Union Cafe Bar
Fusion · Tapas Small Plates · Columbus, OH
About
A friendly mixed crowd spreads across the patio and dining room from early afternoon onward. Union Cafe Bar serves an extensive food menu with tapas and fusion-style dishes, then flips into a dance club after dark with video screens and strong drinks.
The Short North location puts you right across from Axis Nightclub , making this a popular stop before a bigger night out. Open daily from 11am until 2am, it's one of the few spots in Columbus where you can grab breakfast or pizza well past midnight.
Features
- ✓Extensive food menu with tapas and fusion dishes
- ✓Video bar turns into nightclub after dark
- ✓Open 11am-2am daily in Short North
- ✓Yelp categories include pizza and breakfast/brunch
Cuisine
Good for
What people say
Rated from 456 reviews. 423 community ratings. View this venue on Yelp
From the community
I always like stopping by whenever I'm in the area. I love the atmosphere, the friendly staff, the food, the drinks, and the great queer-friendly environment here and in this neighborhood. I always have a wonderful time here. - awesome music - cute bartenders - fun crowd
A visitor · Over a year ago
“Excellent!”
Had a wonderful time.
A guest · Over a year ago
“Perfect spot”
Excellent food and drink selection with outstanding service. Ideal location right in the middle of the Short North. Definitely a place to visit while in the city. Also, directly across from Axis Nightclub.
A recent visitor · Over a year ago
“Yas Union!”
Union Cafe has THE best cocktails and food menu in the city. Welcoming to families, amazing and energetic staff, and the ideal location in the Short North. Come unwind with a Long Island and get ready to be treated like royalty.
A local visitor · Over a year ago
“EXCELLENT”
Great vibe, wonderful drinks, and fabulous staff. Five stars all the way!!!
A visitor · Over a year ago
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Union Cafe Bar serve food? +
Yes, it has an extensive food menu with tapas and fusion cuisine. Yelp categories also include pizza and breakfast/brunch.
What are the hours? +
Open daily from 11am to 2am.
Is it gay-friendly? +
Yes, it's a well-known gay bar in the Short North with a friendly, mixed crowd.
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