Pros: Beautiful views, some interesting and eclectic cocktail offerings. Cons: Slow and inattentive bar service. Extremely overpriced, even for a downtown establishment in a major city. Very subpar tap list and an equally disappointing bottle selection. The noshery downstairs in the Hilton lobby has better beers. I love the layout of this place, and it has lots of potential. But for $14-15+ per cocktail, it needs to get over itself, in some respects. I've had great drinks in amazing places in the hearts of DC, NYC, Chicago, and Philly for less. Let's keep it real for a moment an remember that we're in Cleveland. There are better options in this town. Hard pass. read more

Why come to this bar? Simple for the view. This bar is located at the top of the Hilton hotel on the 32nd floor. The bar offers significant views of downtown with floor to ceiling windows. It even offers an outside section that is mostly covered so even on rainy days you can go and sit outside. I would note that if you are coming here expect to pay for higher prices. But, all of the drinks are delicious. read more

A bit more upscale than everywhere else in Cleveland complete with an incredible view. The bar offers a pretty nice selection craft cocktails. Strong cocktails at that. The food isn't bad and takes a little long to get out. It's also cool that you can bar hop in the same building. I'll definitely be back and am looking forward to staying at the hotel. read more

Maybe it's just me. Maybe because I'm 33 and I've aged out of the chicness of Bar 32 that I failed to perceive the appeal of a limited, lackluster cocktail selection, cramped and uncomfortable tables, and a Moscow mule served in a rocks glass with a cheese plate clearly geared towards presentation rather than flavor and enjoyment. (Seriously, who is eating the twelve dozen Craisins?) I was further put off by the corny uniforms assigned to the female waitstaff. (Rhinestones needn't ever be mandatory.) And by the unnecessary faux pause for security at the entry. (We're not on the List because there is no List.) The service was perfectly nice and, yes, the view is lovely. But, at the end of the evening, this hotel bar is nothing more than simply a run-of-the-mill hotel bar with a view. read more

I had been looking forward to checking this place out all week! The weather on Friday night was absolutely perfect for viewing the sunset with a cocktail and my loverboy. We got parking easily, and we got in right away. The place was busy, but not packed. We got very lucky and found a table right by the outside view of Lake Erie. (These seem to be the tables that people are vying for because once we got up to leave, people came after us like vultures to retrieve it.) We split the Fish Bowl Punch and an order of flatbread. The Fish Bowl Punch is served in either gl $10 or btl $15. However, upon ordering, the waitress tried to up the ante by telling us that a bottle is really just 1 1/2 glasses. *blank stare*... ... ... This makes ABSOLUTELY no sense and she needs to stop telling tables that. Though, it may encourage an upsell - it's a PERFECT portion to split. And I don't know about you... but when comparing "glass" and "bottle" terminology with the likeness of wine... a glass is a five ounce pour and I certainly don't need a bottle of wine for myself. Ya herd? So, long story short - split the bottle - you're gonna get two martini glass pours of this delicious punch concoction. And for $15 bucks, that's a great price! What's more - the flatbread was fantastic - and the presentation was fun. Great late night snack food and cocktails in a trendy location with one of the best views you're going to find in the city. Check it out for yourself! read more

Very classy rooftop bar. Pretty crowded, we had to wait a bit for a table to open up. The drinks have good alcohol content, I got The View and it was sweet enough even for me. The sunset from the rooftop was beautiful. read more

It is hard not to fall in love with the views from this 32nd floor. The atmosphere is classy and contemporary however the fancy decor means the drinks come with a pretty price tag. The time it took for our server to come back each time was far longer than desired and each the first two times with disappointment as the first two beers I selected were not available. We opted not to try the overpriced apps and just enjoy a drink while soaking in the beautiful view of the city. Great place for a leisurely celebratory drink but don't count on quick service. read more

The Good: The view is like none other in CLE thanks to floor to ceiling windows. Beautiful decor, tall ceilings, panel doors that open to the patio on nice days. Plenty of options for seating, including a long bar, tables & chairs, and large ottomans. Restrooms nearby. Nice crowd of friendly people. Not so good: $22 for a skimpy "cheese board" that contained a couple bites of meat, a few cubes of cheese, and some raisins; wasn't enough there for 1 person to snack on. Good music selection but so loud, that I lost my voice trying to have a conversation with someone sitting right next to me. The actual outdoor area is small, and the inside lounge isn't huge - so plan ahead. Waited a very long time to get our drinks. We will return for the view, but wish this place was a little more quiet and relaxing, with better food and bev options. read more

Its a nice place. The drinks are a little pricey. They are almost double the price than other bars in Cleveland. I guess your paying for the view and the fact your in a Hilton Hotel. The place is smaller than what I expected. Good thing we came early because by the time we left around 10pm the place was packed. If you walk through the place there is a small lounge area in the back corner which is quite. I see this place more as a drinking and social place and not somewhere you order food. read more

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While the views of Bar 32 are second to none, the drinks are another story. Objectively, the mood of the bar is along the lines of contemporary and opulent, but they have to decided to contrast the ambiance with what some less upscale bars would consider well liquor -- Smirnoff's vodka, Tanqueray gin, etc. The cocktail options leave much to be desired. I hope that as the bar gains more footing (and more Yelp reviews), they will debut more intentionally crafted drinks using nuanced ingredients such as house made shrubs, a greater selection of bitters, and a diverse set of liquors beyond your typical bases. I did notice that the bartenders would chill glassware with liquid nitrogen before fill them with drinks. This technique is an interesting detail and gives me hope for changes at this bar. Until then, I have no plans to return in the near future. read more

We didn't try the food but drinks selection is good here. We ordered dry martini they did good job we loved our martinis. Service is good. Most important the view is amazing with sunset jut loved it read more

Paying for the view The view is indeed amazing and so are the drinks. I got the "New York Minute" and it was unique and delicious! My husband got a mule drink. It was good but not served in copper, as they traditionally are. Why not 5 stars? For one we called in advance to asked about the place. We were told they had happy hour, which they DO NOT. Also the ambiance was a little funny. Not sure how to describe it but something was just a bit off. Maybe because we came early? Also the drinks were pricey ($14-$18 and about $7 for a basic domestic beer) and the food offerings are extremely limited. read more

I came here while staying at the Hilton on a biz trip and really enjoyed this bar. I had a few custom cocktails created by the bartender, Caspian, which were divine and the cheese plate was amazing! read more

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I don't know how to rate this place so I have split the difference. For the views I give this place 5 stars. There were city/lake views to be seen from inside the bar and outside on the patio. There were even views from the restroom! But for the service I give 3 stars. I don't know if they were short staffed but they had 2 servers roaming the floor to serve everyone who was not at the bar. So it was a little slow, but that gave us a chance to take plenty of pictures of the views. I visited with a group of 5 and we were asked for one credit card to hold our tab but it would not be charged and we could pay how we pleased at the end. When it was time to go we asked for our checks to be split so we could pay individually. A different server came back having charged everything on the one card holding our tab. Yes they fixed it, but the service was off our entire visit. However, I will be back to show off those views. read more

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Server was talking about us in a very negative way to another co-worker. When we were finally approached the server walked up and said you only get one tab. When one of our friends closed the tab they opened at the bar she rolled her eyes and huffed and puffed. Very rude. We will not be returning. read more

Great brunch spot. Have pregamed there a few times before Browns home games. Server André is so wonderful and efficient! Will return just to see him! read more

Probably the most unprofessional experience I ever received. I was told not to bring in outside food. So I took it downstairs. Took the elevator back to Bar 32 and they said I was too drunk to enter. The lobby said I wasn't drunk at all. But Bar 32 had some hate towards me. The lobby of bar 32 smelled like hot garbage. Don't waste your time with their unprofessional manager(female). I would honestly be embarrassed to have someone like that running my establishment. read more

This is the best view of any restaurant/bar I've ever been to. It is on the top floor of the Hilton and is absolutely gorgeous. The vibe is cool and modern. The drinks are a bit on the pricey side, but you get what you pay for! They are high-quality drinks, the service is great, and did I mention the gorgeous view of the lake/Browns stadium/etc.? This is a must-stop if you're out and about downtown and looking for a classy evening out! read more

I have to say this place is a little pricey BUT the views and ambience are worth it. I've been there twice and both times have been a blast! I had my first drink in CLE at this bar and made a point to go back since. I've tried their pretzels both times and all I can I say is deliciousness. The chick peas were okay but please please please try their pretzels. Their mixed drinks are on point (shout out to our bartender Rob Bell for making us these amazing drinks). It is going to be a go to spot for me when I am in CLE. read more

Nice place to have drinks downtown, beautiful views of the city and Lake Erie. The service is a bit slow but you can always walk up to the bar so it is what it is. I had the giant pretzel that everyone posts and it was soooo good! I want one right now! I'll definitely be back in the future when I'm downtown! read more

Bar 32 is a hidden gem! I enjoyed viewing Cleveland and watching the sunset. The weather was perfect - 72 degrees. The drinks were a little pricy - two bud light drafts came to $20. The atmosphere was great and upscale. I would not suggest wearing casual clothes. You should dress to impress. read more

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After a fun night at the theatre, my date for the evening and I began to meander our way back to my place stopping at two of Cleveland's newest landmarks along the way. The first was the recently renovated public square and the next was the Hilton hotel, home to bar 32 on the 32nd floor. To get there, just head to the main elevator bank and right up to the bar. I was excited to check this place out, since I still have memories of being forced to dress up as a kid for the annual family holiday dinner at the old "Top of the Town" at Erieview Tower. Unlike the top of the town which was an upscale, full service restaurant bar 32 is first and foremost a bar. Their food menu was limited to tapas and two deserts so it's mostly for drinks. If you are hungry, there are two other facilities in the hotel that serve food. Considering it's location in the building (the area where a section appears to have been cut out of the northeast corner) the interior space seemed small, especially the outdoor patio. There is a main room with the bar, that patio and a more intimate side room (i.e. canoodling) around the corner from the bar with some additional seating. There is a mix of seating options, from tables for 4, high tops and smaller communal setups with small stools and large tables that were low to the ground that could accommodate 8-12. The view is actually limited to the lake and to the east down lakeside, so at night there really isn't much to look at. The patio was surrounded by glass panels to keep you safe, but were cloudy and difficult to see through. Not that it matters much, because the view of the lake at midnight makes Cleveland feels like it is sitting on the edge of a deep, depressing abyss. The atmosphere was overall nice. The furniture was a little cheap (my date for the evening described the furniture as ikea-ish). Her barstool was wobbly, so we tried a high top outside once her drink arrived. The high top stools were single pieces of molded plastic (Little Tykes-ish?) and I was afraid it would actually buckle under the weight of my 6'6" frame, so we went back inside and settled at en empty table. The music was all EDM and kept fairly loud up to last call, which is when the music levels are lowered and the lights are tuned on. While we watched the sophisticated set filter out of the bar we split the chocolate mouse while she sipped on their signature drinker named "the view". Overall? I was disappointed. If you are staying at the hotel go check it out. I suspect the view is probably better prior to sunset, but after sunset when people want to see or want to be seen this may not be the place do either. Interesting date night stop, but it just didn't feel like a regular date night destination. read more

You have to come here! Amazing views from 32 floors up of the gorgeous new Hilton. The space is beautifully decorated and has a great ambiance. Very friendly attentive staff. Delicious handcrafted cocktails. They brought the chef in from France and the menu of small bites looks fab! I will be coming back many more times. read more

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Expensive? Yes. But considering where you are, worth it. Really great atmosphere, in nice weather it's like looking out at the ocean. The only other real rooftop destination right now is Azure, which I actually enjoy but this is like Azures grown up higher up more mature cousin. Can't wait to return! Small food menu but the perfect spot for a nice drink and small plate to snack on. Fun tip- walking to the bathroom you feel like you might fall right out of the building. read more

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Bar 32 has a great atmosphere, 32 stories above Lakeside Road. Parking is interesting as the front desk is always confused if there's validation or not. Nonetheless, the views are spectacular of the Lake. One does not go to Bar 32 because of their food or drink, you go for the ambiance which is on a top tier level 9 of experiences. Great date place read more

Great place. Great low key spot for drinks. Amazing view! Went there last night around 8pm and wasn't too packed at all. Only issue I had was that my server wasn't wearing a face mask and she was getting pretty close when speaking to us. Expected a little better from a big hotel like Hilton. read more

We were all amped up to hit this place at our hotel the last night there to watch the Ohio State game and it was a bust. Probably 5-6 bartenders on a Saturday night and we still sat waiting for drinks in between drinking. Too crowded. Nice enough opportunity to overlook the city. Been there done that. read more

Went there this evening in hopes of a nice date with my girlfriend. Although the view was spectacular the service was not. 20 minutes after being seated, we were never even acknowledged. We took it upon ourselves to grab a drink at that bar and bring them back. The man who sat us noticed me at the bar and asked if we have been checked in since seated and we have not and then told us a server will be out soon. She comes to the table and checks on our drinks and walks away and never comes back even when checking on tables next to us. After spending over an hour at this table with little to no service in hopes of a bite to eat and a good time we found neither. read more

Really cool top floor/roof top bar. Laid out on the 32nd floor obviously, the space is expansive, modern, and makes you want to hangout longer than planned. Great selection of beer, wine, and cocktails. I'd recommend slightly cheaper appetizers. Everything is $14 and up, but not the type and amount of food to cost that much. Otherwise, great service (thanks Juan!) and options to be outside (except in Nov.) on the 32nd floor for a fantastic city view. read more

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Cleveland is so lucky to have such an amazing bar! Definitely try to get here before sunset and snag one of the table by the glass balcony. The views are gorgeous! I would definitely say this place is best for smaller groups (4 or less). My friends and I grabbed some cocktails to enjoy the spectacular views. Most of the drinks are about $10, I mean, how else will they pay for the maintenance of this beautiful bar. So tempted to give this place of 5, except for the little incident that we had. We were all enjoying our cocktails and getting ready to take pictures by the glass balcony, when this man from the table next to us totally wiped out and knocked over my friends' chairs and drinks. We were all just stunned what had happened and so thankful that none of us were at the table when it happened. Management was quick to help the man up. There was glass and blood everywhere :(. The bar was kind enough to pay for 2 of my friends drinks since they got smashed from that drunk guys fall, but the rest of us were not interested in finishing our drinks at all. Not with glass all around our table and blood staining the floor. I just wish the bar was willing to give us all complimentary drinks because of what just happened and how we were all luckily not by our table when this happened. Pros: - gorgeous rooftop bar with glass balcony - sunsets and the views are SPECTACULAR - many fun cocktails to choose from Cons: -not the best place for large groups (like more than 4 people) - don't have any obvious drunk people sit by you! Why I gave it a 4.... Cleveland is so lucky to have this beautiful rooftop bar. Highly recommend for anyone visiting to stop by, especially around sunset. Many specialty cocktails to choose form all about $10 each. Just wish the management was better with the situation with that drunk man while were there (covered all of our drinks, cleaned up the glass better, at least attempted to remove the bloodstain from the concrete floor, etc). read more

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This place is a shit hole. They asked me not to bring pizza and I went down stairs to take the pizza to are room. We return without pizza and they wouldn't let us in without the pizza. Place smell like urine. Do not book anything here. read more

The greatest view in all of Cleveland, but it definitely comes with a price! While it's still warm out, it's definitely worth heading up to the 32nd floor of the Hilton to have some drinks and watch the sun set over Lake Erie. It's incredible! Drinks are expensive!! Each cocktail is $12-$17 for basic drinks. Worth going once tho to see views of cleveland you really can't see anywhere else. The tables outside are first come first serve. Again, worth the wait. A cool spot that cleveland needed but it's a splurge! read more

I went here for drinks with a friend after work before a show at Playhouse Square. We initially were turned away because there was a private event going on. We went back 45 min to enjoy the view and a drink. I was a little bummed we were not able to get food there, but overall it was worth the wait. The drinks were good, and there was a table that opened up on the patio that let us see a great view of Lake Erie and Brown's stadium. The drinks were a little bit pricey, but I knew that coming in that they would cost a little more. I wish the patio outside was a little bit bigger to enjoy the view. read more

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This place is great. The view is awesome. I expected to pay premium prices for drinks considering it was a rooftop bar. I didn't know I needed to pay for ice on the side when I ordered dirty ice with my martini. I assumed the ice got thrown away I didn't know it got reused. The only reason you would charge. read more

Beautiful at night. Great service at the bar. Loved the ambiance. No complaints! However, drinks are definitely on the pricier side

I came to Bar 32 with a large group of friends to enjoy drinks after a big concert (Beyoncé & Jay-Z) while staying at the Hilton and had an unprofessional and unpleasant experience. Everyone was having a good time and my friends (my wife, another couple, their friend and a work colleague) were hanging out having drinks while waiting for the concert crowd to dissipate as they planned to get an Uber. The evening was going well and we were all enjoying ourselves while capping off a great concert until a very rude staff member of Bar 32 came to our table to tell my friend's wife that because she dozed off at 1am, after we spent over $100 on overpriced drinks, that they needed to leave immediately. Important note: She did not order a drink, was not drinking that night, nor was she intoxicated, just a bit tired. This staffer used a condescending tone and very frank and unprofessional language that made all of the members our party uncomfortable. This interaction ruined a great night. As Hilton Rewards members, this is not the first time my wife and I have stayed at this Hilton or gone to Bar 32 but it might be our last. I hope that future guests will not have to endure this type of harassment at the Hilton establishment in downtown Cleveland. read more

Gorgeous cocktails, great view, and great for both dates and business meetings. The rooftop bar allows you to see Cleveland in an entirely new way and features a minimalistic design which takes your attention away from the bar itself and draws your eyes out through the floor to ceiling windows to the city below. Heck, even Bud Light on draft comes in a fancy flute! read more

Great view. Worth the visit. Bar service a bit slow. Did I say great view? 38 bucks for dortmunder and 2 glasses of chardonnay...view is worth it! read more

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Great view of cleveland. Drinks are expensive service is good. We tried a few apps ( they don't serve full meals from what I saw). Flat bread was smaller but good and nachos were a bit larger and pretty good as well. read more

Beautiful bar. Great view. VERY limited menu and drink menu. Can't make a chocolate martini? Not many flavored vodka ? Such a great place you would think they would have a full bar and be able to make anything at $14 plus a drink read more