

Cold drafts and loud stages
The back patio stage
Our open-air wooden stage hosts the region's finest rock, blues, and country bands every weekend. Grab a stool under the neon glow and let the music take over.
Honest pub fare
We keep the menu simple and satisfying. Order a basket of wings tossed in our signature sauces, paired with a heavy pour of whatever is cold on tap.

Backyard music and cold drafts
No reservations, no fuss. We serve up crispy wings, ice-cold beer, and raw local music on our outdoor stage every single weekend.


Honoring Mark Elliott
Travis and Dyana Jones reopened these doors to keep a legendary Wilmington gathering space alive. We preserved the grit, the history, and the spirit of the old Wagon Wheel tavern while refreshing the taps for a new generation.
Step inside to see Mark's spirit still painted on the walls, then head out back to find your new favorite spot under the Ohio sky.
No reservations. Just walk in.
We open daily at 5 PM on Sugartree Street. Find a spot at the inside bar or head straight to the backyard patio for cold drinks and hot food.
The Escape
Cold drafts, hot wings, and live music on Sugartree Street.
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36 W Sugartree St, Wilmington, OH 45177
Open daily from 5 PM
No reservations
© 2026 The Escape-Carrying on the Wagon Wheel legacy on Sugartree Street.
NO RESERVATIONS - JUST COLD BEER
