Opening hours
Closed · opens 2:00 PM
| Monday | 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Thursday | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Friday | 2:00 PM – 2:30 AM |
| Saturday | 2:00 PM – 2:30 AM |
| Sunday | 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
Local time in Columbus: 6:04 AM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (614) 228-3129 to confirm.
Location & directions
16 West Main StreetColumbus, OH 43215
About The Main Bar
Looking for a bar in Columbus? The Main Bar is at 16 West Main Street, Columbus, Ohio. It's part of our guide to 1,113 restaurants, cafes and bars in Columbus.
The Main Bar is open 7 days a week, usually 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Night owls can stop by until 2:30 AM on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
Available service options are outdoor seating.
You can reach the team at (614) 228-3129.
Quick facts
- Category
- Bar
- Address
- 16 West Main Street, Columbus, OH 43215
- Phone
- (614) 228-3129
- Hours
- Open 7 days a week, usually 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 10 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 2 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for bars and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared The Main Bar’s weekday schedule with 25 other bars in Columbus. On a typical weekday it opens at 2:00 PM, earlier than 68% of them (the typical opening time is 3:00 PM) and closes at 10:00 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 12:00 AM).
In total it is open about 72 hours a week, 6 hours more than the local median of 67. 76% of bars in Columbus open on Sundays, and The Main Bar is one of them.
Compared with 25 other bars in Columbus that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for bars across the US
Based on 108 menus with 1,803 priced items from bars across the US, the median menu item costs $10.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.50 and $14.00.
We don’t have The Main Bar’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what bars across the US typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Onion Rings | 20% | $7.00 |
| Cheeseburger | 16% | $9.50 |
| Chicken Strips | 14% | $7.88 |
| Grilled Cheese | 13% | $6.75 |
| Mozzarella Sticks | 13% | $7.37 |
| Blt | 13% | $9.95 |
| Chicken Tenders | 12% | $8.00 |
| Chef Salad | 12% | $12.20 |
Calculated from 108 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of The Main Bar there are 55 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 123 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Bars & Pubs (17), Cafes & Coffee (15), Sandwiches & Delis (14), and American (12).
Competition is strong: 8 other bars are within a mile and 44 within three miles. The closest is Bar Cicchetti, < 0.1 mi away.
45 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- AmericanHigh Street Grill< 0.1 mi
- Sandwiches & DelisSubway0.1 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexTio's Tacos & Tequila0.1 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsJeni's Splendid Ice Creams0.1 mi
- Latin American & CaribbeanSí Señor0.2 mi
What to expect at a bar
Bars and pubs cover everything from neighborhood dives and sports bars to cocktail lounges, wine bars, brewpubs and taprooms. Many serve food – burgers, wings, pub fare or a full kitchen – while others offer little beyond snacks or host food trucks.
What to order
- Local beer on draft – especially at brewpubs and taprooms
- A house cocktail – cocktail bars often have signature drinks
- Wings or nachos – classic bar food
- Pub burger – often one of the best-value meals in town
Good to know
- Bring a valid photo ID – it may be checked even if you look over 21.
- Kitchens often close earlier than the bar.
- Plan a safe ride home; rideshare pickup points are common outside busy bars.
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Frequently asked questions
What are The Main Bar's opening hours?
Open 7 days a week, usually 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Monday: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Tuesday: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM; Thursday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM; Friday: 2:00 PM – 2:30 AM; Saturday: 2:00 PM – 2:30 AM; Sunday: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Is The Main Bar open on Sunday?
Yes, The Main Bar is open on Sundays: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Where is The Main Bar located?
The Main Bar is located at 16 West Main Street, Columbus, OH 43215.
What is the phone number of The Main Bar?
You can call The Main Bar at (614) 228-3129.
Does The Main Bar offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for The Main Bar. Listed service options: outdoor seating.
Is The Main Bar open late?
Yes – The Main Bar is open until 10 PM or later on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
What else is near The Main Bar?
There are 123 other places to eat and drink within a mile of The Main Bar. Nearby options include High Street Grill (< 0.1 mi), Subway (0.1 mi), and Tio's Tacos & Tequila (0.1 mi).
Are there other bars near The Main Bar?
8 other bars within a mile. The closest is Bar Cicchetti, < 0.1 mi away.
How much do bars across the US cost?
Based on 108 menus with 1,803 priced items from bars across the US, the median menu item costs $10.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.50 and $14.00.
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