Rumba Cafe
| Address: | 2507 Summit St, Columbus, OH 43202, USA |
| Phone: | +1 614-268-1841 |
| Site: | columbusrumbacafe.com |
| Rating: | 4.1 |
| Working: | 4PM–2:30AM 4PM–2:30AM 4PM–2:30AM 4PM–2:30AM 4PM–2:30AM 4PM–2:30AM 4PM–2:30AM |
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Ben Weller
I have gone here many times to see bronze radio return and several other bands. Ive not been disappointed with any shows they put on and I have not been disappointed with their beer selection or mixed drink options. The sound quality is perfect for the size of the venue and definitely perfect for the college crowd and young adult. Theres a back patio thats open during the summer and I guess the winter if you really want to go outside then. The only downside is the limited restroom space. Basically one toilet for boys and one for girls.
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Christopher Martin
Very cool neighborhood live music bar. I live right around the corner and had not been in. It was a lot smaller and more intimate than I expected. Ive tried to go in the past but it was much busier and I went somewhere else. I am guessing because there was a more popular act. I actually really enjoyed the act that was there the night I went. My only complaint would be the beer selection was on the smaller side and the prices were $1-2 higher than I think they should have been. Expect to pay close $6 for a draft beer.
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A Private User
Rookie bartenders ripped me off big time last Saturday night. I was there with one other person and this person only had 1 cocktail yet somehow our tab was able to come out to $73! You guys freakin suck! Not to mention that after feuding with them, they agreed to credit me back $7, which was still a rip off and then I check my bank account only to find out that they credited my account $7 then charged my account for the same amount again. Never going back. You suck!
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Mark Rhodes
I went to the Rumba Café and let me tell you how amazing my experience was. I bought tickets to see one of my favorite bands perform, music was amazing but the service was even better. The bartenders must have been brothers because they referred to themselves as the Bee Bros, they were very kind and kept my drink full all night. Ill check out more shows as long as The Bee Bros are working, also they were attractive.
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John Dewees
A great bar to hang out in. Pretty easy to find parking in the area along Summit or the side streets. Nice big patio out back in the warmer weather. The inside of the bar has a dark, cool atmosphere. Actually seeing shows here can be a bit of a pain though. The main area is a bit cramped and you end up feeling like you are kind of on top of the people performing.
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Greg Rumpff
Cant comment on drinks as I didnt sample but this is a nice, intimate venue for viewing live music...the stage is 20 feet or less from the front door. Very limited seating..probably about 5 small round tables plus the bar so if you are unable/unwilling to stand make sure you arrive early to guarantee seating.
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Gent In CMH
Music was good. The bartender that took care of me was good too. But the bar chief on command was just as ass. He actually thought that bullying a customer was Ok... sounds like some one on the news recently. If I could give zero based on this person, I would.
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Ben Snider
Small hip music cafe in the campus district. The Hoodoo Soul Band plays there every Sunday night and is basically the only reason I would go here, as they are excellent. Otherwise its another dark, loud, and small bar on campus with fairly priced drinks.
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Shane Hardesty
Went for the Pinkertones show. Service was great, staff is excellent and extremely on their game. Drinks are reasonably priced and the selection is fairly large. The bathrooms could be desired for, but its no Cafe Bourbon situation.
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Emma Stoutenburg
made us pay $2 at the door (an unknown/uncalled for price) and is a small, uncomfortable space. the stage mustve been about 4x4. i go to a bunch of concerts in columbus, but ill try my hardest to not come here again.
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Michael N
A really nice spot for live music. They get smaller but good bands for the right price. The beer list is great and the staff is friendly. The outdoor patio in the back is a nice spot to take a break from the show.
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This place is only redeemed by a good musician. The venue is tiny, and the patio is drab and similarly tiny. This place also has odd hours, and isnt consistently going to have good music playing.
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Ian Renda
Great place to go to listen to some eclectic music. Excellent bar staff with a nice patio for the warmer months. Hoodoo soul band on Sunday nights are a must see!
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Lyndzi Mccready
Drinks were reasonably priced and drove quite a ways to see some bands play .. The personal experience of a smaller venue was much more intimate.
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Shannon Cummons
The music, staff an Sound quality was great the only thing that It was lacking was seating.but definitely a good place an had a good time
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Nathan McNamer
Great atmosphere if you want to see/hear local to national acts play. Friendly bartenders, fair prices, and good times to be had.
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Timothy Eddings
This small club hosts some of the best artists in the world. Place has great sound, great staff & reasonable drink prices.
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Jane Bryant
This place is wonderful. Very plesant staff and wobderful treats. You have to try the lavender macaroon...its amazing
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Christoph Waldemer
Rumba is my place to go in Columbus, especially on Sunday nights because Hoodoos Band is playing. Love this place!
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Kelli Wilson
Solid mini venue. Extra tiny. 100 people. Great place to catch some local bands as well few up and coming bands
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Sara Larmour
Consistently great local, regional, and national acts. Fair prices, good service. Patio is real nice!
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Michael Dunlap
Very I venue. Loved being able to see a big name artist up close and personal. Will definitely return
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Trevor Bell
Great sound system and room for live music. Nice liquor and beer selection, and intimate room feel!
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Drew French
A relaxed but slightly more upscale venue for the area to see local and touring acts.
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Kimberly Morgan
If theres going to be no seating, they should mention that when selling tickets.
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Kit Aster
I saw a show here, it was a cool little spot. The bathrooms a wee bit shady.
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Benjamin Pack
Great local live music venue. No frills, but none needed. Good sound.
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Amanda Durkin
If you watch the calendar, you can catch some pretty cool acts here.
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Ben Pauley
Hoodoo Soul Band plays every sunday and is a must see everytime
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Stephanie DeWitt
Saw Tobacco here, great venue & selection of booze
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Greg Nageotte
Great energy from bands here! Many great times...
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Chase Williams
Semi grungy, decent beer selection, quality venue
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Stephen Ball
Adequate music venue. We just need more of them.
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Dan White
Great venue. Saw Hawthorne Heights here.
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Allison Martie
Awesome place to catch your favorite band.
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Elizabeth Toadvine
Always great music and fair prices drinks.
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Mark Bailey
Decent music, alright selection of beer
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James Molenaar
Hoo Doo Soul Band every Sunday night!
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A Private User
Great music, nice crowd, good beers.
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eduardo biffi
All ways a good time at this place!
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Jeff Runkle
Great low key place to see a show!
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Mike Berardi
Great venue for smaller shows.
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Joshua Baughman
Nice hidden gym for live music
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Justin Rooney
Great place for live music!
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kyle mullins
Very dark and poor service
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Ms Harris
The live bands are great!
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Clint Hughes
Dirty stinks and sticky
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Nick Joyce-Houghton
Fun place to go.
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Stephanie Faz Ponces
Awesome music
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James Spadafore
Nice place.
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Joshua Scott
Great venue
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Todd Cameron H
Not bad
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Charlie Karls
Okay
