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  • 4/5 Tia U. 2 years ago on Google
    This hip restaurant is located in located In downtown Columbus. First I love the exposed brick inside. It really adds character and charm to this location. The menu options were not overwhelming for brunch. It included some of the staple options such as Chicken and waffles and French toast made their way which is deep fried. We enjoyed drinks such as pineapple mimosas and Tequila Sunrise. I decided to try something different with ordering French toast and chicken. The chicken is a breaded seasoned chicken breast. It comes with a buffalo dipping sauce. Five star delicious. I only gave four starts as the parking with street parking. Be prepared to pay for parking at a lot that is within walking distance. I will go back again to enjoy some more of their delicious food options. Give it a try.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lana P. 2 years ago on Google
    Exceptional service! We went there for brunch on a Saturday to celebrate my friend’s birthday! They don’t take reservations for brunch but we were told to get there right when they open (11am) and that’s what we did! We got a table right way! Food was so great! And prices were also great!
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 John L. 1 year ago on Google
    Decent food and great service even though they were short staffed. The food was good. Not mind blowing but good. The music was really loud though.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Scotch With E. 2 years ago on Google
    We decided to stop downtown to grab some brunch and made the choice to check out The Walrus off of Main St. The location is very nice, decor was themed for the holiday and the music was upbeat and trendy. Our server Aty was excellent and attentive. She made great recommendations and made sure our food come out quickly. Everything was delicious! The Short Ribs, Brunch Burrito were excellent. We always sat next to a couple who order the El Morsa and the Chicken and Candied Bacon Melt. It looked delicious! If you are downtown and want to chow down stop it.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Shannon W. 1 year ago on Google
    Good service and Good happy hour. But the food is mediocre. Got the burger and the bottom bun was so soggy. I think they were running out of fries because we had 2 different types on our plates.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Shayne P. 2 years ago on Google
    Cool atmosphere and good food. We had drinks and apps and everything was really delicious. I highly recommend the Goat Cheese and Marinara dish, it is INCREDIBLE!!! Only negative was that our server seemed slightly annoyed that we weren’t staying for dinner but we tipped well so hopefully it made up for our short visit. Edit/Add-on ***We went a second time. Food was good but needed more salt. The service was once again the worst part of the visit.***
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tricia H. 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent! We loved the fun atmosphere and friendly staff, we got great service, and excellent food! We've looked all over town for a good lobster roll and finally found one. We will be back!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mike T. 10 months ago on Google
    Good food. 90% of staff are great. Be prepared, they love CNN to be on their TV's. Gotta try the nachos, love the taco salad with chorizo, walrus fries too. Honestly haven't had a bad meal here yet. Been coming for past several years now.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Jacob G. 1 year ago on Google
    Tried this place out and it was pretty good. Definitely interested in going again. Our server, Evan i think his name was, was extremely friendly and nice. We started off with the shirt rib sliders which were excellent. Also tried the soup of the day which was roasted red pepper soup and that was pretty tasty, kinda like a tomato soup but pepper. My wife had the lobster mac n cheese. I have had plenty of lobster mac and cheese and this one was not one of my favorites. It seemed kinda bland and the cheese was kind of grainy, this happens when you use pre-shredded cheese because it has an anti clumping powder on it. I had the fish n chips which was the special of the day. It was really good tasting, but the fish was small strips so there was a lot of breading per fish. The batter they use is very good though. We are very interested in trying some of the other menu items. Hope to see you guys soon!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Ayana W. 2 years ago on Google
    It is truly the end of an era. I used to be a regular customer The Walrus and one of its most loyal. But the last time I went into there for brunch, I was stolen from. When my bill arrived, I tipped a little more than average, because like I said, I'm a loyal customer there. But when I looked at my credit card statement, the staff at The Walrus had decided to change the tip that I had added, made it more, and then charged my card for an amount that I did not agree to pay. I didn't know it was a thing for anybody to change the amount of tip that a customer left. But, trying to be the good customer that I am, I called The Walrus and attempted to have this taken care of. I was given a lot of lip service and promises of resolution, but eventually had to go to my bank in order to get this issue resolved. The result is I will never be going back to The Walrus and I don't know that you should be either. I have always been the type to go to a restaurant for decent food but excellent service, which is what The Walrus is. The food is okay but now I know that the staff is full of thieves. So, if you want to go there, I guess be my guest. But I would suggest bringing cash every time!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bob G. 1 year ago on Google
    We went to the Walrus on Tues 5 April. We had 6:15 reservations and were seated directly at a table with a reserved sign. Our server was there almost immediately with two glasses of water and menus. On the server's return choosing beers was discussed, and the server was very knowledgeable. My wife ordered the Chilled house lobster salad on a buttered New England roll. $26 or one roll for $16, and I ordered the hot Pastrami on toasted rye with Swiss cheese, sauerkraut & thousand island dressing. 13.50. Our dinners were out to us very quickly. The lobster rolls were large, and the lobster was plentiful. The Pastrami was well-cooked juicy, tender, and tasty. Our server came back to check on us just on several times. A great evening. Well done to the Walrus!!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Allisya 1 year ago on Google
    The service was amazing. Our server was on top of everything and we didn't have to wait for a thing! Food was OK, wasn't the greatest but wasn't the worse, good bar food! It was slightly pricy too but nothing too crazy. Their bathrooms are filthy but fits the bar theme so can't complain too much. Overall, I would return if someone suggested it but won't go on my own.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 CocoBel H. 1 year ago on Google
    First time trying this place! Awesome atmosphere, friendly waitress, & great food! I got the Hoagie, boyfriend got the Maple Burger, kids got the kid's cheeseburger. All was delicious! Fries are soooooo good.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sam K. 1 year ago on Google
    I haven only gotten food to-go but it’s always good. I love their steak fries!! I usually get the lobster rolls, which are also great.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Kyaira S. 9 months ago on Google
    Me and some family stopped in here for a quick bite after a Clippers game. So happy they are open late and we were seated right away. Our drinks and menus came and we were informed that there may be a bit of a delay as there were only 2 servers there. Despite the warning our server was super friendly and great at explaining our menu items. We only waited 10 mins for our food and it was hot and accurate. Would’ve given five stars but my fried chicken sandwich wasn’t golden brown like I expected it was dark brown and black around the edges. I like my meat well done so I didn’t mind but that would be my only negative about this place.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Miguel H. 4 months ago on Google
    Haven’t been to The Walrus in about 6 years and recently had brunch their with some family members. I had their Breakfast Sandwich served with seasoned breakfast potatoes. The sandwich was deliciously savory because the buttery croissant flavor and the avocado. Yummy! We ordered a pitcher of Bottomless Mimosas. I think for a party of 3 we had 6. Compliments to our server (Jacob) for attentive, humorous, and prompt service. Modern decor with comfortable seating. Parking for a fee (contingent on time of day) out front and across the street. Cool crowd. Decent prices.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Erik G. 1 year ago on Google
    Down from Michigan to work. Looked up karaoke bar. Came in for the singers but ended up having one of the best pastrami sammies of my life. Bartenders were on point and quick and friendly. I’d come back again.

  • 4/5 Sara S. 2 years ago on Google
    The waitress was super friendly and helpful in making my drink selection. I tried the sweet potato tacos and the Wally Smash, which were pretty tasty. We had to wait a bit for the food, but not too bad for how busy it was. It was noisier than I'd expected, but still had a relaxed, fun atmosphere. And since it was nice outside, they had the front open.

  • 4/5 Emily C. 2 years ago on Google
    The evening staff was very friendly when we stopped in for cocktails. We went back the next day and the hostess, with short hair, yelled at us to put facemasks on. We didn’t know they were requiring them since we didn’t wear a mask the night before. That hostess needs to be trained on customer service. We ended up leaving and going to the barbecue spot up the road. It was delicious.

  • 5/5 Jeff M. 2 years ago on Google
    Great burgers and amazing fries! They had the order ready for pickup in short order. Staff were friendly and helpful. Would definitely eat here again.

  • 2/5 Kenya M. 2 years ago on Google
    My family and I come to the walrus often and we love the food and atmosphere here today unfortunately I had a poor experience with the host at the front she was rude and very unprofessional I asked to be seated at a booth and she said No! Them left us waiting to be seated LUCKLY the nicest waitress there misty was able to get us seated and was so nice the entire time

  • 5/5 Dustin P. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice spot for a good time and great eats. Cool vides!

  • 4/5 Craig A. 2 years ago on Google
    Overall? A pretty good place. I had the sweet potato tacos. Some of the potatoes were cooked all the way through and some were not. My brother had to send back a salad that had way too much dressing. But the atmosphere was solid, the TVs were plentiful, and most of the food was pretty good. A decent selection of healthier options, lots of the traditional sports bar fare, and some creative items on the menu as well. Overall, I'd say it's above average even though there were a couple of hiccups.

  • 4/5 Steve P. 3 years ago on Google
    Excellent food menu, atmosphere, and prices! Beer and cocktail selection is a bit limited but still something for everyone.

  • 5/5 Heather W. 3 years ago on Google
    Allen or Alan was stellar and wonderful. I feel like he knew what I wanted before ordering.

  • 5/5 Rick H. 3 years ago on Google
    The house salad has a nice variety though the bacon bits were a bit too hard. I like crispy bacon but these seemed a bit too hard. Tasty salad other than that. The pastrami on rye togo held up well without the sauerkraut & thousand island dressing. The siad of brussel sprouts were good but I'd have liked em better crispy. Service was excellent & friendly.

  • 5/5 Ivets 2 years ago on Google
    Bottomless mimosas! They were very generous with the champagne. Our glasses never went dry. We were in from out of town and asked for them to put on the Pitt game at the same time the Ohio State game was on, and they did! Bar tenders were very attentive. We ate the El Morsa, which was very good and huge portion. Would definitely come back here!

  • 5/5 Jeff W. 2 years ago on Google
    After a 2 hour + drive from the Akron area in a torrential downpour and wearing myself out looking through vinyl at Spoonful Records nearby, went searching for a local eatery. The Walrus caught my eye, so took a chance. Ordered the House special burger, the "Big Rig" and a glass of freshly brewed iced tea. Best burger and fries I can remember devouring! The iced tea and service was superb. Made my day. Bringing my wife back very soon to savor the experience with me!

  • 5/5 Theresa F. 3 years ago on Google
    Loved the food, staff and atmosphere. Will definitely be back!

  • 5/5 Emily T. 10 months ago on Google
    Fairly busy when I went, sat in the bar area and was very pleased with the service! Ate the nachos, fried poblano's and the lobster rolls. Everything tasted great. Bonus: there was live music

  • 5/5 Joshua E. 10 months ago on Google
    So me and my daughter were coming back from her college registration down and Hawking. I told her to find a place when we were heading back home and this is what she found. The atmosphere is awesome and the food is excellent the appetizer ahead was called a lobster pierogi. It definitely was not a pierogi like you would think of. Almost tastes like a version of clam chowder with lobster as protein. The waitress we had was very energetic polite and awesome to service us.

  • 4/5 Craig 6 months ago on Google
    A great spot I popped into for lunch. Service was quick and very friendly. The taco salad was delicious and the short rib had to be the best bang-for-buck in the category I've had in town. Construction outside was loud with the open garage-style windows, but it wasn't enough to outshine this nice little spot.

  • 5/5 Bradley B. 5 months ago on Google
    Went Saturday night for football and late dinner. Great Sports bar! TV setups were perfect and staff would promptly adjust which games anyone requested for specific TVs. live blues band at 10pm was good and stage was perfect distance from tables. FOOD was much better than typical sports bar and chain food, but still appropriately priced for good quality and better options. Loved the $4 option 16oz PBR can. Place was crowded but guests were chill and service was great. Definitely will return if im ever back in Columbus during a game. This place is run very well and cares about the guest experience which is why I'm writing this review.

  • 5/5 Dan Tres O. 4 months ago on Google
    This was a last minute choice for us but it came highly recommended. We left the Galaxy Con at around 10:30 PM and were looking for someplace to eat. One of our friends recommended the Walrus. The staff was super friendly and helpful. We were seated quickly despite how packed it was. I was extremely hungry since that last meal I ate was at lunch and I walked around from about 4pm until 10PM at the Greater Convention Center. We were able to order quickly and our food came back fast. I ordered the breaded chicken sandwich and fries. I ordered a pineapple juice. I am used to great food but so so fries. At Walrus, even the fries were great. The atmosphere was chill despite the crowd. They had a great band playing that performed a variety of genres of music. I definitely plan on returning if I am out late in Columbus.

  • 5/5 Jenny P. 5 months ago on Google
    Our waiter was extremely helpful with his recommendations and was super nice. It was a bit loud at lunchtime. Food was good! Lobster Mac n cheese was amazing.

  • 5/5 Megan N. 4 months ago on Google
    Service was the absolute best. The appetizer menu is top notch, brussel sprouts were delicious, and the Wallie Hoagie was definitely a grand choice!

  • 5/5 morton u. 3 months ago on Google New
    Lunch menu was quite ample. I was unaware my burger was open face, but very good. The hummus appetizer tasted fresh, but could have used more veggies or crackers, but that's maybe more a testimony to the volume of hummus we were given.

  • 5/5 Kristine B. 3 years ago on Google
    Outstanding site for delicious bar food. Got there near six, it wasn't packed at all. Really nothing but great experiences here, so I will be back. Prices were average for the menu.

  • 5/5 Suzanne L. 3 years ago on Google
    We love the Walrus, Calamari, French fries & Candied bacon grilled cheese are WINNING!

  • 5/5 Roberto C. 3 years ago on Google
    Simply delicious.

  • 5/5 Matthew L. 3 years ago on Google
    Quality food and beer. Diverse menu

  • 1/5 Jazzy K. 3 years ago on Google
    None of the food has any flavor. The lobster mac is gross and the buffalo chicken sliders are super greasy.

  • 4/5 Darlene F. 3 years ago on Google
    Lobster rolls were great.. Will return again.

  • 5/5 Kurt R. 3 years ago on Google
    The bartenders and staff here are great. I haven't had anything bad and you can't go wrong with their lobster rolls

  • 5/5 Nick H. 3 years ago on Google
    Very tasty food

  • 5/5 Amanda A. 3 years ago on Google
    Delicious food and a great atmosphere

  • 5/5 Charles C. 3 years ago on Google
    Great staff and food!

  • 4/5 james s. 3 years ago on Google
    Very good dinner! Very busy for Sunday brunch in spite of 15 degree temps and Covid restrictions..good service too..

  • 5/5 Katherine Z. 3 years ago on Google
    I like the atmosphere here. And they had delicious tacos for taco Tuesday.

  • 5/5 Singa G. 3 years ago on Google
    Big rounded bar, nice and dark. Bartenders are great. Favorite bar food in downtown

  • 5/5 Julie T. 3 years ago on Google
    Tap menu is always great, food is fresh and service is on point! Ask for Allen if you're looking for one of the best bartenders in Columbus!

  • 1/5 Kaleb V. 3 years ago on Google
    Fries are delicious. Everything is bland. Giddy up burger, bland. Lobster mac and cheese, bland. Buffalo chicken ranch sliders, tasted like boiled chicken topped with watered down franks red hot and served on hamburger buns from Walmart. Would not recommend.

  • 5/5 Kellyanne K. 3 years ago on Google
    If you're in Columbus, definitely hit this spot. Service was great and the food is fresh, tasty.and plentiful. Ordered the lobster roll - highly recommend this. Add some Cholula, lunch of champions! Others at our table had the french onion soup - once we smelled it, we ordered it too. Very, very good. Cheese burger is a thumbs up and the crab cake sliders are super. Great local beer on tap. They have a tasty dark with coffee undertones - fun alternative to my usual Guinness. I bought a t-shirt, so that pretty much says it all.

  • 5/5 Josh S. 3 years ago on Google
    This place is second to none! They put on a small (less than 10) person gathering, segregated in their game room for us that was spectacular. Felt very safe and the food / bottomless mimosas were amazing. Very well done, we've never had such great service! Get the lobster rolls!!!!!!

  • 5/5 Mark K. 3 years ago on Google
    Great ambience. Amazing staff. Terrific variety of food and drinks. With The Walrus, it's nothing but good times!

  • 1/5 J J. 3 years ago on Google
    Where do I begin... This was my first experience walking into a restaurant since COVID turned this city upside down. I was excited to get out of the house for a little bit, especially knowing that I was about to dine on some really great food, from a reputable place after reading phenomenal reviews... I walked in and sat down. There was a female bartender with black shoulder length hair ( In a pony tail) who didn't even look up from the register to notice me sitting at the bar. Mind you, I was sitting directly in front of her.... Then another female worker with blond shoulder length hair in a pony tail walked by, and the two started a conversation, and walked away from me. It then took about 10 minutes of me sitting there, to realize that I never received a menu, nor service. I was the sole patron at the bar, with only two tables in the restaurant. I then noticed a good friend of mine named Ben, who greeted me with the warmest of greetings. I would have expected this warm hospitable greeting upon entry from the staff prior, and not after being in your establishment for 10 minutes. After Ben handed me the menu. A few moments later, a middle aged couple sat at the bar, and the female bartenders eagerly greeted them with warm smiles and a menu. I then continued to look at the menu, and pay no mind while I glanced over your offerings. It was at this moment that I was over looked again, and the couple was serviced. The female employee then walked past me AGAIN with not a glance, not head nod, no recognition that I was even sitting there. I felt invisible. It was truly a let down, seeing as how this was my first time out and about since the beginning of COVID. I then waited a few more moments until Ben came back around from counting his tips, and noticing that I had not been serviced. He was just as surprised as I was. He apologized, and offered to help me. If it wasn't for Ben, I wouldn't have been acknowledged in this restaurant. After taking my Wally Bash order, I noticed that the Same couple that sat after me had just received their slider appetizers and two drinks. It was at this moment where Ben and I noticed this, and as he embarrassingly attempted to apologize, I informed him that this was all I needed to see, to realize that I'm not welcomed. It was a shame because I REALLY was looking forward to the lobster roll that I heard so much about. This service really fell below my expectations of your establishment, given the reviews from previous patrons. At a time where you would think that any and all patrons would be eagerly welcomed into the restaurant, I wasn't even acknowledged. Walking out to see the beautiful, lit up "Columbus" light instillation, with "Love" being illuminated was a punch to the gut, after this lack luster experience, there was no love felt. Being in the hospitality industry myself, i know the importance of making sure that everyone is felt welcomed. I never thought that I would be the one to feel so shunned, in my own field. I hope that this reaches the right person so that this could be addressed, and used as a teaching experience. You never really know what the next person is going through. You have the ability to really make someone's day.... Be sure to remember that, and carry yourself accordingly. May Peace be upon you.

  • 5/5 Hamdallah 3 years ago on Google
    Good food, great atmosphere

  • 5/5 Dontai J. 3 years ago on Google
    Friendly staff and Great Food!!

  • 5/5 jeffrey f. 3 years ago on Google
    Good Friday special good beer

  • 5/5 katie j. 3 years ago on Google
    Lobster roll was excellent!

  • 5/5 Reginald H. 3 years ago on Google
    Been going there for a while

  • 5/5 Angie C. 3 years ago on Google
    Great environment. Fun staff. Good food. Drinks are on point

  • 5/5 Sarah V. 3 years ago on Google
    This cute, local, little place is one of my favorite places in Bismarck. Great variety of beers on tap and daily specials! Our favorites are the pizza and the Thor.

  • 5/5 eric s. 3 years ago on Google
    Love the atmosphere and the service. Definitely a good place for some drinks and food.

  • 5/5 Elisha W. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food and great service. They have a good amount of unique burgers on their menu and various special burgers that change frequently. A panhandler wandered in and the server was on top of it before the panhandler could even finish talking. We never had an empty glass on our table and he kept us laughing the whole time.

  • 5/5 Chelsea J. 3 years ago on Google
    Super friendly staff and great prices!

  • 5/5 John M. 3 years ago on Google
    Had the grilled Canadian bacon sandwich. You can’t go through life missing this one.

  • 5/5 Faith R. 3 years ago on Google
    Our waiter, Allen was the best! To notch service and personality🙂

  • 5/5 Brandon B. 3 years ago on Google
    Didn't have any food but the drinks were reasonable and the laughs were plenty.

  • 5/5 C R. 3 years ago on Google
    Outstanding location for quality Bar food. It has a great atmosphere. This place has many reviews for a reason.

  • 5/5 Tanner S. 3 years ago on Google
    Service and food was amazing! Great happy hour

  • 5/5 Beautinsuccess 3 years ago on Google
    Service was fast and friendly. The best loaded nachos I have ever tasted. I get it everytime I’m in town.

  • 5/5 Dave D. 3 years ago on Google
    Love this place!!! It's a fun place to hang out and the service is great!. KAYLA IS THE BEST!!!


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Paid parking lot
    • ✓️ Paid street parking
    • ✓️ Somewhat difficult to find a space
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Food at bar
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Happy-hour food
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Happy-hour drinks
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Kerbside pickup
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating
    • ✓️ No-contact delivery
  • From the business
    • ✓️ Identifies as women-owned

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