Char Bar

My second favorite Columbus bar.  It's a total dive, but a lot of what every bar should aspire to be.  

Nothing fancy here.  Good bartenders, strong drinks (long islands popular, but a little too novelty for myself) , darts, etc...

Can seem a little dirty, but I prefer to tell myself it's just character.  Good mix of people and everyone is typically friendly.  Pretty narrow by front door so when crowded can mess up people flow a bit.  Much better when you can spill into back room, or even back deck.  Finding bathroom always an adventure (basement).

Started at Martinis....had steak at Mitchell's....and finished at The Char Bar!  I highly recommend that gauntlet because I canceled my next day appointments and didn't get out of bed until noon!  Pretty good beer selection, they burn their drinks, and a jukebox!  I think me and my girl dropped a Benjamin here on tunes alone and it was worth it.

If you are looking for a good old fashioned Dive Bar, Char Bar is it.  The bartenders are friendly and make sure that your glass is always full, the locals are friendly as well.  If you can convince your work associates, this is actually a great place to hoist a few cold ones and talk work as well!

This is on my short list of Must Visit when in Cbus.