SideBar Columbus

SideBar Columbus reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

1. AL

   AdriL

   Columbus3 reviews

   4.0

   Reviewed on May 17, 2019

   1. Overall 4

   I must admit that I wasn't a huge fan of most of the tapas our party shared. The empanadas and tortilla Española were lackluster and not very warm. The steak was amazing though, and the cocktails were great. However, it was our server, Robert, that made it a wonderful experience. We had a large group, probably around 20, and Robert did an amazing job of communicating with everyone, was very knowledgeable, and very helpful. Amazing service.
   

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   DiverGal

   Cincinnati5 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on May 6, 2017

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 2

   Had booked a reservation 2 weeks in advance on OT for three of us to celebrate daughter's graduation from OSU. We were seated at a high top table 5' across from the bar, not the dining room, so right away it made it fell like less than a special occasion. The octopus was bland, the mussels diablo tasted like the tomato sauce came from a jar, and the snapper ceviche was smothered in a creamy mayonnaise based sauce with just a hint of lime juice which was also bland (not my favorite way of preparing ceviche). The scallops Parmesan was the best tapa we ordered, but it's hard to go wrong swimming in butter and cheese. The risotto was on the dry side- a bit over cooked, lacking in creaminess. Overall a disappointment for a special night.
   

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   HarryW

   Pittsburgh2 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on May 5, 2017

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   My friends and I were delighted by the quality of the food. The service was good, and as a special treat, our table was given a complimentary round of Champagne, now that's what I call customer service! My only criticism is the restaurant's noise level makes conversation a bit difficult. I would, nonetheless, recommend SideBar, especially for vegetarians seeking a quality casual- to fine-dining experience with numerous options.
   

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4. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   New Orleans1 review

   5.0

   Dined on May 5, 2017

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent spot to go before attending a show at the Ohio Theatre. The waiter asked us if we were going to the theatre after dinner and he did a good job of getting us our check quickly, which was greatly appreciated. The handcrafted cocktails were pricey for the size of glass, but very delicious. The food was very good ( we had the calamari, pizza and house salad). I would recommend this place to anyone!
   

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   CAFey

   Columbus48 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 28, 2017

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Loved all of the tapas we had. Risotto is amazing. Wonderful eggplant dish. Our waiter was very very helpful - I don't remember her name ( so sorry )but she is from Venezuela. Our friend Jeff loved the potato dish. The flan and the chocolate dessert were both excellent. This was our first time, but we are making plans to go back soon!
   

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   BradC

   Toledo25 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 24, 2017

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our group of six had a great experience. We ordered six small plates and a pizza. It was all wonderful and we didn't need to order anything else. The craft cocktails are a real treat. We'll be back!
   

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   ScotM VIP

   Columbus31 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 22, 2017

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   My wife and I really enjoyed our evening at Sidebar. We arrived early in the evening and sat at the bar intentionally. The bartenders are knowledgeable and fun to talk with. The food was good, drinks delicious and the service outstanding. They make you feel welcomed and are very attentive. Sidebar has become one of our favorites in Columbus!
   

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8. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Columbus15 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on April 22, 2017

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   It's quite good. Service was good. Delicious food and drinks. There was only one disadvantage for me - tables. Tables look very old. I assume that it's a type of a style, but I had feeling like I was at the cheap sport bar in a dress
   

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   llcolumbus

   Cleveland17 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on April 21, 2017

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   perfect pre- or post- any southern theatre or ohio theatre events
   

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    mizzajane VIP

    Pittsburgh13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 15, 2017

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    We were in town visiting our son at OSU and wanted to take the family out for a nice dinner. We found SideCar after searching for tapas. We couldn't have been more pleased. Our waiter was great and the food was amazing.
    

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