These Columbus bars and businesses could lose their liquor licenses due to previous incidents of violence, other crime

A number of Columbus bars and businesses at risk of losing their liquor licenses due to their histories of on-site violence or other crimes. 

Yesterday, the Columbus City Council’s Public Safety Committee held its liquor license objection process. The annual process involves Columbus officials, including City Attorney Zach Klein and Columbus City Councilmember Emmanuel Remy, who discuss businesses with a history of violence, criminal activity or liquor violations.

New objections to the following eight businesses were considered yesterday:

–Beechcroft Newsstand, 1935 E. Dublin Granville Rd.

–The Doll House, 1680 Karl Ct.

–Platform Lounge, 1058 Country Club Rd.

–Queen of Hearts, 5512 E. Livingston Ave.

–Speedway, 3304 E. Broad St.

–Mobile Mart, 2635 W. Broad St.

–Spotlight Lounge, 1662 W. Mound St.

–Julep, 1014 N. High St.

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In addition, renewed objections were discussed for the following businesses:

Save Way Mini Mart, 2585 W. Broad St

Speedway, 6175 E. Livingston Ave.

Sunoco, 2725 W. Broad St.

UDF, 530 S. Hague Ave.

UDF, 1680 N. High St.

Yesterday’s meeting was the first move in a multi-step process. Next, the Columbus City Council will hold a vote during its Dec. 5 meeting regarding the liquor licenses of the businesses. The Council’s recommendations will be sent to Ohio’s Liquor Commission, which will issue a final determination.

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