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Average Joe's

Restaurant Bar American restaurant Bar and grill Sports bar

Pub fare & a wide selection of beers on tap offered in a casual setting with sports on flat-screens. People often mention great, good, time, service, wings, table, bartender, server, drinks, beer,


Address

1515 Hilliard Rome Rd, Columbus, OH 43228, United States

Website

averagejoespubandgrill.my.canva.site

Contact

+1 614-878-6978

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.10 (944 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Saturday: 11 am to 2:30 am
  • Sunday: 11 am to 2:30 am
  • Monday: 11 am to 2:30 am
  • Tuesday: 11 am to 2:30 am
  • Wednesday: 11 am to 2:30 am
  • Thursday: 11 am to 2:30 am
  • Friday: 11 am to 2:30 am

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: great (18) good (14) time (10) service (9) wings (7) table (6) bartender (6) server (6) drinks (6) beer (6)
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  • 4/5 Jim W. 11 months ago on Google
    We enjoyed our meal tonight! Had great service and great wings and a great Italian Sub, with a good pizza! The sub was similar to Big Don's, delicious. The wings were excellent! The pizza seemed a little light on sauce but, was pretty good.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Eric P. 9 months ago on Google
    Came in around 11:30 pm on a Friday, wasn't very busy at all. The bar was full so I sat at a table near the bar. I was not greeted when I first came in and no one came to ask me if I needed any assistance even though I made eye contact with the bartender twice. There was a server that seemed to be doing nothing. Did I mention she walked by me twice as she was wiping down tables? I stayed for about 15 minutes before deciding to leave. Definitely a disappointment after not eating all day and being referred to this restaurant by a friend.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Sidney H. 1 year ago on Google
    I'm normally not a person who complains or review a place. But after the experience here I had to leave one. My friends and I sat here for over an hour and we didn't get any service. We kept going up to the bar and the bartender at the time alway got our drinks fast. Even regulars were asking us do you guys not have a server?. We have wave over so many servers and none came to take our order. Never will come to this place again. Did not feel welcomed as a POC.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Matthew S. 1 year ago on Google
    The staff was drinking behind the bar. The bar is very dark both inside and out the lack of lighting outside made me feel unsafe. The food and drinks were good not a bad place to go in a pinch but not my first choise.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Pipeburns 1 year ago on Google
    I've been here on business the last few weeks, and I've eaten here easily 7-9 times. The food is consistently great, prices are fair for the amount of food you get and their beer selection is great. With patio dining and the occasional live music/trivia/skeebal, what more could you want in a pub?
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Indira Perez C. 10 months ago on Google
    Great place to have really tasty food and have fun
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Cassidy O. 2 years ago on Google
    Wings - fire Beer - cold Atmosphere - 10/10 My favorite local sports bar, the food is great, the waitress’ kill it and there are a million TVs for all of your football needs. They will 100% change a station if you need them to. Full NFL package here so you'll never miss a game.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Edwin R. 1 year ago on Google
    Went in late for drinks. The bartender was very punctual and always got our drinks fast! Little dirty and pool table had no chalk!! Haven't tried thier food but next time definitely going to!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 mrs12 beeasy (Big B. 1 year ago on Google
    To all my beautiful black peoples please do not visit this they are very racist. They try to act like the are not but trust me they are they sat there and watched me eat every piece trod my food bib fa bit very uncomfortable Mack’s my shin crawl I was going to give the woman a tip but no I’m not sorry not sorry
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Teresa M. 9 months ago on Google
    All good. Food was good, beer cold. What else can you ask for?

  • 1/5 Khymi K. 1 year ago on Google
    I was going to hold off on writing anything, I was not present BUT I dropped off my husband and his friends at the start of the OSU vs Michigan game today, I told them I'll be running some errands and have them order food for us when we get back. I am shock and just in disbelief when they told me , I called during half time. HALF TIME that not ONE server came to their table! Not a water, a napkin, a hi or hello . NOTHING and NO ONE! It's upsetting because we were always customers every other week. I was told the bartender (whom was very professional) tried alerting the servers and THANK YOU BTW. and NOPE ...nothing! They said it was not extremely busy as there were many tables open, it didn't seem short staff because servers were at tables and just holding conversations. It was like they were picking and choosing their customers. There were some regular there who even asked my husband's table "You guys don't have a server?" .... I mean for other customers to NOTICE that? Just goes to show. We typically gather here every so often and LOVE Luke. But after today's treatment. We will be sure to never return.

  • 1/5 Raegan N. 10 months ago on Google
    Not one to usually write a negative review, but the place is not worth it. The blonde bartender was rude, she served us one drink each then said she was no longer serving us. She was hostile and threatening us…

  • 5/5 Awny W. 1 year ago on Google
    Love this place so much! I'm rarely in this area but it's a must that I stop and eat here every time. Allie (not sure the spelling) is one of the nicest people I've ever met and her service is amazing. I recommend the rum punch!

  • 1/5 Lori J. 1 year ago on Google
    Dirty tables, dirty menus, food was average but after eating went to restroom & it was a very dirty womens restroom( puke on bathroom door)! Waitress was super nice, but we won't go back. 😔🤢🤮

  • 2/5 jeva963 1 year ago on Google
    I’m going to give it a two Bc the food was so tasteless the liquor was fine but the food was bad it needs work

  • 5/5 Caitlin M. 9 months ago on Google
    Chilled, watched the fail/win videos, ate the southwest grilled wrap. Dudes came in n played some pool, girls chatting amongst themselves, interesting music because of machine you pay for. Good experience for an end of the night spot

  • 5/5 L R. 1 year ago on Google
    Food was great service was great but management not too smart fell to notice the black guy sitting by the front side door with a suitcase every time his phone would ring he would get up and go outside to the parking lot and do a handoff

  • 5/5 Jessica R. 9 months ago on Google
    Great adult place to get drinks and food. You can take kids but I wouldn't after 9PM.

  • 5/5 Michael K. 9 months ago on Google
    Food and service were great. We were pleasantly surprised and will be back in again soon

  • 4/5 DEBBIE J. 9 months ago on Google
    It was a little long but wait there and it was due to the cook having a member not available to help out but the food was good once we got it

  • 4/5 Mark M. 6 months ago on Google
    It's just DiGiorno pizza run thru the oven... But they have many good screens to watch the playoffs etc, but you should just get a quarter pounder next door for six bucks instead of some mystery burger for 11.

  • 5/5 Timelimitxceeded 5 months ago on Google
    Pub Pizza Italian sub and wings were all perfect. Five stars!!

  • 5/5 A S. 5 months ago on Google
    Honestly some if not THE absolute best wings I have ever had. We have been here several times now and it has become a regular stop on our trips to Columbus. The loaded tater tots are also great. It's a great place to eat at a great price!! My only complaint is it is so stinking loud in there I can't carry on or follow a conversation. I wish the music would get turned down a bit. I can't hear the waitress when she asks a question. I point to tell my husband what to order me. I just smile sheepishly when she comes to the table because I can't hear a dang thing she says.. it seems to be a very liked place. They have been busy each time I have been there.

  • 5/5 Tammy H. 5 months ago on Google
    Great spot with delicious food! The grilled dumplings are a must have. I always enjoy their salads and large drink menu.

  • 2/5 Chris A. 5 months ago on Google
    Crazy how you can walk in at 1:30am on a Saturday night and they say they aren't serving even though they close at 2:30. Weird too how there were 7 people at the bar drinking. Maybe the bartenders just wanted to leave early? Not sure. Guess they don't like money? Won't go again.

  • 4/5 Elvon K. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice little spot . Was very busy for a Wednesday. They were understaffed. The girls had much hustle and was doing their best . Made me a very good drink though . Have a little game area for kids. Plenty of TVs to watch and music playing . Also nice little patio

  • 4/5 Phoenixx I. 2 years ago on Google
    Fun place, sometimes the music is a little too loud. Nice beer selection & friendly service.

  • 1/5 Prospero S. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice place. But unfortunately the crew needs more training. Especially when customers are seating out side. The service it was horrible.

  • 5/5 Todd R. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food. Wings have good flavor, not really spicy. I had the Volcano Joe. Good for work lunches. Server/ bartender was excellent. Very considerate, efficient, and personable. Will definitely go back again soon.

  • 5/5 Karen G. 2 years ago on Google
    First time here meeting co workers have not seen for 16 months because if covic...Bartender was very attentive and did a great job

  • 5/5 Mike F. 2 years ago on Google
    Great food, amazing service, thirst quenching drinks....and I'm drink and out🤪🤪🤠💯⚡💥💩✌️🤙

  • 5/5 Andrew F. 2 years ago on Google
    Great looking bar staff. Always good to drink and see beautiful women. The beer was cold too.

  • 5/5 deb s. 2 years ago on Google
    Food was awesome! Waitress was fantastic! Only waitress for inside and outside. She never acted flustered and was up front to every table she was the only waitress.

  • 5/5 Sherri F. 1 year ago on Google
    Stopped in for lunch. We wanted to sit on the patio, but it was a bit too breezy, so opted for indoor dining. Nice large patio though. Rachael was our server, and she was absolutely adorable, kind and attentive. We selected a booth to sit in. No matter which direction you faced, there were plenty of TVs to glimpse the latest scores of whatever you may be following. I ordered a turkey bacon club on wheat with tater tots (gotta have my tots) and my husband ordered an Italian sub with fries. We were astounded at how fast the food came out. And it wasn't like it was just slapped on the plate. Everything was quite good. Tons of bacon on my sandwich, thick bacon. And the tots were crispy. Everything was piping hot. Bathrooms were clean. A very pleasant experience. We were passing through, or I could see us becoming regulars. Definitely would return if in the area.

  • 4/5 DiscgolfDad 2 years ago on Google
    Good food. Can't go wrong with loaded tots and wings. Service was good as well.

  • 4/5 Jordan E. 1 year ago on Google
    First time there. Staff was friendly. Most the patrons, too. Couple strange characters, though, who I was informed are regulars and best to avoid. Idk, it's stumbling distance from home so I'll prob go back.

  • 5/5 austin s. 2 years ago on Google
    Good service from the entire staff but Ally was great.

  • 4/5 joe s. 1 year ago on Google
    Bone in BBQ hot wings delicious. Coleslaw and sweet potato fries excellent.$ 7.50 per shot of tequila lesson learned, never again!

  • 5/5 Aisle T. 1 year ago on Google
    Reasonable prices for the quality and quantity of food. I got an Italian Sub and fries and enjoyed it. The atmosphere was clean and enjoyable. Waitress was friendly and knowledgeable.

  • 1/5 T L. 1 year ago on Google
    The food was ok. Our server treated is like we were in inconvenience to her day. She was short with us every interaction and made it known that we weren't welcomed.

  • 4/5 M H. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice place... Lots of space and very busy on a Saturday night. Cant review the food because I'm not hungry lol

  • 4/5 LadyWarrior 1 year ago on Google
    Went for first time today. Had the southwest chicken wrap and fries. SO had the turf and bird. Food was really good except my fries were way too salty. Ask the waitress if she could get me another batch and she did. Second batch was great! Boneless wings were cooked to perfection. Only complaint is the seats in the first booth were dirty. That’s why four stars instead of five. We will visit again.

  • 5/5 Tim K. 2 years ago on Google
    Just had dinner at Average Joe's. Had a great burger, great prices on my IPA. Service was great, food was very good (quite happy with the burger and sweet potato fries). Lots of TVs - wish NBA games would start before 9 PM, but not their fault :) I would recommend this place - the food I had was top-notch (beer prices were righteous!)

  • 5/5 Daniel L. 1 year ago on Google
    My waitress, Emma, was honestly one of the best I have had in a very long time. She was very polite. The food was delicious and the beer was cold. Couldn't ask for a more enjoyable experience.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Food at bar
    • ✓️ Happy-hour food
    • ✓️ Happy-hour drinks
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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