left very hungry.
The fish was served on a comically large plate that enhances the small portion, but the flavor profile of the fish was very good – I like the tanginess of the sauce and it had a lot of seasoning. Filet was cooked well, and although the dish was on the oiley side it was very tastey. It came with pickled onions which were good. Probably wouldn’t buy again though at 41 bucks.
The pizza was much better value at 15 bucks for the food. Yes it was still small, but the quality of crust waa good and fellow diner recommended.
For the price, I’d say it was alright.
Jordan Colbert
We were looking for a special dinner that would accommodate our group. First of all, the drinks were phenomenal and innovative. Kudos to the chef for curating a vegan dish that was truly unique and incredibly delicious. Also, the service was above and beyond! David, Cassidy and Grace were all super accommodating and kind. Everyone in Columbus – this place is so worth the visit! Don’t miss out
P.S. – the Oaxacan 75 is one of the most well-rounded cocktails I’ve ever had! Couldn’t recommend it more!
… moreP.S. – the Oaxacan 75 is one of the most well-rounded cocktails I’ve ever had! Couldn’t recommend it more!
Adam Holliday
I hesitate to leave a review here as I’d much prefer to keep Service Bar off the radar for my own benefit. Service and ambiance were both fantastic. The food was surprisingly good compared to other restaurants attached to distilleries or breweries.
I am not exactly a cocktail aficionado, but I would not consider myself an amateur whiskey drinker. The cocktails here are unbelievable. We ordered two of the more interesting concoctions on the menus, expecting them to be akin to what you put on pancakes. They were anything but. Spirit focused, thoughtfully crafted, and addicting.
Don’t pass on Service Bar. Scratch that. Don’t go. You won’t like it. Best to stay away.
… moreI am not exactly a cocktail aficionado, but I would not consider myself an amateur whiskey drinker. The cocktails here are unbelievable. We ordered two of the more interesting concoctions on the menus, expecting them to be akin to what you put on pancakes. They were anything but. Spirit focused, thoughtfully crafted, and addicting.
Don’t pass on Service Bar. Scratch that. Don’t go. You won’t like it. Best to stay away.
Laura Fields
Lots to say about this dining experience, overall it was good.
The good:
-The atmosphere was nice, good lighting and okay space between the tables. Nice decor and accents.
-Our drinks were very good and the perfect strength, well balanced, nice aesthetic.
-The whipped cream on creme brulee was perfectly sweetened.
-The Caesar salad dressing is some of the best I’ve ever had and the cheese is so fresh.
The bad:
-The marrow appetizer was overpriced for what it was, we (maybe) got 1.5 tablespoons out of both bones combined. They were prepared well and the sourdough was very good and charred perfectly.
-We asked to share a Caesar salad, the kitchen did not plate it onto 2 plates. We were given the dish and had to wait for plates.
-Not bad, but surprised to receive regular heinz ketchup with the duck fat fries, anticipated something housemade.
-Shocked to hear our server did not know what an Irish coffee was, and never gave us an answer if we could order one or not.
-My pappardelle pasta was so salty I almost sent it back, the size and texture of the noodles was great.
-My spouse’s mussels seemed over cooked but everything else was fine he said.
What should be fixed:
-The front of house is undeniably understaffed, we saw 2 servers the entire time we were there on a Friday night. The bartender and 2 other support staff were there helping to run food and clear our table.
-Retraining the FOH staff is a must…examples missing from our service include; replacing silver ware when you take dirty ones from the table (we went without a few utensils), boxing up food away from the table should be standard practice for a restaurant of this caliber, checking in on the meal at least twice (we were only checked on once we were done eating).
All-in-all I will go back, but it seems like a 50-50 experience, some stuff is good and some stuff is bad and it’s a mix of the food and service. For $141 before tip, it’s overpriced for what it is right now. Small, consistent improvements will make this place worth it.
… moreThe good:
-The atmosphere was nice, good lighting and okay space between the tables. Nice decor and accents.
-Our drinks were very good and the perfect strength, well balanced, nice aesthetic.
-The whipped cream on creme brulee was perfectly sweetened.
-The Caesar salad dressing is some of the best I’ve ever had and the cheese is so fresh.
The bad:
-The marrow appetizer was overpriced for what it was, we (maybe) got 1.5 tablespoons out of both bones combined. They were prepared well and the sourdough was very good and charred perfectly.
-We asked to share a Caesar salad, the kitchen did not plate it onto 2 plates. We were given the dish and had to wait for plates.
-Not bad, but surprised to receive regular heinz ketchup with the duck fat fries, anticipated something housemade.
-Shocked to hear our server did not know what an Irish coffee was, and never gave us an answer if we could order one or not.
-My pappardelle pasta was so salty I almost sent it back, the size and texture of the noodles was great.
-My spouse’s mussels seemed over cooked but everything else was fine he said.
What should be fixed:
-The front of house is undeniably understaffed, we saw 2 servers the entire time we were there on a Friday night. The bartender and 2 other support staff were there helping to run food and clear our table.
-Retraining the FOH staff is a must…examples missing from our service include; replacing silver ware when you take dirty ones from the table (we went without a few utensils), boxing up food away from the table should be standard practice for a restaurant of this caliber, checking in on the meal at least twice (we were only checked on once we were done eating).
All-in-all I will go back, but it seems like a 50-50 experience, some stuff is good and some stuff is bad and it’s a mix of the food and service. For $141 before tip, it’s overpriced for what it is right now. Small, consistent improvements will make this place worth it.
Cayla Geller
Creative and delicious menu! Had the pork chop, the salmon, the hanger steak and stuffed quail for our meals. Appetizers were the fries and confit wings. Drinks were amazing too!
… moreJeremy Dybdahl
We had an excellent meal and drinks at the beautiful bar. The pork cheek gnocchi is insanely good. It was one of the best bites of food I’ve had in recent memory. There was a perfect amount of heat as well as beautiful warming spices, and the cheek was so tender it fell apart when you touch it with the fork. The Rachel was also very good, and the kimchi played well with the other big flavors on the sandwich, while leaving a lingering heat that was very pleasant against the very savory smoked meat. While the communal seating may not be ideal for some, I think it is nice to be able to see and share the dining experience with those around you, and discuss the very inventive food and beverage. This place is definitely worth the price, and we will be back for more.
… moreTim Baker
I had a fantastic dinner with my wife tonight at Service Bar, in celebration of our eighth wedding anniversary. Our server, Andy, was excellent and proved invaluable in helping us decide, since there were several vegan options available on the menu. Our cocktails and appetizers came out very fast, and were incredible – the wonton and brassica dishes both featured beautiful plating and intense flavors, complimenting the ‘Blood Sugar Magic’ and ‘Rosé Petal’ beverages selected for our first round. For main courses we chose the Black Pepper Seitan and Panang Curry, which again arrived at the perfect moment and continued the meal without making us feel rushed. A second round of cocktails followed, with a ‘Courtlandia’ for me, and my wife selecting ‘Rosemary’s Daisy’. Dessert arrived again at seemingly the precise time it was meant to; a vegan ‘Buckeye’ that mystified our senses with its chocolate-peanut-maple flavors and textures leaving us dazzled.
10/10, would dine at Service Bar again. Slightly pricey if you take a tour of the entire menu like we did, but absolutely worth the experience!
… more10/10, would dine at Service Bar again. Slightly pricey if you take a tour of the entire menu like we did, but absolutely worth the experience!
Skyler S.
This was a gem I randomly came across and we went on a whim and absolutely loved it!
The wings were hands down some of the best wings I’ve had in the entire city. Top notch! I’ll be returning just for this.
The porkchop was to delicious but the carbonara fell flat for us a little bit. The noodles were more of a matted ball than anything so we were cutting into it like it was a piece of meat, but the flavor was tasty! Just a texture thing.
The cocktails were all fabulous. We’ll likely come back for snacks and drinks for sure.
Keep it up, service bar! We loved you!
… moreThe wings were hands down some of the best wings I’ve had in the entire city. Top notch! I’ll be returning just for this.
The porkchop was to delicious but the carbonara fell flat for us a little bit. The noodles were more of a matted ball than anything so we were cutting into it like it was a piece of meat, but the flavor was tasty! Just a texture thing.
The cocktails were all fabulous. We’ll likely come back for snacks and drinks for sure.
Keep it up, service bar! We loved you!
Sammi Williams
Took my mother here for Mothers Day dinner since waffles aren’t her thing and was very disappointed. Hoping for a unique cocktail experience and cuisine, we were met with odd cocktail combinations and food that just didn’t sit well on the plate together. The menu was limited and not versatile. For the price point we wouldn’t return. Our server was great but their vodka had a very strong smell almost reminiscent of my college days.
… moreWhitney “Winny” Prince
Amazing food and cocktails! Fast and attentive service. We loved Che Guava and Deez Nuts to drink, and the crispy ribs were to die for. Lamb dumplings were spicier than expected! We’ll be back.
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