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Stories on High, Columbus, OH

Stories on High

4.7 (430)
$50 and over
Tapas / Small Plates
404 N High St, Columbus, OH 43215

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2 people
22:30
Booked 1 time today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
Stories on High is an age restricted venue. 21+ for entry.
The tallest rooftop bar in Columbus, Stories on High towers 28 stories over High Street, providing panoramic views of downtown Columbus – ideal for date night! This upscale rooftop lounge provides contemporary and classic interpretations of cocktails & small plates. While reservations are encouraged, guests are welcome to walk in to experience seating in our bar area as well as our beautiful terraces, weather permitting.



Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Japanese, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Experiences

  • Stories on High - Window View Seating

    US$50.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Thank you for creating a VIP reservation! This reservation ensures you will be seated at one of our premier tables by the windows. Food and beverage minimums are required with this reservation. The minimum spend is $50 per person, prior to tax and gratuity. Please contact us via OpenTable Direct Messaging with any questions.
    Stories on High - Window View Seating photo
  • Stories on High - Rooftop Rally Package for Two

    US$99.00 per party

    28 May 2025 only
    Heading to a sporting event or concert? Eliminate the headache of parking and start your pregame off right at Stories on High with our Rooftop Rally Package for Two. For $99, this experience includes valet, a choice of four cocktails or a bottle of wine, and four shared plates consisting of our Wagyu Sliders, Yakitori, Spicy Tuna & Spinach Artichoke Wontons.* *Restrictions apply. Payment is due at the restaurant; tax and gratuity will be added to the final bill. This package is for a maximum of two guests.
    Stories on High - Rooftop Rally Package for Two photo
  • Stories on High - Rooftop Rally Package for Two

    US$99.00 per party

    6 Jun 2025 only
    Heading to a sporting event or concert? Eliminate the headache of parking and start your pregame off right at Stories on High with our Rooftop Rally Package for Two. For $99, this experience includes valet, a choice of four cocktails or a bottle of wine, and four shared plates consisting of our Wagyu Sliders, Yakitori, Spicy Tuna & Spinach Artichoke Wontons.* *Restrictions apply. Payment is due at the restaurant; tax and gratuity will be added to the final bill. This package is for a maximum of two guests.
    Stories on High - Rooftop Rally Package for Two photo

What 430 people are saying

Stories on High reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Columbus

    Best Ambience

  • Columbus

    Great for scenic views

  • Columbus

    Best Ambience

  • Columbus

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Stories on High offers "fantastic views" of Columbus, creating a memorable backdrop for any occasion. With a "creative bar menu" and "phenomenal" food, it's perfect for a date or a night out with friends. While small plates are the focus, the "tremendous service" and "authentic hospitality" shine throughout the experience.
430 Reviews
  1. Lori

    Columbus15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and cocktails! Great view! Took excellent care of my party’s nut allergy.
    Stories on HighResponded on 30 April 2025
    Hey Lori, Thank you so much for such a kind review! We're also glad to know that you took care of your nut allergy. We strive to provide excellent service, and your feedback is a testament to that. We look forward to welcoming you and your party back soon! Cheers, P.J. Ford General Manager

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  2. nicole

    Cleveland1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 11 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was prrfect! From beginning beginning to end! My husband was happy.
    Stories on HighResponded on 19 April 2025
    Glad to hear both you and your husband were satisfied! Thank you for leaving such a wonderful review Nicole! We look forward to seeing you both again soon! Cheers! P.J. Ford General Manager

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  3. Tallia VIP

    Cleveland4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 11 April 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing small plates and a view that can’t be beat. Large dinner plates and sides are not offered, so bear that in mind when booking. Drink selection is fantastic. Was hoping for a more special experience as we were going to celebrate a birthday, and though notes were left, nothing special was done from a service or dining perspective. However, for a date night or night on the town with friends, highly recommend.
    Stories on HighResponded on 19 April 2025
    Hi Tallia, Thank you for your review and for choosing Stories on High for your special occasion! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our small plates and the view. We're also glad to hear that you enjoyed our drink selection and found our bar a great place to catch up with friends. However, we're sorry to hear that your experience didn't match your expectations. We strive to make every visit a memorable one, and we regret that we fell short this time. Your feedback is invaluable and we will certainly use it to improve our service and dining experience. We hope to see you again soon for a more special and memorable experience! Cheers, P.J. Ford General Manager

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  4. Eric

    Phoenix1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 5 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic night after dinner at Stories. The place is fantastic. The best views in and of Columbus. Tremendous service. Creative bar menu. Excellent staff from management to severs to security. Everyone is hospitable but in a truly authentic way. It’s in a hotel but it’s not a “hotel bar”. It’s hip, bold, and humble all at the same time.
    Stories on HighResponded on 12 April 2025
    Eric, thank you for the love! It's great to know that you enjoyed the view alongside our excellent service team. We strive to create a unique and authentic experience for our guests. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon! Cheers! P.J. Ford General Manager

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  5. Kaela

    Omaha1 review

    2.0

    Dined on 2 April 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Service and service were lackluster compared to the price.

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  6. Mel

    Columbus12 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 2 April 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice view of the beautiful city of Columbus . The cocktails were delicious.
    Stories on HighResponded on 12 April 2025
    Hey Mel, Thank you for leaving such a positive review of our bar! We hope to have you back again soon for another cocktail! Cheers! P.J. Ford General Manager

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  7. Wesley

    Columbus2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    10/10 experience. The food was phenomenal. Service was outstanding!
    Stories on HighResponded on 5 April 2025
    Wesley, Thank you so much for your kind words! We appreciate such enthusiasm for what we strive to do. We look forward to seeing you again soon! Cheers, P.J. Ford General Manager

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  8. Julie

    Columbus1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 25 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect dinner and location for our special occasion.
    Stories on HighResponded on 26 March 2025
    We look forward to seeing you again Julie! We'd be happy to host you for any special event in the future! Cheers! P.J. Ford General Manager

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  9. Elena

    Chicago / Illinois3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place for a date or to get together with friends in Downtown Columbus; beautiful lights of the city from the 28th floor, where the bar is located. It’s also convenient if you stay at Hilton. We enjoyed a variety of mini portions of food we ordered and found the presentation interesting. All food tasted too salty for me personally, but it didn’t spoil the overall impression. Highly recommend to stop at this bar.
    Stories on HighResponded on 5 April 2025
    Hello Elena, Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the unique view of Columbus and the ambiance we provide. Your feedback about the food being too salty is noted and will be shared with our culinary team. We're glad to know that you'd recommend us and that you had a great time at Stories on High. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Cheers! P.J. Ford General Manager

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Columbus1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 20 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience for a birthday. Had birthday menus and free desert. Was a great time. FYI parking is a pain but that’s the deal anywhere in the short north.

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2 people
22:30
Booked 1 time today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Stories on High

404 N High St, Columbus, OH 43215

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    High Street between Nationwide and Vine
  • Area
    Columbus
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Japanese, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options
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