Pins Mechanical Co. in downtown Columbus is part arcade, part bar, part social hall — duckpin bowling, pinball machines, patio pong, and a drinks menu built for groups. Located at 141 N 4th St, Columbus, OH 43215 (614.464.2255), it’s 21+ after 8 PM Monday–Saturday and all ages before that, making it a go-to for nights out, birthdays, and corporate events. Below is the official drinks menu with prices straight from pinsbar.com, plus the games lineup, game prices, hours, and an honest note on food — because Pins doesn’t publish an official food menu.
Drinks Menu With Prices (Official, 2026)
Prices below are from the official Pins Columbus drinks menu at pinsbar.com and cover every category — cocktails, 36 draft beers, cans, wine, shots, slushies, and zero-proof options.
Specialty Cocktails — $12 each
| Cocktail | What’s In It | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Hulk Hogan | Blueberry vodka, lemonade, original Bomb Pop | $12 |
| Carrie Fisher | Rum, coconut, pineapple, lime juice, rock candy | $12 |
| Pinball Wizard | Blueberry vodka, elderflower, ginger ale, blueberries, mint | $12 |
| Lisa Frank | Rum, vodka, fruit punch, watermelon, sour belt | $12 |
| Atomic Blonde | Tequila, mezcal, honey mango, pineapple | $12 |
| Maverick | Buffalo Trace, Benedictine, Dewars | $12 |
| Flower Child | Gin, lavender, lemon, basil | $12 |
| Flash Gordon | Tequila, mezcal, blood orange, lime, Tajin | $12 |
| The Game Over (25 oz — you keep the glass!) | 8 liquors, Sprite, lemonade, Hawaiian Punch | $18 |
Draft Beer — 36 Taps
Drafts are priced small/large, generally $5–$9 small / $8–$12 large. Budget picks: Busch Light ($5/$8), Coors Light, Bud Light, and Miller Lite ($6/$9). Most craft pours — Great Lakes Oktoberfest, Land Grant Lemon Glow, Rhinegeist Press Tart, Bell’s Two Hearted, Modelo, New Belgium Fat Tire, Collision Bend, Seventh Son Pins Pilsner — run $8/$11. Premium and high-ABV taps (Columbus Brewing Bodhi, Brewdog Hazy Jane, Brewdog Elvis Juice, Weihenstephaner Hefeweizen, New Belgium Juice Force IPA) are $9/$12. All 36 drafts are also available in 100 oz beer towers (pricing varies by selection).
Cans, Seltzers & Wine
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| White Claw | $7 |
| High Noon | $8 |
| Sunny D Vodka Seltzer | $8 |
| Topo Chico | $7 |
| SuperLyte Blue Chill | $7 |
| Hoop Tea / Long Drink (Peach or Citrus) | $6 |
| Happy Punch (serves 4) | $20 |
| Mimosa (serves 4–6) | $25 |
| Pins Passion Punch (serves 4–6) | $35 |
| Wine (bubbly, Malbec, Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc) | $10 |
Shots
| Shot | Price |
|---|---|
| Fireball / Fireball Blazin’ Apple | $3 |
| Pins Green Tea / White Tea-Quila | $5 |
| Green Tea (with Jameson) / Gummy Bear / Lemon Drop | $8 |
Slushies, Mocktails & Zero-Proof
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Slush Puppies (Cherry, Blue Raspberry, Lemon Lime — add liquor) | $8 |
| Non-Boozy Slush Puppies | $6 |
| Kids’ Mocktails (Juice Box Hero, Lisa Simpson, Optimus Prime, Shorty Baller) | $6–$7 |
| Zero-Proof Cocktails (Carmen Sandiego, Johnny Tsunami) | $10 |
| AF Cans (Brewdog Elvis Juice AF, Good Liar Midwest IPA, Liquid Death) | $5–$6 |
Happy Hour: weekdays 4–7 PM — $4 off specialty cocktails and $2 off draft beer. That’s the cheapest window to drink at Pins: $8 cocktails and $3–$7 draft pours.
Games & Activities With Prices
| Game | Price (Official) |
|---|---|
| Duckpin Bowling (8 lanes; smaller balls, stubby pins, 3 tries per frame) — Mon–Thu | $7 per game/person |
| Duckpin Bowling — Fri–Sun | $9 per game/person |
| Pinball (machines include Dungeons & Dragons, Elton John, Foo Fighters, Jaws, John Wick, Pulp Fiction, Venom) | $1 per play |
| Patio Pong (oversized beer pong) | Free |
Pins venues also run bocce, foosball, ping pong, giant Jenga, and giant Connect Four — activity availability varies, and some are free. Duckpin is the signature: shorter lanes, smaller balls with no finger holes, no special shoes needed, and all ages welcome. Lanes typically run first-come, first-served with text notification when yours is ready (per local guides).
The Honest Note on Food
Pins Mechanical Co. does not publish an official food menu on pinsbar.com — the menu page is drinks-only. It’s a drinks-and-games-first venue, not a restaurant. What that means for your visit:
- Eat before or after. Downtown Columbus has plenty of restaurants within walking distance of 141 N 4th St.
- Check with the venue. Some Pins locations host food trucks on the patio; availability varies by night and location.
- Budget for drinks, not dinner. Most guests spend on cocktails ($8–$12 at happy hour, $12 standard), drafts, and games.
If you need a full dinner plan in one stop, pair Pins with a sit-down restaurant downtown rather than expecting a food menu on-site.
Hours, Age Policy & Planning Your Visit
| Day | Hours (per pinsbar.com) |
|---|---|
| Monday–Thursday | 4:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Friday | 4:00 PM – 2:30 AM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 2:30 AM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
- Age policy: 21+ after 8 PM Monday–Saturday. All ages (and dog-friendly, per local listings) during the day.
- Address: 141 N 4th St, Columbus, OH 43215 — downtown Columbus.
- Phone: 614.464.2255.
- Happy hour: weekdays 4–7 PM is the best value window.
- Groups/events: Pins offers private event spaces — it’s a popular corporate-event and birthday-party venue.
Hours change — check pinsbar.com/locations/columbus before you go.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Pins Mechanical Co. Columbus serve food?
No official food menu is published on pinsbar.com — the venue is drinks-and-games first. Some Pins locations host food trucks on the patio, and downtown Columbus has many restaurants nearby. Eat before or after your visit.
How much is duckpin bowling at Pins Columbus?
$7 per game per person Monday–Thursday and $9 per game per person Friday–Sunday (official pricing). There are 8 lanes.
How much are drinks at Pins Columbus?
Specialty cocktails are $12 (The Game Over is $18), drafts run $5–$9 small / $8–$12 large, wine is $10, White Claw $7, slushies $8 ($6 non-boozy), kids’ mocktails $6–$7, and Fireball shots $3. Happy hour (weekdays 4–7 PM) takes $4 off cocktails and $2 off drafts.
Is Pins Columbus 21 and over?
Only after 8 PM Monday–Saturday. Before 8 PM and during the day on weekends, all ages are welcome (it’s also listed as dog-friendly).
What games does Pins Columbus have?
Duckpin bowling (8 lanes), pinball machines ($1 per play), free patio pong, plus bocce, foosball, ping pong, giant Jenga, and Connect Four depending on availability.
Does Pins Columbus have a happy hour?
Yes — weekdays 4–7 PM: $4 off specialty cocktails and $2 off draft beer.
Is Pins Columbus family-friendly?
Yes, during the day — it’s all ages until 8 PM Monday–Saturday, with kids’ mocktails ($6–$7) and free games. After 8 PM it’s 21+.
Where is Pins Mechanical Co. in Columbus?
141 N 4th St, Columbus, OH 43215, in downtown Columbus. Phone: 614.464.2255.
Do I need reservations for duckpin bowling?
Lanes generally operate first-come, first-served with check-in on arrival and text notification when your lane is ready (per local guides). For private events, book through pinsbar.com.
Does Pins Columbus have pinball machines?
Yes — $1 per play. Current lineup includes Dungeons & Dragons, Elton John, Foo Fighters, Jaws, John Wick, Pulp Fiction, and Venom machines.
The Bottom Line
Pins Mechanical Co. Columbus is an honest night out: $12 specialty cocktails ($8 at happy hour), $1 pinball, $7–$9 duckpin bowling, and free patio pong — with 36 drafts and zero-proof options covering everyone in the group. Just don’t show up hungry: there’s no official food menu, so plan dinner before or after. Hit the 4–7 PM happy hour window for the best value. For more menus and guides, visit the longhornsmenus.com homepage.
