THE PREMIER LGBTQ BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY
COLUMBUS Vol. 7
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TABLE OF CON TENT S
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ABOUT COLUMBUS
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RESTAURANT GUIDE
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EVENTS SCHEDULE
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BAR GUIDE
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LGBTQ ORGS & ATTRACTIONS
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BUSINESS DIRECTORY
ABOUT COLUMBUS LGBTQ Columbus As the 15th largest city in the nation, Columbus is home to a vibrant gay community, much of which congregates in the Short North and Clintonville neighborhoods. The Short North has a number of gay pubs, art galleries, popular gay and lesbian centers, nightclubs, coffee shops and an annual gay and lesbian theater festival in September. It’s gay pride all year round with businesses vying for the gay dollar by donning the famous rainbow flag. Clintonville is more of the lesbian hangout. This part of Ohio ranks among the highest per capita donations to LGBTQ political causes in the USA. Way to put your money where your heart is, Columbus.
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RESTAURANT GUI DE Sidebar Columbus Low-lit eatery serving Mediterranean & South American-influenced small plates plus wine & cocktails. 122 E Main St, Columbus, OH
Barcelona Restaurant and Bar Spanish small plates & paella served in a bustling, sleek space with a greenery-filled patio. 263 E Whittier St, Columbus, OH
The Rossi Kitchen & Bar Hip twist on a classic supper club offering casual American fare & cocktails in a historic venue. 895 N High St, Columbus, OH
Brassica in the Short North Locavore pita sandwiches are offered at this bright cafe with a contemporary interior & beer on tap. 680 N High St, Columbus, OH
Condado Tacos Vibrant cantina offering build-yourown tacos & margarita flights in a colorful, modern interior. 132 S High St, Columbus, OH
Pecan Penny’s An array of smoked meats & classic sides in a space with modern decor, a fire pit, & patio seating. 113 E Main St, Columbus, OH
Milestone 229 Airy, modern American spot with comfort-driven fare & a patio overlooking the Scioto Mile fountains. 229 S Civic Center Dr, Columbus, OH
Chapman’s Eat Market Inventive global cuisine served in a relaxed restaurant that has vintagestyle decor. 739 S 3rd St, Columbus, OH
The Guild House Unique rustic-modern dining room for sampling eclectic, globally inspired seasonal menus. 624 N High St, Columbus, OH
Lindey’s Old-school, special-occasion venue featuring a sophisticated American surf ‘n’ turf menu & a patio. 169 E Beck St, Columbus, OH
The Pearl A refined tavern serving creative fare, alongside wine, house-infused drinks & a deep beer list. 641 N High St, Columbus, OH
Basi Italia An intimate nook dispensing marketdriven Northern Italian dishes in casual digs with a patio. 811 Highland St, Columbus, OH
The Eagle Indoor/outdoor eatery & beer hall dishing up fried chicken & other comfort classics. 790 N High St, Columbus, OH
Hofbräuhaus Columbus Modeled after the Munich beer hall, this site offers Bavarian fare, classic beers & garden seating. 800 Goodale Blvd, Columbus, OH
Martini Modern Italian Traditional Italian dishes with a modern twist served in a contemporary space with chandeliers. 445 N High St, Columbus, OH
Valters at the Maennerchor Traditional German meals & drinks served in a cozy, 1907 brick house with a seasonal patio. 976 S High St, Columbus, OH
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2022 EVENT SCH E DULE MARCH
MAR (TUESDAYS/ FRIDAYS/ SUNDAYS)
MAR 10
THE 70’S MUSIC EXPLOSION
SHORT NORTH BOURBON TASTING!
The Columbus Historical Society’s The 70’s Music Explosion in Columbus, Ohio exhibit will introduce you to those individuals and groups who shaped the music. Find out what it was like to be a musician or just a music fan in Columbus in the Seventies. Revisit memories. Visit eventbrite.com.
Come one come several to the next event in our whiskey tasting series: the Short North Bourbon Tasting in March! We’ll have a selection of five fantastic bourbons to sample at our Thursday evening event. Visit eventbrite.com.
MAR 10-13
APRIL
OUTDOOR ICE SKATING
APR 1-16
The City of Dublin is excited to bring a brand-new, temporary ice rink to the Riverside Crossing Park this winter. The 3,200-square-foot rink is situated at 6635 Riverside Dr. in the lower plaza on the east side of The Dublin Link. Learn more at experiencecolumbus.com.
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
Don’t feed the plants! This timeless culthit musical comedy features the meek floral assistant Seymour Krelborn who stumbles across a new breed of plant he names “Audrey II”- after his coworker crush. This R&B-singing plant promises fame and fortune to Krelborn as long as he keeps feeding it, BLOOD.
MAR 12
COLUMBUS BREW FESTIVAL
The Columbus Brew Festival will take place at COSI for a one of a kind experience -- a night at the museum! The event will feature over 50 breweries sampling over 150 seasonal beers, and attendees will have access throughout the museum including touring exhibits, science demonstrations, and a few surprises! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
With stunning puppetry and catchy songs like “Suddenly Seymour”, you won’t want to miss this lavish new production at Short North Stage! Learn more at experiencecolumbus.com.
APR 1-30
BLOOMS & BUTTERFLIES
Thousands of butterflies take flight once again in the Pacific Island Water Garden
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BAR GU ID E O’Connor’s Club 20 Never a cover; always a show! An LGBTQ bar that was started in 1992, where you can come in as a stranger but leave as friend! 20 E Duncan St, Columbus, OH
Southbend Tavern An all welcoming gay bar with drag shows, open stage night, live music and drinks specials. 126 E Moler St, Columbus, OH Steel Mill Tavern Gay-owned neighborhood bar on Columbus’ New South Side. 1816 Parsons Ave, Columbus, OH
Boscoe’s Columbus’s premier show bar with a wide selection of beverages, male revues, and drag. 1224 S High St, Columbus, OH
Club Diversity Offbeat gathering place in a circa-1880 house featuring karaoke, theme nights & happy hours. 863 S High St, Columbus, OH
The Toolbox Saloon A fun and friendly neighborhood bar that makes you feel like family! 744 Frebis Ave, Columbus, OH Awol Bar Gay bar inside a little brick house with a large patio, happy hours & fetish parties. 49 Parsons Ave, Columbus, OH
Bossy Grrl’s Pin Up Joint Quirky spot offering craft beer, plus burlesque shows, karaoke & other events. 2598 N High St, Columbus, OH
Tremont Lounge Laid-back LGBT mainstay (since 1987), offering drinks, happy hours, plus karaoke & other events. 708 S High St, Columbus, OH
Union Cafe Bustling, gay-friendly bar/restaurant offering hearty American chow, a large patio & entertainment. 782 N High St, Columbus, OH
Axis Nightclub A multilevel gay-friendly dance club featuring DJs & entertainment such as drag cabaret acts. 775 N High St, Columbus, OH
Cavan Irish Pub Ohio’s ONLY Gay Irish Pub! 409 S High St, Columbus, OH
District West LGBTQIA+ Bar with the best drinks and entertainment in town. 145 N 5th St, Columbus, OH
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2022 EVENT SCH E DULE MAY
for the 28th anniversary of Blooms & Butterflies. Join the Conservatory from Feb. 26 through May 30 for this enchanting exhibition.
MAY 5-8
WILD TURKEY FESTIVAL
In addition to seeing butterflies in the Pacific Island Water Garden, visitors can learn more about the butterfly life-cycle at the Metamorphosis Lab in the Grand Atrium. Spot the differences between different chrysalises and watch up close as new butterflies emerge. Learn more at experiencecolumbus.com.
Vinton County Wild Turkey Festival in McArthur, Ohio: Some festivals have the expected contests, some have a few that are interesting and only a handful have truly unique. At the Wild Turkey Festival in Vinton County, you will hear people making the strangest noises while they compete in the Turkey Calling Contest. Learn more at ohiotraveler.com.
APR 7-10
MAY 14-15
Join us for Equine Affaire at the Ohio Expo Center in Columbus, April 7-10, 2022! Experience the nation’s premier equine exposition, featuring an impressive educational program, the largest horse-related trade show in North America, top equine entertainment and competition, and endless opportunities to experience, buy, and sell horses of all types. Learn more at experiencecolumbus.com.
The 4th annual Columbus Taco Fest return this May with the best tacos, tequila, and Mexican beer you can find in the city. Lean more about this event at columbustacofest.com.
EQUINE AFFAIRE
COLUMBUS TACO FEST
MAY 27-30
MOONSHINE FESTIVAL
New Straitsville Moonshine Festival: An Ohio festival for the rebel inside you. Once the moonshine capital of the world, New Straitsville hosts an annual festival devoted to celebrating the history and making of moonshine. Admission to the New Straitsville Ohio Moonshine Festival is free. Learn more at ohiotraveler.com.
APR 8-10
BALLETMET’S CINDERELLA
Race against the clock in Edward Liang’s enchanting production of Cinderella. Set to Prokofiev’s jubilant and lush score, this classic fairytale will captivate all ages. Learn more at experiencecolumbus.com.
MAY 30
COLUMBUS ASIAN FESTIVAL
Columbus Asian Festival in Columbus, Ohio: This festival is a major draw in
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2022 EVENT SCH E DULE entertainment and food that make this event so special. Learn more at experiencecolumbus.com.
central Ohio and attracts approximately 50,000 or more visitors of all backgrounds annually. Not only will guests learn about the cultures and traditions of the people from China, Japan, India, Indonesia, Cambodia, Korea, Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines, Laos, and Pakistan – to name about a dozen – it presents a very rich and fun experience. Visit ohiotraveler.com.
JUN 17-18
STONEWALL COLUMBUS PRIDE
An annual celebration, Pride events, across the globe aim to bring community together in camaraderie and recognition of the strength, resilience, and fight of the LGBTQIA+ community past and present; a fight for equity and equality that is far from over. Learn more at experiencecolumbus.com.
JUNE
JUN 1-30
SHORT NORTH GALLERY HOP
JUN 24-26
On the first Saturday of each month, thousands of visitors converge on High Street in the Short North Arts District in Columbus for Gallery Hop.
COMFEST
Community Festival (ComFest) will feature performances by Columbus’ best bands and artists, workshops, community activism and other events you look forward to every year. Learn more at experiencecolumbus.com.
Though many shops and galleries are open earlier, Gallery Hop officially starts at 3 p.m. and runs to 7 p.m., with restaurants and bars staying open considerably later. With dozens of galleries and non-traditional exhibit spaces, street performers, and more, it’s Columbus’ favorite night of the month to celebrate art. More information at shortnorth.org.
JULY JUL 1
RED, WHITE & BOOM!
There are few more patriotic ways to kick off your Independence Day weekend than at the largest fireworks display in Ohio. Festivities start at noon and the big show starts at 10 p.m. Plan to be downtown very early, because the best spots go fast! Learn more at experiencecolumbus.com.
JUN 10-12
COLUMBUS ARTS FESTIVAL
Featuring more than 280 nationally acclaimed artists, the Columbus Arts Festival moves to a new location in the Arena District. Stroll along with friends and family and enjoy the art,
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2022 EVENT SCH E DULE JUL 22-24
AUG 19-21
JAZZ & RIB FEST
This annual festival offers three days of continuous jazz by renowned international and local musicians while barbeque pit masters serve up sizzling ribs, chicken and more. Savor the best ribs from around the country as 23 award-winning barbeque teams compete for Best Ribs bragging rights. Visit experiencecolumbus.com.
COLUMBUS FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL
JUL 27-31
WALK WITH A DOC COLUMBUS
Celebrating 11 years, the Columbus Food Truck Festival offers delicious eats, great music and unique vendors. Stay tuned on offerings that are fun for the whole family here at columbusfoodtruckfest.com.
AUG 1-31
Join us for Walk with a Doc! This physician-led walking group is a safe, fun, and free place to take a walk, learn about health, and meet new friends. See walkwithadoc.org to visit our website for times and locations.
OHIO STATE FAIR
Full of exciting attractions, food and entertainment, this multi-day fair brings in upwards of 800,000 visitors each year. Learn more here at ohiostatefair.com.
JUL ( MON/THUR/FRI)
AUG 26-28
ART CAMP
WONDERBUS MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL
We are offering art camps on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays for kids 8 and older to have an artistic outlet and to give parents a break! We are excited to encourage your child’s artistic experience! Price includes all materials and supplies offered for projects that day. You are welcome to bring snacks and drinks. Learn more at experiencecolumbus.com.
The WonderBus Music & Arts Festival returns to The Lawn at CAS in Columbus, Ohio, this summer with THREE DAYS OF MUSIC! WonderBus is the sister festival to WonderStruck in Cleveland and WonderRoad (Indianapolis). WonderBus 2022 headliners include Duran Duran (Friday 8/26), Lorde (Saturday 8/27) and The Lumineers (Sunday 8/28). The last time each artist appeared in Columbus they performed at the Shottenstein Center.
AUGUST AUG 5-7
DUBLIN IRISH FESTIVAL
The world’s largest three-day Irish festival held in Dublin each year invited the Irish and the Irish-at-heart to share and celebrate 35 years! Find the latest updates here at dublinirishfestival.org.
Additional performances over the three-day event will include Young The Giant, James Bay, Coin, Max, Cautious Clay, Beach Bunny, Meg Myers, Daisy The Great, The Knocks, Cannons, Neal Francis and more. Ohio will be well represented by 90’s Kids, Cousin Simple, .wavrunner and Detention. Get your tickets and learn more at columbusunderground.com.
AUG 13-14
FESTIVAL LATINO
Celebrate the heart of Latin America with a free, one-night-only concert offering international Latin music artists live on stage at the Columbus Commons. The concert is free, but tickets must be reserved in advance at www.FestivalLatino.net
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LGBTQ COM MU NI TY ORGANIZATIONS & ATTRACTIONS
Stonewall Columbus Center on High Get Gayer, Central Ohio! 1160 N High Street, Columbus, OH
TransOhio TransOhio serves the Ohio transgender and ally communities by providing services, education, support, and advocacy, which promotes and improves the health, safety and life experience of the Ohio transgender individual and community. Web: transohio.org
PFLAG Columbus With over 200,000 members and supporters, and local affiliates in more than 500 communities across the U.S. and abroad, PFLAG is the largest grassroots-based organization family and understand more about being human. Web: columbuspflag.com Capital Pride Band of Columbus An Ohio-based LGBTQ music organization Downtown -, Columbus, OH North/Campus Health Center Planned Parenthood of Central Ohio, Inc. Walk-in health services 18 East 17th Avenue, Columbus, OH Columbus Gay Men’s Chorus Voices Raised, Lives Changed 51 Jefferson Avenue, Columbus, OH Rainbow Sisters Rainbow Sisters is a social and community-oriented group for lesbian womyn age 40 and over. The focus of the group is to facilitate social events and develop outreach services to assist others. The group is also intended to be a safe place for lesbians to meet and socialize with other women. Find us on Facebook. FB:RainbowSistersOfCentralOhio
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BUSINESS D IRECTO RY AFFORDABLE HOUSING Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority............. 7
HEALTH CARE The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center........ 8
BAR ASSOCIATION Columbus Bar Association...................................... 17
INSURANCE Goosehead Insurance- The Derick Cooper Agency....... 10 Theresa Bush Agency Inc........................................ 23
COMMERCIAL FLOORING King Business Interiors Inc.............. back inside cover
INTERIOR DESIGN Nth Degree Realty.................................................... 3 Studio J.........................................back outside cover
CONSTRUCTION Wingler Construction & Remodeling..................... 13
LAWYER REFERRAL SERVICE Columbus Bar Association...................................... 17
CRIMINAL DEFENSE The Tyack Law Firm Co LPA...................................... 10
MEDICAL CENTER The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center........ 8
DOG TRAINING Reale Dog Training.................................front cover, 5
OFFICE FURNITURE King Business Interiors Inc.............. back inside cover
DOORS Deal Direct Windows LLC........................................ 17 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Benchmark Human Services.................................... 6
REAL ESTATE Cutler Real Estate - Greg Waite............................... 15 Nth Degree Realty.................................................... 3
ESPRESSO / COFFEE & TEA CATERING Latte 2 a Tea............................................................ 19
REMODELING Wingler Construction & Remodeling..................... 13
FAMILY LAW Friedman & Mirman Co LPA.................................... 23 Grossman Law Offices............................................. 11 Massucci Law Group LLC........................................... 1
RETIREMENT COMMUNITY Westerwood............................................................. 9 WINDOWS Deal Direct Windows LLC........................................ 17
FURNITURE STORE Studio J.........................................back outside cover
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