Bristol Republic

Name: Bristol Republic
Address: 1124 N High St, Columbus, OH, United States, 43201
Telephone: (614) 929-5847
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

496 Reviews

$30 and under

Barbecue

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Welcome to Bristol Republic!
Nestled in the heart of the Short North, Bristol Republic is a locally owned, Nashville inspired bar and restaurant serving up competition quality BBQ smoked in-house daily, ice cold craft beer, over 150 rare Bourbon and Whiskeys from well-known and independent distilleries across the country and live music (Friday & Saturday)! We are open Thursday-Sunday. Join us Saturday & Sunday mornings from 10am-3pm for our famous Southern Brunch! Menus can be found at our website.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 5, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(614) 929-5847

Other options

Order online

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Barbecue, American, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–2:30 am Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Thu, Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(614) 929-5847
Website
http://www.bristolrepublic.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Hey Ya’ll We love being your go-to spot in the short north for Southern Brunch, BBQ & live music. We accept reservations for up to 10 guests until 8pm via our website, OpenTable, or Instagram. For groups of 10+ please make requests via BristolRepublic.com After 8pm we offer walk-up seating only. If you and your party would like guaranteed seating after 8pm we require a prepaid food and beverage minimum (starting at $300). Make your reservation by clicking the “plan your party” tab on our website.

Location
1124 N High St, Columbus, OH 43201
Neighborhood
Columbus
Cross street
W 4th Ave
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Bristol Republic Brunch
Multiple dates available
Join us every Saturday and Sunday for Southern Brunch at Bristol! From Bottomless Bloody Mary's and Mimosas to Maple Bourbon French Toast and Chicken & Waffles, Bristol Republic has your brunch needs covered. Come join us for our Southern Barbeque Brunch! Brunch Available Saturday 10a-3p Sunday 10a-3p
Father's Day Brunch Buffet!
$24.99 per person
Jun 18, 2023 only
Give the the fathers you know what they want! Bristol's brunch buffet offers all of their favorite southern dishes. Featuring our Hickory Smoked Ribs, Biscuit & Gravy, Maple Bourbon French Toast, Chicken and Waffles and so much more. Wash it down with our Famous Bloody Mary or Loaded Mimosa. We have all of your brunch needs covered! Kids 10 and under eat for $9.99 We are accepting brunch reservations from 10am-3pm, with buffet ending at 4pm. Reservations are limited to a 1.5 hour time limit for parties of 2-3 and 2-hour time limit for parties of 4+ Reserve your spot today!
All You Can Eat BBQ
Multiple dates available
All of our famous, smoked in house BBQ for $19.99 per person. Includes Texas Style Spare Ribs, Pulled Pork, Hickory Smoked Wings, Pulled Chicken and Texas Hot Link. Add 18hr Brisket for $3!

Offers

Bourbon, Beer and Cocktails
Multiple dates available
Thu - Fri - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Join us for the happiest hour of the day! Half off Draft Beer, Specialty Cocktails and select Whiskey & Bourbon single pours! $7 pick any two BBQ $6 grilled chicken sandwich $3 Sides 4pm-6pm Thursday & Friday

Popular dishes

Fried Pickles$10.00
Served with Ranch
South of the Border Fries$12.00
Waffle Fries, House Seasoned Taco Meat, Queso Blanco, Cheddar, Pico De Gallo, Sour Cream, Cilantro
Cornbread Hush Puppies$11.00
Served with Pimento Cheese and Chipotle Aioli
Fried Chicken Deviled Eggs$8.00
Topped with Hot Honey
Texas Nachos$14.00
Tortilla Chips, Queso, Black Beans, Cilantro, Lime Crema, Pico, Guacamole, Bristol Bourbon BBQ
Loaded Brisket Tots$13.00
House-Made Tots, 18-Hr Brisket, Queso, Alabama Sauce
Fingers and Fries$14.00
House-Made Chicken Tenders, Waffle Fries, served with choice of sauce

Mac & Cheese

Classic$10.00
Cheddar, Smoked Gouda, Swiss
Buffalo Chicken$13.00
Buffalo Tossed Fried Chicken, Blue Cheese Dressing
Piggy Mac$13.00
Pulled Pork, Alabama and Bristol Bourbon Sauces

Sandwiches

Served with Waffle Fries. Available grilled and/or wrapped

The Republic Burger$14.00
Cheddar, Lettuce, Tomato, House Special Sauce
Boulder City Burger$17.00
Brisket, Bacon, Crispy Onion Straws, Cheddar, Alabama and Bristol Bourbon Sauces
The Alabama$14.00
Grilled Chicken, Collard Greens, Pepper Jack, Alabama Sauce
Southern Fried Chicken$14.00
Creamy Slaw, Sweet Pickles, Durkee's Dressing
Buffalo Chicken$14.00
Lettuce, Tomato, Smoked Blue Cheese Dressing
Carolina Pulled Chicken$14.00
Smoked Pulled Chicken, Carolina Gator Sauce

Barbeque

Our BBQ is smoked low and slow in house daily and available until it sells out. Served with Coleslaw and House Pickles

Hot Link$8.00
Secret Recipe Texas Style Sweet Heat Sausage Made in Collaboration with Locally owned The Butcher & Grocer
Pulled Pork$12.00
18-Hr Brisket$15.00
Pulled Chicken$12.00
BBQ Jackfruit$12.00
Texas Style Spare Ribs
- Quarter$9.00
- Half$17.00
- Full Slab$29.00
Hickory Smoked Jumbo Wings$13.00

Try It All Y'All

Try It All Y'All
Includes: ½ lb Hickory Smoked Wings, ¼ Rack Texas Ribs, ½ lb Pulled Pork, ½ lb Pulled Chicken, 1 Hot Link, Coleslaw, Pickles, Cornbread with Honey Bourbon Butter, Saltines, Pimento Chaeese. Select 3 Sauces and 2 sides (Excludes Mac & Cheese)
- Feeds 2-3$41.00

Finger Lickin' BBQ Sauces

Alabama
Creamy, Vinegar
Buffalo
Traditional House Made
House Bourbon BBQ
Sweet & Tangy
Sweet Whiskey
Traditional Kansas City Style
Pucker
Sweet & Spicy
Gator
Carolina-Inspired Mustard & Vinegar

Salads

Add: Grilled Chicken +$3, Pulled Chicken+$3, Pulled Pork+$3, 18Hr Brisket+$4

BBQ Cobb Salad$12.00
Mixed Greens, Red Onion, Celery, Tomato, Corn, Cheddar, Bacon, Egg, Guacamole, BBQ Ranch Dressing
BLT Wedge$12.00
Iceberg, Bacon, Onion Straws, Charred Corn, Tomato, Blue Cheese Dressing

Sides

Cheddar Cornbread$5.00
Creamy Coleslaw$3.00
Southern Potato Salad$4.00
Mac & Cheese$7.00
Brisket Baked Beans$4.00
Southern Collard Greens$4.00
Waffle Fries$4.00
Waffle Fries for the Table$8.00
served w/ ranch

Bottomless BBQ

Sundays 4pm-close

Bottomless BBQ$14.99

What 496 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Columbus
Great for brunch
Columbus
Great for brunch

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AntoniaM
Pittsburgh
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good bbq in a cool neighborhood of Columbus. The brisket was great.
MP
MPANON
Columbus
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great variety for brunch. Excellent speedy service.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall4food4service2ambience4
I went here for their Mother’s Day brunch . I really enjoyed the food and service .
GS
GeraldS
Columbus
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
The food was absolutely AMAZING....We will be returning to this establishment! Can't believe I haven't discovered it before Mother's day. I hope they do the buffet for father's day.
CL
ChrisL
Columbus
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fast service. Very accommodating. Food was excellent. Can't wait to go back! Thank you for making my wife's Mother's Day an amazing experience!
SH
SondraH
Columbus
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food! We had 6 people and basically ordered food for the table. We all got to try a bit of everything. Each person found a favorite. My fav was definitely the fried pickles, hush puppies, and brisket. The other meats were very good as well. The perfect balance of smoke that allows the meat to shine! Delicious. The wait staff was friendly and accommodating and efficient! We tried several drinks from the menu, my fav was the Dunn & Bacon(or something similar). We also tried the cooler drink. HILARIOUS! All atriums great time & great food. Highly recommend!
RL
ReginaldL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went after coming from Capital's graduation. It was all about the brisket. Excellent Ribs. Excellent greens. Excellent. I'm sorry we didn't get to experience the fried deviled eggs. I was heart broken. I thought the brunch menu lasted 3hrs to long. We wanted to celebrate with the entire menu cause we looked over it the night before. We will be back.
JG
JillG
Columbus
12 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
I have been here several times but not on Friday nite. It was however, early as it was 530. The food was delicious but the only complaint I have was the cocktail. Many people would not find this a problem however, I encouraged my daughter to get the coffee martini. It was poured very strong and it was too overbearing. Maybe on another night, fine but we were going to the theatre and on this occasion not good. She said she would not get it again.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Everything good except ribs a bit cold. Nachos, wings, burgers, etc all delicious
DS
DavidS
Columbus
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Great barbeque, cornbread and greens. The ribs were my favorite!
WS
WhitneyS
Cleveland
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fun brunch spot - big portions, great prices! Drinks were good, loved the indoor/outdoor seating.
SM
SuzanneM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious brunch choice in a casual, fun environment. Lots of good cocktails as well.
AB
AnnB
New England
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
A must stop every time we come to Columbus. The food is delicious.
SF
ShaneF
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful decor and friendly staff. Only thing to out shine the customer service and atmosphere is the delicious food to come from the kitchen. Would highly recommend and will be back every time we visit the Columbus area
OT
OpenTable Diner
Columbus
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food, and excellent service! Our server was new but we got everything we ordered, delivered at a great time and he was absolutely amazing!
D
Duke
Columbus
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience4
Brunch with my sister/friend/workmate. First time for both of us at this establishment. We chose it on recommendation of her daughter. Menu and food were both quality. Staff were all outstanding and would be the reason to recommend to others and to dine there again.
RB
RianB
Columbus
14 reviews
vip
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on April 21, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience5
We came and immediately got our drinks and put in apps. Best fried pickles ever! We also love the loaded tots! Food was great, server was great! Always a great experience.
S
Sonja
Columbus
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on April 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Our first time there- very pleased. The barbecue was very good, we tried the ribs, wings and brisket. The brisket was very tender. Loved the potato salad and the waffle fries. The waitress was very attentive and they have great happy hour specials- we will be back!!
M
Manda
Columbus
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2023
overall1food3service1ambience3
The waitress singled me out denied me out of everyone in the group
TS
TanyaS
Columbus
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience3
It was a great Easter Buffet for the family. The food was very good.
LP
LeyP
Jacksonville
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was a fantastic brunch and the setting just did the rest for a romantic buffet in the short north!!! Buffet and good drinks!!! We all winning here.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Easter brunch buffet style was great! Awesome food and not to crowded.
DB
DianaB
Columbus
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I have been to Bristol Republic one other time. The Easter Buffet was fantastic. The food was hot and fresh and the variety was spot on. I'll definitely tell my friends and family and be back for more!!
BR
BrookeR
Columbus
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Tried a new spot for dinner. So good! No bad choices, everything was delicious. Went at 7pm, small crowd. Country music playing but tolerable. Not sure if they play country a the time.
TO
TinealO
Columbus
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was our second visit and it was just as great. I am sad that we missed the bottomless bbq.
GM
GraceM
Chicago
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Yum food, good energy, good staff. Best country bar in Columbus
MA
MaryAlice19
Indiana
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on April 1, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
Food was good, thought it was odd that modifications couldn't be made (like egg whites instead of scrambled). Restaurant smelled odd...... old and musty until you got back by the kitchen (which smelled good). Our waiter was good, but at first had an odd attitude. Glad we made a reservation for Saturday morning as we saw lots of parties get turned away. You should definitely try the brisket!
A
Autumn
Columbus
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 30, 2023
overall3food2service2ambience4
The food was okay. I could tell it was left under the food lamp for a long time because my sandwich and fries were cold and my coleslaw was warm. It wasn't busy at all so I'm not sure why it took so long to run our food. Maybe it was a food runner or server issue but with celebrating our one year anniversary, I would've loved for my food to be warm at least!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Columbus
5 reviews
vip
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 26, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience2
We normally love this place! It’s the best tasting brunch in the city! I only had one complaint— the smell. I understand Bristol is a wild bar at night, but this time when we dined it had an overwhelming oder of stale alcohol. We have been to Bristol a few times for brunch, and haven’t experienced this before. We hope it was an uncommon experience.
CT
ColleenT
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Waiter (and one in training) were fantastic and the food was amazing!
NB
NancyB
Columbus
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on March 19, 2023
overall3food5service5ambience3
We should have asked to be seated away from the music speakers, the noise level made dining and visiting a challenge. The food and service were very good.
J
Jake
Columbus
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on March 19, 2023
overall3food4service2ambience5
Good food, southern style menu was nice. Showed up 5 minutes before our reservation. We were not allowed to stand inside because when they met us at the door they said that they didn’t open until 10:00. Not a cool move when it was 30 degrees outside. Just let us in. Server never filled our drinks. Lots of help standing around on a not very busy Sunday morning. Some food was scalding hot - home fries and some was barely luke warm - biscuits and gravy. French toast was delicious. Brisket was very good. Eggs eh, overcooked. Nice country atmosphere. Cool decor. Would I go back? Probably not.
NG
NicholeG
Milwaukee
6 reviews
1.0
6 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
Very disappointed in the service and overall quality of the restaurant. Food was ice cold, service lousy, drinks made incorrectly and then asked to leave the table that I had a reservation for after only being there for 30 minutes!! If you are looking for a decent dining experience go elsewhere
OT
OpenTable Diner
Columbus
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall1food1service4ambience4
The places is nice. Very nice set up. The food was very disappointing. I was looking forward to SOUTHERN BBQ. And it was not. The brisket was roast beef!!! The smoked sausage had a hamburger texture very different. But it was good the texture is what through me off. The pulled chicken was mushy. The BBQ sauce that they used for the baked beans and ribs had a very strong notes of Chile powder. The Mac and cheese was dry very dry. The pulled pork was not giving BBQ none of it was to be honest. My bill came to 114$ not worth it. But my server was very nice.
E
Ellen
Columbus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Gunter was wonderful!! It was our first time at Bristol and he made everything comfortable and enjoyable!
SK
SusanK
Columbus
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
It was our waitress' first day. She did a great job until the end. My bf asked for his receipt and never received it. He wanted to check the bill over. I never received my BBQ sauce with my brisket. Which was fine as the brisket is great without it. Just little things. I know they were packed because it was Thursday night and they had a bourbon tasting going on.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Columbus
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This place has some of the best bbq. What a great spot to hit up if you want to get some good bbq and listen to some live music.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience5
Overall good brunch spot, but their brisket was overly salty.
t
tomg
Cleveland
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent for happy hour, BBQ, affordable dinner out.
TR
TianaR
Columbus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food and great workers. This is my second time dining here and I will be back. I enjoy the atmosphere and the accommodations.

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Bristol Republic using the Order Online button. Bristol Republic also offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Bristol Republic also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (614) 929-5847.

Bristol Republic is rated 4.6 stars by 496 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 5, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(614) 929-5847

Other options

Order online

1124 N High St, Columbus, OH 43201

Additional information

Cross street
W 4th Ave
Neighborhood
Columbus
Hours of operation
Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–2:30 am Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Thu, Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Cuisines
Barbecue, American, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.bristolrepublic.com/
Phone number
(614) 929-5847
Private party facilities
Hey Ya’ll We love being your go-to spot in the short north for Southern Brunch, BBQ & live music. We accept reservations for up to 10 guests until 8pm via our website, OpenTable, or Instagram. For groups of 10+ please make requests via BristolRepublic.com After 8pm we offer walk-up seating only. If you and your party would like guaranteed seating after 8pm we require a prepaid food and beverage minimum (starting at $300). Make your reservation by clicking the “plan your party” tab on our website.

Bristol Republic

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Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

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