Rambling House Soda Pop

What an amazing place!!! Quaint, friendly and like a family! Great drinks, great music and good food. Although the menu is limited, the taste makes up for it!

Great place to visit and a great place for the neighborhood.
We drank some good Elevator beer. Elevator had taken over the pour for a couple weeks. Nice pricing too. We listened to some nice jazz/​blues guitar work from 6 – 8. That was followed by another show 8 – 10. We had no cover, but made up for it in the tasty beer. Food menu looks enticing, but we were going to another place for dinner. So had nothing except the tasty beer and good music. They also have homemade soda-​pop.
Pleasant enough environment, and the place is very small. We did have some issues with parking. It is basically in a neighborhood, so the parking is tight. I wonder if they are having issues with the neighbors. No telling.

Wonderful place! Communal tables, live bluegrass music, house made soda, and local beers. It’s a friendly crowd and a simple place. Drinks are easy to get, staff is welcoming. The music is fun and they change the selection of beers regularly, all coming from local breweries (Ohio). My husband and I rant about how great this place is. If you like bluegrass I can almost guarantee you’ll love Rambling House!

What a great find! My friend insisted that we try out Rambling House last Saturday night and I am glad to have found a place like this in Columbus. The bar had a local band playing live folk music and some classics, all with great vocals, a banjo, a bass, acoustic guitars, and drums. The atmosphere was just the right mix of old-​timey, alternative, and hipster. It was nice to have a relaxed, yet lively place to get a drink without all the crowds, loud noise, sports-​playing televisions of other area bars (the crowd was definitely late 20s/​early 30s and up). There was a $ 5 cover, but it was definitely worth it just to listen to the band. On tap, Rambling House had a selection of 10ish local beers and a number of mixed drinks made with their homemade sodas. My first drink was made with watermelon soda and had scoops of fresh watermelon in it, which was creative but maybe a little too creative for my tastes. I next got the homemade cola, which had some of the flavors of your average Coke or Pepsi, but its herbal flavors and sweetness were really bold and natural (definitely recommend the cola!).

Friendly staff. Great music and atmosphere to hear music. Top that off with good food for reasonable price plus great beer and bourbon drinks selection, and it’s a nice place to visit.
Beers tried tonight:
Glass city pale ale — excellent
(740) Lager — ok
Buckeye Pilsner — not good

I’ve been wanting to try this place since I heard about it. I tried to stop in one afternoon on a whim and was so sad to see they didn’t open until 6 PM. I just thought this was a craft soda place and was confused why it was only open in the evening. But it’s so much more! In addition to soda, they also have many beers on tap, as well as liquor to craft some, what looked to be, amazing cocktails (I was in on a Sunday, so no liquor sales)…top that all off with an old-​timey western vibe and LIVE MUSIC! Wow! I had a great time. It’s a bar with homemade soda as it’s focus. Love that it is friendly for all ages.
Back to the matter at hand… the soda is delicious. My favorite was the sarsaparilla, and the cola came in at a very close second.

I’ve been here half a dozen times and the music, beer, soda and bands (Hayes Griffin and Adam Schlenker tonight) are always awesome. Which makes me wonder: Why have I been here only 6 times?

Rambling House is my new favorite music spot!
Everything there was wonderful — the sodas were very tastes & quality made. Add a little liquor & they became more tasty!
The crowd was my kind of crowd — there to see the music and enjoy a quality drink. Not the get hammered on anything we can find type of crowd. By the time we left, it was standing room only, but was still spacious & enjoyable.
The music is great, folk/​alternative type music which is very relaxing & enjoyable.

I’ve had my eye on Rambling House ever since I heard they make their own root beer, just never had a chance to stop in. Well, last night I had my chance. Parking is awful; they suggest parking at the school nearby. But that was the biggest downside I saw, and of course that’s not their fault.
I expected a crowd of hipsters, but found neither crowds nor hipsters. They were just opening up, and the owners (I assume) were super friendly and helpful. There is a serving bar, and lots of tables leading to a little stage. Décor is relaxed and homey, maybe a little like a saloon with the piano behind the bar, etc. It would be a great place to hear music. I was there for the root beer, though. Which turned out to be more of a sarsaparilla, and that’s what they call it. A little sweet, a little minty, a little rooty. Heavy carbonation, light color like a lager, a nice balance that would be perfect for a hot summer afternoon. Think of it as a substitute for lemonade, or that crappy light beer you don’t want anyway.
They also had ginger beer, which tastes almost like the ginger ale I’ve made from fresh ginger. Very refreshing. Also «Columbus Cola,» clear and with mild cola flavor. Those three are standards; they also had a cranberry cola from the rotating menu, which was a sort of citrus spritzer. Again, very refreshing. They sell all these in glasses or to-​go cups, or they’ll fill your growler. It’s also available on tap at Weiland’s, I hear.
They’ll put these in cocktails, and they have good beers too. I couldn’t partake at the time, but it’s a nice setup and it would be fun to hang out with the drink of your choice and relax.
It’s great to have locally made drinks, made from scratch by people doing what they love. They’re just celebrating their first anniversary, and seem to be doing well. They deserve it.

Parking is available on the street or at the Helping Hands Center further down Hudson.
Cover charge can be paid in cash or billed to your credit card when you order something at the bar. They have mixed drinks, ginger/​root beer, and colas.
The caramel apple soda is aptly named. It was a nice change of pace from the usual cola type of soda I drink.
There is quite a bit of seating. There is a picnic table towards the front which seems to be the least popular seats. Get there early for the tables/​side tables with chairs along the perimeter of the room.

This spot is amazing!
$ 5 cover to get in — well worth it. They have live music all the time, bluegrass. Both bands I have seen here were super talented. It’s a very comfortable, fun atmosphere!
The Rambling House makes their own sodas — geez! they are so good by themselves, add a little liquor and it just doesn’t get any better than this. They have a legit craft brew selection too… well, I guess it does get better.
l love the décor, it totally builds their bluegrass feel up — rustic, with barrells everywhere. Tatered art. Aged local event posters.
Parking pretty much sucks but TRH is just too cool to deduct any stars for that.

This place is freaking awesome. I went here with a small group on a Friday evening and there was plenty of space. Large tables in a surprisingly spacious converted home made for a great atmosphere. It was homey and cozy despite being essentially a bar. There was a $ 5 cover, that I was hesitant to pay initially because I wasn’t sure who the band was at all this place was somewhat lacking in reviews, but I was quickly turned about that. It was a 3 man bluegrass group playing on stage. I don’t listen to bluegrass a lot, but I really, really enjoyed the band. Their music, combined with the intimate setting was perfect.
The house sodas are all amazing. Just the standard cola is great even. I also tried their mojito spinoff, which was great, and their moscow mule take. The latter drink was really strong, and I’m not the hugest fan of ginger (it was my gf’s drink). She really enjoyed it, so I’ll take her word on their mule being great. Didn’t try any of the drinks on tap… and I’m not sure I ever will… because their mixed drinks with their sodas are so damn tasty I don’t know if I’ll ever get anything else. I wouldn’t hesitate to go here again. The only bad thing I can really think of this place is that it is kind of hard to find if you don’t know what you’re looking for, and that it isn’t open everyday!
PS: They’ve parted with the Helping Hands church there and their parking lot, a little west of Rambling House, is open to patrons at night. Might be a little hard to find though.

This has got to be one of the most unique bars in Columbus. It’s set in a house, which gives it a really cozy feel. This is a southern/​bluegrass-​inspired bar with great live bluegrass music every night that it’s open. Please note that Sundays are dry nights so only beers and sodas are served. This type of bar is not for everyone, esp the patrons that are looking for a young/​trendy vibe. I feel like it’s almost too hipster for hipsters. It feels very authentic.
Now for the drinks — their sodas are really good! My favorite is the ginger beer and a seasonal grapefruit soda. The relentless mule is pretty strong but good.
This place is also close to one of my favorite taco trucks, exotic latino grill if I get hungry.
This bar feels almost like a secret place that not many ppl know about. I hope as it gains more patrons that the vibe will remain the same.

I usually adjust my reviews to adapt to Columbus standards, but rambling house deserves five stars in any state or city. Rambling house is the guy/​gal in high school that gets along with all the different cliques without posing, catering to a specific group, or sacrificing morals.
Things I particularly love:
1. The $ 5 proceeds from the cover on the weekends go to the band.
2. Bluegrass
3. Blueberry soda and vodka
4. Ginger soda and vodka
5. Craft beer at market/​below market value
6. «Let it be» mentality
7. Drunk boobs not welcome
Come here for a happy buzz, lighthearted conversation, and good music. Be nice or go home. Make friends. Love thy neighbor.
The owners are adorable, appreciate the business, and keep the soda flowing. Think you were skimped on alcohol? Shut up and leave. Stop causing problems. The owners are more than generous and the drinks are better than any rum and coke anywhere in the world.
Parking is available on street and a lot opposite rambling house down the street going towards High street.
BIG thumbs up to this gem. I hope to see one in Cincinnati soon!

Came here on a Sunday with a couple of friends and it was definitely a fun experience. The atmosphere was just of that where you feel at home sitting in the living room drinking a beer/​pop with your amigos and listening to folks jam out on their instruments.
Sunday night was jam night where local talent just plop out their instrument and they all play along with some sweet folky jams. Friday and Saturday night usually have a line up of local bands.
The drinks on tap were great and they brew their own tasty sodas which are awesome. We tried the grapefruit, the cola, the sassafrass, and the ginger pop. All of them were amazing, lightly flavored and not overly sweet. They usually make mixed drinks with them but ok liquor on Sundays!
Definitely worth checking out!

Not at all what I expected – and thank Gaga it wasn’t…
I’m not sure why I expected hipster hell, but nothing could be further from the truth. Rambling House was on my radar for a while – mostly because my beloved Liza raved about it. Then one Saturday night, I was out with some friends who wanted to try something new… enter Rambling House.
When you walk up to the unassuming building with only a tiny chalkboard sign, it’s like you’re going to somebody’s house instead of a bar. And that feeling of being in somebody’s house completely carries through the entire experience. So without further adieu, here’s what I’m absolutely loving about RH:
*Um, they make their own soda! This is the real deal, y’all… rotating flavors (all delicious) that are completely natural, not too sweet, and one of the most unique things happening in Cbus.
*The staff! They’re so friendly and helpful. Major props to the lovely lady bartender who remembered me from one week to the next! (Yes, it was so good I went back the next week with more friends.)
*The crowd… it’s so Clintonville. We’re talking young, old, gay, straight – and everything in between. People were wearing whatever they want too; I love a place where I don’t feel out of place in my endless supply of t-​shirts, jeans, and hoodies.
*Live music! Both times I’ve been there’s been fantastic live music. We’re talking local bluegrass bands!
*The prices can’t be beat.
*The drink selection… in addition to hand-​crafted soda pop, they only carry Ohio liquors and beers.
I am already regretting writing this review because I want my new love to stay a secret – but how douchey would that be not to share a place filled with such awesomeness.
Tip: There’s a lot nearby for parking, but I’ve never had trouble with street parking.

My new go-​to when suggesting a place to meet up with friends. We came two weekends in a row — both visits included some musical performances. Nothing too loud or intrusive, just gentle bluegrass and good times. I love spending evenings in spaces like this where I can have a good conversation, and there’s something to do besides just consuming alcohol (here, the music!).
I love the vibe in here. It’s perfect for winter coziness. Kind of a rustic, communal atmosphere.
Beers are tasty, high gravity, and priced lower than I would expect.
House made sodas are flavorful and pack a punch!
One of our visits included a Pete Seeger tribute performance. The crowd was older in this case (like 65+) and they kind of didn’t seem to understand the «band in a bar» idea. They thought it was like a CONCERT, so they were annoyed with our group for talking in the back by the bar. Generally speaking, though, the crowd seems to be that perfect ageless pocket, though I’d say it tends mostly towards the 28 — 40 range.
Will be back again and again! There’s no place like it in Columbus!

Wow what a fun new place! I swear Columbus keeps opening the best bars/​restaurants after I’ve moved away.
The idea of a bar serving house made soda and using them in cocktails is fantastic. They also use OYO and Watershed spirits in their cocktails. I particularly loved the «Relentless Mule». Their ginger beer is nice and spicy and reminded me of the ginger ale from Northstar Café.
They only had the ginger beer and cola on tap when I visited. I hope they mix it up each month and offer different monthly cocktails. I see from their website that they also have other flavors like orange, root beer, and salted caramel. (Whaaaaaat?! yes!)

Ramblin’ House feels like sitting in your living room hanging out with your good friends. But here, your living room has a stage and serves home-​brewed soda pop cocktails, and your friends are some of the coolest local musicians in Columbus. Well now, aren’t you cool?
I can’t think of anything I don’t love about this place. I’ll go back tonight to see if I can find anything ;)
They have a solid list of draft beers for $ 4. No crazy 30-​beer list or anything, but good, local, carefully selected brews. Then there’s the cocktails. Three specialty cocktails listed on a chalkboard (maybe you can order something else, I didn’t ask, because I didn’t care to). The «Relentless Mule,» their version of a Kentucky mule (OYO bourbon mixed with Rambling House’s own Ginger Beer and a lime), «The Headless Horseman,» also similar to a moscow mule, made with Watershed vodka, but they add bitters which gives it a different flavor. Really good. Then there’s «The Rambler,» which I wasn’t big on, but my guy loved them. Made with OYO whiskey and the Rambling House cola. You’ll have to try their cola to see what you think. But know this: it’s not like any cola you’ve ever tasted, so get that outta your mind.
Long tables down the middle of the room make it easy to bring a group here. One wall is lined with little tables made from pony kegs topped with small round wooden circles, and ample seating. The other wall has larger tables made from large oak barrels. They keep it super simple here, and that helps it stay a very relaxed atmosphere.
Last night the Paddy Wagon was parked outside, and they were coming in to take orders, then delivering the food to tables, so no one had to wait in the cold. Tonight I hear Tatoheads will be there. Pretty sure I’ll be heading back in tonight for some more live music and to hang with all the cool kids in Cbus.

Ok so this was a very pleasant surprise for me, I felt good vibes as soon as I walked in the door. I’ll tell you right now this spot is a true gem. I was greeted by what must have been the nicest people in the world, the owner & his wife.
The place is pretty classy, awesome local beer selection, home made soda pop, mixed drinks, great atmosphere, wonderful blue grass music, nice people.
They even had the Tato Heads truck outside taking orders and bringing it in for you.