Scooter's Bar Journal » Newark

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scooterj — Fri, 16 Aug 2019 17:15:00 +0000

(Downtown Square, Newark, OH)

Scooter’s 1362nd bar, first visited in 2019.

This is the hotel bar for the Doubletree in downtown Newark, though it has a separate entrace so it’s mot necessary to go through the hotel lobby to get to it.

This is also probbaly the best hotel bar I’ve experienced in terms of : good food, good beer lineup, fun bartender, and fun patrons. In fact the bartender working here tonight was a hoot, We loved her.

I had Lake Erie Monster (Imperial IPA) by Great Lakes Brewing Company and Yuengling Traditional Lager.

50 N 2nd St
Newark, OH 43055
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(740) 322-6516
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Trek Brewing Company

scooterj — Fri, 16 Aug 2019 17:14:00 +0000

(Newark, OH)

Scooter’s 1361st bar, first visited in 2019.

We arrived just moments after they had done last call, but after learning we had come all the way from Kansas City just to try their beer, they agreed to let us order ONE.

So I had the Solo Hike (IPA).

Since it was closing and we were infringing on their time, I didn’t really get to learn much or explore the place, other than to find a new contender for the title of Coolest Bathroom Sinks Ever.

1486 Granville Rd
Newark, OH 43055
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(740) 281-3394
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DankHouse Brewing Company

scooterj — Fri, 16 Aug 2019 17:13:00 +0000

(Newark, OH)

Scooter’s 1360th bar, first visited in 2019.

This is a very cool tap room, and in addition to having good beer of their own, they have several guest taps as well.

There was outdoor seating in the back, and a food truck around the side. Interesting discovery: the men’s room is neat and clean while the women’s is absolutely covered in graffiti.

I had their Super Fantastic (IPA) and Super Duper Fantastic (Inperial IPA). From the guest taps I also had Likewise Lager by Wolf’s Ridge Brewing, Nimble Giant (Imperial IPA) by Tröegs Independent Brewing, and Scenario (Porter) by Melvin Brewing

The bar top is made of “All of the buckshot Walmart had available that day.”

161 Forry St
Newark, OH 43055
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(740) 915-6413
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The Center Pub

scooterj — Sat, 07 Nov 2015 18:10:00 +0000

(Downtown Square, Newark, OH)

Scooter’s 1121st bar, first visited in 2015.

The Center Pub is a genuine dive bar located i n Newark’s downtown square, in the front corner of a “mall” of mostly antique shops and boutique shops called The Arcade.

We were the first customers of the day, and had a delightful conversation with a really nice bartender as we enjoyed our drinks.

Entering from the street, you find yourself in a carpeted room with two pool tables and lots of natural lighting. If you enter from inside the Arcade you arrive at the back half of the venue — the hardwood-floored main bar with a back wall covered in dollar bills.

The Center Pub is everything you should expect a dive bar to be, and even had a few surprises — I noticed some imports and specialty beers including a few I had not seen before.

We were invited to return in the evening when it would be busier and there would be a band, but unfortunately we didn’t make it after a long, exhausting day in Columbus. But this will be my new hangout on future Newark visits.

33 N. 3rd St.
Newark, OH 43055
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Tristan’s

scooterj — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 18:18:00 +0000

(Newark, OH)

Scooter’s 528th bar, first visited in 2008.

Part sports bar, part night club. The exterior looked more like an air conditioning repair business than a bar, but thee inside was nicely done. The staff was friendly, the drinks were good, and the bathrooms were the largest and nicest of any I saw in Newark.

370 W Church St
Newark, OH
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(740) 349-1700
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Somewhere Else

scooterj — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 18:17:00 +0000

(Newark, OH)

Scooter’s 527th bar, first visited in 2008.

This as divided into two rooms. The front room was the bar, which like it’s neighbor Tony’s had a lunchcounter feel only more rustic. The back room was a large dance floor. During my visit the bar was being decorated for a bartender’s 30th birthday party the next day.

386 W Main St
Newark, OH 43055
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(740) 345-0967
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Tony’s Bar

scooterj — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 18:15:00 +0000

(Newark, OH)

Scooter’s 525th bar, first visited in 2008.

I sought this place out specifically because of an online review I found that made this out to be the absolute worst bar in town. Because part of me enjoys seeing a bar that’s really that bad, but mostly because 9 times out of 10 the bar turns out to actually be perfectly find and the reviewer is in fact one of those uptight snobbish types who wants everything cleean, pristine, and high-dollar. That’s the way it turned out to be with Tony’s.

The front part of Tony’s very much resembles a 1950s style diner, down to the booths, the bar stools, and the photos on the walls. The back room has pool tables and is occasionally used for bands.

The selection of beer on tap, while limited, is more varied than most dive bars. This was the only place in town where I had Guinness from tap.

392 W Main St
Newark, OH 43055
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(740) 345-8657
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Elbow Lounge

scooterj — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 18:14:00 +0000

(Newark, OH)

Scooter’s 524th bar, first visited in 2008.

When we arrived the place had just opened and we were the first customers. They were waiting for a DJ to arrive and expecting a big crowd later.

This is a pretty old building, but I liked the way they put in a modern ceiling without completely hiding the 100+ year old original ceiling.

While this place is easy to find, it’s tricky to figure out how to get to. Your best bet is to park in the paved lot at the SW corner of 1st & Canal and then walk down the alley (Scheilder St.) around to the front of the building.

76 S 2nd St
Newark, OH 43055
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(740) 349-7312

Nick’s Saloon

scooterj — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 18:13:00 +0000

(Newark, OH)

Scooter’s 523rd bar, first visited in 2008.

This was a classic, rustic dive bar. The bar was covered with photos of the regulars, an internet juke box provided tunes, and pool tables were available in the back.

The bartender was a really nice guy. I asked how late they would be open as it was a pretty quiet night. “2:30,” he replied. “I live alone and I have everything I need here, so I’ll just kick back and watch TV if no one is here. I don’t want anyone coming by and not be able to get a drink.”

191 S 2nd St
Newark, OH 43055
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(740) 349-7713

Dew Drop Inn

scooterj — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 18:12:00 +0000

(Newark, OH)

Scooter’s 522nd bar, first visited in 2008.

Big space divided into 2 main areas. Two pool tables, DJ booth and small dance floor. The wall behind the bar is decorated with a jungle scene and lined with stuffed animals.

64 Union S
Newark, OH 43055
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(740) 344-5024

Draft House

scooterj — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 18:11:00 +0000

(Downtown Square, Newark, OH)

Scooter’s 521st bar, first visited in 2008.

Dive bar with VERY loud internet jukebox. In business as Draft House since 1973, but has been a bar far longer.

15 W Main St
Newark, OH 43055
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(740) 345-9380

Sparta

scooterj — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 18:10:00 +0000

(Downtown Square, Newark, OH)

Scooter’s 520th bar, first visited in 2008.

Established in 1900, recently refurbished. Popular Italian-themed bar on the square.

16 W Main St
Newark, OH 43055
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(740) 345-6040