Colombo's Cafe & Tavern

I am so mad at myself. Once again, I have discovered an outstanding restaurant, that was only 2.3 miles from my house, after I have moved out of STL. If I had eaten here while I lived in STL, I would have been a regular. A friends band was playing at Colombo's, so that is how I discovered them this past Saturday. We got there early to get our "band groupie" table. When I saw their extensive craft beer list, I knew it was a cold beer night. I was impressed with the local selection of brews that also included regional and statewide breweries. I was torn between a burger and wings. So, I went to Yelp and checked out the pictures, to help me decide. Wings was the winner and it truly was a, Winner, Winner, Wing Dinner. Actually, these were some of the best wings I've had in a longtime. There was no breading, the skin was crispy and the hot sauce was spot on. It had just the right amount of heat and wasn't too messy. The ambiance is casual and very relaxing. There was only one waitress and she was hustling and doing an amazing job. The bar was packed and she remained very even keel. She was friendly and made sure everyone was taken care of. When I'm over in STL running errands, I'll be returning for more wings and to try one of their burgers.After several return visits, to enjoy more of their outstanding chicken wings and fries, I finally came back and tried a burger. OMG - they are equally as good as their wings. Colombo's definitely serves up some delicious bar grub. I am a big fan of jalapeños, so it was an easy choice of what burger to select for my lunch. The Lava Burger, with its fried jalapeños, bacon and caramelized onions on top of a 1/2 lb. burger with a smear of chipotle mayo was the winner. The kitchen crew prepared it to my medium rare request perfectly. The toppings blended together and added so much flavor, that I didn't even miss having cheese on my burger. My fries were super crisp and lightly salted. Dipping them in some ketchup made them the perfect side for my burger. Colombo's has a good variety of draft beers with the majority of them be craft beers. They also, make good cocktails if that if your preferred adult beverage. The service is attentive and friendly, it has never disappointed me. Craving burgers and wings? I'd recommend, Colombo's.

I seriusly enjoy the food. The food is definitely unlike any bar food.. every dish comes out of that kitchen like somebody was really proud of what they do. The portions are huge. I Very rarely drink but I love. Columbus bar for the food. The atmosphere and the people. . I've been going to Columbus tavern for 40 years plus . Every member of staff from owners to waitresses ate very friendly folk...love the place...

Jen is the best bartender. Love colombos been coming here since we could smoke inside love the pool table downstairs.love the food ESP on St pats day. I come here every St pats tho I love many Irish bars this is my fav.I wrote this post to say tho I appreciate the outside patio for smokers SO MUCH I smoke when I drink and in the winter its brutal but I always enjoy Colombo's. I hope the owners and managers see this as I really appreciate this place keep it goin!