I thought I might be able to get lunch at this "mall" but it's practically empty here. There is a…read moreYMCA, a bookstore, what looked might be a food cart (Chik-fil-a???) and overall it was just depressing. This may have been a popular spot in the '90s but I wasn't the only unsuspecting person to wander in here.

Pretty much empty. I remember when it was new. Building facade in decay. Such a waste.read more

If you ever get a chance to experience Cookies with Mrs Kringle or Breakfast with Santa at Tower…read moreCity in Cleveland- Don't bother! We paid $25 a person + a $40 Service Charge to sit in a freezing cold room eating grocery store cookies, drinking coffee and cocoa from a vending machine dispenser, while a nice woman coughed all over everyone (and we're still sick). Our 6 and 8 year old were bored within minutes since we ended up being the only ones there at Noon and other than a woman reading one story from a book there was nothing else to do. The Staff, especially Erik the Elf, were friendly and helpful but the experience was overpriced and the train ride we paid extra for was a joke. There was no Santa (unless you paid $60 a person for breakfast.), and no Mr. Jingeling, but there was Bruce The Spruce but the line was too long. It was really for babies and small children. There were .3 small cars that went in a very small circle a few times...boring! And the Toy Shoppe was a big money grab. It was like being at the Dollar Store (or Five and Up) with cheap toys that cost $5 and up. The entire event was a waste of time and money. I would NOT recommend!

Tower City Center... more like, Towering City Center of Disappointment. I mean, they said this was…read moreonce a vibrant place to be as the shopping and entertainment destination. Even the Ritz Carlton is within there. What a joke. I remember they had water fountains and waterfalls, you could go to the movie theater, shop at unique places, grab some food at the food court that had great options, and enjoy the atmosphere. Now it's just a shell of itself. The place is nothing special anymore. It's just a walk through to get to the Gund or the Jake on a cold day. You call this a center, more like a ghost town with a few scattered businesses clinging on that will eventually tank. May as well call it Deformed City Center. May as well just throw in the towel because you're gonna need to clean this place up after it gets demolished one day.

Arcades were once a place to be when downtown shopping felt sophisticated. And so, Cleveland had…read moremultiple arcades including the 5th Street Arcades (not to be confused with the Arcade across the street). There were once two standalone arcades, the Colonial (built in 1898) and Euclid (build in 1911). These two structures were combined into the 5th Street Arcades. These arcades hold a lot of history and retail. AMBIANCE: The 5th Street Arcades are adorned with history - ornate ceilings and trims. Don't forget to look up and take in all the beauty. The space includes two walkways accessible from the Euclid Avenue and near East 4th. Should you use a ride share, consider the existence of various entrances. Arcades include retail and dining. There are only a handful of businesses. I most recommend Geraci's pizza (delicious pizza in diner setting), Intro (for fun outfits for your downtown outings), Coco's Selfie Studio (for documenting your family's moment), Rocket Fizz (for candy nostalgia), and Colossal Cupcakes (for the most Instagrammable sweets). You'll also find something very nostalgic - shoe shine! Ensure that you check the working hours of these establishments, most stores remain closed on weekends and have odd hours. Check retail and dining directory on the 5th Street Arcades website. HOLIDAY MARKETS: The 5th Street Arcades will be hosting Holiday Makers Market this Christmas season. They will be on weekends - Saturdays and Sundays. PARKING: Parking is available at various parking lots downtown (Euclid Avenue or by E 4th Street). If you're staying as a tourist in the city, it's an easy walk from all the hotels on Euclid Avenue. Personally, I enjoy the 5th Street Arcades for the architectural experience and not so much the businesses. There is nothing in the building that would consistently keep me coming back. The Arcades now stand mostly deserted. It would have been great to see them years ago in their full vibrancy.

The place has a ton of history and across the street there's another arcade but not many…read morebusinesses. It's really hard to see Cleveland with a lot of businesses gone. Even though the arcade was pretty empty, it's still a beautiful sight to see with a lot of history.

Was battling between a 3 or 4 star. Place itself is a decent building but really only 3 businesses…read morehere, well 4 if you include a shady looking massage place. A pho noodle on first floor, a Korean restaurant on the second floor. There is also a really nice Asian supermarket on the first floor. Being from California and having tons of Asian supermarkets and restaurants around, I noted that this is not in that same quality range, but I think for Cleveland it's really decent. Shopped at the market and bought some snacks and seasonings. Veggies are a good price and good quality. Would stop by again if in the area.

I'm glad someone posted a picture of the front of the building. There seems to be three different…read moreparking lots for this place? I wasn't sure where to park or which building was the entrance. I got here shortly after 9 AM, so the store really hadn't kicked into gear yet. Customers are starting to come in now. The main entryway you'll find a makeshift shop with Jade and Asian art as well as T-shirts and dishes and jewelry items. For their back to the right, you'll find a random embroidered, colorful wall art and furniture pieces. Up the stairs is a restaurant and some additional gallery or artwork as well. Left in the entryway is the food market. The food market is your usual pungent odor of fish seafood,in tanks, fresh is best.

The Creative Hangars (former City Goods) is a collaborative space of local makers in Hingetown…read more(Ohio City). I remember when City Goods was just born, and I first spotted their construction from the Church & State apartment rooftop. I figured that they must be new little homes, but they were actually shops full of local goods. I didn't even know what a hangar was until seeing these futuristic looking U shaped shops. The space recently transitioned from Ohio City ownership to the ownership of the founder (Sam Friedman of Chagrin Valley Soap & Salve). It's such an interesting destination in the city. NEW CREATIVE HANGARS: The City Goods used to have seven hangars encapsulating shops and a bar. As the Creative Hangars, the shops have been condensed to a single hangar with goods from about ten makers inside. The remaining hangars are vacant. While smaller scale, the remaining hangar is full of finds and same creative spirit. If you haven't visited in a while, please know that the same level of artistry lives on. MERCHANDISE: I stopped in many times at the former City Goods. I stopped in at the new Creative Hangars concept at the beginning of October. There is so much treasure hidden inside - shirts with local flair, pottery, wooden art, tees, cards, jewelry, tea, decor, baseball caps, and skincare. The first floor is full of souvenirs and CLE-spirited merch. Clothing goes up to XL. The second floor is devoted to Chagrin Valley Soap & Salve. During my visit I purchased a skin mask and a hair mask for self-care day from Chagrin Valley Soap & Salve. If you haven't used their products or heard their story, you must. It's a high-quality, botanically based local brand. Prices are pretty reasonable across the board considering the uniqueness and talent. I also love that most merch at the hangar features the Hope Memorial Bridge guardians. I love this architecture so much and obsess over everything with the guardians of traffic. SERVICE: The employee working at the store is also a jewelry vendor. She's so lovely and welcoming. I talked to her for a long time about the hangars' transition and the makers inside this space. It was great to get the human factor behind their merchandise. I feel like these stories often get lost at local shops. By the way, I learned that new artists' merchandise is welcome into the space in case anyone who is a creator is reading this review. I'd recommend a visit to anyone looking for self-care products or unique souvenirs. If you're visiting Cleveland, stop in to take away something unique to remember your time here. If you're from the Land, you'll love sporting your one of a kind CLE merch at the next sports event. I will be back very soon to shop for more Chagrin Valley Soap & Salve products.

What a special store! When it comes to gifts, buying local is what it's all about. Screw those big…read morebox stores. I like to put a lot of thought into the items I give family and friends around the holidays and this is the perfect place to visit if that's your style, too. Everything here is locally made and thoughtfully curated by the owner. Bonus points for being woman-owned by the way. They carry everything from beautiful jewelry to high quality bath and body products as well as Cleveland sports items, clothing, and art. I was able to grab my dad a Cleveland Browns Christmas ornament. I know he'll love it and likely keep it up all year round as decoration. The prices were also pretty fair given that the items are not mass produced. I highly recommend you pay them a visit. Whether it's for the holidays, a special occasion, or to simply treat yourself. You're bound to find something special.

Marshall's is the retail chain in Steelyard Commons. Ross Dress for Less is also located at the…read moreSteelyard Commons (right across the street) in case you're really in the shopping mood. I stop by at this location frequently usually in search for casual clothing and sometimes shoes. LAYOUT/INVENTORY: The layout is your typical Marshall's experience. The store is much cleaner and updated than other nearby locations. The inventory makes me pretty satisfied every time. There are a few designer brands, and plenty of inventory. I have noticed that lately plus size women's apparel inventory shrunk (especially jeans and dresses). There are no coats in plus sizes. I'm always happy with the wide range of tops (tees and sweaters) located in this store. In fact, during my last visit, I found several cute sweaters for sudden sweater weather. Currently there is plenty of seasonal decor. You can find everything for autumnal holidays - Halloween and Thanksgiving. Lots of ghost decor and even already on sale (as low as $12). I most loved books in the stationary area. Trending authors like Elin Hilderbrand and Alison Espach were options. Bookish girl's dream. SERVICE: Service tends to be transactional but friendly. Even the guards periodically working at this store tend to be pleasant. The only service bottleneck is the checkout. The checkout is always understaffed, long lines are often an issue. I like this store more than the other Marshall's in the area. I feel like I almost always can find things on my shopping list. I look forward to stopping again to shop for fall and winter gear.

Do men dress like this? Is this for a 70s show/Stranger Things costume contest? We were looking for…read moresome men's business casual clothing, nothing formal, and the selection was dismal. I found one men's suit in the entire store. There was a section that was cordoned off as if rain were coming down from the ceiling, so maybe that explains it. The staff was friendly and there did look to be lots of inviting snacks along the checkout section.

We have visited Shaker Square twice now. Mixed shopping and residential neighborhood. It's really…read morenice to walk around in the evening or on a nice day. We primarily to come here to eat at EDWINS Leadership & Restaurant Institute. The service is good. the Food is something special so make sure to check it out. There are a selection of shops in the four quadrants offering Arts & Culture, Grocery/Pharmacy, Retail, and dining options. Parking is available around the square and one the side streets and side lots. Learn more about Shaker Square at https://shakersquare.com/

Shaker "downtown" with shops and restaurants. A public transportation rail runs right through and…read morekind of shapes where the parking is. Metered parking available around the square. If a spot isn't available you may have circle. Increases the walk ability square for the neighborhood having access to a drug store, coffee shop, dinner and public transit.