James Beard Semifinalist Lawbird: Crafting Cocktails & Community with Annie Pierce

In this episode of Chefs in the City, we sit down with Annie Pierce, co-owner of Lawbird, one of the top 20 semifinalists for the James Beard Award for Best Bar in the Nation. Annie shares the story behind Lawbird’s welcoming atmosphere, their top-tier non-alcoholic program, and the creativity behind their latest art-inspired cocktail menu. We also dive into the evolving Columbus bar scene, the importance of hospitality, and what it means to be recognized on a national stage. Plus, Annie gives us a sneak peek at their upcoming Japanese pop-up and their vision for the future of mixology. Cheers to a conversation you won’t want to miss!