16 Bit Bar – American * The name
Neon lights and the rhythmic clatter of joysticks transform this space into a vibrant, pixelated sanctuary where the golden age of gaming meets inventive mixology. Guests sip on whimsical, pop-culture-inspired libations like the Atomic Blonde or the Pinball Wizard while navigating a nostalgic labyrinth of vintage arcade cabinets and glowing screens. It is a high-energy retreat that captures the pure, unadulterated joy of the eighties, blending retro play with a spirited, social atmosphere.
254 S South Fourth Street, Columbus 43215 https://16-bitbar.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American * The name
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at 16 Bit Bar
Dairy-Free at 16 Bit Bar
16 Bit Bar in Columbus has 24 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Carrie Fisher, Macho Man and Lemon Drop. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at 16 Bit Bar
16 Bit Bar in Columbus has 14 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Carrie Fisher, Lemon Drop and Seltzer Bucket. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at 16 Bit Bar
16 Bit Bar in Columbus has 6 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Juice Box Hero, Lisa Simpson and Shorty Baller. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at 16 Bit Bar
16 Bit Bar in Columbus has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Green Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at 16 Bit Bar
16 Bit Bar in Columbus has 24 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Carrie Fisher, Macho Man and Lemon Drop. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at 16 Bit Bar
16 Bit Bar in Columbus has 29 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Carrie Fisher, Macho Man and Lemon Drop. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at 16 Bit Bar
16 Bit Bar in Columbus has 5 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Juice Box Hero, Lisa Simpson and Shorty Baller. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at 16 Bit Bar
16 Bit Bar in Columbus has 13 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including The Game Over, Happy Punch and Fire Drill. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at 16 Bit Bar
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Lisa Frank | 75.3 g | 27.5 g |
| Carrie Fisher | 123.8 g | 18.8 g |
| Macho Man | 87.4 g | 17.8 g |
| Good Ol' Days | 55.1 g | 15.1 g |
| Bench Warmer | 82.6 g | 13.2 g |
| Atomic Blonde | 7.7 g | 12.2 g |
| Field Trip (Low Proof) | 87.4 g | 11.9 g |
| Juice Box Hero | 62.8 g | 10.7 g |
| Extra Credit (Zero Proof) | 54.5 g | 9.9 g |
| Pins Passion Punch | 120.9 g | 7.6 g |
| Blue Raspberry Slush | 45.6 g | 7.6 g |
| Pinball Wizard | 61.9 g | 7 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Hours
- Monday - Friday
- 16:00+
- Saturday - Sunday
- 12:00+
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its approachable atmosphere, guests highlight this spot as a reliable choice for a casual meal with friends. Reviewers appreciate the straightforward dining experience and find the setting suitable for low-key social gatherings where a relaxed and accessible vibe is prioritized.
Menu
Specialty Cocktails
- All Nighter - $12: Vodka, Kahlua, Amaro Averna, Espresso Syrup, Foaming Bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Bench Warmer - $12: Light Rum, Allspice Dram, Butter Pecan, Ginger Beer Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Biggest Flirt - $12: Blanco Tequila, Anchos Reyes, Desert Pear, Lime Juice, Hellfire Bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse
- Fire Drill - $12: Mezcal, Pomegranate, Hot Honey, Fig Jam Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
- Good Ol' Days - $12: Bourbon, Allspice Dram, Amaro Averna, Maple Syrup, Walnut Bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Homecoming Queen - $12: Gin, Aperol, Ginger Liqueur, Blood Orange, Honey, Lemon Juice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
OG Classics
- Hulk Hogan - $12: Blueberry Vodka, Lemonade, Original Bomb Pop Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Carrie Fisher - $12: Rum, Coconut, Pineapple, Lime Juice, Rock Candy Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Juice-Cleanse, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Pinball Wizard - $12: Blueberry Vodka, Elderflower, Ginger Ale, Blueberries, Mint Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal
- Atomic Blonde - $12: Tequila, Mezcal, Honey Mango, Pineapple Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Cholesterol, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Macho Man - $12: Bourbon, Charred Orange Bitters, Slim Jim Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian
- Lisa Frank - $12: Rum, Vodka, Fruit Pinch, Watermelon, Sour Belt Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- The Game Over - $18: 8 Totally Wicked Liquors, Sprite, Lemonade, Hawaiian Punch (25 oz) Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, TLC, Renal
Shareables
- Mimosa - $25: Orange, Cranberry or Pineapple - Serves 4 to 6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Pins Passion Punch - $35: Peach Vodka, Coconut Rum, Pineapple Juice, Lime Juice, Grenadine, Sprite - Serves 4 to 6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Juice-Cleanse, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Happy Punch - $20: Happy Thursday Spiked Refreshers, Lemonade - Serves 4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Beer Bucket - $15: Coors Light - Six 16oz Cans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Seltzer Bucket - $18: White Claw Black Cherry - Six 12oz Cans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Shots
- Green Tea - $8 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Gummy Bear - $8 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Cholesterol
- Lemon Drop - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Renal, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Daily Shot Special - $5 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Low & No Proof
- Extra Credit (Zero Proof) - $10: Lyre's Aperitif Rosso, Lyre's Italian Spritz, Honey Mango, Rose Water Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Gym Class Zero (Zero Proof) - $10: Lyre's Dry London Spirit, Desert Pear, Lime Juice, Tonic Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Field Trip (Low Proof) - $10: Aperol, Pomegranate, Simple Syrup, Lemon Juice, Rose Water, Soda Water Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Juice-Cleanse, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Teacher's Pet (Low Proof) - $10: Ginger Liqueur, Elderflower Liqueur, Blood Orange, Lemon Juice, Ginger Beer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Renal
Slush Puppies
- Original Cherry Slush - $8: Option to add Cherry Vodka, Whipped Vodka, or Fireball Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Blue Raspberry Slush - $8: Option to add Berry Vodka, Peach Vodka, or Gin Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Renal
- Lemon Lime Slush - $8: Option to add Rum, Ruby Red Vodka, or Tequila Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
Kids' Mocktails
- Juice Box Hero - $7: Pineapple, Orange, Grenadine Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Lisa Simpson - $6: Sprite, Grenadine, Cherry Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Optimus Prime - $6: Lemonade, Cranberry Juice, Sprite Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Shorty Baller - $7: Fruit Punch, Lemonade, Sprite Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
Frequently Asked Questions about 16 Bit Bar
- Is 16 Bit Bar dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. 16 Bit Bar has 24 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Carrie Fisher, Macho Man and Lemon Drop.
- What can I eat at 16 Bit Bar on a dairy-free diet?
- Carrie Fisher, Macho Man and Lemon Drop carry the dairy-free tag, out of 24 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does 16 Bit Bar have vegan options?
- Yes. 24 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Carrie Fisher and Macho Man.
- Is 16 Bit Bar gluten-free?
- 14 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at 16 Bit Bar?
- Lisa Frank, at roughly 27.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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