A new season means new choices for those looking at food and drink options inside Nationwide Arena.
Delaware North, the Columbus Blue Jackets food and beverage partner, has added a variety of dining options across the concourses.
“We are proud to offer a wider variety of healthy options in our concourse, alongside family-sized, photo-worthy offerings and classic favorites our fans know and love,” said Delaware North Executive Chef Sean Barger.
Outside of Section 102 is home to the "Bento Box". The stand will offer Japanese-inspired fare with diners choosing between chicken, beef, or a veggie meatball option.
New to Section 105 is “Pucks & Clucks”, an option that allows fans to grab boneless wings, chicken sandwiches, or vegan nuggets with their choice of sauce.
Between those two stands is “Spirits & Spuds”, located outside of Section 104. As the name suggests, the offerings there will be various fingerling potatoes and high-end liquor selections.
Introducing new additions to our food & beverage menu at @NationwideArena!
— Columbus Blue Jackets (@BlueJacketsNHL) October 14, 2024
Including new healthy, family-sized and classic favorites, we can't wait for you to get a taste!
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One of the more unique additions will have a location in both the upper and low bowls: "Taco vs. Nacho stations" will be at the Blue Tortilla locations in Sections 121 and 217. According to the Blue Jackets, "the Mexican-inspired fare features a delicious rivalry of the house CBJ Nacho recipe topped with rich beer cheese sauce, fire-roasted corn and cotija cheese against a competing nacho inspired by popular food trends of the opponent’s region."
Another addition to the upper bowl is "The Sweet Spot" outside of Section 202. The team says the new stand will offer frozen custard, freshly baked cookies, cotton candy, and more.
The Wild Turkey Hat Trick Bar, launched last season, has two new additions. They'll serve Italian-themed fair, along with a new grab-n-go beverage station available. Wild Turkey, the Official Whiskey of the Blue Jackets, is set to debut a pair of private barrel selections later in the month: a traditional barrel pick and, for the first time, a private Rye selection.
In addition to the new food options at the arena, this season also marks the debut of the Diamond Cellar Club.
According to the Blue Jackets, the Diamond Cellar Club "offers an exclusive and luxurious experience for guests attending Columbus Blue Jackets games.
The team also says that the Club's location, along the north side of the arena, will give fans "exceptional sightlines and luxurious amenities," adding that the premium space is "designed to enhance the overall fan experience."
"Members of the Diamond Cellar Club will receive a variety of upscale amenities and benefits, including dedicated parking in the Arena Garage, all-inclusive food and beverage, dedicated restrooms, (and) a private entrance."
