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Stories on High, Columbus, OH

Stories on High

4.6
4.6
400 Reviews
$50 and over
Tapas / Small Plates

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2 people
22:30
Booked 14 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Hot spot
Stories on High is an age restricted venue. 21+ for entry.
The tallest rooftop bar in Columbus, Stories on High towers 28 stories over High Street, providing panoramic views of downtown Columbus – ideal for date night! This upscale rooftop lounge provides contemporary and classic interpretations of cocktails & small plates led by Executive Chef Sebastian LaRocca. While reservations are encouraged, guests are welcome to walk in to experience seating in our bar area as well as our beautiful terraces, weather permitting.



Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Japanese, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Tue–Thu 16:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–01:00 Dinner Tue–Thu 16:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    (614) 484-5285
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Sebastian LaRocca
  • Area
    Columbus
  • Cross Street
    High Street between Nationwide and Vine
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • FYR Dinner & Stories on High General Admission

    US$175.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Enjoy a FYR Short North dinner reservation + Stories on High general admission. Includes: Dinner reservation from 5pm to 7pm in FYR Short North 4-course prix fixe dinner by Sebastian La Rocca General admission standing room access to Stories on High (featuring DJ Leek) Doors open at 8pm. Welcome cocktail at Stories on High Champagne toast at midnight Late night snack buffet from 11pm - 1am at Stories on High Take the elevator home and turn the evening into an overnight stay at Hilton Columbus Downtown. Email us at CMHDW_RES@hilton.com - we'll be glad to assist! Please note cancellations will be charged the full amount of the ticketed price and are non-refundable. Tax and gratuity will be included with each confirmed reservation.
    FYR Dinner & Stories on High General Admission photo
  • NYE-General Admission

    US$125.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Multiple times
    Stories on High General Admission: Doors open at 8pm. Dance in the New Year with us at Stories on High featuring DJ Leek from 9pm - 1am! Includes: Standing room access to Stories on High Welcome drink Late night snack buffet from 11pm - 1am Champagne toast at midnight Take the elevator home and turn the evening into an overnight stay at Hilton Columbus Downtown. Email us at CMHDW_RES@hilton.com - we'll be glad to assist! Please note cancellations will be charged the full amount of the ticketed price. Tax and gratuity will be included with each confirmed reservation. This experience is non-refundable or transferable.
    NYE-General Admission photo
  • NYE-Stories on High VIP Experience

    US$250.00 per person

    31 Dec 2024 only
    VIP EXPERIENCE: Doors open at 8pm. Dance in the New Year with us at Stories on High featuring DJ Leek 9pm-1am! Includes: Welcome cocktail Bottle service + dedicated table Late night snack buffet from 11pm - 1am Champagne toast at midnight Price is a per person minimum at each table and includes a complimentary champagne toast at Midnight. Champagne specials available on request. Take the elevator home and turn the evening into an overnight stay at Hilton Columbus Downtown. Email us at CMHDW_RES@hilton.com - we'll be glad to assist! Please note cancellations will be charged the full amount of the per person reservation. **Price does not include tax and gratuity**
    NYE-Stories on High VIP Experience photo

What 400 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Columbus

    Great for scenic views

  • Columbus

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Stories on High offers a breathtaking dining experience with "majestic views" of Columbus. Guests rave about the "amazing" atmosphere and "top-notch service". While some find the cuisine inconsistent, the cocktails and small plates generally delight. It's an ideal spot for special occasions, boasting a "wonderful experience" with unforgettable sunsets and attentive staff.

400 Reviews
  1. Braeden

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    horrible food but if they switched the menu around it’d be a 10/10 overall

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  2. Mike

    VIP

    Columbus

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Alayna is fantastic ! We love the place and the staff ! We’ve been here many times and tried almost everything on the menu …. And the sliders hands down are the best.

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  3. Christian

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great evening! Food, service, drinks, ambiance. Thank you.

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  4. Katharine

    Columbus

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The server was welcoming and knowledgeable about the menu items and cocktails. We chose the restaurant for the ambiance and we found that the service and menu were wonderful too.

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  5. Kathy

    Columbus

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sliders were excellent, but the smashed Avocado, and chicken bites, wagyu skewers and spinach artichoke wontons were disappointing. Great ambiance, great service, needs better food like the sliders.

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  6. TamikaB

    Greensboro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent, grown-up, adult ambiance offers exceptional views of downtown Columbus. Menu featured craft cocktails and small plates. Service was very attentive, friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. Perfect choice for a date night or a special occasion. Suggest you make reservations and definitely consider the "experience" option for seating with prime views of the city. Stories is definitely a "must-do!

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  7. Nicole

    Columbus

    4 reviews

    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    If you want to go just for the view sit at the bar. Sitting anywhere else the service was horrible. We waited so long just get it waited on once we were seated then are drinks were never refilled. We tried to put in an order for food but everything we wanted we were told they were not serving that item. We ended up getting one item and it did not taste good at all.

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  8. Melanie

    Columbus

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The waitress was busy never came back until summoned to come over to order more food, never asking if any issues with food or drink. The food was ok, not amazing.

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  9. G

    Columbus

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Dark lightning makes for chill environment. The food was outstanding. The drinks tasty but a little pricey. Loved the atmosphere and the different patios I would return.

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  10. Taliy

    Columbus

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    this was a very enjoyable experience. the ambience was amazing and the food was extremely good as well. the environment is relaxing and the service is excellent. i will be returning.
    Stories on HighResponded on 11 November 2024
    Thanks for the review, Taliy! We're thrilled to hear that you had an enjoyable experience at Stories on High. It's wonderful to know that our ambiance and food met your expectations. We're glad to hear that our service was up to the mark and that you found great value in your experience. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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FAQs

Stories on High is rated 4.6 stars by 400 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
22:30
Booked 14 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Stories on High

404 N High St, Columbus, OH 43215

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    High Street between Nationwide and Vine
  • Area
    Columbus
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Tue–Thu 16:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–01:00 Dinner Tue–Thu 16:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Japanese, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Sebastian LaRocca
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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