So one night after a long couple days at the Cleveland clinic I decided I wanted to hit up a local…read morebar on my walk home. The only one on the way was this one. So I decided to walk the extra 2 blocks and see how it was. I didn't want to go to some over priced cocktail place full of tourists. Upon arriving, I realised the age group of everyone there was a bit older than I expected. Which was great because I hate drinking with a younger crowd.(things always seem to get a bit roudy) The other thing I noticed was I was the only white person there. Personally this doesnt bother me one bit so I walked straight to the bar after wiping off my glasses (it was raining during my walk there) and ordered a drink. I sat down and within 5 minutes, I was chatting with some of the other patrons. Chatting went to laughing which lead to probably one of the best nights I've had in Cleveland so far. Everyone here was awesome. The service was a normal pace and the drinks were cheep. I couldn't have asked for a better place to stumble upon. Moral of the story. If you're looking for a place that feels like home, come here. I made some awesome new friends that I plan on seeing later this week. There's also parking for those of you who don't want to walk.

This a true hole in the wall spot full of old school people. None the less they have friendly…read morebartenders, cheap drinks, and line dancing on thursday. If you really want to get tipsy before heading downtown just order the long island.

One of our favorite date spots! Lovely patio area for a summer evening and the service is fast (:read more

Eight (!) years ago my friend recommended her favorite place - The Fairmount. She emphasized that…read morethe ambiance and cocktails are something to experience. Eight years worth of Fairmount moments later, this review is well overdue. AMBIANCE: The ambiance allows you to slow down and enjoy your company. The restaurant is dim lit, has fireplaces, and loungey atmosphere. It somehow feels warm and I heard a lot of people refer to it as a second home (people are always so friendly here!). There is ample space - three bars, main dining space, and huge outdoor oasis bar. Nestled in Cedar Fairmount neighborhood, you'll also be able to enjoy historic neighborhood. There are seating arrangements if you're craving company or want to enjoy your date. Seating options include couches by the fireplace, tables, and high tops. Fairmount is delightful during every season. During the summer you can enjoy the bar and patio. In the winter you can dine at the igloos. I prefer all seasons here. FOOD/DRINKS: The menu at Fairmount is impressive and has exciting seasonal/weekly additions. You'll never get bored. The cocktails here are refined, very boozy, and very well crafted. The food is seriously delicious, and consistent every single time. I've been impressed with every dish. The dishes and drinks frequently follow the seasons. During my latest visit I enjoyed Butter Pecan Warm Cider with bourbon ($12, so bold and boozy, tastes like fall). I also ordered Fig Trouble Little China ($15, a more rich version of Old Fashioned, so delicious). I also tasted Short Rib & Risotto for the very first time ($28, such a delicious dish, every bite was just amazing). My favorites? Ah, so hard! I'll go with the Fairmount Burger! It's angus beef burger with bacon-fig chutney. It's so delicious! I can't even be serious about meat at the other burger places, this is easily the best burger in the city. My seasonal favorite? Kevin McCallister seasonal drink that resembles coquito or eggnog. The drink is topped with rice paper that includes the design of Kevin from Home Alone. It's such a fun tradition! I look forward to this drink all year and always tell the world about it! SERVICE: The service is excellent. I haven't been anywhere where service is right on point every single time. Everyone is nice - the owner, hosts, and waitstaff. You truly feel seen and like the most important guest. I've visited previously while on dates and frequently dine here solo, always had the most pleasant service. EVENTS: Many people book events here for their non-profits or companies. As far as individual events, Fairmount hosts a fun NYE party every year! PARKING: Onsite parking lot is available at the back of the building. You can enter through the front doors on Cedar or right through the parking lot door. There are numerous reasons why I love the Fairmount. I consider it to be the best dining experience in the Cedar Fairmount neighborhood of Cleveland Heights. I also love how the owner Jake is very engaged in the community and is incredibly friendly with the surrounding business owners. I'll choose this place again and again for calming ambiance, crafted cocktails, and delicious food. To many more years of Fairmount and at Fairmount!

Stopped into Borgata for a quick drink that turned into an amazing experience!…read more She played songs that everyone in the bar sang and OMG, everyone sang along and had a GREAT time! We celebrated with people that came in where they were celebrating Father's Day and they joined in and sang and had a great time. Leslie is amazing at engaging the customers and everyone there had amazing time! This is such a great place and Leslie makes it THE PLACE to go for FUN!

If you want to have the Italian version of "Cheers" You must…read morevisit Borgata Bar in Little Italy. Leslie welcomes you with with warmth and humor and serves a great drink! The Ambiance is old time Italy with a beautiful wooden bar and lots of old pictures from the 20's thru 60's. A great way to while away a lazy Saturday afternoon

Tried the hot honey pizza…read more It had thick pepperonis and was make solid right in the back The bar was really cool - decorated themed nicely. Menu looked fun We just got one za and I didn't drink One bartender was attentive and seemed nice.

We came here in Valentine's Day for some pre-dinner cocktails! This place had been on my list for a…read morewhile and I'm so happy I finally got to come! It is kinda hidden, down a- not so scary, but very cute alley!!! It's like a little speakeasy!! The menu was so cute and fun! So many options I wish I had, had more time to explore and try more... but ultimately decided on the L'Alba cocktail!! It's made with vodka, cappelletti, house made cherry cordial, fresh lemon juice, mint leaf, & prosecco rose!! It was delicious!!! Presentation was picture perfect as well!! My boyfriend decided on the seasonal sidro cider beer that was also very good & refreshing! He actually got 2 of them!! I can't wait to come back and try more deals & food next time!!!

A brewery on a college campus? Yes, please! The Jolly Scholar is a casual sports bar and restaurant…read morethat also brews its own beer. It was surprisingly excellent on all terms. The single bartender did an amazing job dealing with multiple large parties and the bar clientele that no one felt ignored. They have a large menu of great foods from sandwiches to salads, and lots of sides that would be great to pair with some beers. The brewery is on the campus of Case Western Reserve, so it's an easy one to walk to if you're exploring that area. There's also parking garages and street parking nearby. For us beer fans, we tried a bunch of flight sized beers, and also sprung for some limited cans to share. Prices were reasonable for the quality. It was a fun first brewery visit, one that probably isn't on everyone's most known list.

The falafels were way over cooked and very salty. Couldn't eat then…read more Next time I went my hamburger was good. If you like bay seasoning you would like then. Clark the bartender was awesome with everything.

From the staff to the food, it was amazing! In town for a concert so it was nice to feel so…read morewelcomed. Definitely will be back if I'm ever in this area again!

I arrived on a bike night there. Was asked on the patio if i wanted a drink. Told the waitress sure…read moreI'll have one but I'm going to go in and eat. She seemed upset by me saying that. So i went in sat at the bar and asked the bartender what the best thing to eat was. She said the burgers. So then i asked if they were made fresh or frozen. She said fresh. So i ordered a burger. The burger was just ok. Didn't seem like a fresh made burger. So i had the burger and 1 beer. And asked for the bill. When it came it was $26.00 for a beer and a burger. Way way overpriced for what it was.

The 2025 Yelpies were held at the Re:bar Christmas pop-up, and what a blast it was! The space was…read morebeautiful, spacious, and perfect for photos. The staff was friendly and welcoming, and while I wasn't drinking, my sister confirmed the drinks were very good. It takes a special place to open its doors to a crowd full of reviewers, and it's easy to see why Re:bar had nothing to worry about the venue was fantastic. The only thing that caught me off guard was the bathroom setup: you can see into the men's bathroom while standing in the women's bathroom and vice versa. You can imagine my surprise when I looked up from washing my hands and saw a man! That said, it ended up being more funny than awkward and gave us all a good laugh.

Rebar has always had my heart, so seeing them back temporarily with the Christmas pop-up in Ohio…read moreCity felt like a real homecoming. This place was where I fell in love with espresso martinis, and yes, they still hit. Same great staff, same consistent quality, same solid cocktails, all wrapped in over-the-top holiday décor. Rachel always does it up, and the team delivers every time. Service is fast, drinks are on point, and the flatbreads are incredible (I was way too hungry to take a photo). If you're in Ohio City this holiday season, stop by while it's here. Show them some love and enjoy the vibes.

The Ledger Bar is a small (I mean small) bar situated on the balcony that overlooks the…read moreMetropolitan at the 9's Hotel Lobby. Since the Metropolitan is home to an apartment complex, an upscale hotel, a rooftop bar, a dog park, a Pilates studio, a theater, a basement vault bar, and a "high-end" eatery, there's a whole lot of people constantly coming and going. Sitting at the four (five?) two-person tables situated right at the balcony railing means you can easily lean over and watch people come and go while sipping your drinks. Unlike the rest of the bars in the hotel, I was told there was no drink menu at the Ledger, and the bartender (who waited my table!) simply asked what flavor profile I was desiring tonight. The resulting drink he made was honestly good, and I really enjoyed it. Zero idea what was in it to ever order it again (and he was really overworked to ask!), but it was a neat experience of a "craft your own experience". There were a few beers on tap. I'm unsure about wine. Centro's food menu (restaurant downstairs) appears to be available here. There's a single unisex bathroom within steps of the bar, and the regular hotel lobby bathrooms are down a floor. As conference rooms are nearby this bar, I'd also probably guess there's a large conference room bathroom block too, but I didn't find that one. The rest of the bars and restaurants in the Metropolitan tend to take most of the attention here, and the Ledger has a much more laid-back, chill vibe. A lot of people were watching a sports game (baseball, I think?) on the TV behind me. With the smaller space and wide "open" area of the full lobby, the Ledger feels like your calmest, quietest bar option out of the available places at the Metropolitan.

Stopped here for drinks and a bite to eat before heading to an event. Very nice place with a…read morerelaxing atmosphere. My smoked old-fashioned was made perfectly. The wait for the food order (which was delicious) was reasonable given there was a private event happening, although it did seem the bartender was stretched a little thin, taking care of the 6-7 people at the bar, making drinks for another area, and putting glasses away from a previous shift. I had the meatballs and an Italian chopped salad, both very good. Overall, it was a nice experience.