Sidebar Columbus Menu (Update 2025)
As a food reviewer of Restaurant World, I am thrilled to introduce Sidebar Columbus, a tapas/small plates lounge in Columbus, Ohio. This Mediterranean-inspired restaurant offers a wide range of options, including vegetable cheese tapas, fish and seafood tapas, and meat and poultry tapas. Standout dishes include the Cilantro Hummus, Beef Empanadas, and Chicken Skewers. The intimate and classy ambiance, along with friendly service, make Sidebar Columbus a great spot for a date night or group gathering. Customers rave about the delicious food, with highlights such as the Beef Meatball tapas and Chicken Croquettes. The extensive menu, which also includes vegan and vegetarian options, caters to various dietary preferences. Overall, Sidebar Columbus provides a unique dining experience with flavorful dishes and a welcoming atmosphere.
Vegetable Cheese Tapas
Cilantro Hummus
With grilled pita.
Spicy Potatoes
Roasted potatoes with spicy garlic aioli.
Tomato and Goat Cheese
With grilled pita.
Cheese Empanadas
Served with pico de gallo.
Plantains, Queso and Guava
Sweet friend plantains, queso fresco, and guava paste.
Mushrooms and Garlic
Sauteed mushrooms with sherry wine and garlic.
Manchego
Slices of aged Spanish cheese and olives.
Shrimp and Garlic Sauce
Sherry wine, olive oil, parsley, and dried chilies with a grilled baguette.
Tilapia Fritters
With cilantro lemon aioli.
Octopus Galician
Sauteed octopus with potatoes, paprika, olive oil, and a grilled baguette.
Scallops Parmesan
Baked with Parmesan cheese and huancaina sauce.
Smoked Salmon Bruschetta
With lemon cream cheese, olive oil, and capers with bruschetta.
Calamares a la sarten
Sauteed squid in our sofrito tomato-caper sauce. Served with a grilled baguette.
Fish and Seafood Tapas
Meat and Poultry Tapas
Chicken Skewers
Grilled chicken and topped with chimichurri sauce.
Beef Empanadas
With spicy rocotto sauce.
Chicken Croquettes
With spicy rocotto sauce.
Pork Skewers
With chimichurri sauce.
Beef Meatball
with housemade marinara sauce and grilled baguette.
Cured Spanish Sausage
Sauteed with onions, zucchini, squash, red pepper, garlic tomato sauce and served with a grilled baguette.
House Salad
Field greens, Manchego cheese, artichoke, roasted peppers, carmalized pecans, and balsamic vinaigrette.
Wedge Salad
Iceberg lettuce wedge, crispy bacon, tomatoes, crumbled blue cheese, and drizzled with blue cheese dressing.
Capresse Salad
Fresh buffalo mozzarella, grilled tomatoes, field greens, drizzled with balsamic glaze, and basil oil.
Salads
Pizza
Grilled Chicken Jalapeno Pizza
House made marinara, mozzarella, tomatoes, grilled chicken, onions, jalapeno peppers, and fresh Cilantro.
Vegetable Pizza
Tomatoes sauce, mozzarella, and roasted vegetables.
Beef Cilantro Pizza
Beef tenderloin, onions, peppers, tomatoes, mozzarella provolone cheese, and cilantro leaves.
Pepperoni Pizza
House made marinara, mozzarella, and fresh herbs.
Espaola Pizza
Chorizo, jamon prosciutto, roasted peppers, olives, tomatoes and mozzarella cheese.
Smoked Salmon Pizza
Smoked salmon, dill, cream cheese, arugula, avocado and mozzarella cheese.
Black Bean Soup
Fried Plantains
Green Beans
Mixed Vegetables
Grilled Asparagus
French Fries
Mashed Potatoes
Grilled Pita
Bread Rolls
Steamed White Rice
Marinated Beets
Saffron Risotto
Served with and Parmesan cheese.
Chickpea and Spinach Soup
Sides
Desserts
Chocolate Madness
Moist chocolate cake topped with dark chocolate mousse.
Tres Leches
Soft vanilla cake filled with Grand Marnier and three types of milk.
Flan De Coco
Coconut caramelized custard a classic dessert with a Caribbean twist.