Ringside Cafe

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19 N Pearl St
Columbus, OH 43215

Ringside Cafe, established in 1897, is a historic bar and grill located in downtown Columbus, OH. With its cozy seating area adorned with stained glass windows and authentic paintings, this establishment offers a relaxed ambiance perfect for enjoying a cold pint of beer and indulging in their renowned 100% Angus beef burgers, including the three-quarter pounder Ali, the flavorful Smokin Joe BBQ Bacon Burger, and the Latin-tinged Oscar De La Hoya.

Aside from their exceptional burgers, Ringside Cafe also boasts one of the best Portobello Sandwiches in town, along with a variety of Chicken Sandwiches and Salads, all served on a Kaiser bun with House Kettle chips and a pickle spear. Nestled on 19N Pearl Street, this hidden gem is a must-visit for those seeking a taste of history and delicious comfort food in the heart of Columbus.

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Lara K.
9/5/2025

I went to Ringside as part of a Columbus Ghost Tours walking tour. Yes, this little hidden gem is haunted! It's also cool as hell and the OLDEST bar in Columbus. About half a dozen people told...

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Bryan P.
6/26/2025

I'm probably going to say this wrong, but this place is the longest operating restaurant in Columbus, established in 1897! I was frantically looking for a place to eat yesterday evening, not...

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Yolanda G.
7/9/2025

Stopped in for bite after an all day meeting. The smoking Joe bbq burger was tasty and juicy. Our server was attentive and fast. Inside it has a good amount of booths and tables for the size that...

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Gwen W.
12/24/2024

The oldest continuing restaurant in Columbus, I'm glad I finally made it over to Ringside to check it out. The space inside is very very small, so if you're wanting to bring a group here, be...

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Kamron A.
4/17/2025

This is the ultimate hole in the wall bar, restaurants that you must get to! Based in an alleyway and boxer themed! The burgers are delicious and the drinks are strong! Price is very reasonable...

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