If you had to pick your favorite cocktail, what would you pick? If you’re a fan of the beloved margarita, then there’s a little stretch of restaurants and taco joints hiding in central Ohio you need to know about. The Short North in Columbus is home to some of the best margaritas in the state, hands down. Fortunately, they’re all within walking distance, so you can try one at each establishment and not worry about driving.

With a little less than 20 minutes of walk time, it’s the perfect stroll to take the next time you find yourself at The Short North. To view a Google Map of the trip in a separate tab or window, click here.

  1. Condado Tacos

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Condado Tacos/Facebook A self proclaimed “taco joint with a margarita problem,” the margarita selection here is seemingly endless. Create your own tacos and pair them with a Prickly Pear Margarita for a truly epic experience. (You can thank us later.) Address: 1227 North High Street, Columbus, OH, 43201

  1. Bodega

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Bodega/Facebook Made up of Altos Blanco, agave, lime and orange juice, the House Margarita here is absolute perfection. (You’ll also want to ask about the $4 housemade shot.) Famous for their happy hour and craft beer selection, you really can’t go wrong with any drink at Bodega. Address: 1044 North High Street, Columbus, OH, 43201

  1. The Rossi Bar + Kitchen

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The Rossi Bar+ Kitchen/Facebook With an extensive cocktail selection and a truly expectational menu, this is the perfect place to wine and dine that special someone. Happy Hour is Tuesday - Friday from 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. and the perfectly crafted margaritas are an unexpetcd surprise. Address: 895 North High Street, Columbus, OH, 43215

  1. Bakersfield

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Mrs_Kathie_G/Trip Advisor Fact: The margarita menu at Bakersfield Short North is legendary. (Of course, you can always order a pitcher if one isn’t enough.) We recommend the Premium Margarita or Pineapple Margarita—and whatever you do, don’t skip the tacos. Address: 733 North High Street, Columbus, OH, 43215

  1. The Pearl

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The Pearl/Facebook Delicious seafood and exceptional margaritas are what you’ll find at The Pearl. (Pro tip: Save room for a Bloody Mary.) Address: 641 North High Street, Columbus, OH, 43215

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Condado Tacos/Facebook

A self proclaimed “taco joint with a margarita problem,” the margarita selection here is seemingly endless. Create your own tacos and pair them with a Prickly Pear Margarita for a truly epic experience. (You can thank us later.) Address: 1227 North High Street, Columbus, OH, 43201

Bodega/Facebook

Bodega/Facebook

Made up of Altos Blanco, agave, lime and orange juice, the House Margarita here is absolute perfection. (You’ll also want to ask about the $4 housemade shot.) Famous for their happy hour and craft beer selection, you really can’t go wrong with any drink at Bodega. Address: 1044 North High Street, Columbus, OH, 43201

The Rossi Bar+ Kitchen/Facebook

With an extensive cocktail selection and a truly expectational menu, this is the perfect place to wine and dine that special someone. Happy Hour is Tuesday - Friday from 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. and the perfectly crafted margaritas are an unexpetcd surprise. Address: 895 North High Street, Columbus, OH, 43215

Bakersfield Short North/Facebook

Mrs_Kathie_G/Trip Advisor

Fact: The margarita menu at Bakersfield Short North is legendary. (Of course, you can always order a pitcher if one isn’t enough.) We recommend the Premium Margarita or Pineapple Margarita—and whatever you do, don’t skip the tacos. Address: 733 North High Street, Columbus, OH, 43215

The Pearl/Facebook

Delicious seafood and exceptional margaritas are what you’ll find at The Pearl. (Pro tip: Save room for a Bloody Mary.) Address: 641 North High Street, Columbus, OH, 43215

For more epic cocktails in Ohio, check out our previous article: These 11 Restaurants Serve The Best Bloody Mary In Ohio.

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