Bristol Republic

4.6

447 reviews

$30 and under

Barbecue

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Welcome to Bristol Republic!
Nestled in the heart of the Short North, Bristol Republic is a locally owned, Nashville inspired bar and restaurant serving up competition quality BBQ smoked in-house daily, ice cold craft beer, over 150 rare Bourbon and Whiskeys from well-known and independent distilleries across the country and live music (Friday & Saturday)! We are open Thursday-Sunday. Join us Saturday & Sunday mornings from 10am-3pm for our famous Southern Brunch! Menus can be found at our website.

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No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

29 Jan 2023

19:00

Booked 21 times today

Experiences are available.

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(614) 929-5847

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Barbecue, American, Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–2:30 am Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Thu, Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(614) 929-5847
Website
http://www.bristolrepublic.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Hey Ya’ll We love being your go-to spot in the short north for Southern Brunch, BBQ & live music. We accept reservations for up to 10 guests until 8pm via our website, OpenTable, or Instagram. For groups of 10+ please make requests via BristolRepublic.com After 8pm we offer walk-up seating only. If you and your party would like guaranteed seating after 8pm we require a prepaid food and beverage minimum (starting at $300). Make your reservation by clicking the “plan your party” tab on our website.

Location
1124 N High St, Columbus, OH 43201
Area
Columbus
Cross Street
W 4th Ave
Parking Details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

All You Can Eat BBQ
Multiple dates available
All of our famous, smoked in house BBQ for $14.99 per person. Includes Texas Style Spare Ribs, 18hr Brisket, Pulled Pork, Hickory Smoked Wings and Texas Hot Link. Wash it down with $10 draft pitchers, $20 buckets or $30 Boozy Coolers!
Bristol Republic Brunch
Multiple dates available
Join us every Saturday and Sunday for Southern Brunch at Bristol!!! From Bottomless Bloody Mary's and Mimosas to Maple Bourbon French Toast and Chicken & Waffles, Bristol Republic has your brunch needs covered. Come join us for our Southern Barbeque Brunch! Brunch Available Saturday 10a-3p Sunday 10a-3p
Valentine's Day Wine Tasting
14 Feb 2023 only
Experience a romantic evening with your special someone one as you sample a variety of ten amazing wines hand-picked by our sommelier: from white to red, sparkling to sweet, and everything in between. Find some very special wines to love and share with your loved one! Our expert sommeliers will guide you through each of the ten wines, providing you with the history and notes on the flavors, aromas, and pairing suggestions. Don't wait, make this Valentine's Day unforgettable! Treat your loved one to a gift they'll never forget. To reserve your spot please purchase tickets via Eventbrite.

Offers

Bourbon, Beer and Cocktails
Multiple dates available
Sun - 16:00 - 18:00,Thu - Sat - 16:00 - 18:00
Join us for the happiest hour of the day! Half off Draft Beer, Specialty Cocktails and select Whiskey & Bourbon single pours! $6 pick any two BBQ $6 grilled chicken sandwich $3 Sides 4pm-6pm Thursday- Sunday

Popular dishes

Fried PicklesUS$10.00
Served with Ranch
South of the Border FriesUS$12.00
Waffle Fries, House Seasoned Taco Meat, Queso Blanco, Cheddar, Pico De Gallo, Sour Cream, Cilantro
Cornbread Hush PuppiesUS$11.00
Served with Pimento Cheese and Chipotle Aioli
Fried Chicken Deviled EggsUS$8.00
Topped with Hot Honey
Texas NachosUS$14.00
Tortilla Chips, Queso, Black Beans, Cilantro, Lime Crema, Pico, Guacamole, Bristol Bourbon BBQ
Loaded Brisket TotsUS$13.00
House-Made Tots, 18-Hr Brisket, Queso, Alabama Sauce
Fingers and FriesUS$14.00
House-Made Chicken Tenders, Waffle Fries, served with choice of sauce

Mac & Cheese

ClassicUS$10.00
Cheddar, Smoked Gouda, Swiss
Buffalo ChickenUS$13.00
Buffalo Tossed Fried Chicken, Blue Cheese Dressing
Piggy MacUS$13.00
Pulled Pork, Alabama and Bristol Bourbon Sauces

Sandwiches

Served with Waffle Fries. Available grilled and/or wrapped

The Republic BurgerUS$14.00
Cheddar, Lettuce, Tomato, House Special Sauce
Boulder City BurgerUS$17.00
Brisket, Bacon, Crispy Onion Straws, Cheddar, Alabama and Bristol Bourbon Sauces
The AlabamaUS$14.00
Grilled Chicken, Collard Greens, Pepper Jack, Alabama Sauce
Southern Fried ChickenUS$14.00
Creamy Slaw, Sweet Pickles, Durkee's Dressing
Buffalo ChickenUS$14.00
Lettuce, Tomato, Smoked Blue Cheese Dressing
Carolina Pulled ChickenUS$14.00
Smoked Pulled Chicken, Carolina Gator Sauce

Barbeque

Our BBQ is smoked low and slow in house daily and available until it sells out. Served with Coleslaw and House Pickles

Hot LinkUS$8.00
Secret Recipe Texas Style Sweet Heat Sausage Made in Collaboration with Locally owned The Butcher & Grocer
Pulled PorkUS$12.00
18-Hr BrisketUS$15.00
Pulled ChickenUS$12.00
BBQ JackfruitUS$12.00
Texas Style Spare Ribs
- QuarterUS$9.00
- HalfUS$17.00
- Full SlabUS$29.00
Hickory Smoked Jumbo WingsUS$13.00

Try It All Y'All

Try It All Y'All
Includes: ½ lb Hickory Smoked Wings, ¼ Rack Texas Ribs, ½ lb Pulled Pork, ½ lb Pulled Chicken, 1 Hot Link, Coleslaw, Pickles, Cornbread with Honey Bourbon Butter, Saltines, Pimento Chaeese. Select 3 Sauces and 2 sides (Excludes Mac & Cheese)
- Feeds 2-3US$41.00

Finger Lickin' BBQ Sauces

Alabama
Creamy, Vinegar
Buffalo
Traditional House Made
House Bourbon BBQ
Sweet & Tangy
Sweet Whiskey
Traditional Kansas City Style
Pucker
Sweet & Spicy
Gator
Carolina-Inspired Mustard & Vinegar

Salads

Add: Grilled Chicken +$3, Pulled Chicken+$3, Pulled Pork+$3, 18Hr Brisket+$4

BBQ Cobb SaladUS$12.00
Mixed Greens, Red Onion, Celery, Tomato, Corn, Cheddar, Bacon, Egg, Guacamole, BBQ Ranch Dressing
BLT WedgeUS$12.00
Iceberg, Bacon, Onion Straws, Charred Corn, Tomato, Blue Cheese Dressing

Sides

Cheddar CornbreadUS$5.00
Creamy ColeslawUS$3.00
Southern Potato SaladUS$4.00
Mac & CheeseUS$7.00
Brisket Baked BeansUS$4.00
Southern Collard GreensUS$4.00
Waffle FriesUS$4.00
Waffle Fries for the TableUS$8.00
served w/ ranch

Bottomless BBQ

Sundays 4pm-close

Bottomless BBQUS$14.99

What 447 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.3Service
4.4Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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OpenTable Diner
Columbus
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We came for restaurant week and the food was delicious! Service was good, the courses were spaced properly, and the food was great. Although some of the restaurant week specials aren’t on their regular menu, there are several amazing things to choose from, and I can’t wait to come back as soon as possible.
MS
MaureenS
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience4
The food was amazing. Only drawback was that it wasn’t hot… it was warm, but seemed as if it sat for a bit before being picked up. We went for the Restaurant Week menu — it would have been nice if there was a choice of dessert. The only option was banana pudding, which I don’t care for.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Columbus
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on 15 January 2023
overall4food4service4ambience3
Partner got the bottomless bbq….brisket was very fatty, rib meat was hard. Wings were good. Pulled chicken was good.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Columbus
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 14 January 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Loved everything about our experience! Great server, juicy bbq and delish apps. Music was a little loud, but wasn’t unbearable. Will definitely return!
p
palo143
Columbus
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on 8 January 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food and the best service! Will be back!!
JM
JenniferM
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 7 January 2023
overall1food3service4ambience4
I really wanted to like this place. The service was pretty good but it did take a long time to get the check. We got the try it all. my son said the wings were great. I like the sausage however, the pulled pork came out ice cold. The ribs were so tough and fatty. we were also charged additional fees for mac & cheese, which we thought was part of the order. Unfortunately, we won’t go back.
CB
CareBear
Columbus
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 7 January 2023
overall4food5service4ambience3
Food was really good. Staff was very nice; waitress didn't check in as often as you'd like, but she had a lot of tables to wait on. Bar was out of chardonnay and Coors Lite...that was a bit strange. Clientele skews pretty young (20-35)...be prepared for a fairly loud atmosphere, even on a weekend afternoon.
H
Hannah
St. Louis
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 31 December 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fun country vibe for brunch. Food was very tasty and wait staff was fast. Great bottomless brunch option as well.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 30 December 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of my favorite bars in the short north! I just wish live music started a little earlier than 10PM.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on 17 December 2022
overall2food5service2ambience4
I absolutely LOVE this restaurant so I hate to give a bad review but we had a party of 4 for dinner at 5:30 last pm. We had drinks and appetizers and just before 6 we ordered dinner. At 6:45 we still had no food and we had to leave to get to a show across the street at 7…we asked them to box it to go. What a disappointment.
J
Jill
Columbus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 11 December 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Brunch was fabulous
EB
EmilyB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 10 December 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had great service and outstanding food. Definitely coming back!
M
Mmmgood
Columbus
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on 4 December 2022
overall3food3service3ambience2
If you're looking for a more intimate setting, this would not be the environment. On the menu I saw they had "bottomless mimosa's." While we did not partake in this, I would go back to it. After sending my waffle back, I ordered French toast and that was great. I also tasted the mocked wings and they weren't bad.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 2 December 2022
overall5food5service3ambience4
Food was phenomenal! Everything was good. We had the tater tot appetizer and the two can eat platter. Definitely worth the hassle of finding parking.
AB
AnnB
New England
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 27 November 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious brisket. Great brunch
p
palo143
Columbus
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on 6 November 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, Great service (Kara was amazing!)... will be back!
MK
MegK
Pittsburgh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 6 November 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food, great service. Went to Sunday brunch and would definitely return!
JG
JoeyG
Columbus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 5 November 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I enjoyed myself greatly
OT
OpenTable Diner
Columbus
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 5 November 2022
overall4food2service3ambience5
Not impressed with the quality of the food for a bbq joint. The sides tasted heated from a microwave. Ribs were extremely tough and would not even come off the bone. BBQ sauces were terrible. Not worth the $
MH
MoH2345
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 4 November 2022
overall3food2service2ambience4
We ordered same thing we ordered maybe a couple months ago the Share ya'll. It was seriously disappointing quarter of the portion sizes (compared to the prize we paid) came out luke warm and meat was really fatty.
B
Bnhenry25
Columbus
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on 28 October 2022
overall5food5service3ambience3
The nachos for 14.00 serve four easily as an appetizer! The Have it all. .. . for 40.00 was a great selection and would feed 2-3 easily. The espresso martini is unbelievable! However, drinks are a little expensive. Great food and great place to visit.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Columbus
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 28 October 2022
overall4food5service2ambience3
The Brisket and Mac & Cheese were amazing! The corn bread side for $5 was actually a tiny loaf and not worth the $ (even at happy hour discount). Server was friendly, but not very attentive. We were there pretty early so the noise wasn’t bad and there weren’t many people. Not sure what it would be like later.
CW
CameronW
Columbus
4 reviews
vip
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on 23 October 2022
overall4food5service4ambience3
Really good food. Went during brunch menu time so will have to pop back in for dinner menu. Would recommend!
ET
EmilyT
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 23 October 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Service was quick, food was tasty and great price for portion size
OT
OpenTable Diner
Columbus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 15 October 2022
overall5food5service3ambience5
Amazing food and great family atmosphere
MS
MikeS
Columbus
97 reviews
vip
3.0
97 reviews
Dined on 15 October 2022
overall3food4service2ambience2
Food was very good - we got the try it all. The only part we weren’t happy with was the coleslaw. The portion was so small is was ridiculous. The ambiance is that of a sports bar with loud country music With less than good service despite us being one of the only customers there.
k
krisr
Columbus
14 reviews
3.0
14 reviews
Dined on 9 October 2022
overall3food2service5ambience4
The service was excellent and the drinks were wonderful, but I expected a little more around the food and it wasn't all that great, my Mac n Cheese was warn NOT hot and my husband had the southern sandwich and the bun wasn't even moist it was hard, I think there was a lot of hype around this place and when it came down to it, it was OK, but not outstanding.
CS
CathyS
Columbus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 9 October 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was absolutely fabulous, as usual. Abbey was a great waitress fir 9 old women out getting their bloody Mary’s on.
TA
TroyA
Columbus
1 review
vip
1.0
1 review
Dined on 25 September 2022
overall1food1service2ambience1
Cold dry hard cinnamon roll. Loud music, feels like you are sitting in a bar.
LD
LexiD
Columbus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 23 September 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
I have been to bristol a couple times now and it never disappoints!!
g
gnd4me
Columbus
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 22 September 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Becoming one of our favorites! Their happy hour is amazing - my husband LOVES their bourbon flights! The cocktail menu changes periodically and the drinks continue to please! I can't say enough about the fried chicken deviled eggs - they are a must!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 18 September 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Elite service
M
Mandy
Columbus
73 reviews
vip
3.0
73 reviews
Dined on 11 September 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
Nice brunch with reasonable prices. I would recommend to friends.
AK
AliK
Louisville
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 11 September 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Overall experience was excellent and 10/10 would return. They offered us some free cinnamon rolls for a birthday we were celebrating, so definitely mention special occasions on your reservation if you're celebrating something. Food was very good except the cheddar cornbread which I didn't care for. And my breakfast sandwich was very messy but yummy. I ended up eating it with a knife and fork.
DD
DeniseD
Columbus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 3 September 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Ohio State vs Notre Dame game with friends!
M
Maddie
Cleveland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 21 August 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was incredible and the ambiance was even better (shoutout to the disco pig). We were in town for a bachelorette party and stopped here on our way out of town. They made our bride feel super special! Will definitely come here again and recommend it to friends!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Columbus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 14 August 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Birthday party was good
OT
OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 14 August 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went here for brunch and it was AMAZING! Food was delicious and bottomless mimosas/bloody Mary’s were great! Definitely recommend!
TP
ThomasP
Cincinnati
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on 13 August 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding service and excellent food. Hush puppies and deviled eggs were stand outs. Would definitely recommend to friends and family.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Columbus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 5 August 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Dinner before going to the theater at 7pm. Our reservations were at 5 so we were there before the dinner rush. Service was great & we enjoyed the happy hour prices. Very good food, but I ate too much!! :)

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You can order delivery directly from Bristol Republic using the Order Online button. Bristol Republic also offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Bristol Republic also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (614) 929-5847.

Bristol Republic is rated 4.6 stars by 447 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

29 Jan 2023

19:00

Booked 21 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Takeaway

(614) 929-5847

Other options

Order online

1124 N High St, Columbus, OH 43201

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
W 4th Ave
Area
Columbus
Hours of Operation
Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–2:30 am Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Thu, Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Cuisines
Barbecue, American, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Parking Details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.bristolrepublic.com/
Phone number
(614) 929-5847
Private party facilities
Hey Ya’ll We love being your go-to spot in the short north for Southern Brunch, BBQ & live music. We accept reservations for up to 10 guests until 8pm via our website, OpenTable, or Instagram. For groups of 10+ please make requests via BristolRepublic.com After 8pm we offer walk-up seating only. If you and your party would like guaranteed seating after 8pm we require a prepaid food and beverage minimum (starting at $300). Make your reservation by clicking the “plan your party” tab on our website.

Bristol Republic

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Order delivery or takeout

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