Love this place for what it once was and could be again, some day. Its still a good time on some random weekends. The people watching here is top notch, always some f***ery going on. Best karaoke in the city, ill give em that. Hot bartenders too. read more

Corky's Place - CLE certified! - Karaoke Near Me - Lakewood, Ohio

For East of Bunts Lakewood, floating top 3 bar for my expectations and dollar value. PROs: - consistent crowd 7 nights/wk after 9p; also an actual doorguy becuz ppl in #'s are dumber - free gaming, pull tabs, lotto machine - small kitchen after 9p is better version of Taco Bell items (and faster than W 117th) - enough TVs to get the game but a karaoke bar first - parking, they have it! - seasonal decor over the top, they always go all out - prices maybe a buck a drink more than the cheapest around CONs: - no barback style crew, so service intentionally suffers by not having one as in no cleared tables, no bartender support, and consistently sticky floors & bathrooms (maybe doorguy doubles as janitor but that's not smart for safety) - card charges take almost a whole week to clear and it will hang a pending double charge before clearing, no other place takes this long - certain bartenders that work there have nasty, hater B1 and C*** attitudes, spread lies and gossip about ppl giving them their easy money, instigate and start drama, the toxic girls-not-women know who they are, they spend all their time there drinking when not working which I thought wasn't allowed in better establishments for this exact reason, their presence and speech are toxic and at least 1 of them should probably be fired - doesn't seem like new owner Brandon cares about pro-actively solving escalating problems as I'm not the only review and on other platforms that confirms the reality Hey I F-ing love this sexy rat hole read more

This bar smells like BO, Farts, and dirty laundry. Karaoke signup akin to doing taxes, kinda just hope you do it right. Song got skipped over thrice due to unknown reason. Staff were excellent though! wanna sing your heart out without prejudice? go to Tina's Nite Club! that's the real deal. read more

This is such a fun spot to enjoy a karaoke night with friends! I went here for the first time last month (I've lived in Lakewood for 8 years!) I didn't think I'd like it but I was wrong. I went here for a birthday karaoke party with coworkers and we had a blast! It was packed but the wait was never too long to sing or get a drink. They have some of my favorite local craft beers which I appreciated. They also have a little food menu. They have "Mexican" food. I had a quesadilla for $8- great price and it was delicious. I was surprised to see they had some vegan friendly options too! If you're looking for a fun night swing by Corky's - it won't disappoint! read more

Corky's Place - Karaoke Near Me - Lakewood, Ohio

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Absolute favorite karaoke place. Drinks are super cheap and the vibes are always great. Can't sing? No one cares. Just get up there and have fun. Get there early on weekends if you want a table bc it can get pretty busy. Yes girls, there's only one stall in the bathroom so there's usually a line, but I've had some of the best uplifting drunken conversations of my life in those lines. Check it out so time and sing a song with me! read more

Corky's Place - a woman in a pink dress - Karaoke Near Me - Lakewood, Ohio

Over priced clueless wanna be owner. Clean nice plaçe Rick needs to take back over.once was a day time destination for many.i will not be back but Brandon made it clear he could care less. read more

I enjoy coming down to Corky's for some drinks and karaoke with friends every now and then. It has a cool and supportive vibe for everyone who wants to sing. The karaoke song list is also extensive and you can usually find the song you want to sing. The place is divey and barely offers any food, so don't plan on having dinner with your karaoke here. Also, a few times I have gone, there has been at least one technical issue or two that has interrupted the flow of songs. Additionally, they "require" a legal Ohio ID to enter, which scared me from coming back when I had an out-of-state license. I really don't understand when bars have that rule. The drinks are okay, but you get free refills on sodas which is what I usually get anyway! The bartenders are efficient and friendly and the crowd at Corky's are usually filled with groups of friends looking to have a good time together. Overall, I enjoy spending some weekend nights at Corky's! read more

I've only been here once and that was on karaoke night after I went to a metal show, it was really crowded but the place was vibing and full of laughter and chatter. I didn't have any food however I can say my friend who got tacos loved them! I also really like how they have Nintendo games you can play with multiple people!! read more

Great fun singing karaoke with local the bartender was friendly and the drinks were in expensive.

Always a great vibe!!! Foods good, great atmosphere. It's one of my favorites to stop in for a drink and just enjoy some music. read more

Corky's Place - Drinks! - Karaoke Near Me - Lakewood, Ohio

It's a karaoke bar. There is no actual food. They have a snack and the people is a hit or miss. It's some time it is hard to get a drink cuz it's quite busy. Lastly you are likely to get two songs but they're system is wonky read more

Being out of towners in search of Monday night karaoke, our options were limited. They said on the phone that they started taking names at 7:00 and started karaoke between 7:30 and 8:00. We got there at 8:15, no karaoke. They said they only had 3 names on list, as soon as they got 4 would start. One hour 15 minutes later, after 15+ people came in, finally started. With a list of 10! Only the list was not followed by the KJ, the local regulars seemed to have "priority" and sang 3-4 times to our two. So be prepared for that. The bartenders were pleasant but inattentive. The crowd was younger and diverse and may have been service industry folks. Might go back, probably not. read more

Sometimes this place is a blast - other times it sucks. Not a true rotation for karoke. There are a handful of people that sing all night by going with a few other people and making requests under different names. I one time tried to point this out to the DJ (not the one who works there regularly) and was told I was incorrect and to "chill out." Lots of younger people working there with little patience to work a busy bar. read more

Fantastic hilariously fun karaoke. Late enough at night you get a large inebriated crowd who will join in and sing with you no matter the song from Aladdin soundtrack to Notorious BIG! read more

This little spot gets lit, karaoke singers all night every night! Stopped in for my friends Birthday and was pleasantly surprised by this little dive bar. Bartenders were super friendly and attentive the House mini pizza is actually quite delicious! The atmosphere is friendly and relaxed. Karaoke singing regulars are fun and entertaining. I had a great time at this spot will definitely be coming back. read more

Corky's Place - Karaoke Near Me - Lakewood, Ohio

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Karoke was great and very organized. The crowd was light that night but had some very good singers. We had a blast and enjoyed ourselves--got to sing many times. Relaxed and low key gathering. read more

EVERYDAY Karaoke!! Great place to come! I love this spot! Very diverse. Also bomb tacos and nachos all night Even quesadillas! Perfect spot for anyone coming to cleveland from out of town. #LGBT friendly read more

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Was having a great night watching everyone sing, until a white man singing told "the colored table" to stop judging him, which didn't stop there. Best part was we were actually saying how good he was singing. It is a great place as a dive bar but not going there again as a "colored" person. read more

Just an update to recognize that the tacos are really good! They have a great vegan option too.

Really great bar with drinks specials and karaoke (every night)! Had so much fun coming here for the first time this past weekend. The service was really good and I loved how big the space was. My absolute favorite part of the bar was the old school bowling machine in the back. This game is sooo much fun! They also have pool and a pin ball machine. Having games at the bar is a plus! They also have a popcorn machine - score! One of my new favorite spots in Lakewood! I would love to come back soon for there happy hour and food specials. It is a hole in the wall but not your typical one. They have way more to offer than the competition. Great spot with a diverse crowd!! read more

Life Goes On at Corky's. I think a lot of people go here for the sing along music. I think a lot of energy has been transferred to that activity. It is sad because that takes away from the drinking aspect. This was a good bar to be down and out at. I still have had excellent times at Corky's and it is one of the best bars in the Cleveland area. read more

This place is actually pretty cool but if you're looking for food selection you won't find it here. Tacos only ! If you love karaoke you will really not like their approach. Every one knows that singers are put on the list first come first served. NOT HERE ! You arrive at eight. Put in your allotted 5 songs. They don't start on time ever. Often more than an hour late. You sing your first song and then sit for ever because they allow late comers to jump to the front of the line. Every time someone new wanders in they shove you further down the list. It is simply BULL SHIT ! Customers who arrive on time and sit spending money are just ignored while the last to arrive jump the line. If you like to sing don't come here. In 4 or 5 hours you might sing twice. read more

I visited from out of town and wound up at Corky's for karaoke night with some friends. The entire vibe is casual and relaxed. People sing along and offer encouragement. It's not a fancy bar by any means. Just crowds singing while half drunk. I had a "Hello Kitty" drink here, and it was the best drink ever! I called tonight to ask for the recipe, and the guy who answered the phone was so kind. He was truly sweet to me and reminded me I needed to review this awesome little dive bar and share the good time I had there. read more

Went there yesterday to celebrate my Birthday. After a few years of not going there. I felt it be the perfect place, since I wanted to celebrate by doing karaoke. Boy has alot changed. I wish the DJ/ karaoke coordinator aka guy with long dark hair purposely skipped our names which we waited hours for our turn. WE ADDED UP LEAVING WITH ANY OF US SINGING. I HAD TO ASK FOR HIM TO PUT ME BACK ON THE LIST SINCE HE MARKED ME AS "NOT HERE" ( I WAS VERY MUCH THERE) It seems his regulars was more important to him. I'm never going back there since me and guest didn't fit the part. This behavior at Cory's karaoke makes it hard for people that don't go there regularly to get good service. Boooo to you Corky's. Do better. Treat your new customers better. Treat your customers better that are not regulars. Racism against African American live there for sure...bit our service is doesn't. I guess I should put too much expectations on a whole in the hole establishment. read more

heaven is a karaoke dive bar with crunchwraps. every song an absolute banger and every bartender an absolute peach. im coming back to Cleveland just for corkys read more

brandon the dj/karoke man is amazing. live laugh love him.he desevres to world. first time here and will be clmimg back bc of him

I this bar! Friendly people & if you get there early you are guaranteed several songs! Karaoke 24/7 starting at 1900!! read more

I like this bar alot. It reminds me of home (fern's cocktails, lb). They have a pretty mixed crowd, which for Ohio is refreshing. Seeing another not-white person was more refreshing than the drinks, which we could only order beer until 12am when it was officially Monday, lol. People come here to sing! Karaoke is the main attraction, and wow people are eager to sign up. Good ole clean fun. 3*'s. YT: Erik Wade read more

Such an awesome dive bar! The atmosphere is like any dive bar-low light, kitschy decor, neon lights, and a big bar. There are mostly high tops with stools, with a few booths in the back. There are some arcade style games and TVs around. They have karaoke every night starting at 7, which is what brought me there. The reason I'll return was the great deal on drinks! We got a bunch of drinks and shots and only ended up paying $28 (before tip). I used to go over to Eastland Inn in Berea, but it's too small! I'm so glad that I finally checked out Corky's because it will replace (and exceed) Eastland Inn! Also, we were there on a weeknight, and they weren't doing food, but the bartender said we could get food delivered if we wanted...we did, which definitely made our night better! read more

Great bartenders and awesome vibe. They have popcorn and dollar bags of chips. Touch tunes if you can't sing... Just 4.5 stars bc I always get crop dusted when I'm there. read more

Corky's. If you have not been, you have to. Possibly one of the best, down to earth, and relaxed bars in Cleveland and definitely in Lakewood. You just can't go wrong at Corky's. Amazing staff all day, every day. Power hour (from 6-7)let's you get certain shots and beers for a dollar! Which is usually followed by karaoke all night! If you are anywhere near Corky's, you have to stop in! read more

Ah, Corky's.... It seems like most cities in the U.S. have more karaoke hosts than regular DJs, but for some reason this area lacks many seven night a week karaoke spots. Corky's Place is one of the two or three options around, and it would be a decent choice even somewhere saturated with karaoke options. There isn't anything particularly unusual about Corky's but it gets a lot of things right. Corky's has a great selection of songs (accessible via one of three iPads in the back), the sound is better than one might expect for a dive, and staff is generally friendly and engaging. The regular karaoke host (Brandon?) manages the show well and isn't one to steal the show with long-winded jokes or excess singing of his own, like many hosts tend to do. It also doesn't hurt that the layout and possibly too friendly patrons of Corky's remind me of The Beacon Pub, one of my favorite karaoke spots in Seattle that shut down a few years ago: http://www.yelp.com/biz/the-beacon-pub-seattle The only downsides to Corky's are the lack of food and a pesky $.50 fee for using credit cards. Corky's has a kitchen and advertises pizza, but I think I have only seen the kitchen open once (but that could be coincidental based on when I go.) I also doubt that the food situation is a real problem for most people. As far as the credit card fee, it doesn't get charged enough for me to remember that such a fee exists, so it ends up being an unpleasant surprise when it happens. Without the fee (or some kind of a warning) I would probably rate Corky's as five stars. Otherwise, Corky's is great and I will keep coming back. If you like to sing, arrive early on the weekend as the rotation fills up fast and you could be in for a long wait. read more

Have a rough day at work? This place may be your saving grace! This may be the only bar left that does a POWER HOUR!! From 6-7 on weekdays, they have $1 wells, domestic drafts and FIREBALL (yes....seriously only $1 for fireball). I usually go for the shots of Fireball alone! Their only rule is that you must finish what you have before they pour you another, and let me tell you by 7pm you'll be glad they have that in place ( I know I'm usually feeling pretty buzzed to say the least by then). It's definitely a hole in the wall with it's own regulars, but who's to say there's anything wrong with that? They have Keno, endless salty popcorn, yum! On Tuesdays it's also $2 whiskey night, which includes my personal favorite, Jameson! Cheapest price you'll see some of your favorite whiskeys anywhere! Karaoke every night of the week for all the singers out there. I've had multiple power hour bartenders and they're all awesome and very down to earth! They make you very welcome and very at home. I can't say I've had a negative experience here, it's always just a fun and relaxed atmosphere....definitely a place to try, you won't be disappointed. read more

Great little bar that you may not even know is around. Definitely worth a try. Drink prices are spot on and they have all the drinks you would expect. Add a pool table, pinball machine, bar bowling, and Keno, and well, you have yourself a nice little happy hour which very well may turn into a night out. They also have karaoke SEVEN nights a week. You can order up a made-to-order pizza or just snack from the popcorn machine. Good stuff. One of my go-to bars these days. If you can make it from 6-7 on a weekday, trust me, you will NOT be disappointed. POWER HOUR BABY! read more

Karaoke karaoke karaoke. The crowd there is awesome on the karaoke nights. Ambiance is sorta divey meets hipster (they are about the same thing anyhow). Its hit or miss but more hits than misses in my experience. Complaints? The only thing I'd change is knock the booze prices down a few notches. PLEASE! read more

Great place for Laughs and drinks the bartenders are friendly and helpful and the staff is always super friendly. The atmosphere is fantastic. Will definitely be back read more

Nice little dive bar. Fun karaoke, I don't sing but it's still fun to watch. Good song choices. They carry a lot of that Sveda or whatever is called, really bright bottles. I always wanted to try those. Friendly bar tenders. They also have a video game setup close to the door. Oh yeah they have popcorn too, I love when bars do that. read more

Corky's Place - Karaoke Near Me - Lakewood, Ohio

Going to this delightful bar is like Wang Chung in Disneyland! I'll be back every Monday. Booyah!

Had a great time two nights in a row. Good pours and friendly staff. Pack on Saturday night, but Sunday was a very light crowed.

I went here with a group of friends for a going away karaoke party and there were a number of different races who all speak different languages so we were wondering if they could pull up some songs to our liking. They did! Jay Chou was playing and that was awesome. They definitely have the capability to do that so A+++ for that. Another nice feature is that they have a pool table so people were able to do other things beside singing. It's full bar so order whatever you like and the people are nice. It's a divey place so don't expect the place to play any loud clubby music unless you pick a song like that. Anyhow for being open mic, it was fun. read more