Brick & Barrel is an unassuming little brewery near downtown Cleveland and the river. It's near a…read morebunch of other breweries so is easily added to any brewery crawl. Our visited ended up being one of our favorites thanks to a silly group of friends, and the super friendly and patient bartender Sarah who made sure we had a great time. The brewery is nearby a cool old raising bridge, which is present in their logo. They have a bunch of core styles to choose from. The decor leans heavily into local kitsch, which gives it a casual and colorful vibe. Prices are super reasonable with $9 flights. The beer quality was great as well. A highlight (or nightmare) for us was the fact they had the infamous Malort to try, we all had our first shots and hated every minute! We visited during a weekday, but I can easily see this being a fun and happening weekend night brewery. I'd love to visit again.

Brick and Barrel is conveniently located near downtown. Parking is easy on the street. They have a…read moregood beer selection and the bar area is comfortable. They offer outdoor seating as well. We visited on a Saturday afternoon and they were busy. The server behind the bar was very friendly and helpful.

The bar just recently opened, so I stopped in for a beer, got some great service and met a handful…read moreof friendly people from all over the place! A perfect place to stop before or after (or both ) the West Side Market. Huge space with merch and beer for sale, as well as an upstairs bar and brewery tours.

From the owner: Top quality craft beer that is brewed and canned locally in Cleveland, Ohio.read more

Very warm and inviting brewery with a variety of craft brew options. The space is super cozy and…read morethey have tons of board games and card games for all to play. This is the perfect spot to stop in on a cold or rainy day to enjoy a craft brew, a small snack, and enjoy some games with friends. I sampled a variety of beers and ended up getting a flight of 4. I don't remember them, but will say that their beer style overall was not my favorite. I did enjoy the cider and they had some other good canned options in a cooler.

One of the most unique breweries around. Building is full of character. They don't blast loud…read moremusic, you can come work here if you want. Socializing doesn't require shouting, etc. and on top of that, the beer is phenomenal and Vaughn loves to try different styles and frequently rotates beers to keep it fresh. All the bartenders make it an inviting atmosphere as well.

I had no idea this restaurant even existed until I saw an article on December 30th that they would…read morebe closing on December 31, 2025. So, I quickly messaged a good friend on December 30th (afternoon) and we planned to arrive for dinner. DINNER - The style is TAPAS so the food is small plates. Dinner was delicious. My friend and I ordered several dishes to share including sides (mushrooms, broccolini, and eggplant), rice, and 2 meats (sirloin steak and chicken skewers). The flavour was rich enough but not too strong. Pricing is slightly high but the quality is great. It's sad that the investor decided to close down this Japanese restaurant so early. They only opened in July 2025 so after 6 months they are closing. It takes time for a restaurant to see growth in customer base and money. Perhaps they didn't advertise well enough but whatever the case, I'm glad I got to try their food. Customer service was amazing. My friend and I were greeted when we arrived and were checked on throughout the night. **** GOAL of 365 reviews in 2025 - 60/365 total reviews in 2025 - 841 total Yelp reviews - Reviewed on 31 December 2025

Came to celebrate my birthday and the staff was so friendly! I love that they only carry Japanese…read moreliquor, it keeps the restaurant feel extremely authentic. We tried 6 dishes and 2 sashimi dishes and it was a perfect amount of food for 3 people. The food came out extraordinary fast too I was shocked. They were busy but efficient, I was quite impressed. The must haves are the chicken rice bowl, the yellowtail, and the beef cheek. I love the wide variety of food options for vegetarians and meat lovers. I will say, the food still needs some fine tuning. The flash fried octopus had a weird texture and the sauce was way too overpowering. The squash was good but didn't have anything that made it stand out than anything I could've made at home. Excited to come back to keep trying out more flavors!

CLE's best kept secret!…read more A few of my friends raved about Smoke & Mirrors, so I finally checked it out. I stopped in during Stargazers Ball hosted by YoreCraeft Productions. It was a fun cosmic costume party at Smoke & Mirrors. Smoke & Mirrors delivers on their promise, there are mirror accents and intermittent smoke. They also have a lot of silver accents that have a cool juxtaposition with the cave look. You can find this nightclub underground at Clandestina on West 25th. Enter the club by going through mezcalería (Clandestina) and going downstairs. The club calls themselves "subterranean catacomb club." I'd describe it as a nightclub giving off speakeasy vibes with some exposed brick, cave vibes, and sultry red illumination. It's a very mysterious dungeon looking club. It's raw and unusual for the local nightclub scene in the very best of ways. The coolest space in this club is the once upon a time coal room that serves as a little private nook to sip your cocktails. The rest of the club has one dance floor, some comfy seats against the wall, and a small bar. It's very intimate. The club is mostly known for its EDM DJs. Don't expect big names but expect good music. You can find their lineup on their IG @smokeandmirrorscle. They're open on Thursdays for karaoke, and Saturdays for DJ and dancing. The party that I attended had a lot of dancing and good vibes. The club seems to have a cover charge, but the amount is not shared on their socials. The menu consists of cocktails, craft beer, and wine, which is a generous selection for a night club. There were some themed cocktails during my visit ranging from $8-$14. I certainly plan to stop by during a regular weekend night to check out the full experience and DJ's. You should too. If you drop in, stop Clandestina bathroom for a selfie with flattering light. Can't wait for my next visit!

The basement bar has the best house/dance music in the city and never has a cover charge. The…read moreneighborhood is safe enough for groups to roam responsibly at night after a few drinks.

Came in with another couple recently, wanting to try this newly opened spot. We had beers and also…read moretried their wings. Although the wings are on the pricier side, they were some of the best we've had around the city! Definitely want to come back and partake of their Happy Hour and also further explore their pub grub style menu options.

Came here on a Friday night with a decent sized party for some drinks (11 people), food and to just…read morehang out. The brewery was pretty empty with just a couple customers inside. Our waitress was nice but it took a while for her to come back and take our order--to the point where we went up a few times to the bar to ask for the waitress. Food was decent, but the most disappointing part was being charged for the large party gratuity, without letting us know. When handed the POS system only the total was shown without the line items. So to our surprise when we got our receipt after paying, we saw that the large party gratuity was applied and that it should have been applied for 18 guests or more. A couple of us didn't realize and tipped 20% on top of the gratuity when honestly, service wasn't that great.

Saucy Brew Works is a long running brewery from Columbus. They also opened this taproom in Ohio…read moreCity, nearby other great breweries, restaurants, and fun things to do. I loved the big open doors and outdoor seating, the high ceilings made it feel like we were sitting outside even at the bar. Our bartender was attentive and friendly. It has an industrial feel with exposed concrete, lots of metal, and clear view of the brewing area behind the bar. Upstairs is a loft seating area which is available for private events. They have pizza and other great casual food I'm told, but on our visit we just came in for beer flights. Their selection was on the small side, but we loved everything we ordered. I also loved the muffin tin as a flight tray. Prices are reasonable. If you're a beer fan on a brewery tour, this is a great one to stop.

GRRREAT Pizza and fun neighborhood atmosphere. They used to have a pizza called the 'Clevelander'…read more I think it had yellow pepper and mushrooms on it but THE BEST PART was the slices of local smoked sausage /kielbasa. If you pay attention, they have fun events but sometimes my husband and I will take 25 min drive from the west, just to sit at the bar.

By far the best place in Cleveland for a view and no matter what your favorite type of beer is…read moreyou'll find it there good beer good food and good people

Gosh, what a beautiful place! Mosaic Brewing is located in a neighborhood of Cleveland that…read moreoverlooks the city skyline in the distance. It's on a bike path, and in a quiet neighborhood with historic homes and plenty of parking. The brewery is some kind of old industrial building, which is even more noticeable inside. All modern and redone, each floor has some special draw, with a typical brewery bar and seating on the first floor and in what used to be a loading dock, games and and another bar on the second floor, and amazing rooftop seating area on the roof. We opted for the latter, and got lucky with a table to enjoy your glowingly beautiful beers accompanied by the sunset. On our visit, it was bingo night and clearly a SUPER popular place to be. The lines were long, servers rushing around, but still the bartenders were friendly and happy to serve in a calm manner. Their beers are excellent quality as well, and reasonably priced. Restrooms are in the basement. The only negative is accessibility for people and even strollers, so you may want to check on that before coming. This was definitely a highlight of the day, and I look forward to returning.

Great spot a little out of Downtown Cleveland. Great atmosphere, charcuterie was awesome and the…read morewine selection solid and well priced! Service was excellent, great knowledge on the wine that you drink.

This is a beautiful place with friendly staff--that needs a little training. On our first visit I…read morethink we met the owner. She knew wine and could make good recommendations. Tonight we had newish employees who said things like, "I don't know. People say they liked this." A little staff training? The biggest disappointment was the charcuterie board. It was basically a bread board with some thin slices of weak salami. When I suggested some slices of good Cleveland sausage, she asked, "Where would we get that? The West Side Market is 5 minutes away.

I stopped in before a Guardians game last week. The panini I got was great, the staff was friendly…read moreand they had an amazing beer selection. I'll be back again

If you're heading to a game, do yourself a favor and stop at Whistle first. The area around the…read morestadium can get a little... let's just say "enthusiastic" a few hours before first pitch. Whistle is the perfect place to escape the chaos, kick back, grab some great food and drinks, and actually enjoy yourself before joining the crowd. The service was outstanding! Friendly, fast, and it genuinely felt like the staff wanted everyone to have a great game-day experience. Whether you're headed to a Guardians game, a Cavaliers game, or just looking for a fun place to watch sports, this place delivers. Plenty of big-screen TVs, a great atmosphere, and an easy walk to the stadium. It's the kind of place where you can meet up with friends, cheer on your favorite team, and start the fun before you even get to your seat. Whistle has officially earned a spot on my pregame tradition. I'll definitely be back!