Short North's Bristol Republic relocating to Dublin's Bridge Park
DUBLIN, Ohio (WCMH) -- Bristol Republic, the Short North bar known for live music and an extensive whiskey collection, is relocating to Dublin's Bridge Park.
The restaurant and bar announced this week it will move to 4495 Bridge Park Avenue, at the intersection of Bridge Park Avenue and Mooney Street. The announcement said the new location "builds on everything guests love about Bristol," like more space, convenient parking, a bolder menu and an even more inviting atmosphere.
"Bridge Park is the perfect home for the next chapter of Bristol Republic," said Brian Swanson, owner of Bristol, in a release. "We're bringing everything our guests love -- great food, live music, and a welcoming atmosphere -- but in a space that allows us to do even more."
Bristol's current location at 1124 N. High St. in the Short North opened in 2019. A closing date has yet to be announced.
The new multi-level, 6,500-square-foot Bridge Park location is slated to open in late 2025 and feature an open design with a seamless indoor-to-outdoor flow, the announcement said. The space will be designed to accommodate private gatherings, relaxed dining, and the location's lineup of live entertainment, including country and blues performances.
Guests can also expect an elevated menu that combines Bristol's barbeque favorites, like the 18-hour brisket or the Texas Spare Ribs, with new dishes, including dry-aged meats and seasonal chef-driven specials. A cocktail program and vast whiskey selection will also be available.
"We're excited to welcome Bristol to Bridge Park," said Bob Hoying, principal at Crawford Hoying, the development company behind Dublin's mixed-use district. "The addition of a well-loved concept complements the continuous vibrancy that we have always envisioned for our mixed-use neighborhood."