Ringside Cafe

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19 N Pearl St
Columbus, OH 43215
+1 (614) 228-7464
http://ringsidecolumbus.com

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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4.0189 reviews
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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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Kristen B.
10/26/2025

Came last year to have dinner before starting our Columbus Ghost tour of Boos & Booze! Great burgers and a nice dive bar with a haunted vibe in the basement. Apparently there's a tunnel 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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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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