I knew I was going to love Sauced Taproom & Kitchen just from looking at the menu even before we…read moretried anything. There's such a wide variety of options that it was honestly hard to decide what to order. I ordered the Yum Yum Melt with a side of broccoli. It was just okay for me. The sandwich was a bit on the thinner side, didn't have many onions, and it seemed like it was missing the garlic aioli. There were also no yum yum pickles on the sandwich or on the side, which was disappointing. I wouldn't order that one again. My one son got the Curd Burger with a side of mac & cheese and really enjoyed it, especially the extra flavor from the hot honey pickles. My youngest ordered the Teriyaki Bowl (chicken, carrots, broccoli, mushrooms, caramelized onions, teriyaki sauce over seasoned rice) and absolutely loved it. My husband tried the Caprese Burger with a side of Cajun fries, which was another solid option and he enjoyed it very much, especially the Cajun fries which were full of flavor. He also tried two of the beers, he ordered the Wangies - a hazy double IPA and he tried the Sasquatch Sightings - Russian Imperial Stout. He said both were excellent. I was intrigued by the different pizzas on the menu, which I am excited to try next time, I love that you have the option of ordering by the slice so you can try different ones or a whole pizza. Our server, Nick, was great; very personable, friendly, and helpful with menu suggestions since it was our first visit. The atmosphere was great also. Overall, a great spot with a fun and diverse menu. Even though one dish missed the mark, we'll definitely be back to try more items!

Sauced Taproom & Kitchen is a casual brewery in the heart of Lakewood. I frequent this part of…read moreLakewood and must have passed it a million times. I finally had an excuse to visit for a bookish bar crawl. I visited with a large group of book lovers. AMBIANCE: Urban brewery vibes with half brick exposed walls, wood furniture, wall of local beer plaques, and dim lighting. There is plenty of seating - a bar, high tops, and tables. On Saturday night the place was absolutely buzzing, lots of beer lovers! The space seemed equally tailored to the large groups, couples, and solo guests. My group was very comfortable despite us occupying the main space. FOOD/DRINKS: The taproom has a large selection of craft drafts, 49 to be exact! They are reasonably priced - $4-5. Some of the local brands are featured on the menu - Masthead, Bookhouse Brewing, Fat Head's, Southern Tier, and others. I wasn't in the beer mood during my visit, but my friend loved her beer choice. The menu is not limited to just beer, you can select cocktails, spirits, wine, mocktails, and more. There's something for everyone! The brewery has scratch kitchen. The menu has a lot of choices considering it's a brewery. Menu categories include pizza, salads, empanadas, wings, sandwiches, bowls, fries, desserts, kids menu, wraps, and brunch. There's a vegan section as well. Most of my bookish friends love that the menu featured pizzas by slice! I selected a bowl which seemed like a hearty fall day meal. My choice was Bourbon Chicken Bowl ($14.50). The dish was overwhelmingly spicy for my palette. My friend ordered a seasonal special (Seasonal Gnocchi Bowl) that was a lot more tasty and not spicy. SERVICE: Our group had only one waiter. The service was very impressive considering that he was serving everyone who was not seated at the bar. Every order was accurate, the service was fast, and he was super nice. For his sake, I wish for better staffing at this brewery. Everyone in my group enjoyed their experience and food! I would be back to try pizza! Oh, and beer of course!

Hey, I'll give them a 4 and here's why. 1) Free popcorn. Who doesn't love a bar with a popcorn…read moremachine. 2) TVs and plenty of them. It's getting hard to find a solid sports watching bar in this highly aesthetic time. 3) Decent, approachable bar food. Reuben is solid, haven't heard complaints about anything else. Service is good. They know people regularly come in for a reason - because they feel comfortable there. It's a Lakewood standard.

We came in for Tacos and they were amazing. The shell was perfect crunch and softness. the meat…read moreperfectly cooked, and just enough toppings. Although it was super crowded we found seating outside under the heat.

My go-to location for Premier League and for those of you into Formula One they have that on…read moreSundays. It's also the capital for Wolf's Ridge Brewing with multiple taps every day. Also some well curated bourbons and good prices! Great staff. You will never walk alone!

Bar as a bar was fine, had two bartenders, but was kinda busy, no complaints on that. Place was…read moreclean and the other bar goers were friendly. But one of the bartenders was quite rude. He'd just take your change without asking. I had money set aside to tip, but he'd not even ask if he could keep the change, which wouldn't have been a problem if he'd ask. Other bartender was nice enough though. Try to avoid him and your good.

Had for father's day and great meal! Short rib was delicious and well portioned. Beers were solid!…read moreServer seemed overwhelmed, with only a few tables, then saw she was the bartender too. Food came out fast for a holiday. I'd definitely come back.

We were there for lunch/brunch on Sunday. Pleasantly full, but not too noisy. Great food and…read moreservice. Waitress was friendly and quick. Will definitely be back!

This my why you wait so late to eat spot. Don't worry that's not a bad thing. I went with the vegan…read moregyro. It was good I added cucumber xtra onion and a xtra sauce. I think it was after 1am but definitely after 12. About 15 min wait not bad. Food came hot and good no complaints. It's a cool bar next time I'll check the patio out!

Stopped by Mars Bar for lunch while helping a friend move, and let me tell you, they were a…read morelifesaver. The food was delicious, the staff was genuinely friendly, and I really couldn't have asked for a better pit stop. I also loved the aesthetic. It has that classic "corner bar" charm that feels cozy and welcoming. Definitely a spot I'll be coming back to.

My book club has had a few of our recent monthly meet ups at Wine Dive, and have decided to make…read morethis our winter meeting location. The crowd ranges from busy to minimal and we received pretty good service both times. It can be kind of difficult because there are typically 10 of us so I think we typically have to wait a bit, but they do a pretty good job handling us. This place is very divey but still enjoyable. They have an assortment of vintage hanging lamps above the tables and that is my favorite detail. They have had some kind of music going on every time that we go, which I think would be fun if we weren't there for book club. I definitely want to come back here a time when I'm not discussing a book lol but the music is never too loud that we can't have a conversation. We are always here for happy hour and they have some great options. I always end up getting the $5 wine. They also make an excellent girl dinner with their house fries (basically Parmesan truffle fries) and chicken caesar salad. I have gotten this every time and I will continue to get it because it is perfect. I definitely suggest Wine Dive if you're looking for a fun easy place to go for happy hour!

Came to Wine Dive for an adult bingo night and I was pleasantly surprised. Really I had no idea…read morewhat to expect, but it's kind of a more mature dive bar if that makes sense. A little elevated, but still a dive. They have a large wine list, including bottles, wine by the glass, and some draft wines. The place is pretty spacious. I believe it encompasses the old El Carnicero restaurant and another bar that must have been next door. Seems like that took down a wall to make a really big spot. They have two bars and a small stage for bands, etc. The real surprise was the food. We just got a few things to snack on and couldn't stop. The sweet chili fried cauliflower was absolutely delicious. Probably one of the best fried cauliflowers that I've had in a long time. It was super crunchy with just the right amount of sauce. It was not soggy at all. We also got the popcorn. I forgot what the seasoning on it was, but it was addictive. Last we got some truffle Parmesan fries. They came with two sauces, one was a spicy mayo and the other I can't remember. Both sauces were great to dip the fries in and the large Parmesan pieces were a delight. Definitely a cool place in Lakewood to host an event or see a show.

I love Mahalls/pins and needles. It's such a unique space, and feels like you're stepping into the…read morepast. The crowd changes quite a bit depending on who is playing a show for the night. The bartenders make good STRONG drinks. It's a cute date place and good for groups. Probably one of my favorite places in Ohio

I love this bar, but it's got a certain vibe you have to surrender to: that musty smell of old…read morethrift-store 1970s furniture, sprawling down on couches set so low they're made for short 1960s people who were starved of nutrients because their mothers only fed them shimmering Jell-O meat molds, and the sense that you're not in a bar so much as a place assembled from fragments of some exploded Doctor Who TARDIS where it somehow assembled every 1960s sitcom into one patchwork locale. But! If you're willing to overlook all that - or, like me, crave it - then the drinks are pretty nice and pleasingly off-kilter, the service a little slow but friendly, and the people watching is top-notch. Just be warned that the bar is at the same address as the Mahall's bar, but it's down the stairs by the bowling alley. Don't get confused; we did.

Awesome little dive bar in the Lakewood area. No beers on draft but a great selection of cans and…read morebottles. Also a good venue for live music. Watched a rockabilly show last night and had a blast.

Hands down the best bar in Lakewood. It may not be everyone's cup of tea but if you're into cheap…read moredrinks, great music that doesn't drown out your conversations, friendly bartenders & an overall laid back atmosphere this is the place for you. On almost every Friday & Saturday there is either a DJ playing mostly indie rock (w/ some classic/punk mixed in) or live bands. There is rarely a cover charge for the live music. Sunday is import night, all bottles are $2. They have a shuffle puck table (best bar game ever), foosball & 2 pool tables. Plenty of seating and a very large outdoor smoking patio w/ cornhole.