Union Cafe is a popular restaurant and bar lounge located in the heart of the Short North.
Home to Columbus’ best patio, Union Cafe features modern American cuisine from Chef Ben. Union Cafe is also known for having the best drinks in Columbus. Our jumbo-sized cocktails and variety of draft beers offer something for every palate.
We offer several seating options, including our covered patio, any of our three bars, high tops and our two indoor dining areas.
Union Cafe is a full video cafe, so you can enjoy your favorite music videos, sports game and more while you dine in style.
Bustling, gay-friendly bar/restaurant offering hearty American chow, a large patio & entertainment. Based on 575 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.1 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ Delivery
Address:
782 N High St, Columbus, OH 43215
Phone: (380) 239-2728
Website:
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Hours
| Sunday |
11 AM–2 AM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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11 AM–2 AM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday |
11 AM–2 AM |
| Wednesday |
11 AM–2 AM |
| Thursday |
11 AM–2 AM |
| Friday |
11 AM–2 AM |
| Saturday |
11 AM–2 AM |
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Order and Reservations
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Reviews
Jessica
Had a blast here watching the Drag Race finale and meeting new friends. Yes their food menu has changed to a smaller, more focused menu but their cocktail menu is huge! Ordered the grilled chicken quesadilla and some fun drinks. Our server Nick was awesome!
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Anitra S
Union is great for drinks! They’ll definitely get you where you want to be and QUICK. I frequently come here for that and may try something off the food menu which isn’t too bad but definitely not my place to come for food. The music just isn’t my type of vibe like ever. That alone makes for a quick stop. To each its own. I’ve had the Mexican bowl with salmon and it was very disappointed. The salmon had zero flavor and the bowl was simple rice with salsa sauce. Yuck. So I’m good on the food. Definitely has great photo presentation.
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Michele Ireland
We were in town for the weekend and saw they had a RuPaul’s Drag Race viewing party We started with the loaded pub fries and these may have been the best fries I’ve had. The drinks we’re amazing. Definitely not weak. The quesadilla was delicious. Highly recommend going here.
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Andru Voss
We actually got lucky! Went on a sibling lunch with my sister and ended up finding out they have a brunch buffet so more food for me. lol Always wanted to eat at an alphabet people restaurant and finally got to. The food was awesome and the staff was nice.
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Kevin D
I had a terrible experience here tonight. The new owners are dishonest and running the bar poorly. 2 of the 3 drinks we ordered were significantly more expensive than the price listed on the menu, and it took almost 30 minutes for them to correct the error. To add insult to injury, the chicken strips were inedible and a friend’s burger order was substituted without consent and charged extra for an impossible burger. I will never be returning and would advise others to steer clear.
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Tetûzela X
Terrible service today. Waited for 5-10 minutes without being greeted by anyone working there. I have had pleasant experiences in the past but it’s been increasingly worst each time. This is a gay friendly bar but I’ve heard many stories of it not being inclusive for black people. I’m super sad to experience this first hand… repeatedly. Attached is a photo of everyone standing chatting not servicing me at all. There are 2 men at the bar who have been helped.
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Albert Mathaus
Food and drinks are always great! I have had only one occasion where service was not good, but overall I really like this place.
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Ryan Wilhelm
Upbeat but chill spot. Good drinks, good food. (The potato skins were tasty) It was karaoke night during my visit. Would like to check it out on a different night.
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Eric Williamson
New menu sucks. No more steaks. Also recently found out that the new straight owners are Republicans who donated to 2nd amendment groups despite the gun violence committed at gay bars and also donated to David Yost who sued Biden Admin over LGBTQ anti discrimination. They should sell axis and union immediately.
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KingDracarys
It’s pretty but it needs diversity from the music to performers and a lil more seasoning to the food, my drink wasn’t the best either from the taste to strength considering the cost. Like I said it’s a nice looking place for sure but could be the hottest place in Columbus if it werent for that.
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