This cozy space is welcoming and charming. It mixes music, mocktails and scrumptious small bites to make this space truly memorable. Bonus: the staff is friendly, knowledgeable, communicative and receptive. Definitely one of my favorite "bars"! :) read more

First timer! I was at another local business nearby and decided to stop in. I am so glad I did. The employee behind the counter was so nice with a light welcoming voice reserved for coffee shop employees and children's librarians. I mentioned it was my first time and I was given a menu and it was explained to me. Also I was told about the cooler of drinks if I wanted that. She answered all of my questions and even made recommendations. I loved my strawberries and cream matcha and will absolutely return as my brownie was amazing also. This is a women's owned business that caters to non alcoholic drinks and spirits. They have cafe food also, so that is something I will return to try. read more

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This cafe feels like it was made just for me! The design & decor immediately made me feel at home: midcentury, industrial, and Hollywood regency flourishes blend seamlessly. The food menu is full of fresh, healthy, nutritious, flavorful offerings. And the mocktails, coffee, and tea drinks are a delight across the board! Staff are both chill & attentive. I grabbed a couple spirit-free bottles for home and enjoyed making my own nonalcoholic margaritas gin & tonics throughout the summer! I don't care for alcohol much these days, but having a delicious, special beverage still feels like a treat! Drop in sometime, bring your best girlfriends, and enjoy all the delicious feminine energy at Verbena! read more

WOMAN OWNED BUSINESS!! I finally got to try a drink at Verbena Free Spirited Shoppe. I visited on 10 July right at 9am when they opened since I had the day off work. They just celebrated their one year anniversary as they officially opened in July 2023. SERVICE -- Friendly and quick. The lovely Amanda was the employee who greeted me and explained the menu to me FOOD/DRINKS -- I bought the overnight oats ($5) which is rolled oats and chia seeds, tahini, and oatmilk with Ghia crunchy chocolate hazelnut topping. This was really tasty and a healthy option. It did have a little too much hazelnut topping on it though. For drinks , I was deciding between the Lavender Haze (Remix), Earth Day Matcha, and Cin Cin. I decided on the Cin Cin which is made with Seedlip Spice (Non-Alcoholic Spirit), spiced coffee syrup, sweetened condensed milk, and Coca-Cola ($9). This drink was sooooo refreshingly good. I don't drink or like coffee but I could barely taste the coffee flavour in this drink. I tasted mostly cardamon from the Seedlip Spice and I tasted the sweetness of the condensed milk. I will absolutely get this drink again and I recommend it if you like a sweet drink. LOCATION -- They are located where Cleveland Tea Revival (CTR) used to be and they now sell Cleveland Tea Revival's teas plus they still have a few of CTR's menu items including the CTR Signature Rice Bowl and the veggie sandwich. Before I left, Molly the owner entered so it was nice to see her again. I recommend Verbena to everyone. I'll definitely be back and I'll update my review accordingly but for now, a 4/5 stars is fair. **** GOAL of 150 reviews in 2024 - 63/150 total reviews in 2024 - 713 total overall Yelp reviews - Reviewed on 10 July 2024 read more

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Walking around Hingetown, I encountered Verbena Shoppe, Cafe & Dry Bar, a brick and mortar café, retail shop, and bar -- the first non-alcoholic gathering space in Cleveland. I ordered for takeaway: - Sushi Bowl: Sushi rice with avocado, soft-boiled egg, carrots, cucumber, furikake, pickled ginger and vegan spicy mayo - CTR Signature Rice Bowl: Sushi rice with ginger carrot slaw, spicy kale, soft-boiled egg*, romaine, cabbage slaw, sesame seed & matcha miso dressing - Sea Salt Peanut Butter Cookie - Ube Brownie with Sea Salt As they prepared my bowls I was able to have a seat in this comfy little cafe. The shelves have teas and non-alcoholic beverages. For those who want or need a lifestyle sans alcohol, there are many options here. We enjoyed our bowls with the bright colorful and crunchy vegs and astringent flavors. The only drawback is that there was way too much rice (some might consider that a good thing). The ube brownie was purple but the ube flavor was very subtle. Otherwise it was moist, chewy and sweet. read more

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Incredible. I have been on the hunt in downtown Cleveland and surrounding areas to find some of the best matcha recommendations for my traveling friends and Verbena has taken the top spot. Watching the care and speciality that goes into their matcha latte, blending each ingredient separately and carefully made such a special yet delicious experience. This was the strawberry special on their menu and it certainly did not disappoint. Verbena is a place that has kind service with an atmosphere that welcomes you to relax and enjoy your morning rather than a quick stop on the go. Please give this place a try if you can spare some me-time for a beautiful and delicious matcha or bite! Gluten free avocado toast with a little garlic spread goes incredibly well together for a light bite read more

Verbena Free Spirited Shoppe - Iced Strawberry Matcha Latte - Cafes Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

My boyfriend and I have gotten takeout from here a few times and the employees we interact with are always so nice! I have a severe food allergy. Not only are they super accomodating- they make it look easy. When I picked up our sandwiches last weekend, they were out of something that normally comes on my boyfriend's sandwich and suggested a substitution that he really appreciated. When I left the restaurant, I walked past a back patio that seemed calm and inviting. Maybe next time we get food from Verbena, we'll try the patio! Of course, there's the delicious food too. Healthy, delicious, and FILLING (without making you feel too stuffed/bloated). Boyfriend and I have both been incredibly satisfied every time we've gotten something from Verbena. read more

Verbena Free Spirited Shoppe - veggie sandwich - Cafes Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

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Have been meaning to try this place and was finally able to go recently. It's located near a bunch of other restaurants, and the inside is really cute with a smaller amount of seating. I had the Chai Espresso Martini (with no spirits of course) and found it very tasty. Our group ordered some food as well -- the cheese board and olives -- and enjoyed that as well. They were out of the usual bread, but the staff was very nice in asking us our preference for replacements. The drinks and snacks were great -- looking forward to going back to try more! read more

Verbena Free Spirited Shoppe - Chai Espresso Martini - Cafes Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

I have been anxiously awaiting Verbena to open. We visited on a Friday afternoon, so we were able to try their day menu. The La Verbena was cool and refreshing. I would absolutely order it again, except I am guessing when I go back I will want to try something new. My son had an iced London Fog and said it was delicious as well. It was not as sweet as he is used to. The staff was friendly and service was great. La Verbena has a small food menu small to go with their drink options, as well as a retail area to buy the spirits. This is great for recreating the drinks at home. They have a very comfortable dining area and a cute outdoor patio. The outdoor patio is connected to the establishment next door. It appeared you could enter the building from the front or the back. I loved the location. We visit Hingetown often and will be returning to Verbena. read more

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I am not a drinker. So when the opportunity came up to visit this place. I was ecstatic. They have everything a non drinker could want. All while feeling like they can be in a social environment. I had time to talk to the owner. Who was very pleasant. Always had a smile. She explained her vision and I was very happy to sit and listen. I for sure will be back. And look forward to it as well. read more

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Great spot in Hingetown to grab a zero-proof cocktails & apps!! Popped in for a tarot night they had and the mocktails were AMAZING! I was eyeing their appetizer menu but figured I would be back soon to try them out. Lots of free off street parking offered! So excited to come back and try more drinks! read more

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The cheese board made me feel like I was in the south of France. Spanish goat cheese, reggiano cow's milk cheese, and toasted baguette with cherry amaretto jam. I had a lavenderhaze and kava lemon cello. My mom had a 8 of wands which she described as a spicy autumn's night with a good sweet and bitter balance. Atmosphere is bright and location is filled with young indie folk and fresh flowers. They have an outdoor seating area that's giving French Monastery! You can watch as assortment of dogs pass by through the comfy bench window seating. I would highly recommend it for anyone looking for a nonalcoholic bar experience. read more

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As a Muslim, when I heard that there was going to be a spirit-free bar in town, I said I had to try it. For some reason, I was EXTREMELY slow on it. In fact, I even ended up here by accident. I planned to go to Spaces to check out their current exhibit but they happened to be closed and I realized Verbena was in Ohio City. This was a lot better than I expected. While a quant space, the servers were extremely kind and the food/drinks were good. I wanted a Lemonade but the Bar Tender suggested the Lavender Haze so I figured it'd make more sense to try a cocktail. It was VERY GOOD and I was happy to have tried it. We got the Avocado Toast with an Egg. My girlfriend is Gluten Free, and they thankfully had an option. While good, I do with that the toast came with additional toppings (pickled red onions would've been a great addition). All in all, Verbena is a cool spot to check out and a great addition to the Ohio City area. A friend of mine recently stopped drinking and I absolutely plan to take her here. read more

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Hingetown has been slowly making a name for itself, this establishment is all the buzz, with no buzz. Perfect fit for the area. If you're lucky enough to meet Molly, she is very knowledgeable on everything. As im sure every staff is also, I had the pleasure of meeting Molly. Very inviting and cozy atmosphere. Try the aperol with some charcuterie. Dont leave without a salted Ube brownie! read more

You barely get any oats for the price. They source their coffee from duck rabbit which is nice