arch city tavern is the latest addition to the burgeoning gastropub scene in central ohio. it makes great use of the space, which is decorated with columbus' signature arches as well as a black and white pencil illustration of the short north from day gone by. the food and drinks from arch city show a great deal of careful craftsmanship. there isn't really a clunker on the menu by partners komi memushaj and xhevair brakaj. the kitchen produces a few vegetarian starters, pizzas and a portabella sandwich. the bar serves a great selection of taps including options from great lakes, bell's, dogfish head,columbusbrewing, four string and 21st amendment, as well as artful cocktails that explode with flavor. the kerr street mule, a modified moscow mule, is made with watershed vodka, roake ginger syrup (a simple syrup made by a bartender in downtown columbus), fresh lime and nutmeg. the fries are treated with truffle oil and parmesan, served with two different aioli, one a rich, spicy chil