A local treasure. What more can I say?…read more We enjoyed Happy Hour earlier today: Manhattan and sparkling wine!

Cute little speakeasy above the barber shop. Go through the doors and take the stairs up. Free…read moreparking around the area. Hosts and servers were nice. Charcuterie was a charcuterie. Drink was good. Nothing stood out as something that would call me back here in particular. Maybe the fact that they allowed someone to bring in their child and sit at the bar to hang out... That was actually refreshing. I appreciate a place that appreciates family and good drinks and food.

A friend and I were visiting from out of town and stopped here to kill some time before we checked…read morein to our hotel. As we were getting comfortable at the bar, the bartender greeted us with "welcome shots"- immediate five stars - and was as friendly as could be. Our drinks were made quickly, enthusiastically and never went empty during our visit. I tried two drinks on the menu (I cannot recall their names) and while they were creative, I wasn't a fan of either. Despite this though, Cloak and Dagger gets five stars for atmosphere and service.

Never a bad time at cloak and dagger. The recent menu being Alice in wonderland theme was such a…read morefun theme! The tea tower was delicious (I need a jar of each of the jams pronto!) and the absolem (their version of ratatouille) was so flavorful. For drinks I loved that they have non alcoholic versions and I've had both mocktails and cocktails from here and they always deliver. They change the theme every season and I can't wait to see what the next theme is!

Great concept, even better drinks…read more Speak of the Devil offers handcrafted cocktails, adorable small bites and fabulous wait staff and mixologists. Everyone is so knowledgeable and they go above and beyond to creat the perfect craft cocktail. Starting with the Bees Knees was perfect, it wasn't too sweet to keep me from trying something a little stronger for my second drink. Who knew Lorain had such a well kept secret in Speak of the Devil.

I've been here a few times, and every visit has been top-tier! The customer service? Impeccable…read more The vibe? A whole mood. This spot gives off a sleek speakeasy feel--dark, moody, and elevated by stunning artwork. The dim lighting sets the perfect ambiance, making it an ideal place to unwind with a drink in hand. Speaking of drinks, the menu offers a solid selection of specialty cocktails, but if you're feeling adventurous, the bartender is happy to whip up something just for you. Just a heads-up--they don't serve food, so plan accordingly. I sipped on a crisp sparkling wine, and the elegant stemware with a twist of lemon was a classy touch. If you're looking for a stylish, intimate spot to enjoy well-crafted drinks, this is it!

Been wanting to try Velvet Tango for forever as I've heard so many good things about it! It lived…read moreup to the hype. The interior is huge and dark, romantic, and vibey. There was a live jazz pianist in every room. The ambiance was great. Keep in mind they don't have dinner food, just bar snacks, so don't come expecting a meal. The drinks were definitely pricey, especially for Cleveland (~$20 per drink, give or take), so I don't plan on coming frequently, but it's a fun spot for a night out.

We recently tried Velvet Tango Room for the first time and we walked in immediately impressed. Well…read morestaffed, dim lighting, and cozy cocktail tables and bar. I had a margarita and an espresso martini and both cocktails exceeded my expectations! The lime margarita was classic, slightly tart, and made me want another. The espresso martini was enjoyed by all - very smooth, full of flavor without making you feel full like some do because of too much cream, I assume. The space is cool, speak easy vibes, and the gentleman playing the piano was a nice tough with an ideal volume.

Do yourself a favor and go into the Courtyard Marriott and through the phone booth to the fun…read moreentrance. Or I mean, you could just go into the street entrance like some speakeasy n00b... This is so cute and it's right next to the Northside Market. The whole area is filled with galleries and restaurants. The decor is true to the prohibition era, heavy on the velvet, black curtains, flooring made of barrels topped with an old timey TV that only plays I Love Lucy. Pricing is comparable to other speakeasies but their drinks are well made and gorgeous. For an extra $2 you can get this little sci-fi citrus bubble on top! Our entire party really enjoyed this place!

This speakeasy gets busy! Luckily when we got there, we were able to snag a small area to sit down,…read morebut others weren't so lucky. They entered and left disappointingly. There are two entrances. One through the hotel telephone booth and one through the newstand. Beware that there is a camera watching you if you take the newstand approach... and everyone inside the bar will see you attempt to open! Drinks were awesome, lots of clever drinks. Staff was super friendly in getting our drinks despite it being so busy.

We absolutely loved Sully's Speakeasy! Skip, the bartender…read moreis extremely talented and takes pride in his work. Our drinks were delicious! The ambiance, decor, and overall vibe was a perfect combination for a prohibition era bar.

No signage. Almost secretly located on the 2nd floor above the Barrel Room…read more Amazingly talented bartender who is passionate about his work, even makes his own bitters. Every drink I've tried has been great. This place is Prohibition Era themed and the old building, unique furniture, and music all fits perfectly. Canal Fulton is lucky to have such unique addition.

This place was definitely a unique experience and worth a try. I've always wanted to try actual…read moregumbo (not out of a soup can lol) and jambalaya (not out of a store bought pouch). I got the best of both worlds worth excellent tasting gumbo and jambalaya. I ordered the Pick 3 appetizers: chicken & andouille sausage gumbo, jambalaya, and "Who Dat?" Cheese Bites. The pick 3 appetizers was worth every penny. The cheese bites had a a bite for sure. The food was so good and filling I had leftovers. The waitress was amazing and kept the drinks flowing. She wished me a happy birthday and even brought me a birthday beignet with a candle in it. The parking can be a little tricky. Make sure you know when free parking is available in the area or else you're looking at $10. Also, I knew this in advance but there is an automatic 20% gratuity charge on parties 5 and up. The main restrooms are down the stairs and creatively decored.

We came to check it out based on the reviews. It took a bit of time for us to find parking. It…read moreseems like they offer free parking by the library. We tried a few beer tasters and I liked Ciderboys recommended by our waitress. It happened to be happy hour so we ordered sweet potato waffle fries, chicken & andouille gumbo, and Louisiana Cajon jambalaya off the happy hour menu. They were not the best I've had but they were still good. The portion size was decent, more than enough for both of us to share. The ambience was great. It got busy as the night went on. Our waitress was friendly and checked on us frequently. Overall, I had a good experience.

Erika, the bartender, was welcoming when we opened the door. The service, food, and especially the…read moredrinks were fantastic. I believe this may have been the best old fashion I've ever had. We plan to be frequent flyers from here on out.

Still fun as ever! Drag bingo slumber party was fun and entertaining. The key lime pie martini is…read moremy new favorite cocktail definitely try it. New signature drink menu every month, always a great time at this gem. Ask for Erica she gives great service.

What an awesome place! The Vault is in the basement of the Metropolitan at the 9 Hotel above, a…read morebuilding that used to be a bank. The lounge is huge, with unique vibes in different rooms behind the various old vault doors still inside. They've highlighted the history here, with cozy lighting and plenty of little nooks and crannies to enjoy with your party. The main area is the bar. The whole place has a 1920s speakeasy vibe; the night we visited a wedding party was fully leaned into this in period attire making it extra fun. They have an okay beer list, it's more about the cocktails. Our bartender was helpful and friendly, despite a growing number of people getting complicated drinks. If you like a unique place to enjoy a nightcap, this is a must-visit in downtown Cleveland.

Vault is always a good choice for catching up with friends. Currently they have been having little…read moreevents called girl dinners that you can grab tickets to online, I've attended two so far and it's a really cute laid back night out with the girls. A drink sponsored by a liquor company is usually included for the event along with a buffet style finger foods. They also have different vendors there in all the vaults offering unique experiences like permanent jewelry, hair, tinsel, and feathers, coloring contest, and this time they had a vault set up with just dance. Every time I attend a girl dinner it just keeps getting better. The staff is always amazing and welcoming.