The Walrus

Name: The Walrus
Address: 143 E Main St, Columbus, OH, United States, 43215-5370
Telephone: (614) 817-1710
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.4

4.4

258 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

4 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 12 times today

Great for happy hour
Neighbourhood gem
Lively

Welcome to The Walrus

Located on the corner of Main & 4th in Downtown Columbus, The Walrus offers a full menu of tasty comfort food, 30 beers on draft, a full bar & wine list, and a fun, lively atmosphere to enjoy with friends, family and colleagues. Grab lunch, watch a game on one of 24 big screen TVs, or come out for an evening of dinner & drinks and enjoy some of the best live music in the region! Open for lunch, dinner & late night, full service dining & carryout, seven days a week!

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Hours of Operation
Daily 11:30–02:30
Phone number
(614) 817-1710
Website
http://www.thewalruscolumbus.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
143 E Main St, Columbus, OH 43215-5370
Area
Columbus
Parking details
None
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 258 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.5Service
4.3Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Walrus offers a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere, perfect for families and singles alike. Guests rave about the "great food," "amazing service," and a fun experience. Highlights include the diverse menu, delicious drinks, and friendly staff. Enjoy trivia nights and sports viewing, making it a fantastic choice for any occasion.

258 Reviews

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Chuck
Columbus
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Busy as to be expected, wife’s flat bread was pretty bland. My shrimp Po’boy was excellent. They fit us in an hour before our reservations do to change of plans. Waitress was the biggest issue. Slow and unattentive once our meal came out. Had to get a bartender to pay.
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Laurie
Columbus
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great time. We loved the food and were impressed with the service.
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Brian
Cleveland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place is outstanding! Our server was very accommodating. He made sure we were well taken care of.
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Rosalynn
Coastal Georgia
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 18 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great atmosphere, great food amazing service. Cover band was spot on.
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Rachel
Columbus
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 17 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We enjoyed our dinner at The Walrus. It has a tavern/pub-style feel. The clientele ranged from families with small children, to singles milling about the bar. Our server, Joey, was friendly and helpful. He helped us with our beverage & dinner selections. The kitchen staff executed and delivered our food without a hitch. Our verdict: walrus fries (their take on steak fries) were good accompaniments to the shrimp po’ boy as well as the maple burger. Those who enjoyed mixed drinks were also pleased. Good food, drinks and service means we’d all come back again.
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Steph
VIP
Cleveland
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on 11 January 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Made a reservation because we knew it was going to be a busy night and we were offered the two worst tables in the restaurant. Ended up finding seats at the bar. Love the food and service, but super-disappointed with them holding crappy tables for people who make reservations.
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Andrea
Columbus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 17 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great space for a work get together! The staff is very helpful and accommodating! Food is delicious!
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Bryan
Columbus
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 30 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service! Misty was fantastic Thanks .…………
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Rachel
Columbus
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 27 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service were great, would be a fun bar on OSU game days!
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Shaunessy
VIP
Columbus
25 reviews
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on 23 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time at the Walrus and we'll be back! Fun experience and the food was great. Thanks.
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The Walrus is rated 4.4 stars by 258 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

4 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 12 times today

143 E Main St, Columbus, OH 43215-5370

Additional information

Area
Columbus
Hours of Operation
Daily 11:30–02:30
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.thewalruscolumbus.com/
Phone number
(614) 817-1710

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