Coaches Bar Finds New Owner | Columbus News

After 32 years behind the bar, Pat Leonard is handing over Coaches Bar and Grill to new owner Don Perkins — but don’t worry, the beloved Bethel Road staple is staying exactly the same. Leonard built it as a neighborhood “Cheers”-style hub, where loyal regulars, long-time staff, and word-of-mouth reviews (4.5 stars from 350+ Google reviews) kept the doors open through everything, including a legendary $2,500 tip before the pandemic shutdown. Though he admits he’s not a social media wizard, his community-focused vibe made Coaches a true local institution. Now, with the name, menu, and staff staying intact, Leonard is ready to step back and enjoy Coaches as a regular patron — just like everyone else. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e9ea169dc57ee196