Pickleback's is a really cool bar/venue! I loved the decor, there was so much seating, and the…read morestaff is super friendly! I learned that they have been open for just over a year, since St Patrick's Day last year (2024). It is set a little ways back in the Common Ground but it's worth the visit. Check out BOTH of the restrooms for the coolest pictures!

Wear a jacket. It's cold in there. The drinks menu is lovely. Many choices of cocktails and…read moremocktails. Good beers too. We had a group of 10. The bartender did a great job. Clean bathrooms with interesting wall art. It's next to the Commons so you can take a break and do some shopping. Parking is in the back, it needs better signage.

Wasn't busy when I stopped in. The bartender was super attentive and helpful with menu options…read more Their pizza is able to be ordered with optional vegan cheese and cauliflower crust for gluten free options. The cocktail menu was also unique with plenty of good selections.

We came here with friends last weekend for the first time. We had high expectations of the drinks…read moreconsidering they are a craft cocktail bar. We ordered several drinks off the menu. I had the spritz, which was good, but took over 30 minutes to receive even though we asked about it multiple times and everyone else at our table had received their drinks. My husband had an old fashioned which turned out to be only 5oz. The glass was not even half full. We all thought this had to be a mistake considering the cost and how poorly presented the drink was but the manager assured us that they measure properly. I think they should include this on the description because for $13, we were not expecting such a small drink. Our friends were not impressed with any of the drinks they ordered, either. My friend specifically ordered a double vodka shot in a short glass but received it in a tall glass, therefore watering down the drink. As for food, we shared the marinated feta appetizer and the charcuterie board. Both were good but the charcuterie only had one serving of meat (salami) and the rest were olives, peppers, cheese and grapes. For $19, we were expecting a little more. One of the cheeses, the largest portion, was a very spicy pepper cheese that none of us really enjoyed. The dip was very good - no complaints. We also ordered three pizzas. Our friend got the chicken pesto which he said was ok but nothing great. My husband got the short rib which he enjoyed. I did a make your own, which had literally no flavor at all. The crust was good but that was about it. I suppose that's my fault for picking the toppings but I thought it would taste better than it was. As for service - it was very slow and they were very inattentive. I wouldn't come back here or recommend it. I think as a restaurant that advertises for its drinks and pizza, both were lacking.

Upon walking in, I was immediately taken aback by how beautiful the space is inside. The murals on…read morethe walls are gorgeous, and the light fixtures are fun and unique, giving the whole restaurant an amazing atmosphere. We were seated quickly, and the chips and salsa arrived before we could even get settled. The salsa had great flavor and was a perfect start to the meal. I ordered the frozen margarita mixed with their house-made sangria, and it was incredibly refreshing. For dinner, I got the Vallarta Especial, and it was honestly one of the best I've ever had. The rice and beans were also full of flavor and clearly made with care. We had a fantastic experience, and I'll definitely be coming back!

Pretty close to 5 stars. All we had was fajitas. Everything was pretty good except the chicken was…read morechopped up too small which made it kind of overcooked. Not bad just could have been a tad better. Cool decor and great service. We will go give it another try and we would recommend it. Great fresh tomatoes and lettuce and chips and salsa were really good.

1811 Bar room is a gorgeous speakeasy tucked behind 1811 Home Design boutique in Brecksville…read moreserving incredible hand crafted cocktails! Bartenders Lexi and Aaron were very attentive with excellent recommendations! The drinks are made to order but we always had a drink in our hand! There are a few seats at the bar and about 10 small tables. I would recommend making a reservation but we were lucky enough to walk in! They have some small plates options for grazing. We will absolutely be back! 10/10 highly recommend but secretly want to gatekeep! 7 Bubbles with Empress Indigo Gin Castle and Key Manhattan Espresso Martini Old Fashioned Black Manhattan Roses are Red with Empress Elderflower Rose Gin

Super cute little speakeasy bar in the back of a specialty shop. Lots of drink options and some…read moresmall plates. Absolutely delicious espresso martinis. Also enjoyed their charcuterie board. Would definitely recommend.

I want to be authentic here. I think there is a lot to be said based on location. For this town,…read morethis place is top tier. My drinks were crafted cocktails. I like the provocative pictures in the bathroom. I also enjoyed the snack mix they brought out. Sat on the couch area and the semi private space felt comfortable and special.

White chocolate crème brûlée cocktail is the best as well as the painkiller and the lime and dee!read more

Party of 2. Place was empty. Just plain bad. Went for Cleveland Taco Week. Offered 2, yes2, taco…read moreselections on black board. Server was unable to describe either taco. Both of us ordered 1 of each taco and fries. 15 minutes to get drinks, another 15 minutes, get 1/2 order: 1 basket w/ 2 tacos. Server said she thought we only wanted 2 tacos between us and forgot the fries. Fries received anther 15 minutes later- cold. Received second order Tacos another 15 minutes later. Taco shells seemed like probably fried in morning. We dry and hard to chew. Served w/ bagged chips. chicken taco served w/ sweet relish??? Go somewhere else! Food/service D-

Food was decent…read more Drinks were good Trivia on Tuesdays from 7-9, but don't count on a 7pm start. All in all, it was decent

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.

This place is an absolute must visit. I've travelled extensively and this spot has earned one of my…read moretop favorite places to eat. We had the arancini, root vegetable latkes, fried calamari and veal meatballs. The sauce for the meatballs was the kind of sauce you want more of to dip your bread into. The meatball was perfectly seasoned and tender. The star is the calamari. Do not let the idea of kimchi throw you off, it made the dish. My husband does not like kimchi and he polished off more of this than I did. Service was top notch both in service and conversation. And while the tavern is small, it just adds the right vibe.

"We are really busy," the ambivalent host said when he forgot to seat us after sitting his bros who…read morejust rolled up on 1/16/26. This was after spending an hour and a half wait at the bar (said we'd be sat in 45 minutes, then blamed the bartenders for the oversight). Nope. Had a good experience here before but that was a couple of years ago. 1 and only star goes to the bartenders who made lovely cocktails for our party of 5. Cleveland has a lot of good competition.