August 29, 2025 – A new bar is getting ready to open in Downtown Bellefontaine. Wrock Bottom Bar will open its doors at 121 W. Chillicothe Ave. with a ribbon cutting on Friday, September 6th at 4 PM, and will offer a relaxed, come-as-you-are atmosphere with cold drinks, games, and a casual crowd.

Owned by Andrea and Rodney Wrocklage, local entrepreneurs behind Four Acre Clothing Co. and many other successful businesses in the community, Wrock Bottom is their latest venture in building local experiences. The name is a tongue-in-cheek play on their last name, Wrocklage, and reflects the laid-back, all-fun attitude at the core of the bar’s identity.

Wrock Bottom Bar isn’t aiming to be upscale or trendy. Instead, it’s a neighborhood dive bar serving up ice-cold domestics, beer buckets, simple cocktails, and a wide selection of bourbon and spirits. The space features pool, darts, Keno, a retro-style “barcade,” and several big-screen TVs for sports fans. Outside, a large patio promises to be a favorite hangout spot once the doors open.

“We’re not trying to be fancy. Just real,” said Andrea. “Wrock Bottom is the kind of place we personally enjoy – good drinks, great people, and a relaxed atmosphere. That’s what we’re bringing to Downtown Bellefontaine.”

The bar will offer carryout drinks, rotating bar food with playful names, and regular events including karaoke, live music, and food truck partnerships. A full calendar of themed nights, game nights, and community events is also in the works.

“Wrock Bottom is another great example of the energy and creativity Andrea and Rodney continue to bring to Downtown Bellefontaine,” said Keyne Strickland, Leasing and Property Manager for Small Nation. “They’ve created a space that’s casual, comfortable, and built for people who just want to enjoy themselves.”

Wrock Bottom Bar is located within Downtown Bellefontaine’s Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA), which allows visitors to enjoy alcoholic beverages outdoors within marked boundaries. That means patrons can grab a drink from the bar and explore downtown shops, events, and public spaces – all with a DORA cup in hand.

Wrock Bottom Bar is open now. For the latest updates, follow them on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok at @wrockbottombar.