Hey there, Columbus explorers and party cyclists! Get ready to experience the thrill of a bike tour blended with the delight of happy hour bar hopping. Introducing the Trolley Pub Columbus Happy Hour Tour: for only $25 per rider or $349 for a private 15-seated tour, this unique adventure allows you to soak in the best of Columbus’ bar scene, all while enjoying the great outdoors. Hop aboard for our unbeatable 5 PM & 5 10 PM slots, Monday through Thursday.
Without further ado, let’s uncover the fantastic happy hour stops that could be part of your Trolley Pub journey. Our destinations include the most iconic Columbus neighborhoods: the Italian Village, Short North, and Arena District/Downtown.
🚲 Italian Village: Kick-starting The Journey
Bada Bean Bada Booze
Your Trolley Pub adventure ignites at Bada Bean Bada Booze. nestled in the heart of the Italian Village. This artisanal coffee shop by day, cocktail bar by night is renowned for its flavorful mixed drinks and delicious pastries. Be sure to catch their happy hour from 4-7 PM, Monday to Friday for half beer,wine, and house cocktails.
City Tavern
Next, take a short ride to City Tavern. This spot offers a homely, classic tavern setting where you can enjoy discounted drafts and cocktails during their happy hour, running from 3-6 PM every weekday with $4.50 Drafts, $4 Well, $3.50 Domestics, $4 select craft cans, $6 wine glasses, $5 small plate appetizers.It’s the ideal place to build the momentum for your Trolley Pub journey!
🚲 Short North: The Art and Soul of Columbus
Standard Hall
Once you hit the vibrant Short North, your first stop should be Standard Hall. Known for its lively atmosphere and unbeatable ‘Can’t-Miss’ Happy Hour, they offer half-off pizzas & appetizers along with $3 cans, drafts, and well pours from 4-6 PM, Tuesday through Friday.
Bodega
Just a pedal away, you’ll find the one and only Bodega. Renowned for its wide selection of craft beers and notorious $2 grilled cheese on Mondays, their happy hour runs from 4-8 PM, Monday to Friday, with half-off all drafts & $4 wells!
Union Café
The tour continues at Union Café, a beloved LGBTQ+ spot in The Short North. With a daily happy hour from 3-6PM, it’s a great spot to enjoy $2 off wells & margs, $6 small plates, $3 beers, $5 wines, and $6.50 shots
Pint House
Last but not least in the Short North is the Pint House. Their daily happy hour from 3-6 PM promises $3 domestic drafts, $6 craft/import drafts, half off APPETIZERS and PIZZAS..
🚲 Arena District & Downtown : The Final Hub
Whistle & Keg
Roll into the Arena District and hit up Whistle & Keg. With a pour your own beer wall that features many local favorite craft brews and a huge outdoor patio, this is the spot you’ll want to stop at. Their Happy Hour is Mon – Fri from 3-6pm and features 25% of all taps
Elevator Brewery and Draught Haus
Finish your tour on a high note at the Elevator Brewery and Draught Haus. Get a taste of history with their ‘Hoppy Hour’ from 3-6 PM on Tues – Fri, featuring $2 off all alcohol and appetizers.
And there you have it, your Trolley Pub Columbus Happy Hour Tour blueprint. Remember, this journey is all about flexibility, so mix and match your favorite stops. Stay safe, have fun, and let the happy hour memories roll in. Here’s to you, Columbus! Cheers! 🍻🚲
