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AWOL

(110 Ratings)
Military-themed in Olde Towne
Grab a drink special and hit the karaoke stage at this casual, popular bar.


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Reviews

bigger
bigger
Over a year ago

Don't miss it

Went here a couple of times with friends. Had a great time. My impressions of Columbus have been superb.


Zillafag
Zillafag
Over a year ago

Great Local bar

HUGE outdoor patio and very smoker friendly even though I just quit smoking it is the best bar for smokers. They have a section on the patio that is heated during the cold months. Bartenders are lots of fun and strong drinks.Do not pay attention to older reviews here as the place has been fixed up and they always are making it better.


rwalmer
rwalmer
Over a year ago

Best Local and Out of town bar

Great sexy bartenders and they are a bunch of fun people. They dress up in drag to raise money 2 x a year for charity and the croud is always great


wvicon
wvicon
Over a year ago

Great neighborhood bar off the beaten path.

AWOL is located a little off the beaten path when compared with the location of most of the other bars in Columbus. It has a neighborhood bar environment and is not terribly crowded. Well-decorated and clean, the patrons are friendly and the smoking patio is among the nicest of the local bars. The only negative aspect about my visit was the somewhat cold attitude of the staff. If you are looking for a nice place to have a drink before going to the busier dance bars or looking for someone special, AWOL is a good choice.


friendly
friendly
Over a year ago

Small kind of a hole in the wall but always busy. Never have problem meeting men there everyone i've talked to is very friendly so far. prices are cheap! Great smoking patio.


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