Experience · Columbus
Date Night in Short North Arts District
Spice up your date night with a delicious Filipino dinner, followed by a thrilling escape room challenge. Conclude your evening with sophisticated cocktails, making for a memorable night out in the Short North Arts District.
A 4-hour Columbus evening plan for couples — Bonifacio, The Escape Room USA - Columbus, Lincoln Social Rooftop.
- Duration
- 4 hrs
- Cost
- $90–$180
- Stops
- 3 stops
- Area
- Fifth by Northwest + 1 more
- Walking
- Moderate walking · Total 3.2-mile driving route
- Best time
- 5:00 – 10:00 PM
- Ideal for
- Couples · Solo
The plan
The plan
- 1Bonifacio(1 hr 30 min)→
- 2The Escape Room USA - Columbus(1 hr 15 min)→
- 3Lincoln Social Rooftop(1 hr 15 min)
Why this plan works
The 3 stops cover about 3.2 miles total, which keeps you in one pocket of Columbus instead of crossing town between them. Bonifacio is the main event and takes the biggest block of time; the other stops are built around it. It finishes at Lincoln Social Rooftop — a short, low-effort stop you can skip if you're ready to call it. Best suited to couples and solo who want a planned Columbus outing without improvising between stops.
The story
Overview
Spice up your date night with a delicious Filipino dinner, followed by a thrilling escape room challenge. Conclude your evening with sophisticated cocktails, making for a memorable night out in the Short North Arts District.
The itinerary
3 stops, one great day
- 11h 30mBonifacio
Food & Drink · Fifth by Northwest
Contemporary Filipino bar bites, entrees, dessert & cocktails are served in a low-key setting.
What to do — Savor contemporary Filipino bar bites and entrees at Bonifacio, offering a unique and flavorful dining experience.
2.8 mi · 9 min drive
Then A short drive or ride-share will take you to the Short North Arts District for your next adventure.
21h 15mThe Escape Room USA - ColumbusFamily · Short North Arts District
What to do — Work together to solve puzzles and escape before time runs out. Book your preferred room in advance.
Scout Side QuestBefore you start, each predict who will solve the first clue—and who will overthink the easiest one.
Book it · The Escape Room USA - Columbus
0.4 mi · 8 min walk or 4 min drive
Then Walk a short distance within the Short North to a sophisticated rooftop bar.
3Optional 1h 15mLincoln Social RooftopNightlife · Short North Arts District
Comfortable restaurant offering cocktails & pizza, plus generous tacos & sliders.
What to do — Optional nightcap for those who drink — skip it and the plan still works. Enjoy craft cocktails and panoramic views from Lincoln Social Rooftop.
Scout Side QuestPick the most intriguing building on the skyline and decide what secret society meets on the top floor.
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The route
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Common questions
Planning this outing
- Is this a good Columbus itinerary for couples?
- Yes. It's built for couples and solo and runs about 4 hrs across 3 stops, starting at Bonifacio.
- How long does this outing take?
- Plan on 4 hrs door to door, including time between stops.
- How much does this Columbus itinerary cost?
- Roughly $90–$180 per person, before parking and tips. Free and low-cost stops are marked on each card.
- Is this itinerary walkable?
- Not entirely. The stops cover about 3.2 miles, so you'll drive or rideshare between at least one pair.
- Do I need reservations?
- No. Every stop on this plan takes walk-ins, though weekends move faster if you arrive early.
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