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.

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.

Came here to see Aimée Allen Trio: Strings and C(h)ords with Tony Romano and François Moutin…read moreThis was my first trip to the Bop Stop. Definitely not my last ! The jazz artists were really good. They played a mix of originals and music of other jazz artists. The place is a very neat space. Good acoustics, nice bar. The drink sales go to music education. Such a great investment in music education. Highly recommend looking into the shows that are on their website. Go and support this awesome place ! Thanks for a great night of jazz. Looking forward to attending additional shows. https://www.themusicsettlement.org/events/2021/10/22/aime-allen-trio-strings-and-chords-with-tony-romano-and-franois-moutin-bop-stop

What a cool experience! We came here to see Stanley Davis perform with the Dave Banks Big Band, and…read moreit was such a pleasure. This venue donates proceeds from the bar to The Music Settlement, which has a music school for children, as well as music therapy. What an awesome cause, and a great intimate space to see a show. There are maybe about 15 tables that seat 4 in front of the venue, and you can also sit at a bar that lines the back of the room. Right now they are looking for a new kitchen vendor, so it's drinks only and no food. We had a great time, and would definitely recommend this venue.

Such an awesome experience! Delicious Wellington, devil eggs and salmon Oscar. Would triple check…read morereservations seem like they may have kinks to workout, def would want a reservation. Fun drinks with great live music! The drinks were a bit iffy, the chocolate martini was a no go but the night owl was very good!

Great dinner the other evening with my wife. Food was excellent and the jazz band was great. Staff…read moreis awesome but could use some help. Great meal and environment for a nice evening.

One of my favorite venues to see local live music! Chill cozy vibe with great food. The Wine Bar…read morehas frequent local singer/songwriters and open mics with some of the best local talent. Always a fun time!

One of the realest and best bars in CLE IMO. I went for an open mic and performed, and saw some of…read morethe best musicians in my life, and I saw Paul McCartney in concert.

I had a great dining experience. We were part of a big party and luckily they were not busy. We had…read moreour reservation well in advance and our tables were ready when we arrived. We were greeted warmly when we entered. Ms Jackie was our server and she handled our party like a pro! She was so down to earth and attentive. She took charge and let us know how she would do the ordering to make it efficient. Now the food...our once social table was quiet once the food came out. There were a few appetizers on our table and that was a good move because there was a little wait for the food. Jackie checked in with us and refilled beverages and cleared plates at a great rate. I ordered salmon dish with Mac and cheese and greens. I was able to take half home. We really enjoyed ourselves. I hadn't been to Fredericks in several years, but after this experience, I may have to run it back! The restaurant was clean and inviting as well

The food is always good here but lately the fried pork chops have been lack luster and unseasoned…read more The blackened fish is great and the sides are always good although lately the green beans are under-seasoned and seem to be canned. I would normally give them a strong 4 but it's giving 3.5 at best lately and that's not ok considering the prices.

Had such a fun evening at Vosh Lakewood with friends! We reserved one of the outdoor igloos, and it…read moremade for such a unique winter dining experience. Even though it was the warmest day in February (close to 60° when we arrived at 5:30), stepping into the igloo still felt cozy and seasonal. I've been here in the summertime and dined on the outdoor patio, so coming back in the winter and enjoying dinner in an igloo on that very same patio was such a cool full-circle moment. It was a lot of fun and gave the space a totally different vibe, intimate, festive, and perfect for a girls' night out. We started with the margarita pizza as an appetizer; simple, fresh, and flavorful. The crust was thin with a great texture and not over saucy with the right amount of cheese and basil. For my entrée, I ordered the Lenten special: pan-fried Lake Erie perch fillets served with two potato cheese pierogies topped with caramelized onions, coleslaw, dill remoulade, lemon, and cornbread. So good! The perch was perfectly cooked, light, crispy, and not greasy at all, although the breading was a bit bland. The pierogies were soft and flavorful, and the caramelized onions added the perfect touch of sweetness. And the dill remoulade was excellent. Everything on the plate complemented each other beautifully. The service was excellent. Our drinks, appetizers, and meals came out quickly, hot, and fresh. Our server was very attentive and on top of everything without being overbearing, which made the whole experience even better. Between the cozy igloo atmosphere, delicious food, and great service, it was a fantastic night. I'll definitely be back again!

Exceptionally average. The two stars are for the amaretto sour and the amaretto sour only, it was…read morereally good. Service was not bad but not good. Food was super super boring- the pierogi were dry and flavorless and the presentation of the whipped feta alone.. i mean, come on. Could not get a good read on the vibes. I'd go back and sit at the bar maybe and have like, a salad.

Not a bad seat in the house. We choose the upstairs area. Went to see the band Cartel with two…read moreopeners: Landon Conrath and Hunny. Enjoyed all three. Several bar areas so the lines were not bad. Clean bathrooms!!

I've been to The House of Blues so many times over the years and I personally enjoy it. I think the…read morestaff from the security to the wait staff are always friendly and helpful. I have had tickets in the balcony which is nice if you're going to a more relaxing show but I typically get standing room floor tickets. They also offer VIP seats behind the stand room floor area. Standing room can get pretty packed but there is usually space in the back to get some extra breathing room. The drinks at the bar tend to be a bit pricey but what you'd typically expect from a concert venue. The drink selection is fine - I would prefer more craft beer options but they do carry PBR which I enjoy from time to time. They also have some food options more than just popcorn and pretzels. I typically get the chicken tenders which average but it's nice to have actual options for food.

What a diamond in the rough…read more Unassuming on the outside and the inside. Tons of beers. Service is very good. The real reason for the excitement is bc this place has a crazy DIY, mix and match, build your own dog and tot/fries menu. We had basically just come from another restaurant (I say basically to soften the blow but we did, in fact, leave a restaurant before embarking on the walk to come to this place. If we weren't kinda full from that, we could have provided a more legitimate showing. GF was grossed out by the thought of other food but I was not going to succumb to the satiety Gods. I perused the menu thoroughly. I wanted something that kind of resembled a Polish boy so I went with classic slaw and bbq sauce. I added pickle relish and pimento mac and cheese for good measure. Love the vegan options (two dogs, vegan chili, there was a vegan cheese if memory serves. Some of the other options and I kid you not were spaghetti o's and peanut butter. There was literally an entire page worth. I was really planning on only having a taste but you know I ate basically the entire thing. It was spectacular. I have no other words. Worth a stop, without a doubt.

My hotdog cravings have honestly been the hardest thing I've had to endure after switching to…read morevegetarianism. GOOD THING THEY GOT ME! Happy Dog is everything it needs to be. It has hot dogs. It has burgers. It has sides. All the sides! You can get something crazy and live a little. You can lay it back and build your own. This is the definition of a choose your own adventure - Hot Dog Edition. It is definitely bar, and the low light, red vibe they have going on is great. There won't be normal servers running up to you to serve your every need, but the people behind the bar are super chill, so if you need anything please ask them. AND GET AS MANY SAUCES AS YOU CAN HANDLE. Try them all. Get a plate of fries or tots and have a dipping party. They are all so good and elevate the whole experience.

Jamie is an amazing bartender and went above and beyond to help get us a particular order! NO…read moreCHEESE! I'd for sure recommend a visit!

Jolene's was not only the CUTEST bar but the food and drinks were delish! They feature tons of cute…read morecocktails and shots. We tried the boozy dirty Dr. Pepper and Diet Coke. They were on the sweeter side but YUMMY! Of course we had to try the tendies and snack wraps. Both very good! The snack wraps are big so definitely shareable. Tendies are also big! I also love that the tendies come with sides and sauce! The pink ranch was good. Buffalo sauce tasted identical to Frank's Red Hot. I was not a fan of the coleslaw, I think it is the type of mayo they used that caused a strange taste, but probably just a preference issue! Service was on point and attentive. Yelp did NOT eat first because we were all hungry so I missed out on pics BUT will be back for a fun night out and snackies here! I especially want to come back to explore all of the levels and decor! Follow my Instagram for more foodie adventures! @dietz.eatz