My friend invited me to her running club, which meets right next door, and I learned you can bring…read morefood/drinks over from Voodoo with just a $1 "outdoor cup." While I went on the run, my husband and kids enjoyed Voodoo's music bingo, they had a blast! The brewery had a great family-friendly vibe, lively atmosphere, and solid beer lineup. I joined them afterward, and decided to stay for a bit before going back next door...my daughter won bingo, earning us a $10 gift card (huge excitement for her). I tried a few of the IPAs and rated them 4/5 stars--good flavor, and they stood out compared to other Ohio beers I sampled during the week. Overall, top-notch place. I also loved their book ticket method for drinks--it kept things easy and fun--and the dive-bar vibe paired with the local ambiance made it feel like a true community spot. If I were local, this would absolutely be a go-to spot, especially paired with a post-run visit.

Voodoo Love Child was my favorite brew in the flight of four I had. Deliciously well balanced yeast…read moreand red fruit flavors with moderate sweetness and very smooth. The pork belly and Brussels app would be so much better with a creamy sauce but still was good with the tart balsamic. The Brussels were perfectly crispy even though there were only 5 total pieces of small pork belly in the whole app. It was $10. It is very dark in the place on its own. Order at counter and pick up your food to sit where you want. Trivia on Wednesdays. The pulled pork meal was decent for $12. Fries were incredibly salty but perfectly sized to grab multiple at a time with a fork for easy mouth shoving. Pulled pork was kinda tough. The jalapeño slaw below the pork was peppery perfection! No dessert options.

Great place in Beachwood! I love their crepes and fast service. Also, as I'm a healthy food fan- I…read morelike fresh squeezed juices that the place offers. My favorite is carrot mix with apple juices- healthy. My favorite savory crepe is honey turkey mustard- I often ask for less dressing because sometimes dressing destroys a taste of a crepe. Try it.

I've been working construction in this mall for the last 6 weeks and this is my go to place. I'll…read moreeat here 3-4 times a week and it's always been great. I've had the Mexican Fiesta Salad, Chicken Caesar Salad, Spicy Chicken Salad- and then all those same as Wraps. They've all been fantastic and fresh. I love the Turkey burger and their smoothies as well. The sizes are perfect for lunch and reasonably priced ($6-$8 for almost all meals). The smoothies are made with fresh fruit which is much healthier than puree's. Expect to wait 5-10 minutes since they make everything fresh with care, but it's totally worth it!

The food was wonderful. My wife had a burger and she really enjoyed it. I had the rice bowl and it…read morewas also very tasty. I also had their Homemade Ginger-ale and it was wonderful. It seemed like a great place to enjoy an evening out.

Casual service meets fantastic food in an environment perfect for families & groups of friends…read more Each time I visit Northstar Cafe I love it more (and wish more deeply it would expand to a Westside location). For brunch, my go to is the biscuits and gravy. The gravy has a good heat to it and the biscuits are flaky and buttery. For lunch, the buddha bowl and chicken & avocado sandwich are both elevated classics. My husband raves about the fish sandwich - and the salad that comes as a side is anything but simple. When you enter, you'll order with the cashier and then find a seat with your number. Typical counter service - but what makes Northstar special is that the interior feels more like fine dining and the food is much much better than your standard fare. Worth a trip for its own merits, the fact that it's located in a nice shopping area is also a draw, especially for a weekend when you want to have a leisurely stroll.

We are still in the phase of finding new places in our new neighborhood, and I was REALLY excited…read morewhen we read about this place. When we walked in, excitement increased. It has the neighborhood dive feel I love SO FREAKING MUCH. Like, I guarantee you there's a guy named Gary who comes in there 5 times a week who sits down at the bar and just gets handed the same beer he gets every time he's in there. There are probably ten Garys, actually. I loved the vibes. The service was friendly, and the table we sat at was clean. The food was disappointing. Looking back, we should've ordered something a bit more... pub food-like? A burger, chicken wings, something along those lines. My wife hadn't had lunch, and she ordered a steak and potatoes, and I needed to get some sleep before working late so I ordered on the lighter side, a chicken wrap of some kind from the specials. Both were mistakes, They were cooked properly, but her steak was not a great piece of meat, and my wrap was just chicken, chorizo, and cheese on a tortilla. It needed some veg or a sauce or something. We're going to go back and give this place another shot, because I want SO MUCH for it to be good. I'm going to check through the other reviews to see what others really liked. This place has the potential to be a regular stop just based on the vibes, which I love, love, love.

great place to watch the guards! busy but we were able to find a two top table to sit at. had the…read morejumbo pretzel dog with onion rings and it was tasty.

Food is excellent, but don't order at the counter. They got my order all wrong and nothing I can do…read moreabout it.

This was a good experience overall. If you're looking for a super casual salad spot, this place…read moreworks. I enjoyed the variety of toppings offered to build your salad, and the portions are incredibly generous! The service was quick and pleasant enough. Based on the portion size, the pricing is fair.

Great spot on Larchmere, close to Shaker Square. Service was…read morequick, attentive , and friendly despite the longish line! Excellent ! I got an iced chai latte which was was perfectly spiced and well priced. All the refreshers I've had were great and , well, refreshing!! Interior is clean, bright, and inviting. My friend and I sat outside at a cafe table and enjoyed watching the passersby on Larchmere, which has a lot of great shoppes and businesses. Looking forward to more visits to Ungar!!

UnBar is a woman-owned wine bar and coffee shop union. Is there a better duo? I don't think so. I…read moreunexpectedly really enjoyed my experience. I stopped in today for a cup of morning coffee but walked away with my hands full. I got iced coffee which came in a smaller than I wanted cup. I also got mushroom latte which was perfectly spiced with cinnamon, and very smooth. I selected almond milk and feel like it paired well with the ingredients. Also I had to have some baked goodies after looking at the bakery case. I ordered croissant which honestly I found to be not fresh but still good. Apricot tea cake in the perfect world deserves its own paragraph. It was delicious, generously filled, and everything a tea cake should be. It's a must have! Service here is phenomenal! I mean top notch, attentive, and very genuine. There was only one employee serving the line but she did it with such a level of positivity that it made my morning. She asked if baked goodies needed to be warmed, asked about drink carriers, milk preferences, everything. She was consistently friendly with all customers. I really applaud this cafe on having such warm and friendly service. I wish more workers were in this morning to attend to the line but the service was incredible. As far as the cafe layout and amenities, here's the scoop. The cafe has wine, beer, coffee, and breakfast/lunch grab and go's. They have a coffee club where you get your own tumbler and you can join for $20. They also have plants for sale on a display much like Phoenix coffee. They also have a printer that you can use to print things. I don't know about you but I always feel like I need to print things. I mean it. The cafe has indoor and outdoor seating, was quiet when I was there and is somewhere you can really focus and do your most meaningful work. I also like the separation from the counter to the seating portion that makes it more secluded. I could totally see myself sitting here all day outside and enjoying the sunshine. Overall, if you have wine or caffeine needs, stop by this cafe. It's an unexpected gem of Larchmere. Order mushroom latte, it's a unique local find and is very tasty. Lastly, the cafe seems to have many regulars. One of the customers said "it's always a joy to be here" to cafe employee. That's exactly how it felt here - joyful.

The only food mistake I've ever made here was kimchi Mac n cheese w "bulgogi" seitan. Not only was…read morethe seitan absolutely without any bulgogi flavoring or seasoning at all leaving it dry and tasting like every other seitan deli meat slices, but the kimchi Mac didn't have kimchi on top- there was cabbage mixed in. It was pretty bad. Cabbage doesn't complement vegan Mac which already has a distinct taste due to vegan cheese. Literally 10 other items from the menu I've had were fantastic though!

I couldn't wait to try Foodhisattva and they did not disappoint. The 30 minute drive was well worth…read moreit and I will definitely be doing it again soon! Dining for 1, the cheese board was itself would make a hearty meal. The jam was incredible and the cheese itself was out of this world. Now let's talk about that bowl!! The bulgolgi was seasoned to perfection and I simply could not get over the egg. As a vegan I was perplexed, in a good way of course, I just have not had a "boiled egg" since 2016 haha but it was sooo good and really tasted amazing. Thai tea and tiramisu also 10/10. I can't wait to go back.

Everything was great! We had a big group and had some complicated orders, so we held up the line a…read morelittle bit, but the staff was quick and kind. The food was so good. Everything tasted fresh and well seasoned. Someone thought their brisket was mid, but that was the only issue. I appreciated how easy it was to make my meal vegan also. Great place to take a group

Went for a quick lunch and it was delicious. I got the chicken hummus plate with a side of falafel…read more Service and atmosphere were both great! Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Atmosphere: 4.5/5

Tried the brisket sandwich at Lox Stock at van Aken. Flavor-wise, it was very good -- the brisket,…read morecheese, and pickle combo worked nicely and tasted great. That said, I was disappointed by the size. For $20, I expected a thick, hearty sandwich, but this felt pretty skimpy for the price. Ordering was also a bit frustrating -- I had to repeat myself three times, and the employee taking my order had AirPods in. When your job involves communicating with customers, that really shouldn't be allowed by management. Good flavors, but between the small portion and the ordering experience, it's only 3 stars for me.

I was exploring restaurants in the area and came across Lox, Stock, and Brisket in the lively…read moreVanAken Market Hall -- and I'm so glad I did. I saw some menu items that sounded light and refreshing (like the lox with cucumbers) and figured it was worth a try. As I followed my GPS and other people walking in, I had no idea what to expect -- but the moment I stepped inside, I was blown away. The space is filled with beautifully curated shops and venues all under one roof, and the energy was vibrant, electric, and welcoming. People of all ages, backgrounds, and cultures were there -- it truly felt like a community gathering spot that instantly felt like home. I placed my order, grabbed the lox and a Coca‑Cola, and found a free table amidst so many people enjoying themselves. The community feel was unmistakable -- people chatting, laughing, and soaking up the atmosphere. The food was wonderful, the service was fantastic, and overall the experience was unforgettable. If you're looking for a place that's more than just a meal -- one with real heart, vibe, and community spirit -- this is it

Get a free 12 oz of coffee here with any coffee beans purchase!…read more Rising Star Roasters is my destination for a strong cup of coffee. It's by far my favorite local coffee shop chain. I frequent this location inside Van Aken Market Hall. This coffee stand is located right as you walk into the main doors of the market hall. You'll need to go to the counter, order your food and/or drinks, and wait for the order to be called (typical coffee shop experience). Wait can be a little long during peak hours but it's worth it! You can then select various seating options inside the market or outside. Various options are available inside - comfy leather-like couches, leather-like booths, individual or group tables, and high tops. Outside you'll find tables immediately outside of the Van Aken Market Hall or seasonally on the lawn. If you stop by during the right times, you'll find the district bustling with music and seasonal events. It's also always a good idea to pick up a cup of coffee then go cowork at AO or browse the local shops. The menu at this and other locations is concise and simple. You can get brewed coffee, tea, espresso, lattes, and seasonal drinks. The menu is straightforward and not confusing. My morning go-to's are usually perfectly strong iced coffees. I also always pick up something from the specials menu. All specialty drinks are very well made and consistently prepared. I have never had any drinks here that disappointed me. Small batch snacks are available at this location such as croissants and tea biscuits. I sometimes purchase a snack here or patronize other vendors at the market. All coffee beans at Rising Star are top notch. I recently learned that they have a dedicated coffee buyer who travels to coffee farms and brings coffee back to Cleveland. They're also incredibly serious about their roasting process and have a local roastery. How amazing is that especially for a local coffee shop?! You can pick up beans at their location that are named after regions of where the coffee farms are located. Each coffee bean bag has taste notes listed on the bag, choose your adventure! Coffee bean bag prices vary from $16-19. They'll roast them for you and tailor to your coffee preparation method (i.e. coffee press). If you purchase coffee beans in store, you can get free 12 oz drip coffee! You can also order them online and they'll be roasted within 48 hours of shipping. I love to explore their coffees, get something new every time. I highly recommend this location for your coffee cravings! While you're here, look out for notNeutral coffee mug - sleek, 12 oz, and must have. In the words of Rising Star, "a laser-etched Rising Star emblem adds a subtle, sophisticated touch to the side of each piece."

I usually wouldn't spent $6.25 on a coffee but rising star coffee is top notch. My usual cappuccino…read more(which is about $3.25) just wouldn't do when I saw that they had a Mayan mocha on special. Coffee + chocolate + cayenne? Say less! This has become a treat for me while it's in season. Once this special is over I'll return to my old ways. It's so worth every penny. I get it with whole milk. I also love the latte art they do. Check out rising star! Service is always quick and the workers are patient and sweet!