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Southbend Tavern

Google (127) 4.5

Tripadvisor (1) 5.0

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Visitors consistently praise Southbend Tavern for its welcoming and inclusive atmosphere, friendly staff, and strong, well-priced drinks, with many highlighting the entertaining drag shows and themed nights. While the reviews are overwhelmingly positive, there are no common complaints mentioned in the provided text.

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G4.5 🦉5.0

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Address

126 E Moler St, Columbus

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Phone

+1 614-444-3386

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About this place Southbend Tavern

Southbend Tavern is a gay bar located in Columbus, Ohio, offering a casual neighborhood vibe that appeals to both locals and visitors. This LGBTQ+ venue provides a relaxed setting where you can connect with the community without the intensity of larger nightclubs. It's the kind of place where you can enjoy a drink and conversation in a friendly environment. Columbus has a growing LGBTQ+ scene, and neighborhood bars like this one play an important role in creating accessible gathering spaces throughout the city. Whether you're looking for a low-key evening or want to experience authentic local culture, this venue welcomes LGBTQ+ travellers and offers an alternative to high-energy club scenes. Located at 126 E Moler St in Columbus, Southbend Tavern is easy to find and fits naturally into the city's landscape. The neighborhood setting makes it feel like a genuine community hub rather than a tourist-focused establishment, which is exactly the kind of authentic local experience many LGBTQ+ travellers appreciate when visiting a new city.

Opening Hours

Open Now · closes 02:30

Monday 12:00-02:30

Tuesday 12:00-02:30

Wednesday 12:00-02:30

Thursday 12:00-02:30

Friday 12:00-02:30

Saturday 12:00-02:30

Sunday 12:00-00:00

Features

Gay Gay-friendly (straight venue) Happy Hour Karaoke Drag shows Casual Mixed LGBTQ+ Pub Themed parties No dress code

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4.5

★★★★★

127 reviews

Based on 127 Google reviews.

Stevi Reid Jun 2026

★★★★★

Omg such a beautiful and welcoming place. We came for R&B night and it was spectacular. I danced most of the time and probably spilled my drinks. The manager, is a sweetheart and so friendly and warm.

Dennis Hubach Jun 2026

★★★★★

Gary May 2026

★★★★★

Jamie Sue B May 2026

★★★★★

Jamie B May 2026

★★★★★

super cute and inclusive space - my favorite queer spot in columbus. ive never felt unsafe or judged here especially in comparison to places like axis