Business Spotlight: Ski's Bar & Grill

A Historic Spot with a Fresh Chapter

Located in a building dating back to 1890, Ski's Bar & Grill continues a long-standing tradition at this historic downtown location. Over the years, the space has been home to a neighborhood bar, a barber shop, and even a woodworking shop. Today, Ski's honors that legacy while bringing new energy to a place that has always been about community. 

A Family Dream Come True

Owners Terry and Leslie Stankoski opened Ski's Bar & Grill in October 2021, turning a lifelong dream into reality. What began as a vision of owning and operating a bar alongside their children has grown into a welcoming neighborhood gathering place where everyone feels at home.

Drinks, Food & Everyday Favorites

Ski's Bar & Grill is known for its wide selection of beer, wine, seltzers and liquors, with a strong focus on staying current with new and popular products. Guests can enjoy daily drink specials, weekday food specials, and a relaxed atmosphere perfect for unwinding after a long day. Looking ahead, plans include additional daily food specials and the expansion of the beer garden, giving patrons even more to enjoy.

Entertainment & Friendly Competition

Beyond great food and drinks, Ski's Bar & Grill offers live entertainment along with organized dart and pool leagues, making it a go-to spot for both casual visitors and regulars looking for friendly competition and fun.

Giving Back to the Community

Community involvement is at the heart of Ski's Bar & Grill's mission. The bar hosts annual events like Puttin' Around C-Town in April and Cornholio Across Columbus in January -- both designed to support and spotlight small local businesses. Ski's also supports Big Pals-Little Pals by donating ice for summer events and regularly collaborates with other local businesses during community activities. 

Art Meets Atmosphere

Adding even more character to the historic building, Ski's Bar & Grill is now home to a new mural by Columbus artist Dillon Krueger. The mural brings fresh visual energy to the space while celebrating local creativity -- another example of how Ski's continues to evolve while staying rooted in the community. The artwork adds to the welcoming vibe and makes the building stand out as both a gathering place and a piece of downtown art.

A Place for Every Celebration

While Ski's Bar & Grill is proudly a neighborhood bar, it has proven to be a versatile venue. Since opening, it has hosted wedding receptions, graduation parties, baby showers, and retirement celebrations, showing just how welcoming and adaptable the space can be. 

Looking Ahead Downtown

Ski's Bar & Grill continues to contribute to the vitality of the downtown area by providing a safe, welcoming place to gather, watch sports, enjoy good food, and connect with friends. While the owners have seen positive improvements downtown, they hope to see continued growth -- especially along 11th Street.

For the latest updates, events and specials, follow Ski's Bar and Grill on Facebook.