Nationwide Arena District

The Arena District can make for a great night on the town, even if the Blue Jackets aren't playing. A number of quality restaurants, bars and night clubs are in the area, plus there's the Arena Grand Movie Theatre which offers first run movies, plus has a bistro and bar. Located on the second level of the Arena Grand Movie Theatre, the Bistro & Bar is the perfect place to grab a hearty snack before, during or after a movie.

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Best bets for wining & dining in the Arena District

Hockey nights provide anywhere from a 20 percent to 35 percent increase over regular business at the local pubs and eateries, so expect longer waits and bigger crowds on home hockey nights.

  • BD's Mongolian Barbeque offers Asian cuisine with interactive dining where you select the ingredients for a create your own stir-fry, then watch as the chef artisans perform their magic on your creation. Reservations available. (614) 586-0077
    295 Marconi Blvd

  • Buca di Beppo specializes in fresh southern Italian cooking, family-style. Specialties include ravioli, chicken cacciatore, linguine with clam sauce and Neopolitan-style pizzas. Reservations available. (614) 621-EATS (3287)
    343 N. Front Street

  • Cotters Restaurant has a casual cuisine with a bit of imagination tossed in to create a lasting impression. Reservations available. (614) 221-9060
    * Full service bar
    * Daily specials
    * Carry-out service
    200 W. Nationwide Blvd.

  • Frog Bear & Wild Boar Bar has classic American fare. Voted as best bar, has live entertainment with a dance club, billiards & games. Full lunch and happy hour menu. Happy hour specials from 3-8 p.m. ((614) 621-WILD (9453)
    343 N. Front St.

  • Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant has award winning American fare, with an international flavor. Has real German beer, brewed fresh on site.
    401 Front St.

  • Huse Crave is next to Life Style Communities Pavilion. Offers munchies and a variety of liquid satisfaction. (614) 224-2430
    391Neil Ave.
  • Max & Erma's Crowne Plaza is Columbus' own, serving classic American cuisine. Featured gourmet burgers, pasta, salads and steaks. Offers a traditional breakfast menu of morning favorites. (614) 228-5555
    55 W. Nationwide Blvd.

  • O'Shaugnessy's is an authentic Irish pub that celebrates Irish history and culture. Offers authentic Irish pub food including corned beef hash and fish & chips. (614) 224-6767
    401 N. Front St.
  • Rise & Dine is available just for breakfast and lunch. Can dine-in or carry out. (614) 222-3008
    277 W. Nationwide Blvd.

  • Ted's Montana Grill is the about the only place you can get a decent bison burger in town as well as ground chuck, served 25 different ways. Also serves a variety of steaks. Decor represents a craftsman-style Montana bar and grill.
    191 W. Nationwide Blvd.

See also:

Huntington Baseball Park

Short North District

North Market

Convention Center

Nationwide Arena