In Columbus, diversity thrives. There's a reason Thrillist hailed Columbus as a "queer oasis," recognizing its welcoming atmosphere and vibrant LGBTQ+ community. Columbus also achieved a perfect score of 100/100 on the 2025 Municipal Equality Index, showcasing its dedication to equality and inclusivity. And, U.S. News & World Report also lauded Columbus among the top 21 Pride Parades and Celebrations in the U.S., cementing its reputation as a hub for LGBTQ+ acceptance and celebration.
Today, we shine a spotlight on businesses that not only excel in their respective industries but also proudly represent the LGBTQ+ community. We’ve started our list below and ask that if you know of a business or resource that should be included, please email us at community@experiencecolumbus.com.
If you're an LGBTQ+-owned business looking to connect with other LGBTQ+-owned businesses, please check out the Diversity Chamber of Central Ohio. Otherwise, choose a category below and get started!
AWOL Bar
Axis Nightclub
Bake Me Happy
Barcelona
Barroluco Argentine Comfort Food
Boscoe’s
Bubbles & Agave
Carlucci's Pizzeria
Cavan’s Irish Pub
Club Diversity
Daddy's
Jimmy Johns | Joshua Zimmerman Franchises
Macaron Bar
Middle West Spirits
Mouton
O'Connors Club 20
Palmas Tropical
Pat & Gracie's
Pattycake Bakery
Plenty O'Cookies
Schmidt's Fudge Haus
Slammers
Southbend Tavern
Tasty Dawg
The Kitchen
The Olde Oak
Toolbox Saloon
Tremont Lounge
Two Truths
Union Café
Canvas Collective Art
City Folk's Farm Shop
Flower Child
Fourth Home
Nosh Candy Co.
Olde Towne Flowers & Gifts
Olliver Lifestyle
Olly Awake
Orbit City Bikes
Out of the Closet
Paper Crown Candles
Rooted in 614
Samson Men’s Emporium
TheMrSeams Embroidery & Engraving
The Plant Gays
Torso
WASH Handmade Body Care
Wild Prairie Flower Farm
3Minute Fitness New Albany
Aleksandra Cochran | The Rainbow Sanctuary
bangSTUDIOS
Dynamic Souls
Fitness Wonderwoman
Goodfellow's Tonsorial Parlor
Goodhue Aesthetics
Robert Crouch | Health Markets Insurance
Heartfelt Yoga Studio
James B. Ford, D.D.S.
Mill Run Vision Center
Monasis Hair Studio
Optimum TMS
Redefined
Rmedy Massage
Seabolt & Co.
Square One Salon
Thriveworks - Columbus/Polaris
Tristan Michael Hair, LLC
Well Groomed Male Spa
Yoga on High
43 Homes
Axiom Construction Services
Benjamin Reemsnyder, Cutler Real Estate
Buckeye Electric of Upper Arlington LLC
Carolyn Frey Mortgage
CrossCountry Mortgage
Homes by TJ | TJ Brown Real Estate
Jennifer Kessel-White with Keller Williams Classic Properties
Katie Kikta with Red 1 Realty
Meyer & Dial of Cutler Real Estate
Miller VanOrder Interior Design
Mission Design and Staging
No Drip Painting
The Wheeler Team with Core Ohio Realty Advisors
Business Services
Call Management Resources
Portospire
ZenGenius
Financial Services
Greg Zunkiewicz | Edward Jones
Bianchi CPA, LLC
