Yesterday was my first time coming here and it definitely won't be my last! Great atmosphere, this place has a lot of character!
The food is amazing, everything on the menu looks delicious. I went with the "Rocky Marciano" burger. Everything about the burger was amazing...,... The meat cooked to perfection, nice and juicy, the grilled red onions, the generous portion of melted pepper jack, the crisp lettuce and tomato, topped with thousand island dressing all between 2 slices toasted rye bread..... how is that not a winner. The house house kettle chips though are so good it would make it hard to substitute another side for them.
So if you're in the downtown area, give Ringside a try.
So much character. This place has history like few other places in Columbus.
Although the draft selection isn't that big, between the draft and bottles there are plenty of interesting beers to be had. The burgers are superb and the homemade kettle chips really seal the deal.
If you're in downtown Columbus you should not miss Ringside. It's right across from the State House. Make sure to ask for an older version of the menu which has the full history of the place.
By far one of the best Burger places in town. No matter when I go or what I order. The food is always awesome. Also the staff is on point.
Cool place and obviously a stop on your pub list based on longevity alone. Est 1897! Burger was excellent and the home made chips are the best I have ever eaten. I'm a potatoes chip kinky and these were incredible.
I had been told about this place while at a meeting in Cbus and was afraid I would not be able to find it. Luckily we did, because my hubby could not say enough about the burger! Quality meat at a perfect medium. My daughter and I shared a delicious salad and we all devoured the fries. The atmosphere was wonderful too- old charm and great staff. Will be back for sure!
Easily the best burgers in town... Great service and always going above and beyond for their customers... Would recommend this place to everyone.. Keep up the great work..
Great place and the owners remember us from a year ago! You can believe we go to this gem of a hidden place every year when in town! It feels like our own fantastic find! Tony from Oswego,New York
Just wow! Best burger I've ever eaten. I opted for the Oscar De La Hoya, but from the looks of everyone else's plates, you can't go wrong. So glad we happened upon this hidden little gem!
Christi Wilson-Leonard
+5
Wow, first time diners and we're impressed! Hubby got the Ali and I got the Dempsey burgers, they were delicious! Both had a fresh from the grill flavor and were loaded with fresh toppings. The kettle chips were the bomb too!
Stopped in because we had heard amazing things and we weren't disappointed! The food was top notch but the service was phenomenal! We will definitely return and bring friends to experience this hidden gem!
Best burger I’ve ever had! Tiny restaurant with tons of character, great little place!
Truly the best burger in the city. Stop it with this Thurman nonsense. At Ringside, you can actually get a table! And the tastiest burger!
Although Ringside has the best burgers, I had the chicken sandwich and it was great! Outstanding service! We will definitely be back!!
Amazing burgers, if not best in the city! Brown Bomber all day! The bartender, I think his name is Dan, he is super cute. I will return again to this charming place! Hey Dan! #cashmeoutside
Very cool place! Old school pub, great pub fare and great service!! Thank you!!
It is packed with small seating and limited wait space. You may be waiting outside so plan accordingly.
Service was a little slow but not too long.
The burgers themselves were worth the wait. Very juicy, right amount of toppings so you can actually hold it, and nicely seasoned. Fries were great too. Would definitely come back.
OMGEEEEEE! BEST BURGER & FRIES IN TOWN!
Super cool atmosphere & got to watch the Crew WIN! A++ // 5 ☆☆☆☆☆
Such a cool little slice of history, and I love to sit outside in the little alley in the middle of downtown. One of the best burgers you will find anywhere, but we tried the veggie burger the other day and it was THE BEST veggie burger I have ever eaten. It's made on-site with fresh vegetables, legumes, and mushrooms and was HUGE 🤤. I'm not a big meat eater, but I will come back once a week to eat that veggie burger. The onion rings, french fries, and coleslaw are also fresh and delicious. This place never disappoints.
One of the coolest hidden gems in Columbus. In an alley adorn with art and fire escapes. Super small interior but that adds to its charm. My cajun chicken sandwich was fantastic and service was super friendly and fast. It's the oldest restaurant in Columbus!
We came her for burgers and that’s what is best there!
We had the “Cajun” burger and we loved it. Meat was very high quality and flavorful. All the other ingredients were fresh and contributed to a great burger.
Place is very characteristic and old. It looks traditional and different compared to the modern places. I could imagine a lot of people not liking it… but you come here for the burger and this is surely one of the best in the city.
This hidden downtown relic is a gem! Only shorting on stars, as they had a limited menu the night I visited. The atmosphere is similar to walking into an old pub, with carved wooden benches and awesome stained glass windows. Really good burgers!
Originally saw this in Tiktok a video made by a patron. Interested in all things historic,we tried it out for lunch!!
So unique and delicious we loved it. I had the Smokey Joe BBQ burger and it was cooked to order (medium rare) and all around fun and delicious experience!
Will eat here again!!!
Beautiful hole in the wall with some of the best food you will ever have. Simple menu. Outside seating, yet still a cozy interior if your looking to avoid the crowds. I highly recommend
This is a hidden gem of a restaurant with really good burgers. It is small so if they are busy it might have longer waits for your food. I encourage anyone visiting Columbus to make their way to this alley and have a burger and homemade potato chips.
The hamburger was great and the fries were fresh. I ordered bacon on the burger but didn't receive it. I didn't realize it until I was almost finished. I didn't mention it to the waiter because that was a damn good burger. It is a dark dive bar, but totally worth it.
Adrian bought the Ringside Cafe twelve years or so ago, after having achieved decades of restaurant experience right here in Columbus.
And this is the Ringside Cafe, a small one story free standing brick built in 1897 on the intersection of two back alleys, a one minute walk from Broad and High, downtown Columbus.
The motif and menu are all about the history of professional boxing and the decor will intrigue and delight even the lightweight. I ordered the Ali, a 3/4 pound patty with lettuce, tomato, raw red onion and cheddar. Dill pickle slab and onion ring on top as garnish.
Adrian, what makes your hamburgers taste so good ?
"We grill the meat over lava rocks and use 80/20 Angus beef. When the fat drips down onto the rocks, the steam and smoke coming up really add to the texture and flavor."
It was a great lunch. Probably the best hamburger I've had. Few hamburgers in town have that delicious backyard smokey flame grilled flavor like the ones from the
Ringside Cafe
Pearl Alley
Downtown Columbus Ohio
Kayla Flow (Kayla FlowJam)
+5
Absolutely spectacular. I called ahead earlier this week to coordinate a large group for a birthday. We had a great time and everyone loved their food. This place is by far the best burger in Columbus. Their onion rings are superb. The only couple downsides - small place so they sometimes turn tables away. Only two people working tonight-just hustled all night. We go back every opportunity we have! Highly recommend!
This place is amazing. Built in 1897. Boxing theme. Ask the server about the lore and don't forget to check out the former secret fight club downstairs. 5/5
Definitely top 3 best burgers in Columbus. Huge burgers too so a great place if you’re really hungry. Worth the prices for how much food you get and the overall quality/freshness is excellent.
This is one of the best burger joints. Finding it is half the fun and you’ll find it tucked away in and alley. It’s very cozy and has a very old school vibe.
The burgers are the best and many cool boxing themed variations. I was told during prohibition there was an underground tunnel from the state house to the basement where the high rollers would sneak through for a forbidden drink.
Due to construction outside, the entry to Ringside can be a bit tough to negotiate. Well, it is worth the hassle. The Ohio TuesDayTrips Crew came here at the recommendation of our Statehouse Tour Guide.
We were able to be seated quickly even though the seating is limited. The service was outstanding! We never lacked for attention and it was given cheerfully. The decor is boxing related with some interesting stain glass windows.
Ringside is known for their burgers and they did not disappoint us. We ordered the half-pound burgers of various design with the house chips. The burgers were juicy and delicious. The chips had mixed reviews as the ladies aren’t fans of dark chips. The guys liked them though.
We would return here in a heartbeat for a burger.
Food and service were amazing! I had a basic burger and fries. The fries were home made and all the ingredients tasted fresh! If I ever come back to town I’ll stop here
I always look forward to the next time I get a fried Ruben from Ringside. It is amazing. It is beautiful. Everyone should try it at least once. Or, in my case, many, many times. Also, I love the chill atmosphere.
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