Italian Village
Coffee Shop & Cocktail Bar in Italian Village, Columbus
Bada Bean Bada Booze Italian Village is Columbus’s original café-bar — a place where your morning espresso and your Friday night cocktail can happen under the same roof. Located at 231 E. First Ave in the Jeffrey Park neighborhood, we sit at the center of Italian Village and serve the Short North, Confluence Village, and the broader Near East Side community from open to close, seven days a week.
Hours
Bold Coffee. Craft Cocktails. One Great Neighborhood Spot.
Whether you’re pulling up with a laptop for the morning or winding down after work with something stronger, Bada Bean Italian Village has a seat for you.
We partner with local roasters to bring you exceptional espresso — lattes, cold brew, and specialty drinks that change with the seasons. Come afternoon, the bar takes over. Our full-service cocktail program features craft originals, classic builds, and a rotating seasonal menu made with local spirits and fresh ingredients.
Happy hour runs Monday through Friday from 4–6 PM, with an extended hour from 6–7 PM for Thrive Card members. It’s one of the best happy hours in Italian Village, and regulars know to arrive early.
When the weather turns, our seasonal pool bar opens — an outdoor experience you won’t find at any other coffee shop in Columbus. Cold drink, warm afternoon, Italian Village energy. That’s the Bada difference.
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Parking
Park in the ParkMobile lot or on 1st & 6th. To get two free hours, open the ParkMobile app, enter the lot code, add your license plate, and select the free time. Forget to log in? Columbus Parking won’t forget to ticket.
Weekly Events, Trivia Nights & Community Programming
Bada Bean Italian Village runs some of the most consistent weekly programming of any café-bar in Columbus:
- Trivia Twoozeday — Every Tuesday, 6–8 PM. Show up early for happy hour, stay for the competition.
- Wine Down Wednesdays — Every Wednesday, 4–10 PM. R&B music, happy hour wine pours all night.
- Girl Dinner — Friday evenings for a laid-back night out with your crew.
Private event bookings are available for groups. If you’re looking for a private event venue in Italian Village, our space accommodates intimate gatherings with a full bar and café service built in.
Finding Bada Bean in Italian Village
We’re located at 231 E. First Ave, Columbus, OH 43215, right in the Jeffrey Park mixed-use community off 1st Avenue. We’re a short walk from the Short North Arts District and easily accessible from downtown Columbus and Confluence Village.
Parking: Use the ParkMobile lot on Auden Ave for two hours of complimentary parking. Enter the lot code in the ParkMobile app, add your plate, and select your free time. Street parking is also available on 1st Ave and 6th.
Dogs are welcome on our patio. Only service animals are permitted inside per health regulations.
FAQ
Yes, we offer complimentary Wi-Fi to all our guests. We kindly ask that you support our business by ordering food and beverages while enjoying this service.
We offer a variety of food options, including pastries from Happy Little Treats and bar snacks in the evening. Our menu is carefully curated to complement our coffee and other beverages.
We partner with local roasters to bring you the best flavors.
To maintain a calming atmosphere in the evening, we stop serving espresso after 4 PM to avoid disrupting our workflow during busier bar hours.
Yes, we offer a selection of vegan and gluten-free items. Please ask our staff for specific options when you visit.
Outside food is prohibited. If there’s an item you’d like to see on our menu, please fill out our digital comment card near the register to let us know!
Yes, we do. However, each location may have exclusive, secret menu beverages—get to know our team to discover these special items!
We offer a variety of merchandise, including branded apparel, mugs, and more. Check out our merch section in-store or online.
Reservations are not required, but they are recommended for larger groups or special events. You can make a reservation through our Private Events page.
We’re always open to partnerships! Please reach out to us via our contact form with your proposal or idea.
We love dogs! All dogs are welcome on our patio. However, only service animals are allowed inside due to health regulations.
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Yes — our Italian Village location is a full-service café-bar. We serve craft cocktails, wine, and beer alongside our full coffee program. The bar opens in the afternoon, with happy hour running Monday through Friday from 4–6 PM.
Absolutely. We offer complimentary Wi-Fi to all guests during café hours. We’re a great spot for a focused morning or a midday work session — we just ask that you support the business with a drink or bite while you’re here. Espresso service runs until 4 PM daily.
