Restaurant
Unclaimed profileTip Top Kitchen & Cocktails
Columbus, OH · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Tip Top Kitchen & Cocktails serves a whiskey-centric cocktail list with playful -themed names and local Ohio ingredients like maple syrup and OYO spirits. The wine list offers global by-the-glass options, while the beer selection leans on Ohio breweries. Happy hour brings discounted drafts and spirits, and non-alcoholic choices are broad. A neighborhood spot that knows its local pour.
- What should I order?
- Try the 'Bus-town Julep for a local twist on a classic, or the Bottoms Up—a pint of Old Crow and RC Cola always $3. For beer, look for Ohio drafts during happy hour. Wine drinkers can choose a glass of 14 Hands 'Hot to Trot' Red Blend or Stemmari Pinot Grigio.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Whiskey fans and cocktail enthusiasts will appreciate the creative, local-themed drinks. Beer lovers seeking Ohio and brews will find a rotating draft selection. Those on a budget can take advantage of happy hour specials. Wine drinkers have a modest but international by-the-glass list.
- When should I go?
- It's a good time to sample the cocktail program at a lower price.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails are generally not priced on the menu, but Bottoms Up is always $3. Wine by the glass ranges from $6 to $8, and bottles from $21 to $30. Happy hour offers $2 off drafts and $3 local spirits.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The cocktail menu is a love letter to with names like Flytown Pick-Me-Up and Stinkin' Olentangy, using local ingredients like Ohio Maple Syrup and Old Crow Whiskey. The happy hour emphasizes Ohio producers with $3 OYO and Watershed liquors, and the beer list includes local drafts.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Creative, whiskey-forward cocktails with local Ohio ingredients and playful names. A standout is the 'Bus-town Julep, using Ohio Maple Syrup. Happy hour specials on local spirits make the program approachable.
Menu strengths
- — Menu features original cocktails with local character, such as the 'Bus-town Julep with Ohio Maple Syrup.
- — Happy hour offers discounted local spirits (OYO, Watershed) at $3, encouraging exploration.
- — Uses classic whiskey bases like Old Crow and Old Overholt Rye, giving a grounded, no-frills feel.
Standout selections
- — 'Bus-town Julep: Ohio Maple Syrup, Old Crow Whiskey, Sour & Club Soda.
- — Bottoms Up: Old Crow Whiskey & RC Cola with a cherry, always $3.
- — Alex P Keaton: Old Overholt Rye Whiskey & Gingerale, served short.
Pricing: Most cocktails lack listed prices; Bottoms Up is always $3. Happy hour offers $3 OYO and Watershed liquors.
Wine
A compact by-the-glass list covering Italy, Chile, California, Spain, Washington, and Argentina. Priced reasonably, but limited to a single page with no bottle-only options beyond the listed pairings.
Menu strengths
- — Offers a variety of international selections, including a Spanish sparkling (Freixenet).
- — Glass/bottle pricing provides flexibility for solo drinkers or sharing.
Standout selections
- — Stemmari 'Arancio' Pinot Grigio (Sicily) - $7/$26.
- — 14 Hands 'Hot to Trot' Red Blend (Washington) - $8/$30.
- — Freixenet Blanc de Blancs (Spain) - $6/$21.
Pricing: Wine prices are listed as glass/bottle, e.g., $7/$26 for Pinot Grigio, $8/$30 for Chardonnay, $6/$21 for Freixenet.
Beer
Bottled selection includes national and regional names like Great Lakes and Abita. Community notes a draft list focused on local Ohio and breweries, a point in its favor.
Menu strengths
- — Includes local Ohio craft options like Great Lakes Burning River Pale Ale.
- — Happy hour discount on drafts encourages trying local brews.
Standout selections
- — Great Lakes Burning River Pale Ale (bottled).
Pricing: Happy hour offers $2 off Ohio draft beers; bottled beer prices not listed.
Nonalcoholic
A standard range of sodas and energy drinks, plus Goslings Ginger Beer and juices. Functional but not a focus; no mocktails or specialty non-alcoholic options.
Menu strengths
- — Includes a wide selection of soft drinks, including RC Cola and Pink Lemonade.
- — Offers Goslings Ginger Beer, which can be a mixer or standalone.
Pricing: No prices listed for non-alcoholic drinks.
Spirits
No dedicated spirits list, but the cocktail program highlights local Ohio products, especially during happy hour. Whiskey is a clear focus, with Old Crow and Old Overholt used in many drinks.
Menu strengths
- — Features local Ohio spirits (OYO, Watershed) at a budget-friendly $3 during happy hour.
- — Whiskey-centric cocktail list showcases classic American whiskey brands.
Standout selections
- — OYO and Watershed liquors (happy hour).
- — Old Crow Whiskey (used in multiple cocktails).
Pricing: Happy hour offers $3 OYO and Watershed liquors; no other spirits pricing listed.
How it sits with the food
The menu includes bar food, and the whiskey-heavy cocktails pair well with hearty dishes. The 'Bus-town Julep's maple sweetness could complement barbecue or pub fare, while a crisp Sauvignon Blanc might match lighter appetizers. Local drafts are versatile with burgers and wings.
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