Union Cafe

Name: Union Cafe
Address: 782 N High St, Columbus, OH, United States, 43215-1430
Telephone: (380) 239-2728
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

61 Reviews

$30 and under

American

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 17, 2025

11:30 p.m.

Booked 3 times today

Great for brunch
Neighbourhood gem
Great for creative cocktails

Voted Columbus' Best LGBT+ Bar, Union Cafe has been a staple in the heart of the Short North since 1996. Union is a safe space known for its generous pours, daily drink specials, and world-class drag entertainment. Our modern American menu is popularly priced and expanding throughout the spring.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Contemporary American
Hours of Operation
Daily 11:00 am–2:30 am
Phone number
(380) 239-2728
Website
https://www.facebook.com/UnionCafe/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Nate Elkovitch

Location
782 N High St, Columbus, OH 43215-1430
Neighbourhood
Columbus
Parking details
None
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Fried PicklesUS$9.50
served with ranch
Tortilla ChipsUS$6.25
served with salsa
Fried CalamariUS$10.00
served with sriracha aioli
Big Nachos*US$12.50
queso, tomatoes, cheddar jack, scallions, bell peppers, jalapeno, lettuce, sour cream, salsa black bean
- ChickenUS$13.50
Cheese CurdsUS$9.75
served with marinara sauce
Fried Wings*US$9.75
buffalo | bbq
Soft Pretzel Sticks [4]US$8.00
honey mustard, ranch, or marinara

Loaded Pub Fries or Tots

Loaded*US$8.00
queso, cheddar jack, bacon, scallions, ranch
White TruffleUS$7.25
shredded parm & truffle oil

Salads

House GreensUS$11.00
arugula, romaine, savoy cabbage, red wine vinaigrette, candied pecans, crumbled bleu cheese
Chef SaladUS$11.00
mixed greens, cucumber, croutons, tomato, bacon, shredded cheese, turkey, ham, ranch
Kale CaesarUS$9.25
kale, romaine capers, croutons, shaved parm, boquerones

Proteins

Crispy or Grilled Chicken, TofuUS$8.00

Large Plates

Chicken Salad Sandwich*US$13.50
chicken, celery, onions, ranch-based sauce
Turkey Club*US$13.50
honey smoked turkey, bacon, romaine, swiss, adobo sauce, Ito
Stack Burger*US$10.00
Choice of cheese: american, swiss, habanero jack, mozzarella, cheddar. Choice of bread: brioche bun, texas toast, or wrap Itop
- DoubleUS$13.00
- TripleUS$16.00
Kickin Chicken*US$13.25
choice of cheese, habanero mayo, pickles, crispy bbq & cheddar | grilled | crispy buffalo & bleu
Quesadilla*US$12.75
Fajita: grilled chicken or veggie. Crispy chicken: buffalo or bbq
Pad Thai*
- VegUS$13.00
- Chicken, Tofu, or ShrimpUS$15.00

Dessert

NY CheesecakeUS$6.50
CustardUS$4.00
Soft Pretzel Sticks [4]US$9.00
served with salted caramel
Mile-High Chocolate CakeUS$7.00

Sides

RegularUS$4.00
pub fries | tots | basmati rice
PremiumUS$6.00
1/2 house greens | 1/2 chef salad | 1/2 kale caesar

Daily Specials

Tuesday - Free Chips & Salsa
queso +$1
Wednesday - $1 Off Stack Burgers*
Saturday - Drag Brunch
11a-1p
Sunday - Select Brunch Menu
10a-2p

Weekly Entertainment

Monday - Karaoke
10p-2a
Wednesday - Wednesdays Are a Drag
10p
Thursday - Long Island Thursday Show
10p
Saturday - Drag Brunch
11a; noon show

What 61 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.8Service
5Ambience
4.8Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Columbus
Best Value
Columbus
Great for brunch
Columbus
Hot spot
Columbus
Neighbourhood gem
Columbus
Lively
Columbus
Best Value
Columbus
Great for brunch
Columbus
Hot spot
Columbus
Neighbourhood gem
Columbus
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Union Cafe offers a vibrant atmosphere, especially during its popular drag brunch and Drag Race Fridays. Guests enjoy "excellent service," "delicious food," and "wonderful drinks," with strong mimosas and friendly staff enhancing the experience. The entertainment is engaging, creating a fun and lively environment that keeps patrons coming back for more.

61 Reviews

RW
RobynW
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great brunch at Union Cafe. Waiter was great. Food was great!
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Rick
VIP
Columbus
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Colin the waiter was amazing!!! The drag show is also a great time!
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B
Bobby
Columbus
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
There were 5 of us and we were there to watch drag race so it was busy. Kevin was our server. He’s always a sweetheart, quick and efficient. I love Unions Drag Race Friday tradition. It’s a great opportunity to get together with community and watch something. Always a good time.
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J
Justin
Columbus
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We came to Union Cafe to watch the Drag Race premier and got sat at the table closest to the stage where the hosting drag queens sat. For food, we ordered the Reuben & Cajun Alfredo, both of which tasted great and had a favorable price. Our servers were sure to keep our water glasses full and ensured we had a great experience. The noise level was pretty loud, which is to be expected on a night where a drag race episode is airing - but the noise level did not take away from the ambiance! The night had a very good energy and is the reason we continue to come back to Union Cafe so often.
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Reagan
Columbus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Took my wife for her birthday to the Drag Brunch. Excellent experience! Friendly staff, good food, fantastic entertainment. We will definitely come back.
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K
Kathy
Columbus
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The brunch was very good and a great value. My only negative comment is that the music was extreme loud before the drag show starts and made it difficult to have a conversation.
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M
Mbabndah
Columbus
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great time especially for drag brunch! And always looking forward to be back!
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L
Linda
Columbus
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 6, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Drag brunch was so much fun! Omelet very tasty and the mimosas were strong. Grab your friends and get there for a good time
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M
Maria
Columbus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely incredible service, delicious food, and wonderful drinks. The drag brunch was the best. Will be back 100%
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B
Bryan
Cleveland
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on September 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had great service and wonderful food and drinks. Our server was Kollin and he was excellent. The food was delicious. I would highly recommend this bar/restaurant to anyone. We will be back. Thanks again. Everything was great.
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FAQs

Union Cafe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (380) 239-2728.

Union Cafe is rated 4.8 stars by 61 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 17, 2025

11:30 p.m.

Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

782 N High St, Columbus, OH 43215-1430

Additional information

Neighbourhood
Columbus
Hours of Operation
Daily 11:00 am–2:30 am
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Nate Elkovitch
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.facebook.com/UnionCafe/
Phone number
(380) 239-2728

Union Cafe

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Small Plates

Fried PicklesUS$9.50

Tortilla ChipsUS$6.25

Fried CalamariUS$10.00

Big Nachos*US$12.50

Cheese CurdsUS$9.75

Fried Wings*US$9.75

Soft Pretzel Sticks [4]US$8.00

Loaded Pub Fries or Tots

Loaded*US$8.00

White TruffleUS$7.25

Salads

House GreensUS$11.00

Chef SaladUS$11.00

Kale CaesarUS$9.25

Proteins

Crispy or Grilled Chicken, TofuUS$8.00

Large Plates

Chicken Salad Sandwich*US$13.50

Turkey Club*US$13.50

Stack Burger*US$10.00

Kickin Chicken*US$13.25

Quesadilla*US$12.75

Pad Thai*

Dessert

NY CheesecakeUS$6.50

CustardUS$4.00

Soft Pretzel Sticks [4]US$9.00

Mile-High Chocolate CakeUS$7.00

Sides

RegularUS$4.00

PremiumUS$6.00

Daily Specials

Tuesday - Free Chips & Salsa

Wednesday - $1 Off Stack Burgers*

Saturday - Drag Brunch

Sunday - Select Brunch Menu

Weekly Entertainment

Monday - Karaoke

Wednesday - Wednesdays Are a Drag

Thursday - Long Island Thursday Show

Saturday - Drag Brunch

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Union Cafe offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Union Cafe restaurant rated?

Is Union Cafe currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

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